Mill Valley Pack 34 http://mvpack34.org The official site of Mill Valley Cub Scouts Pack 34. posterous.com Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:41:58 -0800 Tomorrow's Pack Meeting http://mvpack34.org/tomorrows-pack-meeting http://mvpack34.org/tomorrows-pack-meeting Hi Everyone from Pack 34,
Tomorrow night, March 10th, our meeting at scout hall is going to be starting at 6PM. This is to accommodate the showing of the movie "Down and Derby", about the pinewood derby. This is a 90 minute movie, starting at 6 sharp gives us time to see the movie and have a short meeting to pass out a few patches that the boys have earned. We will conclude at our regular time of 8pm. I have extra pinewood derby cars for anyone who needs a car kit. I hope that everyone is working on their cars for the races this weekend.Yours in scouting, Bruce and Doug.
Pinewood Derby Weekend Times:
Check-In Saturday 3/13 Noon to 2 PM
Races Sunday 3/14 10 AM to 2 PM

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Fri, 05 Mar 2010 07:18:29 -0800 Saturday Adult Pinewood Derby night http://mvpack34.org/saturday-adult-pinewood-derby-night http://mvpack34.org/saturday-adult-pinewood-derby-night I'll say this at the head to avoid confusing folks over the much more
important event: The checkin for the scout's pinewood derby race is between
12:00 and 2:00 on Saturday March 13. Their race, along with the official
'open' race for non-scouts is on Sunday March 14th from 10:00am - 12:00.
Tigers race first.

With that out of the way, let me get into something altogether different:
our first parent's one derby race. Many parents have mentioned that they
have built a car along side their son, or have ideas to push the limits of
derby competition, or they are still reeling from their defeat some 30 years
ago and are yearning for the chance to instill their name in pinewood glory.
Well, glory might not be the reward, but we have decided to have a Saturday
night pinewood derby event on March 13th, the day before the big _real_
event on the 14th. (This way we help prevent a "Down and Derby" reenactment
in front of the kids)

So polish the axles and mount your wheels and come down to scout hall for a
fun filled evening. Check in is at 7:30pm with the hope of racing by 8:15.
Bring a food or beverage to share and get ready fun. Please RSVP if you
plan on coming just so I have an idea of how many we might need to
accommodate. If you need a kit, you can pick one up at the Marin council
store for a few bucks or I believe we may have some extras for $4.

The Rules:

0) You must use your own car. Sneaking your son's car into the race is a
no-no.
1) An official BSA 'Pinewood Derby Kit' must be used
2) The wheels and axels from an official kit must be used
3) The final car can weight no more than 5oz on the scale use for check-in.
4) The car must conform to the "Rules in the Box" that come with the kit.
These rules detail the dimensions and other, what one must assume are
purposely vague, guidelines.

What the rules don't explicitly say but we are explicitly allowing (for the
derby geeks in the audience):

5) Extended wheelbase (i.e. the precut axle slots do not need to be used)
6) Raised wheels (not all wheels need to touch the ground)
7) Modifications to the wheel shape are allowed.

Please note that rules 5, 6, and 7 are not allowed by the Marin Council so I
advise against incorporating them into your son's car design. Live and
learn I tell myself ;)

-steve

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:57:09 -0800 Items left behind @ USS Pampanito http://mvpack34.org/items-left-behind-uss-pampanito http://mvpack34.org/items-left-behind-uss-pampanito

Great Times over the past weekend & Great job by all participants and leaders of Pack 34!

Attached hereto is a photo of items we found at final cleanup and departure of the sub.

We will bring them to the next Pack Meeting.


Sincerely,


Peter E. Gilmore

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:53:03 -0800 cub scout day camp http://mvpack34.org/cub-scout-day-camp-4 http://mvpack34.org/cub-scout-day-camp-4

This is the least expensive camp available.

Summer Day Camp for Cub Scouts offers your Cub Scout-Wolf through Webelos-a unique camp experience. A camp designed around the Cub Scout program, staffed by registered Boy Scouts, Venturers, and trained National Camping School BSA leaders. Our Staff ratio is 8 Scouts to 1 staff member.

 

Our Theme: The Knights of Tamarancho

Our Dates: June 21 to June 25, July 12 to July 16, and August 9 to August 13

Our Camp Fee: $175 (save $15 and register early prior to midnight Thursday April 29th)

 

No electronics or plastic kit projects here, just good old fashioned summer time fun in the great outdoors with nine theme-related program activities. As rainy days and cold winter nights lead way to summertime fun and these Camp Tamarancho delights: The Bow & Arrow, Arthur's Armory, Cooking at the Feast, Field Games & Jousting, Handicraft & Leatherwork, Practical Herbology & Nature, Knightly Skills at The Castle, Scouting Squire Skills, Loons at the Lakeside, and manly men in tights!

 

To five packs we've already presented live. So pick a date, and let us know because we'd like to visit to see how your pack goes, grows, and thrives. We'll sing a song, introduce ourselves, answer questions, and ring some bells! Make 'ye way to Tamarancho! Make ye way to Tamarancho!

Week One - June 21 to June 25
Week Two - July 12 to 16
Week Three - August 9 to 13

Registration opened February 4, and we sold out last year!

The pick up and drop off is at in n out burger in strawberry 

Go to http://www.boyscouts-marin.org/ and then hit the camping program and facilities tab,  then the cub scout camping tab and the registration is there.

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Hello Pack 34,

What a weekend of Cub Scouting, thanks for all those that participated and helped in our activities. 

The USS Pampanito was a fun overnight trip and I hope our group does this one again.  We had a spectacular full moon and the weather was perfect for a night in the city.  Thank you Lisa Gilmore for being the point person on the trip, you did an incredible job making this a successful event. 

Yesterdays rocket launch was a blast.  I hope that everyone had a great time firing off their rockets, we had perfect weather.  It was amazing seeing all of the different rockets that the boys brought for the launch.  I think that it was clear how working together as a team on this type of activity keeps this a fun and safe day.   Special thanks to Gareth Tyrnauer for being a check in desk / rocket prep specialist yesterday.  I am glad that the Gilmore's rocket actually flew and then didn't take out the Southern Marin PG&E sub-station.  We will have another smaller rocket launch day for those that couldn't make yesterdays launch.  If your rocket is still intact after yesterday, you can launch yours again.    

We will post photos of both on our web site this week.

Our next camp-out is at Camp Tamarancho on the night of March 27th. 

Our next pack meeting is on March 10th, 7PM, we will be doing a follow up on disaster preparedness.  We will have a short presentation by Be Prepared Mill Valley.  Come with your own ideas to share with the group.  Please bring well fed scouts for another fun night. 

We will see you at the Pack Meeting,
Bruce and Doug

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Hello Everyone from Pack 34,

Looking forward to a great weekend of scouting. 

For all of you that are going on our overnight at the USS Pampanito, I have a few suggestions from Linda Mondot at the Scout Council.  First, do not be any later than the check in time of 7PM, they want you on time.  Have all of your forms and paperwork and get them the Lisa Gilmore, ASAP, this is important as they are strict on the paperwork.  Less is better, we will be in tight quarters, do not bring to much gear.  Instead of bringing a pillow consider rolling up your jacket or sweatshirt as a pillow.   But, dress warm and bring a hat, the sub is cold.  Consider putting the boys PJ's on under their pants for ease of changing in tight spaces.  Try to eat before hand, we will have snacks and small breakfast for Sunday morning.  It should be a lot of fun. 

Doug and I will set up the Mill Valley Space Launch Central Sunday morning and we should be ready for our first launches at 9AM.  We know that everyone has conflicting commitments, so you can come and launch anytime between 9 and noon.  We have plenty of engines for the rockets, just check in at the command center to get prepped for your launch.  This is always one of my favorite scouting events. 

We have many activities left for the year, I hope that everyone is having fun.  Let me know if you have any questions.  Yours in scouting, Bruce. 

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USS Pampanito:  Sat.  Feb 27th,   7:00.   .   If you are attending, please read all the brochure and fill out the medical form.    We are only allowed 10 parking spots. So we need to carpool to this event.  Will send out separate email of who is going so we can connect carpoolers

Rocket Launch:  Sunday Feb 28th,  ,   9:00am.    Looks like we have a window and all systems are a go.    We will be there till about 11:30.   Coffee and hot chocolate provided. 

  Sun
Feb 28


Mostly Cloudy

Pack meeting:  March 10th,  we are showing a movie at 6:00, so bring well fed scouts and we will supply popcorn.

Pinewood derby check-in:  March 13th,  12:00 – 2:00pm.   You have to check in your car or have someone drop it off for you.  No late check in will be allowed.   If you need a car, let me know.  Scouts get a free car,  siblings and others are charged $4.00 each.

New this year:  Adult Pinewood derby race.   Check-in is 7:30pm.  Race is 8:15pm.  We are doing this with pack one and this is a no kid event.  Steve Ludin is in charge and will forward all race specs.   Again, if you need a car, let me know and I will get one, or two, hear that moms, to you.   Big bragging rights for this one. 

Pinewood derby race.   March 14th,   Race is from 10:00 – 12:00.  Race day. 

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Sat, 13 Feb 2010 07:48:00 -0800 Blue and Gold Follow-up http://mvpack34.org/blue-and-gold-follow-up http://mvpack34.org/blue-and-gold-follow-up I hope that everyone had a great time at last nights' Blue and Gold dinner. Thanks for participating in the silent action, it made the night a big success.There was a navy blue Newport Harbor coat left after the dinner, I have it at my house, let me know.We passed out the pinewood derby cars last night so that you could start working on this years car. We encourage that the boys do as much of the design and work as they can on "their car". If you did not get a car let either Doug or myself know and we will get you a car kit. At next months meeting we will watch a pinewood derby movie that will set the stage for next month. Submarine campout February 27th. Rocket Launch February 28th. Pack Meeting March 10th.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:34:52 -0800 News from Marin Council, BSA http://mvpack34.org/news-from-marin-council-bsa http://mvpack34.org/news-from-marin-council-bsa

If you have not already joined this mailing list…you should!

Lot’s of good stuff coming up plus Summer camp registration info included in this newsletter.

Lisa Gilmore

Can't view the newsletter? Click here

February 2010

Vol 3, Issue 1

The Dispatch
Monthly News
for Marin Council Leaders
and Friends

Dear Lisa,

 

From Matt Galland, Cubmaster, Pack 1:

On Saturday, January 16, Pack 1 Scouts raised $1,250 for the American Red Cross efforts in Haiti.

Like the earthquake, there was no planning for this. Our Pack spontaneously rose to the occasion, organized the group, gathered equipment and goods and changed their own plans in order to volunteer for several hours Saturday morning.

Manning a table in downtown Mill Valley and equipped with signage, brownies, coffee and other treats, our community-service minded boys reached out to their neighbors and friends to ask for help on behalf those in need. Building on their popcorn sales and fundraising experience from last fall, these boys did an outstanding job drawing in people, demonstrating their concern for an important cause, and asking others to contribute to the earthquake relief effort.

     Along with all of our Pack 1 parents and Den leaders, I am especially proud of our Scouts and what they have done for this unique community service event. There was no formal sponsorship or mandate driving us; this was just our boys showing their concern for those in need.

Here are a few pictures from the day.

    We owe a special thanks to Alan Frankel making the original call to action.

For their time, effort and charity-minded spirit, I would also like to give special recognition to the list below of 21 boys and their parents.

In addition to our $1,250 donation and on behalf of all our Scouts in Pack 1, we send our prayers and good thoughts to the people of Haiti.

Sincerely,
Matt Galland, Cubmaster, Pack 1
Mill Valley, CA

Aaron Rose

Adam Tolson
Adrian Leakas
Alex Podesta

Beckett Williams
Ben Tolson
Colin Drechsel
Elliot Frankel
Felix Scholvinck
Gabriel Tolson
 

Henry Lawrence
Jack Goldman

Jackson Attinger
Jake Jones
Jake Shirley
Kyle Prager
Sol Tolson
Thomas Urey
Tristan Brousseau
Tyler Taft

Daniel Walter

In This Issue

Properties 2010

Marin Sierra 60th Anniversary

Taking Risks Can Be Managed

Training

Live Life Outside

Exploring News

Eagle Wall

Of the Year Awards

Cub Camping

In Memory

Quick Links

Our Properties:  A New Year and New Possibilities

Marin council properties on this 100th year of Scouting in America is a legacy we can all be proud of supporting. The properties committee would like to thank all those hard working and unsung heroes who have helped the council and scouting last year. We are looking forward to a New Year filled with fun in service to Boy Scouting.

  Our first work party of the year at Camp Tamarancho is scheduled for January 2nd, from 9am to 12pm and work parties are scheduled the first Saturday of every month throughout the year. Many projects were tackled during 2009: The Adirondacks , the Bode lodge interior, the kitchen septic system,  Murray lodge roofing.etc. The Larkspur Sea base experienced vast improvement under the able guidance of Alan Laucke. Slanes Flat was visited by properties in the spring and holds vast potential as a wilderness camp and take off area for adventures in the Yolla Bolly wilderness.

   As many of you have experienced camp was excellent last year, and we would like this year to be even better with our facilities in top shape. The 60th Anniversary of Marin Sierra is August 20th through the 22nd and we are looking forward to a grand celebration. Work will begin on the new firing range and many other projects are planned. Help us turn 2010 in to a stellar year for your Marin Council properties. Last year showed great progress on improvements to our camps and office facilities and we hope to continue the progress and more this year. Projects abound as we march towards spring and preparations for camp activities.

Please contact Tim Wells at the Council office or John Pope to let us know if you can help.  We would like to especially encourage help at the Marin Sierra power weekends in the spring. Our monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month, January 12th is this months. 

Contact John Pope at 497-5948 with any questions.

Save the Date -- Marin Sierra 60th Anniversary

                              

Taking Risks Can Be Managed

Your council Risk Management Committee works hard to insure Scouts and adults are safe in whatever activity they do. Take a moment to read some information they would like to pass along to you about providing safe transportation for our youth.

  Your thoughts and comments on managing risks in the Marin Council are always encouraged and appreciated.  Feel free to contact Council staff with your thoughts and comments or contact the Council's Risk Management Committee directly by emailing to ronflash@aol.com.

 
Drivers, Take the Pledge for 2010
 

One of the greatest responsibilities for our volunteers is providing safe transportation for our youth.  To get 2010 off on the right foot, commit yourself to the principles contained in the 'California Driver's Pledge.'
 

 
California Driver's Pledge

  • I will not drive when I feel fatigued. I realize that when I am fatigued, I process information more slowly and less accurately and this impairs my ability to react in time to avoid accidents.
  • I will arrange my schedule so that several days before a scouting "driving trip," I will get a good night's sleep every night to avoid the cumulative effect of not getting enough sleep.
  • I will make trip preparations far enough in advance so that last-minute preparations don't interfere with my rest.
  • I will make travel plans that take into account my personal biological clock and only drive during the part of the day when I know I will be alert.
  • I will avoid being a 'distracted driver' when driving by not engaging in activities like cell phone use; reading; eating; reaching for a moving object; looking away from the road; changing radio stations, all of which take my attention away from safely controlling the vehicle.
  • I will be smart about engaging in physical activities during scouting outings and will make sure that I will be ready to drive alertly.

 

Signed: _____________________________________________________________________

 
Boy Scout Troops, Varsity Teams and Venturing Crews using the Driver's Pledge will satisfy one of the requirements of the Ready and Prepared Awards.

  ~~This message provided by the Marin Council's Risk Management Committee ~~

Training Updates

 

Marin Council Spring Basic Training Dates & Locations

Quality Unit standards require "direct contact leaders" (Den Leaders, Cubmaster and assistants, Scoutmaster and assistants, Venturing Crew Advisor and assistants) to be trained as quickly as possible (Youth Protection within 90 days of assuming a leadership position) so they can deliver the Scouting program with confidence and with knowledge of the resources they have available to support them.  A trained unit Committee Chair and Committee Members also make a Pack, Troop, or Crew function smoothly, supporting the program of the unit leaders working directly with youth.  Spring 2010 Basic Leader Courses are ready for on-line registration. 

Questions?  Please contact Marin Council Training Chair Joanne Keenan, 415-883-5729 / jkeenan@pacbell.net

Cub Scout Leaders: Be sure you are a registered member of your Pack!  Your Pack Committee Chair can tell you if you are registered with the Pack.  Use your BSA registration number to get credit for taking on-line training before you attend the in-person courses below: Cub Scout Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Youth Protection. www.boyscouts-marin.org  or http://olc.scouting.org/

* Cub Scout Leader Specific Training: Saturday, February 6, 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM at LDS Church , 220 N. San Pedro Rd. , San Rafael .  Registration fee $15 includes handouts.  Register by February 3.  No Walk-Ins please.

* BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation): Saturday, May 1, Camp Tamarancho , 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. $20 registration fee includes lunch.  No registration after Friday, April 23.  Course is limited to the first 24 people who sign up.
Open to all parents and leaders of Cub Scouts!
Come spend a full day in a real campsite with real Scouts learning about the ins and out's of running an outing activity with your Cub Scouts. We'll talk about equipment, go for a hike look at nature, put on a campfire and learn about Cooking with Cubs.


Boy Scout Leaders: Be sure you are a registered member of your Troop!  The Troop Committee Chair can tell you if you are registered.  Use your BSA registration number to get credit for taking on-line training before you attend the in-person courses below: Boy Scout Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Youth Protection. www.boyscouts-marin.org  or http://olc.scouting.org/

* Boy Scout Leader Specific Training (aka Scoutmaster / Asst Scoutmaster Specific): Saturday, March 20, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at LDS Church , 220 N. San Pedro Rd. , San Rafael .  Registration fee $15 includes handouts.  Register by March 11 - No Walk-Ins please.

* Intro to Outdoor Leader Skills: overnight April 10 and 11, Camp Tamarancho , 7:30 AM Saturday to 1:00 PM Sunday. $30 registration fee includes meals & handouts.  No registration after Monday, April 5.


Venturing Crew Leaders: Be sure you are a registered member of your Crew!  The Crew Committee Chair can tell you if you are registered.  Use your BSA registration number to get credit for taking on-line training before you attend the in-person course below: Venturing Fast Start, This is Scouting, and Youth Protection. www.boyscouts-marin.org or http://olc.scouting.org/

* Venturing Leader Specific Training: Saturday, March 20, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM at LDS Church , 220 N. San Pedro Rd. , San Rafael .  Registration fee $15 includes handouts.  Register by March 11 - No Walk-Ins please.

Live Life Outside

   
The Marin Outdoor Challenge celebrating 100 years of Scouting


The event was started February 2009 and we challenged units to do one outdoor activity each month for 12 months. Each youth and adult that has participated in all 12 activities will be given a special patch made specifically for this event. A form must be filled out and returned to the council office. You will find the forms on our website www.boyscouts-marin.org in general documents under the Documents and Forms section of the website.  This Challenge ends February 28, 2010. Please send your completed forms no later than March 15 to Chris Wells at Marin Council. Either fax, mail, or email them. Once received, patches will be ordered

This is from Patty Monge, Advisor for Post 400, Twin Cities "Our explorers collected enough toys to reach almost 500 people this year!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Exploring News

 

San Anselmo Police Explorer Post #306  

 
The San Anselmo Police Explorer Post looks forward to welcoming new prospective members who are interested in law enforcement.  Exploring is a fun and interesting way to learn about not only many different aspects of law enforcement, but teamwork, responsibility, and a good work ethic as well.  Being an explorer teaches a young adult how to take initiative and really strive for his or her goals in both work and life.  The explorers train diligently in multiple police scenarios in order to compete in both local and national competitions.  They get to go on ride alongs with the officers; going on calls and training in radio traffic; and work in dispatch.  They help the officers with real calls and are able to listen to various 911 calls.  Through being able to experience police work from this perspective, the explorers can gain a better understanding of the inner workings of law enforcement.

  The San Anselmo Police Explorer Post #306 is recruiting young adults aged 14-21 and out of eighth grade who want to have a fun and interesting experience while learning about law enforcement, leadership, teamwork, and a good work ethic. The post is also interested in youth who are currently in eighth grade to come to our training sessions and possibly become members in June 2010. Explorers get to work closely with the officers and get a firsthand look at real police work. If you are interested in joining the post or finding out more about what we do, you may call the San Anselmo Police Department at 415-258-4610 and ask for Advisor Patty Stahl. You may also come to one of our events and pick up a brochure.

The Marin Council Eagle Scouts

 

 

Eagle Wall

If your son has become an Eagle Scout during the years 2007-2009, please submit a digital photo and a short description (like the ones shown here) so that we can post it on the Eagle Wall.

Of the Year Awards

It's not too late to select who will be your nominees for the Of the Year awards, which will be presented at the Marin Council Recognition Dinner on March 15, 2010. Who will be your Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Venturer/Sea Scout, or Explorer of the year? What outstanding volunteers should be recognized as Volunteers of the Year, Award of Merit, Silver Beaver, or Spurgeon recipients?

The nominations will be due by roundtable on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, so now is the time to finish up the nomination process.  Nomination forms can be downloaded from our web site here.

Marin Council Cub Scout Camping Calendar for 2010 


FAMILY FIESTA -Celebrate 100 Years of Scouting
Our very own Marin Council Family Camping Event at Camp Tamarancho
Family camping with your Pack, Den or just your family we'll have two nights of camping, one and a half days of program activities and the opportunity to meet the Marin Council Boy Scouts, Venturer's and Explorer Scouts.
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I forgot to mention that our campout on April 3rd has been moved to March 27th,   because of Easter.   Still at tamarancho and more details will follow.   We might have a window for the rocket launch,  if its drizzling we will continue,  if rain, it will be postponed, probably till feb 28th.

Doug

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Pack 34 at Point Bonita

Max, Jonny, Bing-Bing

 



Kids who climb on rocks

 



Point Bonita

 



Oreo tectonics

 



Waiting to eat the Oreos (erosion demonstration)

 



Bridge to lighthouse

 



Lighthouse gargoyles

 

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Rocket launch:   Saturday, February 6th,  9:00  pray for sunny weather.  The younger kids shoot first, then work our way up to the older kids.   Invite friends to come and watch,  or if they want to build a rocket, they can shoot after all scouts have.   Scout should be in full uniform.  Coffee and hot chocolate provided. 

 

Blue and Gold dinner, pack meeting:  Wednesday, February 10th, 6:00pm, Scout Hall.   This meeting we will be serving dinner, doing awards, raffle and silent auction.  If you have any donations, or ideas, let myself or Bruce know.  Notice we are having the meeting earlier than normal. Some scouts are showing up not in full uniform.  Please help and dress up.    We will have a patch for all scouts in full uniform.  That means shirts are tucked in even.      

We will also be giving out the presidential patches this evening.  Ask your leader if you have any questions about your scores and what level you are.

We also pass out Pine wood derby cars this night.

 

March pack meeting. Wednesday March 10th,    6:00pm Scout hall.   Bring well fed scouts, we are going to watch a movie about pinewood derby races and then have the usual pack meeting.   Popcorn provided.

 

March 13th,  Time TBD.  Scout hall.  Pinewood derby check in.

March 14th,  10:00am.   Scout Hall.  Pinewood derby.     

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Thu, 21 Jan 2010 22:21:08 -0800 Pack 34 - Webelos - Geologist Achievement http://mvpack34.org/pack-34-webelos-geologist-achievement http://mvpack34.org/pack-34-webelos-geologist-achievement
Hello Webelo-Eagle Patrol Families

Hopefully the boys are ready to learn about some cool local rocks and fault zones this month...we have arranged for a group activity to satisfy some of the requirements for the Webelos Geologist Achievement.  This event is scheduled for next Sunday, January 31st at 10a.m..  We will be meeting up at the Marin Headlands Visitor Center at Point Bonita where an educational intern from the National Park Service has generously agreed to take the group on a geology hike out to the lighthouse.  The hike to Point Bonita is about a half mile down to the lighthouse and then another half a mile back up.  The guides usually spend about 2 hours with the students on this hike.  They will learn to identify the different types of Franciscan rocks and see geologic change along the trail. If there is time we can also head to Rodeo Beach to learn about the rainbow rocks there. 

Some details:
  • Please let me know if you will be attending so that I can advise our guide how many to expect. Thank you.
  • Please arrive a few minutes early so that we can get started at 10 a.m. (The center opens for public tours at noon, and the guides need to be back and ready for that).
  • Cub scouts should be in uniform.
  • This is a rain or shine hike, so please dress for the weather (note: if there are extreme winds we cannot cross the bridge to the lighthouse, but will study rocks on this side of the bridge).
  • Please review the chapter in the Webelos handbook on Geology (p.279-298) before the hike & have your scout complete the attached "Geology" activity sheet to hand in to Dave LaDuke  to satisfy the geology achievement.
  • Let's consider starting the "Leave No Trace Awareness" (p.73) program on this hike. Three separate outing are required to work toward this goal.
  • There may also be an opportunity to work Geo-caching into this outing. There are two cache sites in the immediate area that look interesting. If there are any experienced Geo-cachers out there with 2 or more GPS devices, your help would be very welcome. Thank you.

This promises to be a fun and interesting activity, so hopefully it works with everyone's very busy schedules.  Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional info.

 

Best regards,

Tarji Rodriguez

Location

The Marin Headlands Visitor Center is located in the historic Fort Barry Chapel, at the intersection of Field and Bunker Roads. The Visitor Center is approximately 3 miles from either entrance to the Marin Headlands.

Phone
(415) 331-1540

Driving Directions-To MAHE VC from the North Bay

Follow 101 south through the Waldo tunnel. Take the last “Sausalito” just before the Golden Gate bridge. Turn right at the end of the exit ramp. Pass under 101, at the stop sign go straight onto Alexander Avenue. Turn left on Bunker Road (a brown sign saying “Marin Headlands Visitor Center” marks the intersection). Go through the one-way tunnel and drive approximately 2 miles. Turn left onto Field Road. The visitor center will be on the right side of the road.

 


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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Sat, 09 Jan 2010 11:55:09 -0800 Upcoming Scout Events http://mvpack34.org/upcoming-scout-events http://mvpack34.org/upcoming-scout-events Pack meeting: Wednesday, January 13th, 7:00pm. Scout hall.   This one is about rockets.

Harlem Globe Trotters:   Saturday, January 16th, 2:00pm.   Oracle Arena.   Try and set up carpools if possible.   I will send out a attachment of who’s going.  We are all in one section.  There are 61 of us going to this event,   if you want to be put on a waiting list, let me know

Rocket launch:   Saturday, February 6th,  10:00  pray for sunny weather.

Blue and Gold dinner, pack meeting:  Wednesday, February 10th, 6:00pm, Scout Hall.   This meeting we will be serving dinner, doing awards, raffle and silent auction.  If you have any donations, or ideas, let myself or Bruce know.

It has been brought to my attention that our spring campout is on Easter weekend,  we are trying to move it to the weekend before, March 27th.  No matter what, it will not happen that weekend.  Will let you know when I get details.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:45:28 -0800 Webelos - Citizen Achievement http://mvpack34.org/webelos-citizen-achievement http://mvpack34.org/webelos-citizen-achievement Thanks to Pete & Lisa Gilmore, we had a great citizen achievement field trip. We went to the beautiful Marin Civic Center where we got a tour of the facility, got deputized, met a Judge, learned about the three branches of government, sat in on a criminal trial, met the K-9 unit, saw the police video command center, and got to learn about Tasers! More pictures to come.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Thu, 24 Dec 2009 11:40:02 -0800 Webelos - Art Achievement http://mvpack34.org/webelos-art-achievement http://mvpack34.org/webelos-art-achievement Thanks to Susie Ames, we had a great art achievement field trip. We toured Eric Zener's art studio in Sausalito. Then we went to Art Start, an arts and crafts activity center for kids. More pictures to come.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:47:00 -0800 Become a Friend of Scouting http://mvpack34.org/become-a-friend-of-scouting http://mvpack34.org/become-a-friend-of-scouting

 

"To Help Other People at All Times"

Dear Lisa,

 

 

This is also the time of year when your council needs

your help.

The tight economic times are impacting nonprofit charities across our county and Scouting is no exception. Currently, the Marin Council is working to close a modest funding gap in our budget and we need the assistance of all our Scouting friends and families to balance our operating budget, which closes on December 31, 2009.

 

If you haven't already responded to our year-end holiday card request, please consider doing so by making a donation before the end of the year. If you would like to make an additional donation, we would welcome your support. Every gift large or small makes a difference. 

 

Your donation can be made online by clicking here or mailed to the Marin Council at 225 West End Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901.

  Happy Holidays and thank you for your support,

   
Michael Dybeck

Scout Executive, CEO

P.S. Please remember, as you do your own year-end planning that donations to the Marin Council are tax deductible as allowed by law. Tax ID # 94-1156323

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Sun, 13 Dec 2009 08:25:11 -0800 rain or shine hike http://mvpack34.org/rain-or-shine-hike http://mvpack34.org/rain-or-shine-hike I wore a gps tracker today, and this is the hike we went on. Click on player to find the elevation changes.

Doug

http://connect.garmin.com/activity/20425900#

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Tue, 08 Dec 2009 12:23:55 -0800 Scout Discount Tickets to the Harlem Globetrotters (ORACLE Arena - January 16, 2010) http://mvpack34.org/scout-discount-tickets-to-the-harlem-globetro http://mvpack34.org/scout-discount-tickets-to-the-harlem-globetro

Pack 34 is invited to see the Globetrotters.   Tickets are $17.50 per person, which is $10 off.    We are going to buy the tickets on Thursday.  So if you want to go,  get me the cash at the pack meeting.    Check or cash.    They promise us in the lower bowl and in the first 30 rows.  So should be a great time.   As always, family members are invited.   

Doug and Bruce. 

Scout Discount Tickets Now Available!

ORACLE Arena, Oakland, CA 

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS

The Harlem Globetrotters 2010 World Tour is a must see for Scout groups this year!  Don't miss out on the high-flying action and non-stop excitement.  With ball-handling magic, gravity-defying dunks and crowd interaction the Globetrotters will create life-long memories for all.  Be sure to bring the whole troop along to see the team that always leaves fans smiling, cheering, and wanting more.

Scout Performances:

Saturday, January 16  at 2:00 pm


Scouts pay just $17.00 for lower bowl seating
Commemorative Scout Patches: $0.50 each

 

communication.

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]]> http://files.posterous.com/user_profile_pics/194493/34-Patch-Scan.png http://posterous.com/people/4bmPDQ5wUbfP Akela mvpack34 Akela Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:18:00 -0800 Congratuations to the Scouts - Food Drive http://mvpack34.org/congratuations-to-the-scouts-food-drive http://mvpack34.org/congratuations-to-the-scouts-food-drive
Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to pass on congratulations to everyone who helped with scouting for food this year.  This year's campaign was our best collection year since I have been involved with Scouts. The Mill Valley Scouts collection numbers for the last three years have been:  2,184 lbs in 2007, 3,236 lbs in 2008 and 4,707 lbs this year.  As you can see we have more than doubled the amount of food collected over the last three years.  You should all be proud of the significant role you played in helping others, thanks for all of your efforts. 

I hope that everyone who is going up the the Winter Camp this weekend has a great time.  Be prepared for everything, it sounds like there could be a storm coming in this weekend.  I wish I could be with you for this year's trip, bring me back some great winter camp stories for our pack meeting next week. 

Please share this message with your boys, yours in scouting, Bruce

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