For anyone who would like a written recap of last Monday night's information...
1) The Cubs had "ants in their pants" or were "jumping beans", depending on your perspective
2) Schedule of Events
Link to the schedule is on right side of the Website: http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com
3) Blue & Gold (Fri, April 9)
Deadline for RSVPs extended to Monday March 29!
Cubs Free
Adults $7 each
Kids under 5, $4 each
Please send RSVP to Lisa F. , 1375 Sky Ridge Drive
After monday, $9/person
4) Camping
Day Camp
South Park, June 28-July 2, 8:30am-3:30pm
Registration info coming in April
Heritage Overnight
Current Bears/Webelos (3rd-4th graders)
July 17-22
Last call to sign-up :: cubscouts661@verizon.net
Heritage Overnight
Current Tigers/Wolves (1st-2nd graders)
Choose a date: www.heritagereservation.org and contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
5) Scouting for Food
We need folks to distribute bags at Westminster services on Sunday April 18 and to collect on Sunday April 25 :: cubscouts661@verizon.net
6) Rocket Campout
April 17-18
Please sign-up!
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDFIQ2RSY1gtSmMxN0dEMnVFTUt6aGc6MA
7) Friends of Scouting
Any questions can be sent to cubscouts661@verizon.net
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Webelos II/Troop Meeting
Webelos II parents -- Please note there is NO Troop meeting this Tuesday, March 30 due to Spring Break.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
News & Notes 3/21/2010
This is the "24 hour notice" for Monday's Pack Meeting!
Pack Meeting
Monday 3/22
7pm
Westminster - Fellowship Hall
LOTS of awards and presentations!
Setup & Gathering Den 9 Bears
Opening Flag Den 1 Wolves
Skit/song Den 2 Wolves
Demonstration/activity Webelos IIs
Skit/song Den 6 - Tigers
Closing WI - Screaming Eagles - Webelos Is
Cleanup WI - Zeus - Webelos Is
B&G Banquet
Please mail response cards to Lisa F. 1375 Sky Ridge Drive...
Spring Camping
April 17-18
Rockets! Fire Safety and Fire Starters! Farm Cleanup! Even some time to jump in the bales of hay...
Come on out to the Elson Farm for some good food and good fun at the spring rocket derby camping trip.
Please sign up....
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDFIQ2RSY1gtSmMxN0dEMnVFTUt6aGc6MA
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
Scouting for Food
Info at March 22 Pack Meeting!
March 22 - April 25
Playground clean-up April 24
Community Day Parade May 15
Pack Meeting
Monday 3/22
7pm
Westminster - Fellowship Hall
LOTS of awards and presentations!
Setup & Gathering Den 9 Bears
Opening Flag Den 1 Wolves
Skit/song Den 2 Wolves
Demonstration/activity Webelos IIs
Skit/song Den 6 - Tigers
Closing WI - Screaming Eagles - Webelos Is
Cleanup WI - Zeus - Webelos Is
B&G Banquet
Please mail response cards to Lisa F. 1375 Sky Ridge Drive...
Spring Camping
April 17-18
Rockets! Fire Safety and Fire Starters! Farm Cleanup! Even some time to jump in the bales of hay...
Come on out to the Elson Farm for some good food and good fun at the spring rocket derby camping trip.
Please sign up....
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDFIQ2RSY1gtSmMxN0dEMnVFTUt6aGc6MA
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
Scouting for Food
Info at March 22 Pack Meeting!
March 22 - April 25
Playground clean-up April 24
Community Day Parade May 15
Saturday, March 13, 2010
News & Notes 3/13/2010
Around the Pack
It's always good to see Scouts out and about in the community. Last weekend, one of the local Rotary clubs held their annual pancake breakfast at Westminster Presbyterian Church. While many groups help (including Boy Scout Troop 366), special recognition goes out to our Cubs from Pack 661 who were also there lending a helping hand. Webelos Michael D. and Jimmy W. along with Wolf Nathan H did an excellent job hauling dishes, syrup, drinks and more!
Do you have other news of scouts in action? Send them along to cubscouts661@verizon.net!
Each spring, we have a service project where we clean up the playground at Westminster. The date hasn't been set for this (want to make sure the snow is REALLY gone!) - stay tuned!
Pack Meeting
March 22
7pm
Fellowship Hall
LOTS on the agenda; please try to get to this- the last Pack Meeting before the Blue & Gold!
Blue & Gold Banquet
Friday Night, April 9 6pm
Thanks to those who have stepped up to help at the B&G! The invites are "in the mail" this week and the caterer is preparing another excellent meal. This yearly celebration of Scouting takes on extra emphasis with the 100th Anniversary of Scouting. We even "encourage" the boys to tuck in their shirts for this big evening !
Spring Camping
April 17-18
Rockets! Fire Safety and Fire Starters! Farm Cleanup! Even some time to jump in the bales of hay...
Come on out to the Elson Farm for some good food and good fun at the spring rocket derby camping trip.
Sign up is now available:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDFIQ2RSY1gtSmMxN0dEMnVFTUt6aGc6MA
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
It's always good to see Scouts out and about in the community. Last weekend, one of the local Rotary clubs held their annual pancake breakfast at Westminster Presbyterian Church. While many groups help (including Boy Scout Troop 366), special recognition goes out to our Cubs from Pack 661 who were also there lending a helping hand. Webelos Michael D. and Jimmy W. along with Wolf Nathan H did an excellent job hauling dishes, syrup, drinks and more!
Do you have other news of scouts in action? Send them along to cubscouts661@verizon.net!
Each spring, we have a service project where we clean up the playground at Westminster. The date hasn't been set for this (want to make sure the snow is REALLY gone!) - stay tuned!
Pack Meeting
March 22
7pm
Fellowship Hall
LOTS on the agenda; please try to get to this- the last Pack Meeting before the Blue & Gold!
Blue & Gold Banquet
Friday Night, April 9 6pm
Thanks to those who have stepped up to help at the B&G! The invites are "in the mail" this week and the caterer is preparing another excellent meal. This yearly celebration of Scouting takes on extra emphasis with the 100th Anniversary of Scouting. We even "encourage" the boys to tuck in their shirts for this big evening !
Spring Camping
April 17-18
Rockets! Fire Safety and Fire Starters! Farm Cleanup! Even some time to jump in the bales of hay...
Come on out to the Elson Farm for some good food and good fun at the spring rocket derby camping trip.
Sign up is now available:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dDFIQ2RSY1gtSmMxN0dEMnVFTUt6aGc6MA
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Call for Help; Heritage Reservation Independence Dining Hall
Hi.
Following is a message that we've been asked to send along from the Greater Pittsburgh Council:
THIS IS A CALL FOR HELP
YOU HAVE ALL HEARD BY NOW ABOUT THE COLLAPSE OF THE CAMP INDEPENDENCE DINING HALL (http://www.heritagereservation.org/) . THE COUNCIL'S INSURANCE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN ON SITE, AND TODAY, THEY SENT IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PEOPLE TO SURVEY THE BUILDING.
IT IS PRETTY MUCH A LOSS.
TOMORROW AND FRIDAY, OUR CONTRACTOR WILL BE ON SITE, TO KNOCK DOWN WALLS, AND SCOOP THE CEILING OUT OF THE STRUCTURE, AND GIVE US THE OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEMPT ANY SALVAGE. THE CONTRACTOR WILL ALSO BE ON SITE WITH US ON SATURDAY, TO INSURE THAT NOTHING UNSAFE WILL BE ATTEMPTED.
WE ARE DEVELOPING A TEAM OF ABOUT 40+ ADULT VOLUNTEERS (18 AND OLDER) WHO CAN MOBILIZE THIS SATURDAY.
OUR MISSION WILL BE TO SAFELY ENTER THE STRUCTURE, RETRIEVE ANY TABLES, BENCHES, JAMBOREE GEAR, OR OTHER ITEMS THAT MAY BE REASONABLE TO SALVAGE.
ALL ITEMS WILL BE PUT ON TRUCKS AND TAKEN TO TRAILERS, OR THE INFIRMARY TO BE DRIED OUT AND INVENTORIED.
THIS IS A CRITICAL DAY FOR THE JAMBOREE CONTINGENT……AND A VERY IMPORTANT DAY TOWARDS PREPARING INDEPENDENCE TO GET BACK ON IT’S FEET FOR THE SUMMER.
WE NEED WORKERS….
THERE IS STILL SNOW IN CAMP. LATE TODAY, THE DINING HALL WAS STILL AT THE 3 FT LEVEL, HOWEVER, IT IS MELTING QUICKLY, AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT HAS CLEARED ROADS FOR US TO SAFELY MANEUVER.
YOU WILL NEED TO DRESS ACCORDINGLY. IT IS STILL COLD, YET TODAY, THEY WERE RUNNING AROUND IN T SHIRTS. YOU MIGHT NEED RAIN GEAR. WEAR WORK TYPE SHOES, BRING EXTRA CLOTHES, AND DON’T FORGET GLOVES.
WE WILL BE USING CAMP TRUCKS TO MOVE THE GEAR, BUT IF YOU HAVE A LARGE PICK UP OR TRUCK/TRAILER, IT WOULD BE HELPFUL.
WE NEED TO COMPLETE THIS TASK BEFORE ALL INSIDE IS RUINED BY THE WEATHER.
WE WILL HAVE COFFEE AND ICE TEA PREPARED. ALL ARE ASKED TO BRING SNACKS FOR THE DAY, AND A SACK LUNCH.
THERE IS SOME POTENTIAL FOR GLASS AND NAILS WITHIN THE STRUCTURE. MAKE CERTAIN THAT YOU HAVE HAD YOUR TETNUS SHOT.
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE.
WE PLAN TO START AT 8:15AM. ARRIVE IN CAMP, PROCEED BACK AND PARK IN THE INDEPENDENCE LOWER PARKING LOT. DO NOT DRIVE BACK TO THE DINING HALL. WITH ALL OF THE SNOW ACCULATION, PARKING IS EXTREMELY LIMITED, AND WITH TRUCKS MOVING BACK AND FORTH ALONG THAT ROAD, WE DO NOT WANT ANY VEHICLES DAMAGED.
WE HOPE TO WRAP THINGS UP LATE AFTERNOON, AND HAVE EVERYONE SAFELY ON THE ROAD WELL BEFORE DARK.
THE KEY TO THIS MISSION IS FOR THIS TEAM TO WORK SAFELY.
IF YOU KNOW FOR CERTAIN THAT YOU CAN ATTEND, PLEASE DROP ME AN EMAIL (send to cubscouts661@verizon.net). PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INVITE OTHERS WHO CAN BE OF ASSISTANCE. REMEMBER….ALL WORKERS MUST BE 18 YRS OF AGE OR OLDER.
THANK YOU. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SATURDAY.
DAVID KOLTASH
Jamboree Chairman
MICHAEL OEHMKE
Camping Director
JACQUE SCHULTZ
Cub Camping Chairman
Following is a message that we've been asked to send along from the Greater Pittsburgh Council:
THIS IS A CALL FOR HELP
YOU HAVE ALL HEARD BY NOW ABOUT THE COLLAPSE OF THE CAMP INDEPENDENCE DINING HALL (http://www.heritagereservation.org/) . THE COUNCIL'S INSURANCE PEOPLE HAVE BEEN ON SITE, AND TODAY, THEY SENT IN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING PEOPLE TO SURVEY THE BUILDING.
IT IS PRETTY MUCH A LOSS.
TOMORROW AND FRIDAY, OUR CONTRACTOR WILL BE ON SITE, TO KNOCK DOWN WALLS, AND SCOOP THE CEILING OUT OF THE STRUCTURE, AND GIVE US THE OPPORTUNITY TO ATTEMPT ANY SALVAGE. THE CONTRACTOR WILL ALSO BE ON SITE WITH US ON SATURDAY, TO INSURE THAT NOTHING UNSAFE WILL BE ATTEMPTED.
WE ARE DEVELOPING A TEAM OF ABOUT 40+ ADULT VOLUNTEERS (18 AND OLDER) WHO CAN MOBILIZE THIS SATURDAY.
OUR MISSION WILL BE TO SAFELY ENTER THE STRUCTURE, RETRIEVE ANY TABLES, BENCHES, JAMBOREE GEAR, OR OTHER ITEMS THAT MAY BE REASONABLE TO SALVAGE.
ALL ITEMS WILL BE PUT ON TRUCKS AND TAKEN TO TRAILERS, OR THE INFIRMARY TO BE DRIED OUT AND INVENTORIED.
THIS IS A CRITICAL DAY FOR THE JAMBOREE CONTINGENT……AND A VERY IMPORTANT DAY TOWARDS PREPARING INDEPENDENCE TO GET BACK ON IT’S FEET FOR THE SUMMER.
WE NEED WORKERS….
THERE IS STILL SNOW IN CAMP. LATE TODAY, THE DINING HALL WAS STILL AT THE 3 FT LEVEL, HOWEVER, IT IS MELTING QUICKLY, AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT HAS CLEARED ROADS FOR US TO SAFELY MANEUVER.
YOU WILL NEED TO DRESS ACCORDINGLY. IT IS STILL COLD, YET TODAY, THEY WERE RUNNING AROUND IN T SHIRTS. YOU MIGHT NEED RAIN GEAR. WEAR WORK TYPE SHOES, BRING EXTRA CLOTHES, AND DON’T FORGET GLOVES.
WE WILL BE USING CAMP TRUCKS TO MOVE THE GEAR, BUT IF YOU HAVE A LARGE PICK UP OR TRUCK/TRAILER, IT WOULD BE HELPFUL.
WE NEED TO COMPLETE THIS TASK BEFORE ALL INSIDE IS RUINED BY THE WEATHER.
WE WILL HAVE COFFEE AND ICE TEA PREPARED. ALL ARE ASKED TO BRING SNACKS FOR THE DAY, AND A SACK LUNCH.
THERE IS SOME POTENTIAL FOR GLASS AND NAILS WITHIN THE STRUCTURE. MAKE CERTAIN THAT YOU HAVE HAD YOUR TETNUS SHOT.
YOUR HELP IS NEEDED IF YOU ARE AVAILABLE.
WE PLAN TO START AT 8:15AM. ARRIVE IN CAMP, PROCEED BACK AND PARK IN THE INDEPENDENCE LOWER PARKING LOT. DO NOT DRIVE BACK TO THE DINING HALL. WITH ALL OF THE SNOW ACCULATION, PARKING IS EXTREMELY LIMITED, AND WITH TRUCKS MOVING BACK AND FORTH ALONG THAT ROAD, WE DO NOT WANT ANY VEHICLES DAMAGED.
WE HOPE TO WRAP THINGS UP LATE AFTERNOON, AND HAVE EVERYONE SAFELY ON THE ROAD WELL BEFORE DARK.
THE KEY TO THIS MISSION IS FOR THIS TEAM TO WORK SAFELY.
IF YOU KNOW FOR CERTAIN THAT YOU CAN ATTEND, PLEASE DROP ME AN EMAIL (send to cubscouts661@verizon.net). PLEASE FEEL FREE TO INVITE OTHERS WHO CAN BE OF ASSISTANCE. REMEMBER….ALL WORKERS MUST BE 18 YRS OF AGE OR OLDER.
THANK YOU. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SATURDAY.
DAVID KOLTASH
Jamboree Chairman
MICHAEL OEHMKE
Camping Director
JACQUE SCHULTZ
Cub Camping Chairman
Sunday, March 7, 2010
News & Notes: Revised Derby Results, Blue & Gold, Leadership
Revised Derby Results
Sorry - the results posted the other day were the preliminary round; here are the final final results: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Apk0hBI_aOFRdHlSbXo4NTltOWJJVEJvd1FjdG9kRlE&hl=en
Thanks to all who alerted us to the wrong file being posted...
On Sunday 3/7/2010, we had 9 of our Cubs represent Pack 661 in the District Pinewood Derby; final results forthcoming - a good time for Cubs from all over the South Hills.
Pack Meeting
March 22
7pm
Fellowship Hall
LOTS on the agenda; please try to get to this- the last Pack Meeting before the Blue & Gold!
Need for help B&G
Are you able to help with the B&G? We need help in prep (now!), for the day of and also during the event! Please e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net !
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
Sorry - the results posted the other day were the preliminary round; here are the final final results: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Apk0hBI_aOFRdHlSbXo4NTltOWJJVEJvd1FjdG9kRlE&hl=en
Thanks to all who alerted us to the wrong file being posted...
On Sunday 3/7/2010, we had 9 of our Cubs represent Pack 661 in the District Pinewood Derby; final results forthcoming - a good time for Cubs from all over the South Hills.
Pack Meeting
March 22
7pm
Fellowship Hall
LOTS on the agenda; please try to get to this- the last Pack Meeting before the Blue & Gold!
Need for help B&G
Are you able to help with the B&G? We need help in prep (now!), for the day of and also during the event! Please e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net !
Need for leaders
At the January Pack Meeting we talked about all of the great Den Leaders and all-around adult helpers in the Pack. We also discussed a critical need for upcoming needs. In short, we still need you ! Check out the link below; we still need at least 6 people to keep this Pack going strong!
http://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0AZk0hBI_aOFRZG03NGtjdl81MGRyNjZ3bWNy&hl=en
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Pinewood Derby Results and Looking Ahead...
Pinewood Derby wrap-up
A huge thanks to Pat G and the entire crew for all of your work making last week's Derby such a great event! Once again, a great collection of cars with great designs and great speed!
The final results of the speed races:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Apk0hBI_aOFRdGlCTWxGcG1hY3VLZlFnMHUyX2djYUE&hl=en
We've had a few suggestions about how to improve the Derby for next year; all of you with ideas are encouraged to tune in to the next Adult Planning Meeting (stay tuned for schedule).
Trophies have been ordered and will be presented at the Blue & Gold Banquet...
Speaking of the Blue & Gold; this is the time to make sure that your Cub has completed their work for their advancement ! Get that book out and check in with your Den Leader.
Coming up!
Rockets! This is an annual FUN event (no competition here!) where we build Estes rockets and then launch them at the Elson farm in April. Den Leaders will be getting the kits in the next few days.
Monday, March 22
Pack Meeting
Fellowship Hall
7pm
Agenda forthcoming
Friday, April 9
Blue & Gold Banquet
Fellowship Hall
Evening
Watch for your invitation in the USPS mail in the next two weeks!
This is our big celebration of Scouting and the Cub's efforts over the past months!
April 17-18 Spring Campout at Elson Farm
Yes- that is a spring campout. As in, you can see the ground beneath your feet and don't need to shovel the snow out of the way.
We'll launch our rockets (all fun; no competition!), clean up the farm and more!
A huge thanks to Pat G and the entire crew for all of your work making last week's Derby such a great event! Once again, a great collection of cars with great designs and great speed!
The final results of the speed races:
http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=0Apk0hBI_aOFRdGlCTWxGcG1hY3VLZlFnMHUyX2djYUE&hl=en
We've had a few suggestions about how to improve the Derby for next year; all of you with ideas are encouraged to tune in to the next Adult Planning Meeting (stay tuned for schedule).
Trophies have been ordered and will be presented at the Blue & Gold Banquet...
Speaking of the Blue & Gold; this is the time to make sure that your Cub has completed their work for their advancement ! Get that book out and check in with your Den Leader.
Coming up!
Rockets! This is an annual FUN event (no competition here!) where we build Estes rockets and then launch them at the Elson farm in April. Den Leaders will be getting the kits in the next few days.
Monday, March 22
Pack Meeting
Fellowship Hall
7pm
Agenda forthcoming
Friday, April 9
Blue & Gold Banquet
Fellowship Hall
Evening
Watch for your invitation in the USPS mail in the next two weeks!
This is our big celebration of Scouting and the Cub's efforts over the past months!
April 17-18 Spring Campout at Elson Farm
Yes- that is a spring campout. As in, you can see the ground beneath your feet and don't need to shovel the snow out of the way.
We'll launch our rockets (all fun; no competition!), clean up the farm and more!
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