2008-2009 Pack 313 Google Calendar Updated

I have posted the updated Pack 313, Seneca District, and Council events on the pack calendar for the 2008-2009 cub scout year which you can access with the link on this home page.

2007-2008 Pack 313 Wrap up

Thanks to all the scouts and leaders for another fun and successful year.  The peak of the year was the 2007 Centennial Quality Unit Award with momentum to repeat this achievement in 2008.  This summer we had a presence not only at the cub resident camp for 2nd and 3rd grade boys but we also attended the webelos resident camp (4th and 5th grade boys) for the first time in many years.  We really should be proud of the quality cub scout program that wouldn’t be possible without everyone’s participation.

Fun with scout skills at Webelos Resident Camp

October Camping Trip

The October camping trip was a gret success.  Most of the scouts arrived on Saturday.  Once campsite setup was complete Vince Vetter taught the boys a little about map reading and compass usage.  Then the boys took a 2 1/2 mile hike through the Clifty Falls State Park.  The boys saw both Little Clifty Falls and Big Clifty Falls as well as Cake Rock.  The was a large rock formation with a crevice in it that the boys were able to climb through. It was a very hot afternoon and the hike was long but the boys really seemed to enjoy it.

After the hike we all went to the Nature Center where the boys got to enjoy some air conditioning and play some of the games in the center.  There was also a nice Bird Blind to view the local birds up close.

Once we had worn out our welcome in the Nature Center everyone hiked over to the Observation Tower and got a bird’s eye view of the Madison, IN area.

Cindy Brown lead an excellent knot tying activity for the boys while Chris Vale, Lloyd Brown, and Jon Grief cooked dinner for the boys (hotdogs, baked beans, and potato chips).

The remainder of the evening consisted of the camp fire and cooking smores followed by the boys playing and looking for raccoons the rest of the night.  Everyone turned in pretty early, around 9:30 pm.

The weekend went great and it seemed that all involved had an excellent time.  It was attended by the Vales, Hubbs, Griefs, Gruneisens, Creeks, Prides, Browns, Vetters, Hamms, and Simmons.

September Pack Meeting Wrap Up

We engineered a terrific meeting with the “Cub Scout Express” theme last night.  Thanks to all parents and leaders who made this meeting happen.

Next Pack Meeting is October 17th, 2007 at 6:30pm in the Holy Trinity cafeteria.  Remember to wear your Cub Scout uniform on Pack Meeting days if it is not your resource day.

Let Jon Grief know if you plan to attend the October 6th, 2007 Camping Trip.  Details will follow but we need a head count for planning purposes.  All family members are welcome and if you can help out let Jon Grief know.

2007-2008 Registration and Orientation Meeting

Please plan to attend the Registration and Orientation Meeting on August 19th at 6pm in the Holy Trinity Adult Formation Rooms.  We plan to review the cub scout program for the upcoming year, highlight the calendar of events, register old and new scouts, and answer any questions you may have.

Meet Your Teacher Booth

Drop by the Cub Scout Table in the Holy Trinity Cafeteria Tuesday August 14th from 6pm to 8 pm to sign up and see what fun things we will be doing in 2007-2008. Also note the online pack calender has been updated, check out the link to your right.

Cub Resident Camp August 3-5, 2007

Pack 313 had seven participants in this years Cub Resident Camp at Tunnel Mill Scout Reservation in Charlestown, IN.  Adults and children alike had a blast.  Highlights were Archery, BB guns, Campfire program, and Outdoor Movie.  If you get a chance to go to Cub Resident Camp don’t pass it up this is what Cub Scouting is all about.

Great Camping Event June 23, 2007

We had a fun filled weekend camping at Clifty Falls State Park near Madison, IN.  In addition to family tent camping we hiked to the falls, built model rockets, and launched the rockets.  Many thanks to Shawn Sharp and Jon Grief for organizing this excellent event.

Blue Gold Banquet Wrap-up

The annual Blue Gold Banquet was a success. Congratulations to all of the scouts who advanced to their next rank.. I have posted excerpts from the slide show for your enjoyment.

Pinewood Derby 2007

Our pinewood derby was a big success especially with our new track.  Congratulations to Nick D., Nick M., and Evan V. as our pack champions.  Good luck at the Seneca District Championship.