Desoto Caverns Camping
Childersburg, AL, Saturday, March 1. Arrive at 10:00 am (42.8 mi – about 53 minutes)
Cost $33 ($30 for the Happy day - unlimited attractions and cave tour and $3 for camping - primitive – bring own tent and sleeping bag). Note there are close hotels.
Attractions: Lost trail maze, Potty Racers, Panning for Gemstones, Pedal go-carts, Wacky Water Golf, and more.
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Pack 393 Catfish Rodeo
When: Saturday, March 8, 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (come by anytime during this period and stay as your schedule permits)
What: Fishing atGrant Street Catfish Pond, Bessemer, Exit #1 off I-459
Bring: Fishing rod with at least 15-pound test line (normal is 10) and a 5-gallon bucket (they have some buckets) or a stringer.
Cost: Filet $2.25 per pound (please donate for the Blue and Gold Banquet)
Wear: Pack t-shirt
Look for: Tagged fish – prizes at the Blue and Gold Banquet
All scouts of Pack 393 (including family members) are invited to participate in a fun day of fishing, followed by an evening fish fry and Blue & Gold Banquet at St Mark United Methodist Church.
Fishing will be at the Grant Street Catfish Farm and Pond. Their number is 205-481-9999. Directions: I-459 South towards Tuscaloosa and take exit #1. Go right at the exit for approximately 1.25 miles and take a left at Grant Street. The entrance will be on your left. Our group will have their own (non-public) fenced pond for the day.
How the Event Will Work: Each boy (and family member) is asked to participate by fishing at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer. Per Grant Street rules, you are to keep and pay for all fish caught. The Grant Street Catfish staff will fillet your fish and charge you $2.25/lb on the whole fish weight. Please donate your catfish fillets this will defer the cost of purchasing fish.
Prizes: In addition to the largest fish, several catfish will be tagged with a special identifier. Whoever catches one of these fish will be awarded a prize!
What to Bring: Fishing pole(s) rigged with at least 15 lb. test line, cork/bobber, split shot sinker, and a medium hook.
You may also want to bring: Chairs, fishing pliers, extra tackle, landing net, cooler w/ice, drinks, snacks, sunscreen and a 5-gallon bucket or container to put the fish in.
What If It Rains: The event is on rain or shine. If we cannot fish due to lightening or severe rain, we will notify everyone.
Blue & Gold Banquet
When: Saturday, March 8, 6:00 pm (early)
Where: Not at Discovery at St Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road
Food: Fried Catfish
Cost: Nothing (Let Den Leader know number attending)
Wear: Full Uniform
See: Arrow of Light Ceremony
Note that is is a - CHANGE IN MEETING LOCATION:
The dinner and banquest will be at St Mark United Methodist Church (located on Columbiana Road just north of Hwy 31 in Hoover - 2901 Columbiana Road - 822-5980).
Dinner Menu: Fried Catfish, side dishes, dessert, and drinks.
Dinner Cost: $0 the Pack is covering the cost (but looking for donated fish).
When: Saturday, March 8, 7:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (come by anytime during this period and stay as your schedule permits)
What: Fishing atGrant Street Catfish Pond, Bessemer, Exit #1 off I-459
Bring: Fishing rod with at least 15-pound test line (normal is 10) and a 5-gallon bucket (they have some buckets) or a stringer.
Cost: Filet $2.25 per pound (please donate for the Blue and Gold Banquet)
Wear: Pack t-shirt
Look for: Tagged fish – prizes at the Blue and Gold Banquet
All scouts of Pack 393 (including family members) are invited to participate in a fun day of fishing, followed by an evening fish fry and Blue & Gold Banquet at St Mark United Methodist Church.
Fishing will be at the Grant Street Catfish Farm and Pond. Their number is 205-481-9999. Directions: I-459 South towards Tuscaloosa and take exit #1. Go right at the exit for approximately 1.25 miles and take a left at Grant Street. The entrance will be on your left. Our group will have their own (non-public) fenced pond for the day.
How the Event Will Work: Each boy (and family member) is asked to participate by fishing at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer. Per Grant Street rules, you are to keep and pay for all fish caught. The Grant Street Catfish staff will fillet your fish and charge you $2.25/lb on the whole fish weight. Please donate your catfish fillets this will defer the cost of purchasing fish.
Prizes: In addition to the largest fish, several catfish will be tagged with a special identifier. Whoever catches one of these fish will be awarded a prize!
What to Bring: Fishing pole(s) rigged with at least 15 lb. test line, cork/bobber, split shot sinker, and a medium hook.
You may also want to bring: Chairs, fishing pliers, extra tackle, landing net, cooler w/ice, drinks, snacks, sunscreen and a 5-gallon bucket or container to put the fish in.
What If It Rains: The event is on rain or shine. If we cannot fish due to lightening or severe rain, we will notify everyone.
Blue & Gold Banquet
When: Saturday, March 8, 6:00 pm (early)
Where: Not at Discovery at St Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road
Food: Fried Catfish
Cost: Nothing (Let Den Leader know number attending)
Wear: Full Uniform
See: Arrow of Light Ceremony
Note that is is a - CHANGE IN MEETING LOCATION:
The dinner and banquest will be at St Mark United Methodist Church (located on Columbiana Road just north of Hwy 31 in Hoover - 2901 Columbiana Road - 822-5980).
Dinner Menu: Fried Catfish, side dishes, dessert, and drinks.
Dinner Cost: $0 the Pack is covering the cost (but looking for donated fish).
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
The Greater Alabama Council Pinewood Derby will be May 10, 2008 at Barber Motorsports Park & Museum in Leeds. Registration begins at 10:30 and racing begins at 11:15. The Derby is for First Place District winners only at no charge. Trophies will be awarded in Tiger, Cub (Wolf and Bear), Webelos, and “Show Only” categories. Soft drinks and concessions will be on sale. Rules and specifications for the GAC Pinewood Derby are the same as those found in the Official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby kit.
These rules and specifications are:
CAR SPECIFICATIONS: Width- 2 and 3/4 inches; Length- 7 inches; Weight- not over 5 ounces; Width between wheels- 13/4 inches; Bottom clearance between the car and track- 3/8 inch.
RULES: Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited. The car shall not ride on springs. Only Official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby wheels and axles are permitted. Only Dry lubricant is permitted. Details, such as steering wheel and driver are permissible as long as these details do not exceed the maximum length, width and weight specifications. The car must be free wheeling, with no starting devices. Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it may compete. If, at registration, a car does not pass inspection, the owner will be informed of the reason for failure, and will be given time within the official weigh-in time period to make the adjustment. After final approval, cars will not be reinspected unless the car is damaged in handling or in a race.
Along with these rules and specifications we ask that all Cubs and adults participate with a Scouting Spirit, a sense of fair play, and sportsmanship.
Best of luck to all racers in their District and the Council Derbies.
The Barber Motorsports Museum has floors of vintage motorcycles. I'm not a motorcycle buff, but it was an impressive collection.
2008 Barons Scout Night
What: Baseball game to enjoy for the whole family and camp out on the field at Regions ParkWhere: Regions Park (AKA-Hoover Met)When: Saturday, May 3rd (Gates open at 5:30 PM/Game starts at 7:05 PM)Cost: $10 per ticket for Homerun package /$6 for general admissionOther: All Scouts will receive a patchRSVP: Brad Hudson 988-3200 ext. 20/TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY THURSDAY, MAY 1st
These rules and specifications are:
CAR SPECIFICATIONS: Width- 2 and 3/4 inches; Length- 7 inches; Weight- not over 5 ounces; Width between wheels- 13/4 inches; Bottom clearance between the car and track- 3/8 inch.
RULES: Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited. The car shall not ride on springs. Only Official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby wheels and axles are permitted. Only Dry lubricant is permitted. Details, such as steering wheel and driver are permissible as long as these details do not exceed the maximum length, width and weight specifications. The car must be free wheeling, with no starting devices. Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it may compete. If, at registration, a car does not pass inspection, the owner will be informed of the reason for failure, and will be given time within the official weigh-in time period to make the adjustment. After final approval, cars will not be reinspected unless the car is damaged in handling or in a race.
Along with these rules and specifications we ask that all Cubs and adults participate with a Scouting Spirit, a sense of fair play, and sportsmanship.
Best of luck to all racers in their District and the Council Derbies.
The Barber Motorsports Museum has floors of vintage motorcycles. I'm not a motorcycle buff, but it was an impressive collection.
2008 Barons Scout Night
What: Baseball game to enjoy for the whole family and camp out on the field at Regions ParkWhere: Regions Park (AKA-Hoover Met)When: Saturday, May 3rd (Gates open at 5:30 PM/Game starts at 7:05 PM)Cost: $10 per ticket for Homerun package /$6 for general admissionOther: All Scouts will receive a patchRSVP: Brad Hudson 988-3200 ext. 20/TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED BY THURSDAY, MAY 1st
Thursday, January 10, 2008
Friday, January 18: DUMC - 5:30 - 8:30 PM
+ Set up track and check track and computer operation
+ Take down track and store
Friday, January 25: DUMC - 4:30 - 8:00 PM
+ PWD Car inspection and weigh-in - (4:30 - 6:30 PM)
+ Set up track and check track and computer for operation - (4:30 - 8:00 PM)
Saturday, January 26: DUMC - 7:30 - 4:00 PM
+ Races begin - 8:30 AM - Race start times are approximate. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before posted race times.
2008 Pinewood Derby Race Schedule
8:30 Tiger 1 - Haygood/Dinkel/Curtis
8:50 Tiger 2 - Gonzalez/Williams
9:10 Tiger RANK FINAL
9:30 Wolf - Bodden
9:50 Wolf - Smith/Thopay
10:10 Wolf RANK FINAL
10:30 Tiger/Wolf Akela/Sibling Combined Race
10:50 Bear - Fehler/Ng - Bear RANK FINAL
11:10 Webelos I - Carlisle/Casey
11:30 Webelos I - Rosato
11:50 Webelos I RANK FINAL
12:10 LUNCH Break
12:40 Webelos II - Eggers/Kent - Webelos II RANK FINAL
1:00 Bear/Webelos I/Webelos II/Akela/Sibling Combined Race
1:20 Akela/Sibling FINALS
1:50 Pack FINALS
2:30 AWARDS
3:00 Volunteer Clean-up
+ Set up track and check track and computer operation
+ Take down track and store
Friday, January 25: DUMC - 4:30 - 8:00 PM
+ PWD Car inspection and weigh-in - (4:30 - 6:30 PM)
+ Set up track and check track and computer for operation - (4:30 - 8:00 PM)
Saturday, January 26: DUMC - 7:30 - 4:00 PM
+ Races begin - 8:30 AM - Race start times are approximate. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before posted race times.
2008 Pinewood Derby Race Schedule
8:30 Tiger 1 - Haygood/Dinkel/Curtis
8:50 Tiger 2 - Gonzalez/Williams
9:10 Tiger RANK FINAL
9:30 Wolf - Bodden
9:50 Wolf - Smith/Thopay
10:10 Wolf RANK FINAL
10:30 Tiger/Wolf Akela/Sibling Combined Race
10:50 Bear - Fehler/Ng - Bear RANK FINAL
11:10 Webelos I - Carlisle/Casey
11:30 Webelos I - Rosato
11:50 Webelos I RANK FINAL
12:10 LUNCH Break
12:40 Webelos II - Eggers/Kent - Webelos II RANK FINAL
1:00 Bear/Webelos I/Webelos II/Akela/Sibling Combined Race
1:20 Akela/Sibling FINALS
1:50 Pack FINALS
2:30 AWARDS
3:00 Volunteer Clean-up
Saturday, January 05, 2008
Saturday, July 14, 2007
Thursday, June 07, 2007
Because of July 4th gatherings you can attend Charlotte's web (see post below) or this movie. Note that the locations are different. Attending either will count as the 1st summertime activity.
What: The Movie “Happy Feet”
When: Saturday, June 30 at dusk (around 8:15 PM)
Where: Pelham’s Heardmont Park (5452 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham, AL) (google maps - http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=heardmont+park+pelham+al&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=11&ll=33.429149,-86.809845&spn=0.260738,0.63858&om=1&iwloc=A )
What to bring: Chair, picnic, popcorn/snack, and flashlight!
The park’s number is (205) 991-2015. The movie is sponsored by SouthernLINC as part of their “Movie Under the Stars!” series.
What: The Movie “Happy Feet”
When: Saturday, June 30 at dusk (around 8:15 PM)
Where: Pelham’s Heardmont Park (5452 Cahaba Valley Rd, Pelham, AL) (google maps - http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=heardmont+park+pelham+al&layer=&ie=UTF8&z=11&ll=33.429149,-86.809845&spn=0.260738,0.63858&om=1&iwloc=A )
What to bring: Chair, picnic, popcorn/snack, and flashlight!
The park’s number is (205) 991-2015. The movie is sponsored by SouthernLINC as part of their “Movie Under the Stars!” series.
Thursday, May 31, 2007
We will have 3 activities this summer. The first will be a Hoover movie (June 29 – see below). The second will be scout day camp (July 23-27 please coordinate applications with your Den Leader) or overnight camp (your Den Leader will select a date July 8-10 or July 11-13). The third will be ice skating at the Pelham Civic Complex (date in August to be determined as it gets closer). If your boy completes all three activities he will get a gold summertime activity pin that he can wear on his uniform. Also if you have a young boy who will be a Tiger scout next year and he attends all three he can also get the summertime activity pen.
What: Charlotte's Web movie (rated G) under the stars
When: Friday, June 29 at dusk (around 8:15 PM)
Where: Hoover’s Veteran's Park near Spain Park High School (4700 Valleydale RdHoover, AL)
What to bring: Chair, picnic, popcorn/snack, and flashlight!
Note: Movies will be cancelled due to threatening weather or rain. Contact the Hoover Recreation Center Special Events line after 5PM at 444-7777 for rainout information.
What: Charlotte's Web movie (rated G) under the stars
When: Friday, June 29 at dusk (around 8:15 PM)
Where: Hoover’s Veteran's Park near Spain Park High School (4700 Valleydale RdHoover, AL)
What to bring: Chair, picnic, popcorn/snack, and flashlight!
Note: Movies will be cancelled due to threatening weather or rain. Contact the Hoover Recreation Center Special Events line after 5PM at 444-7777 for rainout information.
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
The dates for the activities for the Summer Activity pin have not been finalized. There will be a movie outside at Hoover park in June (the schedule of movies has not been posted to select a movie), ice skating at the Pelham Civic Complex (probably in early July) and Day camp (July 23-27) or overnight camp (July 8-10 and July 11-13) as the third summertime activity.
Tuesday, April 17, 2007
Monday, April 09, 2007
This is the basic information for overnight camp - July 8-10 and July 11-13. Cub Resident Camp is a three-day and two-night adventure at Camp Sequoyah. Cost of Cub Resident Camp is $85.00 per camper. One leader is required for every four campers and one leader may attend free with every four campers.
See the link (http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/ShowPage.asp?33303332387L3637373030) for additional details and registration forms.
See the link (http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/ShowPage.asp?33303332387L3637373030) for additional details and registration forms.
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
BIRMINGHAM BARONS SCOUT CAMP OUT - Start planning now for the largest one night campout of Cub and Boy Scout in the state of Alabama. The Birmingham Barons Scout Camp Out schedule for May 4 at the Hoover Met. Download the form and order your tickets to insure your spot for a great baseball game and your chance to camp on the outfield of the Hoover Met. Registration Form (http://www.doubleknot.com/openrosters/ShowPage.asp?32383639327L313335373531)
Sunday, March 04, 2007
Catfish Rodeo and the Blue and Gold Banquet, Saturday, March 10th!
The sleep over on the USS Alabama was a great time. Now we can focus on our March meeting and the Blue and Gold Banquet. As in the past, we are making a full day of activities with the catfish rodeo in the morning and the Blue and Gold banquet and Arrow of Light ceremony for our Webelos II scouts that evening.
This year we have a change in location of the banquet, so please make sure you note the change to St Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road.
Here are the details about Saturday at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer off Exit #1 on I-459. Note that the cost per fish is $2.25 per pound (last year's big fish was nearly 8 pounds). Bring a fishing rod with at least 10-pound line and a 5-gallon bucket to hold all your fish as you catch them. You can donate the fillets to the Pack when you get them cleaned or take them home. They sell chicken livers, shrimp, and other bait (a little chicken liver goes a long way!)Here are the details below. We will see you there between 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. anytime your schedule allows and then come to St. Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road by 6:00 p.m. in full uniform (families and everyone else is welcome). The cost of the meal is $3/person and we have a great meeting planned.
Pack 393 2007 Catfish Rodeo and Blue & Gold Banquet
What: All scouts of Pack 393 (including family members) are invited to participate in a fun day of fishing, followed by an evening fish fry and Blue & Gold Banquet @ St Mark U.M.C. (Please wear your Pack 393 blue t-shirt to the fishing event and Class A uniform to the dinner/banquet.)
When: Saturday, March 10, 2007. Fishing – From 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Feel free to come by anytime during this period and stay as your schedule permits. Dinner, awards, and Arrow of Light ceremony scheduled for 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Where: Fishing will take place at the Grant Street Catfish Farm and Pond. Their number is 205-481-9999. Directions: Go 459S towards Tuscaloosa and take exit #1. Go right at the exit for approximately 1.25 miles and take a left at Grant Street. The entrance will be on your left (#640). Our group will have their own (non-public) fenced pond for the day.
CHANGE IN MEETING LOCATION: Due to a scheduling conflict the dinner will take place at St Mark United Methodist Church (located on Columbiana Road just north of Hwy 31 in Hoover -2901 Columbiana Road – 822-5980).
Dinner Menu: Fried Catfish, side dishes, dessert, and drinks. (All beef hotdogs for those not eating fish).
Dinner Cost: The cost of the dinner above is $3.00 per person. Children under 6 eat for free. Please pay your den leader and let her/him know how many hotdogs and catfish dinners you will need.
How the Event Will Work: Each boy (and family member) is asked to participate by fishing at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer. Per Grant Street rules, you are to keep and pay for all fish caught. The Grant Street Catfish staff will fillet your fish and charge you $2.25/lb on the whole fish weight.
Note: You are welcome to donate some (or all) of your catfish fillets if you do not have a use for them. This will help defer some of the Pack 393 meal expenses. Please let Jim Kent, Wyndell Dykes, or another volunteer know if you will be donating fillets. Thanks.
Prizes: In addition to the largest fish, several catfish will be tagged with a special identifier. Whoever catches one of these fish will be awarded a prize!
What Does It Cost: Grant Street Fish Farms will charge $2.00 per container of worms or $2.50 for chicken livers. However, you are welcome to bring your own bait. As mentioned earlier, you are to keep all fish caught and pay $2.25/lb. for fillets. So, depending upon the number and size of the fish you catch, it will determine your cost. The Grant Street folks accept cash, VISA, MasterCard, checks, etc.
What to Bring: Fishing pole(s) rigged with at least 10 – 30 lb. test line, cork, split shot sinker, and a medium hook. You may also want to bring the following – Chairs, fishing pliers, extra tackle, landing net, cooler w/ice, drinks, snacks, sunscreen (hopefully it will be sunny!), and a 5-gallon bucket or container to put the fish in after landed.
What If It Rains: The event is on rain or shine. If we cannot fish due to lightening or severe rain, we will notify everyone.
The sleep over on the USS Alabama was a great time. Now we can focus on our March meeting and the Blue and Gold Banquet. As in the past, we are making a full day of activities with the catfish rodeo in the morning and the Blue and Gold banquet and Arrow of Light ceremony for our Webelos II scouts that evening.
This year we have a change in location of the banquet, so please make sure you note the change to St Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road.
Here are the details about Saturday at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer off Exit #1 on I-459. Note that the cost per fish is $2.25 per pound (last year's big fish was nearly 8 pounds). Bring a fishing rod with at least 10-pound line and a 5-gallon bucket to hold all your fish as you catch them. You can donate the fillets to the Pack when you get them cleaned or take them home. They sell chicken livers, shrimp, and other bait (a little chicken liver goes a long way!)Here are the details below. We will see you there between 7:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. anytime your schedule allows and then come to St. Mark United Methodist Church on Columbiana Road by 6:00 p.m. in full uniform (families and everyone else is welcome). The cost of the meal is $3/person and we have a great meeting planned.
Pack 393 2007 Catfish Rodeo and Blue & Gold Banquet
What: All scouts of Pack 393 (including family members) are invited to participate in a fun day of fishing, followed by an evening fish fry and Blue & Gold Banquet @ St Mark U.M.C. (Please wear your Pack 393 blue t-shirt to the fishing event and Class A uniform to the dinner/banquet.)
When: Saturday, March 10, 2007. Fishing – From 7:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Feel free to come by anytime during this period and stay as your schedule permits. Dinner, awards, and Arrow of Light ceremony scheduled for 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Where: Fishing will take place at the Grant Street Catfish Farm and Pond. Their number is 205-481-9999. Directions: Go 459S towards Tuscaloosa and take exit #1. Go right at the exit for approximately 1.25 miles and take a left at Grant Street. The entrance will be on your left (#640). Our group will have their own (non-public) fenced pond for the day.
CHANGE IN MEETING LOCATION: Due to a scheduling conflict the dinner will take place at St Mark United Methodist Church (located on Columbiana Road just north of Hwy 31 in Hoover -2901 Columbiana Road – 822-5980).
Dinner Menu: Fried Catfish, side dishes, dessert, and drinks. (All beef hotdogs for those not eating fish).
Dinner Cost: The cost of the dinner above is $3.00 per person. Children under 6 eat for free. Please pay your den leader and let her/him know how many hotdogs and catfish dinners you will need.
How the Event Will Work: Each boy (and family member) is asked to participate by fishing at the Grant Street Catfish Pond in Bessemer. Per Grant Street rules, you are to keep and pay for all fish caught. The Grant Street Catfish staff will fillet your fish and charge you $2.25/lb on the whole fish weight.
Note: You are welcome to donate some (or all) of your catfish fillets if you do not have a use for them. This will help defer some of the Pack 393 meal expenses. Please let Jim Kent, Wyndell Dykes, or another volunteer know if you will be donating fillets. Thanks.
Prizes: In addition to the largest fish, several catfish will be tagged with a special identifier. Whoever catches one of these fish will be awarded a prize!
What Does It Cost: Grant Street Fish Farms will charge $2.00 per container of worms or $2.50 for chicken livers. However, you are welcome to bring your own bait. As mentioned earlier, you are to keep all fish caught and pay $2.25/lb. for fillets. So, depending upon the number and size of the fish you catch, it will determine your cost. The Grant Street folks accept cash, VISA, MasterCard, checks, etc.
What to Bring: Fishing pole(s) rigged with at least 10 – 30 lb. test line, cork, split shot sinker, and a medium hook. You may also want to bring the following – Chairs, fishing pliers, extra tackle, landing net, cooler w/ice, drinks, snacks, sunscreen (hopefully it will be sunny!), and a 5-gallon bucket or container to put the fish in after landed.
What If It Rains: The event is on rain or shine. If we cannot fish due to lightening or severe rain, we will notify everyone.
Sunday, February 25, 2007
USS Alabama Trip
The USS Alabama trip is scheduled for this Saturday, March 3rd. Since they want us to arrive and check in together, we need to meet at DUMC at 11:30 am and leave by noon on Saturday.
We will try to meet at the USS Alabama at 4:00 pm to check in and stow our gear. We also have a "hold harmless agreement" that all of us must sign for each parent and child spending the night. Any females parents or siblings that participate must leave the ship by 8:00 pm NO EXCEPTIONS.
Your leaders will let you know about meal arrangements for either a meal on the ship or preparing one yourselves. Dinner is $4.95 and breakfast is $6.05 per person, but we have to order soon.
You should bring a bedroll or sleeping bag, ground pad (for overflow members), pillows, toiletries, change of clothes, towel, pajamas, duffle bag, flashlight and a camera. You should also plan to take any required medications as necessary.
Check out time is 8:30 am, so plan on getting up and at 'em early Sunday morning.
Our USS Alabama Overnight Adventure should be a lot of fun, so bring your flashlight and your good attitudes.
See you Saturday.
The USS Alabama trip is scheduled for this Saturday, March 3rd. Since they want us to arrive and check in together, we need to meet at DUMC at 11:30 am and leave by noon on Saturday.
We will try to meet at the USS Alabama at 4:00 pm to check in and stow our gear. We also have a "hold harmless agreement" that all of us must sign for each parent and child spending the night. Any females parents or siblings that participate must leave the ship by 8:00 pm NO EXCEPTIONS.
Your leaders will let you know about meal arrangements for either a meal on the ship or preparing one yourselves. Dinner is $4.95 and breakfast is $6.05 per person, but we have to order soon.
You should bring a bedroll or sleeping bag, ground pad (for overflow members), pillows, toiletries, change of clothes, towel, pajamas, duffle bag, flashlight and a camera. You should also plan to take any required medications as necessary.
Check out time is 8:30 am, so plan on getting up and at 'em early Sunday morning.
Our USS Alabama Overnight Adventure should be a lot of fun, so bring your flashlight and your good attitudes.
See you Saturday.
Monday, February 12, 2007
It was a great race day. I hope everyone had a wonderful time. There were some fast cars, some cool cars, and some unusual cars.
Here is the list of winners:
Akela:
Francisco Galvin
David Bodden
Hannah Farnlacher
Scott Tiger:
Jacob Bodden
Grant Pekarek
Evan Caufield
Smith Tiger:
Nicholas Smith
Connor Nelson
Brandon Carlson
Fehler Wolf:
Nathan Ng
Logan Rogers
Daniel Mazur
McCollum Wolf:
John Carter Simmons
Matthew McCollum
Timothy Hizny
Moses Bear:
Will Johnson
Davis Bryars
Nathaniel Farnlacher
Rosato Bear:
Chase Atkinson
Frankie Rosato
Avery Acton
Kent Webelos I:
Dillon Kent
Brandon Pekarek
Dean Lepianka
Eggers Webelos I:
Jason Walker
Isaac Eggers
Chase Heard
Beatty Webelos II:
James Peeler
Cody Holt
Preston Beatty
Bodden Webelos II:
Nicholas Bodden
Christopher Spivey
Nathan Saab
Pace Webelos II:
Chris Johnson
Reed Pace
Nick Netterville
Congratulations to all participants!
Here is the list of winners:
Akela:
Francisco Galvin
David Bodden
Hannah Farnlacher
Scott Tiger:
Jacob Bodden
Grant Pekarek
Evan Caufield
Smith Tiger:
Nicholas Smith
Connor Nelson
Brandon Carlson
Fehler Wolf:
Nathan Ng
Logan Rogers
Daniel Mazur
McCollum Wolf:
John Carter Simmons
Matthew McCollum
Timothy Hizny
Moses Bear:
Will Johnson
Davis Bryars
Nathaniel Farnlacher
Rosato Bear:
Chase Atkinson
Frankie Rosato
Avery Acton
Kent Webelos I:
Dillon Kent
Brandon Pekarek
Dean Lepianka
Eggers Webelos I:
Jason Walker
Isaac Eggers
Chase Heard
Beatty Webelos II:
James Peeler
Cody Holt
Preston Beatty
Bodden Webelos II:
Nicholas Bodden
Christopher Spivey
Nathan Saab
Pace Webelos II:
Chris Johnson
Reed Pace
Nick Netterville
Congratulations to all participants!
Saturday, January 20, 2007
Pinewood Derby time again.
The Pack 393 Pinewood Derby is here again. We will run all races on Saturday, January 27th at DUMC.
The Check-in location has changed to South Shades Crest cafeteria. All cars should be checked in on Friday, January 26th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at South Shades Crest.
The schedule for Saturday is as follows:
8:30 am Webelos II - Beatty/Tucker
8:50 am Webelos II - Bodden/Saab
9:10 am Webelos II - Pace/Callahan
9:30 am Webelos II - Rank Final
9:50 am Webelos I - Eggers
10:10 am Webelos I - Kent
10:30 am Webelos I - Rank Final
10:50 am Bear/Webelos Akela - Combined run (Parent/Sibling)
11:10 am Bear - Moses/Carlisle
11:30 am Bear - Rosato
11:50 am Bear - Rank Final
12:10 pm LUNCH BREAK
12:30 pm Wolf - Fehler
12:50 pm Wolf - McCollum
1:10 pm Wolf - Rank Final
1:30 pm Tiger/Wolf Akela - Combined run (Parent/Sibling)
1:50 pm Tiger - Scott/Elgin
2:10 pm Tiger - Smith
2:30 pm Tiger - Rank Final
3:00 pm PACK FINALS
3:30 pm AKELA FINALS
4:00 pm Volunteer Clean Up
Note: If we get ahead of schedule, we will continue to race cars, so come early to ensure that you see your car race.
See you Saturday!
The Pack 393 Pinewood Derby is here again. We will run all races on Saturday, January 27th at DUMC.
The Check-in location has changed to South Shades Crest cafeteria. All cars should be checked in on Friday, January 26th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm at South Shades Crest.
The schedule for Saturday is as follows:
8:30 am Webelos II - Beatty/Tucker
8:50 am Webelos II - Bodden/Saab
9:10 am Webelos II - Pace/Callahan
9:30 am Webelos II - Rank Final
9:50 am Webelos I - Eggers
10:10 am Webelos I - Kent
10:30 am Webelos I - Rank Final
10:50 am Bear/Webelos Akela - Combined run (Parent/Sibling)
11:10 am Bear - Moses/Carlisle
11:30 am Bear - Rosato
11:50 am Bear - Rank Final
12:10 pm LUNCH BREAK
12:30 pm Wolf - Fehler
12:50 pm Wolf - McCollum
1:10 pm Wolf - Rank Final
1:30 pm Tiger/Wolf Akela - Combined run (Parent/Sibling)
1:50 pm Tiger - Scott/Elgin
2:10 pm Tiger - Smith
2:30 pm Tiger - Rank Final
3:00 pm PACK FINALS
3:30 pm AKELA FINALS
4:00 pm Volunteer Clean Up
Note: If we get ahead of schedule, we will continue to race cars, so come early to ensure that you see your car race.
See you Saturday!
Friday, November 10, 2006
Veteran's Day Parade is Saturday, November 11th
The Veteran's Day parade is on Saturday. We will meet at DUMC at 11:15 am to drive down to the staging area. We are in Division 8 and need to be in the assembly area on 18th street between 9th and 10th Ave by 12:30. Everything starts and ends near the BJCC, so park as close as possible.
Watch the forecast and dress accordingly. See you Saturday.
Regular Pack Meeting on Monday at 6:30 pm at DUMC.
The Veteran's Day parade is on Saturday. We will meet at DUMC at 11:15 am to drive down to the staging area. We are in Division 8 and need to be in the assembly area on 18th street between 9th and 10th Ave by 12:30. Everything starts and ends near the BJCC, so park as close as possible.
Watch the forecast and dress accordingly. See you Saturday.
Regular Pack Meeting on Monday at 6:30 pm at DUMC.
Sunday, October 22, 2006
October Updates
October leaves are starting to turn and we will soon have more of a chill in the air.
That does not mean Scouting gets cold during October and November. Here are some updates for you.
Registration for returning Scouts. If you have not already paid your returning dues, they are $55 without T-shirt and $60 with T-shirt. We will need to make another order of shirts, so please let your Den Leader know your size.
Popcorn money should have been turned in by now. If not, please contact Margaret Carlisle.
Cub Haunted Weekends are still going strong. Some are cold and some are wet, but all are a lot of fun. You can get more information at www.vulcandistrict.org or www.1bsa.org.
November Calendar:
Nov 2nd: Cub Leader Specific Training at Roundtable, 7:00 pm at Briarwood
Nov 6th: Leader meeting at DUMC 6:30 pm
Nov 9th: Popcorn pick up at DUMC - Leaders pick up and hand out to the dens
Nov 10th: Veteran's Day Parade - Downtown. Time and location tbd
Nov 13th: Pack Meeting at DUMC 6:30 pm
Have a safe and spooky Halloween!
October leaves are starting to turn and we will soon have more of a chill in the air.
That does not mean Scouting gets cold during October and November. Here are some updates for you.
Registration for returning Scouts. If you have not already paid your returning dues, they are $55 without T-shirt and $60 with T-shirt. We will need to make another order of shirts, so please let your Den Leader know your size.
Popcorn money should have been turned in by now. If not, please contact Margaret Carlisle.
Cub Haunted Weekends are still going strong. Some are cold and some are wet, but all are a lot of fun. You can get more information at www.vulcandistrict.org or www.1bsa.org.
November Calendar:
Nov 2nd: Cub Leader Specific Training at Roundtable, 7:00 pm at Briarwood
Nov 6th: Leader meeting at DUMC 6:30 pm
Nov 9th: Popcorn pick up at DUMC - Leaders pick up and hand out to the dens
Nov 10th: Veteran's Day Parade - Downtown. Time and location tbd
Nov 13th: Pack Meeting at DUMC 6:30 pm
Have a safe and spooky Halloween!
Friday, August 25, 2006
New Parents Meeting!
We will host our meeting for new cub scout parents on Saturday, August 26th at 9:00 am at Discovery UMC on Stadium Trace near the Met.
This will be a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders and learn more about how Pack 393 works and what you will need to help your boy advance along the Cub Scout trail. We will talk about how the Pack and Den meetings work and what items you will need to get from the Scout shop.
If you did not turn in your registration form or your fees, please bring them on Saturday. While the boys are welcome, it is not necessary to bring them on Saturday. This meeting is more for the parents.
See you Saturday.
We will host our meeting for new cub scout parents on Saturday, August 26th at 9:00 am at Discovery UMC on Stadium Trace near the Met.
This will be a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders and learn more about how Pack 393 works and what you will need to help your boy advance along the Cub Scout trail. We will talk about how the Pack and Den meetings work and what items you will need to get from the Scout shop.
If you did not turn in your registration form or your fees, please bring them on Saturday. While the boys are welcome, it is not necessary to bring them on Saturday. This meeting is more for the parents.
See you Saturday.
Friday, August 18, 2006
Recruiting Time Again! School Night For Scouts
It is that time of year again where we help start new cubs on their journey in Scouting and "help the Pack grow". Our School Night for Scouts is scheduled for Thursday, August 24th at 7:00 pm at the South Shades Crest Cafeteria. This will be the one location for both Deer Valley and South Shades Crest Elementary Schools. We will have a second recruiting night for Trace Crossings on August 31st at 7:00 pm in the multi-purpose room.
We have always done a great job in brining in new boys to the pack and look forward to another great year this year. You can help by telling friends and neighbors that have boys that might be interested in joining Scouts about Pack 393. There will be signs at the schools and the boys should also have take home flyers that announce the date and time of the meeting.
The recruiting night is for new scouts and new leaders, so returning scouts do not need to attend the meeting.
It is that time of year again where we help start new cubs on their journey in Scouting and "help the Pack grow". Our School Night for Scouts is scheduled for Thursday, August 24th at 7:00 pm at the South Shades Crest Cafeteria. This will be the one location for both Deer Valley and South Shades Crest Elementary Schools. We will have a second recruiting night for Trace Crossings on August 31st at 7:00 pm in the multi-purpose room.
We have always done a great job in brining in new boys to the pack and look forward to another great year this year. You can help by telling friends and neighbors that have boys that might be interested in joining Scouts about Pack 393. There will be signs at the schools and the boys should also have take home flyers that announce the date and time of the meeting.
The recruiting night is for new scouts and new leaders, so returning scouts do not need to attend the meeting.
There will also be a New Parents meeting on August 26th at DUMC to help explain more about Pack 393 and scouting to the parents of the new cub scouts.
Thank you for all of your help in making Pack 393 the best Pack in the best District in the number 1 Council in Alabama!
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