Mistletoe Market Parade - 2016

Come join Cub Scout Pack 136 as we march in the 2016 Mistletoe Market Parade            
            When:  Saturday, December 3rd at 7:00 pm.

            Where: Grove City

Our Scouts are encouraged to wear festive Christmas clothing (i.e. Santa hats or other Christmas-themed apparel) along with their Class A uniforms.  Also, since the parade is at night glow necklaces, bracelets and sticks are welcome!  Dress for the weather!

Come early and stay late to check out the crafts and retailers who will be on hand.  Be sure to stick around for the tree lighting ceremony.  Santa Claus is also scheduled to make an appearance!

We would also like to ask for donations of mini candy canes or other Christmas candy.

To RSVP for the parade please go to the following SignUpGenius link:

Click here to sign up for Christmas Parade

            P.S. Please include your scout's name when you RSVP.

I hope to see you there!  

Cubmaster Matt

Monthly Parent & Leader Planning Meeting - Dec 2016

Pack Parents & Leaders Meeting: 
            Dec. 1st, 2016   6:00 pm at FPC 
            District Roundtable: Dec. 1st, 2016   7:00 pm at FPC

Our next Pack Leaders meeting is going to be held on December 1st at 6:00 pm at FPC. All dens should please have a representative at the leaders meeting. Parents are also welcome to participate to see what is going on with the pack.

We are also looking for new adult volunteers and have several immediate openings. If you are interested in helping as Pack Chaplain – Religious Emblems Coordinator, or Friends of Scouting Representative, please let the Cubmaster know. Cub Scouts is a volunteer run organization and without volunteers we can’t make the pack go!!

Cheerful

Monthly Theme for Dec 2016 - Cheerful

A Scout is Cheerful. A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy. Some people grumble when they are doing homework or losing a game. They might become upset if the weather turns bad on a Scout hike or if the trail is long and dusty. Others are cheerful. They jump at opportunities, and their sense of joy makes everything easier for them and those around them.

You know that you cannot always have your way. Now and then you must do things that you don't like very much. A cheerful attitude can make the time go by more quickly, and can even turn a task you dislike into a lot of fun. You have the choice of whether or not to enjoy the experiences and challenges of life. You can complain if you want to and be grumpy all the time, but it is easier and much more enjoyable to decide from the start to be cheerful whenever you can.

Cheerfulness is infections - the smile on your face can lift the spirits of those around you.

Try to incorporate the Scout Law core values into everything you do.
Always remember, a Scout is: TRUSTWORTHY, LOYAL, HELPFUL, FRIENDLY, COURTEOUS, KIND, OBEDIENT, CHEERFUL, THRIFTY, BRAVE, CLEAN and REVERENT

Cubmaster Matt

Webelos Woods Fall 2016

Our Webelos Woods campout was a great success this year. Our Webelos 1 Scouts worked on several of their achievements this year including Castaway, Earth Rocks, First Responder, Into the Wild and Into the Woods. Our Webelos 2 Scouts worked on their Arrow of Light activities including Axe Yard Use, Knots, Cooking, Fire Building, Climbing Tower, Map and Compass and the Arrow Challenge! Klondike Style.

Fall Family Camp-Out 2016

The Pack Fall Campout at Madison Lake was a great time this year. The stations were great and everyone enjoyed the kickball game. The dog food slingshots were awesome!!! If you missed this campout, our next pack family campout is coming up next spring (April 28th – 30th) at Tar Hollow. Mark your calendars!

Class B T-Shirts

We have Class B T-shirts for sale for both Scouts and Parents. Yes, that’s right, we also have adult sizes available. Each T-shirt is only $10.00. Please see Cubmaster Matt or your Den Leader if you are interested. Class B T-shirts will be available for purchase at our December 2016 Pack Meeting!

Popcorn Sales - 2016

Congratulations to all Scouts who participated in this year’s popcorn fundraiser! In addition to the great prizes earned for various sale levels, those scouts who achieved certain sales levels get to throw a pie in the Cubmaster’s (or Popcorn Kernel’s) face at the December Pack Meeting. Please make sure your Scout’s prize selections are turned into our Popcorn Kernal (cwadelunsford@gmail.com) as soon as possible. 

Thanks again to our Popcorn Kernel, Wade Lunsford, for coordinating this year’s sales!

November Pack Meeting - Pumpkin Races and Canned/Perishable Food Drive

Hello Everyone,

We have a pack meeting coming up! Please remember to save your uncarved pumpkins for the pumpkin race and canned goods for our food drive. 

We have pumpkin races coming up Thursday, November 17th, 2016. The rules for the races are below.  Please scroll down to view the rules. There will be a prize for the best decorated and fastest pumpkin. Circle S Farms still has plenty of pumpkins left. They are selling them for $0.45 per pound, pie pumpkins for $1.50. They are open 8-4 weekdays, 8-1 on Saturday. (Please call to make sure they are open before going)

Please take time to look at our website and NEW online calendar. Webmaster Scott has spent a ton of time getting these online and kept up to date. We have added these items online to benefit you and give you as much information as possible so if If there is anything you would like see added to either the calendar, website or Facebook page please let myself, Angela or Scott know. Have a great week and see you on the 17th.

Pumpkin Race - 5 Simple Rules

1.     Pumpkin/Gourd Size cannot be more than 20 inches diameter

2.     Race entry cannot be more than 24 inches wide to fit on the ramp 

3.     No carved pumpkins (this gets too messy) 

4.     Paint/Glue/Decorations MUST be dry

5.     Must have at least three wheels

6.     Owner's name must be viewable on pumpkin/gourd.

Thanks,

Matt Beal

Cubmaster, Pack 136

It's time for 2017 Dues

It is that time of the year again. We need to complete our pack re-charter with the BSA by December for the upcoming 2017 scout year. In order to complete this requirement timely, it is very important that we complete the dues renewal process at our November Pack Meeting. The process is very simple because we do all the work for you. At the Dues table, just let us know that your son will be continuing in the Scouting program for the 2017 Scouting year and take care of the associated annual fees 

For Tigers to Webelos 1s:                                                For Webelos 2s:

Total Fee - $80.00                                                                Total Fee - $60.00

BSA Registration Fee $24.00                                              BSA Registration Fee $24.00

Boy’s Life Magazine $12.00                                                Boy’s Life Magazine $12 

Den Activities Fee $24.00                                                    Den Activities Fee $8.00

Pack Activities Fee $20.00                                                   Pack Activities Fee $16.00

Den and Pack Fees reduced for Webelos 2s since they move to the Troop after 4 months. 

You can pay at upcoming den meetings or at the Pack meeting with either a check made out to Pack 136 or you can pay with Credit/Debit Card at the pack meeting. Please note there is a $2.00 fee if you pay electronically with a credit/debit card. 

Hello Leaders - 

I have attached a copy of the flag ceremony used at Pack openings. When it is your Den's turn to do the opening at a Pack meeting, please review, follow and practice this. Hopefully this will make things easier for you and your boys. You can print off a copy and have one there for the Leader/speaker if need be. The cardboard version of the Scout Law and Oath is just inside the door of the Scout closet. Please have that in front of the stage for all the new Lions and Tigers to see. I will also have the Scout Law and Oath on the big overhead screens as well.

Click here for Flag Ceremony

Thanks for all you do!

Cubmaster Matt

Webelos Adventure - Into The Wild - Nov. 19th 2016

Upcoming Council Activity
When:  Nov. 19th 2016
Where:  Dawes Arboretum, 7770 Jacksontown Rd, Heath, OH 43056

Cost:  $5 per youth

Register online at the calendar tab at http://dawesarb.org/.

Visit the Discovery Center and hike the trails to find wildlife of wetlands, forests and fields.  Where will these animals go and what will they do next?  Complete the requirements for the Into the Wild Adventure.

Get more info on all the upcoming Simon Kenton Council activities at: http://www.skcscouts.org/
These are activities that the council sponsors and are not required but are encouraged.  Any scout may participate, although we will not be participating as a pack.  Please don’t forget that many activities require pre-registration.

Skate Zone 71 – Cub Scout Skate Night in Columbus, OH

Upcoming Council Activity

When: Friday, November 18, 2016
Where: Skate Zone 71, 4900 Evanswood Dr, Columbus, Ohio 43229
Time: 6:00-8:30pm
Cost: $8.00 for admission, skate rental, and fun patch. OR $11.00 includes admission, skate rental, 1 slice of pizza, a drink, and a fun patch.

Reservations: Advanced reservations are REQUIRED. Email Jen at jjones@usa-skating.com or Katy at kwise@usa-skating.com to reserve your spot!

Assists in meeting requirement for Paws of Skill Adventure. Cub Scouts will participate in a Safety & Skill Presentation. Scouts will learn the importance of stretching before & after physical activities. They will also learn proper stretching & warm-up techniques. Group skating will follow. 

Please click here for Skate Zone 71 Flyer

Get more info on all the upcoming Simon Kenton Council activities at: http://www.skcscouts.org/
These are activities that the council sponsors and are not required but are encouraged.  Any scout may participate, although we will not be participating as a pack.  Please don’t forget that many activities require pre-registration.

Our October Carnival Was A Blast !!!

Hello everyone,

To all of you who came and helped at the Pack Meeting Carnival last month - Thank You! It was a great time. I think all the boys had a blast. I especially want to thank all those who stayed to help clean up.

Thanks again for all you do. You definitely help the pack GO! Without all of you and your help the Pack would be struggling.

Thanks,

Cubmaster Matt

Pack Meeting Reminder - Pumpkin Races!

Hello Everyone,

We have a pack meeting coming up! Please remember to save your uncarved pumpkins for the pumpkin race and canned goods for our food drive. 

We have pumpkin races coming up Thursday, November 17th, 2016. The rules for the races are below.  Please scroll down to view the rules. There will be a prize for the best decorated and fastest pumpkin. Circle S Farms still has plenty of pumpkins left. They are selling them for $0.45 per pound, pie pumpkins for $1.50. They are open 8-4 weekdays, 8-1 on Saturday. (Please call to make sure they are open before going)

Please take time to look at our website and NEW online calendar. Webmaster Scott has spent a ton of time getting these online and kept up to date. We have added these items online to benefit you and give you as much information as possible so if If there is anything you would like see added to either the calendar, website or Facebook page please let myself, Angela or Scott know. Have a great week and see you on the 17th.

Pumpkin Race - 5 Simple Rules

1.     Pumpkin/Gourd Size cannot be more than 20 inches diameter

2.     Race entry cannot be more than 24 inches wide to fit on the ramp 

3.     No carved pumpkins (this gets too messy) 

4.     Paint/Glue/Decorations MUST be dry

5.     Must have at least three wheels

6.     Owner's name must be viewable on pumpkin/gourd.

Thanks,

Matt Beal

Cubmaster, Pack 136

Pack Meeting – Opening/Closing Schedule:

This is a friendly reminder that your den will conduct the Opening Flag Ceremony and be responsible for Set-Up and Clean-up at the following Pack Meetings.    

• Pumpkin Races/Food Drive – Nov. 2016 – Webelos 1
• Winter Wonderland/Food Drive – Dec. 2016 – Wolf
• Pinewood Derby/Raingutter Regatta – Jan. 2017 – Tigers
• Blue and Gold Banquet – Feb. 2017 – Lions 
• Chili Cook Off – Mar. 2017 – Webelos 2 
• Columbus Zoo Visit – Apr. 2017 – Webelos 1 
• Bridge Crossover Ceremony – May 2017 – Bears and Boy Scouts

The Pack Meeting event will determine how much set-up and clean-up time will be required.

When it is your den month, we expect all parents and scouts to participate.  If we all help-out, then clean-up will go much quicker.  Please arrive at 6:00 pm on the pack meeting set-up day unled told otherwise.  You can clear set-up time with the Cubmaster or Den Leader ahead of time if needed. 

Please use the PACK MEETING CLEAN-UP CHECK OFF SHEET to make sure you do not meet anything during clean-up.  

Click here for Clean-up Checklist

Webelos Scout Day At The Zoo Field Trip - Dec 4th 2016

Hello Webelos Parents,

We are planning a field trip to the Columbus Zoo on Dec 4^th to participate in their new Webelos Adventures program.  The program we will be attending is the am session from 9:30am – 12:30  and the cost is $18 per Scout (zoo admission included).  Our Scouts will be working on their Webelos Walkabout, Adventure in Science and Into the Wild requirements.

Please note that you must register your child for this program on the Columbus Zoo’s website.  There are currently 8 spots remaining.  This will fill up quickly.  If your child plans to participate, please register as soon as possible to ensure your child will be able to attend.  Remember you must sign up for Webelos as they offer this program for all the ranks.

Here is a link to the website:  Columbus Zoo

If you are unable to make it to this session, please feel free to attend another session and let us know so you child will receive requirement credits.

We hope to see you there!

Regards,

Scott Hanna

Assistant Leader, Den 3 Pack 136

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Cubs in Shining Armor

More on our November Theme...Courteous

A Scout Is courteous. How Does “Cubs In Shining Armor” relate to this point of the Scout Law? 

A Scout knows good manners make it easier for people to get along together. The word “courteous” is an old English word that comes from the time of knights. Many associate chivalry and graciousness with a knight in shining armor because of their code of conduct. The knight’s code of conduct extols these virtues, ensuring that a Cub Scout in shining armor will exhibit courtesy to all.

Our New Pack Calendar !!!

Hello Cub Scout Parents and Leaders,

Please see our up-to-date Pack Calendar on the left side of this page for all your den, pack and council activities!  If you have an activitiy/event you would like to add, please let me know.

Leaders: 

1. Please let me know of any and all den activities so we can keep our calendar up-to-date.  This includes field trips and special activities.

2.  If you need to update a den date and/or time, please let me know. This would rescheduled due to holidays or last minute cancellations.   

Regards,

Webmaster Scott

Simon Kenton Council Website Hyperlink Update

Please note that there is an error in our November newsletter.  The Simon Kenton Council website has been updated and the hyperlink in the newsletter is no longer accurate.

Here is the correct link:

http://skcscouts.org/    

Courteous

Our Theme for November 2016 is Courteous

A Scout is courteous. A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows that using good manners makes it easier for people to get along.  

"A Scout is courteous" is another way of saying "A Scout is a gentleman." Open a door for someone. Offer your seat on a bus or in a busy waiting room to an elderly person, a pregnant woman, or anyone who needs it more than you. Greet others with a firm handshake. Do your share of family chores in a pleasant way. Say "Please" and "Thank you" or "Pardon me" and "I'm sorry" whenever appropriate. 

Being courteous shows that you are aware of the feelings of others. The habits of courtesy that you practice as a Scout will stay with you throughout your life.

Try to incorporate the Scout Law core values into everything you do.  

Always remember, a Scout is :  Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Couteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent

Cubmaster Matt

It's Time for Annual Dues for 2017!

It is that time of the year again. We need to complete our pack re-charter with the BSA by December for the upcoming 2017 scout year. In order to complete this requirement timely, it is very important that we complete the dues renewal process at our November Pack Meeting. The process is very simple because we do all the work for you. At the Dues table, just let us know that your son will be continuing in the Scouting program for the 2017 Scouting year and take care of the associated annual fees

For Tigers to Webelos 1s:                                                For Webelos 2s:

Total Fee - $80.00                                                                Total Fee - $60.00

BSA Registration Fee $24.00                                              BSA Registration Fee $24.00

Boy’s Life Magazine $12.00                                                Boy’s Life Magazine $12

Den Activities Fee $24.00                                                    Den Activities Fee $8.00

Pack Activities Fee $20.00                                                   Pack Activities Fee $16.00

Den and Pack Fees reduced for Webelos 2s since they move to the Troop after 4 months.

You can pay at upcoming den meetings or at the Pack meeting with either a check made out to Pack 136 or you can pay with Credit/Debit Card at the pack meeting. Please note there is a $2.00 fee if you pay electronically with a credit/debit card. 

Scouting for Food

Update:  We will be collecting both canned food and non-perishable food items at both our November and December Pack Meetings!!!

Coming up in November is going to be our annual Scouting for Food canned food drive. We will collect all canned food donations at the November Pack Meeting on Nov 17th, 7:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church.  Everything collected goes to the Mid-Ohio Food bank to help needy families.

November Pack Meeting - Pumpkin Races !!!

Thursday Nov. 17th, 7:00 PM at the First Presbyterian Church

Update - Scouts can race a pumpkin or a gourd!

              

Bring your own pumpkin or gourd decorated and on wheels.  We will judge them and then you will race them down the pumpkin ramp. We will be judging pumpkins/gourds on originality, race-ability, and many other factors, so Be Creative!!! Best design award will be given for each Cub Scout rank. An award will also be given for fastest pumpkin.

 

Five simple race rules:

1.     Pumpkin/Gourd Size cannot be more than 20 inches diameter

2.     Race entry cannot be more than 24 inches wide to fit on the ramp

3.     No carved pumpkins (this gets too messy)

4.     Paint/Glue/Decorations MUST be dry

5.     Must have at least three wheels

6.     Owner's name must be viewable on pumpkin/gourd.

Popcorn Sale Update - Please Read !!!

Hello Scout Families!

This is Wade, the Popcorn Kernel for Pack 136.

We are quickly approaching the end of the popcorn sale.  The last date for you to turn in popcorn, pick up popcorn is Thursday, Nov 3rd from 6:30pm - 8:00pm.  You can also turn in money this night or wait until the November pack meeting.

If you need popcorn,it is imperative that you come to the church Thursday night or contact me with your needs.

If you have popcorn to return, you MUST come to the church Thursday and turn it back in.  I can not accept any more popcorn after Thursday.

Monthly Parent and Leader Planning Meeting

Pack Parents & Leaders Meeting:  Nov. 3^rd 6:00 pm at FPC

District Roundtable:  Nov. 3^rd 7:00 pm at FPC

The next Pack Leaders meeting is going to be held on November 3^rd at 6:00 pm at FPC. All dens should please have a representative at the leaders meeting.  Parents are also welcome to participate to see what is going on with the pack. 

We are also looking for new adult volunteers and have several immediate openings.  If you are interested in helping as Pack Chaplain – Religious Emblems Coordinator, or Friends of Scouting Representative, please let the Cubmaster know.  

Cub Scouts is a volunteer run organization and without volunteers we can’t make the pack go!!