Bear den schedule

All meetings will be at Amanda Ingraham's house starting at 6:30 unless otherwise noted

• October 31st - Den and Family Halloween Party
• November 1st - Drop off Scouting for Food bags
• November 14th - No meeting - Updated
• December 5th - Den meeting
• December 12th - Den meeting
• January 2nd - Den meeting
• January 16th - Den meeting
• January 30th - Den meeting
• February 13th - Den meeting
• February 27th - Den meeting
• March 6th - Den meeting
• March 20th - Den meeting
• April 3rd - Den meeting
• April 10th - Den meeting
• May 1th - Den Meeting

Rocket Day 2008

At 2pm on October 26th we'll be blasting off the 2008-2009 session with Rocket Day at Elizabeth Shea Field in East Hartford. Rocket kits should be available from your den leaders at a cost of $5 which includes 2 launches for spaceworthy craft. Please contact us at pack61easthartford@gmail.com if there are any questions.

Update: In case of bad weather we will reschedule for 10/2/2008


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Great Escape popcorn challenge

Kurt, the Wolves leader, was able to get a prize for any scout that fills up 1 and 1/2 sheets. The prize is a reduced $2.00 admission to the Great Escape in Glastonbury, regular price is $6.95. If you have not been there, this is a BIG indoor playground that the kids will love. We will organize this and go as a group at a later date.

There are about 3 weeks left before we have to turn in our order forms. Besides the neighborhood, family and friends - here are some other places to try:

• Your work place
• Your church
• Any other clubs/organizations you may belong to
• We have the ability to sell online also - just email pack61easthartford@gmail.com and we can issue you a password. This works great for out-of-state family and friends.

Popcorn

If there are scouts who want to participate in online ordering for out of state relatives using the www.orderpopcorn.com web site, contact us at pack61easthartford@gmail.com for your scout code. Scout codes will only be generated on request.

Reminder, popcorn orders are due to your den leaders with payment on November 9th.

Help Wanted

We're looking for a few parents to round out the Pack 61 team:

Pack Secretary

• Keep notes on business conducted at pack leaders' meetings. Record only key items such as things needing follow-up or items for the history of the pack.
• Assist Cubmaster and Committee Chairman with correspondence for the pack.

Advancement coordinator

• Collect den advancement reports at pack leaders' meetings for use when ordering badges and insignia from the local council service center.
• Help plan induction and advancement recognition ceremonies.

In addition to these two important roles we need helpers for a few upcoming events

• On October 26th we will be blasting off with our 2008-2009 session Rocket Day, we are going to need a few parents to assist in preparing the rockets for launch.
• January 24th is our Pinewood derby and last year proved it's never too early to start planning. This year is going to be even better than the last and it's going to take a team to bring us there. At this stage we're looking for assistance with sponsor activities as well as event planning.

Parents, please contact us at pack61easthartford@gmail.com with questions or to sign up. Our next committee meeting is at 6:30 on October 9th in the Church Library, all interested parents are encouraged to attend.

Orienteering Event

The Webelos 1 group will be participating in the state DEP Orienteering event on Sunday October 19th. There is a $5 event fee, see below for details, all scouts are welcome.

Description: Using map and compass, participants will find several checkpoints. This meet is sponsored by the Western CT Orienteering Club
Date: 10/19/2008 Time:10:00am to 2:00pm
Location: Sessions Woods WMA
Rt. 69
Burlington, CT
Accessibility: Handicapped parking, wheelchair accessible, info. call Laura, 860-675-8130.
Directions: http://www.ct.gov/dep/directions
Sponsor: DEP WildlifeFee:$5.00 per person
Registration: Registration is not required.
Contact: Laura Rogers-Castro-(860-675-8130)
Contact Email: laura.rogers-castro@ct.gov
Details: Additional information at bandjhenderson@sbcglobal.net

Update: The event on the 19th is not a class. It is a local Orienteering Event with 5 courses offered from Beginner to Advanced. Basic instruction and loaner compasses are available on the day of the event. Registration runs from 10:00 to noon. After brief registration and some instruction, you and your scouts can go out on the basic course which has controls located on or very near trails. Cost is $5.00 per scout.

Please let us know how many are interested. E-mail: Pack61easthartford@gmail.com

Webelos One schedule

Current Webelos One schedule

October 10 - Den Meeting 7pm
October 17 - Den Meeting 7pm
November 7 - Den Meeting 7pm
November 14 - Den Meeting 7pm - Updated
December 12 - Den Meeting 7pm
December 19 - Den Meeting 7pm

Tiger Den schedule

Current Tiger Den schedule

October 18th – TIGER Den "Go See It" East Hartford Fall Fest at the town Green on Main (See below)
November 7th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH// bring popcorn orders in
November 14th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @ THE CHURCH led by TBA
December 5th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH
December 12th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH led by TBA
January 9th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH
January 16th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH led by TBA
February 6th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH
February 20th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH led by TBA
March 6th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH
March 20th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH led by TBA
April 3rd - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH
April 10th - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH led by TBA
May 1st - TIGER DEN MEETING - 7PM @THE CHURCH

The 19th Annual Fall Fest

Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 10:00 AM - 4 PM at the East Hartford Town Green located on Main Street. Featuring family oriented games, crafters, contests, moon bounce, giant slide, bathtub racers, race cars, music, entertainment, pony rides and hay wagon rides. Purchase an all inclusive wrist-band for unlimited rides for $7.00 or pay for individual rides. Sponsorship provided by E.H. Chamber of Commerce. Free children’s pumpkin painting while supplies last. IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE EVENT WILL BE HELD INSIDE THE EHCCC.

Again this year ChildPlan, will be hosting a “Create Your Own Scarecrow.” Hay and stakes will be provided, bring your costumes and decorations. Prizes will be awarded in several categories. Limited to first 50 families to register. Details visit www.childplan.org or call 860-291-1741.