Cub Scout Pack 1776 Mayfair Philadelphia
Philly Cub Scouts
The Klondike Derby is an event modeled after the Klondike Gold Rush. Please note that this is *NOT* the Pinewood Derby, where you work with your son to build a wooden race care. In the Klondike Derby the scouts will be broke down into sleds (teams). They will then pull the supply filled sled from town (station) to town (station) performing activities at each town (station). The activities are themed and offer fun and/or a challenge to scout skills/scouting knowledge.
This Year’s Theme
Pirate Adventure
The cost of the Klondike Derby is $8 per scout and $4 per adult if paid before 1/1/17. After 1/1/17 the cost will be $10 per scout and $5 per adult and it includes lunch (hot dogs and chips), hot cocoa, thermal mug, and loads of fun. Final headcount and payment are due on Monday January 16th.
The Derby will begin around 9:00am “Rain, Snow, or Shine“. Please be there no later than 8:45am. The event coordinators are seeking volunteers to assist.
Please remember to bring your neckerchief, handbook and a bottle of water with your son’s name on it.
The Weather
A post about the weather will be made shortly before the event.
Be Prepared:
At this time of the year things can change pretty quickly meaning it could be snowing, raining, warmer or colder. BE PREPARED but more importantly make sure your boys are prepared. In addition to dressing properly and bringing the required supplies, bring spare socks, and a heavy blanket just in case.
Dressing in layers (for cold weather)
When it is cold outside and you are going to be out in the elements for an extended period of time it is vital that you dress in layers. Below is some basic layering advice to assist you