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Pirates Game Deadline

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Have you heard?  Pack 843 will be presenting the flag for the National Anthem at PNC Park on May 18th, before taking to the stands to watch our American_Pirate_FlagsPittsburgh Pirates take on the Atlanta Braves.  Cost of the tickets is $15 each, and includes a Pittsburgh Pirates hat.  All scouts MUST be in uniform to go onto the field.  The game begins at 7:05, but we will need to assemble earlier (6:25) to get prepared.

We need to finalize our order with the Pirates by April 18th.  So far we have over EIGHTY people attending with the Pack, but time is running out!  If you want to go, you better sign up NOW!

You can, and then either complete a Scout Account withdrawal form, or send a check (made out to “Pack 843”).  Mail your payment to:

Jeff Morneweck
109 Campbell Ave.
Cuddy, PA   15031

Cubmobile Reminder

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Just a reminder that the Frontier District Cubmobile races are this Saturday at Settler’s Cabin Park, in the Wave Pool parking lot.  Registration runs from 8:30 to noon.

Scouts should wear long pants, close-toed shoes or boots, and bring a helmet and gloves.

Right now, the forecast is for a high of 52 and windy.  That means it is going to be COLD on that hill.  Please dress warm for the event, and have a blast!

Spring Camporee Opportunities

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SpringCamporeeAttention Webelos!  Two of our local troops have reached out to invite you to attend a Spring Camporee along with the troop.

Troop 248 in Oakdale will be holding their annual ”Hook –N – Cook” Camporee on May 13-14-15, 2016 at Camp Custaloga Town (French Creek Area Council, near Utica, PA).  The weekend will feature a fishing contest (that you can participate in), and a cooking contest (that you can EAT!).  Contact scoutmaster Tom Taylor at thomas.taylor@bayer.com.

Troop 2 in Bridgeville will be attending the Frontier District’s Spring Camporee at Settler’s Cabin Park on April 29 – May 1.  The theme is “Wilderness Survival”.  For more information or to sign up, contact Mark Gubinsky at mark@gubinskylaw.com .

Pittsburgh Pirates Color Guard

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PNC_ParkOn May 18th, Pack 843 will be serving as the Color Guard for the Pittsburgh Pirates.  Our pack will be be going onto the field at PNC Park and presenting the flag for the National Anthem.  Afterwards, we will have seats in section 310 to watch the Pirates battle the Atlanta Braves.

The cost of the tickets is $15 each, and includes a Pittsburgh Pirates hat.  All scouts MUST be in uniform to go onto the field.  The game begins at 7:05, but we will need to assemble earlier (6:25) to get prepared.

You can, and pay with Scout Account money, or send a check (made out to “Pack 843”).  Mail your payment to:

Jeff Morneweck
109 Campbell Ave.
Cuddy, PA   15031

Raingutter Regatta April 20th

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regatta time!The Pack 843 Raingutter Regatta will be held during our April Pack Meeting, at 7:00 on Friday April 20th at the pavilion behind Zion Lutheran Church.  It is outside so dress appropriately.  All the boat kits for the Raingutter Regatta have been distributed to the den leaders.  If you did not get a boat kit yet, you should contact your den leader.The rules are the same as last year, and are available on the “resources” page or directly from this link.  In summary:  Make the boat look like the one on the box — no box or cup sails are allowed.  Decorate the boat the way you want, and we will have a vote for Best In Show.  During the race, two boys will go head-to-head, using their own wind power to move their boat.

Mad Science Friday

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scientistThe March Pack Meeting is this Friday, March 18th at the Zion Lutheran Church.  Be there at 7:00 so you don’t miss anything when we throw the THIRD SWITCH.

We will be continuing with signups for lots of upcoming events — Day Camp, Resident Camp, Cubmobile Races, and some new activities that will be announced.  So lock up Igor, grab the brain of Hans Delbrook, and be there on time and in uniform!

Please! Remain in your seats, I beg you! We are not children here, we are scientists! I assure you there is nothing to fear!  — Dr. Frederick Frankenstein

Camperships Available

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Every year, Pack 843 sets aside money to help boys attend Resident Camp or Summer Camp with the Pack.

IF you have a boy who would like to attend camp, but you have been reluctant because of the financial concerns,
OR you have signed up for camp already, but are worried about meeting the financial burden,
THEN we would like to help.  Please send an email with the scout’s name and some information about your situation to:  campership@pack843.org.  Your name will be kept confidential.

See these individual posts for details about Resident Camp (registration due by March 15th) and Day Camp (registration due by April 30th).  We’d like to help make this a summer for your scout to remember!

Frontier District Cubmobile April 2nd

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On your marks, get set,…..GO!  The Frontier District Cubmobile Races will be held Saturday, April 2nd in the  Settler’s Cabin Wave pool parking lot.

Cubmobile RaceWhat is a Cubmobile?  It’s a type of soapbox derby car that the boys race in 4 different events.  There is one gravity (downhill) event, and three events with a pusher and a driver.  Teams of two to four scouts compete against other scouts of the same rank.

How do I get a Cubmobile?  You build it!  Linked is a pdf file with instructions and race details.  Several dens in the Pack have already built cars in the past, so if you are interested, ask around and you are sure to find some help.

When/Where/How Much is the race?  The race is at Settler’s Cabin, in the wavepool parking lot.  It’s Saturday April 2nd.  Check-in begins at 8:30.  There is an opening ceremony at 9:15, and racing starts at 9:30.  The cost is $10 per scout (money will be collect and scouts registered in advance).  Check-in runs until noon, and 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.

Blue and Gold Banquet This Sunday

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Reminder that the Blue and Gold Banquet is this Sunday, Feb. 28th from 3:00 to 6:00 at the Fairview Fire Dept. Banquet Hall.  Scouts who have registered for the event should come in full uniform.

Don’t forget the cake contest!   Each Scout and an adult partner are challenged to bake and decorate a Scout themed cake.  Some examples are camping, achievements, activities, good deeds, etc.  There will be ribbons for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place.  The entire cake, including decorations, must be edible. No paper, toothpicks etc.  Only the thing it sits on doesn’t have to be edible, but that can’t be part of the decoration.   Judging will be done by our visiting Scoutmasters.