Pack Meeting: Blue and Gold Celebration & Pinewood Kick Off
January 19th, 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Excitement is in the air as we gear up for our Blue and Gold Celebration! This traditional Cub Scout celebration marks the anniversary of the BSA's founding on February 8, 1910
Meeting Details:
Blue and Gold Birthday of Scouting Celebration with Cupcakes
Special Guest: Sports Zone will be joining us to host an activity for the Scouts (Class B Uniforms)
Pinewood Derby kick off . Registered scouts will receive their cars at NO COST, marking the official kick-off to the March Race. Families and parents are encouraged to participate by purchasing a car for $7 that night (cash and Venmo accepted).
Pinewood Derby Info: Additionally, we'll be hosting some Pinewood Q&A for scouts and parents who are new to this event. Official Rules and more details to follow.
Date: Friday, January 19th
Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Location: United Methodist Church at 273 Vernon St, Wakefield, MA 01880
Class B uniforms (Scout T-shirt) are encouraged because the scouts will be active.
Questions: Please feel free to reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
Adventure at Battleship Cove in Fall River, MA, March 16th-17th
Update: As of January 9, 2024: We've reached a solid registration count, about 25 scouts and 25 adults, totaling around 50 attendees. With the offset of Candy Sales, we've reduced the trip cost to $65 per scout and $75 per parent/sibling.
Sign up Link --> see emails
Accepting Payments now until January 31st deadline Venmo or in cash/check directly to Mike or your Den Leaders at your next den meeting.
Date: March 16th-17th
Location: 5 Water St., Fall River, MA 02721
Website: https://www.battleshipcove.org/
Parent / Guardian required - Yes
Siblings invited - Yes
Cost: $65 per scout and $75 per adult/siblings. This inclusive fee encompasses dinner, breakfast, activities, and sleeping quarters.
Questions: Please feel free to reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
Project Linus - Saturday February 24th, 10:00am to 1:00pm
Project Linus Blanket Making Day on Sat. Feb. 24 from 10-1 pm! Join us for a FUN event that helps those in need. We'll create traditional knotted fleece blankets, learn to use sewing techniques, and explore various blanket-making skills. For more info see Link1 and Link2
Date: Sat. Feb. 24 from 10-1 pm
Location: Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church
Website: https://www.projectlinus.org/about.php
Parent / Guardian required - Encouraged. The ideal ratio is 1 adult to 3 Scouts so parents are invited.
Siblings invited - Yes
What to bring : 1 yard of Fleece, labeled scissors, lunch, and water
Sign up by January 19th → https://forms.gle/QQXajziMcJckxw1a9
If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to Mandy Theisen
Camp Carpenter Sleep Away Camp - July 7th to July 11
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.
Save the Date: July 7th to July 11 2024 (Stay tuned for additional information in upcoming newsletters)
Location: Manchester, New Hampshire
Activities: Archery, arts and crafts, BB gun shooting sports, field sports, nature exploration, scout skills, Fort Friendship, Pirates Cove, and the Indian Village.
Website https://nhscouting.org/outdoor-programs/camp-carpenter/
Cost: We are still working out details, but based on last year ~$530 per Scout
Sign up link (see new letter email)
If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to Mike or cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Events & Links to Keep Handy
February Pack Meeting: "Take It Apart Night" - Begin collecting interesting items to deconstruct with the scouts..
Feb/March - Pinewood Workshop: Prepare your car for the upcoming race day.
March - Pinewood Derby: The main event, where your finely tuned cars will face off.
March - Spring Event: Battleship Cove Sleepover
Pack 722 2024 List of Events this is an active list. Once it is finalized, the dates will be loaded into the Pack calendar.
Frequently asked Questions at kick-off, both new and returning scouts and parents.
Community Opportunities for Scouts
None for this newsletter. However, if you have any opportunities to share, we would greatly appreciate hearing about them!
Yours in Scouting,
Pack 722 Committee
