Tool Time (10-27-07)

Saturday's Den Meeting was an absolute hit.

Our ADL put on a great class and helped the boys learn a ton about hand tools and their uses.
For their building project, the guys built do-it-yourself pneumatic rocket launchers. They were really excited and eager to get their hands busy with the tools. And even though it sometimes took a bullhorn to get them to listen to instructions, they all played it safe and paid attention when it counted. In the end, all the Cubs were able to check off Wolf Achievement #5.
But a picture's worth a thousand words:
Here's a group picture taken before the meeting started.
Look at all those smiles!







The first part of the class consisted of learning the different tools and their functions...







...Like how to pull a nail with a hammer.








...Or how to use a screwdriver.








Even the Cubmaster got in on some of the fun by helping out with instruction.







When the time finally came to start building the launch pads, the boys were all ears.







Everyone worked hard and did their best!








Here's M.G.P. with the near-final product.








J.W. works diligently on his base.











Here's some of the boys gathering close for a demonstration.








And of course, what would a work day be without a couple of breaks in between? ;-)







All in all, it was a great day.
The Cubs participated in a great activity and afterwards thanked the ADL for his hard work.







Before I go, I wanted to thank Cub Scout A.H. for his excellent work as Den Bannerman. His dedication to responsibility ensured that the Den Flag made it to every meeting possible and was cared for in between.
Now, the mantle of Den Bannerman has been passed to a different Cub for the month of November. And I have no doubt that he'll continue to uphold the high standards set by this very important duty.
Take care of our flag, S.W.
We're counting on you!