It is time for an annual planning conference, but the SPL and the rest of the PLC aren't interested in planning. I suppose they think the SM will plan a calendar, like he has in years past. Only, the SM isn't going to do so. They may figure it out, or they may just play basketball during troop meeting time. Uniform wear is sporadic.
Opening ceremonies are invariably a recitation of the pledge, law, and oath.
All advice cheerfully considered. I don't know what will work for you, but let me describe what we are doing. It works for us. The first evening is set aside for brainstorming. The troop buys pizza for all the participants.