June 20th was the Cubmobile Race. Several boys were there. The sun was hot, but we sped along and got the race in before it heated up too much. Here are some of the boys racing and winning some prizes. Congratulations to Julian Russell who had the fastest time!
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Friday, June 5, 2009
The Space Derby and Summer Events...
In May, we finished our regular Cub Scout year with our first annual space derby. Everybody had a great time. Here are pictures from the event:
The next events will include the Cubmobile Race, our Supertrip, and our Pool Party and Raingutter Regatta.
Mark June 20th on your calendars for the Cubmobile Races! The races will begin at 10 am sharp. Please try to be there a few minutes early. The race course starts at the intersection of 9th Street and Girard Street, and ends at the intersection of 9th Street and Catherine Street.
The cubmobile race is a gravity race---that is, the scout sits in the vehicle, and gravity pulls him down the hill. Even though it is going to be hot, we recommend that the scouts wear pants, just in case of an accident. I’d rather see somebody dirty up their pants than scrape their shins. Also, boys should bring their own bicycle helmets. Again, in the unlikely event of an accident, I’d rather see a helmet covering a boy’s head than not.
The race will feature two heats, and two heats only, for each participant. The fastest racer from each den will be awarded a certificate for their performance. If we have time, and it is not too hot, we will race the fastest racer from each den one final time to determine a grand champion. From time to time, we might need an adult volunteer to help move things along.
Drinks will be provided. Friends and family are welcome to take part in our festivities. Please be courteous of the homeowners on each side of our race course. Although the street will be cordoned off for us, homeowners’ yards are still private property. We must treat the homeowners with respect, and try to stay off of their lawns.
Mark Saturday, July 25th on your calendars for our Summer Supertrip. We will be
visiting the Parthenon in Nashville, the only stone by stone reproduction of this historic building in the world. Inside, besides a variety of exhibits, is the largest indoor statue in the world, a re-creation of the statue of Athena. Our group will take a guided tour of the facility.
After we visit the Parthenon, we will break for lunch, and then spend the rest of the day at the Adventure Science Center. While at the Center, we will see a terrific laser light show in the planetarium, and let the kids enjoy a variety of hands-on
science exhibits. Then, we will break for supper and drive back home. This year, like last year, we will require that all scouts are accompanied by one parent or guardian, and that each family that goes must be responsible for driving to and from our destination.
Pack 101 will pay entrance fees for any of the events we plan, for one scout and one adult per family. We encourage you to bring the whole family; however, you would be responsible for any of the tickets or fees for the rest of your family. Pack 101 will supply lunch and dinner for the scouts. We will send an RSVP with a specific itinerary and lunch and dinner choices later this month. We should be able to carpool to save costs and burn less gas; as we get closer to the date, I will ask everyone to take advantage of those who will be driving vans or who would have space available in their vehicles. It is also possible that Pack 101 might be able to help reimburse drivers for the cost of gas. We’ll see as we get closer to the event.
Next, the August Pool Party and Raingutter Regatta!
The date for the pool party in August is not yet set, but I will alert everybody when it is set. This year, the pool party will start at approximately 6 pm. We will have the pool until 9 pm. Everyone in the family is invited, and we encourage you to invite your son’s friends, too. We will grill out hamburgers and hot dogs, and supply everything for dinner. You just need to show up with your swim suit and beach towel! The Raingutter Regatta will be held in conjunction with the August Pool Party. You should contact your leader or contact me if you do not have your Raingutter boat kit. If you haven’t yet participated in the Raingutter Regatta, it truly is a “blast!” This summer is shaping up to be one of the best ever: Cubmobile races, a trip to Nashville, a pool party and the raingutter regatta...see you soon!
The next events will include the Cubmobile Race, our Supertrip, and our Pool Party and Raingutter Regatta.
Mark June 20th on your calendars for the Cubmobile Races! The races will begin at 10 am sharp. Please try to be there a few minutes early. The race course starts at the intersection of 9th Street and Girard Street, and ends at the intersection of 9th Street and Catherine Street.
The cubmobile race is a gravity race---that is, the scout sits in the vehicle, and gravity pulls him down the hill. Even though it is going to be hot, we recommend that the scouts wear pants, just in case of an accident. I’d rather see somebody dirty up their pants than scrape their shins. Also, boys should bring their own bicycle helmets. Again, in the unlikely event of an accident, I’d rather see a helmet covering a boy’s head than not.
The race will feature two heats, and two heats only, for each participant. The fastest racer from each den will be awarded a certificate for their performance. If we have time, and it is not too hot, we will race the fastest racer from each den one final time to determine a grand champion. From time to time, we might need an adult volunteer to help move things along.
Drinks will be provided. Friends and family are welcome to take part in our festivities. Please be courteous of the homeowners on each side of our race course. Although the street will be cordoned off for us, homeowners’ yards are still private property. We must treat the homeowners with respect, and try to stay off of their lawns.
Mark Saturday, July 25th on your calendars for our Summer Supertrip. We will be
visiting the Parthenon in Nashville, the only stone by stone reproduction of this historic building in the world. Inside, besides a variety of exhibits, is the largest indoor statue in the world, a re-creation of the statue of Athena. Our group will take a guided tour of the facility.
After we visit the Parthenon, we will break for lunch, and then spend the rest of the day at the Adventure Science Center. While at the Center, we will see a terrific laser light show in the planetarium, and let the kids enjoy a variety of hands-on
science exhibits. Then, we will break for supper and drive back home. This year, like last year, we will require that all scouts are accompanied by one parent or guardian, and that each family that goes must be responsible for driving to and from our destination.
Pack 101 will pay entrance fees for any of the events we plan, for one scout and one adult per family. We encourage you to bring the whole family; however, you would be responsible for any of the tickets or fees for the rest of your family. Pack 101 will supply lunch and dinner for the scouts. We will send an RSVP with a specific itinerary and lunch and dinner choices later this month. We should be able to carpool to save costs and burn less gas; as we get closer to the date, I will ask everyone to take advantage of those who will be driving vans or who would have space available in their vehicles. It is also possible that Pack 101 might be able to help reimburse drivers for the cost of gas. We’ll see as we get closer to the event.
Next, the August Pool Party and Raingutter Regatta!
The date for the pool party in August is not yet set, but I will alert everybody when it is set. This year, the pool party will start at approximately 6 pm. We will have the pool until 9 pm. Everyone in the family is invited, and we encourage you to invite your son’s friends, too. We will grill out hamburgers and hot dogs, and supply everything for dinner. You just need to show up with your swim suit and beach towel! The Raingutter Regatta will be held in conjunction with the August Pool Party. You should contact your leader or contact me if you do not have your Raingutter boat kit. If you haven’t yet participated in the Raingutter Regatta, it truly is a “blast!” This summer is shaping up to be one of the best ever: Cubmobile races, a trip to Nashville, a pool party and the raingutter regatta...see you soon!
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Photos From the Kite Flying Contest
As promised, the photos from the kite flying in April. I will be putting out the newsletter this week which will go over our next events. In May, we will have our First Annual Space Derby! So, wait for the newsletter, because it will contain some great advice on how to build your rubberband powered rocket!
Here are the pictures:
Here are the pictures:
Monday, April 27, 2009
With Sadness....
It is with sadness that I must write that Joe Ogle,synonymous with scouting in Metropolis, the person who was responsible for the creation of this Pack, died on Saturday. His visitation will be held at the Acken Funeral Home in Metropolis, on Tuesday. The visitation starts at 5. Cub Scout Pack 101 will have a nice memorial bouquet at the funeral home. On the accompanying note, I asked that it be from all former and current scouts of Pack 101.
If you can make his visitation, your scout is encouraged to wear his uniform. Scouting was a huge part of Joe's life, and I know his family would be touched to see how many people Joe impacted through scouting.
The funeral will be held at the Methodist Church at 11 am on Wednesday.
Roger
If you can make his visitation, your scout is encouraged to wear his uniform. Scouting was a huge part of Joe's life, and I know his family would be touched to see how many people Joe impacted through scouting.
The funeral will be held at the Methodist Church at 11 am on Wednesday.
Roger
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Kite Flying Contest This SATURDAY!!!
Here are the pictures from the March Pack Meeting. We had so many boys earn their badges. It was a terrific meeting.
Yesterday, we had our kite building workshop in the basement of the Methodist Church. It was well-attended, but I had to leave before I saw any kites finished. I want to thank the leaders and parents who were there.
This Saturday, April 18th, we will have our kite flying contest! We will meet at the pavilion by Trout Pond at Massac Park at 10 am. If the weather cooperates, it should be a great day. I might suggest the boys wear some boots or shoes you won't mind them getting dirty, because I don't yet know how wet the field will be. After the contest, we will award prizes, and have a cold cut lunch with chips, soda and cookies for everyone there. I hope everyone can make it!
Roger
Yesterday, we had our kite building workshop in the basement of the Methodist Church. It was well-attended, but I had to leave before I saw any kites finished. I want to thank the leaders and parents who were there.
This Saturday, April 18th, we will have our kite flying contest! We will meet at the pavilion by Trout Pond at Massac Park at 10 am. If the weather cooperates, it should be a great day. I might suggest the boys wear some boots or shoes you won't mind them getting dirty, because I don't yet know how wet the field will be. After the contest, we will award prizes, and have a cold cut lunch with chips, soda and cookies for everyone there. I hope everyone can make it!
Roger
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