Philly Cub Scouts
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NOTE: We will be meeting in the bottom parking lot. So when you enter, continue all the way down to the bottom.
As we approach Summer, it is time to start getting yourself in hiking mode. What better way to do that than with a nice hike through the park? Let’s start with some details about the hike itself. We will be hiking approximately 4 miles in Pennypack Park. The hike will begin and end at the parking lot off of Rhawn Street at Holmehurst Ave. There will be several stops along the hike to take a drink and have a handful of trail food. We will also stop to have a light lunch along the trail. With stops the hike should take approximately 2.5-3 hours but that ultimately depends on the scouts.It is also important to remember that you will need to carry whatever you bring with you for the entire hike, so try not to overdo it. Each boy should be able to carry his own gear and it is recommended that he bring a backpack to carry his stuff.
So what do you need to bring along? Let’s get right down to it…
Some additional information that you may find useful
You can find examples of hiking food here: http://www.hikingdude.com/hiking-food.php
With a trail mix recipe here: http://www.hikingdude.com/trail-mix-recipe.php
Information on Hiking gear can be found here: http://www.hikingdude.com/hiking-gear.php
*** PLEASE SEE THE CALENDAR EVENT FOR DETAILS ***
VENTURING CREW 1776 PRESENTS: ‘CITY IN THE CLOUDS’
Details:
This year’s celebration will be from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Saturday May 21st at the Saints United Lutheran Church Gym. It will be a themed event with a meal and snacks being provided. So plan on a mid afternoon meal in place of lunch or dinner. The doors will be opened around 12:15 PM at which point you are welcome to assist with any final arrangements.
Tickets:
This is a ticketed event and each scout will receive three tickets; one for himself and two for guests. Additional tickets may be purchased at the cost of $10 for anyone 15+,$5 for those 6-14, and free for anyone under the age of 6. Tickets are not transferable to other families; we will have limited tickets available at the door which will cost $15 for those 15+, $10 for those under the age of 15. Pre-ordered tickets may be picked up Thursday May 19th at the Gym between 7:00-8:30 PM. If you can not make it that night, you can let us know and we will have them for you at the door.
Headcount:
We need all headcounts no later than 9:00 PM on Monday May 16th, so that we may purchase the correct amount of food. We will have sign up sheets at the counter starting Monday May 9th so you can indicate how many tickets you will need.
Attire:
Scouts are required to be in uniform for this event. Others should dress for a nice evening out with the family.
We would like to thank all of the families who attended our Fort Washington Camping Trip. Despite a chilly Friday night and a rainy Sunday morning; the camping trip was a huge success with about 45 people in attendance; including several families new to camping.
Saturday was a very busy day for the scouts. The dens covered several requirements that revolved around camping, cooking, and the outdoors this weekend. Tigers and Wolves went on a nature hike and learned a little about their surroundings; Bears worked on their fishing skills; Webelos worked on fire building without matches as well as knot tying and shelter building.
All scouts worked on the tent set up skills which ranged from choosing a good site to setting up their own tent. All scouts covered some of their cooking related skills which ranged, depending on level, from: planning their meals, preparing their meals; cooking on a campfire, or cleaning up after their meals.
We had one of the park rangers, with multiple degrees in the various GeoScience fields, answer questions from the scouts covering topics that consisted of different types of rocks, how rocks are formed, how underground water flows, how caves are formed, how to find water, pollution, water pollution and much more. He tackled anything the scouts could muster.
We closed off Saturday night with a great campfire program that consisted of marshmallow roasting, skits, and loud songs. We also announced the renumbering of our pack from Pack 155 to Pack 1776. Everyone was excited, had a blast, and is eagerly looking forward to the next camping trip.
Due to the long weekend of scouting, we will not be meeting on Monday May 2nd. The scouts, their parents, and the leaders will be resting up and meet back up Monday May 9th, to wrap up any outstanding requirements that may linger before our end of year award ceremony on Saturday May 21st.
This post will be full of information to try and explain the logistics for the weekend…
Location
We are camping at site A in the organized group tenting area. For those that were with us last year, when we were at site B, it is simply the next one up the road. For those who have not been there, once you turn up the road to the organized group tenting sites, go to the last site that ends in a cul-de-sac. Site A holds 100 people, so we will have plenty of room to spread out.
Arrival & Departure Times
Please plan to arrive anytime after 5:00 PM on Friday and then e expect to have camp broken down by 10:00 AM on Sunday and be completely out of the site by 11:00 AM
Weather
The current weather reports indicate that Friday we are expecting plenty of clouds with occasional showers; Saturday is partly to mostly cloudy; and Sunday is cloudy with periods of rain. So we are looking at a cool wet weekend but no signs of Thunderstorms. We will continue to watch the weather throughout the night into the morning to see if there are any thunderstorm warnings, but at this time we are a full go; therefore dress accordingly, rain gear is a must as are good shoes. If you are really concerned feel free to bring a life raft.
In all honesty it will be bit of rain as we set up, but then as we tear down. Temps will drop to about 45-48 degrees overnight, so warm betting is a must.
What To Bring
Bring good dry shoes, extra socks, extra clothing and rain gear.
Directions
Hello Parents: Hope you all had a great week/weekend. Tomorrow (4/25/16) the TIGERS, WOLVES & BEARS are going to visit the Fire House in Holmesburg. We’ll be meeting AT the Fire House, on Frankford a few doors down from the library. We ask that the boys be IN uniform. Thanks! We’ll see you all there. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. ?
All Dens:
If you have not already completed your cyber chip please visit the site below. Instructions go by grade and are listed in the links on this page. Please complete and bring in your paper on Monday, April 25th.
http://www.scouting.org/cyberchip.aspx
This weekend is the District Pinewood Derby. It is being held at Our Lady of Calvary Church, located at
11024 Knights Road Philadelphia, PA 19154.
Registration & Weigh-in: 8:30am to 9:30am Races to start at 10:00am
Who can attend the Districts Pinewood Derby? Anyone connected with your pack may attend (Racers, Parents, Leaders, Den Chiefs, guest, etc.)
Good Luck Racers and our Best in Show !!
Our Fort Washington camping trip is rapidly approaching and it is time to start getting a headcount to ensure we have ample supplies for the event. Specifics about the location, directions, and such can be found on the calendar event linked above.
The camping trip is from Friday April 29th through Sunday May 1st at Fort Washington State Park. We will be camping at Site B and the cost of the camping trip is $20 per person which includes all meals for the weekend: Friday Night Cracker Barrel; Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Campfire Snacks; and Sunday Breakfast.
We will start collecting headcounts and payments on Monday April 4th. Final headcount and payments will be due on Monday April 18th.
It is strongly recommended that each family bring a case of water as the site only has latrines and water taps. There is no running water.
Outdoor Essentials for Cub Scouts
With permission and appropriate training:
** If you or your scout require any medications please 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.
OPTIONAL FAMILY ITEMS
Please note, that even though that this camping trip is at the end of April, it can still get quite cold at night. Be prepared!
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