USS Pampanito Update (with directions and parking info)
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Dear Submariners,
Attached is a few pages from the USS Pampanito manual (doc) (pdf) (so you don't have to print the whole thing) that gives directions, parking information, suggested clothing, and other important information. If you haven't filled out the medical release form yet, please do so and have it ready for one of the co-chairs (Steve J, John P or me) on Pier 45. The required paperwork must be in order before the USS Pampanito staff allows us to begin our activity.
We'll all meet on Pier 45 in front of the submarine at 1900 hours (7:00 PM). The parking garage is available to us at 1830 hours (6:30 PM).
Regards,
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Submariners,
Here is the parking pass (doc) (pdf) for the USS Pampanito overnight adventure. The manual says 10 spots are free but...my contact at the USS Pampanito said to make as many copies as we need. I'm hoping this means free parking for all!
Regards,
Harry[/stextbox]
Date: Friday - Saturday, June 11-12, 2010
Time: 7:00PM
Dear Pack 1776 Submariners,
Almost everything you need to know, including directions, is in this USS Pampanito Overnight Program Guide!
Yes, school is almost over and our overnight adventure is soon to begin! We can meet on the dock in front of the USS Pampanito at 1900 hours (7:00 PM) Friday evening. After the staff of the USS Pampanito has finished reviewing our paperwork, we will have a safety briefing, a mandatory fire drill, and a special tour before re-boarding the ship with our gear.
Three of the four Officer’s Quarters are reserved for the women on board. These have at least two bunks and a curtain, which is all the privacy a submarine offers. The fourth Officer’s Quarter is larger, and is temporarily reserved for any scout and their Akela who may have medical issues (migraines, those who take medicine at odd hours, etc.). Everyone else is expected to sleep in the Crew’s Berth. We are not assigning berths (there are no better or worse berths). Two years ago most of our scouts wanted the bottom and middle berths, while their Dads took the top berths.
There is free parking in the garage next to the dock for the first 10 automobiles. Additional cars can park for $15 (half their normal rate).
What should you bring? A good list is on the USS Pampanito website (http://www.maritime.org/scout.htm) and in the attached program guide. Below is a summary:
- Money (we are passing the hat for late night pizza before the movie starts in the forward torpedo room.
- Sleeping bag. If you sleep with a pillow, bring one!
- Wash cloth and hand towel.
- Toiletries, including a cup (no paper cups on board) or bottled water for brushing/rinsing. Remember, there are only two sinks and no showers in a WWII submarine (fresh water was only used for drinking and the batteries).
- Flashlight.
- Something warm for the kids to sleep in and a change of clothes. The evenings can be cool in San Francisco.
- Camera. The best photo opportunities are at sunset, during the morning tour (with Alcatraz in the background) and anytime inside the submarine. We will have an opportunity for a group photo Saturday morning.
A list of participants is below, for those who wish to carpool.
Regards,
Harry B
PLAN OF THE DAY
Below is a plan that provides a general framework for the evening’s activities. As with the best-laid plans, sometimes things will not happen exactly as scheduled, so there is room for flexibility in this plan to accommodate the special circumstances that may arise with each group. From time to time, our staff may also find it necessary to alter the time and sequence of activities. The key word is "flexibility." All times are approximate.
Evening:
1900 Arrival; obtain parking instructions; group leader meets with staff to complete necessary paperwork.
2000 Group tours pier exhibits, accompanied by staff member.
2030 Rules of conduct,audio tour of submarine, pierside activities/instruction).
2100 Fire Drill (mandatory)
2130 Conning tower tour.
2200 Load Gear
Nighttime:
2400 Lights out. Night watch established and begin watch activities
Morning:
0700 Reveille. Dress; begin packing up gear.
0800 Colors. (If your group would like to raise colors, let us know!)
0800-0900 Clean up time; pack gear off the boat; take group photograph. (All gear must be off the boat by 0900, when we open to the public.)
Remember that this is a general framework - events may unfold at different times!
Adult Participants:
- Daniel A
- Harry B, Co-Chair
- Lisa C
- Scott E
- Christel H
- Steve J, Co-Chair
- Jeffrey K
- Suchit K
- Ed L
- Alan & Stella L
- John O
- Tommy P
- John P, Co-Chair
- Christopher S
- Yuji Y
Flag Planting Ceremony (Updated again)
Update 2 (5/25 10pm): We have 32 people signed up so far. The coordinator told me that they only have 350 patches to hand out & they may have more scouts than that, so be sure to get there early. The program starts at 9am & he said it should only last "about 90 minutes". Keep in mind that the flyer says 9-12pm.
Scouts & Adult leaders- make sure you wear your full Class A uniform. It gets you free admission to the Exploratorium.
If any of you are still interested in going, it is not too late. Just let me know.
Update 1 (5/25 3pm): We have over 10 non-uniformed adults signed up so far and have secured a group rate of $10 per adult and $7 per child in case you want to bring siblings along. More details to come. Stay tuned.
Date: Saturday, May 29, 2010
Time: 9am - 12noon
Location: San Francisco National Cemetery, 1 Lincoln Blvd., Presidio of San Francisco (map)
Hi Pack 1776 families-
I know this is last minute but there is a Flag Planting Ceremony at the San Francisco National Cemetery this Saturday. It comes with patches and free admission to the Exploratorium. We need a quick head count by TODAY to reserve patches.
Let me know ASAP if you are interested.
- I need number of scouts attending & number of Adults.
- Uniforms get you in free to the exploratorium, so dress in full class A
- If we have enough people, we get discounts on the non uniformed adults & siblings.
Yours in Scouting,
Cubmaster Ed
P.S. Only scouts and adult leaders in full uniform will be admitted to Exploratorium for free. Parents will have to pay the general admission of $15 per person. If we have 10 or more non-uniformed parents, we should be able to get a group rate of $10 per person.
5th Annual ScoutReach Golf Tournament
Date: Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Time: Registration opens at 11:00 am
Location: Hiddenbrooke Golf Club, Vallejo (map)
Costs:
- Foursome $500 ($600 after May 15!)
- Individual Golfer $150 ($175 after May 15!)
- Unit Tee/Green sponsor $100
ScoutReach Golf Early Bird Sign Up
Time is running out on the Early Bird sign up! If you are planning on playing in the ScoutReach Golf Tournament this year, go online and sign up now! For those that are wanting to get an upper hand on the tournament, you may be interested in practicing your golf swings on a simulator such as the optishot for golfers of all experience levels to improve their game! The Early Bird registration deadline is May 15th! Don't wait, sign up today for a fun day of golf and fellowship for a great cause! This action packed day will include lunch and dinner, golf, a cart, range balls, a no host bar and awards.
All proceeds go to benefit the Mt. Diablo Silverado Council's ScoutReach programs that currently provides the Scouting program to 625 at-risk youth in the after school programs and over 1,700 multicultural youth participating in our sports programs with a majority being Hispanic youth in our Soccer and Scouting program.
For more information and registration, go to the council website.
Cub Scout Olympics
Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Time: 10am - 2pm
Location: Acalanes High School, 1212 Pleasant Hill Road, Lafayette (map)
Price:
$10 ($15 at door) Cub Scouts and Siblings - includes awards, patch, and BBQ lunch;
$5 adults - includes BBQ lunch
Calling all cub scouts and their families! Join us at Acalanes High School for an exciting and fun filled day of friendly competition.
Events will be organized by age groups (Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Sibilings). The individual events are: standing long jump, bean bag toss, frisbee throw, knot tying, obstacle course, and more. The pack events are running relay and tug-of-war.
Get more information and register here.
Pack Meeting (In the Spotlight)
Date: Friday, May 21, 2010
Time: 6:15m - 9pm
Location: MPR
Agenda
Rank Achievement Ceremony - Wolves & Tigers
Movie Night!
Setup/Opening - Den 9
Gathering - Den 5
Skits - Den 4 & 8
Snack(popcorn)/Clean-up - Den 10
Cubmobile Design Specifications
Here is the step-by-step instructions for building a CubMobile for the upcoming race. Click to open or download the file. Good luck!
San Ramon Art & Wind Festival – Volunteers Needed
Date: Sunday - Monday, May 30-31, 2010 (Memorial day weekend)
Time: 10am - 5pm
Location: San Ramon Central Park (map)
We are looking for volunteers to help participate in booth duty at the Cotton Candy Booth during San Ramon Art and Wind Festival. This year we are targeting to raise over $1700 at the booth over the 2 day period. We are renting 2 high powered cotton candy machines in order to make sure we can keep up with the crowds.
If you can volunteer for an hour or 2 during the weekend, please contact your Den leaders ASAP.
Thank you.
Scout Day Cal Football – Save the Date
Date: Saturday, November 13, 2010
Time: TBD
Location: Memorial Stadium, Berkeley CA
Click here for more info.
Family Flight Day
Date: Saturday, August 7, 2010
Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Location: Martinez Waterfront Park (map)
Save the date for Family Flight Day. More information to come at the council website.
