Spring Overnight Event--March 30th

A new opportunity is being offered to all cub scouts in Pack 246.  We will be going to a lock-in at Base Camp in Fort Snelling on Friday, March 30.  It begins at 8:00pm and last until 8:00am the next morning.  The cost is $30 for the scout, and the pack will cover the cost of the parent.  The boys will be able to do some rock climbing, bouldering, archery, games, and crafts.  Each scout will also receive a Base Camp t-shirt that they will tie dye at the camp.  This event is for all Cub Scouts ages 5-11.  It should be a blast!  More will be shared at our Blue and Gold Banquet.

Blue and Gold Banquet--Feb. 17

Pack 246 will be holding their annual Blue and Gold Banquet on Friday, February 17 at 6:00pm at the church.  This is a ceremony honoring the Webelos 2 scouts who achieve their Arrow of Light Award.  This is the final step to becoming a Boy Scout. 

Each den is responsible for bringing the following (enough for 12 people) for the potluck:  Tigers-beverages, Wolves-salad/side, Bears-dessert, Webelos 1-main dish, Webelos 2-beverages.

Please r.s.v.p. to Brenda Sandquist by 2-13-12 if you plan on attending. 

Also, if you plan on being in Cub Scouts next year, be ready to sign up for the next year of scouts.  It is $15 to recharter, so bring your checkbook.  You will not have to fill out any new paperwork!  :)

We hope to see you there!

Pinewood Derby Feb. 4, 2012

Saturday's Pinewood Derby race for the cub scouts of Pack 246 was a huge success!  Thank you to those who helped set up the track, sit through time trials, run the clock, organize the food and venue, and volunteer on race day.  So many people were involved, and we can't thank you enough.  The Sportsmanship award will be presented at our Blue and Gold Banquet on Friday, Feb. 17th.  We hope to see you there!

January Pack Meeting, Jan. 17

At our January Pack meeting we discussed the upcoming Wreath Rewards Day to the Waterpark of America.  Those going will meet at the waterpark on Saturday, Jan. 21st.  The Pinewood Derby is also coming up soon, so keep working on those cars.  Remember, there are many fun rewards, not just for the fastest car.  The Sportsmanship Award is the most honored award of the event.  Let's make sure kids and parents alike participate with a positive attitude.  It should be loads of fun for all!  The Blue and Gold Banquet is set for Friday, Feb. 17th.  Everyone is encouraged to attend.  It's a banquet honoring the transition from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts for the second year Webelos.  More details will be coming soon.

Polar Cubs--January 14, 15

Cub Scout Pack 246 enjoyed  many outdoor adventures up at Stearns Scout Camp.  Despite a lack of snow the boys were able to have fun in the great outdoors.  Thank you for all who attended and helped organize this event for the scouts.

December Pack Meeting

Our next Pack Meeting is on Tuesday, December 20th at 6:30pm at the church.  See you then!

Webelos Marriott Tour

The Webelos were invited to spend the day at the Marriott in the cities.  They were given a tour of the hotel and a behind the scenes look at how the hotel functions.  They were even allowed to go up on the roof and see the Minneapolis skyline in the distance.  The hotel chef had them create delicious chocolate covered strawberries that they could eat.  All this fun ended with a dip in the pool.  What a great adventure!  Thank you to the staff at the Marriott and to Brad for setting it all up for the scouts.