PACK 407 NEWSLETTER
FEBRUARY 2009
Resident Camp
Resident Camp Deposit
$50
Due TONIGHT
Pop Can/Bottle Fundraiser Results
A round of applause goes to all of the scouts and parents that participated in the Pop Can/Bottle Fundraiser. They worked through cold weather, smelly containers and mucky mud. Their hard work paid off. The grand total from both weekends added up to $1031.05! Way to go!!!
Popcorn Prizes
We have been asked by Cub Scouts anxious to receive their prizes from selling popcorn, “When will our prizes be here”. We know the scouts are excited to receive them…they worked hard for them. We are working through a couple of bumps in the prize-getting process. It should be resolved shortly and we’ll keep you informed.
Grange Spaghetti Dinner
The Santiam Valley Grange is one of our sponsoring organizations. They provide us with the Grange Hall for Den Meetings, Pack Meetings, and fundraisers. We are grateful for their support. One of the ways that we can say “Thank You” to them is by serving at their annual Spaghetti Dinner. Scouts will help serve food, drinks and clear tables. It will be held Saturday, February 28, 5:00 @ the Grange Hall. Scouts should arrive at 4:45 to receive instructions. Scouts should wear their Class A uniform and neckerchief (if they have one). Parents must stay at the event with their scout and will be expected to supervise their scout. We would encourage parents to discuss with their scout appropriate behavior and safe/healthy food handling habits.
Eagle Project
Kyle, an alumnus of Pack 407, has invited the Webelos to participate in part of his Eagle project. To participate, arrive at the skate park at Porter Boon Park in Aumsville on Saturday, February 28 at 10:00am. Participants will help beautify the area. Please dress in your uniform and prepared for the weather. Lunch will be served around noon. This is a great opportunity to introduce Webelos to Boy Scouting.
Candy/Meat Sticks Fundraiser
We have updated information: Candy bars – 30 per box @ $2 each = $60/box. We have been told that the candy bars are bigger than last year. Meat Sticks – 24 per bag @ $2 each = $48/bag. The meat sticks are 1.44 ounces compared to last year’s 1 ounce.
If your scout would like to sell, let Robyn know how much you think you will sell. She will order accordingly. Products will be ordered this week. Product will need to be paid for at the time of pick up. Scout Fund money may be used to purchase product. All products are show & sell (no preorders taken from customers such as family, friends or neighbors). Boxes of candy bars may be returned only if they are UNOPENED and in good condition (i.e. not dropped or left in heat, sun, or moisture. Individual meat sticks in good condition may be returned.
Raingutter Regatta
We hope everyone is looking forward to this event. We will be celebrating recycling and inventiveness. Join us as we use clean, recyclable material to build small boats. We will test their water worthiness as we race them (just for fun) in rain gutters. Please bring clean recyclable materials such as Styrofoam egg cartons & cups, small pudding cups, plastic lids, cookie sleeves, and plastic lids & bottles. Please no molded Styrofoam (the kind used in packaging) or packing peanuts. The make a huge mess and are difficult to clean up. The pack will supply glue guns and glue sticks, paper, scissors, and straws. Electrical outlets are in short supply at the Grange Hall. If you have a surge protector and/or extension cords that you would be willing to let us use for the evening please call Jill .
Upcoming Events
February
28 Webelos invited to Eagle Project
28 Serve @ Grange Spaghetti dinner. 4:45
March
3 Den Meeting
7 Goodwill Day
17 Den Meeting
24 No Meeting – Spring Break
31 Pack Meeting – Raingutter Regatta
April
7 & 21 Den Meeting
4 District Pinewood Derby
24 & 25 Pack Campout @ Fisherman’s Bend
28 Pack Meeting
