Pack 843 is heading to the ballpark!! We will join the Washington Wild Things for some summer fun with a baseball game and sleepover at the ballpark on Saturday, June 11th! Gates open at 6PM and game time is 7:05PM. After the game stick around to play catch, watch a movie and camp out in the outfield. All scouts and leaders will receive a Wild Things Scout Patch for attending.
Exclusive Scout Package $18 includes a reserved ticket to the game, in game, and post-game activities, movie, sleepover, breakfast and Scout patch (Scouts/Leaders only). Extra tickets to attend just the game cost $10. Meal vouchers are available for $5.
Advance registration and payment are required for this event prior to June 1st. Please sign up here: http://pack843.org/sign-ups/.
You must provide your own tent, sleeping bags and overnight items. If you need to borrow at tent or sleeping bag, contact Deb Whitewood at whitewoodd@msn.com.
If you have further questions regarding this event, please contact the event coordinator, Matt Bizzack at matt.bizzack@gmail.com.
Pack 843 will march in the Bridgeville Memorial Day parade on May 30, 2022. Prior to COVID, marching in the parade was always a highlight for our Pack and we are thrilled to have the opportunity to showcase our Scouts during the 2022 parade. If you will be in town during the Memorial Day weekend, please try to take time for your son or daughter to participate in this parade.
The pack will meet on Station Street in Bridgeville by the American Legion Post at 9:00AM. The parade starts at 10 AM and usually takes less than an hour.
The parade begins near Station Street and ends at the Cemetery past the GetGo. It is suggested to park either at the cemetery or in the Aldi parking lot so you don’t have to walk all the way back to your vehicle after the parade.
Uniform shirts are required to be worn by the Scouts and adult leaders for the parade. The exception would be the Lions who are permitted to wear class B uniforms.
Advance signups are required so that the coordinator knows how much candy to purchase for the Scouts to pass out to the crowd. Please sign up here prior to May 23rd: http://pack843.org/sign-ups/
Adult leaders are encouraged to participate so that we maintain two deep leadership at all times. Matt Gerhardt will be coordinating this event, so if you have any questions prior to the parade, please contact him at mattg296@gmail.com
On your marks, get set,…..GO! The Frontier District Cubmobile Races will be held Saturday, May 7th at Settler’s Cabin Wave pool parking lot.
What is a Cubmobile? It’s a type of soapbox derby car that the Scouts race in 4 different events. There is one gravity (downhill) event, and three events with pushers and a driver. Teams of two to four scouts compete against other scouts of the same rank.
When/Where/How Much is the race? The race is at Settler’s Cabin, in the wave pool parking lot on May 7th. (Use the back entrance closest to the Ambulance entrance)
Check-in begins at 8:30. There is an opening ceremony at 9:15, and racing starts promptly at 9:30. The cost is $10 per scout (money will be collected and scouts registered in advance). To participate, please sign up here: http://pack843.org/sign-ups/ Racing ends at 2:00 PM.
Anything else? Dress WARM (even if it seems like a nice day — it’s cold on that hill!). You MUST wear a helmet, gloves, and long pants. Uniforms or “class Bs” are required, but they are usually under your coat, anyhow.
If you have questions about the Cubmobile Race, please contact Cubmaster, Jon Sperry at jdsperry2001@gmail.com
On Thursday, August 18th, Pack 843 will be serving as the Color Guard for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Our Pack will be going onto the field at PNC Park and presenting the flag for the National Anthem. Afterwards, we will have seats to watch the Pirates battle the Cincinnati Reds.
The cost of the tickets is $26 each and include $10 towards the concession stand. You must sign up in advance and pay by a check made out to Pack 843. Please give all payments to Deb Whitewood. Payments must be received prior to July 17th. You can drop payments off at the den meetings at Fairview Park, or at Deb’s home, 173 Greenwood Drive, Bridgeville, PA 15017.
All scouts and leaders MUST be in Class A uniform to go onto the field. The game begins at 7:05, but we will need to assemble at 5:30 at the cul-de-sac on Mazeroski Way to get prepared. As in prior years, we need to purchase 50 tickets in order to get the $26 per ticket price, so bring the siblings and Grandparents to the game! In the past we have had 70 scouts and family members attend this event. It is always a memorable night for everyone!
If you have any further questions regarding this event, please contact Deb Whitewood at whitewoodD@msn.com
Bike Rally Join us for the Pack 843 Bike Rally on April 30th! We will meet at the Hendersonville Park & Pavilion on Henderson Drive in Cecil Township at 2:00PM. Sign up to participate here: http://pack843.org/sign-ups/
The event will open with a brief Advancement Ceremony, then we will learn some basic bike safety and maintenance skills. Finally, we will have a short ride on the Montour Trail for those scouts who are interested. Scouts should come prepared with their bike ready to ride and wearing a helmet. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate in this ride, also wearing a helmet. Scouts who do not feel comfortable or ready for the trail will have the option of remaining at the Pavilion to practice riding there.
Scouts will be divided into three groups for the ride, beginner, intermediate and advanced. Each group will be supervised by Den Leaders and parents, maintaining two deep leadership at all times. The groups will ride out for a certain time frame, then turn around and return to the Hendersonville Pavilion for a quick treat.
Scouts should bring: *bike *helmet *water *backpack with the six essential items
SCOUTING FOR FOOD We will be collecting food to donate to the Bridgeville Food Bank. Scouts are encouraged to collect food from two to three friends, neighbors or family members. Please bring the food to the Hendersonville Pavilion at 1:30PM prior to the Bike Rally for collection and boxing. Scouts who participate in Scouting for Food will receive one hour of volunteer service time.
If you have any questions about either of these events, please contact Deb Whitewood at whitewoodD@msn.com
Assistant Cubmaster, Deb W. and Scouts, Landon W, Max R. and Xander R. delivering food to the Bridgeville Food Bank in April 2021.
Join Pack 843 as we participate in Oakdale’s Earth Day Celebration by collecting trash throughout the town. On April 23rd we will gather promptly at 9AM at the center of town to get gloves, vests and trash bags. Each Scout must have a parent partner in order to participate in this event. After collecting trash for a couple of hours, lunch will be provided at noon at the Oakdale Community Center.
Scouts will receive three hours of service time for volunteering at this event. Please sign up by April 20th to participate. Access the sign up here: http://pack843.org/sign-ups/
If you need further information regarding this event, please contact Bridget Kinneer at bridgetleimk@me.com
Congratulations to all of our Pack 843 Scouts who participated in the Frontier District Pinewood Derby on Saturday, March 5th. We had some grand winners!!
Aarjun Y. won first place for the AOL rank, then won first place overall!
Landon S. won 3rd place for the Tiger’s Rank and tied for 3rd place in the District Grand Finale
Nick C. won 2nd place for AOL Rank and came in 13th place in the District Grand Finale!
Explore our world and the oceans as we go on a Sea Adventure! Sail the ocean blue and tame the wild waves with our council’s Camp Independence Guides learning skills that will carry your Cub Scout on the trail of life.
Join our Pack July 15-18 at Laurel Highlands Council’s Camp Independence, for the ultimate Cub Scouting camping experience. Scouts, their leaders, and parents/guardians stay overnight for three days at the camp, part of the council’s Heritage Reservation, nestled in the Laurel Highlands wilderness. The camp has many activities for the scouts to enjoy, like BB guns, archery, climbing, hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, campfires, and more!
Our fully furnished campsites offer wall
tents on platforms, covered picnic tables, latrines with wash basins, and
campfire circles for your use. Want to bring your own camping equipment with
you? Go for it!
And Webelos scouts get to do even more! Webelos have the option to arrive on Thursday, July 14th for an extra day of Webelos specific programs. These activities for older scouts have included in the past: a hike to another camp on the council’s reservation, BMX biking, shooting pellet guns, and extra time boating and fishing.
***COST*** –The price of camp includes all meals, programs, and learning materials.
3 Day Camp, Friday – Sunday/Monday morning, July 15-18 Early bird special pricing if paid before 4/1/2022: Scout: $210 Adult: $90 **sibling discount $30 off second sibling
Webelos 4 Day Camp, Thursday – Sunday/Monday morning, July 14-18 Early bird special pricing if paid before 4/1/2022: Scout: $280 Adult: $120
–More than one parent may attend resident camp, or parents can swap, but one parent MUST be present with your scout and any parents attending must have paperwork turned in ahead of the first day of camp. If you are interested in attending the Cub and Webelos Scout Pack Resident Camp with Pack 843, contact Jon Spink at jon.spink@gmail.com
Check out these videos, done by our council, that show off the fun to be had at Camp Independence. This video is aimed more at the parents and touches on some of the benefits of camp. https://youtu.be/f3Gl7AsSPUM
This was the camp 2021 video and does include some 2021 specific information, but there are lots of great visuals show what goes on around camp. https://youtu.be/ag8eoqA7eQ0
Cub Scout Day Camp is three days of exciting fun, exciting
program activities and adventure at a location close to home with no overnight
stay. Day Camp is an introductory outdoor program for Tigers, Cub Scouts, and
Webelos with little camping experience. Programs are run by highly trained
volunteers and are inspected and accredited annually by the Laurel Highlands
Council.
Our 2022 theme will run throughout the daily program
of challenge, adventure, creativity, and learning. Both daytime and evening
“twilight” camp opportunities are available. Scouts and their
siblings can attend any camp that fits their schedule provided they have
the required adult leadership. They are also welcome to attend more than one
day camp as each one is a little different.
For Pack 843 there are two close options: South Park Wednesday 06-22-2022 to Friday 06-24-2022, from 8AM to 4PM OR Settlers Cabin Park Tuesday 06-28-2022 to Thursday 06-30-2022, from 8:30AM to 3PM
Costs
Paid in full by April 1
Paid in full by May 1
Paid in full 5/2/2021 or after
Scout
$65
$75
$90
Sibling
$55
$55
$55
Adult
$15
$15
$15
This is NOT a drop off camp. As a PACK we need to provide enough leadership to supervise our scouts. Susan Lewandowski (Bear Den Leader) will be able to attend all three days of one of the two camp sessions. We need one other adult each day to provide two deep leadership if any other scouts want to attend. NOTE: you do not need to attend all three days- we just need to know which day you can attend.
As per BSA regulations, all adults attending camp will need to present the following documents: – proof of completion of BSA youth protection training. FREE – PA Criminal Background Check. FREE – Child Abuse Record Check (Childline). FREE – Either the PA affidavit for those who have lived in the state for more than 10 years or the FBI clearance for those who have lived out of state. (The FBI report costs $23.85 and requires fingerprinting, so please plan for at least a month to get your fingerprints done and the report sent to you.)
More information about obtaining your clearances can be found here:
