Cub Scout Pack 1776
15Jan/13

Pinewood Derby – Tip #1

Pack 1776,

Here is the first of several Pinewood Derby (PWD) tips that will follow over the next week. The PWD Committee looks forward to you having a great time at the event this year!

Pinewood Derby - Tip #1

Sincerely,
Harry Beck

15Jan/13

MDSC Friends of Scouting 2013

Find out how you can help by visiting the Council website.

15Jan/13

February Hike – Little Yosemite, Sunol Region Wilderness

Little Yosemite is a scenic gorge on Alameda Creek about two miles upstream from park headquarters. Cub scouts will enjoy this beautiful hike with its gorgeous waterfalls and pools.

Date: Sunday, Feb 24, 2012
Time: 8:45 am – 12:00 pm Time changed!
Location: Little Yosemite, Sunol Regional Wilderness, Sunol
Meeting Point: Corner of parking lot right by the trailhead.
Attire: Class B
Awards: Trail Trekkers Cub Scout Patch/Progressive Hike Award.
Fees: Park Entrance Fees - $5.00
Must read: Hike info
Contact: Hiking Chair - Sachin Sheth (925.968.9940)

Details

Distance, category, and difficulty:
Easy, 4.4 miles
Hiking time:
~3 hours
Exposure:
Exposed
Trail surfaces:
Fire roads and dirt trails
What to bring:

  • Binoculars
  • Long pants
  • Dress in layers – please wear weather appropriate attire.
  • Snacks
  • Water

Getting there:
• Go south on I-680 and exit at Calaveras Road/Highway 84 just south of the town of Pleasanton. Turn left onto Calaveras Road and proceed to Geary Road, which leads directly into the park.

GPS Coordinates* for Trailhead:
Latitude 37°30'55.58"N
Longitude 121°49'50.27"W

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