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 »
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 »
FridayJul 1,2011
It is time again to order our yellow “class B” T-shirts, and we are taking orders so we can be sure to get enough supply for everyone. Note that this year we will have different shirts for the Webelos Scouts, and we are also offering T-shirts for siblings and family members so everyone can [...] Read more »
SundayMay 22,2011
What is Family Camp? Family Camp is an opportunity for all Cub Scouts and their families to enjoy an outdoor camping experience together in a non‐challenging, low‐stress environment. For many young scouts & their families, this may be the first time they have ever slept outdoors or set up a tent. Family Camp [...] Read more »
MondayMay 9,2011
Pack 811 would like to invite everyone and their friends to our easiest fundraiser yet! The El Torito Grill in Brea has generously offered to donate 25% of all of their food bills that have our flyer attached on Friday May 20th to our pack. The offer is valid the entire day, so feel free [...] Read more »
SaturdayApr 16,2011
Greetings Pack 811 Families, Summer Day Camp Sign Ups are now on-line. As we’ve talked about at the pack meetings, this year’s camp will be with the Portolo District at Firestone Scout Camp. Summer camp is the highlight of a Cub Scout’s summer – providing 5 full days of fun and opportunities for rank advancement. [...] Read more »
TuesdayApr 5,2011
A dozen wolves and their families were spotted on the hills around the Oak Canyon Nature Center on Sunday afternoon. The scouts held their den meeting in the canyon, learning a skit and planting vegetable seedlings for a home taco garden. Following the meeting, the boys led their families on a grueling 2 mile hike up [...] Read more »
TuesdayMar 15,2011
Summer is right around the corner, and this summer our pack has decided to attend our own district’s day camp at nearby Firestone Scout Reservation. Our boys will be able to experience camp in a real Scout Camp, and parents will still be able to enjoy a local destination to drop off and pick up [...] Read more »
MondayFeb 14,2011
The Wolf Den will have a Golf Outing on Friday, February 25th at the Brea Creek Golf Course. The scouts will receive a lesson from Jim Howe, the golf instructor at the course. All equipment will be provided. Scouts will meet at the SAM lunch benches at no later than 3:00pm with their [...] Read more »
SaturdayJan 15,2011
Happy Friday Everyone! Our annual Blue and Gold Banquet has been moved one week earlier than previously scheduled to Saturday, February 26th, from 4:00pm to 7:30pm. This allows us to celebrate the event in February, which is designated as the Cub Scout “Birthday” month. Look for a formal announcement and RSVP request in the coming [...] Read more »
WednesdayJan 5,2011
All Scouting families are invited to join together for Scout Sunday, a day designated to allow scouts to show their commitment to our “duty to God”. This year’s Scout Sunday mass will be held on February 6th at 9:30. Scouts are requested to assemble in front of the Church in full Class A uniforms no [...] Read more »