Camping: Fort Washington State Park

Cub Scout Pack 1776 will be camping at Fort Washington State Park. The cost for the trip will be $20 per person and includes: Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner; Sunday Breakfast; and Campfire Snacks.

Fort Washington State Park is rich in modern recreational facilities and historical significance. The park takes its name from the temporary fort built by George Washington’s troops in the fall of 1777, before heading to Valley Forge. Fort Washington blossoms with flowering dogwood in the spring and the park is popular with hikers and picnickers. The seasonal migration of raptors is enjoyed by many avid birders from the parks observation tower.

Fort Washington has 3.5 miles of trails, fishing, a disc golf course, a softball field and lots of space to play and do activities. Scouts are welcome to bring bikes, fishing gear, and those scouts who have earned their whittling chip will be allowed, with parental approval, to bring their pocketknives.

If you plan on attending please email Dan Griess (dgriess@cubscoutpack1776.org). Payments for the camping trip can be paid at the gym on July 10, July 24, or Aug 7 between 7:00-8:00pm or at any of our other Summer activities.

Mayfair Cub Scout Pack 1776 camping at Fort Washington

Camping- Fall fest

We will be camping at Camp Hart, part of Musser Scout Reservation. Scouts and their parents will arrive at 6pm on Friday evening and on Saturday we will be attending Fall Fest at Camp Hart, also part of Musser Scout Reservation, which includes Saturday’s lunch. Attending Fall Fest is a required part of this camping trip for all campers, scouts & adults. After Fall Fest we will head back to our camp site for dinner and some campfire activities and snacks.

Departure will be by 10:00 am Sunday morning.

Tent Camping at Hibernia County Park

Our August Camping trip to Hibernia County Park is just a just a little over a month away, with that it is time to start collecting headcounts and payments.

When: August 17th- August 19th
Where: Hibernia County Park
Cost: $20 per person
Includes: All meals (Friday dinner through Sunday Breakfast & Campfire Snacks)

Headcounts and payments must be received no later than August 8th. Headcounts can be made by email to dgriess@cubscoutpack1776.org

We will be available at the Saints United Gym Wednesday July 18th , August 1st and 8th between the hours of 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM to collect payments.

Tent Camping at Camp Delmont

 

Just a reminder that our first camping trip of the summer is this weekend, June 15th-17th at Camp Delmont. We will be Camping at Camp Site 1 (MAP.) and the arrival time is any time after 6pm on Friday.

 

 

 

 

Weather

The weather is expected to be mostly sunny weekend with the temperature ranging between 59-87°,so you may want to pack a light jacket for the evening.

 

Outdoor Essentials for Cub Scouts

  • Personal first aid kit
  • Filled water bottle
  • Flashlight with spare bulb and batteries
  • Whistle
  • Rain Gear
  • Sunscreen
  • Trail Food
  • Map & Compass

With permission and appropriate training:

  • Pocketknife (Whittling Chip required for scout activities)

** 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.

  • Backpack for your gear
  • Scout Uniform hat or billed hat (ball cap)
  • A knit 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 and Mess Kit
  • 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

Directions:

If you are using a GPS you can use the following address:

Camp Delmont

5505 Upper Ridge Road

Pennsburg, PA 18073

Click to access Camp_Delmont.pdf

 

Camping at Camp Delmont-UPDATE

Our Camping trip to Camp Delmont, is just a couple of weeks out. It is time to start collecting headcounts and payments.

Cub Scout Pack 1776 Tent Camping

When:  June 15th– June 17th

Arrival Time after 6:00 PM on Friday
Departure by 10:30 AM on Sunday
Where: Camp Delmont
Cost: $20 per person <– corrected
Includes: All meals (Saturday through Sunday breakfast), Friday & Saturday evening snack

On Saturday, we will be taking a hike through Camp Hart. This will be a great opportunity for parents to see where your scout will be staying during Resident Camp.

Headcounts and payments must be received by Wednesday June 13, 2018

We will be available for payments May 30th and June 6th from 7-8pm. We will also have a sign up sheet available at our Blue and Gold Ceremony on June 2nd. If you are interested in attending or have any questions please email dgriess@cubscoutpack1776.org

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Camping at Camp Delmont

 

Our Camping trip to Camp Delmont, is just a couple of weeks out. It is time to start collecting headcounts and payments.

Cub Scout Pack 1776 Tent Camping

When: June 15th -17th
Where: Camp Delmont 
Cost: $20 per person
Includes: All meals (Saturday through Sunday breakfast), Friday & Saturday evening snack.

On Saturday, we will be taking a hike through Camp Hart. This will be a great opportunity for parents to see where your scout will be staying during Resident Camp.

Headcounts and payments must be received by Wednesday June 13, 2018

We will be available for payments May 30th and June 6th from 7-8pm. We will also have a sign up sheet available at our Blue and Gold Ceremony on June 2nd. If you are interested in attending or have any questions please email dgriess@cubscoutpack1776.org

 

 

 

 

Camping at Ockanickon Scout Reservation

Cub Scout Pack 155 Tent CampingOur first camping trip of the season, to Ockanickon Scout Reservation, is just a couple of weeks out. It is time to start collecting headcounts and payments.

When:  April 27th – April 29th
Where: Ockanickon Scout Reservation
Cost: $20 per person
Includes: All meals (Saturday through Sunday breakfast), Friday & Saturday evening snack
Full details: Camping at Ockanickon Scout Reservation

Headcounts and payments must be received by Monday April 23rd, 2018.

It is preferred that you email us your headcounts to signups@cubscoutpack1776.org. As well as on the sign up sheet that will be available tonight and next monday. Even if you previously told someone that you were attending, we still need you to sign up.

Please see the full event details at Camping at Ockanickon Scout Reservation – to know what gear one should bring.

Camping: Camp Delmont at Musser Scout Reservation

When:

Arrival Time after 6:00 PM on Friday
Departure by 10:30 AM on Sunday

Cost: $20

$20 per person for the weekend. Cost includes a Friday evening meal, all Saturday meals, Sunday Breakfast, and campfire snacks.

Basic Supply List:

  1. A pocketknife  (Bears & Webelos Scouts Only must have Whittling chip card)
  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 to consider:

Hygiene

  • Toothbrush
  • Toothpaste
  • Dental floss
  • Biodegradable Soap
  • Comb
  • Water-less hand cleaner
  • Small towel
  • Washcloth
  • Toilet paper (always have extra toilet paper on hand)

Cooking and eating

  • Mess Kit
  • Cup or insulated mug
  • Multi-tool (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

Camping: Safeguard Castle, Camp Garrison

We will be camping at the Safeguard Castle in Camp Garrison, part of Musser Scout Reservation. Safeguard Castle is an indoor facility with a capacity of 40 people. Each floor hold 16 bunks for people to sleep in and then 2 rooms on each floor, sleeping 2, for adult leaders.  Those who wish to do so, may be able to set up a tent on the grounds as well but we would have to investigate. Scouts would be required to sleep indoors. Meals included will be Friday cracker barrel, Saturday breakfast, Saturday Dinner, Sunday Breakfast, and campfire snacks.

On Saturday we will be attending Fall Fest at Camp Hart, also part of Musser Scout Reservation, which includes Saturday’s lunch. More details about the Fall Fest activity can be found at: Fall Fest

Attending Fall Fest is a required part of this camping trip for all campers, scouts & adults

Several of our leaders have worked together in order to make arrangements with the camp, in order to keep the total cost, for adults, similar to the cost of a normal state park camping trip. The cost for scouts and siblings would be an extra $15 to cover program costs. Therfore the cost for the weekend is $13 per person plus the cost of Fall Fest; $22 for participants; $7 for adults.  The total cost, for the weekend, including Fall Fest, would be $20 per adult and $35 per scout, includes all meals.

Arrival will be Friday evening after 6:00 pm, Departure will be by 10:00 am Sunday morning.

 

2016 Hickory Run Camping Trip

Cub Scout Pack 155 Tent CampingOur August camping trip, our final Summer activity, to Hickory Run State Park is just a couple of weeks out. It is time to start collecting headcounts and payments.

When:  August 4th – August 6th
Where: Hickory Run State Park
Cost: $20 per person
Includes: All meals (Friday dinner through Sunday Breakfast & Campfire Snacks)

Full details: Camping: Hickory Run State Park

Headcounts must be received by July 31st, 2017 and payments must be received no later than Thursday August 3rd, 2017.

It is preferred that you email us your headcounts to signups@cubscoutpack1776.org. Even if you previously told someone that you were attending, we still need you to send an email. We will be available at the Saints United Gym on the following dates and times to collect payments and in person headcounts, additional dates and times may be added.

  • Tuesday July 18th, 2017 from 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM (Dan, Karen, Tom)
  • Tuesday August 1st, 2017 from 6:30 PM until 7:30 PM (Dan)
  • Thursday August 3rd, 2017 from 7:00 PM until 8:30 PM (Karen, Tom)

Please see the full event details at  Camping: Hickory Run State Park – to know what gear one should bring.