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Pinewood Derby Announcement and Rules

Merry Christmas to everyone in Pack 811!
Here is the information that we all need to participate in the Pinewood Derby coming up next month (Click on the image to the right).
 
Here are the key dates:
  • Sunday Jan 2nd at 2 pm; a workshop for those needing assistance in building their car.
  • Saturday Jan 22nd 2-4; drop off your cars for weigh-in.
  • Sunday Jan 23rd 1:30-4; race day
Notice that we have officially included both siblings and parents in this year’s event, and there will be a workshop hosted by Dean Gialamas next weekend for those in need of a little help.
 
Steve Swanson
2011 Pinewood Derby Committee Chair
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Webelos II Become Astronomers

griffith_observatory_dec_2010-3 The Webelos 2 Cobras den visited the Griffith Observatory on a rainy Sunday afternoon. The hike to the Hollywood sign was cancelled due to rain, but everyone enjoyed the wet day at the observatory. The den toured the exhibits inside the observatory and watched a cosmology show in the planetarium. See the den photo album for photos.

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Wolves Show Their Christmas Spirit

The Wolf Den showed their Christmas Spirit this month when they sang Christmas carols to the the wonderful residents of the Emertus Senior Home in Brea. More than a dozen scouts did a great job of singing classic songs such as Silent Night, Joy to the World, and of course, Santa Clause is coming to Town. Thanks to Paul Hinz who accompanied the scouts on piano. Following the recital, the scouts passed out Christmas cards that they had created in their den meeting a week before to over 70 residents. Some of the residents did not want the show to end. Hot chocolate and Christmas cookies were enjoyed afterwords.   All of the scouts brought a little more joy to the world that evening.  See a video of the singing wolves in the Photo Albums.

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Pack Leader Honored

Our own Jim Root is among this year’s recipients of the Bronze Pelican Award by the Catholic Committee on Scouting for the Diocese of Orange. The Bronze Pelican is a diocesan recognition given to adults who have made a significant and outstanding contribution to the spiritual development of Catholic youth in the Boy Scouts of America. Recipients of the award must be exemplary adults and members in good standing in their respective positions in Scouting and in their faith communities.

Jim was awarded this distinguishing honor on Sunday, December 12, 2010, at the Marywood Center Chapel, by Auxiliary Bishop of Orange, Dominic Luong.  Congratulations Jim!

With fellow recipients   Jim With Family

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Webelos II Know How to Fix Things

The Webelos 2 Cobras den spent Sunday afternoon earning their Handyman activity pin. The scouts (1) learned how to and demonstrated checking the oil and tire pressure on a car, (2)helped change a tire on a car, (3) learned and showed how to maintain and fix their own bikes, and (4) demonstrated how to change a light bulb. The scouts all did very good work in showing their handyman skills. Thanks go to parents John and Anthony for running the bike and car repair stations. Also, thanks go to Carolyn for making a delicious snack for the den.

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Christmas Boat Parade Information

Hi Everyone,

The Christmas Boat Parade in Newport is right around the corner.  Here is some information you might find useful:

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  • The event is on Friday, December 17th.   The parade officially starts at 6:30, but will not reach the sea base until around 8:00.   It is highly suggested that you arrive as early as possible.   The sea scouts will have activities for the younger scouts before the parade starts.
  • The Seaport is located at 1931 W Coast Hwy, Newport Beach, CA 92663.  You can view a map by clicking on the image to the right or print instructions by clicking HERE.  When driving to the area, Newport Blvd will likely be crowded.  An alternative that may be less crowded is to use 19th street to Dover Drive.
  • There is no parking at the Sea Base.  Carpooling is recommended to minimize the number of cars.  Car loads can be dropped off and picked up in front of the base.  
  • If visitors arrive early, there might be public parking available at the meters or the small parking lots behind the businesses on the north side of PCH. If visitors arrive only a short while before the parade, expect close by parking to be gone, and heavy traffic on PCH.  The closest available may be in the neighborhood on the bluff above PCH.  There may be parking at Horace Ensign Middle School, at the corner of Irvine Ave. & Cliff Dr.  This is about a 1 mile walk downhill to the Scout Sea Base (and of course, uphill after the parade!).
  • The base will provide chairs and will have food for sale.  No need to bring anything except warm clothes and maybe an extra blanket.    Since all scouts should be covered by a few layers of sweaters and jackets, there is no need for any uniform.
  • Note that the parade will go on rain or shine.  If there is any chance of rain, come prepared!
  • You can find more information about the parade itself here: http://www.christmasboatparade.com/

We look forward to a fun evening with our pack family.

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Take Home Orders are Due

Hi Scouts,

 
Just as a reminder, the Take Home Order Money is Due this weekend.  Many of you have already made arrangements with your den leaders to have submit the checks.  For those of you who haven’t, please come by my house today to drop it off.  
 
I request that no cash be remitted.  Please write a personal check (made payable to Pack 811) for the cash that you received from your customers. Please have your name written in the memo section of all the checks.
 
For those of your who did not receive your orders of Chocolate Lover’s Collection, we will be receiving these the weekend of December 11th.
Yours in Scouting,
Christian Lising
 
2933 Blackpine Court
Fullerton, CA 92835
(714) 906-9276

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Webelos II Trek Through Chino Hills State Park

 The Webelos 2 Cobras den took a bike trek through Chino Hills State Park today. They started at the West end of the park and rode up Telegraph Canyon trail to the middle of the park before heading back. The seven scouts that participated rode for a total distance of 10 miles. The den saw some birds, but no other wildlife. The scouts did have some fun riding through a muddy puddle on the way back to the cars. Pictures of the outing are in the den 1 photo albums.

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Winning Wolves to go on a Lasertag Adventure!

The results are in, and once again, Den 4 has led the pack in in popcorn sales! Sixteen boys sold a total of $7,262 in product, or an average of $454 per scout.  This represents over 40% of the total sales for the pack!   As a reward for this great achievement, the Wolves will receive a fun outing of Lasertag, Pizza, and Video Games.    We will be going out on Monday, December 20th from 12:00 to 2:30 (the first day of Christmas vacation).

Wolves, please sign up at the link below. Great job Den 4!

>>Sign-up Here<<

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Popcorn and First Aid Kit Pickup

Pick-Up Time!

 Hi Scouts,
Popcorn and First Aid Kit pick up will be on Saturday, November 20 from 10 am –  1pm at St. Angela Merici.  We will be giving you your Take Order Sheets back at that time.  
If you happened to collect any money, we can take it from you.  Otherwise, your remaining balance is due on Saturday, December 4 (Please refer to the receipt emailed to you).
Yours in Scouting,
Christian Lising
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Disney Advance Movie Screening Outing

Hi Scouts,

Our pack has been invited to attend a special 3D screening of the new Disney movie “Tangled“.  Your entire family is invited to attend.  Best of all, it is free!   We will have a special section reserved for us at the Irvine Spectrum, on Saturday, November 13, at 9:00am.   I will be handing out passes at the ACT food drive event this Sunday, and will have some available for pick up during the week.  A limited number of passes are available, so to reserve yours, you can sign up here.   The movie opens to the general public on November 24th.

Scouts should wear their class B pack T-shirt.  Unfortunately, this is the same day our Webelos dens will be at the 100th anniversary encampment, but all scouts not attending the encampment are welcome to join us.

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Cub Scout Advent Day

The Diocese of Orange Catholic Scouting Organization is sponsoring Cub Scout Advent Day on Saturday, December 4th, for those that are interested.  Enjoy a day of fun and faith in the Cub Scout way as your son explores the season of Advent and prepares for celebration of Christ’s birth and triumphant return! Parents are welcomed to stay and participate.

More information can be found here.  Click here to register.

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Webelos II See Play and Earn Showman Pin

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The Webelos 2 Cobras den spent the month of October finishing the Showman activity pin that we started in September. A night of music was enjoyed by all at the October den meeting. On Saturday, Oct. 16th, the den went to Fullerton College and was thrilled and chilled by a dramatic performance of the play ‘Frankenstein.’

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Scouts Aim for Big Prizes!

Just TWO more weeks remain for our biggest fundraiser of the year.  So far our scouts have done a fantastic job – selling almost 30% more in this year’s show and sell events than last year’s.  With the addition of the first aid kit option, we expect big numbers for those take home sales as well! Besides helping parents lower their costs for camp and other pack events, your scout’s sales also help earn themselves some very cool prizes!  Mr. Wemple will be awarding the first of these prizes with an iPod Shuffle raffle for those who worked a shift at the Church or banks at tomorrow’s pack meeting.  Click on the prize sheet to see all of the prizes available this year.

All take home order sheets must be turned into your Den Leader,  Mr. Lising or Mr. Remley by Saturday, October 30th. Any order sheet turned in late will not have any popcorn available for it. If possible, please retain a copy of your order form before turning in the original.    Just an idea – your scout will be in his Class A uniform after tomorrow’s pack meeting – this would be a great time to to give more neighbors a chance to buy some popcorn and first aid.  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact our Popcorn Kernel.

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ACT Food Drive Help Needed!

Dear Pack 811 Families:

Our Pack’s biggest service project is coming up in the next few weeks. Our Cub Scouts will be assisting the ACT Office with their annual food drive. This is a great event to show our scouts that their service can make a big impact to those who are less fortunate.

Sunday, October 17, while the scouts are having fun during the pack meeting, we will ask parents to help staple fliers to grocery bags. Please bring a stapler with you (we will provide the staples). The more parents stapling, the faster we will get the job done.

Saturday, October 30, and Sunday, October 31, our scouts will distribute grocery bags after all the Masses. We need a minimum of 6 scouts for each Mass to cover all the Church exits. You do not have to attend the particular Mass you signed up for. All you need to do is show up before the Mass ends and spend 15 minutes or so distributing grocery bags. Scouts must wear their class A uniform.

Saturday, November 6, and Sunday, November 7, our scouts will assist with the collection of filled bags from the parishioners before each Mass. We will have tables at the plaza where parishioners can drop off their food donations. The scouts will bring the food they have collected to the Parish Hall for immediate sorting. We need the help of at least 6 scouts and their families for each shift.   At 12:15 on Sunday, we need as many people as we can get to finish the sorting and move the boxes to the storage.  Sorting of the food is a huge task and the more help we have, the easier the job will be. If you have a wagon, please bring it with you. The boys enjoy loading them to carry the food. Scouts must wear their class A uniform.

Please click on the link below to sign up for your shifts. If you can spare the time, please sign up for more than one shift for each weekend. It would be greatly appreciated.

>> Sign-up Here<<


The ACT Office really counts on the help of our Cub Scouts during their Annual Food Drive. Let us show them what Pack 811 is all about!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at nailacurrie@msn.com.

Yours in Scouting,

Matt and Naila Currie