Solar Eclipse

As most of you know, this Monday there will be a total solar eclipse. But did you know you can earn a patch for experiencing such a rare event? To provide context to the rarity of this event, the last time a total solar eclipse was visible anywhere in the mainland United States was in February 1979 and the last time a total solar eclipse was visible across the entire contiguous United States was in June 1918. The next two total solar eclipses to cross the United States will be in April of 2024 and August 2045.

Venturing Crew 1776 will be hosting a Eclipse picnic party for all the scouts that meet at Saints United Lutheran Church from 11:30AM to 4:30PM so that the scouts can watch the eclipse, work on the patch requirements, and have fun. For anyone that missed the Hickory Run camping trip, this is a great opportunity to get in an August Pack Activity.

If your interested in joining us please RSVP at cubmaster@cubscoutpack1776.org. Families that participate are asked to bring a snack such as chips, pretzels, dips, cookies, brownies, etc.

For those that want to make the eclipse viewing box, bring your supplies and we can work together building them.

Solar Eclipse Viewer Supplies

Small box with a lid (A shoebox is perfect.)
Small square of aluminum foil
Small square of white paper
Utility knife or hobby knife
Tape
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If you want to make it at home, we have attached the link with full instructions.

http://boyslife.org/hobbies-projects/projects/153637/how-to-make-a-solar-eclipse-viewer/