Saturday, September 19, 2009

Wolf Den Meeting: September 17, 2009

This week we worked on achievement number six, collections. Tyrell brought his rock collection to share with us. He had so many great rocks. One of his favorites was a rock that was made up of several smaller rocks. Thanks Tyrell.

We also worked on achievement 6b, by collecting leaves from the different trees around the church, labeling them, and posting them on paper. The boys did a great job.

I know several scouts had to leave early this week. Collecting and labeling 10 items is requirement b from achievement six and also one of our collecting belt loop requirements, if your scout was not able to complete labeling and posting his leaves, please work on them at home and let me know if was completed. Also, showing a collection is requirement c from achievement six and also our collecting belt loop. If your scout was not able to present his collection at pack meeting or den meeting this week, please have him present one at home and let me know.

Thanks everyone. Please remember that next week we will be working on a cub scout craft. Please bring any stickers or cut outs of sports/teams/games/hobbies, etc. to create a personalized treasure box.

Also, please remember those consent forms for our Wheeler Farm visit on Oct. 1.

Friday, September 11, 2009

Pack Meeting: September 10, 2009

This month's theme is Cub Scout's Pockets. To go along with the theme, the wolf scouts brought and presented some of their collections. Both Jake Kemp and Jaxon Wilde had great coin collections to show and our Primary President, Diana Cook, brought her wonderful pin collection that she has been acquiring since she was about the boys' age. The wolf scouts also presented an entertaining skit on how to make a cub scout.

This month Brinton Gooch, Garrison Hauet and Jake Kemp received their belt loops from day camp; Astronomy, Archery, Wildlife Conservation and BB Gun. Jake also received his bicycle belt loop along with Jaxon Wilde and Tyrell Gwilliam.

After our award presentations, we had a special program for Braeden Gooch who received his arrow of light. Our special guest was dressed in Native American attire and had Braeden sit in front of him as he told of the special meaning of the arrow of light award. Congratulations Braeden on receiving your arrow of light and advancement onto the Boy Scout's program.

Saturday, September 5, 2009

Wolf Den Meeting: September 3, 2009

This week we worked on Thank You notes for the firefighters at the Taylorvsille fire station that we visited. Thanks to the scouts for such great drawings, I'm sure the firefighters will love them.

We also worked on a skit for next weeks pack meeting. Please make sure your scout is18 to pack meeting a few minutes early so we can practice again.

Finally, we worked on achievement 18d, creating an obstacle course. The scouts were very creative. Whew,we had a lot to accomplish this week, but we did get everything done.

Just a reminder, please have your scout bring a collection of theirs to pack meeting to display and briefly talk about, and also please complete and return the activity consent form if your scout is planning on attending den meeting October 1st when we go to wheeler farm.

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Wolf Den Calendar of Events: September 2009

September 3: Elective 18d. Practice skit for September pack meeting.

September 10: Pack Meeting - 7:00 p.m. at the church. Since we will be working on our achievement that focuses on collecting, we ask that the scouts bring one of their collections to pack meeting to display and talk about (achievement 6c).

September 17: Work on achievement 6 a&b.

September 24: Cub scout craft - collection treasure box. Please bring any stickers or cut outs of sports/teams/games/hobbies, etc. that you like to create your own personalized treasure box.

October 1: Wheeler Historical Farm visit. Scouts will need a completed consent form.

September 2009 Monthly Theme: Cub Scout Pockets

What could be in a Cub Scout's pocket? It can tell a lot about who he is and what he likes. Pockets contain many special things-- items from the boys' collection, maybe; or important phone numbers, or a note home. Pockets, like boys, have special qualities. Start exploring both.

Wolf Den Meeting: August 27, 2009

This week was our big outing to the Taylorsville fire station. Thank you to everyone for coming on time and we apologize again for being late coming back.

I think the scouts had such a great time. They were able to find our what a typical day is like for the fire fighters and what happens when a call comes in. We were able to see where the fire fighters eat, sleep and hang out while on call and of course, the highlight of the visit, we were able to see their fire truck.

Apparently there is a difference between a fire truck and a fire engine. A fire truck has the big ladder on top, and a fire engine is a bit smaller and carries more water. They showed us all of their equipment on the truck and also showed us what fire fighters wear when called out to a fire.

This visit it to help the scouts complete achievement 9c. Parents, please go through your house and make sure your home has at least one smoke detector and check the battery. Also please review a family escape plan from your house. This will complete achievement 9c for your scout.