Friday, June 6, 2025

Happy Summer, Pack 722!

As we welcome the sunshine and warmer days, our regular pack meetings are taking a break until September. But the fun isn't stopping, pack activities will continue in a more relaxed style. We've got some great summer events planned Check them out below and join the adventure! One for Every month! 

Don't forget—the Summertime Award patch/ loop is active!
Scouts who take part in three pack activities from May, June, July, and August can earn this special award. Let's keep the Scouting spirit going all summer long!


Pack Hike - Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary  

June 28th at 9.30am  

Join us for a fun and relaxing family hike at the beautiful Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. This is a great opportunity for scouts and their families to enjoy nature together. The sanctuary is known for its friendly birds. Chickadees and other small birds land on steady hands holding bird seed!


Time and Meetup:

  • Time & Date: Saturday, June 28, at 9:30 AM

  • Location: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA 01983

  • Meeting Spot: Picnic tables next to the large field near the visitor center

  • Parking: Limited; early arrival is recommended as the lot fills quickly.


Hike Details:

  • Route: We'll hike down the hill On the Rockery Trail and follow the trail around the pond to the Rock Grotto. Trail Map Download  Ipswich River Trail Map (PDF)

  • Duration & Difficulty: Approximately 1 hour; low-intensity, suitable for all ages.

  • What to Bring: Water bottle, comfortable walking/hiking shoes, small bag of bird seed (Pack 722 will provide) The sanctuary is known for its friendly birds. Chickadees and other small birds land on steady hands holding bird seed!


Sign up Information:

  • The Pack will cover the cost of admission best we can for scouts and parents. If numbers get large we may need to adjust this pricing as the date gets closer. Please use the Sign up below. Additional passes can be purchased at the front lobby if needed Adults: $7, Seniors: $4, Children (2–12): $4 and Free for Mass Audubon members

  • After the group hike, feel free to explore the rest of the sanctuary—your admission is valid all day. 


Please let us know you are coming


If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach to  CubScout PackSevenTwoTwo



Marching in the Wakefield 4th of July Parade 

July 4th, 3pm

Pack 722 is excited to participate in the 4th of July parade. If you haven't been to the parade before, it is amazingly fun. Being in a parade is a requirement for some scout ranks and will count as a July activity toward your Summertime Fun adventure loop. 


Date: July 4th, 3pm

Location: Galvin Middle School, Pack 722 Parade Map & info here 

Dress: Class A Uniform and Hat if you have one. Generally, it is hot so dress for the weather.

What to bring: 

  • Sunscreen

  • Water

  • Maybe a snack

  • Good walking shoes

  • Optional: Wagon(s) to pull behind the group. This is handy for carrying water, rain gear, etc., and can be decorated with flags or ribbons.

  • A ball, frisbee, or other item to pass the time while Scouts wait to be called to march by staff


Please let us know you are coming


If you have any questions or need more details visit https://www.julyparade.org/ or feel free to reach to  CubScout PackSevenTwoTwo 



Summer July Event - Rockets by the Lake!

July 19th 10:00 – 11:00 AM

Join us for a summer blast-off with Pack 722! We'll be launching water rockets, playing some outdoor games, and enjoying the summer sunshine by the lake. This is a great event to bring a friend who wants to see what Cub Scouts is all about.


Date: Saturday, July 19,  10:00 – 11:00 AM

Location: Lake Quannapowitt Lower Common (grassy area near Church Street)

Dress: Class B

What to bring: 

  • A plastic 1 or 2-liter soda bottle (empty)

  • Water bottle for drinking

  • Sunscreen

  • A towel (optional)

  • Your friend who might want to try Cub Scouts!


If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach to  CubScout PackSevenTwoTwo



Summer Aug Event -  Pack Bowling!!!

2nd or 3rd Saturday in August  (Exact time coming soon—stay tuned!)

We're bringing this Pack favorite back into the rotation—come roll with us!

Candlepin bowling is a New England classic, and unlike traditional bowling, the pins are tall and skinny, and the balls fit in your hand—no finger holes - no bumpers! It's trickier than it looks, but that's part of the fun. We'll follow it up with some pizza(?)  and good times with friends.


Sign up and final dates - Exact time coming soon—stay tuned!


Date: 2nd or 3rd Saturday in August  (Exact time coming soon—stay tuned!)

Location: Wakefield Bowl, 92 Water St, Wakefield

Dress: Class B

What to bring: 

  • Big smiles and scout spirit, 

  • A friend who wants to try Cub Scouts

  • A little patience—this is candlepin bowling… no bumpers, but all fun!


If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach to  CubScout PackSevenTwoTwo


Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Pack Events


  • June Pack Hike 

  • July 4  - 4th of July Parade 

  • July 6-10  - Summer Camp - Carpenter 

  • July 19th Rockets by the Lake!

  • Aug Pack Event or Hike - Pack Bowling!

  • Pack 722 2025 List of Events Specific dates to follow shortly.

  • Frequently Asked Questions at kick-off, both new and returning scouts and parents.



How are we doing? 

  • We'd love to hear your thoughts! Share any positive feedback or suggestions for improvement using this  Feedback form 



Yours in Scouting, 


Pack 722 Committee











Monday, May 19, 2025

Flags by the Lakeside: TIME CHANGE 3:30 p.m Today and May 23th at 3.30pm

Hi - 
The town released the info a bit late, sorry about that. Looks like 3.30pm both days. See website below. 
https://www.wakefield.ma.us/home/news/flagging-veterans-graves-honoring-memorial-day  

Flags by the Lakeside

May 19th & May 23th at 4pm 3.30pm

The Memorial Day Flag Placement at both Lakeside Cemetery and Forest Glade is a town wide event.   Pack 722 will be attending Lakeside Cemetery and/or Forest Glade Cemetery.  So you should see people you recognize at each location.   


For those going, please come in your Class A uniform and if it's hot, be sure to bring a water bottle.  A screwdriver is helpful to bring as it can start the hole for the flagpole.  We do our best to see that every grave receives a flag.


Lakeside by the Chapel (map)

Monday, May 19 at 4 p.m 3.30pm


Forest Glade Cemetery (map)

Friday, May 23 at 4 p.m. 3.30pm


More info will be posted on the town website shortly, https://www.wakefield.ma.us 


If you have any questions or need more details, please reach out to your Den Leaders. 


Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Pack722 Newsletter: May 2025

Pack Crossover Ceremony!!!

May 9th at 6:30pm 

Pack Crossover, our final pack meeting of the year.  This is always an exciting evening as we recognize the scouts for their year of working on adventure requirements, culminating in earning that next rank and progressing along the scouting path.  Scouts wear Class A uniforms.


The plan is to run this evening of scout recognition outside in the parking lot (weather permitting) and there will be some snacks, social hour and Q&A for the upcoming camping trip.


Date: May 9th

Time: 6.30pm to 8:00pm

Location: United Methodist Church at 273 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA

Dress: Class A Uniforms!!!


We could use help with the setup of chairs.  If any parents/scouts would like to get there 10-15 mins in advance would be awesome.


Spring Campout at New England Base Camp in Milton, MA!

May 17th & 18th!

A weekend of adventure awaits us at New England Base Camp in Milton, MA! Get ready for exciting program activities like Archery, BB Gun Range, Rock Climbing, and more!

This site has running water and super clean bathrooms :) 

Timeline and Itinerary for the day here in this link


Details:

  • Date: Saturday, May 17th  - Sunday, May 18th

  • Location: Blue Hills Reservation, 411 Unquity Rd, Milton, MA 02186. Link to Map

  • Timeline and Itinerary: See this link

  • Parent or Guardian Required: Yes, unless specific arrangements have been made with the Pack

  • Food and Meals: The Pack will provide optional dinner and breakfast; please see the form below.

  • Program Activities: Absolutely! We'll have Live Reptiles, Archery, BB Gun Range, Rock Climbing, and more! See this link


🔍 Need more info on Milton Base Camp? Check out the website  Website Here  


Register now! → Click here to register ← Please use the form to register.


Flags by the Lakeside

May 19th & May 23th at 4pm 

The Memorial Day Flag Placement at both Lakeside Cemetery and Forest Glade is a town wide event.   Pack 722 will be attending Lakeside Cemetery and/or Forest Glade Cemetery.  So you should see people you recognize at each location.   


For those going, please come in your Class A uniform and if it's hot, be sure to bring a water bottle.  A screwdriver is helpful to bring as it can start the hole for the flagpole.  We do our best to see that every grave receives a flag.


Lakeside by the Chapel (map)

Monday, May 19 at 4 p.m


Forest Glade Cemetery (map)

Friday, May 23 at 4 p.m.


More info will be posted on the town website shortly, https://www.wakefield.ma.us/calendar/month


If you have any questions or need more details, please reach out to your Den Leaders. 



Last Call!!!

Camp Carpenter Sleep Away Camp

July 6th to July 10

 

Get ready for summertime adventures – Camp Carpenter! Nestled on the outskirts of Manchester, New Hampshire, Camp Carpenter offers a 250-acre wooded escape, serving as the Daniel Webster Council's Cub Scout Summer Camp and the home of Granite Base Camp.


Date: Sunday, July 6th to Thursday, July 10 

Location: Manchester, New Hampshire

Activities: Archery, arts and crafts, BB gun shooting sports, field sports, nature exploration, STEM skills,  Fort Friendship, Pirates Cove, and Swimming!

Website https://nhscouting.org/outdoor-programs/camp-carpenter/ 

Cost: ~$560 per scout with early registration. For most up to date info see this link

Sign up link https://forms.gle/FNYFY53G33HWRHuv8 


If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to Mike Festa at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com



Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Pack Events


  • May 9  - Pack Crossover 

  • May 17-18  - Pack 722 Spring Camping Trip at New England Base Camp  

  • May 19 & 23  - Memorial Day Flags - (Honor veterans by placing flags)

  • June Pack Event or Hike - TBD 

  • July 4  - 4th of July Parade 

  • July 6-10  - Summer Camp - Carpenter 

  • July Pack Event or Hike - TBD 

  • Aug Pack Event or Hike - TBD 

  • Pack 722 2025 List of Events Specific dates to follow shortly.

  • Frequently Asked Questions at kick-off, both new and returning scouts and parents.










Monday, April 14, 2025

Updated Date for Church Cleanup – Now April 19

Hi Pack Families,

Due to a late scheduling conflict with the church, we need to move our upcoming church cleanup one week earlier. The new date is Saturday , April 19 (previously April 26).

All activity details remain the same. For more information, please see the updated newsletter below and check the website.

Thanks again for all you do!

_________________________________________

Spring Clean up at the Church

April 19th, 9:00am - 11:00am  (Yes, There will be Coffee & Donuts!) 

Please join us for a spring clean-up at the church on Saturday, April 19th at 9am for a Pack 722 service project! We will be raking and trimming the grounds at our Pack headquarters as a thank you to the church community for utilizing their space all year. Be sure to bring (labeled) rakes, clippers, tarps, and leaf blowers if you have them. Gardening gloves are helpful for all to wear. Rain or shine, we hope to see you there! Donuts will be provided for all scouts that participate!!!


Date: April 19th

Time: 9:00am to ~ 10.00am

Location: United Methodist Church at 273 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA 01880

What to bring: 

  • Outdoor Dress, no uniform. 

  • Rakes, clippers, saws, tarps, and leaf blowers if available.

  • Gardening gloves recommended.

  • Rain or shine event.


For more info please contact Andrew cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com