I apologize for the length of this one – it is over 5 pages worth! We have a lot of activities coming up though which all have lots of details to review! Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!

Tiger Go See This Week

All Tigers and parents please remember that you are meeting at the Indian Trail Library at 6pm on Tuesday night for a Go See. If you have any questions; please contact your leader - either Mr. Dungan or Mr. Catapano.

 

Cleaning Party

Please remember that after den meetings this week will be our cleaning party! Any scouts and parents who can stay a little later to help us thoroughly clean the Fellowship Hall would be much appreciated.

 

Belt Loop Additions:

As you may have noticed at the past 2 Pack Meetings – some new belt loops were recently announced. We just purchased a new book which you can refer to for the requirements or you can visit the following links on-line for each new belt loop.

 

Those specifically added in November of 2009 are: Disabilities Awareness, Family Travel, Good Manners, Nutrition, Pet Care, PhotographyReading and Writing, Video Games, Hiking, Hockey, Horseback Riding, Kickball, and Skateboarding.

 

A Guest Pastor, Lunch

Christ Community Church will be hosting a guest Pastor on January 31 st at 11am with a covered dish lunch afterward and would like to invite all scouts and their families to attend.  If you plan to attend the service – please also bring along a covered dish to share.   

 

Scout Night with the Bobcats

Celebrate 100 years of Scouting with the Bobcats and other Scouts at Time Warner Cable Area as the Bobcats take on the Hornets Saturday, February 6. The game starts at 7pm, however, any scouts there in uniform at Section 112 by 6:05pm will be able to take part in the on court recognition. Tickets are $20 each for 200 level (which includes a 100 th Anniversary Patch) or $40 each for Lower Level and Patch. There is also a “3-Point” package add-on available for an additional $15 which will include a hot dog, soda, sling bag and Bobcats T-Shirt. This is not a scheduled Pack event so scouts are not covered by the pack. Registration must be completed by pack, however, so please sign up and submit payment no later than February 2 nd. If payment has not been received by this date – tickets will not be ordered.

 

Scout Sunday

Every year in February (the month Scouting was founded) the Boy Scouts of America designates a Sunday specifically as Scout Sunday in which they encourage the scouts to attend service at the Charter Organization and to celebrate the importance of religion in scouting.  We expect all scouts to attend the service at Christ Community Church on Sunday, February 7 th at 11am.  Since they are still without a pastor; we have coordinated with the church for us to conduct a Scout’s Own service on this date.  James Young has agreed to present the service for us and may be asking you or your scout for assistance with portions of the service!  If you have any ideas or items you would like to include; please contact James.

 

Donations for Scout Sunday

In appreciation to Christ Community Church for allowing us to use their facility each week we ask that each scout bring a paper/cleaning product as assigned by den to help offset some of their costs throughout the year.  We ask that each scout bring at least one of your assigned items though are encouraged to donate any additional products you can, as well.  I have assigned them below by den and also in the order of importance for items.  If for some reason you are not able to attend Scout Sunday; you may bring them in the den meeting before; otherwise please bring them with you to the Scout Sunday service.

1.  Toilet Paper                                                 Bears

2.  10-12” Divided Plates                                 Wolves

3.  Paper towels for Bathroom Dispensers         Tiger Den 1 (Mr. Mark Catapano)

4.  Napkins or Paper Towels for Kitchen           Tiger Den 2 (Mr. Bill Dungan)

5.  Liquid Dish Detergent                                   Webelos I

6.  Liquid Toilet Bowl Cleaner                           Webelos II

Hendricks Racing Trip

On Friday, February 19 th Anthony has arranged for a tour of the Hendricks Racing facility. Because of their hours; this is not something that we could schedule for a weekend and since this is a Work Day for both schools we are hoping that several scouts will be able to attend. Plan to meet at the church at 10am and caravan from there. A sign-up sheet will be out for this event; please sign up if you would like to attend.

 

Blue & Gold Banquet

Our Blue & Gold Banquet is scheduled for Friday, February 26 th at 6:30pm at the Indian Trail VFW.  This is a very special night for your scout as he will be earning his rank badge which he has been working on throughout the year.  Therefore, if you would like to invite special guests, we encourage you to do so!  Once we are closer to the event; there will be a sign up sheet to allow us to plan for seating and food.

 

Father and Son Cake Bake

Last year was the introduction of the Father and Son Cake Bake at our Blue and Gold Banquet and it went so well we have decided to make it an annual event! So, boys and men - get out your bake pans, frosting, candy, etc and prepare to bake!  There are only a few simple rules, which you will find listed below.  Winners will be chosen for each category and all cakes will be served after the competition.  We look forward to seeing and eating your creative masterpieces! 

 

1.   All cakes should be entered into one of the following categories:

• Animal Themed Cake
• Sports Themed Cake
• Toy/Character Themed Cake
• Scouting Themed Cake

An award for the “best” cake in each category will be presented. All scouts will also vote for one cake to receive the Fan Favorite award.

 

2.   The primary/largest portion of the cake must be cake/brownie/cookie or other baked good. You may use a cake mix, or make one from scratch. You may use pre-made icing or mixes.  The primary piece(s) of the cake must be made, not purchased

 

3.   You may use non-edible decorations on your cake; however, they must all be visible and easily removable for serving.  Please watch for choking hazards. Do not embed hard items like candy inside the cake. Small edible items are OK as long as they are visible.

 

4.   Absolutely no female or family baking expert may help with the cake. This also includes answering questions. The cake must be baked and decorated by the scout and his dad (or male helper - this may be a Grandfather, other relative, family friend, neighbor or mentor).  Dad should be there to assist and handle the oven part, and they should work together, but let the boys lead the way and have fun creating something wonderful!

 

5.   The scout and his dad must do all the shopping, preparation, baking and decorating on their own. THEY MUST ALSO CLEAN THE KITCHEN WHEN THEY’RE DONE – NO MESS FOR MOM TO CLEAN UP!

 

6.   Have fun!!!

 

Webelos Woods

The Central North Carolina Council will be hosting its annual Spring Webelos Woods at Camp John J. Barnhardt on March 5 – 7, 2010. This event allows Webelos to camp, cook, and participate in a variety of outdoor activities as a den and will serve as preparation for their promotion into the ranks of Boy Scouting. Program highlights will include shooting sports, climbing and bouldering, first aid, fire building, compass orienteering, and knot tying. All of this will be topped off with a special campfire on Saturday evening that will include a solemn ceremony to welcome them into the ranks of Boy Scouting. In order for Webelos to practice their cooking skills, each den will be responsible for cooking their own meals throughout the weekend. This event is limited to current Webelos I & II (and their parent) and to the first 250 participants signed up for the entire council. Therefore, the deadline for registration is February 16th. See your Webelos leader and/or sign up with Amy.

 

Charlotte Checkers Scout Night

Saturday, March 13 th celebrate Scout night with the Charlotte Checkers as they take on the Gwinnett Gladiators at 7pm. Corner Section tickets are $8 and Attack Zone tickets are $15. All Scouts will receive a free drawstring backpack. This is not a scheduled Pack event so scouts are not covered by the pack. Registration must be completed by pack, however, so please sign up and submit payment no later than March 9th. If payment has not been received by this date – tickets will not be ordered.

 

Pinewood Derby Details

We know everyone is getting excited for the Pinewood Derby and some of your scouts are probably begging to get started on their cars. Here is all the information currently available for the Pinewood Derby.

• Race Rules

Cars are to be constructed from BSA kits and must be a new car each year. They should be created by the scout with minimal to no assistance from others. For the Pack Derby, upon registration, scouts will draw numbers to determine their poll placing on the bracket. Races will then be conducted as dictated by the bracket. Each race will contain 2 cars; best of 3 races continues to the winner’s bracket and the other car will proceed to the losing bracket; until the car has lost twice and is then eliminated from the race. Trophies will be awarded for the cars finishing 1 st-5 th and a Fan Favorite winner will also be selected by the scouts.

• Car Rules

In order for cars to also qualify for district and council racing; we will be following the same rules as set by our council, which can be found here:  Pinewood Derby Rules

• Registration

All cars must be pre-registered and complete an Inspection Sheet with Amy to be allowed to race in the derby. This not only ensures the cars meet the rules; but so that we can also prepare the brackets in advance. This must be complete by the Second Weigh-in Meeting.

• Cutting Party

Not everyone has a jigsaw at home which can make shaping your car MUCH easier. This year our cutting party has been scheduled for February 9 th. This party allows you to have your son draw his basic design onto the block of wood, bring it to the party, and have the major cuts made for him.  We will try to have the saws set-up by 6pm to allow enough time for everyone to get a chance to have theirs cut before the end of the regular den meeting. Those participating in the friends and family race may also bring their car to be cut; though they will have to wait until after all scout cars are completed.

• Weigh-In Meetings

All cars need to be weighed and checked in prior to the derby.  The first weigh in allows you to check the weight of your car and see if any modifications need to be made to stay under the maximum 5oz weight.  If you are satisfied with your car at this time – you may also go ahead and complete the Inspection Sheet; or you can wait until the second weigh in date to make additional modifications before completing the Inspection Sheet.

• Race Day

Our Pack 97 Pinewood Derby Race is scheduled for March 20 th and will be held at Christ Community Church. Check-In will be from 10am – 11:15am. The Friends and Family Race will start at 11:30am. Following this race will be a potluck lunch. The Scout Derby will begin at 1pm.

• Friends and Family Race

Any non-scout wishing to enter a car in the Friends and Family Race is encouraged to do so! They must follow all rules the same as the scouts; including pre-inspection and registration by the end of the second Weigh-In Meeting. We have extra cars available for purchase at $4 each - or you can purchase one from the scout store.

• District & Council Derbies

The winners from our Pack Derby will automatically qualify to enter the District Derby. There is generally also an open race scheduled the morning of the District where scouts who did not win can attempt to qualify for the race. The only way to qualify for the Council Derby is by winning the District Derby.

 

Summary of Derby Dates:

2/9 Cutting Party

3/9 First Weigh-In

3/16 Second Weigh-In

3/20 Pack Derby

4/24 District Derby

5/22 Council Derby

 

Second Installment of Dues

There are still a few scouts that we have not received dues payments for; please make sure it is paid this week or you speak to Amy regarding a delayed payment plan.

 

Community Service Project

Christ Community Church and the Daycare will be collecting items for Crisis Assistance Pregnancy Center in Monroe throughout the entire month of January.  We would like everyone to show their support for our wonderful Charter Organization and to this Center by donating at least one of the items from the list below.  A crib has been set up right by the entrance door for placing your donations.  They are accepting both new & gently used items (where applicable).

• Diapers (Size 3 through 6)
• Children's Clothes (Size Preemie through 6X)
• Baby Wipes
• 16 oz. Baby Wash / Shampoo Combo
• Baby Lotion
• Car Seats
• Pack & Plays / Cribs
• Baby Equipment (Strollers, High Chairs, Walkers, Baby Monitors, Breast Pumps)
• Office Supplies (Copy Paper, Glue Sticks, Pencils, Erasers)
• Gift Cards (Wal-Mart, Target, Office Supply Stores

 Continuing to Respecting Our Facility

Please continue to follow these rules for respecting our facility:

• There is to be ABSOLUTELY NO ONE allowed in or on the playground equipment at ALL TIMES.    
• The area within the fence is off limits
• Leave No Trace
• Scouts are only to be dismissed from den meetings directly to a parent.

 

 

Calendar overview of upcoming events:

1/26 Tuesday Den Meeting /Tiger Go See /Cleaning Party

1/30 Saturday Webelos Readyman Badge (noon-4) at CCC

1/31 Sunday Covered Dish/Service at CCC

2/6 Saturday Scout Night with the Bobcats

2/7 Sunday Scout Sunday

2/9 Tuesday Den Meeting & Car Cutting Party

2/19 Friday Hendricks Tour

2/21 Sunday Winterplace Skiing (non-pack event)

2/26 Friday Blue & Gold Banquet at IT VFW

3/5-7 Fri-Sunday Webelos Woods

3/9 Tuesday Den Meeting / First Derby Car Weigh In

3/13 Saturday Scout Night with the Checkers

3/16 Tuesday Den Meeting / 2 nd Derby Car Weigh In

3/20 Saturday Pinewood Derby

 

 

Don’t forget your 24/7 access to Pack 97 info and photos at www.pack97scouts.com   If you have any photos you would like added to the site, please send them to me.

  

As always, if you have any questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact me or Anthony

 

See you Tuesday night!

 

Amy