The BIG EVENT: Pinewood Derby (All Dates and Times Below)
Welcome to that special time of year... A combination of creativity, craftsmanship, and friendly competition that makes the Pinewood Derby a highlight of the scouting experience! To assist both new and returning scouts and families, here are the key dates you need to be aware of:
For more details on the rules, cars, race, and trophies please see the 1 page hand out here… link
Workshop (Optional):
Pre-Race Day Car Workshop, help with final car prep and weight, no paint or cutting.
Date and Location: Wednesday, February 28th at the UMC 273 Vernon St, Wakefield
Time: 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Check in Event (Mandatory):
Car Weigh-In and Registration. If you can't make check in please make arrangements to have your car dropped off giving that person permission to make any necessary alterations needed to pass inspection.
Date and Location: Friday March 1st at the UMC 273 Vernon St, Wakefield
Check in Times:
Lions 6:00 - 6:20pm
Tigers 6:20 - 6:40pm
Wolves 6:40 - 7:00pm
Bears & Webelos 7:00 - 7:20pm
AOL 7:20 - 7:40pm
Help Needed: Asking for one parent volunteer from each Den, you will be partnered up with a leader to help with track and race day setup. This is a fun time as we all pitch in. Please reply to this email if you can help out with meet and greet, track build, inspection, computer AV.
Race Day:
The racing kicks off at 9 am and wraps up by 2 pm, with winners and trophies announced at the end of each round. There will also be baked goods and hotdogs courtesy the UMC volunteers.
Date and Location: Saturday March 2nd at the UMC 273 Vernon St, Wakefield
Race Times:
Lions 9:00 - 9:45am
Tigers 9:45 - 10:30am
Wolves 10:30 - 11:30am
Bears 11:30 - 12:00pm
Webelos 12:00 - 12:30pm
AOL 12:30 – 1:30pm
Family Race/ Leader Race 1:30pm
Live Video Feed: We will plan on a live video feed
Dress: Class A uniforms
For more details on the rules, cars, race and trophies please see the 1 page hand out here… link
Or reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
Adventure at Battleship Cove in Fall River, MA, March 16th-17th
Update: As of Feb 12th, 2024: We've reached a solid registration count, about 40 scouts and 40 adults, totaling around 90 attendees. With the offset of Candy Sales, we've reduced the trip cost to $65 per scout and $75 per parent/sibling.
Accepting Payments now Venmo or in cash/check directly to Mike Festa 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: Sunday, July 7th to Thursday, July 11th 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 news letter
If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to Mike Festa or cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Events & Links to Keep Handy
March - No Pack meeting, Pinewood Month
April - AOL Crossover
May - Pack Crossover
June - Summer Camping Trip, Basecamp overnight in Milton MA
July - Flags by the Lake & 4th of July parade
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
The Quannapowitt Yacht Club Youth Sailing Program (YSP) provides a safe, encouraging environment for students to learn to sail, to develop sailing skills, or to learn to race. The YSP focuses on the fun, enjoyment, accomplishment and self-confidence that comes from learning to sail. Our instruction is based on the US SAILING curriculum, and is carried out in age- and skill-appropriate groupings. We also plan whole-group activities that encourage social interactions and friendships among the students. Students learn skills that will form the foundation for a lifelong love of sailing. They will also learn the proper use and care of boats, sails, moorings and the docking area. Safety standards are taught and strictly enforced.
The program is open to children ages 8-13 (entering 3rd - 8th grades). Our fleet includes boats appropriate for various skill levels. Children are placed in a boat according to their size and sailing experience. For complete information visit https://sailqyc.com/page/youth-sailing-2024-dates-announced
Yours in Scouting,
Pack 722 Committee
Committee for 2023-2024
Cubmaster - Matt Theisen
Assistant Cubmaster - Daniel Lander
Committee Chair - Andrew Gentile
Treasurer - Mike Festa
Activity & Communications - Mandy Theisen
Registration & Online Scout Book - Sothear Nou
Den Leaders: James Turner, Michael Lew, Daniel Lander, Scott McCarthy, Eric Nickerson, Sothear Nou, Robyn Gentile, Kevin Crain
Fundraising - Assistant help needed, please reach out
Website/Facebook - Assistant help needed, please reach out
Advancement - Assistant help needed, please reach out
Shirts/Quartermaster - Assistant help needed, please reach out
Email: cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com | Website:www.pack722wakefield.com | Google Calendar
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