Hibernia Camping Trip

Upcoming Camping trip.

For those arriving Friday, anytime after 4pm. Those arriving Saturday, anytime after 9am.

We will be in the group area. If you come in the main entrance, make a right at the office and come down. If you come in the second entrance (back), the site will be on your right once you enter the park area. Look for the Volley ball area.

 

Directions to Hibernia Park:

Park Road, Coatesville,PA 19320

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Basic Supply List:

  1. A pocketknife  (Webelo Scouts Only with Whittling chip)
  2. A first-aid kit
  3. Bring extra clothing to match the weather. Multiple layers are better than a single massive jacket, because layered clothing is adaptable to a wide range of temperatures.
  4. Rain gear is very important. Being wet from rain may result in hypothermia, a potentially fatal condition.
  5. Flashlight is important for finding your way in the dark.
  6. Trail food is good for maintaining your energy.
  7. Water can prevent dehydration, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
  8. Sun protection might include sunblock, sunglasses, lip balm and a wide-brimmed hat.
  9. Map and compass are probably the most important tools you can carry in case you get lost.
  10. Tent and Sleeping Bag

 

Here are some additional items you may want to pack

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Dental floss
  • Soap
  • Comb
  • Waterless hand cleaner
  • Small towel
  • Washcloth
  • Toilet paper

Cooking and eating

  • Mess Kit
  • Cup or insulated mug
  • Multitool (fork/spoon set)

Extras

  • Watch
  • Camera
  • Notebook
  • Pen or pencil
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves
  • Whistle
  • Nylon cord
  • Insect repellent
  • Repair kit
  • Hiking stick or trekking poles
  • Binoculars
  • Fishing gear ( Over 16 must have a license)
  • Animal identification books, plant keys, geological studies, star charts or other guides
  • Bike (Helmet required)
  • Water, Water, Water

 

 

Hibernia Camping

Calling all Scouts and Parents,
 
     The Hibernia camping trip is fast approaching (8/15 – 8/17) and we need a final head count. Please contact me at kwonsor@cubscoutpack1776.org by Friday, August 8th, with your total head count. If you are not attending please still respond that you will not be joining us this time.
 Payments can be made Monday, August 11th, from 7pm- 8:30pm at our Scout hall.
 
  Directions will be available on our website, cubscoutpack1776.org
 
  
When: Friday August 15th  through Sunday August 17th
  Webelos Scouts may arrive after 4:00pm Friday afternoon.
  Cub Scouts will arrive Saturday morning after 9:00 am.When: Hibernia Park in Bucks County

Cost:  Cost is broken up into two portions; camping and optional Mansion tour.

  Camping: $13 per person spending one night (Cub Scouts), $17 per person spending two nights (Webelos Scouts)
  Mansion Tour: $3 per participant. (The tour is open to all) This is a great opportunity to learn some local history and visit a historical place. 

Please note: the above costs include the following meals;

  Webelos: Friday Dinner,Saturday Breakfast, Saturday Lunch, Saturday Dinner, Sunday Breakfast and  campfire snacks
  Cubs: Saturday Lunch, Saturday Dinner, Sunday Breakfast and  campfire snack
 
I advise each family to bring a case of water for drinking and washing up as this campground only offers Latrines and does not have washing facilities.
 
                                 ​Thank you,
                                    Karen
 
 
Below is a list of items to bring:

 

  • Always Be Prepared
  • Talk to Akela about what you need to bring
  • Never go anywhere alone.  Always have a buddy.
  • Always carry the seven items below.

 

OUTDOOR ESSENTIALS FOR CUB SCOUTS

 

  • Personal First Aid Kit
  • Filled Water Bottle
  • Flashlight w/spare batteries & bulb
  • Whistle
  • Rain Gear
  • Sunscreen
  • Trail Food
  • Map & Compass
  • Pocketknife (Webelo scouts only and must have whittling chip)

 

**If you or your child need any medications be sure to bring them and store them in a zip lock bag.**
What you have above, is the basics necessary for taking care of yourself outdoors. It is vital to always have the above with your regardless of the activity type you are participating in.  Now for our camping trip the following items, in addition to the items above, are necessary for this weekend to be a successful and safe weekend.

 

  • Backpack for your gear
  • Class A Uniform
  • Class B Uniform
  • Scout Uniform hat or billed hat (ball cap)
    • A stocking cap is great to sleep in if you get cold easily
  • Clothes to sleep in (pajamas or sweats)
  • Sweatshirt and/or Jacket
  • Hiking boots (it is recommended that you scotchguard them)
  • Rain Gear (jacket and pants preferred over poncho)
  • Extra shoes, socks & underwear.
  • Extra set of clothes

 

  • Tent, poles, and stakes
  • Waterproof ground cloth (tarp or plastic sheet)
  • Sleeping bag +20 degree recommended (if it has cartoons or super-heroes on it it is NOT a sleeping bag)
  • Sleeping Pad
  • Pillow
  • Extra blanket (optional but could be necessary).

 

  • Insect Repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Cup or Mug
  • Toilet paper (remove tube, crush and put in zip lock bag) this is a must have !!!
  • Toothbrush and Toothpaste
  • Soap, washcloth, towel
  • Cub Scout Handbook (in plastic bag)
  • Good Attitude!

 

OPTIONAL FAMILY ITEMS

 

  • Camp/Lawn chairs
  • Lantern
  • cooler/ice chest

 

Scouting for Life

For those that wish to participate in the Scouting for Life blood drive:

This is a list of locations and a copy of the commitment card if you are interested in participating.  If you have any questions feel free to contact me at : kwonsor@cubscoutpack1776.org

 

 

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Blue and Gold sign up

A quick reminder that we will need your head count for this Saturday’s event at tonight’s pack meeting.Please give a total head count for all that will be attending. If you will not be attending the ceremony we still need a response letting us know.  Scouts,2 adults and children 6 and under are free.  There will be a $10 charge for additional guests. Please contact us via email signups@cubscoutpack155.org with your head count or bring your totals with you to tonight’s meeting.

Our celebration is set for Saturday, June 7th. The doors will be open at 10am to allow everyone to be seated by 10:45am. The ceremony will begin promptly at 11am.

We are also collecting your top 10 photos of your scouting experience. If you could send them digitally to kwonsor@cubscoutpack1776.org   or bring a copy to the meeting on June 2nd it would be much appreciated.

Further announcements to come so please check your email and posts to stay updated. Decorating and set up will be done on Friday night for those who are volunteering.

Blue and Gold

Our celebration is set for Saturday, June 7th. The doors will be open at 10am to allow everyone to be seated by 10:45am. The ceremony will begin promptly at 11am.

At this time we need a head count from all families. Please give a total head count for all that will be attending. If you will not be attending the ceremony we still need a response letting us know.  Scouts,2 adults and children 6 and under are free.  There will be a $10 charge for additional guests. We will need all counts and money by June 3rd’s meeting at the latest. Please contact us via email signups@cubscoutpack155.org with your head count.

We are also collecting your top 10 photos of your scouting experience. If you could send them digitally to kwonsor@cubscoutpack1776.org   or bring a copy to the meeting on June 3rd it would be much appreciated.

Further announcements to come so please check your email and posts to stay updated. Decorating and set up will be done on Friday night for those who are volunteering.

Colonial Plantation Camping Update

Camping Bear

As you know, it has been raining all day. Tim O’Keefe is still going to the Colonial Plantation tonight. Brian Gallen and Karen Wonser are not going until tomorrow morning. At this time, our other leaders have not decided. If you plan on going tonight, please call Tim at 215-219-0059. Let him know as soon as possible so he can plan the cooking. If not, we will see you in the morning. If you go in the morning, all cars must be unloaded and back in the parking lot by 11 AM.

Webelos and Arrow of Light Progress Report – May 5th 2014

Tonight we did some make up reviews and filled in some gaps for Activity Badges already covered.  We started off with a few Readyman requirements and covering the last Handyman requirement needed to complete the Activity Badge from last week.

Homework this week is to get caught up on past assignments and finish Readyman Activity Badge Requirement 7.

Summary of what we covered:

Here is a handout to assist with going over Readyman Requirement 7

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Webelos and Arrow of Light Progress Report – April 28th, 2014

On Monday the Webelos and Arrow of Light dens worked on the Handyman Activity Badge.

We covered some good stuff with the boys that ranged from working with bicycles to minor maintenance on cars.  They learned how to tighten and lubricate the chain on their bikes as well as fixing a flat and adjusting the seat or handlebars.  On cars, they learned how to change a tail light, check the oil, air pressure and how to assist with changing a tire.

All that remains to complete the Handyman Activity Badge is Requirement 1

Webelos and Arrow of Light Progress Report – April 14th

Tonight all the Webelos, both 1st year and 2nd year, worked on the Engineer Activity Badge.  For the 2nd Year Webelos working on their Arrow of Light, this activity badge covers the Technical badge requirement towards the Arrow of Light.

Specifically the following requirements were covered:

In order to complete this Activity Badge the scouts do have a homework assignment, which upon turning in will complete the Engineer Activity Badge.  The items to be completed are:

 

Webelos & Arrow of Light Progress Report – April 7th 2014

On Monday, we started off with a discussion of the plant project done several weeks ago. This discussion completed the Science Belt Loop for those who participated in the first part of the experiment.  Earning the Science Belt Loop also completed Requirement 4 of the Scientist Activity Badge; completing the activity badge for several boys.

We continued to collect homework on the Communicator Activity Badge, thus completing the activity badge for the boys who attended the March 31st meeting and turned in their assignments.

Finally with camping and hiking season starting to peek out from behind colder days, we continued with reviewing some of the basics required to complete the Outdoorsman Activity Badge. Note that most of the requirements require your scout to actually go hiking or camping to finish the requirements, however we like to prepare the boys by discussing some basic safety tips for hiking and camping as well as what gear to bring.

To date, the following Outdoorsman requirements were covered either in Den or at other Activities. If your scout did not participate, you can work on these at home or let us know when we go camping in May.

  • Requirement 2: Outdoor Activity including a campfire (Fort Mifflin Camping Trip – September).
  • Requirement 3: With your Parent or Guardian, take part in a Webelos den overnight campout or family campout. Sleep in a tent that you have helped pitch (Fort Mifflin Camping Trip – September).
  • Requirement 6: Participate in an outdoor conservation project with your Den or a Boy Scout Troop. (April 5th at playground with Mr. Gallen or April 6th at Veterans Home assisting with the Eagle Scout Project & Mayfair Cleanup Project with Mrs. Karen) .
  • Requirement 7: Discuss the rules of outdoor fire safety, show how to build a safe fire and put it out. (Klondike Derby Preparations & 4/4 (Web 2))
  • Requirement 9: Discussion Only – (Scout needs to do a 3 mile hike to complete)