posted Oct 25, 2015, 2:42 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Nov 15, 2015, 3:18 PM
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Scouting for Food is an annual food collection orchestrated by Scouts from National Capital Area Council. Local Scouts distribute plastic bags to homes across the region and return to pick up the bags one week later, now filled with food. Collected food is distributed to needy families throughout the community. Cub Scout packs, Boy Scout troops, Venturing crews and Sea Scout ships throughout the Council will be distributing Scouting for Food donation bags in local neighborhoods. They return to collect those bags one week later. Our pack has been assigned neighborhood areas along Rolling Road near our chartered organization, Rolling Valley Elementary School.
When and Where - Bag Distribution: Saturday, November 7
- Food Collection: Saturday, November 14
For both activities we will meet in the parking lot of Rolling Valley Elementary School at 9am to go over the instructions and safety rules, choose drivers, and assign specific zones to each den.According to our friends at Capital Area Food Bank, some of the most highly needed items are: - Non-perishable food items
- Canned protein (tuna, salmon, chicken, peanut butter)
- Soups & stews (beef stew, chili, meat-based soups)
- 100% fruit juices (all sizes)
- Grains (pasta, whole grain pasta, rice, brown rice, boxed macaroni & cheese)
- Cereals (multi grain, low sugar such as cheerios, cornflakes, raisin bran, grape nuts, oatmeal)
- Canned vegetables
- Canned fruits
- Condiments
- Hygiene products (diapers, toilet paper, tissues, soap, toothpaste)
Safety Guidelines - Distribute bags to residences only:
- NO businesses
- NO housing areas with controlled access
- NO places with posted rules prohibiting solicitation
- Youth members should ALWAYS stay in sight of the adult in charge.
- NEVER enter anyone's home under any circumstances.
- Politely decline any cash contributions as this violates National BSA policy.
- Adults need not go door-to-door with the Scouts. They should be close by to keep an eye on all activity.
- All youth members and adult leaders should wear their Scout uniform during Scouting for Food activities.
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posted Oct 10, 2015, 3:50 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Oct 25, 2015, 2:37 PM
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Rolling Valley Elementary School Float Your Boat!
WHEN: Sunday, October 25 1pm-4pm WHERE: Rolling Valley Elementary School (Rear Parking Lot) FEE: None
UNIFORM: T-Shirts
Official Raingutter Regatta Rules
The rules for the Raingutter Regatta are fairly simple. The boys build boats from standard BSA kits
supplied by the pack. Please follow the assembly directions on the package and allow the boys to
decorate in any manner they choose. The actual race will involve a set of raingutters or water-filled tracks. The boys blow air on the sails of the boat with a straw to move them through the water.
Races will be run using a double-elimination bracket. We will try to start with scouts of the same rank
racing each other, but as the bracket advances, scouts of all ranks will be racing against one another. Trophies
will be awarded for first, second, and third place in the Pack, and there will one Best-In-Show award
based on popular vote.
Construction rules: - The boat must be newly built for the current Cub Scouting year.
- As much as practical, the boat should be
substantially built by the Scout with parental supervision.
- Boats must be made from the official BSA Raingutter Regatta Trimaran
Boat Kit.
- All parts (2 outriggers, polymer hull, mast, sail and 4 screws) provided in the kit must
be used in the boat construction.
- NO part substitutions are allowed! Additional parts, decals, paint, and glue are permitted.
- Only boats with dried paint, decorations,
glue (adhesives) will be allowed to compete.
Outrigger Rules: - The Outriggers must be no longer than 7" or shorter than 6 ½".
- The
finished boat must be 3-1/4" wide, which is the dimension of the molded hull.
- The outriggers
must be solid and not split into multiple parts and must be evenly placed.
- The outriggers should
be cut on the leading edge as shown in the enclosed instructions.
- The mast may not be higher than 7” from the deck, nor shorter than 6” from the deck.
- The boat
requires no keel or rudder and none may be added.
Sail Rules: - Must use the sail provided in the kit. It may be trimmed, but cannot be enlarged or added
to, but may be decorated.
- The sail may only be attached to the mast by glue (this is highly
recommended), no mechanical fasteners will be allowed
- The sail may not be in contact with
any part of the boat except the mast.
- No CUP or BOX sails will be accepted. It
should look like the boat on the box.
- The mast hole is molded into the top of the plastic hull and is the only placement allowed
for the mast.
- No mast placement deviations will be allowed and no modifications to the hole are allowed.
- The
mast MUST BE perpendicular (90 degrees) to the hull, angling the mast in any direction is not
allowed.
- Details such as figures, decals and paint are allowed as
long as these details are securely glued or fastened to the boat.
Race Rules:- Two boys will race against each other at a time.
- Each boat must start with the back of the boat touching the end of the rain gutter; the boy must
hold it there by hand.
- When the starter says go, the boys will propel the boats by blowing on the sail.
- Boys may not use their faces, lips, hats, nose or other body parts to move the boat — just their lung power!
- If a boy does
so, he will be given a warning and the race rerun if that boy wins.
- If a boat gets broken during a race, the results stand. The race may be rerun if the judges find a
reason that merits it.
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posted Apr 29, 2014, 5:43 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Oct 9, 2015, 4:40 PM
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Message From The Cubmaster
Hello Pack 1545!
The campout scheduled for this weekend is now postponed due to the upcoming bad weather. We will look at options for rescheduling and post that information as soon as possible.
Thank you for your patience and flexibility! If you have any follow-up questions, please contact me or your den leaders.

WHEN: To be rescheduled
WHERE: Pohick Bay Regional Park, 6501 Pohick Bay Dr, Lorton, VA
FEE: Scouts and daytime visitors attend free
Others $6 per night or $20 max per family
UNIFORM: Class A shirts for ceremonies, Pack t-shirts for all other activities
FOOD: Each family is responsible for its own meals except for:
SUNDAY PANCAKE BREAKFAST
(Pack 1545 will provide pancakes/sausages/juice/milk)
FORMS: The campout permission form, info/packing list, and map are attached.
The Pack 1545 Fall Family Campout will be on a Saturday and Sunday (exact date TBA) at Pohick Bay Regional Park. All members of your family are invited to join us. A pancake breakfast will be provided on Sunday morning. There is an option to set up camp early on Friday night if you wish.
Remember, you can always just come for the day on Saturday and enjoy the activities; you do not have to sleep overnight. Also, if you have other activities, such as sporting events, you are welcome to come and go from the campout as needed for your schedule. Pohick Bay regional Park is about a 25 minute drive from RVES. Don't forget to bring some materials for S’mores on Saturday night!
SAFETY RULES:
- All scouts must be in the presence of another pack member at all times.
- Tiger scouts must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.
- Tiger/Wolf/Bear scouts must sleep in a tent with their own parent/guardian.
- No scout can sleep in a tent with an adult who is not a relative or legal guardian.
- No scout can carry or use a pocketknife without first earning his Whittling Chit.
- No cub scout can carry or use axes, sheath (non-folding) knives or knives with a long (>4") blade.
- No scout can start or tend a campfire without permission from a scout leader.
SUGGESTED GEAR: Tent, sleeping bag/blankets, rubber/foam sleeping mat, ground cloth, sunblock, rain gear, jacket or fleece, change of underwear and socks, extra pair of sneakers or boots, t-shirt/shorts/pants, toothbrush/toothpaste, washcloth, soap, flashlight with extra batteries, cast iron cooking gear, bowls/cups/utensils/plates/mugs/napkins, cleaning materials, water bottle/canteen, insect repellent, camp chair, camera, lantern, charcoal, sports gear. |
posted Sep 15, 2013, 9:54 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Oct 25, 2015, 2:41 PM
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posted Aug 15, 2013, 4:08 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Aug 27, 2013, 7:49 PM
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Here's a hyperlinked version of the GPS Word Search Cue Sheet. Just click a lat, long combination to view the location in Google Maps.
Phrase One |
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format |
Decimal Degrees Format |
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Record Word Here |
Latitude, Longitude |
Latitude, Longitude |
Hint |
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38°46'9.47"N, 77°13'54.22"W |
38.7692972,
-77.2317278 |
This is the front. |
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38°46'7.50"N, 77°13'51.23"W |
38.76875,
-77.2308972 |
This ate nine. |
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38°46'5.88"N, 77°13'47.43"W |
38.7683,
-77.2298417 |
This lights the way. |
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38°46'7.84"N, 77°13'47.34"W |
38.7688444,
-77.2298167 |
This is close to home. |
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38°46'6.48"N, 77°13'48.59"W |
38.7684667,
-77.2301639 |
This keeps the place clean. |
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38°46'6.94"N, 77°13'48.97"W |
38.7685944,
-77.2302694 |
Some use ropes, but this one uses chains. |
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Phrase Two |
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format |
Decimal Degrees Format |
|
Record Word Here |
Latitude, Longitude |
Latitude, Longitude |
Hint |
|
38°46'8.67"N, 77°13'49.24"W |
38.769075,
-77.2303444 |
I made a basket at summer camp. |
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38°46'9.68"N, 77°13'49.77"W |
38.7693556,
-77.2304917 |
Go to the end of the bus line. |
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38°46'8.61"N, 77°13'50.95"W |
38.7690583,
-77.2308194 |
This is underneath a triangle. |
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38°46'9.96"N, 77°13'53.51"W |
38.7694333,
-77.2315306 |
Is anybody hungry? |
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38°46'10.97"N, 77°13'54.47"W |
38.7697139,
-77.2317972 |
You might see the chicken here. |
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38°46'9.47"N, 77°13'54.22"W |
38.7692972,
-77.2317278 |
This is the front. |
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38°46'9.08"N, 77°13'53.72"W |
38.7691889,
-77.2315889 |
This goes up and down. |
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38°46'8.97"N, 77°13'56.25"W |
38.7691583,
-77.2322917 |
This is the middle one of five. |
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Phrase Three |
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format |
Decimal Degrees Format |
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Record Word Here |
Latitude, Longitude |
Latitude, Longitude |
Hint |
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38°46'10.97"N, 77°13'54.47"W |
38.7697139,
-77.2317972 |
You might see the chicken here. |
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38°46'11.33"N, 77°13'54.00"W |
38.7698139,
-77.2316667 |
This is a good place to stop. |
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38°46'9.08"N, 77°13'53.72"W |
38.7691889,
-77.2315889 |
This goes up and down. |
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38°46'8.97"N, 77°13'56.25"W |
38.7691583,
-77.2322917 |
This is the middle one of five. |
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38°46'9.96"N, 77°13'53.51"W |
38.7694333,
-77.2315306 |
Is anybody hungry? |
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38°46'9.17"N, 77°13'51.58"W |
38.7692139,
-77.2309944 |
Thank you very mulch. |
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38°46'8.18"N, 77°13'46.69"W |
38.7689389,
-77.2296361 |
You can be king of this. |
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Phrase Four |
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format |
Decimal Degrees Format |
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Record Word Here |
Latitude, Longitude |
Latitude, Longitude |
Hint |
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38°46'6.55"N, 77°13'46.86"W |
38.7684861,
-77.2296833 |
Only walkers go through here. |
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38°46'5.68"N, 77°13'47.82"W |
38.7682444,
-77.22995 |
This is big and blue. |
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38°46'6.40"N, 77°13'53.04"W |
38.7684444,
-77.2314 |
This is really in the corner. |
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38°46'9.17"N, 77°13'51.58"W |
38.7692139,
-77.2309944 |
Thank you very mulch. |
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38°46'9.45"N, 77°13'50.51"W |
38.7692917,
-77.2306972 |
It's on an island, but there's no water. |
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38°46'7.50"N, 77°13'51.23"W |
38.76875,
-77.2308972 |
This ate nine. |
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Phrase Five |
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format |
Decimal Degrees Format |
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Record Word Here |
Latitude, Longitude |
Latitude, Longitude |
Hint |
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38°46'7.99"N, 77°13'51.23"W |
38.7688861,
-77.2308972 |
Pick up sticks. |
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38°46'9.47"N, 77°13'54.22"W |
38.7692972,
-77.2317278 |
This is the front. |
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38°46'9.08"N, 77°13'53.72"W |
38.7691889,
-77.2315889 |
This goes up and down. |
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38°46'8.09"N, 77°13'56.86"W |
38.7689139,
-77.2324611 |
Use this when things really get hot. |
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38°46'10.97"N, 77°13'54.47"W |
38.7697139,
-77.2317972 |
You might see the chicken here. |
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38°46'6.62"N, 77°13'55.37"W |
38.7685056,
-77.2320472 |
This is a nutty place. |
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38°46'8.50"N, 77°13'55.04"W |
38.7690278,
-77.2319556 |
This thing can be a real gusher! |
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posted Aug 13, 2013, 7:02 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Sep 25, 2015, 6:54 PM
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What: Cub Scout
Pack 1545 GPS Word Search
When: Thursday,
August 15, 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: RVES
school yard
Here’s how the GPS Word Search will work. We’ll place signs
showing a single word on or near “landmarks” located on the RVES property. We’ll
give you a set of GPS coordinates and hints to follow. Find the landmark at
each coordinate on the route and write down the word on the object’s sign to discover
a phrase or message. It’s kind of like a high tech scavenger hunt.
Coordinates will be provided as a combination of latitude (the
east-west bands that run around the globe) and longitude (the north-south
bands). You can plug the latitude and longitude into a GPS (Global Positioning
System) enabled device and use the device to locate the object. This is
easier than it sounds, if you have a smart phone with a map app (an iPhone
or Android), then you have everything that you need to participate. (Of course
if you have a dedicated handheld GPS device then that will work too.)
I won’t go into much of the technical nitty
gritty, but latitude and longitude will be provided in both degrees, minutes,
seconds format and in decimal degrees format so that you’ll have whichever your
device needs. (If you’re using a smart phone then you’ll most likely use the
decimal degree format.) For example, a coordinate on your route sheet might
look like this:
Degrees, Minutes, Seconds Format
Latitude, Longitude
|
Decimal
Degrees Format
Latitude,
Longitude
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Hint
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38°46'5.47"N, 77°13'48.62"W
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38.768186, -77.230172
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This is a diamond in the rough.
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If you’re using an iPhone, you could go to the map app and type
the decimal degrees latitude and longitude (including the comma) into the
search box, and would get a result similar to this
one from google maps. From that you would know to go to the lower ball
field and look for a sign.
All landmarks will be on the school property, you won’t need
to go past the sidewalk or fences. You may need to cross the parking lot, so
please watch out for cars.
Because this activity involves technology, there will be
glitches. One that we’ve already discovered is that the Google Map App on the
iPhone doesn’t work for this. Instead of showing you the landmark, it shows you
the house at the nearest street address. But the Apple Map App on the iPhone
works fine. There will be other glitches; we’ll deal with them as they arise.
If your Scout finds this activity intriguing, then they may
be interested in checking out the Geography
and Map
and Compass belt loops. |
posted Jul 16, 2013, 4:23 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Sep 25, 2015, 6:54 PM
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Pack 1545's annual kickball bash will be held this Thursday, July 18, from 6:00-7:30 pm at the RVES playground. We’ll organize multiple kickball games (depending on participation), then finish the evening with popsicles! This event is open to Pack 1545 members and sibling, as well as anyone in the neighborhood who may be interested in learning more about Cub Scouting. If you have a neighbor who you think may be interested, please invite them to attend!
We’ll wear our Class B uniforms to this event.
Scouts who have not already earned the kickball loop can do so at this event. Click here for the requirements. |
posted Jul 12, 2013, 3:12 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Sep 25, 2015, 6:54 PM
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- What: Build a model boat and come race your creation at the Pack 1545 rain gutter regatta
- Where: Village West Pool (7008 Elkton Dr. Springfield, VA 22152)
- When: Saturday, August 3, 11:30 – 2:30
- Notes:
- Model boat kits are available for pick up. Pack members, please check your email for details on where to pick up a boat kit.
- Extra boat kits (e.g., for siblings) can be purchased at the Northern Virginia scout shop (5234 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA 22151) or online: http://www.scoutstuff.org/regatta-trimaran-kit.html . Please note that we are using the new Trimaran boat kit design this year.
- Wear your Class B t-shirts
- Bring your swim suit to enjoy the pool
- Pizza will be served
- Please invite others interested in learning and having fun with scouting. If you're interested in joining Pack 1545, or want to know more about our activities, please send an email to info@pack1545.org.
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posted Jun 7, 2013, 2:07 AM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Sep 25, 2015, 6:55 PM
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ANNOUNCING THRILLING THURSDAYS!!
This summer we're going to hold a series of pack-wide events that are open to members, their families, and anyone who's interested in the pack or scouting - everyone is welcome! The events and dates are listed below. Some of the dates are listed as tentative, we’ll update the information and our calendar as soon as the details are firmed up. We'll also add additional details as each event approaches, so check back in for updates!
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Thursday, June 13 – Last Pack Meeting of the school year – RVES
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Thursday June 27 – No event, we’ll be at summer camp!
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Thursday July 4 – Fairfax Fourth of July Parade (tentative)
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Thursday July 18 – Kickball Bash! – RVES
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Saturday August 3 – Rain Gutter Regatta – Village West Pool (tentative)
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Thursday August 15 – Compass Treasure Hunt - RVES |
posted Mar 13, 2013, 6:09 PM by Webmaster Pack 1545
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updated Sep 25, 2015, 6:53 PM
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2013 SUMMER DAY CAMP
WHEN: |
June 24th – June 28th |
WHERE: |
Occoquan Regional Park, Lorton, VA |
FEE: |
$165 Early Bird Registration (on or before April 16)** |
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$185 April 17 - May 17 |
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$205 After May 17 |
Cub Scout Day Camp is a great opportunity for Cub Scouts to experience all that camp has to offer, and come home each night to tell their family all about it. Boys in grade 1 (as of June 1, 2013) through Webelos are eligible to attend day camp. Boys will receive a camp t-shirt, water bottle, craft supplies, and all the goodies needed for a week of fun. One adult (Den Walker) is needed for every five boys to escort the adventurers through camp. Upcoming Tiger Cub adult partners must attend camp with their Tiger.
Activities vary from camp to camp, but usually range from traditional Scouting games and achievement opportunities to archery and BB instruction, crafts, nature study, soccer, fishing, swimming, handicrafts, leatherwork, and camp skills. Some activities will vary from camp to camp depending on local and state laws. Dedicated family members, Scout leaders, and other adults can turn out to assist volunteer camp staff members. All of our Cub Scout Day Camps will have trained Camp Directors and Program Directors who are certified by BSA's National Camping School. Each Day Camp location is inspected and certified by a Day Camp Visitation team approved by BSA.
**Pack 1545’s goal is to get all scouts who want to attend day camp registered and paid before April 16, 2013 so we can all get the early bird fee of $165.00. That means we need all appropriate forms and payment by April 10, 2013.
Interested scouts or questions, please contact your Den Leader or the 2013 Day Camp Coordinator, at dcc@pack1545.org, ASAP!!
Forms and registration instructions are attached below. |
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