Hi.
Winter Weekends at Heritage Reservation
Check out http://heritagereservation.org/winter/winterc.php for info and registration of winter weekends - sledding, hiking, more in the snow - with indoor eating/sleeping!
The available weekends are 1/14, 1/21, 2/11 and 2/18 (Fri PM to Sunday AM). FYI - 2/18 is also our Pinewood Derby.
We already have one parent-son team (Nick and Jeff D.) going on the 2/11 weekend if anyone else from the Pack wants to join in on that weekend - let cubscouts661@verizon.net know!
Self registration via http://heritagereservation.org/winter/winterc.php
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Pack Meeting; Monday December 12 & Rocket Info
Hi.
Reminder: Pack Meeting on Monday December 12, 7pm in Fellowship Hall.
Rockets
Since the fall camping trip, some of you have asked for info about the rockets that we built and launched at Elson Farm (thinking about Christmas ideas maybe???).
Here's the scoop.
We've used Estes brand rocket kits. Over the years, we've found that "level 0"-beginner- are the best for the grade-school age kids as the level 1/2/3 kits require more precise gluing (and patience).
You can get kits at hobby shops; usually less than $10/kit and in the $20 range for a launching set. I've occasionally seen them at Kmart/Walmart also.
If you are looking for bulk, the Pack buys mail-order from AC Supply (http://www.acsupplyco.com/estes/estese2x.htm).
If you are looking to buy a kit or two/launch pad, please do not buy engines! Check with cubscouts661@verizon.net as we have a significant number in stock from recent canceled trips!
Please let us know if you have any other questions about the rockets; the kids did enjoy them at the farm this year.
Reminder: Pack Meeting on Monday December 12, 7pm in Fellowship Hall.
Rockets
Since the fall camping trip, some of you have asked for info about the rockets that we built and launched at Elson Farm (thinking about Christmas ideas maybe???).
Here's the scoop.
We've used Estes brand rocket kits. Over the years, we've found that "level 0"-beginner- are the best for the grade-school age kids as the level 1/2/3 kits require more precise gluing (and patience).
You can get kits at hobby shops; usually less than $10/kit and in the $20 range for a launching set. I've occasionally seen them at Kmart/Walmart also.
If you are looking for bulk, the Pack buys mail-order from AC Supply (http://www.acsupplyco.com/estes/estese2x.htm).
If you are looking to buy a kit or two/launch pad, please do not buy engines! Check with cubscouts661@verizon.net as we have a significant number in stock from recent canceled trips!
Please let us know if you have any other questions about the rockets; the kids did enjoy them at the farm this year.
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Reminder: Adult Meeting Mon 12/5 & Popcorn Update
Hi.
Just a reminder of the adult planning meeting, Monday 12/5 at 8pm in room 107 of Westminster Church (enter by the playground, make a right and a right down the hallways). All parents are invited and encouraged to help the Pack "Go."
Just a reminder of the adult planning meeting, Monday 12/5 at 8pm in room 107 of Westminster Church (enter by the playground, make a right and a right down the hallways). All parents are invited and encouraged to help the Pack "Go."
And....
An Update from the Popcorn Kernel The wait is finally over, Popcorn Prizes have arrived at my house. I will be sorting them according to Dens in the following week and plan on handing them out at the next Pack Meeting on December 12th.
Den Leaders if you are having a den meeting before then please let me know if you would like me to attend to pass out the prizes otherwise they will be at the Pack meeting.
Thanks
Celia
412-312-0038 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Friday, December 2, 2011
Winter Swim and Winter Camping Weekends
Hi.
Here's some info about the winter swim program for Webelos (grades 4-5) and Heritage winter weekends! These are not Pack 661 events; they are run by volunteers of the Conestoga District (south hills) or Laurel Highlands Council. The current Dragon Patrol of Webelos IIs are eligible to work on the swimming merit badge as Boy Scouts.
Winter Weekends at Heritage Reservation
Check out http://heritagereservation.org/winter/winterc.php for info and registration of winter weekends - sledding, hiking, more in the snow - with indoor eating/sleeping! Self-registration for this parent/son event.
Conestoga District 2012 Winter Swim Program at Bethel Park HS
Registration will be limited to Webelos Cub Scouts ages 9 and older and Boy Scouts due to space limitations, as well as the safety and effectiveness of the program.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first paid basis. No registrations will be accepted after December 15, 2011 and all registrations are subject to space being available.
Offering:
For Cub Scouts: Skill Development/Aquanaut (two sessions-4 weeks each session; starts 1/8/12 and 2/13/12)
For Boy Scouts:
· Swimming Merit Badge(two sessions-4 weeks each session; starts 1/8/12 and 2/19/12)
· Life Saving Merit Badge(8 weeks; starts January 8, 2012 )
Dates:
Sundays
Session 1:January 8, 15, 22, and February 5
Session 2: February 19, 26, and March 4, and 11, 2012. (Note no class on January 29th or February 5th; Super Bowl Sunday)
Please note the following:
· Webelos sessions and BSA Swimming Merit Badge sessions will be 4 weeks (starting January 8th and February 19th);
· Scouts who wish to complete a partial merit badge, or complete the Rank advancement requirements are welcome, but the dates for these training and testing sessions will be determined based on the overall level of registration.
Time:
6:30 - 8:00 PM: Skill Program (Cub Scouts)
6:30 – 8:30 PM: Merit Badge Program/Rank Advancement (Boy Scouts)
Place:
Bethel Park High School
Church Road, Bethel Park
Please Note:
Webelos:
Each Pack is required to provide 1 adult volunteer who will be in the pool for each 3 Webelos attending.
Skill Development Candidates:Will be tested and placed in appropriate skill level groups where Webelos will be working on their Aquanaut requirements.
Merit Badge Candidates:
Each candidate must bring a completed merit badge card signed by his Scoutmaster.
Fees:
$10.00 per Scout for 4 or 8 week programs
Registration:
Please contact your Patrol/Den Leader; Leaders please contact cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Here's some info about the winter swim program for Webelos (grades 4-5) and Heritage winter weekends! These are not Pack 661 events; they are run by volunteers of the Conestoga District (south hills) or Laurel Highlands Council. The current Dragon Patrol of Webelos IIs are eligible to work on the swimming merit badge as Boy Scouts.
Winter Weekends at Heritage Reservation
Check out http://heritagereservation.org/winter/winterc.php for info and registration of winter weekends - sledding, hiking, more in the snow - with indoor eating/sleeping! Self-registration for this parent/son event.
Conestoga District 2012 Winter Swim Program at Bethel Park HS
Registration will be limited to Webelos Cub Scouts ages 9 and older and Boy Scouts due to space limitations, as well as the safety and effectiveness of the program.
Registration will be accepted on a first come, first paid basis. No registrations will be accepted after December 15, 2011 and all registrations are subject to space being available.
Offering:
For Cub Scouts: Skill Development/Aquanaut (two sessions-4 weeks each session; starts 1/8/12 and 2/13/12)
For Boy Scouts:
· Swimming Merit Badge(two sessions-4 weeks each session; starts 1/8/12 and 2/19/12)
· Life Saving Merit Badge(8 weeks; starts January 8, 2012 )
Dates:
Sundays
Session 1:January 8, 15, 22, and February 5
Session 2: February 19, 26, and March 4, and 11, 2012. (Note no class on January 29th or February 5th; Super Bowl Sunday)
Please note the following:
· Webelos sessions and BSA Swimming Merit Badge sessions will be 4 weeks (starting January 8th and February 19th);
· Scouts who wish to complete a partial merit badge, or complete the Rank advancement requirements are welcome, but the dates for these training and testing sessions will be determined based on the overall level of registration.
Time:
6:30 - 8:00 PM: Skill Program (Cub Scouts)
6:30 – 8:30 PM: Merit Badge Program/Rank Advancement (Boy Scouts)
Place:
Bethel Park High School
Church Road, Bethel Park
Please Note:
Webelos:
Each Pack is required to provide 1 adult volunteer who will be in the pool for each 3 Webelos attending.
Skill Development Candidates:Will be tested and placed in appropriate skill level groups where Webelos will be working on their Aquanaut requirements.
Merit Badge Candidates:
Each candidate must bring a completed merit badge card signed by his Scoutmaster.
Fees:
$10.00 per Scout for 4 or 8 week programs
Registration:
Please contact your Patrol/Den Leader; Leaders please contact cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Adult Planning/Leaders Meeting NEXT week (12/5/2011)
Pack 661 leadership meeting, Monday, December 5 at 8:00 in the Family Room (Room #107 by playground) at Westminster. Hoping to discuss Pinewood, Blue and Gold, registrations and need for a new treasurer (John B. will be "retiring" on 12/31 as his son moves to the Boy Scout Troop).
{{My apologies to anyone who was heading out tonight for the meeting, as originally announced at the Pack meeting. Cubmaster Rick sent me the above note to send out and I was a slacker in not getting it released in a timely fashion. Jeff}}
{{My apologies to anyone who was heading out tonight for the meeting, as originally announced at the Pack meeting. Cubmaster Rick sent me the above note to send out and I was a slacker in not getting it released in a timely fashion. Jeff}}
Friday, November 11, 2011
Popcorn is in; Please come get it !
An Update from the Popcorn Kernel
Thank you to all the Parents and Scouts that have picked up popcorn. I still have about 15-20 orders in my garage. I would really appreciate it if all the orders were picked up todoay (Friday November 11th) between 6-8pm so that I didn't have to move them to the multi-purpose room on Saturday. Not only could I park in my garage again but I would also have Saturday free.
Thanks
Celia
412-312-0038
2373 Morton Road (across from Morton Soccer fields and the little fire station)
Thank you to all the Parents and Scouts that have picked up popcorn. I still have about 15-20 orders in my garage. I would really appreciate it if all the orders were picked up todoay (Friday November 11th) between 6-8pm so that I didn't have to move them to the multi-purpose room on Saturday. Not only could I park in my garage again but I would also have Saturday free.
Thanks
Celia
412-312-0038
2373 Morton Road (across from Morton Soccer fields and the little fire station)
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Pack Meeting; Monday November 14
Hi.
A message from Cubmaster Rick...
Pack meeting Monday, November 14!!! We will be awarding Bobcat badges that have been earned, plus any summer awards, belt loops, etc.
A message from Cubmaster Rick...
Pack meeting Monday, November 14!!! We will be awarding Bobcat badges that have been earned, plus any summer awards, belt loops, etc.
Leaders - be sure to email your advancements in to Rick and John ASAP so we can be sure to have them for the meeting!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Update from the Popcorn Kernel
Hi.
The popcorn has arrived earlier than expected. If you want to pick up your popcorn early from my house please see the times and dates below. I would like to distribute all the popcorn from my house if possible, but understand if you can't make these dates. I will distribute any left over popcorn from the multipurpose room under the Library on Saturday November 12th.
The popcorn has arrived earlier than expected. If you want to pick up your popcorn early from my house please see the times and dates below. I would like to distribute all the popcorn from my house if possible, but understand if you can't make these dates. I will distribute any left over popcorn from the multipurpose room under the Library on Saturday November 12th.
If there is still popcorn left after the Saturday distribution you will need to call me to set up a time to pick it up. Parents please get your popcorn on time this year. I don't want to still have popcorn sitting in my spare bedroom come the first of the year!!!
Mon Nov 7 6-8pm
Thur Nov 10 5-8pm
Fri Nov 11 5-8pm
Sat Nov 12 10-2pm (Library multipurpose room)
Celia
Popcorn Kernel
Pack 661
412-312-0038
Monday, October 24, 2011
Update from the Popcorn Kernel
An update from the Pack 661 Popcorn Kernel
Thanks to all the Scouts and Parents for making this years popcorn sale a success. I am finishing up the entry of the orders this evening and it looks like we are on track to have about $15,000 in sales again this year. That means we are eligible to have our popcorn delivered. I will send out another update when I find out more of what that will look like.
I have had a lot of order forms that didn't have a gift card selection on them. If your Scout is eligible for a gift card but forgot to mark it on their sheet, you still have time to give me a call. If I don't hear from you by Tuesday evening October 25th then your Scout will get a WalMart card.
Thanks so much
Celia
412-312-0038 makanina "@" aol.com
"Popcorn Kernel"
Thanks to all the Scouts and Parents for making this years popcorn sale a success. I am finishing up the entry of the orders this evening and it looks like we are on track to have about $15,000 in sales again this year. That means we are eligible to have our popcorn delivered. I will send out another update when I find out more of what that will look like.
I have had a lot of order forms that didn't have a gift card selection on them. If your Scout is eligible for a gift card but forgot to mark it on their sheet, you still have time to give me a call. If I don't hear from you by Tuesday evening October 25th then your Scout will get a WalMart card.
Thanks so much
Celia
412-312-0038 makanina "@" aol.com
"Popcorn Kernel"
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Clean-up of South Park, Sat. Oct 22
Hi
A message from the Conestoga District...
Volunteers wanted for South Park Cleanup
The friends of South Park and the Allegheny County Parks Foundation are hosting a cleanup in South Park on Sat. October 22 from 8:30am to noon. Volunteers are asked to meet at The Cabin behind the Fairground Track to receive assignments and instructions. We will ask volunteers to either pick up litter or assist in the removal of invasive vines and plants.
Volunteers of all ages or ability may participate and children under adult supervision are welcome. After a few hours of making South Park beautiful, participants can meet back at the Cabin for a free lunch. All volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for the weather, sturdy shoes, and heavy work gloves. The Foundation will provide all other equipment.
While you are encouraged to preregister, is isn't required. 412.281.5595 or info@acparksfoundation.org
A message from the Conestoga District...
Volunteers wanted for South Park Cleanup
The friends of South Park and the Allegheny County Parks Foundation are hosting a cleanup in South Park on Sat. October 22 from 8:30am to noon. Volunteers are asked to meet at The Cabin behind the Fairground Track to receive assignments and instructions. We will ask volunteers to either pick up litter or assist in the removal of invasive vines and plants.
Volunteers of all ages or ability may participate and children under adult supervision are welcome. After a few hours of making South Park beautiful, participants can meet back at the Cabin for a free lunch. All volunteers should wear clothing appropriate for the weather, sturdy shoes, and heavy work gloves. The Foundation will provide all other equipment.
While you are encouraged to preregister, is isn't required. 412.281.5595 or info@acparksfoundation.org
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Update from the Popcorn Kernel
An update from the Popcorn Kernel...
Please turn in your original forms (no photo copies) to your Den Leaders by Monday October 17th. Please include name of the Scout and which type of gift card they want clearly printed on the form. You will get the original forms back when we distribute popcorn on November 12th in the multipurpose room at the township library.
Den Leaders: I will need the forms by Tuesday October 17th.
If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call or email.
Thank You,
Celia Verdoliva
412-312-0038 makanina "@" aol.com
Please turn in your original forms (no photo copies) to your Den Leaders by Monday October 17th. Please include name of the Scout and which type of gift card they want clearly printed on the form. You will get the original forms back when we distribute popcorn on November 12th in the multipurpose room at the township library.
Den Leaders: I will need the forms by Tuesday October 17th.
If you have any questions don't hesitate to give me a call or email.
Thank You,
Celia Verdoliva
412-312-0038 makanina "@" aol.com
Thursday, October 13, 2011
Are you ready for some fall camping?
Are you ready for some camping?
When: November (4) 5th-6th
Time: Arrive Saturday at 10:00am - Leave on Sunday at 11:00am
If you would like to add an extra day you can camp-out Friday night.
Where: Elson Farm, Toronto, Ohio (about 45 minutes drive)
An adult must attend with your child.
Cost: Come on out and spend time with your son; the Pack handles all food and activity costs!
Sign up here for the November camping trip!
Attendees:
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Popcorn Sellers; sell $600+; go to Shoot-O-Ree
A message from the Kernel::
For our $600+ popcorn sellers … join the fun at our Shoot-O-Ree on Saturday, October 15 from 10AM to 2PM at Camp Guyasuta in Sharpsburg. Activities, prizes and lots of FUN will be had by all.
If your Scout plans on attending, please let Celia Verdoliva (Popcorn Kernel) know by Wednesday October 12th. Phone 412-312-0038 or makanina@aol.com.
PS: Don't forget to turn your sales forms in to your den leader by next Monday!
For our $600+ popcorn sellers … join the fun at our Shoot-O-Ree on Saturday, October 15 from 10AM to 2PM at Camp Guyasuta in Sharpsburg. Activities, prizes and lots of FUN will be had by all.
If your Scout plans on attending, please let Celia Verdoliva (Popcorn Kernel) know by Wednesday October 12th. Phone 412-312-0038 or makanina@aol.com.
PS: Don't forget to turn your sales forms in to your den leader by next Monday!
Thursday, October 6, 2011
News&Notes 10/6; Fun Day and Pack Meeting
Hi.
Reminder: Pack Meeting on Monday (10/10) at 7pm, Westminster Presbyterian Church/Fellowship Hall.
Fun Day!
For all those who signed up for Fun Day on Sunday 10/9, Brandon asks that you meet at the top of the seating area at the South Park Fairgrounds at 11:45am. He is bringing a wagon; suggests one or two wagons more if anyone has one and can pull "stuff" around (feel free to bring snacks in backpacks....).
Reminder: Pack Meeting on Monday (10/10) at 7pm, Westminster Presbyterian Church/Fellowship Hall.
Fun Day!
For all those who signed up for Fun Day on Sunday 10/9, Brandon asks that you meet at the top of the seating area at the South Park Fairgrounds at 11:45am. He is bringing a wagon; suggests one or two wagons more if anyone has one and can pull "stuff" around (feel free to bring snacks in backpacks....).
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Haunted Trail at Camp Guyasuta 10/22/2011
A message from Laurel Hills Council...
{this is not a Pack 661 event; information is sent as a courtesy}
Haunted Trail at Camp Guyasuta
October 22, 2011
Featuring Hayride, Climbing, Zipline (Over age 10) and Bonfire
Trading Post will be open and there will be food for sale.
All participants MUST have a signed consent form available at www.campguyasuta.org
Activities begin at 4 p.m. Trail will open at 6 p.m.
Each child receives a pumpkin
COST: $5 per person (including Adults) if registering by 10/7/11
$10 per person (including Adults) if registering after 10/8/11
Register Online at http://www.doubleknot.com/registration/calendardetail.asp?ActivityKey=934562
Further questions:
Call (412) 782-2669 or e-mail campguy@consolidated.net
{this is not a Pack 661 event; information is sent as a courtesy}
Haunted Trail at Camp Guyasuta
October 22, 2011
Featuring Hayride, Climbing, Zipline (Over age 10) and Bonfire
Trading Post will be open and there will be food for sale.
All participants MUST have a signed consent form available at www.campguyasuta.org
Activities begin at 4 p.m. Trail will open at 6 p.m.
Each child receives a pumpkin
COST: $5 per person (including Adults) if registering by 10/7/11
$10 per person (including Adults) if registering after 10/8/11
Register Online at http://www.doubleknot.com/registration/calendardetail.asp?ActivityKey=934562
Further questions:
Call (412) 782-2669 or e-mail campguy@consolidated.net
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Last chance to sign up for Cub Fun Day !
Last chance for anyone who did not get to sign up at the Pack meeting. Please send responses to Brandon Ritchie britchie@presschem.com
Cub Fun Day 2011 will be held this year on Sunday, October 9. It starts at noon and runs until 5 or 6 PM.
This is always a great day, an afternoon of boys getting to do boy stuff outside
BB Guns
Archery
Slingshots
Catapults, Trebuchets, and other stuff that flies
…and Mrs. Schultz!!!
Pack 661 had the largest attendance at this summer’s Day Camp… Let’s see if we can do it again for Fun Day!
I need to have the names of all boys who will be attending by Thursday, September 22 so I can register and pay for us at Flag Plaza by the deadline. The cost is $9 per boy and it will be collected at Fun Day. Parents are welcome to stay for the day; there is no charge for parents.
Here’s the flier from the District email:
http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=02c8195014&e=22503bfa49
Contact me with questions-
Brandon Ritchie
britchie@presschem.com
Friday, September 16, 2011
News&Notes 9/16/2011; Pack meeting, popcorn, PSAs
Hi all...
Monday, Sept. 19 7pm
Pack meeting Reminder!
Many of you asked for a reminder prior to Pack meetings...here it is!
This coming Monday, 9/19, 7pm in Fellowship Hall.
This Pack Meeting is for all returning Cubs in 2nd through 5th grades.
Cubmaster Rick will be promoting neckerchiefs for rising Wolves, Bears and Webelos
Sunday, October 2 12-6pm
News from the popcorn kernel
A great opportunity to get out and sell some popcorn. This year, we'll have a show'n'sell at REI at Settler's Ridge in Robinson.
Sign up now for a one-hour timeslot for Sunday October 2nd. Maximum of four cute Cubs per hour; total day's sales will be distributed evenly among all who work.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGNHYktySzFfMFVZLV8xcUc3VlcxbkE6MA
Sunday, October 2nd
Tiger Cub (First graders) Meeting
3pm at REI. Community Room. Details via separate e-mail.
Sunday, October 9
Cub Fun Day.
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/09/cub-fun-day-2011-october-9-register-now.html
Deadline to respond:: 9/22
The following are Public Service Announcements of ideas/events that may be of interest. They are not Pack events or necessarily affiliated with the BSA. Send other ideas along to cubscouts661@verizon.net !
Sunday, October 9
Public Service Announcement: Cub Scout Multi-Pack Day: Orienteering
The Outdoor Classroom at Boyce-Mayview Rec Center
Time: 1-4pm
Fee: $15 per scout
Audience: Cub Scouts & other interested children grades 1st-5th
Learn the many skills associated with map and compass use. Try your hand at orienteering while hiking through Boyce Mayview Park. Create your own compass to help guide your way back home! Be sure to bring a water bottle, small snack and compass if you have one. Each scout will earn the Map and Compass pin and loop and receive The Outdoor Classroom participation patch. Group size is limited and on a first come, first served basis. Packs are encouraged to register together but individual scouts and other interested children are also accepted.Download registration form on their website.
Saturday, October 29
Public Service Announcement
Geocaching 101 - Autumn Adventure
The Outdoor Classroom at Boyce-Mayview Rec Center
Time: 3 – 6 pm
Fee: Free to participate, donations welcome for campfire treats
Audience: Family Friendly (ages 5 and up suggested). New and seasoned geocachers! Join the Classroom in welcoming the Pittsburgh Area Geocaching Association (PAGA) for a spine tingling introduction to geocaching! The evening will begin with an introduction to geocaching, what is a cach and how to get started or advance to new challenges. Afterwards we’ll break into caching teams and head into the park in search of hidden treasures! Once you’ve explored the caches in the park, return to the Learning Lab for campfire treats. Come in your favorite Halloween costume for a free treat! please register at either geocaching or with the outdoor classroom!
http://www.theoutdoorclassroompa.org/Events.html
http://coord.info/GC32E7C
Venture Outdoors
Looking for cool, fun outdoor activities this fall? Check out Venture Outdoors: http://ventureoutdoors.org/
Monday, Sept. 19 7pm
Pack meeting Reminder!
Many of you asked for a reminder prior to Pack meetings...here it is!
This coming Monday, 9/19, 7pm in Fellowship Hall.
This Pack Meeting is for all returning Cubs in 2nd through 5th grades.
Cubmaster Rick will be promoting neckerchiefs for rising Wolves, Bears and Webelos
Sunday, October 2 12-6pm
News from the popcorn kernel
A great opportunity to get out and sell some popcorn. This year, we'll have a show'n'sell at REI at Settler's Ridge in Robinson.
Sign up now for a one-hour timeslot for Sunday October 2nd. Maximum of four cute Cubs per hour; total day's sales will be distributed evenly among all who work.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dGNHYktySzFfMFVZLV8xcUc3VlcxbkE6MA
Sunday, October 2nd
Tiger Cub (First graders) Meeting
3pm at REI. Community Room. Details via separate e-mail.
Sunday, October 9
Cub Fun Day.
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/09/cub-fun-day-2011-october-9-register-now.html
Deadline to respond:: 9/22
The following are Public Service Announcements of ideas/events that may be of interest. They are not Pack events or necessarily affiliated with the BSA. Send other ideas along to cubscouts661@verizon.net !
Sunday, October 9
Public Service Announcement: Cub Scout Multi-Pack Day: Orienteering
The Outdoor Classroom at Boyce-Mayview Rec Center
Time: 1-4pm
Fee: $15 per scout
Audience: Cub Scouts & other interested children grades 1st-5th
Learn the many skills associated with map and compass use. Try your hand at orienteering while hiking through Boyce Mayview Park. Create your own compass to help guide your way back home! Be sure to bring a water bottle, small snack and compass if you have one. Each scout will earn the Map and Compass pin and loop and receive The Outdoor Classroom participation patch. Group size is limited and on a first come, first served basis. Packs are encouraged to register together but individual scouts and other interested children are also accepted.Download registration form on their website.
Saturday, October 29
Public Service Announcement
Geocaching 101 - Autumn Adventure
The Outdoor Classroom at Boyce-Mayview Rec Center
Time: 3 – 6 pm
Fee: Free to participate, donations welcome for campfire treats
Audience: Family Friendly (ages 5 and up suggested). New and seasoned geocachers! Join the Classroom in welcoming the Pittsburgh Area Geocaching Association (PAGA) for a spine tingling introduction to geocaching! The evening will begin with an introduction to geocaching, what is a cach and how to get started or advance to new challenges. Afterwards we’ll break into caching teams and head into the park in search of hidden treasures! Once you’ve explored the caches in the park, return to the Learning Lab for campfire treats. Come in your favorite Halloween costume for a free treat! please register at either geocaching or with the outdoor classroom!
http://www.theoutdoorclassroompa.org/Events.html
http://coord.info/GC32E7C
Venture Outdoors
Looking for cool, fun outdoor activities this fall? Check out Venture Outdoors: http://ventureoutdoors.org/
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Cub Fun Day 2011; October 9; register now...
Cub Fun Day 2011 will be held this year on Sunday, October 9. It starts at noon and runs until 5 or 6 PM.
This is always a great day, an afternoon of boys getting to do boy stuff outside
BB Guns
Archery
Slingshots
Catapults, Trebuchets, and other stuff that flies!
…and Mrs. Schultz!!!
Pack 661 had the largest attendance at this summer’s Day Camp… Let’s see if we can do it again for Fun Day!
I need to have the names of all boys who will be attending by Thursday, September 22 so I can register and pay for us at Flag Plaza by the deadline. There will be a signup sheet at the Sept 12 and 19th pack meetings. The cost is $9 per boy and it will be collected at Fun Day. Parents are welcome to stay for the day; there is no charge for parents.
Here’s the flier from the District email:
http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=02c8195014&e=22503bfa49
Contact me with questions!
Brandon Ritchie
britchie@presschem.com
This is always a great day, an afternoon of boys getting to do boy stuff outside
BB Guns
Archery
Slingshots
Catapults, Trebuchets, and other stuff that flies!
…and Mrs. Schultz!!!
Pack 661 had the largest attendance at this summer’s Day Camp… Let’s see if we can do it again for Fun Day!
I need to have the names of all boys who will be attending by Thursday, September 22 so I can register and pay for us at Flag Plaza by the deadline. There will be a signup sheet at the Sept 12 and 19th pack meetings. The cost is $9 per boy and it will be collected at Fun Day. Parents are welcome to stay for the day; there is no charge for parents.
Here’s the flier from the District email:
http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=02c8195014&e=22503bfa49
Contact me with questions!
Brandon Ritchie
britchie@presschem.com
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Last Call! RSVP for Mountainfest Sept 16-17-18 !
Hi,
Last call folks..we need to submit registrations on Tuesday (9/6 at 5pm) for the Pack.
All those who want "in" on the fun at Heritage Reservation on Sept 16-17-18 for Mountainfest need to e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net now!
Info:: http://www.heritagereservation.org/mountainfest/index.php
We will register as a Pack...on the list so far:
Kasey T.
Ryan S.
Evan S.
Have a good weekend.
Last call folks..we need to submit registrations on Tuesday (9/6 at 5pm) for the Pack.
All those who want "in" on the fun at Heritage Reservation on Sept 16-17-18 for Mountainfest need to e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net now!
Info:: http://www.heritagereservation.org/mountainfest/index.php
We will register as a Pack...on the list so far:
Kasey T.
Ryan S.
Evan S.
Have a good weekend.
Friday, August 26, 2011
September activities...
Hi,
With the start of school, it's time to kick back into Scouting gear of Pack & Den events!
Here are a few dates - they are also on the Pack calendar on http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com...
Mon September 12: Tiger Night and Sign-up Night
Time for the first graders to get rolling! Come on over to Westminster Presbyterian Church's Fellowship Hall for a bit of chaos...encourage friends to visit the blogspot website and fill out the new Scout interest form.
Fri-Sun September 16-17-18: MountainFest at Heritage Reservation
RSVP through cubscouts661@verizon.net !
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=32f4979eb6&e=c3a3e97d34
Mon September 19: Pack Meeting for returning second through fifth graders
Cubmaster Rick will be promoting neckerchiefs and books for the new Wolves, Bears and Webelos!
Sun October 9: Fun Day @ South Park. Stay tuned for registration info after some dust settles.
On a personal note (many of you who were at the pool party and signed the get-well card), Matt P sent an e-mail today that was full of great news! The tests indicate that the surgery was successful and he said that he is doing well and excited to get back to "normal." The docs suggested that a good recuperative method would be for Matt to volunteer for more leadership areas in the Pack. We are so glad to hear that he is doing well and that he is going to be even more of a go-to guy! (Sorry Matt - had to put that bit in there!)
With the start of school, it's time to kick back into Scouting gear of Pack & Den events!
Here are a few dates - they are also on the Pack calendar on http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com...
Mon September 12: Tiger Night and Sign-up Night
Time for the first graders to get rolling! Come on over to Westminster Presbyterian Church's Fellowship Hall for a bit of chaos...encourage friends to visit the blogspot website and fill out the new Scout interest form.
Fri-Sun September 16-17-18: MountainFest at Heritage Reservation
RSVP through cubscouts661@verizon.net !
http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=32f4979eb6&e=c3a3e97d34
Mon September 19: Pack Meeting for returning second through fifth graders
Cubmaster Rick will be promoting neckerchiefs and books for the new Wolves, Bears and Webelos!
Sun October 9: Fun Day @ South Park. Stay tuned for registration info after some dust settles.
On a personal note (many of you who were at the pool party and signed the get-well card), Matt P sent an e-mail today that was full of great news! The tests indicate that the surgery was successful and he said that he is doing well and excited to get back to "normal." The docs suggested that a good recuperative method would be for Matt to volunteer for more leadership areas in the Pack. We are so glad to hear that he is doing well and that he is going to be even more of a go-to guy! (Sorry Matt - had to put that bit in there!)
Monday, August 15, 2011
Adult Planning Meeting and Last Call For Swim Party
Adult Planning Meeting::
Prior to the swim party, at 4:30pm on Saturday 8/20, we'll have an adult planning meeting to set the schedule for the year. Interested in some camping? Fall party at Simmons? Adults...come on over to the pavilion at the Montclair pool and let's get rolling...4:30pm....
Last Call:::
THIS Saturday 8/20
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
Time: 6pm-9pm (dinner 6:20-7:15ish)
Looks like a good group already signed up for the party. We do request that if you are coming...that you please sign up very soon so that we have accurate numbers of people...
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
Please sign up Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA
Prior to the swim party, at 4:30pm on Saturday 8/20, we'll have an adult planning meeting to set the schedule for the year. Interested in some camping? Fall party at Simmons? Adults...come on over to the pavilion at the Montclair pool and let's get rolling...4:30pm....
Last Call:::
THIS Saturday 8/20
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
Time: 6pm-9pm (dinner 6:20-7:15ish)
Looks like a good group already signed up for the party. We do request that if you are coming...that you please sign up very soon so that we have accurate numbers of people...
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
Please sign up Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
MountainFest (9/16-18) and sign up for the Swim Party!
September 16-18, 2011
MountainFest at Heritage Reservation, a weekend of camping for all Laurel Highlands Council Packs, Troops and Crews...
Details: http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=32f4979eb6&e=c3a3e97d34
Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net if interested; let's get a group together!
Don't forget!
Sign up now for the Swim Party on Sat. August 20! Last blast before the school doors open wide...
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/08/sign-up-nowfamily-swim-party-sat-august.html
We're also still trying to do the program planning for this year; there wasn't any response to the summer invite to gather...stay tuned....
MountainFest at Heritage Reservation, a weekend of camping for all Laurel Highlands Council Packs, Troops and Crews...
Details: http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=32f4979eb6&e=c3a3e97d34
Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net if interested; let's get a group together!
Don't forget!
Sign up now for the Swim Party on Sat. August 20! Last blast before the school doors open wide...
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/08/sign-up-nowfamily-swim-party-sat-august.html
We're also still trying to do the program planning for this year; there wasn't any response to the summer invite to gather...stay tuned....
Monday, August 1, 2011
Sign up now...Family Swim Party! Sat. August 20 6-9pm
It's back!
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 "it's almost time for school to start" family Swim Party is back!
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
So that we have enough life guards and main dish supplies, please sign up with numbers of people coming. Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
Time: 6pm-9pm (dinner 6:20-7:15ish)
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA
..
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 "it's almost time for school to start" family Swim Party is back!
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
So that we have enough life guards and main dish supplies, please sign up with numbers of people coming. Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
Time: 6pm-9pm (dinner 6:20-7:15ish)
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA..
Sign up now! Family Swim Party! Sat. August 20 6-9pm
It's back!
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 "it's almost time for school to start" family Swim Party is back!
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
So that we have enough life guards and main dish supplies, please sign up with numbers of people coming. Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA
..
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 "it's almost time for school to start" family Swim Party is back!
The Pack will set up paper goods, lemonade/water and the main dish. Each family is asked to bring either a salad, a side dish, or dessert (your choice!).
So that we have enough life guards and main dish supplies, please sign up with numbers of people coming. Any late changes can be e-mailed to cubscouts661@verizon.net.
Location: Montclair Neighborhood pool (Sherbrook Drive)
See ya there!
Sign up form:: https://spreadsheets.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dC1LNHZrcTBoMWpmcHBpdWN1M1h1YVE6MA..
Monday, July 25, 2011
Announcing the 9/11 Heroes Run, 9/16-18 Mountainfest
Hi,
Trusting that your summer is keeping you, well, warm...following are some links to some events from our friends in Scouting around the Laurel Highlands Council. Our own Pack 661 swim party is coming up; make sure that your calendar has Sat. August 20th (evening) marked!
9/11 Heroes Run
(http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=4db3f69c4e&e=c3a3e97d34)
Registration: Self-register on your own
Mountainfest at Heritage Reservation September 16-18
(http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=c1a3f9b183&e=c3a3e97d34)
Registration/interested: Send an e-mail to cubscouts661@verizon.net !
PS - don't forget that all news & notes are also on http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com. There's a link there for new first graders who are interested !
Trusting that your summer is keeping you, well, warm...following are some links to some events from our friends in Scouting around the Laurel Highlands Council. Our own Pack 661 swim party is coming up; make sure that your calendar has Sat. August 20th (evening) marked!
9/11 Heroes Run
(http://us1.campaign-archive1.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=4db3f69c4e&e=c3a3e97d34)
Registration: Self-register on your own
Mountainfest at Heritage Reservation September 16-18
(http://us1.campaign-archive2.com/?u=74f75eb7e14b3a62938d771be&id=c1a3f9b183&e=c3a3e97d34)
Registration/interested: Send an e-mail to cubscouts661@verizon.net !
PS - don't forget that all news & notes are also on http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com. There's a link there for new first graders who are interested !
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Day Camp, New Scouts & Flag Retirement...
Hi,
All indications at this stage once again mark this to be a great week of Day Camp. 31 Cubs from Pack 661 joined in with 170+ Cubs from other Packs in the South Hills to enjoy five days of archery, BBs, sports, crafts and yes, a fair amount of WATER activities. Thanks to the adults who joined in each day to help the boys move through the day. A huge thanks, the biggest of all, to Colleen P. for her fantastic leadership once again this year. Colleen has been our go-to leader for Day Camp for quite a few years now and each year just gets bigger and better.
Looking for some new Scouts!
Please forward this e-mail along to anyone that you might know with a son entering first grade. ...
Our new Tiger Dens are forming and we hope to get rolling with activities in {late} July or early August. Already, we have six boys from Baker, two from Eisenhower and one from Streams; nine new Tiger Cubs!
Those interested are encouraged to visit http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com and fill out the "Interested..." link in the yellow highlighted upper right-hand section!
Flag Retirement
For the Webelos Heritage camping trip in mid-July, we are exploring having a flag retirement ceremony. If you have a flag that is worn or torn that needs a proper salute, please e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net and we will include.
Thanks
Have a safe and reflective Independence Day
All indications at this stage once again mark this to be a great week of Day Camp. 31 Cubs from Pack 661 joined in with 170+ Cubs from other Packs in the South Hills to enjoy five days of archery, BBs, sports, crafts and yes, a fair amount of WATER activities. Thanks to the adults who joined in each day to help the boys move through the day. A huge thanks, the biggest of all, to Colleen P. for her fantastic leadership once again this year. Colleen has been our go-to leader for Day Camp for quite a few years now and each year just gets bigger and better.
Looking for some new Scouts!
Please forward this e-mail along to anyone that you might know with a son entering first grade. ...
Our new Tiger Dens are forming and we hope to get rolling with activities in {late} July or early August. Already, we have six boys from Baker, two from Eisenhower and one from Streams; nine new Tiger Cubs!
Those interested are encouraged to visit http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com and fill out the "Interested..." link in the yellow highlighted upper right-hand section!
Flag Retirement
For the Webelos Heritage camping trip in mid-July, we are exploring having a flag retirement ceremony. If you have a flag that is worn or torn that needs a proper salute, please e-mail cubscouts661@verizon.net and we will include.
Thanks
Have a safe and reflective Independence Day
Friday, June 17, 2011
Day Camp 6/27-7/1; verifying registrations...
Dear Parents,
This is the list of boys I have listed as going to Cub Scout Day Camp (at South Park) June 27 to July 1
Alex B
Landin B
Ryan B
Rae B
Declan C
Bruce C
Chris D
Nick D
Jadan D
Matthew G
Austin H
Nicholas H
Dylan J
Bryce K
Jack M
Alex P
Calvin R
Graham R
Owen R
Maxwell T
Brandon W
Jacob Y
Zachary Z
Jonah M
Matthew N
Kasey T
Jakob S
Ryan S
Christopher W
Louis C
Kyle P
Tim P
If your child would still like to go to camp or if he should be on this list please let me know A.S.A.P.
I am having an informational meeting next Friday and passing out T-shirts.
Thank you,
Colleen P.
(412) 854-8150
This is the list of boys I have listed as going to Cub Scout Day Camp (at South Park) June 27 to July 1
Alex B
Landin B
Ryan B
Rae B
Declan C
Bruce C
Chris D
Nick D
Jadan D
Matthew G
Austin H
Nicholas H
Dylan J
Bryce K
Jack M
Alex P
Calvin R
Graham R
Owen R
Maxwell T
Brandon W
Jacob Y
Zachary Z
Jonah M
Matthew N
Kasey T
Jakob S
Ryan S
Christopher W
Louis C
Kyle P
Tim P
If your child would still like to go to camp or if he should be on this list please let me know A.S.A.P.
I am having an informational meeting next Friday and passing out T-shirts.
Thank you,
Colleen P.
(412) 854-8150
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Looking for outdoor activities this summer?
Check out Venture Outdoors at http://www.ventureoutdoors.org/ for lots of different family ideas to enjoy the area's great resources.
(Note that Venture Outdoors is not formally affiliated with BSA/Scouting; this message is sent as a "public service announcement").
Do you have other cool ideas to pass along to the families of Pack 661? Send them to cubscouts661@verizon.net for the next "PSA!"
Enjoy the sun!
Monday, June 6, 2011
Pool Party, Planning and more planning...
It's back!
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 Swim Party is now {back} on the schedule!
Save the date:
Saturday August 20, 2011..Evening
Montclair neighborhood pool.
Stay tuned for more details as the summer unfolds.
Planning and more planning...
It's time to plan our schedule of events for our next year of Scouting. This is where we need you to come out with ideas and dates for September and beyond.
At this point, we need someone to host a gathering or two during this summer for the planning of next year's calendar. When you host, you get to pick the dates of the meetings!
Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net if you want to host this year's gathering (usually five or so people...we'd love to have more tune in!).
Den Leaders....please get your calendar out and choose your den meeting dates (it's so hard to look that far ahead...). Please send dates and room requests to cubscouts661@verizon.net so that Joyce can schedule rooms at Westminster.
Thanks!
After a one year hiatus, the almost-annual Pack 661 Swim Party is now {back} on the schedule!
Save the date:
Saturday August 20, 2011..Evening
Montclair neighborhood pool.
Stay tuned for more details as the summer unfolds.
Planning and more planning...
It's time to plan our schedule of events for our next year of Scouting. This is where we need you to come out with ideas and dates for September and beyond.
At this point, we need someone to host a gathering or two during this summer for the planning of next year's calendar. When you host, you get to pick the dates of the meetings!
Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net if you want to host this year's gathering (usually five or so people...we'd love to have more tune in!).
Den Leaders....please get your calendar out and choose your den meeting dates (it's so hard to look that far ahead...). Please send dates and room requests to cubscouts661@verizon.net so that Joyce can schedule rooms at Westminster.
Thanks!
Friday, June 3, 2011
Yes - there's still room for summer camping at Heritage!
Are you ready for some summer camping ?
Hi.
"Last call" for Heritage camping this summer; why not come on out and spend some great time with your son in the mountains of Western PA?
Heritage Overnight Camping for Cub Scouts
For: Wolves (completing 1st grade) and Bears (completing 2nd grade), moms and/or dads
July 6 - July 9 (wed-sat) (session "3B")
Wednesday move-in after lunch
Saturday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
3 nights camping in platform tents
2 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$140/Cub $65/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Alex & Colleen P., Matthew & Jeff G.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Webelos
For: Webelos I&II (completing 3rd or 4th grade), moms and/or dads
July 17 - July 21 (sun-thurs) (session "5A")
Sunday move-in after lunch
Thursday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
4 nights camping in platform tents
3 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$190/Cub $85/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Austin & Dale H., Anthony & Cecilia V, Kyle & Matt P., Nick & Jeff D., Ryan & John B.
"Last call" for Heritage camping this summer; why not come on out and spend some great time with your son in the mountains of Western PA?
Heritage Overnight Camping for Cub Scouts
For: Wolves (completing 1st grade) and Bears (completing 2nd grade), moms and/or dads
July 6 - July 9 (wed-sat) (session "3B")
Wednesday move-in after lunch
Saturday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
3 nights camping in platform tents
2 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$140/Cub $65/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Alex & Colleen P., Matthew & Jeff G.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Webelos
For: Webelos I&II (completing 3rd or 4th grade), moms and/or dads
July 17 - July 21 (sun-thurs) (session "5A")
Sunday move-in after lunch
Thursday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
4 nights camping in platform tents
3 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$190/Cub $85/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Austin & Dale H., Anthony & Cecilia V, Kyle & Matt P., Nick & Jeff D., Ryan & John B.
Friday, May 27, 2011
Flag Retirement Ceremony & Community Day Wrap-up
Flag Retirement Ceremony
Thursday June 9 1pm South Park
A special message:
Allegheny County Council Members invite Boy Scout Troops from the South Hills area to attend the 2011 Flag Retirement Ceremony on Thursday, June 9th, at 1:00 p.m. at South Park’s Flag Retirement Plaza located behind the Children’s Theatre in South Park.
The ceremony’s agenda will mirror last year’s event, running from 30 to 45 minutes and including speeches from elected officials, performances by vocalists and instrumentalists, and a presentation of flags. We invite scouts to participate in the event; they may be utilized to prepare and execute the ceremony (i.e. raising flags on flag poles, presenting flags to be retired, escorting disabled veterans to seats, handing out programs, etc.).
We request that those interested in participating please RSVP to cubscouts661@verizon.net no later than May 31st.
The ceremony at South Park is conducted annually to properly retire and honor flags that have become worn and unserviceable from flying as representation of our country. Elected officials, girl scout troops, veterans’ and community groups, among others, have also been invited.
Community Day Wrap-Up
A message from Cubmaster Rick:
We had about 20 boys march in the parade at Community Day. (Special thanks to our recent Webelos alums who marched with us as well!) Watch it when it runs on the USC cable station. We got a little scrunched up with the group in front of us, but all in all it went well.
We will plan on doing it again next year, and hope to see an even better turnout!
Thursday June 9 1pm South Park
A special message:
Allegheny County Council Members invite Boy Scout Troops from the South Hills area to attend the 2011 Flag Retirement Ceremony on Thursday, June 9th, at 1:00 p.m. at South Park’s Flag Retirement Plaza located behind the Children’s Theatre in South Park.
The ceremony’s agenda will mirror last year’s event, running from 30 to 45 minutes and including speeches from elected officials, performances by vocalists and instrumentalists, and a presentation of flags. We invite scouts to participate in the event; they may be utilized to prepare and execute the ceremony (i.e. raising flags on flag poles, presenting flags to be retired, escorting disabled veterans to seats, handing out programs, etc.).
We request that those interested in participating please RSVP to cubscouts661@verizon.net no later than May 31st.
The ceremony at South Park is conducted annually to properly retire and honor flags that have become worn and unserviceable from flying as representation of our country. Elected officials, girl scout troops, veterans’ and community groups, among others, have also been invited.
Community Day Wrap-Up
A message from Cubmaster Rick:
We had about 20 boys march in the parade at Community Day. (Special thanks to our recent Webelos alums who marched with us as well!) Watch it when it runs on the USC cable station. We got a little scrunched up with the group in front of us, but all in all it went well.
We will plan on doing it again next year, and hope to see an even better turnout!
Friday, May 20, 2011
{last} Community Day reminder
Sorry for the third (and hopefully final) notice...we've been asked to remind Cubs to wear their uniforms for tomorrow's parade!
Be at the upper stadium parking lot between 10:45 and 11:00am on Saturday. Use the Truxton entrance (neighborhood side of the stadium).
We are #20 in the parade order. It is possible that will change, but that's where we are for now. Either way, look for the blue banner or Mr. Lang.
We will need two boys - or a couple of teams of two, to carry the banner. Webelos will be given the first option on that.
Wear comfortable shoes for the walk, and dress for the weather, which currently calls for mostly sunny and 79 degrees!
Parents - after the parade you can either meet your scout back in the parking lot or we will walk in groups back down to the Old Rec Center area. Please let us know when you check in which you intend on doing so we don't lose any Scouts! They will not be released until they are picked up by a family member and checked out with a leader.
The parade isn't very long - about a mile, and should be fun. Lots of people will see us, and we'll be on TV as well, so it is important to Do Your Best for the community to see.
See you there!
Be at the upper stadium parking lot between 10:45 and 11:00am on Saturday. Use the Truxton entrance (neighborhood side of the stadium).
We are #20 in the parade order. It is possible that will change, but that's where we are for now. Either way, look for the blue banner or Mr. Lang.
We will need two boys - or a couple of teams of two, to carry the banner. Webelos will be given the first option on that.
Wear comfortable shoes for the walk, and dress for the weather, which currently calls for mostly sunny and 79 degrees!
Parents - after the parade you can either meet your scout back in the parking lot or we will walk in groups back down to the Old Rec Center area. Please let us know when you check in which you intend on doing so we don't lose any Scouts! They will not be released until they are picked up by a family member and checked out with a leader.
The parade isn't very long - about a mile, and should be fun. Lots of people will see us, and we'll be on TV as well, so it is important to Do Your Best for the community to see.
See you there!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Community Day Parade Reminder!
Don't forget!
Be at the upper stadium parking lot between 10:45 and 11:00am on Saturday. Use the Truxton entrance (neighborhood side of the stadium).
We are #20 in the parade order. It is possible that will change, but that's where we are for now. Either way, look for the blue banner or Mr. Lang.
We will need two boys - or a couple of teams of two, to carry the banner. Webelos will be given the first option on that.
Wear comfortable shoes for the walk, and dress for the weather, which currently calls for mostly sunny and 79 degrees!
Parents - after the parade you can either meet your scout back in the parking lot or we will walk in groups back down to the Old Rec Center area. Please let us know when you check in which you intend on doing so we don't lose any Scouts! They will not be released until they are picked up by a family member and checked out with a leader.
The parade isn't very long - about a mile, and should be fun. Lots of people will see us, and we'll be on TV as well, so it is important to Do Your Best for the community to see.
See you there!
See you there!
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Vote Now for the New Laurel Highlands Council Shoulder Patch - Voting Ends May 21, 2011!
Some of you might remember Allegheny Trails Council, and we're all members of the current Greater Pittsburgh Council. This summer, we become the new Laurel Highlands Council. Vote now for your favorite shoulder patch!
Voting Ends May 21, 2011!
Sunday, May 15, 2011
This Saturday (5/21); USC Community Day Parade!
Pack 661 will be marching in the Upper St. Clair Community Day Parade on Saturday, May 21.
Details you need to know...
-The parade starts at 11:30 am sharp!
-Parade participants should report to the upper parking lot of the high school between 10:45 am and 11:00 am. (Watch for another e-mail later this week with our line-up number...) Our space will be marked with an orange cone with that number.
-Wear your shirt, if at all possible! You can take it off as soon as we finish the parade and enjoy the rest of the day with your family.
-Current weather prediction says 75 degrees and a 30% chance of rain. Dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes! The total walk is about a mile.
Details you need to know...
-The parade starts at 11:30 am sharp!
-Parade participants should report to the upper parking lot of the high school between 10:45 am and 11:00 am. (Watch for another e-mail later this week with our line-up number...) Our space will be marked with an orange cone with that number.
-Wear your shirt, if at all possible! You can take it off as soon as we finish the parade and enjoy the rest of the day with your family.
-Current weather prediction says 75 degrees and a 30% chance of rain. Dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes! The total walk is about a mile.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Last call for May camping sign-ups!, We need help on Saturday cleaning the playground...
Hi,
Last call! Please sign up asap for the spring camping (May14-15) so that the food can be prepared and directions+ can be sent out! Registration closes as of Sunday 5/8...
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/04/are-you-ready-for-some-spring-camping.html
We could still use a few good helpers this Saturday 5/7 at 9am to clean up the playground!
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/05/rain-rain-go-away-saturday-is_03.html
Last call! Please sign up asap for the spring camping (May14-15) so that the food can be prepared and directions+ can be sent out! Registration closes as of Sunday 5/8...
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/04/are-you-ready-for-some-spring-camping.html
We could still use a few good helpers this Saturday 5/7 at 9am to clean up the playground!
http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/05/rain-rain-go-away-saturday-is_03.html
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Merger of GPC & Penn's Woods; contest for new shoulder strip patch
Check out the Press Release about the merger on http://www.gpc-bsa.org/.
Here's your chance to design the next shoulder patch worn by thousands of Scouts in the new Council!
The top five designs will be selected on May 12, 2011 and we will work with our vendor to create the final artwork. From May 16 to May 21, 2011 the top five designs will be posted online and every member of the Laurel Highlands Council will have the opportunity to place their vote to select the official Laurel Highlands Council Shoulder Patch.
The Laurel Highlands Council will produce 500 numbered sets of the top five designs that will be available for purchase at the annual meeting on June 7, 2011 at Camp Twin Echo. Any remaining sets will be available through the council website after the meeting. This will be the only production of the 4 runner up patches. Proceeds from this patch sale will offset the costs of the Council Camporee to be held at Heritage Reservation.
Further, the first 250 Scouters to register and attend the Council Annual Meeting on June 7, 2011 at Camp Twin Echo will receive one of the first 250 numbered Council Shoulder Patches.
The top five designers will receive:
#1 Design – A session of summer camp, $250 Scout shop gift card and a set of the top 5 designs.
#2 Design – $250 Scout Shop gift card and a set of the top five designs.
#3 Design – $200 Scout Shop gift card and a set of the top five designs.
#4 Design – $150 Scout Shop gift card and a set of the top five designs.
#5 Design – $100 Scout Shop gift card and a set of the top five designs.
Contest Rules:
Contest is open to all youth and adult members of the Laurel Highlands Council.
Design must include “Laurel Highlands Council” and the Boy Scouts of America fleur-di-lis.
Designs can be digital (gif image) or hand drawn.
Designs are limited to a width of 5.5” and height of 2.25"
Include your name, age, mailing address, phone and email with your submission.
Submissions must be received by May 11, 2011 to be considered – no exceptions. Deliver to:
michael.oehmke@scouting.org or
Laurel Highlands Council, CSP Contest, 1275 Bedford Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Designs due May 11, 2011
Rain Rain Go Away - Saturday is Playground Clean-up Day!
This coming Saturday is our almost-annual spring cleanup of the playground at Westminster Presbyterian Church. The scouts and adults clean up the leaves, the areas and the toys!
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 9am-12 or 1pm (depending on number of people!)
Where: Westminster Presbyterian Church playground
Come prepared with work gloves, rakes, brooms and leaf blowers (all items labeled with name). Also be prepared with a towel or change of clothes - some water will be involved in cleaning off playground equipment and outside toys.
This is a great way to say "Thank You" to Westminster for allowing us to use their facilities for our Pack events.
Please let us know that you are coming!
{Use this link to the form if the embedded one doesn't work...}
Already signed up:
Date: Saturday, May 7
Time: 9am-12 or 1pm (depending on number of people!)
Where: Westminster Presbyterian Church playground
Come prepared with work gloves, rakes, brooms and leaf blowers (all items labeled with name). Also be prepared with a towel or change of clothes - some water will be involved in cleaning off playground equipment and outside toys.
This is a great way to say "Thank You" to Westminster for allowing us to use their facilities for our Pack events.
Please let us know that you are coming!
{Use this link to the form if the embedded one doesn't work...}
Already signed up:
Friday, April 22, 2011
Are you ready for some spring camping?
Are you ready for some camping?
When: May 14th - 15th
Time: Arrive Saturday at 10:00am - Leave on Sunday at 11:00am
If you would like to add an extra day you can camp-out Friday night.
Where: Elson Farm, Toronto, Ohio (about 45 minutes drive)
An adult must attend with your child.
Cost: Come on out and spend time with your son; the Pack handles all food and activity costs!
What will we do??? It’s a Shoot Out!!!
We will make Marshmallow Shooters, Shoot off Rockets, Water Bombs, Cook Outdoors, make S’mores, Hiking and maybe learn a thing or two.
Sign up here for the May camping trip! (Those who signed up on the paper form at the Blue&Gold do not need to sign up again; you are already on the list!)
All Pack 661 news & information is posted on http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com .
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Reminder: Scouting for Food collections on Sunday 4/17/2011
Thanks to all who made tonight's Blue & Gold Dinner the celebration of the Year in Scouting. Congratulations to all scouts who achieved their advancements!
Reminder.....
Reminder.....
Tomorrow (Sunday) is our Scouting for Food collection day.
Last week at the services at Westminster, over 500 empty bags were passed out.
This week, the good people of Westminster will return those bags filled with food and we need you there ! Boys in uniform and adults to help move/sort & box will be well received by the parishoners.
If you have a wagon, please bring it!
Meet at the front of the Church between:
8am-8:15am (for the 8:30am service)
9:15am-9:30am for the (9:45am service in the WROC)
10:30-10:45am (for the 11am service)
Sorting & boxing will occur in Fellowship Hall throughout the morning.
See you there!
All donations go to SHIM - South Hills Interfaith Ministries
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Scouting For Food & other service opportunities
Help Needed with Scouting For Food: Community Service - giving back to the community - is a big part of the scouting mission. Scouting for Food is scouting's big community service effort. Please consider assisting with this effort. Not a lot of time is required - a half hour of your scout's time. Here is what is needed: 1. Hand out bags for the collection of food goods at the end of services at Westminster Church this Sunday, April 10. Services are at 8:30 AM, 9:45 AM, and 11 AM. Plan to come in uniform about 30 minutes after start of services to be available to hand out bags as members leave services. We currently have no one to help with the 8:30 AM service, and could still use more help at the other two. Joyce B. will be available to provide the bags for us. 2. Food goods will need to be collected before the start of services at Westminster Church the next Sunday, April 17 at all three services. Plan to arrive in uniform, 20 - 30 minutes before start of services and stay about 10 minutes after for stragglers and to pack items in boxes. This is a day we truly need your help. All those able to help, please contact Joyce at burton3363@verizon.net or contact your den leader to let her/him know when you can help. Now for scouts Scouting For Food. Den leaders have been informed of availability of Scouting For Food bags for scouts to pass out to their neighbors or family. Pass these bags out along with some information as to when you will pick them up. Just bring the items you pick up from family/neighbors to our Blue & Gold Banquet next Saturday April 16. We'll collect your items when you come in! Extra community service hours available for those interested in packing up those items! Not to mention the good feeling in helping those in need. Another "hold that date" service op - Westminster playground clean-up Saturday, May 7th at 9 AM. Come prepared with work gloves, rakes, brooms and leaf blowers (all items labeled with name). Also be prepared with a towel or change of clothes - some water will be involved in cleaning off playground equipment and outside toys. We hope many of you will help with this project. It's our way of saying "Thank You" to Westminster Church for allowing us to use their facilities for all of our Pack events. Thank you in advance for giving of your time and resources as we give back to our community!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Blue & Gold Banquet April 16
Blue & Gold Banquet is on Saturday April 16 at 4 PM Westminster Church Fellowship Hall If you have not already sent in your RSVP for your scout's family, you may still do so - and we urge you to do so soon. Either mail the response card to Colleen - or you can drop it off at her house - she has a milk box on her front porch that you can drop it into. A response is helpful even if you are unable to attend. To those of you who responded already - Thank You!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Late March Pack Update
Please note - there will be no April Pack Meeting. We hope to see you at the Blue & Gold Banquet on Saturday April 16th! There is a lot of information in this update - so please read through carefully. Spring is traditionally a busy time on the scouting schedule and you won't want to miss any of it! Blue & Gold Banquet Saturday April 16 at Westminster Church Fellowship Hall starting at 4 PM: Invitations have been mailed and require an RSVP. The advancement program will start at 4 PM and will be followed by the dinner. Both events will be in Fellowship Hall this year. We ask that scouts wear their "dress blues". If you have not received an invitation or have any questions, please contact Beth at cubscouts661@verizon.net. Scouting For Food in April: This is an annual service project for scouting and we've had the support of our sponsor, Westminster Church in facilitating this. We are asking all scouts (and a parent) to give one hour of their time at some point during this drive. We will need scouts to do one of the following: - distribute bags after each service at Westminster Church on Sunday April 10th (8:30 AM, 9:45 AM, 11 AM - 5 scouts/parents each service) - collect bags at Westminster Church on Sunday April 17th before the 8:30 AM and 9:45 AM services (5 scouts/parents each service) - collect before the 11 AM service on Sunday April 17th and begin to sort/package goods (11 scouts/parents needed this service) In addition, scouts will be given bags to pass along to family & friends to fill. This will come from each den leader once the bags arrive. Any goods collected by the scouts can be brought to the Blue & Gold Banquet. So here is another opportunity for 11 other scouts/parents before and immediately after the Banquet to collect and sort goods brought by fellow scouts. Scheduling will be done through den leaders - more info to follow. Contact Joyce at burton3363@verizon.net with any questions. Camping opportunities: A lot of information came your way late last week about camping opportunities. You should have received two notices about camping. One covered general information about both day camp and Heritage over-night camps for cub scouts. The second was directly from Colleen P. with more detailed information about Day Camp. She spells out the answers to many of your questions. To minimize confusion - anyone registering for South Park Day Camp should send all required information to Colleen at the address indicated on the Day Camp post instead of sending to the Council Office or registering on-line. Save the Date: Two events that we mentioned last month, deserve to be mentioned again - so save the dates and check back on the blog for more information to come. - Pack 661 Elson Farm Campout - May 13 - 15 - USC Community Day Parade - Saturday May 21 around 11 AM starting at the USCHS parking lot Recruiting Tiger Cubs (and any other interested potential scouts!): Do you know any "K" boys interested in scouting? Jeff Devlin has started to recruit for Tiger Cubs and would like to get dens set up and summer activities planned for incoming cubs. For info and to sign up for the new cub mailing list - have prospective cub parents go to : http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com Email Updates: Do you know of any cub scout families who are not getting these updates sent out at least monthly? Have you changed your email. Have you "graduated" out of the pack and want to be removed from the mailing list? All of these are reasons to contact us with updates. Send an email to cubscouts661@verizon.net with your update. Outdoor Classroom Activities: The Outdoor Classroom, formerly known as the REEC, regularly schedules classes that pertain to various requirements/advancements our scouts plan to earn. Some classes are specific to cub scouts (This Saturday is a cub scouting program focused on the Wetlands and includes a 3 mile hike.) These activities can be scheduled as a pack or den - or can be done as an individual. For more information, contact Jessica Stombaugh Kester, program manager at Jessica@TheOutdoorClassroomPA.org.
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Cub Scout Day Camp Info
Dear Parents,
Day Camp is coming just around the corner and we are honoring today's HEROES!
Here is the breakdown:
This is for 5 days of camp, camp will run from 8:30am to 3pm. Date of camp is June 27th thru July 1. Each boy needs to bring a lunch each day.... I will have a cooler at our site. On a daily basis they will participate in Archery, BB Guns, Outdoor sports, Crafts, Games, and a science activity and much, much more. Each boy will receive a Shirt and Hat to wear for that week.
What I need from you if your son plans on attending:a Medical Form, here is the link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/parts_ab.pdf. Both A & B need filled out.... this is also another link you might want to use if your son is planning on attending Camp Heritage it is part A/B & C http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_c.pdf. After filling out this form it is best to make copies, I will need 2 copies for Day Camp... 1 for my records while at camp and one for Council's records. In addition I will need a form completed for the adult volunteers that will be attending camp.... even if it is one day! So do one for you too!
I will need also need a check in the amount of $65.00 if it is mail to me by April 10th,$70.00 if mailed between April 11 - May 25th and $80 if mailed after May 26th.
I will need adult volunteers for the week, please let me know which day of the week would be most convenient for you. In the past they have had a child-care area for younger sibling who are not scouts, I believe there was a charge for that. Siblings are not allowed to walk around with the groups because of Safety issues. Call me if you need more details or need to ask questions about this.
If you can attach to the form: Your Child's Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, Cell Phone Number, what rank he will be going into and what den he was with. The checks need to be written out to: Greater Pittsburgh Council and mailed to me. If your son earned money thru selling popcorn and has money in the pack account please indicate that. I will ask John Burkett to mail you back a check from your account.
My address is Colleen Pikras 408 Clair Dr. USC, PA 15241
(412) 854-8150
Recap: Medical Form for child and adult attending.
Check made payable to Greater Pittsburgh Council
Day(s) that the adult can volunteer
Child's Information
Day Camp is coming just around the corner and we are honoring today's HEROES!
Here is the breakdown:
This is for 5 days of camp, camp will run from 8:30am to 3pm. Date of camp is June 27th thru July 1. Each boy needs to bring a lunch each day.... I will have a cooler at our site. On a daily basis they will participate in Archery, BB Guns, Outdoor sports, Crafts, Games, and a science activity and much, much more. Each boy will receive a Shirt and Hat to wear for that week.
What I need from you if your son plans on attending:a Medical Form, here is the link: http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/parts_ab.pdf. Both A & B need filled out.... this is also another link you might want to use if your son is planning on attending Camp Heritage it is part A/B & C http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_c.pdf. After filling out this form it is best to make copies, I will need 2 copies for Day Camp... 1 for my records while at camp and one for Council's records. In addition I will need a form completed for the adult volunteers that will be attending camp.... even if it is one day! So do one for you too!
I will need also need a check in the amount of $65.00 if it is mail to me by April 10th,$70.00 if mailed between April 11 - May 25th and $80 if mailed after May 26th.
I will need adult volunteers for the week, please let me know which day of the week would be most convenient for you. In the past they have had a child-care area for younger sibling who are not scouts, I believe there was a charge for that. Siblings are not allowed to walk around with the groups because of Safety issues. Call me if you need more details or need to ask questions about this.
If you can attach to the form: Your Child's Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, Cell Phone Number, what rank he will be going into and what den he was with. The checks need to be written out to: Greater Pittsburgh Council and mailed to me. If your son earned money thru selling popcorn and has money in the pack account please indicate that. I will ask John Burkett to mail you back a check from your account.
My address is Colleen Pikras 408 Clair Dr. USC, PA 15241
(412) 854-8150
Recap: Medical Form for child and adult attending.
Check made payable to Greater Pittsburgh Council
Day(s) that the adult can volunteer
Child's Information
Are you ready for some summer camping ?
Hi.
Registration deadlines for Heritage Reservation summer camping are upon us!
Check your calendar and get registered now!
Commitments are due by April 1 for early-bird rates.
Following is Day Camp (not at Heritage, but included as FYI) and Heritage information....
Stay tuned for more info about spring camping weekend information!
Day Camp
For: New Tigers (completing Kindergarten) through Webelos IIs (completing 4th grade), moms and/or dads
June 27-July 1 (mon-fri)
Approx. 8:30am-3pm daily
South Park
$70/Cub (+/- depending on when you register)
Info: http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/03/cub-scout-day-camp-info.html
Registration: http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/03/cub-scout-day-camp-info.html
Already registered: Nick & Chris D.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Cub Scouts
For: Wolves (completing 1st grade) and Bears (completing 2nd grade), moms and/or dads
July 6 - July 9 (wed-sat) (session "3B")
Wednesday move-in after lunch
Saturday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
3 nights camping in tents
2 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$140/Cub $65/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Alex & Colleen P., Matthew & Jeff G.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Webelos
For: Webelos I&II (completing 3rd or 4th grade), moms and/or dads
July 17 - July 21 (sun-thurs) (session "5A")
Sunday move-in after lunch
Thursday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
4 nights camping in tents
3 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$190/Cub $85/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Austin & Dale H., Anthony & Cecilia V, Kyle & Matt P., Nick & Jeff D.
Questions? Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Registration deadlines for Heritage Reservation summer camping are upon us!
Check your calendar and get registered now!
Commitments are due by April 1 for early-bird rates.
Following is Day Camp (not at Heritage, but included as FYI) and Heritage information....
Stay tuned for more info about spring camping weekend information!
Day Camp
For: New Tigers (completing Kindergarten) through Webelos IIs (completing 4th grade), moms and/or dads
June 27-July 1 (mon-fri)
Approx. 8:30am-3pm daily
South Park
$70/Cub (+/- depending on when you register)
Info: http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/03/cub-scout-day-camp-info.html
Registration: http://cubscouts661.blogspot.com/2011/03/cub-scout-day-camp-info.html
Already registered: Nick & Chris D.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Cub Scouts
For: Wolves (completing 1st grade) and Bears (completing 2nd grade), moms and/or dads
July 6 - July 9 (wed-sat) (session "3B")
Wednesday move-in after lunch
Saturday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
3 nights camping in tents
2 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$140/Cub $65/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Alex & Colleen P., Matthew & Jeff G.
Heritage Overnight Camping for Webelos
For: Webelos I&II (completing 3rd or 4th grade), moms and/or dads
July 17 - July 21 (sun-thurs) (session "5A")
Sunday move-in after lunch
Thursday depart at breakfast (home by late morning)
4 nights camping in tents
3 days activities (fishing, boating, archery, nature, more)
$190/Cub $85/Adult
Info: http://www.heritagereservation.org/independence/index.php
Registration: Commitments needed now; contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Already registered: Austin & Dale H., Anthony & Cecilia V, Kyle & Matt P., Nick & Jeff D.
Questions? Contact cubscouts661@verizon.net
Friday, March 4, 2011
March Pack Meeting Info and Updates
March Pack Meeting: Monday March 7 at 7 PM Westminster Church Fellowship Hall
Blue & Gold Dinner Saturday April 16 - hold the date!! Details to follow with invitations to come in the mail.
District Pinewood Derby Info: Pinewood Derby – Galleria Mall March 13 Those who signed up at our pack Pinewood Derby to participate in this event are revving their engines yet again!! Your registration starts at 11:15 and Races start at 12 Noon. We wish these scouts "Good Luck"!
Pittsburgh Pirates Events for Scouts:
- Buc Night Friday April 8 vs Colorado Limited $1 tickets available for Grandstand Seating. Contact Mark N at 412-325-4493. Regular size hot dogs and popcorn will be $1 each. Fountain drinks discounted $1 at North Shore Refreshments and Federal Street Grille stands.
- Boy Scout Color Guard: Present colors and PNC Park Outfield during National Anthem. All participating scouts and leaders receive a special Pirates Color Guard Patch. 25 games available for 2011 (most are weeknights) For details call Mark N. at 412-325-4493
Leader Training: Basic Leader Training, Leader Specific Training and indoor portion of Outdoor Leader Skills on Saturday March 19 Bower Hill Community Church. Outdoor portion of Outdoor Leader Skills Friday April 16 7 PM - Saturday April 16th 9 PM Camp Anawana in Washington County. Deadline to sign up is March 7th. Fee involved and some supplies needed for Outdoor Leader Skills - must attend both "indoor & outdoor" sessions to be "trained". For info and to register contact Dennis at dennis_mccarthy@verizon.net.
Adult & Leader Meetings: Any adult interested in scouting are welcome and encouraged to attend either of the following meetings. The support of the adults in the community are what make the Pack work.
-District Roundtable Wednesday March 9th Independence Middle School 7 - 8:30 PM.
- Pack Adult Planning Meeting Monday March 14th 8 - 9 PM Westminster Church We'll be making plans for summer events, the upcoming school year while we also finalize plans for this year. Your input is helpful!
Blue & Gold Dinner Saturday April 16 - hold the date!! Details to follow with invitations to come in the mail.
District Pinewood Derby Info: Pinewood Derby – Galleria Mall March 13 Those who signed up at our pack Pinewood Derby to participate in this event are revving their engines yet again!! Your registration starts at 11:15 and Races start at 12 Noon. We wish these scouts "Good Luck"!
Pittsburgh Pirates Events for Scouts:
- Buc Night Friday April 8 vs Colorado Limited $1 tickets available for Grandstand Seating. Contact Mark N at 412-325-4493. Regular size hot dogs and popcorn will be $1 each. Fountain drinks discounted $1 at North Shore Refreshments and Federal Street Grille stands.
- Boy Scout Color Guard: Present colors and PNC Park Outfield during National Anthem. All participating scouts and leaders receive a special Pirates Color Guard Patch. 25 games available for 2011 (most are weeknights) For details call Mark N. at 412-325-4493
Leader Training: Basic Leader Training, Leader Specific Training and indoor portion of Outdoor Leader Skills on Saturday March 19 Bower Hill Community Church. Outdoor portion of Outdoor Leader Skills Friday April 16 7 PM - Saturday April 16th 9 PM Camp Anawana in Washington County. Deadline to sign up is March 7th. Fee involved and some supplies needed for Outdoor Leader Skills - must attend both "indoor & outdoor" sessions to be "trained". For info and to register contact Dennis at dennis_mccarthy@verizon.net.
Adult & Leader Meetings: Any adult interested in scouting are welcome and encouraged to attend either of the following meetings. The support of the adults in the community are what make the Pack work.
-District Roundtable Wednesday March 9th Independence Middle School 7 - 8:30 PM.
- Pack Adult Planning Meeting Monday March 14th 8 - 9 PM Westminster Church We'll be making plans for summer events, the upcoming school year while we also finalize plans for this year. Your input is helpful!
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Pack Adult Planning Meeting
A reminder that the Pack Adult Planning Meeting is scheduled for Monday February 14th from 8 - 9 PM at Westminster Church. Go in through the pre-school entrance, turn right - the room is at the end of the hall. Any adult interested in pack plans is welcome to attend. We are currently making plans for the spring/summer as well as for the upcoming school year. Any and all input is welcome!
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Lost Item from Pinewood Derby
It was brought to our attention that one of our scouts has lost their DSi while at the Pinewood Derby today. If it found it's way home with your belongings, or you remember seeing it - please contact Joyceburton4@gmail.com.
Friday, February 11, 2011
District Pinewood Derby
The Conestoga District will once again hold it's Pinewood Derby if you'd like to compete. It will be at the Galleria Mall on March 13. Pre-registration and an entry fee are required, so please click here to review the details if you plan to attend.
Pinewood Derby Rules
As you're making final preparations for the Pinewood Derby (tomorrow!), please review the rules so you're sure to have a legal car! You can find the rules by clicking here.
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Important Pack Updates For This Week
This Sunday, Scout Sunday - Scouts Help Needed:
Sunday, February 13, 2011, is Scout Sunday at Westminster Presbyterian Church. It is important to Troop 366 that our pack participate in this event visibly considering the Church has supported the Troop for over 50 years. We are looking for 4 Scouts with at least one parent to attend the 8:30 service (arrive a little early). We are looking for 5-7 Scouts and 1-2 adults to attend the 11 am service. Past experience is that we will help to pass out the service bulletins and collect the offering. The Scouts may then attend the service. I understand many families have another church they regularly attend, but helping celebrate “A Scout is Reverent” in the Charter Organization service once a year is important to the Troop, the Scout, and to Scouting. Please consider how you could adjust your schedules to help out at one of these services on the 13th. Contact either Rick at rnrdiff@comcast.net or ricklang1@msn.com if you can assist by Friday February 11.
Adult Help is Needed to "Help the Pack Go" for the 2011/2012 school :
The following positions are needed within our pack for the next school year. Most are defined to a certain time period, though some have a degree of flexibility. You can contact either Rick at their emails listed above for more info, or contact our pack email (cubscouts661@verizon.net) to have your questions directed to the current chair. Open positions include: Assistant Cubmaster, Popcorn Kernal; Pinewood Derby; Cub Fun Day; Summer Camp; Secretary/Emails; Scouting for Food.
Updates from Monday's Pack Meeting:
Pinewood Derby: If you have any questions about the dimensions of your scouts derby car, there should be a paper outlining them in the box the model came in. Additional questions, you could refer to the googledoc on our blog (from 2010) which may be helpful to you.
-Car numbers - will be assigned Friday evening and will be placed on your vehicle for you.
-Friday night weigh-in - Come anytime between 5 - 9 PM. Come in on the earlier side if you think your car may need any modifications.
-Race Day -The action starts at 9 AM at Westminster Church Fellowship Hall. Tigers and Wolfs will start their races and when they're done, the Bears and Webelos will race - so these guys may want to be there a little before 10 AM. There will be a short break between the two sets for voting for design prizes(most scouting, most patriotic, most creative and funniest). If you can't make it, as long as your car has been checked in on Friday night, it will race. While there on Saturday, scouts should be sure to get their "license", patch and other goodies.
-District Races - This is open to all scouts and will be on Saturday March 12, cost for participation is $7.50. If you'd like more info, ask at the race.
May Community Day Parade: Our pack is planning to march, will you join us? Community Day will be on Saturday May 21 at 11 AM. More info to follow.
Spring Pack Camp Trip: Plans are underway for this fun family campout. Once dates are confirmed for May, we'll pass along the info.
Sunday, February 13, 2011, is Scout Sunday at Westminster Presbyterian Church. It is important to Troop 366 that our pack participate in this event visibly considering the Church has supported the Troop for over 50 years. We are looking for 4 Scouts with at least one parent to attend the 8:30 service (arrive a little early). We are looking for 5-7 Scouts and 1-2 adults to attend the 11 am service. Past experience is that we will help to pass out the service bulletins and collect the offering. The Scouts may then attend the service. I understand many families have another church they regularly attend, but helping celebrate “A Scout is Reverent” in the Charter Organization service once a year is important to the Troop, the Scout, and to Scouting. Please consider how you could adjust your schedules to help out at one of these services on the 13th. Contact either Rick at rnrdiff@comcast.net or ricklang1@msn.com if you can assist by Friday February 11.
Adult Help is Needed to "Help the Pack Go" for the 2011/2012 school :
The following positions are needed within our pack for the next school year. Most are defined to a certain time period, though some have a degree of flexibility. You can contact either Rick at their emails listed above for more info, or contact our pack email (cubscouts661@verizon.net) to have your questions directed to the current chair. Open positions include: Assistant Cubmaster, Popcorn Kernal; Pinewood Derby; Cub Fun Day; Summer Camp; Secretary/Emails; Scouting for Food.
Updates from Monday's Pack Meeting:
Pinewood Derby: If you have any questions about the dimensions of your scouts derby car, there should be a paper outlining them in the box the model came in. Additional questions, you could refer to the googledoc on our blog (from 2010) which may be helpful to you.
-Car numbers - will be assigned Friday evening and will be placed on your vehicle for you.
-Friday night weigh-in - Come anytime between 5 - 9 PM. Come in on the earlier side if you think your car may need any modifications.
-Race Day -The action starts at 9 AM at Westminster Church Fellowship Hall. Tigers and Wolfs will start their races and when they're done, the Bears and Webelos will race - so these guys may want to be there a little before 10 AM. There will be a short break between the two sets for voting for design prizes(most scouting, most patriotic, most creative and funniest). If you can't make it, as long as your car has been checked in on Friday night, it will race. While there on Saturday, scouts should be sure to get their "license", patch and other goodies.
-District Races - This is open to all scouts and will be on Saturday March 12, cost for participation is $7.50. If you'd like more info, ask at the race.
May Community Day Parade: Our pack is planning to march, will you join us? Community Day will be on Saturday May 21 at 11 AM. More info to follow.
Spring Pack Camp Trip: Plans are underway for this fun family campout. Once dates are confirmed for May, we'll pass along the info.
Friday, February 4, 2011
February Pack Meeting and Updates
Pack Meeting: This Monday February 7 Westminster Church Fellowship Hall at 7 PM. We're in the final stretch for the annual Pinewood Derby set to take place next Saturday! Bring your car if you want to check weight and we'll also be taking pictures for your "licenses"! You'll want to come to meeting to hear about final details for the upcoming race. We'll also be sharing some information about pack camp-outs, day camp and cub scout camp.
Pinewood Derby Final Weigh-In: Friday evening Westminster Church Fellowship Hall 5 - 9 PM. This is a stop in when you can.
Pinewood Derby Race: Saturday February 12 Westminster Church Fellowship Hall between 9 AM - 1 PM. Scheduled times will be announced soon. Good luck boys!!
Adult Training: Conestoga District Cub Scout Leader Specific Training and Healthy & Safety/Risk Zone Training Saturday March 5 St. Louise deMarillac School 8:15 AM - 12:30 PM. Contact Ryan at catfishry@msn.com if interested (include name, email, current position and training interested in)
Roundtable Meeting: Monthly meeting for leaders and interested adults Wednesday February 9 at Independence Middle School in Bethel Park 7 - 8:30 PM.
Out of town activity: Harlem Globetrotters at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park on February 14. Ticket price range between $18 - $72.50. Group rates availablew. Contact Sharon at sld31@psu.edu.
All that's left to say now is "Let's Go Steelers!!"
Pinewood Derby Final Weigh-In: Friday evening Westminster Church Fellowship Hall 5 - 9 PM. This is a stop in when you can.
Pinewood Derby Race: Saturday February 12 Westminster Church Fellowship Hall between 9 AM - 1 PM. Scheduled times will be announced soon. Good luck boys!!
Adult Training: Conestoga District Cub Scout Leader Specific Training and Healthy & Safety/Risk Zone Training Saturday March 5 St. Louise deMarillac School 8:15 AM - 12:30 PM. Contact Ryan at catfishry@msn.com if interested (include name, email, current position and training interested in)
Roundtable Meeting: Monthly meeting for leaders and interested adults Wednesday February 9 at Independence Middle School in Bethel Park 7 - 8:30 PM.
Out of town activity: Harlem Globetrotters at Bryce Jordan Center in University Park on February 14. Ticket price range between $18 - $72.50. Group rates availablew. Contact Sharon at sld31@psu.edu.
All that's left to say now is "Let's Go Steelers!!"
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Duties for January 10th Pack Meeting
Pack meeting 1/10/11
-Game/greet Den 4
-Flags Den 8
-Skit Den 5/6
We also have our rep from Friends and Families of Scouting coming to speak to us.
-Game/greet Den 4
-Flags Den 8
-Skit Den 5/6
We also have our rep from Friends and Families of Scouting coming to speak to us.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
January Updates & Pack Meeting Reminder
Happy New Year to all!!
Hope your winter break was a restful one and all are ready to get back in the swing of things!
January Pack Meeting, Monday January 10th Westminster Church Fellowship Hall 7 - 8 PM - we'll send out a reminder to those dens with duties this month.
Pack News - Cubmaster Rick is organizing Planning Meetings on the Mondays a week after Pack Meetings. This month it will be at 8 PM in the Westminster Church Family Room on January 17th. First order of business will be to fill open positions such as Committee Chairman. All interested parents are welcome to attend and will be considered for open positions.
District & Regional Fun Events Coming Up:
- Cub Scout Winter Wonderland, Trax Farms Saturday Feb 12th 9 AM - 3 PM
This will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Registration is required by February 1st along with payment of $10 per person. Contact Jacque at jacarama@aol.com with questions or mail registration info/fee to Boy Scouts of America ATTN; Dan Lindh; 1275 Bedford Ave; Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Give me a couple of days and I'll try to get the registration form on this site.
- Heritage Winter Weekends - Info is available at www.heritagereservation.org . Camp dates are Jan. 14-16; January 28-30; and February 11-13. All are parent son events. Weekends are filling up and deadlines approaching. If you are considering attending, you may wish to act soon.
-Roundtable Reminder - Meeting for interested adults in local scouting to be held on Wednesday January 12th from 7 - 8:30 PM at Independence Middle School in Bethel Park.
Adult Training Op - Chainsaw Safety Refresher Course at Camp Anawannwa on January 15th from 1:30 - 3 PM. Reply to Mike at serbak5@msn.com if interested. Please note this is a refresher course. The full safety course will be made available later in the spring with dates TBA.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday the 10th!
Hope your winter break was a restful one and all are ready to get back in the swing of things!
January Pack Meeting, Monday January 10th Westminster Church Fellowship Hall 7 - 8 PM - we'll send out a reminder to those dens with duties this month.
Pack News - Cubmaster Rick is organizing Planning Meetings on the Mondays a week after Pack Meetings. This month it will be at 8 PM in the Westminster Church Family Room on January 17th. First order of business will be to fill open positions such as Committee Chairman. All interested parents are welcome to attend and will be considered for open positions.
District & Regional Fun Events Coming Up:
- Cub Scout Winter Wonderland, Trax Farms Saturday Feb 12th 9 AM - 3 PM
This will include both indoor and outdoor activities. Registration is required by February 1st along with payment of $10 per person. Contact Jacque at jacarama@aol.com with questions or mail registration info/fee to Boy Scouts of America ATTN; Dan Lindh; 1275 Bedford Ave; Pittsburgh, PA 15219. Give me a couple of days and I'll try to get the registration form on this site.
- Heritage Winter Weekends - Info is available at www.heritagereservation.org . Camp dates are Jan. 14-16; January 28-30; and February 11-13. All are parent son events. Weekends are filling up and deadlines approaching. If you are considering attending, you may wish to act soon.
-Roundtable Reminder - Meeting for interested adults in local scouting to be held on Wednesday January 12th from 7 - 8:30 PM at Independence Middle School in Bethel Park.
Adult Training Op - Chainsaw Safety Refresher Course at Camp Anawannwa on January 15th from 1:30 - 3 PM. Reply to Mike at serbak5@msn.com if interested. Please note this is a refresher course. The full safety course will be made available later in the spring with dates TBA.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Monday the 10th!
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