Weekly Update

09/24/2013 22:40
Bear Den meeting (3rd graders).  Wednesday, Sept 25th 7p-8p  Mr Tom Johannessen's house, 902 Angelica Circle, Joliet (near Jones Elementary).   Mr Tom should have (or will be) sending out an email to the parents who we have on the list in this age group.
 
Webelos Den Meeting (4th & 5th grades) Thursday, Sept 26th 6:30p-7:30p Mr Joe Harrison's house, 904 Willow, Shorewood, IL (near Four Seasons Park off Seil rd)  Mr. Joe should have contacted all his familes about this meeting.
 
Wolf & Tiger Meeting (2nd & 1st Graders) Friday, Sept 27th.  I will be sending out an email Tuesday evening with the time and location details.  I need to confirm my travel time home for Friday before I feel comfortable setting the meeting time (either 6:30 or 7pm).  We are still in need of a Tiger & Wolf Den Leader.  The meeting day may change.  
 
Reminders for den meeting will be coming from the den leaders email for future meetings.
 
Dollinger's Pumpkin Farm - Sunday, Sept 29th, 1pm, meet at the bridge in the play area across from the parking lot.  As a group, we are eligible for a discount for hay rides (with discount, $5/person) and corn maze (with discount, $2/person).  This is a family fun event, where very little structured activities are planned.  It is a chance to get know other families in the pack.   If you have a Pack t-shirt (Class B Uniform), feel free to wear it, otherwise, dress for the weather. Free event, some features & all concessions not included.
 
October Pack Meeting - Friday, October 4th 6:30pm Walnut Trails.  We are anticipating a visit from the local food pantry to talk about an upcoming service project, we will have the scouts work with the flags so they understand flag ceremonies and proper handling, and a ceremony to recognize the achievements our scouts have earned over the summer.  Pack meetings usually last about an hour-and-a-half.
 
Colorwalk - Saturday, October 5th 9:30am - Gebhard Woods, Morris Illinois.  Another Family Fun event.  A short hike followed by some activities for the scouts.  Dress for the weather, bring a water bottle and your scout book.  Free event, concessions not included.  All scouts who attend & participate will complete a majority of requirements for the hiking belt loop.