HELLO 567!
Please skim all below. For a direct link to lists of upcoming events each month, just click: March, April, and May
A NOTE FROM CM DANA
As spring brings our area back to life, we start getting that itch to get outside. Below are a list of upcoming dates and potential fun we have in store. Take a look!
LOOK FOR VIDEO UPDATES FROM CM DANA – March will be an off month and in lieu of a Pack meeting, I will be making a video or two with some updates and info to make all this jump off the page a little.
THANK YOU! – This has been a very unusual year and as we start to see signs of normalcy blossom with vaccines and better knowledge safe-practices for in-person gatherings, I thank each and every one of you for doing your part to keep the Pack safe.We have two new Dens in our Pack – the Lion and Tigers have families who haven’t experienced a “normal year” with us yet. For you, I offer a look at a typical year with Pack 567 by clicking here.
Thanks!
Cubmaster Dana
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FIRST
Huge congratulations to all our AOL Scouts and their families who earned their final Cub Scout rank of Arrow of Light in February a big bucket of well wishes for those who bridged to Troops to continue their journey in Scouts. Way to go!
SECOND
1. We have a website!!!! (you might be viewing this ON it, lol) Check it out and let me know what you think! pack567.org — WE EVEN HAVE A “CALENDAR” page which will have different view of many of the items listed below as well as a NEW Pack Google Calendar you can subscribe to! (https://pack567.org/calendar)
2. We have a COOK BOOK! You have until Friday March 12th to get your last minute recipe submissions in. This will commemorate our 1 year of this wild year that all started with us having to postpone our Potluck March 12, 2020. Get your recipe in the book before we print a hard copy!!
ADD YOUR RECIPE & VIEW CURRENT RECIPE BOOK PDF: https://pack567.org/2021/03/08/pack-cook-book/
3. FLOWER SALES ARE COMING!!! Please look out for a dedicated email by Friday with details on how to get some of the most amazing flowers, super convenient and benefit the Pack via fundraising.
DATES
MARCH
See the 6 upcoming events listed below!
Overview: For most of March, let’s take a little break from zooms and the hustle and bustle. We won’t have too much planned for this month aside from a Pack in-person hike this Saturday (the first since fall of last year) and Flower Sales!!
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1. THE FLOWERS ARE COMING! THE FLOWERS ARE COMING!
Last year we participated in flower fundraising as a pack EXACTLY as the pandemic hit. FUN!
Actually, it turned out to be pretty awesome. The flowers were amazing (I’m ordering me some hanging baskets this year!) and competitively priced AND contactlessly delivered! Bonus – the Pack received a cut.
Keep an eye out for an email dedicated to Flower Sale info heading to an inbox near you by Friday March 12th!
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2. PACK HIKE: BISON’S BLUFF
SATURDAY MARCH 13TH @ 2PM
Bison’s Bluff Park, roughly 2 milesBring 6 essentials of Cub Scouts, wear good shoes – muddy from snow melt, bring masks and your own sanitizer. There is a porta potty, however, the main center is closed for renovation work. This hike is awesome – lots of natural spots to rest and commune with nature – keep an eye out for deer!
Address: 1111 E Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194
Contact: Assistant Cub Master, Tim Cherry – 312-502-1988
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3.SUMMER CAMP INFO SESSION
MONDAY MARCH 22nd @6:30pm
Please note, this changed from 3/15 previously scheduledSummer camp options can be confusing, especially if you’ve never been. I’ll do a live info session via this Teams link to answer questions and explain what our plans are for 2021!
DAY CAMP PLANS: JUNE 21-25 @ VON OVEN
WEBELOS OVERNIGHT: JULY 25-27 @ CAMP FREELAND LESLIE, WISCONSIN
You’re invited to join a Microsoft Teams meeting – link in SB email and on FB group
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4.LEADER MEETING: APRIL PLANS
TUESDAY MARCH 23rd @ 7pm
Please join our Teams meeting whether you’re a leader or parent (psst – you’re also a leader!)…we’ll talk about how we’re going to make April TONS O’ FUNS
You’re invited to join a Microsoft Teams meeting – link in SB email and on FB group
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5. EASTER EGG HUNT AND FUN
SATURDAY MARCH 27TH @10AM
Three Fires Council Easter Egg Hunt (ages 10 and under)Camp Big Timber, Elgin, IL
Pack 567 is registering for the “Eggspressway” field Socially distant, egg hunting fun $10 per youth, adults free!This has always been advertised as a great event and I look forward to our first time participating.
PLEASE EMAIL ME LETTING ME KNOW YOU’LL BE THERE SO WE KNOW WHO TO EXPECT! (cwdana@gmail.com)
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6. MAX’S BIG CAMPOUT CHARITY
Camp in your backyard (if able!)
I know it’s spring break on the 27th, but if you’re able, camp out in your yard and take a look at this dedicated Youth in the UK (MAX!) He’s coming up on a year of camping in his own backyard EVERY SINGLE NIGHT! He raise funds for a Hospice Care center (nearly $200k!!) Read more about his story, contribute to his cause or start fundraising for your own cause.
APRIL
See the 4 potential events in the month of April below
Overview: We are going to have an outdoor Pack meeting for sure! Details are still forming, but we will have things finalized soon. Here are the loose dates to earmark on your calendar:
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1. PACK HIKE: STARVED ROCK
April 5th @ 130PM This is the tail end of 203’s Spring Break. We are scheduling this hike on a Monday to attempt to avoid crowds at Starved Rock. If you are able, would love to see you. We will try to make another run to Starved Rock (or neighboring Mattheisen Park) this spring on a weekend.
Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/msRmTPZwHe4tRmmj8
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2. DISTRICT PINEWOOD DERBY
April 17th @ Stratford Mall (virtual, though)
DETAILS TBD Stay tuned – the pack may be able to view via streaming
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3. POTENTIAL FOR IN-PERSON OUTDOOR PACK MEETING POSSIBLY CAMPOUT AT VON OVEN (to make up for our missed one last fall)DATE/TIME/ETC TBD
Potential: Raingutter Regatta – using hand pumps vs. straws/blowing, professional Pack and individual photos
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4. WEBELOS AND AOL DEN CAMPOUT @ CAMP BIG TIMBER FRIDAY APRIL 23-25
Den-only campout – details and sign up comingThis will make up for our postponed plans in November.
MAY
Overview: We hope to close out our “school/scout year” with our traditional Bon Fire and S’mores at Von Oven. Scouts will hopefully be in a good place with their Rank Advancement to earn their awards at this time.
Specific date, time, and details to come.
Cub Scout Pack 567, Naperville, IL 