PACK HIKE - SAUGUS IRON WORKS - SATURDAY

Hello Pack 722,

The Pack has organized a hike at the Saugus Ironworks located in, you guessed it, Saugus. This will be a short hike on the grounds as well as a fantastic opportunity to learn about the old-timey history of making metal in our country's oldest ironworks! 

The buildings on the site are closed due to COVID-19 at this time but we can get a view of all of the old-timey buildings and grounds. 

The Saugus Ironworks is located at:

244 Central Street

Saugus, MA 01906

https://goo.gl/maps/26eWF6L6wHNyAX9p7

We will meet in the parking lot at 9:00 am on Saturday July 17th. I will be leading the hike so look for me when you get there. 

Depending on the weather, you may need sunscreen and water. We will be next to the Saugus River so there could be a few mosquitos.

One last thing: If you haven't done anything for July with the Pack and you want to get the Summertime pack award, this may be your chance to reach that goal! Usually, scouts will march in the parade to accomplish their July activities but not this year.

YIS,

Neal

RSVP NEEDED - Saturday, July 10th - 8:00 AM - Isaac Davis Historic Trail, Acton to Concord

Please respond to Geoff by email by Friday the 9th @ 5pm if you plan on going.  We need to make sure we have enough shuttles from the beginning to the end.

The Isaac Davis Trail (Historic Trail - Acton and Concord, MA).  This is a great hike for older scouts or those that are experienced with longer trails.

This is a  7 mile  trail that runs between Acton and the North Bridge in Concord. This is the same trail that the Acton Minutemen followed to fight the British Red Coats on April 18-19, 1775 in the Battle of Concord. Scouts and Scouters will earn the special hiking patch by completing this hike, shown below.

We will meet at 8AM at the parking lot adjacent to the TJ O'Grady Skateboard Park in Acton and walk over to the start of the trail at the Isaac Davis House along Hayward Road.  From there, we will make our way through Acton and Concord to North Bridge.  This hike is primarily alongside roads with a portion along a town easement through the woods.  There will be limited (if any) bathrooms along the trail.

Weather looks decent with highs in the upper 70s and a slight chance of showers. Come prepared with good walking shoes, sun protection, water and snacks -- think Cub Scout 6 Essentials.  Plan on the hike taking 3-4 hours not including the shuttling back to the starting point.

Yours in Scout,

Your Pack Committee

Town Park Cleanup Saturday 6/26 and Summer Activity documents.

Saturday, June 26th we will be having our 1st Town Forest clean up service project at the entrance of JJ Round on Main Street.  

These events include taking a small hike into the town forest.  This is perfect for any aged scout.  

We start at 9am.

Please remember to wear appropriate Footwear and Dress According to the weather.  In addition, don't forget your Water, Snacks, Bug spray, Sun Screen, Gloves, Trash Bags or any other essential items.    

Also attached are our Summer Activity Calendar as well as the Summer Camp Options document.  Please let me know if you have any questions.

YIS,

Your Pack Committee

Are you looking for a Cub Scout Day Camp?

Even though this year's Wakefield Cub Scout Day camp is not able to be available.  The Topsfield day camp still has openings.  It is running July 5-9th.  If you are interested, here is the link  https://experiencebasecamp.org/products/topsfield-youth-day-camp-7-12-7-16

Yours In Scouting

Your Pack Committee

Spirit of '76 Trail Saturday June 12th

On Saturday, June 12th, 9:00AM - we have an exciting hike in Marblehead planned, lead by Geoff Sheau.  Please contact Geoff if you plan to attend (email above).

Spirit of '76 Trail

The purpose of the 2 mile loop trail is to tell the story the townspeople of Marblehead played in the Revolutionary War.

This is a self guided walking tour of downtown Marblehead that starts at Abbot Hall. Abbot Hall is the present day Town Hall of Marblehead and doubles as a historical museum that we may be able to tour to start the hike.

There are 15 points of interest to see on the hike and a 17 questionnaire to complete. We will see historical houses, an old Fort, an old burial ground for revolutionary soldiers and learn of pirates, ghosts and witchcraft.

This is a historic trail and completion of the trail qualifies participants to receive a patch and/or medal. 

All scouts and leaders are to be in class A uniforms for the hike.