The Weekly Newsletter of Cub Scout Pack 97
Thank you to all who joined us for our Summer Kick-Off meeting at Kate’s Skate on Monday night. If you were unable to attend, please see below for calendar/event details. If you are interested in attending any of the events, please email Karen with the names, number of attendees and contact information.
Night at the Knights Cancellation – Tickets and T-Shirts
Ironically - Good News! The Knights game & sleepover were ultimately cancelled. We received a call today confirming the cancellation due to rain therefore, each person who had originally signed up will be receiving an un-dated general admission ticket to be used for any Charlotte Knights home game throughout the season (excluding July 4th). Tickets will be mailed to Karen in approximately 1 week. Also, anyone who was not present to receive their t-shirt, please contact Karen as well.
Leadership Positions Available
Several of our leaders from this past year will be moving up a rank along with their sons for the coming year. Some of our leaders have also regrettably had to withdraw from positions for the next year….so, if you have considered donating your time and participating more fully in the pack; please consider volunteering for either a leadership or committee position in the coming year. Either email or call Anthony Irwin, Karen or Amy with any questions!
Summer Bowling Program
Adrienne referred the following link to us for anyone who enjoys bowling and has the chance to go during the morning/afternoon over the summer. www.kidsbowlfree.com When you register, kids get coupons for 2 free games of bowling each day. For only $23.95 you can purchase a family pass which provides coupons for 2 additional games of bowling every day all summer long along with the children that registered in your family. Though the family pass can be registered for up to 4 adult family members (mom, dad, siblings, grandparents, babysitters, etc) it only covers 2 additional games per day. It is only valid until 5pm each day and standard shoe rental rates apply. Both Adrienne and Karen have registered for the program and would be happy to answer questions as to the coupons they received, etc.
Troop 276 Yard Sale
Just a reminder that this Saturday is the Troop 276 Yard Sale. I’m sure there will be lots of treasures to find; please consider stopping by to make a purchase or donation to help these scouts raise money to attend the 100 year anniversary Jamboree of Scouting. If you would like to make a donation (which is tax deductible) they are accepting donations at the 276 Green Scout Hut during the following times/dates:
Tuesday June 9th: 6:00 pm Kathy
Wed June 10th: 6-8 pm Steve Stout & Scott R
Thursday June 11th: 6-8 pm Jeff Auten & Scott R
Friday June 12th 6-8: pm Kathy, Scott & Kim R,
Please help them by bagging like items in the following way:
Infant 0-12
Toddler
Girls 4-6X
Boys 4-6X
Girls 8-16
Boys 8-16
Women
Men
If you have any additional questions on the yard sale or drop offs; please contact Kathy Sharman
Reed’s Gold Mine
Saturday, June 27th @ 10:00am (Meet @ entrance between 9:30am – 9:45am)
9621 Reed Gold Mine Rd., Midland, NC 28107
704-721-4653
www.reedmine.com
Activities: Panning for gold (weather permitting), underground mine tour, gift shop
· Admission is Free
· If panning for gold, there is a fee of $1.50 for each pan
· CASH ONLY!
· No credit cards accepted
· Dress for mess – we may get dirty!
· Bring a lunch for picnic after
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email karenfrench@carolina.rr.com with names, number of people attending and contact information.
Indian Trail 4th of July Parade
Saturday, July 4th at 11:30 (line up no later than 10:45am – allow for time to park & walk)
Start @ First Citizens Bank - Downtown Indian Trail
704-821-8114
www.indiantrail.org
· Leaders and Scouts, please come in full uniform
· Bring water!
· Parade will last 1-2 Hours, depending on entries
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email cubmaster@pack97scouts.com with names, number of people attending and contact information.
NC Transportation Museum
Saturday, July 18th at 8:30am (meet at entrance at 8:15am)
411 S. Salisbury Ave.
Spencer, NC 28159
704-636-2889
www.nctrans.org
**** MUST SIGN UP BY FRIDAY JULY 10th ****
Activities:
8:30-9:30AM Welcome
9:00-10:00am Museum exhibits open (Gift shop, Wagons, Wheels & Wings, Bumper to Bumper – Antique Cars and Trucks, Roundhouse Orientation Room, Roundhouse Video)
10:00-12n Geography Stations Open (Scouts will need notebook and pencils)
12:n-1:00pm Lunch (Please bring a Picnic Lunch)
1:00pm Train Ride
5:00pm Museum Exhibits Close
· Be prepared to pay upon entering
· $8.00 per scout
· $6.00 per adult / $5.00 child ages 3-12
· Scouts bring notebook and pencil for Geography Program.
· Bring extra cash for Roundhouse ($1.00 per ride)
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email karenfrench@carolina.rr.com with names, number of people attending and contact information.
Leaders Retreat / Camp - Out
Saturday, July 25thth at 10:00am (adults only)
Optimist Park “Sleeping with the Cows” in Monroe
Planning session for the 2009-2010 Scout year
· Open to all who are interested in volunteering, being a den leader or part of the planning committee
· We will be cooking and camping
· Bring plates, cups, eating utensils, etc. “Pack 97 is going GREEN!”
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email karenfrench@carolina.rr.com with names, number of people attending and contact information
Lazy 5 Ranch
Saturday, August 8th at 11:30am (meet at the picnic shelter on the left by 10:45am)
15100 Mooresville Road
Mooresville, NC 28115
704-663-5100
www.lazy5ranch.com
The Lazy 5 Ranch is a privately owned exotic animal drive thru park that offers a 3.5 mile safari through the gently sloping pasturelands of Piedmont, North Carolina. While visiting the Lazy 5 Ranch you will have the opportunity to view over 750 animals from six different continents. Your groups will be able to see these animals from our horse drawn wagons. And be sure to bring your camera! This is a drive-through experience unique to North Carolina. There is no other collection of animals like this in the Southeast.
· Be prepared to pay upon entering
· Pay $7.50 group rate at the gate
· CASH ONLY!
· No credit cards accepted
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email karenfrench@carolina.rr.com with names, number of people attending and contact information
The Dirt Track @ Lowe’s Motor Speedway – Scouts Sleepover Night
Saturday, August 15th - Gates open at 5:00pm / Racing begins at 7:30pm
Witness the nation’s top Monster Trucks flying through the air right in front of your eyes then sleep over in the infield of Lowe’s Motor Speedway.
For more details, maps and directions visit: www.lowesmotorspeedway.com
TICKET ONLY (Monster Truck) |
TICKET & SLEEPOVER |
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Adults |
Children $9.00 |
Adults |
Children $15.00 |
***To guarantee these prices and reservations, sign-up and payment must be received by Friday, July 24th.***
Note: If you were unable to sign up for this event at the summer kick off meeting and would like to attend, please email karenfrench@carolina.rr.com with names, number of people attending and contact information
Summer Program
6/5/09 Friday Night at the Knights
6/8/09 Monday Summer Program Kickoff at Kate’s Skate
6/13/09 Saturday Troop 276 Yard Sale at Green Scout Hut
6/15-6/19
6/18/09 Thursday Leaders/Committee Roundtable (Optional)
6/27/09 Saturday Reed’s Gold Mine, 10am
7/04/09 Saturday Indian Trail 4th of July Parade
7/11/09 Saturday Sneak in Weekend at Barnhardt (non-pack event)
7/18/09 Saturday Scout Day at NC
7/25/09 Saturday/Sun Leaders/Committee Retreat, Calendar Planning and Campout
7/27/09 Monday 1st Day of School,
8/8/09 Saturday Lazy 5 Ranch, 10am
8/15/09 Saturday Monster Truck & Sleepover at Lowe’s, Gates open at 5pm
8/25/09 Tuesday 1st Day of School,