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  2. Sad news from Bert Adams Scout Camp - Atlanta Area Council

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  14. CANCELLATION OF TREKS JUNE 9 -JULY 14 1 2

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  15. Putting the pieces together - Where are we headed? 1 2 3 4 9

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