Hey Pack 34 Parents,
Please mark your calendars for the following events in March.
Also parents should be working with den leaders to make sure all cubs have been doing the required activities for their level. Vacation time is a great time to work on the requirements. If you're unsure what you should be doing contact your respective den leader.
Saturday March 10, Pinewood Derby Car Drop Off, Scout Hall, Time TBD in the afternoon
This is the official race car drop off. The exact rules are in the offical pinewood derby kit which is available online and at the Scout Store in San Rafael. Please read the rules carefully so your scout's car is eligible. Common disqualifications include electronics installed in the car, painted wheels, and not using the offical kit.
Sunday March 11, Pinewood Derby Race! Scout Hall. Time TBD
The race is on!
Candy Sales, Saturdays March 17 and 24, Mill Valley Market, Times TBD
Our annual fundraiser is a candy bar sale. Candy bars and detailed selling instructions will be available at the Pinewood Derby. We've set a lofty goal of $1,500 to be raised from candy sales. All scouts who participate will receve a patch and outstanding sellers will receive fishing gear as prizes.
Wed. March 28, Special Pack Meeting at the Golf Course Clubhouse, 7 pm
This is the Webelos Arrow of Light celebration as our oldest scouts graduate from cubdom.
Yours in Scouting,
Will
UPDATE: Sorry but the instructor is sick so tonight's class is postoned until we can set up a new time.
For those Webelos who have not yet earned their readyman pin please plan to attend this.
First Aid Class by American Red Cross for partial fulfillment of Arrow of Light "Readyman" badge. (All Webelos welcome)
Monday, February 12, 7-8 pm at Scout Hall.
Each scout should be accompanied by a parent if possible.
The rocket launch was a huge success! Photos are here.
The highlight was the Webelo's project, led by Den Leader Joe Hiti, to build and launch a rocket with a digital video camera in the nosecone. (Thanks to Make Magazine for the plans.) Check out the movie we made to document this historic launch!
The Pack 34 Blue and Gold dinner is this Saturday night and we need RSVPs!
If you are new to Pack 34 you should know that this event is one of the highlights of the year for scouts and families. We'll be doing skits, raffles, singing and eating a catered dinner. All scouts will receive a patch and pinewood derby car.
Please bring cash for the raffle and your checkbook for candy sales.
Please rsvp so we know you're coming.
Bus Stop Cleaning, Saturday Feb. 3,Times TBD by Den
This is one of our many service projects where each den clean various bus Stops throughout Mill Valley. Your den leaders will guide you when and where to meet.
Blue and Gold Dinner, Sat. Feb. 3, 6 PM Scout Hall
Food! Raffle! Skits! Candy Sales! All scouts who attend will receive a
Pinewood Derby Kit, patch. All immediate family members are welcome.
Candy Sales, Saturday Feb 10, Time and Location TBD by Den Leaders
This is our Pre-Valentines Day Candy Sales at local Supermarkets.
Pinewood Derby!
The exact times are TBD but plan to drop off your car at Scout Hall on Sat. March 10 and plan to Race on Sunday March 11. It's on!
ARROW OF LIGHT CEREMONY
March 28, 7pm MV Golf Club House