Cub Scouts Welcome Kickoff
Pack 1776 friends and families,
The leaders of Pack 1776 would like to invite you and your families to the 2011 Welcome Back Kickoff on Saturday, August 27, 2011, from 3:00pm-5:00pm, at Coyote Crossing Park located at 3495 Rosincress Drive. Cubmaster John and many Pack leaders have been hard at work this summer planning a fantastic fun filled year of great Scouting activities! We encourage you to bring your friends that may be interesting in joining Pack 1776. The attire for the returning scouts is the class A (regular uniform) or class B uniform (Pack 1776 t-shirt), and be sure to bring your checkbook for the annual registration dues.
Things to bring: clipboard and pen, lawn chairs, blankets to sit on, checkbooks
Agenda
Flag ceremony
Pledge of Allegiance
Scouts and siblings to join in field games
Welcome and Leader introductions (John)
Announcements and calendar review of major events (John)
Volunteer positions (Steve)
Snack: S’mores
Closing ceremony
Clean up
Please come, reconnect with friends, share what you’ve been doing this summer, and help us kick off the year!
Cheers!
Steve Jackson
Pack 1776 Committee Chairperson
Yosemite Camping
This is one of over 50 wonderful photos of Tuolumne Meadows taken during our camping trip this past weekend. The mule deer pictured was not immediately frightened by my younger son. All the wildlife was fun to watch with the exception of a yearling (bear) that kept wandering through our campsite at night.
Harry Beck
Assistant Cubmaster
Indy® Grand Prix of Sonoma – August 28
Hello Scouts of Pack 1776 and Race Fans!
Cubmaster John here!
Hope you are all having an outstanding summer. Our Pack 1776 never slows down on the fun events during the break, and next month's Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma race is the high speed proof of that.
Once again Webmaster Stella worked her magic and arranged for the fastest day of the summer, FREE for scouts and leaders in their class A uniforms, with discounted tickets available for only $20. That's over $35 in savings from the regular price of $55.
We requested 50 tickets to sell. I would ask that you consider attending the race, while extending the invitation and opportunity to your friends, families, neighbors, co-workers to join in on this opportunity to purchase these low,low,low cost tickets, and to support their cubs at Pack 1776.
Here's some info from Stella herself:
- Scouts in Class A do not need a ticket. They are admitted free at the door.
- Friends and family can get discounted tickets from Stella for $20 ($55 regular) with no transaction fee.
- More info on scout day at http://www.infineonraceway.com/scouts
- More info on the race at http://www.infineonraceway.com/tickets/indy_grand_prix_of_sonoma/
- Anyone interested can contact Stella
Tell the boys, I can't promise that Lighting McQueen will be there, but Dario Franchitti, Helio Castroneves and Danica Patrick will be.
Thank you for helping support the Pack.
John
Kiwanis Danville 4th of July Parade WINNERS
That's right, Pack 1776, WINNERS!
Winners, not only because the judges among the parade organizers, the Kiwanis Club of Danville, gave us top honors in the Scout Unit category.
Winners, not only because our scouts and their parents braved the long ride and walk, intense heat and unrelenting sun.
Winners, not only because our scouts offered their holiday weekend to wash the Huey, arrive early and support the local Vietnam Veteran's organization.
Winners, because on the day of our country's birthday, engaging the crowd with our cheers "U-S-A" and "Cub -Scouts" and "seventeen-SEVENTY SIX" we made the positive impression on our community that I hope our boys will continue to make into their adult years. To serve without seeking reward, to work without whiiiiiiiining, to contribute to our society without groping for recognition.
Did I mention we didn't even have our pack banner? No kidding, we entertained the audience with our pack yells, our enthusiasm, and our charming personalities.
From Den Leader Harry Beck, reaching out to awe-inspired watchers, as he rode left-side, spreading the word about the history of the Huey.
Or from Den Leader Ammy Pluth and Stella Lei, riding right side, leading the scouts in cheers.
Or from Den Leaders Alan Lei and Ada Ip, leading the ground forces who ran along the side of the helicopter, namely the tireless families and parents, like mobile infantry.
And the boys? A great bunch of troopers of whom I am proud. They made it known who we are...seventeen SEVENTY SIX!
Many thanks again to Earle, our heroic host who made this great ride a reality. To Evelyn Chin, the event organizer. To the parents of our boys for their limitless support.
And thanks to the boys who rode the Huey and marched in a very special parade. Not surprising, the theme of the parade this year was "Recognizing Our Future Leaders." Meet our future leaders, the Winners of Pack 1776.
Here's our list of Participating Scouts:
Jack G
Ethan M
Andrew K
Emmett L
Aidan L
Hayden C
Trevor C
Garrett C
Alexander B
Brandon B
Raj P
Jack P
David X
James S
Brennan C
Cubmaster John
Danville Parade Detail
Date: Monday, July 4, 2011
Time:
- 8:00 AM - Arrive for a pre-flight briefing
- 9:00 AM - Parade starts
- 10:15 AM - Parade finishes for scouts
Location: Danville, CA
The parade starts at 9:00AM. In spite of there being no seat belts nor seat belt lights, passengers must be prepared to remain seated for the entire low-level flight down Main Street. Parachutes will not be available so no exiting will be allowed until the final Landing Zone is reached and with pilot permission.
[stextbox id="download" caption="Logistics" align="center"]Arrive at 8:00am for a pre-flight briefing.
Meet up at staging area M (see Staging Areas and Parking Lot Map).[/stextbox]
[stextbox id="alert" caption="Important" align="center"]Scouts and adult participants in Class A uniforms.
Bring enough water, sunscreen, hats.
Closed-toe shoes required. No flip-flops or sandals.
No candy, no gum, no food.
Participants MUST fill out the permission slip to participate.[/stextbox]
[stextbox id="warning" caption="Road Closures" align="center"]Please note that Diablo Road and Sycamore Valley Road will be closed at 6:00AM.[/stextbox]
[stextbox id="info" caption="Parking" align="center"]You can park at the following parking lots (see Staging Areas and Parking Lot Map).
- Del Amigo High School Parking Lot
- Railroad Ave Museum/Lunardi's Parking Lot
- Pete's & Clocktower Parking Lot
- The Park-N-Ride lot, northeast of Sycamore Valley Road, crossing Interstate Hwy 680
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[stextbox id="info" caption="Pick Up" align="center"]The parade starts at Railroad Ave and Hartz, and ends one mile at Sycamore Valley Road and San Ramon Valley Road. You can expect to pick up your scout about 1 hour after they start down the parade route. The pick up area is on San Ramon Valley Blvd located South of Sycamore Valley Road. Bus transportation is provided to return participants to the parade beginning staging areas. (see Parade Route Map)
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Kiwanis Danville 4th of July Parade
Event 1: Huey Washdown
Date: Sunday, July 3, 2011
Time: 4:00PM
Location: Buchannan Field at the end of John Glenn Dr, Concord
Attire: Class B
Event 2: Danville July 4th Parade
Date: Monday, July 4, 2011
Time: 8:00AM
Location: Downtown Danville
Attire: Class A
Pack 1776,
We've been invited by the Vietnam Veterans of Diablo Valley and Concord to march/ride along with them INSIDE a Vietnam era Huey helicopter at the the Kiwanis Danville 4th of July parade. Along with this honor comes responsibility. Our pack is being offered the opportunity to wash the Huey on July 3rd at 4 PM. Buckets, wash cloths and clean water will be provided. The Huey is at the base of the control tower at Buchannan Field (Concord, CA), at the end of John Glenn Dr. Scouts who participate in the helicopter wash will be able to ride in the helicopter during the parade the next day. Please note that participation in the Huey wash is MANDATORY to ride in the Huey during the parade the next day. Scout who cannot attend the Huey wash on July 3rd at 4 PM can march along side the Huey. All scouts need to be at the parade start at 8:00 AM July 4th. Complete details of the parade will be posted after June 30th.
Evelyn Chin
Pack 1776 Parade Coordinator
Flag Planting Recap
A huge thank you to the loyal scouts who traveled all the way to the Presidio in San Francisco to honor our fallen soldiers and veterans on Memorial Day weekend. Each scout assisted with the “planting” of an American flag at the headstones of the military cemetery, joining other Cub Scout packs from all over the Bay Area.
Our Scouts included:
Aidan L
Alex E
Dylan W
Emmett L
Ethan M (and his sister Zoe)
Hayden C
Jack P
James S
Joshua K
Each scout earned a special Memorial Day patch for their efforts.
This is truly one of the most meaningful acts of community service our boys can perform.
Jeff Kahsen
Summer Camping – Yosemite
Come join us this summer for some high sierra camping!!
We have reserved two group sites in Tuolumne Meadows in Yosemite National Park for August 12-15 (3 nights) with excellent views and REAL restrooms close by.
Tuolumne Meadows, at an elevation of 8,600 feet, is the largest sub-alpine meadow in the Sierra Nevada. The Tuolumne Meadows area is graced by the winding Tuolumne River and surrounded by majestic peaks and domes. Spectacular in summer, the higher meadows abound with wildflowers, animal wildlife, and views of the soaring mountain ranges.
If you miss your chance to book a place with us, you can alternatively book a Yosemite national park tour/camping trip yourself through https://www.tours4fun.com/tours/yosemite-national-park/, it is not an experience that should be missed at all, with its stunning views and historical significance in history, it is one for all of the family to enjoy and really take in together. So no matter which way you do it, go and take that trip there, you will not regret going.
Please respond to the Evite and send payment to Scott Evans made payable to PACK 1776 BY July 11th to secure your spots! Payment MUST be received by then. First come, first served. No excuses please.
Cost: $15/person/night with a 2 night minimum.
A standard policy of No Refunds applies.
Please feel free to contact us with questions via email.
Co-Camping Chairs Scott Spears ([email protected]) and Scott Evans ([email protected])
Try Out Scouting this Summer
Cub Scouting is a year-round family program designed for boys in the first through fifth grades, or 7 to 10 years of age. Young boys grow up fast. Give your son a valuable gift by encouraging him to join Cub Scouting today. The time you invest in him today will make a difference in the person he becomes tomorrow.
For a limited time, you can join Pack 1776 for the summer months for just $25! You will receive a Class B uniform tee shirt and be eligible to participate in Pack activities including the USS Hornet Overnighter (6/11), 4th of July Parade in Danville (7/4), Yosemite camping (8/12-15), and Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma (8/28), etc. Come give it a try, get a head start for the coming year, and earn the National Summertime Award!
Find out more about Cub Scouting with Pack 1776 here, and feel free to email us any questions at [email protected].
