Hi Pack 722 Families,
Below is our June newsletter. A few key things:
• Spring Campout this weekend (June 6–7): We still have plenty of room for families to join us in Milton for either the day or overnight. The pack will provide dinner with disposable plates and utensils, but if you have a mess kit please bring it to help reduce waste.
• Georges Island Trip (June 27): While all 50 free ferry passes have been claimed, the trip remains open to all Pack families & scouts. Additional tickets can be purchased directly through the Boston Harbor Island Ferry. Please see the details and links below.
Spring Campout at New England Base Camp in Milton, MA
June 6th & 7th
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!
Details: Click this link for: the INFO PACK
Location: Blue Hills Reservation, 411 Unquity Rd, Milton, MA 02186.
Dates: June 6th & 7th
Questions: Please feel free to reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
June Event - Georges Island in Boston Harbor
June 27th at ~9.20am to 4.00pm
Join Cub Scout Pack 722 for an exciting island adventure to Georges Island, part of the Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park! This trip combines a scenic ferry ride with history, exploration, and plenty of space for scouts and families to learn, play, and enjoy the outdoors together.
Georges Island is home to historic Fort Warren, wide walking paths, picnic areas, open fields, and incredible views of Boston Harbor. It’s a fantastic, family-friendly destination for scouts of all ages.
Date, Time, and Meetup Details
Date: Saturday, June 27
Time: Approximately 9:20 AM to 4:00 PM
Meeting Location: Long Wharf North, Boston (near the Harbor Islands Ferry Center / ticket booth)
Schedule and Info Pack → please see the link here for the info pack
What to Bring
Packed lunch and snacks
Water bottle
Comfortable walking shoes
Sunscreen and hat, Small backpack
Flashlight for exploring darker areas inside Fort Warren
Sign-Up Please register here: https://forms.gle/Jd7Nbm2R5dC8HEhp6 → Tickets can be purchased below:
Option A: Book your trip directly with https://www.bostonharborislands.org/ferryschedule/ and select “Purchase Ferry Tickets” → Saturday, June 27 → Leave Long Wharf at 10:00 am → depart Georges at 3:00 pm
Option B: look for a 50% discounted rate through the Lucius Beebe Memorial Library Pass Program (link)
Questions: Please feel free to reach out to us at cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
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
If you have any questions or need more details visit https://www.julyparade.org/ or feel free to reach to CubScout PackSevenTwoTwo
Camp Carpenter Sleep Away Camp
July 12th to July 16th
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.
This year we put together a draft info pack. Please have a look at the Link Here.
Save the Date: July 12th to July 16th 2026 (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 ~$550-600 per Scout
If you have any questions or need more details, feel free to reach out to cubscoutpack722wakefield@gmail.com
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Future Save the Dates & Upcoming Pack Events
June 6th - Spring Camping Trip
June - Boston Harbor Islands
July 4th - Marching in Town Parade
July 12th - Scout Camp in NH
July - Hike/Trip/Event - TBD
Aug - Hike/Trip/Event - TBD
Pack 722 2026 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
