Announcing our new troop email list This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . This new email discussion list will make sharing troop wide information easier and is provided for all validated users of the folsom-troop94.com website. If you need to share information of general interest with all troop members you can now simply send an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Your email will then be forwarded to all validated users of the website. This method of sharing information will replace the previous method of finding a list of email addresses and copying it.

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The objective of this list is as follows

"This email list provides a method for troop members to send announcements to the entire troop. Such announcements should be of general interest to members. Examples include up coming scout events, last minute schedule changes of events, fundraiser information, or a call out for activities or skill sets. "

I've put together the following FAQ regarding the use of this new email address.

FAQ:

Q: How do I send an email to the entire troop?

A: Simply send the email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it from your existing email program.

Q: What if I no longer want to receive troop wide emails?

A: Every email sent via This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it will include an unsubscribe link at the bottom. You can unsubscribe at any time. However, note that you will no longer receive any email announcements from the troop.

Q: Who can send emails to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ?

A: Anyone who has a validated login to the www.folsom-troop94.com website. Please note that you must send the email from the same account that you registered your login with. Emails sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it from unknown email addresses will be returned.

Q: What happens if I reply to an This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it email?

A:  The email is configured so your reply will only go to the original sender. This is to prevent accidental "replay all". However, if you wish to share your reply with the troop you can add This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to the address list.

Q: Is this a good way to send pictures of really, really cute puppies?

A: No. Many people are sensitive to the type of email they receive and do not appreciate unnecessary emails. If This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it is abused people will unsubscribe, voiding the value of the list.

Q: Are emails sent to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it moderated or reviewed prior to general distribution?

A: No, at this point. I really want to avoid having to "proof" everyone's emails. Please use your best judgment when sending troop wide information and ensure that it is consistent with the objective of the list above.

Q: Who can I contact with problems or questions I have with the list?

A: Please contact the administator.

Q: How can a new member get added to this list?

A: New members are added automatically when they register for the web site www.folsom-troop94.com