Sunday, September 8, 2024

Fwd: Pack722 Announcements Newsletter : Aug 2024




Welcome Back Pack Meeting / Kickoff (lots of detail, please read) 

September 13th, 6:30pm to 7:30pm 

September Pack meeting:   It's time to kick off another exciting year of adventures, learning, and fun with our Pack 722 Cub Scout family! Whether you're a returning member or joining us for the first time, we've got all the important topics and questions covered. 


Date: September 13th

Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm

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


Agenda  (may change a little):

  • Flags (AOL Scouts to do flag ceremony and scout law/oath) 

  • Welcome Back Slideshow, Highlights from last year (Fun to see fellow scouts "up on the big screen" )

  • Meet your Leaders for 2025 (Put some names to faces) 

  • Trips planned for 2025 (We have some exciting stuff planned) 

  • Quick touch on Fundraising (How the scouts make it all happen!) 

  • Info Tables - Logistics of Renewing and Dues 

  • Pack Event lead by Cubmaster Matt & Dan 


Tables set-up in the back of the meeting:

  • Info Table  - We'll have a table set up for Frequently Asked Questions, including Registration Dates, Costs, Dues, and more. For additional details, see this LINK

  • Uniform Swap Table  - Want to skip the Scout Store??? Bring any old Scout uniforms or apparel that you would like to trade or swap with other Scouts.

 

Returning Scouts, a friendly reminder to wear your Class A uniforms. 

As for our new Scouts and friends, there's no action or sign up required on your end – just come as you are, we will have more details on site. 


Questions: Please feel free to reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com



Arrow of Light Weekend at Milton Basecamp 

September 20th Weekend

Arrow of Light Weekend is an event put on by the Order of the Arrow / Pennacook Lodge. This event's goal is to provide Arrow of Light Scouts a taste of what camping in Scouts BSA is like, to earn AOL skills, and for all attendees to have an awesome weekend!


Date: Sept 20th to the 22nd 

Time: TBD. Mandy will have more info in the next week

For: all AOL scouts, parents, and leaders

Location: Basecamp at Milton MA

Website: Arrow of Light Weekend – Pennacook Lodge, Order of the Arrow (oapennacook.org)


Program Highlights: - Arts & Music - Archery & BBs - Cooking - Nature & Scoutcraft - First Aid & STEM - Campfire Program - Two dining hall meals, all programs, special t-shirt & certificate included! - And Much More!!!!


AOL Scouts and parents need to be registered in advance, so please stay tuned with info from Mandy in a separate email. 


Questions: Lead on this event is Mandy T at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com



Fishing By the Lake! - Pack 722 Fishing Derby & Bring a Friend!

September 21st at 9am

Gather your fishing gear and join us for a fin-tastic day by the water. Whether you're a seasoned angler or it's your first time holding a rod, this event promises a reel good time for all. There will be some prizes and fun for the largest and most caught. 🎣🌊


Date: Sept 21st 

Time: 9am to about 11am

Location: Lake Quannapowitt, by the Stone Church and Playground

What to Bring: 

  • Kids under the age of 15 do not need a fishing license. 

  • Bring fishing gear if you have some - but a stick with line works too! 

  • Pack provides worms and corn for bait. 


This is also a great chance to earn your fishing adventure belt loops, please ask your Den leaders. 


This is a fun and open event to all scouts and friends that are thinking about joining the pack! Bring a Friend Questions: Lead on this event is Andrew G at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com



Fall Camping Trip - Sudden Pond 

October 26th Weekend

The crisp air, the crackling campfire, and the joy of exploring the outdoors together – it's that time of the year again! We're excited to invite you all to our much-anticipated Annual Fall Camping Trip to Sudden Pond in Harold Parker Forest.


Date: October 26th Weekend

Location: Sudden Pond, Harold Parker Forest

What to Bring - We will cover this trip in a more detailed email. 




Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Pack Events


  • Sept 13th - First Pack Meeting & Scouting Year Kick-off! 

  • Sept 21st - Fishing by the Lake 

  • October 4th - Pack Meeting & Candy Kick-off 

  • October 12th - Optional Battle for the Airfield

  • October 26th - Sudden Pond Camping Trip 

  • November 16th - Fall Leaf Clean-up 

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

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




Yours in Scouting, 


Pack 722 Committee