Uh-oh...Scheduling Problems!!!

Whoopsie...
It looks like I've prematurely scheduled the meeting during another event at the church. Sorry, everyone!
(Special thanks to G.D. and R.S. for the head's up!)

Oh well. In hopes of atoning for this blunder, I'm currently trying to secure another gym-ish venue to play in.

So here's the deal...
We're going to maintain the current scheduled time and activity.
As soon as I've secured a venue, I'll send out an e-mail with a location, directions and a supplemental phone call to ensure everyone gets the news.

In the horrible event that I can't find a spot, I'll just do the same thing but include additional information on the new activity we'll be doing.

It's going to take a couple of weeks for me to get back in the groove.
I apologize for the mix-up, everyone.

Saturday Face-off!

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

Our next den meeting will be this Saturday (10-20-07) at 10:00 am.
We'll be meeting at the LDS Ward on Wasatch Drive.

Now hear this!
It's time for a team-building activity...
We'll be meeting in the ward gym to play some Broom-ball!
It's just like ice hockey but without the pads, pucks and ice.

My only requests are that the boys:
- bring a broom (just like the one you sweep your kitchen with)
- a pair of gloves (to protect their hands)
- dress for physical activity (t-shirts, sweats and sneakers)

Parents, bring some gym clothes and join the fun!
It's sure to be a great time.
And who knows?
If this takes off, we can invite the West Village Den to join us next time!
See you there!

Please e-mail me if there are any questions.

Badge Recall

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

As of today, the Boy Scouts of America are recalling the Immediate Recognition badges and beads due to a high content of lead. (Read the article here.)



For our Den, I'd like for every parent to collect the IR Placard from their Cub and turn it over to a Cub Scout Leader as soon as possible. (Tonight's meeting would be a great opportunity.) From here, the Den leaders will hang on to them until we receive instructions from the Great Salt Lake Council on what steps to take next.

If there are any questions, please contact a leader.

Thank you in advance for your compliance.

T.Z.

Next Den Meeting...

***ANNOUNCEMENT***

Hello, everyone!
Sadly, V.Z. and I will be out of town for the next few days. (We're off to Moab!)

That doesn't mean that there won't be a Den Meeting!
Our esteemed Assistant Den Leader will be holding this week's Den Meeting at his home, located at 3 Medical Plaza between the medical towers on the west.
Date and time will be this Friday, October 5 at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is free after 6 p.m.)


Have fun, guys. I look forward to hearing about it next week.

Staying Safe, Pt. II...9-29-07

This Saturday's Den Meeting was very informative.
The boys in attendance checked off Achievement #9 and learned some very important lessons on Fire, Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety.

I'd like to thank all the Parents, Scouts and Staff who endured the stinky weather to help make the meeting happen. We couldn't have done it without you.

Details for the next Den meeting are coming soon.

Next Den Meeting

Our next Den Meeting will be this Saturday, September 29th at 10 am.
The location will be the LDS Ward on Wasatch Drive.

The topic for our next meeting will be Achievement #9, "Be Safe at Home and on the Street." Take a look at your Wolf Handbook to know what to expect! (pp. 82-87)
I hope to see you all there.

Please e-mail me if you have any questions, comments or concerns.

Thanks!

9-21-07 Pack Meeting

This month's Pack meeting was one to remember.
Our Color Guard did great, the activities were informative and fun, and our Den received a ton of awards!


Here are our guys, standing tall, looking good and ready to go!
I was very proud. They remembered all their cues from rehearsal.

(Wait, aren't they backwards? Yeah, that was a small error on my part. Sorry.)





Once they posted the Colors, the Orator (J.W.) led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.







After the Opening Ceremonies, the Pack mantle of Cubmaster was handed off to one of our Den fathers, D.L.

The Pack family gave him a very warm welcome.





This meeting's project and activity was conducted by the West Village Den leadership.
They did a great job.

We made a bird caller out of a block of wood and an eyescrew.







Everybody got a big kick out of that.
Once we were finished building them, we enjoyed a group bird call.







The activity of the night was a game of "Lava Crossing."








The boys had to use teamwork, balance and quick reflexes to make it across.







Here they are, guarding their precious footpads from getting snatched by a leader.







After the activity, it was time for awards!
D.S. (1st on the left) earned the Cub Scout Outdoor Activity Award along with the Immediate Recognition Placard with one bead.









S.W. also earned the CSOAA and IR Placard.








C.L. received the CSOAA for participating in the Den's outdoor activities.







So did V.Z., who got a IR bead along with his CSOAA.








The MVP for the night however, was A.H.
Along with the CSOAA and an IR Placard, our Den Bannerman met the requirements for his Bobcat Badge!

His Mom was so proud!




Sadly, leaders aren't allowed to wear the CSOAA in the proper place. But considering how much the Chief has helped us with our requirements, I thought he deserved some recognition.





Wait a minute? Where's J.W.'s pics? Unfortunately, my photographer at the time left the lens cap on when he snapped his award images. So to the proud W. Parents, please accept my sincerest apologies. I'll get him next time. Honest!

After the awards section was complete, the Color Guard retired the Colors and the meeting came to an end.










On to the refreshments!

I'm really happy for our Cubs this month.
Keep up the good work, guys.




Before I forget, there were two Cubs who didn't get an award because they were absent from the Pack meeting. Scouts M.D. and M.G.P., each of you have a patch coming to recognize all your effort! E-mail me for details.