Crofton Pack 731

Thursday, February 28, 2008

Changing of the Guard

At the Blue and Gold banquet last Saturday, Pack 731 had a turnover of the role of Cubmaster. Andy "Pack-Man" Musliner turned over the responsibilities to Ass't Cubmaster Roger Hansen.
Andy has been a dynamic "Leader of Scouts" over the past few years and his energy and creativity will be hard follow but the entire Pack is looking forward to what is in store for the Pack with Roger at the helm.

Roger can be reached by email at cubmaster@croftonpack731.org...please email him at anytime with ideas, wishes of luck, and offers of help!

Camp Tomahawk 2008 Registration Forms

For everyone going to Camp Tomahawk this summer, the deadline for Early Bird registration (with discount) is March 3. The deadline for regular registration is in April.

Because the Capitol District's Website is currently down, we've uploaded the required forms here: 2008 Camper Form | 2008 Adult Form | 2008 Tagalong Form

Click on the type of registration you need to complete (adult volunteer, camper, and/or optional tagalong,) to download the forms.

Print out the forms.

Complete both pages of each form, attach a current photograph to each form, and write a check for camper registration.

Deliver the forms and check to Pack 731's Tomahawk registrar, Claire Spencer, at 1609 Twigs Court in Chapman Farm. She will put a Rubbermaid bucket with lid at her front door for camp registrations.

More 2008 camp Tomahawk Information can be downloaded here.

Tuesday, February 26, 2008

A nice endorsement and fond memories of Pack 731

Local blogger Margaret Woda blogged about our January Pinewood Derby and shared memories of her sons preparing for the Derby in years past. Read her post here...

Scouting for Food: 1 March

Don't forget to get your grocery bags out and collect nonperishable food from your neighbors. The deadline is this Saturday, March 1st. Food can be dropped off at 1 of 3 places:
1. 1508 Farlow Ave. Molly Weems 410-721-4895 - PLEASE have it there by 12 Noon .
2. 1534 Elwyn Ave. Sue Conant 410-721-2049 - PLEASE have it there by 12 Noon .
3. The Anne Arundel County Food Bank in Crownsville, MD. (from 9AM- 3PM)
Directions:
450 towards Annapolis. Left on Crownsville Road. Left on Marbury. Go through the stop signs to the large building on the right. Pull up to the loading dock. Boy Scouts and adults will be there to help weigh and organize the food.

Bags were distributed at the Blue and Gold Banquet. Please contact your den leader if you need more bags. Thank you for helping to feed the hungry!Download the flyer for more information: Scoutingforfood.pdf

Monday, February 18, 2008

Camp Tomahawk FAQ and 2008 Information

Please see the link below for document that provides answers to Camp Tomahawk frequently asked questions. It provides general information on activities as well as specific dates, timelines, points of contact, and cost information.
/TomahawkFAQ.0208.pdf

Sunday, February 17, 2008

Camp Tomahawk Registration Now Open!

See the previous posting about the registration for Camp Tomahawk - our summer day camp! Registration is now open!

(Sorry I forgot to put in the title on the last post).

Hear ye, hear ye! Inviting all Pack 731 lads, lassies, lords, and ladies to a fantastic week of Camp Tomahawk day camp! Registration is now open.

This year, the Cubs of the Round Table will lay siege to the Anne Arundel Fairgrounds during the week of July 14-18. (Please note this a DIFFERENT week from in prior years).

Camp Tomahawk is ye nationally certified Cub Scout day camp for boys entering 2nd through 5th grade (entering ranks Wolf through Web-II). Featuring... archery, BBs, crafts, fishing, outdoor games, Scout skills, science and nature, whittling, wood burning, special activity stations, opportunities to earn thy rank achievements and belt loops, a special evening for Webelos, songs, skits, jokes, coups, and fun!

Registration starts online this year, forsooth. Just follow these steps:

1. Go to http://www.vogelweb.us/thecapitoldistrict/CT_2008.htm

2. Click on what type of registration thou wants to complete (adult volunteer, camper, optional tagalong, or optional youth aide) to download the registration forms to thy computer.

3. Print out ye forms.

4. Complete both pages of each form, attach a current photograph to each form, and write a check for camper registration.

5. Deliver ye forms and check to Pack 731's Tomahawk registrar, Claire Spencer, at 1609 Twigs Court in Chapman Farm. She will put a Rubbermaid bucket with lid at her front door for camp registrations.

The deadline for Early Bird registration (with discount) is March 3. The deadline for regular registration is in April.

All ye campers MUST have an associated adult volunteer for at least one day - that can be station staff, den leaders, adult assistants, camp set-up, and/or breakdown. Adults, please consider volunteering all week – ye camp needs thee. Pack 731 must supply at least one all-week volunteer for every six Scouts registered, so start planning thy vacation time now. Note that an all-week volunteer position can be “split” between two people if necessary to accommodate work/vacation schedules. Note also that the adult does not have to be a parent - uncles and grandparents can volunteer also. All camp den leaders, staffers, and youth aides will need to attend a training class in June. If you can't make camp, please consider set up or break down.

The Tag-a-long child-care program is available for siblings when the parent is volunteering at camp. Tags must be potty-trained; age-appropriate activities and snacks are offered. There is also a big-girl Tag program for older sisters, which functions more like the boys' dens. It's geared for older sisters -- in the 9 to 13 year range. They form a den like the Cub Scout dens and rotate with the Webelos, so they're doing archery, BBs, etc. just like the boys. New this year, one Tag-a-long is FREE for all-week volunteers.

If thou hast any questions about Camp Tomahawk, do not hesitate to contact the Cubmaster at cubmaster@croftonpack731.org, Asst. Cubmaster at asstcubmaster@croftonpack731.org, or the Committee Chair at committeechair@croftonpack731.org. Questions about registration should be addressed to Claire Spencer at tcspencer@comcast.net. Avaunt, ye Cub Scout Knights, and sign up nowe!

For details and the FAQ on Camp Tomahawk, visit ye Pack’s website at: http://www.croftonpack731.org/events_tomahawk.html.

Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Blue & Gold Banquet Reminder

Please R.S.V.P. to your Den Leader by Friday, February 15.

Pack 731 Celebrates the Chinese New Year
Saturday, February 23, 2008 6-9p.m.
Crofton Elementary School
Cost: $5.00 per family

Salad, Pizza, Chicken Nuggets, Italian subs and Cake will be served. Please bring your own beverages.

Special Performance of the Traditional Chinese Lion Dance performed by the Tai Yim Kung Fu School.