TuesdayMay 8,2012
The Mighty Bear Den went Zip-Lining at the OC Outdoor Education Center last weekend, flying through the air with the greatest of ease. The Scouts got their land legs back just in time for the day’s adventure after their kayaking excursion the week before. Only a few bugs were eaten before the flying bears [...] Read more »
WednesdayMay 2,2012
The Mighty Bear Den boarded kayaks in Newport Harbor last weekend, maneuvering their small crafts around sailboats, yachts, and other vessels in the harbor. Some Bears had to row with their parent as dead weight behind them. One parent and scout team even demonstrated a man-over-board drill. A great time was had by all. Check out the [...] Read more »
SaturdayApr 28,2012
The Tiger Den roared through Oak Canyon Nature Center last weekend. The fearless group hiked high and low, enjoying the natural beauty of the canyon, and followed the leave-no-trace principles that they learned in their den meeting. No animal or stick was harmed. The boys did a great job of keeping a pace that [...] Read more »
WednesdayApr 25,2012
Hi Pack Families, Our friends in Boy Scout Troop 811 are have a fundraiser next Tuesday, May 1st, at Lomeli’s Italian Restaurant. All we are being asked to do is to enjoy a delicious Italian lunch or dinner, and give THIS FLYER to the server. Lomeli’s will donate 20% of your bill to the the [...] Read more »
MondayApr 23,2012
All Cub Scouts are invited to help the city of Brea plant trees in celebration of Arbor Day this Thursday, April 26 at 3:30 p.m. in the afternoon. Scouts will meet at Founder’s Park, which is located near the NW corner of Berry Street and Central Avenue in Brea (you may also google 777 Skyler [...] Read more »
ThursdayApr 19,2012
Do you have a classmate, team mate, or friend that might be interested in joining Cub Scouts? Invite them to our Ice Cream Social this Sunday and show them the fun we have. Boys who bring a friend that joins the pack will receive a “Recruiter” patch. Click on the image to the right to [...] Read more »
MondayApr 9,2012
Greetings Pack 811 Families, Summer Day Camp Sign Ups are now on-line. Because so many of our boys had a great time last year and were able to complete the majority of their rank, once again we will camp with the Portolo District at Firestone Scout Camp. Summer camp is the highlight of a Cub [...] Read more »
ThursdayMar 15,2012
Pack 811 has been awarded the Gold Level Journey of Excellence award for 2011. This award is only awarded to packs which achieve excellence in a variety of areas, including fully trained leadership, service projects, outdoor activities, financial and activity planning, and at least 1 pack and 2 den events each month. This is [...] Read more »
MondayFeb 13,2012
Our own Jim Root was recently honored at the annual Orange County Portola District Awards dinner that was held last Thursday evening. Jim, our Religious Awards Coordinator for the past 4 years, received the districts “Extra Mile” award which is awarded to adult leaders who go out of their way to help whenever and wherever [...] Read more »
ThursdayFeb 2,2012
Every Scout pledges to fulfill his duty to God. Two programs for Cub Scouts, Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei, aim to build a relationship with Christ and his Church, and to increase appreciation for God’s creation and the importance of service. In a ceremony on January 28th, Bishop Tod Brown celebrated Mass with Catholic Scouts in Orange County and presented [...] Read more »
FridayJan 27,2012
Another exciting Pinewood Derby was conducted last Sunday, with nearly 50 scouts vying for the coveted first place race trophy and various design ribbons. Even siblings and dads showed off their car building in their own races. Never before have we had such creative designs, nor closer races. Less than 0.007 seconds separated the top three finishers. [...] Read more »
TuesdayJan 24,2012
Registration for this year’s University of Scouting is now open on line. Please click the link below to view course offerings and registration: https://sites.google.com/site/ocbsauniv/home The University of Scouting is a 1-day “crash course” for a variety of scouting leadership skills. This year it will be held on Saturday, March 3rd at Santa Ana [...] Read more »
TuesdayJan 24,2012
Blue and Gold Dinner On February 25, 2012 from 4 – 7 pm in the St. Angela Merici Hall, we will be celebrating our annual Blue and [...] Read more »
MondayJan 23,2012
Pack 811 will celebrate “Scout Sunday” at St. Angela Merici Parish on February 5th, in honor of the founding of Boy Scouts of America on Feb. 8, 1910. Our Tigers, Cubs, and Webelos will attend the 9:30 Eucharist to proudly display their commitment to Scouting and to youth ministry at St. Angela Merici. Scouts and leaders will gather outside the church [...] Read more »
TuesdayJan 17,2012
On Sunday, January 8, 2012, all eleven Stealth Bombers took a trip to UCLA’s Pauley Pavillion and met with former cub scout leader and engineer Mr. Mark Josten. The visit included a tour of the current contruction to the Pauley Pavillion along with some engineering lectures by Mr. Josten. A great time was had [...] Read more »