Pack 601: December Pack Meeting, Friday, December 15, SUMC, 6:30 PM

Parents,

Just another reminder of the December Pack Meeting on Friday, December 15th at SUMC starting at 6:30 PM. Please have your boys bring a wrapped gift of $5 or less. Also the Bears, Webelos 1s and Webelos 2s are responsible for bringing snacks to share and the Tigers and Wolves are responsible for cleanup.

We will have our regular pack meeting and then some holiday singing and a special visitor might be coming.

I look forward to seeing you on Friday, 12/15.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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Pack 601: December Pack Meeting, Friday, December 15, SUMC, 6:30 PM

Parents,

Just a reminder, our next Pack Meeting is Friday, December 15, 6:30 PM at Salem United Methodist Church. We will have our annual holiday party. We are asking the Webelos 1 & 2s and the Bears to bring Snacks to share and the Tigers and Wolves will be responsible for cleanup. The Pack will provide drinks.

Also, have the boys bring a wrapped $5 present for our gift exchange. The presents will all go under the tree and the boys will get a number and get to pick in that order. We will also do some singing and maybe have a special visitor.

I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving and I look forward to seeing you at the Pack Meeting!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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Pack 601: Question about the Pack Meeting

Parents,

A question came up about the Pack Meeting about what the boys should wear.  Please have them wear their uniforms.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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Pack 601: Reminder T-Shirt Orders

Forwarded from Kathy Melcher

REMINDER

Pack 601 Class B Uniform camo t-shirts and sweatshirts will be on sale at the Pack Meeting Fall Festival on Saturday, October 28. If you are unable to attend and wish to place an order, please call Kathy Melcher.

Thank you!

Pack 601: October Pack Meeting, Saturday, 10/28, 6:30PM @ SUMC

Parents,

Just a reminder of our Pack meeting on Saturday, October 28th, 6:30PM at Salem United Methodist Church.  We will be having our annual Fall Festival.  The activities will be:

• Apple Tree Bobbing for Apples
• A scarecrow stuffing race
• Decorating sugar cookies
• And back by popular demand, the target range for Packoree.

Also, dues of $45 is due and if you are not participating the popcorn fundraiser, $50 buy-out is also due.  We have had problems in the past with people not paying, so we have instituted the policy followed by many of the Packs in the area.  Until the dues is paid, you son will not receive his awards that he has earned.  If finances are an issue, please feel free to talk to me privately about it and we will work it out.  The Pack must pay for all the awards you son earns and the only money we get is from dues and fundraisers.  We get no money from BSA or the church.

I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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Pack 601: T-shirt order

To Pack 601:

I will be taking orders for the camo tshirts for the boys and any adults who wish to purchase them.  Orders will be taken at the Pack Meeting on Saturday, October 28 @ 6:30 at SUMC.   Payment must be made at time of ordering. 

If you will be unable to attend the Pack Meeting, but would like to order the shirts, please call me prior to October 28th with your order and to make arrangements to get me your payment.

Pricing and sizes as follows:

It is recommended that you order Adult sizes for all boys.  The smaller boys seem to wear an adult small.  My son wears a size 8 clothing and he is wearing a youth XL, but the adult small would fit him too.  They will probably be a little big, but they can wear them for a longer time.

Youth XL - $10.90

Adult S-M-L-XL - $11.25

Adult XXL - $13.25

Adult XXXL - $14.75

These shirts can be worn as a Class "B" uniform.

Thank you,

Kathy Melcher

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Pack 601: Fundraising Due

Parents,

Fundraisers are due tonight or tomorrow.  Judy Tait will be at SUMC tonight at 6:30-7:30 and tomorrow from 7:00-8:00.  The money and order must be turned at one of these two times in order for the order to be placed.

Thank you!

Boyd

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Pack 601: October Pack Meeting: October 28th, 6:30 PM, Salem United Methodist Church / Popcorn due 10/23

Parents,

We were not able to get the skating rink to go skating for our Pack meeting.  So, we will be having our annual Fall Festival Pack meeting instead.  We plan to have apple bobbing, games and more.  Please have your boys in their full Class A uniforms for the meeting.  We will give out awards and then move on to the fun.

Also, if you have doing the Popcorn fundraiser, money is due during your den meeting on October 23rd.  Judy Tait will be at the church building for you to turn it in.  For those meeting on October 24th, turn it into me and I will get it to Judy.

I look forward to seeing you all at the pack meeting.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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Pack 601: Parent Orientation

Parents,

Here is a copy of the New Parent Orientation. I would ask that all parents look it over and review it. Also, I have added a section with a link to the BSA Youth Protection training. It can be done online and takes about 20 minutes. I would encourage everyone to go through it.

Thanks,

Boyd

Parent Orientation to Cub Scouting

Organization

The following gives a basic breakdown of the Cub Scouting Organization:

BSA National

Local Council – Del-Mar-Va

District – Freedom Trail

Local Pack – 601

Dens – Divided by age group

Tigers - 1st Grade

Wolves - 2nd Grade

Bears - 3rd Grade

Webloes I - 4th Grade

Webloes II - 5th Grade

Pack Leaders

The following gives a basic breakdown of Pack Leadership:

Cubmaster

1 or more Assistant Cubmasters

Pack Committee

Den Leaders

Assistant Den Leaders

All Leadership positions are volunteer, so please remember that. We are not paid and we donate a lot of our time to Scouting.

Our Focus

It's about the Boys!

Safety of the Boys!

Having Fun!

Doing our best!

Uniforms

Typically there are two uniforms the boys will have.

Class A: Blue Uniforms Shirt for Tigers, Wolves, Bears and Weblo's

Tan Uniform for Weblo's

** Pack 601 does not require Scout pants.

All Class A uniforms should have the blue belt and

appropriate hat.

Class B: Pack or other Scouting T-Shirt

Parent Involvement

It is imperative that an adult (parent, grandparent, guardian) attend all scouting events with the scout. We have a little saying that BSA does not stand for Baby Sitters of America. Please be involved with the boys and your scout in particular! We are always looking for leaders and help. Please see one of the leaders if you are interested in helping out.

I encourage everyone to take the online "Youth Protection" at:

http://www.scouting.org/pubs/ypt/ypt.jsp

Parent and Boy Conduct
If you or your son have a problem with one of the leaders or other parents, I encourage you to talk with them about the issue. If you feel like you cannot or you do not feel like you got a satisfactory answer, I encourage you to talk to me. Yelling and screaming at one of the other parents or leaders is unacceptable and will not be tolerated!!

Foul or Abusive Language is unacceptable while at a scouting event or around scouts. I ask that you police each other on this. Occassionly a word will slip and I ask you as adults to remind each other of this rule. And please also police the boys.

Smoking in site of scouts is not allowed by the BSA.

We will continually have to remind the boys to keep their hands off of each other. Please help us with that.

Camping

We do camp with the boys. If you wish to go, as a minimum you will need a tent to fit you and your son and sleeping bags. Other things to make life more comfortable would be sleeping pads or air mattresses, camp chairs, and lanterns. We also hike so comfortable shoe/boots are recommended.

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Pack 601: Reminder New Parents Meeting 6:30 @ SUMC

Parents,

Just a reminder to all parents that are new to Pack 601. There is a meeting at 6:30 to explain Cub Scouting and what you can expect for your son. Please try to make it if at all possible. It should last no more than 30 minutes.

The meeting is upstairs at Salem United Methodist Church.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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PACK 601: Fall Campout, Meet at SUMC Friday, September 29th @ 6:00 PM

Parents,

For those going camping, below is the basic packing list for what you will need.  Currently it is predicted to be 48 degrees on Friday night.  So warm clothes would be a good choice.  60s during the day.  Also there is showers predicted on Friday and Sunday so make sure you also have rain gear.

The pack will meet up at Salem United Methodist Church at 6:00.  Please be there promptly.  I will be coming up later because of a commitment down state, but you will be in good hands with Jon Howell.

This promisses to be a great campout.  We have 37 people attending!  I look forward to seeing you all up there Friday night.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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Personal Camping Gear
____  Tent
____   * Medicines  
____   * Flashlight w/ batteries
____  Uniform (CLASS A and B)
____  Poncho or  Rain gear
____  Pack or Dufflebag
____  Sleeping Bag
____  Blanket        
____  Jeans/Long Pants
____  Shorts
____  Extra T-shirts (Class B is preferred)
____  Sweater or Sweatshirt         
____  Extra Underwear
____  Extra Socks
____  Scout Handbook
____  Laundry Bag                        
____  Sturdy Shoes or Hiking Boots
____  Sunscreen                            
____ Insect Repellent (Non-aerosol)

TOILET KIT CONTAINING
____  Soap in a box, or liquid soap                       
____  Comb
____  Toothbrush & Toothpaste      
____  Bath Towel & Washcloth
____  Shower Shoes                        

OPTIONAL ITEMS
____  Watch                              
____  Canteen or Water Bottle
____  Notebook & Pen              
____  Spending Money For the Trading Post at Camp
____  Camera & Film                
____  Pillow
____  Bible, Testament or Prayer Book    
____  Sun Glasses                 

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Pack 601: Fall Camping Trip

Parents,

If you are going to join us on our first campout of the new Scouting year (the Fall campout) starting Friday, September 29th, please turn in the attached permission form and money by Monday, September 25th if your den meets on Monday or Tuesday, September 26th if your den meets on Tuesday. We cannot accept any forms after that. This will be a great campout. Jon Howell has been working out all the details with Camp Alpine and it promises to be lots of fun.

I will be at the church on Monday to collect forms and money. Cost is $20 per person which includes the camping fees and food. If you can email me back to let me know you are planning to come, that would be very helpful.

We will be meeting at the church at 6:00PM on Friday the 29th and returning about 2:00PM Sunday the 1st. The drive is about 2.5 hours to Camp Alpine.

Below is a suggested packing list. Please remember it will be very cool at night and you should bring plenty of warm clothes. For those of you who have not been camping before and have questions about camping, I will be glad to answer them on Monday.

Plus, please mark Monday October 2nd on your calendar. We will hold a meeting at the church building for all parents of new scouts. It will last about 40 minutes. I ask that you make every effort to be there. We will talk about how the Pack runs and what you can expect fromt your son's scouting experience.

I look forward to seeing everyone on Monday,

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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Personal Camping Gear
____ Tent
____ * Medicines
____ * Flashlight w/ batteries
____ Uniform (CLASS A and B)
____ Poncho or Rain gear
____ Pack or Dufflebag
____ Sleeping Bag
____ Blanket
____ Jeans/Long Pants
____ Shorts
____ Extra T-shirts (Class B is preferred)
____ Sweater or Sweatshirt
____ Extra Underwear
____ Extra Socks
____ Scout Handbook
____ Laundry Bag
____ Sturdy Shoes or Hiking Boots
____ Sunscreen
____ Insect Repellent (Non-aerosol)

TOILET KIT CONTAINING
____ Soap in a box, or liquid soap
____ Comb
____ Toothbrush & Toothpaste
____ Bath Towel & Washcloth
____ Shower Shoes

OPTIONAL ITEMS
____ Watch
____ Canteen or Water Bottle
____ Notebook & Pen
____ Spending Money For the Trading Post at Camp
____ Camera & Film
____ Pillow
____ Bible, Testament or Prayer Book
____ Sun Glasses

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Signup Sheet for Fall Camping Trip

PACK 601

FALL CAMPING TRIP

TO

ALPINE SCOUT CAMP
Alpine, New Jersey

Friday September 29, 2006 to Sunday October 1, 2006

Join Pack 601 on our annual fall camping trip. This year we will be leaving Salem United Methodist Church on Friday evening at 6:30 and head up the New Jersey Turnpike to Alpine Scout Camp.

Alpine Scout Camp will have their archery and BB range open on Saturday afternoon and we are scheduled in the climbing center in the morning. Don’t worry if you have never climbed, the climbing instructor at Alpine will have you climbing like a pro in no time. If the weather is nice we will also be able to do a short hike to the Palisades which offers spectacular views of New York and the Hudson River. Finally, Saturday evening we will have a camp fire so all the Dens and adults are encouraged to have a skit or song ready!

Included in the cost will be all meals while at camp; Breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, Lunch on Saturday, Dinner on Saturday, and snacks on Saturday Evening. Also included in the cost are the fees for the instruction and use of the climbing center and the camp site. (The Trading Post at camp will be open during the weekend.)

After breakfast and packing up camp on Sunday morning we will head back home.

THIS IS A TENT CAMPING TRIP, YOU MUST SUPPLY YOUR OWN TENT!

Cost $20.00 per person

Everyone MUST have a current Class 1 medical form for this camping trip!

Please return this lower portion with the appropriate fees and health forms to your Den Leader by Monday September 18, 2006.

SCOUT ATTENDING_______________________________________ Age ______

PARENT/GUARDIAN ATTENDING ______________________________________

Paid By: ____ check(Check #______)/ ____cash Total Amount Paid $_______

Cell Phone of Parent/Guardian attending (______) ______ - ____________

All fees for this camping trip are non refundable as of September 25, 2005.

Pack 601/Fall 2006/Alpine Scout Camp

Re: PACK 601: Pack-o-ree, September 16th, 2:00-8:30 @ SUMC

Parents,

With rain scheduled for most of the morning and afternoon tomorrow.  We are going to move things inside if it is raining tomorrow.  We have can still do most of our activities inside although it we won't be able to do them all.

This is our main recruiting activity for the year, so if it is raining, please dress your boys in their scout uniform with their class B underneath.  That way if the rain breaks, we get have them take their uniforms off and we will go outside.  If not, we look good for our visitors.

I look forward to seeing you tomorrow.  Rain or Shine, we will have fun and the boys will learn some things.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

On 9/5/06, Cubscout Pack <pack601@gmail.com> wrote:

Parents,

It is time for our annual Pack-o-ree.  This is the start of our school year Cub Scout Program.  As usual it will be at Salem United Methodist Church.  Below I have attached a tentative schedule of events.  The Pack Committee is still working out the details, but I wanted to give you and your boys a taste of what is to come!  We are doing something special this year.  As part of our evening camp fire we are going to have a flag retirement ceremony.  If you have never seen an American Flag properly retired, it is a very touching event.  This year we are not camping over night at the church like we have in years past.

Please have your boys come in their Class B uniforms for the days activities (scouting t-shirt) but bring their Class A (blue) uniforms for the evening ceremonies.  We will be giving any awards that were earned during the summer and recognizing those that went to summer camp.

Please have your boys invite any of their friends that are interested in Cub Scouting.  This will be a good time for them to check out what Scouting is all about.

Another date to keep in mind is the weekend of September 29th.  This will be our first campout of the year.  We will be going to Alpine Scout Reservation in Alpine, NJ and Jon Howell has been working on an excellent camping experience.  We will be in tents and be staying two nights.  The campout is open to the whole family moms, dads, brothers and sisters although some activies will be limited by age.  The cost is $20 per person.  More information will be provided soon.

I look forward to seeing you on the 16th for the start of another exciting Scouting Year!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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Re: PACK 601: Pack-o-ree, September 16th, 2:00-8:30 @ SUMC

Parents,

Just a reminder that our Pack-o-ree is this Saturday from 2:00-8:30 at Salem United Methodist Church.  Please re-read the note below to remind yourself of the details.

Because of some travel, we could really use your help to set up.  The leaders are going to arrive between 12:00 and 12:30 to start to set up.  If you can come and help, it would be much appreciated.

I look forward to seeing you on Saturday.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

On 9/5/06, Cubscout Pack < pack601@gmail.com> wrote:

Parents,

It is time for our annual Pack-o-ree.  This is the start of our school year Cub Scout Program.  As usual it will be at Salem United Methodist Church.  Below I have attached a tentative schedule of events.  The Pack Committee is still working out the details, but I wanted to give you and your boys a taste of what is to come!  We are doing something special this year.  As part of our evening camp fire we are going to have a flag retirement ceremony.  If you have never seen an American Flag properly retired, it is a very touching event.  This year we are not camping over night at the church like we have in years past.

Please have your boys come in their Class B uniforms for the days activities (scouting t-shirt) but bring their Class A (blue) uniforms for the evening ceremonies.  We will be giving any awards that were earned during the summer and recognizing those that went to summer camp.

Please have your boys invite any of their friends that are interested in Cub Scouting.  This will be a good time for them to check out what Scouting is all about.

Another date to keep in mind is the weekend of September 29th.  This will be our first campout of the year.  We will be going to Alpine Scout Reservation in Alpine, NJ and Jon Howell has been working on an excellent camping experience.  We will be in tents and be staying two nights.  The campout is open to the whole family moms, dads, brothers and sisters although some activies will be limited by age.  The cost is $20 per person.  More information will be provided soon.

I look forward to seeing you on the 16th for the start of another exciting Scouting Year!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

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PACK 601: Pack-o-ree Announcement

Hey Boys...

 

Are you in the 1^st, 2^nd,3^rd or 4^th Grade?  Are you interested in Cub Scouting?

 

Then come join Pack 601!

at

Our annual Pack-o-ree

on

Saturday, September 16^th

2:00-4:00 PM

 

at

 

Salem United Methodist Church

(on the corner of Salem Church Road and Old Baltimore Pike)

 

Learn what Cub Scouting is all about.  Meet boys your own age and have some fun doing activities like leather crafts, sports and learning scouting skills!

 

We look forward to seeing you there!!!

PACK 601: Pack-o-ree, September 16th, 2:00-8:30PM, Salem United Methodist Church

Parents,

It is time for our annual Pack-o-ree.  This is the start of our school year Cub Scout Program.  As usual it will be at Salem United Methodist Church.  Below I have attached a tentative schedule of events.  The Pack Committee is still working out the details, but I wanted to give you and your boys a taste of what is to come!  We are doing something special this year.  As part of our evening camp fire we are going to have a flag retirement ceremony.  If you have never seen an American Flag properly retired, it is a very touching event.  This year we are not camping over night at the church like we have in years past.

Please have your boys come in their Class B uniforms for the days activities (scouting t-shirt) but bring their Class A (blue) uniforms for the evening ceremonies.  We will be giving any awards that were earned during the summer and recognizing those that went to summer camp.

Please have your boys invite any of their friends that are interested in Cub Scouting.  This will be a good time for them to check out what Scouting is all about.

Another date to keep in mind is the weekend of September 29th.  This will be our first campout of the year.  We will be going to Alpine Scout Reservation in Alpine, NJ and Jon Howell has been working on an excellent camping experience.  We will be in tents and be staying two nights.  The campout is open to the whole family moms, dads, brothers and sisters although some activies will be limited by age.  The cost is $20 per person.  More information will be provided soon.

I look forward to seeing you on the 16th for the start of another exciting Scouting Year!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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PACK 601: Summertime Activity: Aberdeen Museum (Meet at SUMC) 9:00 AM, July 29th

Parents,

Our next summertime activity is at Aberdeen Museum in Aberdeen, MD. We will meet at Salem United Methodist Church (SUMC) at 9:00 and drive down to Aberdeen together. According to the web site there is no cost for the museum. We will have to get specail parking passes at the main gate in order to enter the Aberdeen Proving Grounds. This is a Military installation so we will have to follow directions given to us at all times.

Here is a list of upcoming events for the summer:
July 29 - 9:00AM - Aberdeen Museum, Aberdeen Museum (Meet at SUMC and go down together)
Aug 18 - 7:00 PM - Blue Rocks Game / Sleepover
Aug 28 - 6:30 PM - Watermelon Feast at SUMC
These are also listed on our calendar at: http://www.calendarhub/pub/pack601

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

PACK 601: Summertime Activity: Swimming at Stones Throw, 5:30, July 17th

Parents,

Our next summertime activity is swimming at Stones Throw Pool off of 896 on Monday, July 17th. We will be ordering Pizza for dinner. We do have a Life Guard scheduled.

We will start ordering the Pizza about 5:30. The boys can work on various swimming requirements for their badges, so bring their books.

I look forward to seeing everyone there.

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

PACK 601: Summertime Program: Hiking at Iron Hill Park, Saturday, June 24, 10:00 AM

Parents,

Just a reminder that our next activity is our Hike at Iron Hill Park, 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 24th. Bring water, it promises to be hot and humid. Right now it looks like the rain will hold off until the afternoon, but that could change.

Below are directions from Rick Peckyno. (Thanks Rick!!!) We will meet in the upper most parking lot.

Remember the following events are coming up:

- Day camp, next week for those that are signed up
- Resident camp, July 12-15 at Camp Alpine for those that are signed up
- Swimming on July 17 at Stonesthrow 5:00PM
- Aberdeen Museum, July 29, Meet at SUMC at 9:00

I look forward to seeing you this Saturday!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd
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Directions

From Rt. 896 and Old Baltimore Pike (1^st light south of I-95 if coming from Newark – next light past Glasgow High School if coming from Rt. 40)

- turn west on Old Baltimore Pike (left from South, right from North), go 1.0 mile

- turn right onto Whitaker, travel about 0.5 mile

- turn right into Iron Hill Park Entrance, travel about 1.0 mile (7 speed bumps) all the way in

- there is a pavilion up on the far end of the lot, lots of parking

We can meet at the pavilion, which is the start of one of the trails. Also, although the pavilion is to be reserved, there is a high probability that it will not be used Saturday in the morning, so we probably will have it for after the hike.

PACK 601: Summertime Activity: Hiking at Iron Hill Park, 10:00 AM, Saturday June 24th

Parents,

I hope all you dads out there are having a nice Father's Day. Just a reminder, our next summer time activity is hiking at Iron Hill Park on Saturday, June 24th at 10:00 AM. Here is directions if you have not been there:

Directions: Take I-95 to 896 S. (Middletown) exit (which is the first exit in De if you are headed north on I-95, and the last exit in DE if you are headed south). Take a right off the ramp, and a right at the first light (Old Baltimore Pike). Go about 1.5 miles to Whitaker Road. mae a right. Park entrance is about .75 miles on the right.

Here is the schedule for the rest of the summer:

• Jun 26-30 - All Day - Freedom Trail Day Camp at Banning Park
• July 17 - 5:00PM - Swimming at Stone's Throw Pool
• July 29 - 9:00AM - Aberdeen Museum, Aberdeen Museum (Meet at SUMC and go down together)
• July 12-15 - Summer Resident Camp (Camp Alpine, Alpine, NJ)
• Aug 18 - 7:00 PM - Blue Rocks Game / Sleepover
• Aug 28 - 6:30 PM - Watermelon Feast at SUMC

These are also listed on our calendar at:

http://www.calendarhub.com/pub/pack601

Remember if the boys participate in 1 activity in each month (June, July and August) then they will qualify for the National Summertime Award. Day Camp and Resident Camp count!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd

Pack 601: Summertime Program: Rocket Launch at Caravel Academy - June 12th, 6:30 PM

Parents,

There is a possibility of rain tonight. We will meet in the back parking lot at Caravel Academy at 6:30. If it is raining, we will call it then. Our rain date is tomorrow evening. It is supposed to be cool so you may want to bring a jacket.

I look forward to seeing you this evening.

Boyd

PACK 601: Rocket Shoot (6:30PM@Caravel Acadamy, June 12th) and Summer Schedule

Parents,

I look forward to seeing you at the Rocket Launch next Monday. Let's Hope for good weather!!!

NOTE: You might want to bring a change of shoes and socks for your kids. Last year the field was muddy in places and some of the kids got muddy retrieving their rockets. Also, if you have spare rocket parts and repair tools for it, you might want to bring it to keep your rocket flying.

Here is a list of upcoming events for the summer:

• Jun 12th - 6:30PM - Update on Rocket Launch at Caravel Academy
• Jun 24th - 10AM - Hike at Iron Hill
• Jun 26-30 - All Day - Freedom Trail Day Camp at Banning Park
• July 17 - 5:00PM - Swimming at Stone's Throw Pool
• July 29 - 9:00AM - Aberdeen Museum, Aberdeen Museum (Meet at SUMC and go down together)
• July 12-15 - Summer Resident Camp (Camp Alpine, Alpine, NJ)
• Aug 18 - 7:00 PM - Blue Rocks Game / Sleepover
• Aug 28 - 6:30 PM - Watermelon Feast at SUMC

These are also listed on our calendar at:

http://www.calendarhub.com/pub/pack601

Remember if the boys participate in 1 activity in each month (June, July and August) then they will qualify for the National Summertime Award. Day Camp and Resident Camp count!

Yours in Scouting,

Boyd