Scouting News
June-July 2024
The Pack will be very active this summer with a number of activities. June will find the Cubs having a barbeque at Bronson Park that will also include a visit to the Splash Pad. Further, a hike at Independence Dam is also planned. Cub Summer Camp will be held at Camp Lakota in July, while August will bring fishing and hiking, also at Lakota.
In May, the Troop provided a number of service hours to by setting up for an NRA banquet, placing flags at Veterans graves at Riverview Cemetery and helping unload food during the Postal Service Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive. In June, Troop members will continue their service hours as they will be working the boat races at the Confluence. In addition, camping at Pokagon State Park in Indiana is on the agenda. In July, the Troop be at Camp Lakota for its annual week-long camping experience. Merit badges will be earned and Scouts will also fun time activities such as swimming, kayaking and canoeing in 48-acre Lake Glengary, shooting sports that includes archery, rifle and shotgun ranges and climbing the tower in addition to a number of other choices. All Scouts look forward to rousing evening campfires in the Council Ring as well.
Members of both the Pack and Troop will be flag bearers during the Memorial Day services at St. John and also have a presence at the Memorial Day ceremony at Riverside Cemetery.
Youth and adults are always welcome to attend Pack and Troop events to learn more about the program. Questions at any time can be addressed to Mike Saxton, Chartered Organization Representative, at 419-439-2079.