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24 Cub Scouts Earn Religious Emblems

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 medals to those who completed religious emblem programs.

Pack 811 is especially proud of our Cub Scouts for earning their well-deserved emblems, and for their parents and familes who supported them:

Parvuli Dei (Children of God)

Tyler B.
Ethan De.
Ethan Du.
Braden H.
Justin N.
Arthur N.
Mikal Q.
Matthew R.
Eric S.
Alexander S.

Light of Christ

Nicholas B.
Matthew B.
Mitchell D.
Noah G.
Aidan H.
Collin H.
Jonathan L.
Ian R.
Connor R.
Ryan S.
Justin S.
Cosme T.
Ben W.
Joshua W.

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Congratulations Pinewood Racers!

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.  All scouts are to be congratulated for their handiwork and great display of sportsmanship.  In addition to the racing fun, scouts were able to try on a real dragster thanks to Eagle Scout Rick, and were entertained by yet more pies in the faces of Christian and Jim.  A great day was had by all due to the hard work of many of our great parents.  Check out pictures of the event in our photo albums.

scoutcars2 For the designs, the top prizes went to:

Best Paint Job:
Ben W., Trent E., Matthew R.
Best Scouting Theme:
Ethan D., Jared D., Collin H.
Fastest Looking:
Luke C., Trent E., Steven G.
Most Origional:
Sam W., Grant E., Ben W.
img_1303 Best Use of Stickers:
Chad H., Ian R., Noah G., Tyler B.
Scariest Looking:
Vincent P., Grant E., Alexander R.
Most Patriotic:
Braden H., Arthur N., Ian M.
Best Name:
Tyler B., Ben W., Sam W.

The race medal winners are:

Tigers: (1st place) Aiden H. (2nd place) Nicholas B. (3rd place) Matthew B.
Wolves: (1st place) Jackson N. (2nd place) Conner R. (3rd place) Jake Q.
Bears: (1st place) Tyler H. (2nd place) Braden H. (3rd place) Luke C.
Webelos: (1st place) William B. (2nd place) Mikal Q. (3rd place) John R.

img_4175 And the Pack Champions are:

First Place: Mikal Q.
Second Place: William B.
Third Place: Braden H.

Congratulations Mikal!

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Blue and Gold Dinner

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 Gold Dinner.  This is a special night for our pack because it marks the anniversary of the birth of Cub Scouts.  It is particularly memorable for our Webelos II den who will be transitioning from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts.

Since our pack has become so large, this invitation is for scouts and their immediate family members (parents/guardians and siblings) only.  Please send us your RSVP through this > LINK < no later than
Friday, February 17, 2012.

Thank you in advance.  We look forward to seeing all of your there.

Yours in Scouting,
Christian Lising
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Scout Sunday on February 5

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 at 9:15 in full “Class A” uniforms, process with a color guard, and sit together in the front pews.

Any Cub Scouts or Boy Scouts who are part of the St. Angela Merici community (not just those from Pack or Troop 811) are welcome and encouraged to participate.

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Pack Committee Chair Honored

Our own Jim Remley was among this year’s recipients of the Bronze Pelican Award by the Catholic Committee on Scouting for the Diocese of Orange. Jim was awarded the distinguished honor on December 11, 2011, at the Marywood Center, following a mass celebrated by Bishop Tod Brown.
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.
Congratulations Jim, and thanks for everything you do for our Pack!
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The Pinewood Derby is Coming!

Greetings Pack 811 Racers!

Our annual pinewood derby will be held on Sunday, January 22nd. Click on the image on the right for the official rules.  Note that all cars must be turned in on Saturday, January 21st.

We are once again including both siblings and parents in this year’s event.   Scout entries should include their “BEST” contribution.

A workshop will be held in the next few weeks for those that need a little help getting started.  A date and time for the workshop will be announced once confirmed.  Some useful hints can also be found on line.  Check out the Resource Library for some links. We are looking forward to another great event!

Steve Swanson
2012 Pinewood Derby Event Chair

Check out some past entries in our photo albums!

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Popcorn and FirstAid Kit pick up

Popcorn and 1st Aid Kit Pick up

Hi Scouts,

Those of you who have Take Home Orders can pick them up at St. Angela Merici on Saturday, November 19 at the following times:

Wolves, Webelos I and Webelos II Dens-
pick up between 10:00 and 11:00
Tigers and Bears Dens-
pick up between 11:15 and 12:15

We can also use your help in sorting the products in the morning between 8:30 and 10:30.  If you are interested in helping the committee with this, please let me know.  We will need at least 6 people, scouts and/or parents.

Yours in Popcorn,
Christian Lising

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Join us at Knotts this December

Hi Scouts and Families,

Our Knott’s Berry Farm “Classic Christmas Tour” will take place on Saturday, December 3rd from 9AM-3PM. We will need to arrive no later than 8:30 AM so that we can get checked in and started on time. This special five-hour tour will enable us to see and participate the following activities:

  • Snoopy’s Ice Show
  • A Christmas Carol
  • Spinner Weaver
  • Toy Maker
  • Candle making
  • Blacksmith
  • Mine and Log Rides
  • Train Presentation

Our per person ticket price is $12.00; please sign up early so that we can provide this information to our tour guide. Payment will be accepted at the upcoming pack meeting on Sunday, October 16th (please make checks payable to pack 811).   Note this is not general admission to the park – it is a special guided tour designed just for Scouts.  Each Scout that participates will also receive a “limited edition” Knott’s Scout Patch—so don’t delay; sign up now if you plan on joining us for Knott’s Berry Farm “Classic Christmas Tour”.

RSVP HERE

Any questions, please contact me at lhlynch@sbcglobal.net or 714-393-0264.

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The ACT Food Drive is Coming!

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 16, while our 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.  Last year, we had so many helping hands that we finished stapling fliers before the scouts got done with their gathering game.

Saturday, October 22, and Sunday, October 23, our scouts will distribute grocery bags after all the Eucharists. We need a minimum of 6 scouts for each Eucharist to cover all the Church exits. You do not have to attend the particular Eucharist you signed up for.  All you need to do is show up before the Eucharist ends and spend 15 minutes or so distributing grocery bags.  Scouts must wear their class A uniform.
Saturday, October 29, and Sunday, October 30, our scouts will assist with the collection of grocery-filled bags from parishioners before each Eucharist.  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 10 scouts (6 to cover each Church entrance and 4 to cover the tables) and their families for each shift.   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 is greatly appreciated.

Sign-Up Sheet

The ACT Office really counts on the help of our cub scouts during their Annual Food Drive.  Let us show them that Pack 811 is not only about fun but also about serving the community.

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

Yours in scouting,
Naila and Matt Currie

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Important Popcorn Dates and Information

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Earn A Religious Emblem

Welcome to Pack 811 parents as we begin another year of Fun with a Purpose.

Part of that purpose is all-important promise to do ones Duty to God in every corner of life: family, friends, school, church, activities, and Scouting.  Here at Pack 811, we actively encourage our Scouts to understand and fulfill that pledge, and to complete the religious emblem programs appropriate to their level.

There are programs designed for Scouts of every faith, but as a Catholic-based Pack, we focus on the Light of Christ and Parvuli Dei emblems. Tigers and Wolves work with their parents on the Light of Christ program, which stresses their relationship with Christ, the Church, and their families.  Bears and Webelos complete the Parvuli Dei or “Children of God” program, which reflects on God’s creation and providing service to others.

Both programs require completion of an activity book. The Light of Christ book is relatively straightforward. The Parvuli Dei program is a bit more involved, with a banner requirement, among others.

If you do not have an activity book and would like one, please send an email to rec@cubpack811.org.

This year, requirements must be completed by October 8, so please do not delay.

This is a busy time of year, with school and activities in full swing, but the emblem programs are truly worth the effort. Many of the activities can prompt interesting and meaningful family discussions. The emblem programs also embody our Pack’s commitment to Catholic Scouting, and provide an opportunity to connect faith and scouting in a tangible way. In keeping with their significance, medals are awarded at a county-wide ceremony for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers.  And everyone who earns an emblem may wear a purple knot on all future Scouting uniforms.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours In Scouting,

Jim Root, Religious Emblem Coordinator

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Last Day for Show-n-Deliver Orders

Show-n-Deliver orders


Hi Scouts,
Today is the last day to order your personal supply of popcorn and first aid kits which you can sell on your own.  Place your orders at our Popcorn store.
Your supply will be available for pick up on September 24th. While you are there, be sure to sign up for selling at the Church and banks.  Remember every shift earns a raffle ticket for an ‘i’ prize.
Good Luck!!
Christian Lising
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Three Ways to Sell Popcorn and First Aid Kits!

Three ways to sell popcorn and first aid kits

Hi Scouts!
We now have 3 ways to sell popcorn and first aid kits.
The first one you know about, the Take Home Orders.  You take your order forms and go door-to-door.  Your customer chooses the products they want to buy and you deliver it on November 19th.

The second way is Show-n-Sell.  This is when we sell popcorn and kits directly to customers at  St. Angela Merici Church and at the banks.  There is a couple of little twists this year.  At St. Angela, we can only have 4  boys selling at each mass on Saturday September 24th, and Sunday, September 25th and each scout MUST have a parent present.  The shift is 45 minutes so sign up as soon as possible.

We will be selling at two banks, Bank of America and Banco Popular, on Friday, September 30th and Saturday October 1, and each shift is only 1 1/2 hours long.  We need as many boys as we can for these days.

Each shift at church, earns you ONE raffle ticket.  Shifts at the banks are worth TWO raffle tickets.  We will be raffling off iPrizes at our pack meeting in October.

Our newest way to sell is Show-n-Deliver.  Scouts will be able to order their own separate set of popcorn and kits . Customers are able to select from your product selection.  You then hand over the product and collect the money right then and there.  Place your order before September 2nd from the link below and you will receive your shipment on September 24th.  You are responsible for these items and payment for them is due on November 1.  If you are unable to sell your products by October 22nd, you can return up to 10% of your order to us.  Please choose carefully.

You can find the copies order forms, Show-n-Sell schedule, and Show-n-Deliver order site in the link below.

Click here for our POPCORN page.

Good Luck and Happy Selling!!!
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First Aid Kits and Popcorn Fundraising

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Family Camp is Almost Here!

Good Morning Campers! Family camp is just one week away, and this weekend would be a great time to get that camping gear in shape. Here is some critical info about next weekend:

We will be camping and having fun at the Outdoor Education Center near Irvine Regional Park. We will be shooting BB-guns and archery. In the afternoon we will take a dip in the pool. Do I hear slide? Yes, there is a slide that propels you down a hill to the pool. So get ready to have a fun time!

WHERE

Camp is above Irvine Regional Park. Enter through the Park Main gate. When arriving find a key pad past the ranger booth. The Gate code is: #0808. Please follow the signs to the camping area. Parking is nearby.  See MAP for directions to the camp site.  Arrive between: 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm Gate closes at 9:00 pm (No entry after this time)

CAMPING

Please set up your tent on the decomposed granite. Please do not leave a lot of space between tents. We have a lot of tents to set up.  There will be plenty of experienced campers ready to lend a hand for those who have not set up a tent before. Note – please email JIM if you do not yet have a tent — we have some extra tents that can be borrowed for the weekend.

WHAT TO BRING

Meals on Saturday and Sunday morning are provided by the camp. Please email PETER if you have any food allergies. All families should bring a picnic dinner for Friday evening.  Click HERE for a complete list of items to bring.

WHAT WILL WE BE DOING?

Friday Evening:   Set up camp, BYO picnic dinner. Camp orientation and Cracker barrel
Saturday: Archery, BB-Gun, Swimming, Sliding, and Contests
Saturday Evening:  Pack campfire and Cracker barrel
Sunday:  Scouts Own, Games, Break camp

Quiet time between 10am and 6am.

THE CAMPFIRE

FireMaster Christian will lead us in a ruckus campfire Saturday evening.  In addition to a skit performed by each den, representatives from EVERY family will be asked to impress our pack family in a skit, song, or other performance.  Families may collaborate with other families, or perform on their own.  Please start discussing ideas for your family performance this weekend!  Each family will submit their performance idea to the FireMaster on or before Friday evening.

Please contact us if any questions.  See you camp!

Peter Toller, Christian Lising, and Jim Remley