Pinewood Derby Rules

Our annual Pinewood Derby is coming up Saturday, January 19 2008, at Erickson Chevrolet in Verona!
Car weigh-in and impounding on Thrusday, January 17 at the packmeeting at Glaciers Edge School. If you did not pickup a car at the December pack meeting, pick one up from your Den Leader.
We will be very strict about the rules, so please read them carefuly, and if you have questions, please feel free to ask your leader or a den leader from a older den. Pinewood_rules_2008.pdf
One of the pack's digital scales will be available at the Verona Public Libary for a week leading up to the weigh-in.

There are 100s of car building tips, decals, and extras out there. Search the internet for pinewood derby and you will be overwhelmed. HOWEVER, We want to keep it simple, keep the kids involved, and keep it fair. Please follow the rules above and ensure everyone has fun.

Polar Prowl February 16

Firebuilding, winter survival, sled race, Dutch oven cooking. Scouts who have gone to other winter events liked this one the best. Registration opens at 11am, program runs noon-4pm.
It is a bit past Dodgeville, at Blackhawk Lake county park. Pre-Register by Feb 1. $7/scout, $3/parent. Bring a can of soup and all winter gear. You can register and pay on the council website
Flyer and more info -> PolarProwl_2-16-08.pdf

Winter Fest February 16

Daycamp style event. 8:30 am registration, Program runs 9am - noon at Deerfield Rod&Gun club. BB Guns, Learn to make Hobo Popcorn, Biscuits on a stick. Bring a can of soup, sled, and winter gear for outdoor fun! S
ignup by Feb. 1st $5/person or $7 after that.
Register individualy or as a Den if you are interested in this winter activity.
Flyer Download -> WinterFest_2-16-08.pdf

January Calendar

Full Pack calendar and more events are listed on Scout Track. http://www.scouttrack.org/

January 8 th 6:30-8:00 PM Monthly Leader Meeting at Verona Public Library

January 17 th 6:30-8:00 PM Pack Meeting: Pinewood Derby Weigh-in @ Glacier Edge Elementary. Scouts work on Derby posters. All cars weigh in, and then are impounded till race day. See Events section for full rules.

January 19 th 9:00 am - 2:00 Race Day: Pinewood Derby race at Erickson Chevy in Verona. Times and schedule TBD, race takes all morning, finals in early afternoon.

February Calendar

Full Pack calendar and more events are listed on Scout Track. http://www.scouttrack.org/

February 2 th (all day): Webelos Klondike council event at Camp Indian Trails. Boyscout event Webelos can attend if going with a Troop.

February 6 th 6:30-8:00 PM Monthly Leader Meeting at Verona Public Library

February 9 th (time TBD) Snow Tubbing at Cascade Mtn: Reward for selling all that popcorn! Fully paid pack trip to Cascade for snow tubbing! We will carpool or if enough interest, rent a bus. Parents and Siblings $15-20.

February 16 th (all morning) District Event: Winter Fest in Deerfield, WI. Outdoor winter fun daycamp style. See events page for more info and registration.

also February 16 th (afternoon) District Event: Polar Prowl near Cobb, WI (Dodgeville area). Great event, but further away. See events page for more info and registration.

February 21-22 th: Verona schools off Thrusday and Friday

February 28 th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pack Meeting: Blue and Gold Banquet. Pack provides dinner and we all celebrate as the Webelo IIs graduate to Boy Scouts.

December Calendar

Full Pack calendar and more events are listed on Scout Track. http://www.scouttrack.org/

December 1st Last Chance! Pack Fundraiser: Popcorn Checks to your Den Leader
Please to give your Popcorn checks to your Den Leader as soon as possible. Checks payable to "Pack 549" only please.

December 4th 6:30-8:00 PM Pack Leaders Meeting: @ Verona Library

December 13th 6:30-8:00 PM Pack Meeting: Toys for Tots Glacier Edge Elementary
Agenda TBD... Holiday/Christmas "campfire" theme? Bring a unwrapped toy (in original store packaging) to donate to Toys for Tots

December 25th Christmas

Klondike Derby Feb. 2nd

When: Saturday Feb. 2nd 2008
Where: Camp Indian Trails, Janesville WI
Cost: $8 per youth, $5 per leader. Price includes lunch.
$20 holds unit's spot and is used towards registration. Register by Dec 15th.

Morning patrol competitions, and afternoon's "Musher's Melee" sled race. Displays and deomonstartions: Winder rescue, lumberjacks, rendezvous group, snow building.
More details to come....Klondike_Feb-2-08.pdf

Mission to Mars?

National Logo Contest!

Every participant will receive a patch and certificate from BSA. Come up with your design and enter! From BoyScouts of Ameraica (scouting.org): In honor of BSA's 100th Anniversary, we want to create a memorable logo that captures the true spirit of Scouting... and, we are calling on Scouts all across the country to help us in the effort! We have launched a national contest to inspire creative thinking and engage Scouts at every level. Every registered Scout is eligible. Entries are due by Nov. 30, 2007... Read More >> Link to Download a complete logo contest fact sheet.

American Explorers Cub Scout Camporee: October 6-7, 2007

Hello everyone,
As School and Scouting begins in earnest, don't miss this exciting camping/day trip event, October 6-7: American Explorers Cub Scout Camporee at the Ed Bryant Scout Reservation near Mauston, WI. This event is open to all levels of Cub Scouts from new Tigers to Webelos, their siblings and their families. (Note: There is no formal programming for less than Cub Scout age kids so they may not be able to participate in all activities.)

The Camporee is an all-day hands one experience with living history stations, rendezvous re-enacters, games, crafts, shooting sports, and a campfire. There will be optional Saturday overnight camping with breakfast and morning chapel service on Sunday.
Important Facts:

• The deadline for registration for this event is September 15, 2007 by e-mail to me, Shenoi@tds.net or by sending the "blue form" each Scouting family should have received in the mail last month. Don't delay as the earlier we register the better campsite we will obtain (e.g . closer to bathrooms and the Dining Hall).

• Given the long drive to Mauston on Saturday morning, we highly encourage you to drive to Mauton on Friday night. We have arranged rooms at the Country Inn in Mauston on Friday night October 5 (indoor pool, $73 group rate). You must commit to staying by Wednesday, September 12^th to be eligible for this discounted motel rate.

• The Pack has committed $1000 to subsidize the cost of attending this Camporee. Based on prior year attendance at this event, it will probably be free or close to free for all who go.

• Camping on Saturday night is optional, but not required. If the weather is poor or the family needs to be home early on Sunday you can leave after the campfire on Saturday and be home by 10:30 p.m. (or leave earlier and be home earlier, of course).

• Attending a "Scout's Own Service", which is offered on Sunday morning, is either an achievement or an elective in both the wolf and bear books.

• Check is on Saturday October 6 from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. for overnight campers and from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. for day visitors.

• What to bring?: Appropriate clothing and rain gear if it is expected to be cold and wet Scouting goes on even it the weather doesn't cooperate! Participants are encouraged to add to programming by dressing in a costume representing an American explorer. If not in costume, Scouts and Scouters should wear Scout uniforms or Pack t-shirts.

• Camping gear: If you are camping, bring a tent with ground cloth, sleeping bags and mats, blankets, change of clothing, personal gear and a flashlight. Because of the abundance of dry leaves in the fall and the large number of campers in close proximity, NO FIRES will be allowed in the campsites. Please leave cooking equipment at home.

• Meals: Saturday lunch, supper, evening cracker barrel and Sunday breakfast will be provided. Coffee and hot chocolate will be available throughout the day.

Please let me know if you have any questions,
Hemanth Shenoi
Pack 549 Camping Coordinator

Webelos: Mohawk District Fall Camporee

The Mohawk District Camporee will be held at Stonefield Historical Site in Cassville, WI on September 14-15-16, 2007.  Enjoy "Fun and Fellowship" with your fellow Scouts.  Participate in Boy Scout Merit Badges, Cub Scout Activity Pins, Patrol Challenges, Dutch Oven Dessert Competition, and the Awesome Saturday Night Campfire Program.

Den 9 are going with troop 628.  We have four boys signed up so far.  We plan to leave on Saturday morning rather than Friday evening.  Those who wish to complete one of the activity pins on offer, however, should probably be there Friday night or darned early Saturday.  Troop 349 has also extended an invitation to our webelos to attend the camporee with them.  People should contact Hemanth Shenoi pronto if they want to go with T349 (Verona) and me if they want to go tag along with Den 9 and T628 (Good Shephard Church, serving primarily west Madison).
Mohawk District Units need to submit pre-registion form, final registration form, and merit badge signup sheet by September 7, 2007 if their interest in attending the Mohawk District Fall Camporee.  The Camporee has been opened to other Glacier's Edge District Units that are interested in attending until capacity is reached.

Mohawk District Fall Camporee Registration Form

Nature Trek at Camp Indian Trails

Nature Trek this year is on 9/22/2007 and runs Noon-4 PM. Gates will open at 11:00am for anyone who wishes to picnic before the event. Activities will begin at noon.
Council's Flyer --> NatureTrek_9-22-2007.pdf
The pack will be registering as a group, and car pooling or renting a bus if there is enough interest. This event is ideal for younger scouts (Tiger, Wolf, Bear) and their friends/siblings who want to experience scouts. Pack may subsidize cost, List cost is $5.00 per Registered Scout. $3.00 per Siblings. $0.00 per adult.
Please e-mail Hemanth Shenoi (shenoi@tds.net) if you are interested with the number of your family that plan to attend.
Nature Trek at Camp Indian Trails, 5801 River Rd, Janesville, WI. Map: 5801 N River Rd, Janesville, WI US

November Calendar

Full Pack calendar and more events are listed on Scout Track. http://www.scouttrack.org/

November 6th 6:30-8:00 PM Monthly Leader Meeting at Verona Public Library

November 10th 9:00-11:00 AM Popcorn Pickup at Specialized Electric
1041 Thousand Oaks Trail (see map in the popcorn newsletter) Families come to Specialized Electric and pick up their popcorn orders. You will be assigned a pickup time based upon your den number. Times will range from 9am to 11am.

November 11th Veteran's Day

November 15th 6:30-8:00 PM Pack Meeting: at Glacier Edge Elementary


November 21st - 23rd School Holiday: No School Wed - Fri for Verona Schools

November 22nd Thanksgiving Day

Fall Cub Scout Camporee Oct. 6-7

Set your compass for adventure and follow the footsteps of American Explorers!

Oct 6th and 7th -- Fall Cub Scout Camporee at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation. Camp Info. and Registration. The cost of attending will be subsidized by the Pack. Optional Saturday night overnight camping with breakfast included on Sunday morning.

Follow the footsteps of American Explorers as Cub Scouts from around the Glaciers Edge Council gather at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation for an allday, hands-on learning experience featuring activity stations, living history, shooting sports, an evening campfire, and optional overnight camping. Activities will include re-enactors, blacksmiths, black powder rifles, tomahawk throwing, games, music, storytelling, crafts, cooking and a whole lot more. Make your Scouts eyes grow big with this big event! Mark your calendars for October 6th and 7th, 2007.

Resident Camp at Ed Bryant

Knights of the Roundtable Cub Resident Camp at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation Attached is the camp guide for the upcoming Cub Scout Resident camp. This camp is August 10 - 12. (Friday 1:00 pm check-in to Sunday 11:00 am). Rick Geese needs a volunteer to be the on-site camping coordinator. He will meet with whowever volunteers and pass along some additional information.
The Plan:

- Check in starts at 1:00 pm on Friday.
- Let's plan on meeting at 10:30 am at Badge Ridge Middle School in Verona with a leave time by 11:00 am.
- Plan on eating a lunch in your vehicles on the way up.
- I'm going to leave it to each of the parents to work out car pool arrangements.
- The camp has several trucks and trailers that will be used to transport our gear back to the campsites. We will unload our gear in the parking lot, the counselors will
haul the gear up to our campsite,while we hike in.
- There are three campsites, so we will likely be camping with other packs.
- All food will be prepared at the lodge. We won't be preparing any food at our camp.
- There is going to only be one swim area, so there are no swim tests as in other summer resident camps that we have attended.
- Attached is the guide with all the information.

Scout shop moving

Hi Everybody!

The scout shop will be closing it's Fitchburg location and moving on 7/25 (next Wednesday). I will be making arrangements with either the new east side location or with the Janesville office to be able to order by mail, but no arrangements have been set up yet.

If you know you'll be needing some belt loops and/or badges soon please send the request to me ASAP. I will make one last trip to the Fitchburg location next week. Otherwise you may have to wait until September to get anything.

Thank you!

Stacie Longino