Cub Scout Pack 961

Cincinnati Zoo: March 19th Pack Event

2011-02-14T08:10:00.000-08:00

The March Pack event will be a trip to the Cincinnati Zoo! However, in order to get our group rates and to pay for the program, we do need you to pre-register by February 25th.

In the morning, Tigers and Wolves will be touring the zoo and working on their own achievements, while the Bears and Webelos will be attending a special program designed for their requirements for rank advancement. All dens will meet at the pavilion at noon for lunch.

Details for Tigers and Wolves are still to be finalized.

Webelos and Bears will meet March 19th at 7:30am at the old Walmart building in Oxford to carpool down.

We do request that at least one adult from each family attend with your scouts, so we have plenty of adult supervision. The pack will cover the cost for scouts. If we have enough participation to get the group rate, then adults will be $9 and other kids will be $7. This is a great discount, and it looks like it will be a wonderful time for the kids. We don't do trips outside Oxford very often, so please participate in this one, if you think these trips are a good idea! Contact your den leader before February 25th, if you are able to attend.

Great Pinewood Derby!

2011-02-14T08:06:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all of the boys for a great pack pinewood derby, Saturday, February 12th!

We had some great races, and a very smoothly run evening. 12 boys qualified for the district Pinewood derby, which will be held on April 9th!

We will post additional details and pictures as soon as they are available!

Ice Skating

2010-11-30T06:23:00.000-08:00

Saturday December 11, 2:30p -5:00p Pack Event:
Ice skating and tour of Goggin Ice Arena. The pack will pay for scouts. Guests and family members will be $7.

Please let your Den Leaders know if you and your family plan to attend by December 3.

October Campout "bags of fun!"

2010-10-31T07:41:00.000-07:00

Our October campout at Hueston Woods was loads of fun! Dens worked on achievements during the day on Saturday, and went trick-or-treating in the RV campground Saturday night.

Nature hikes, map and compass, general outdoor adventure were the order of the day, along with group meals campfires, skits, songs, and storytelling at night. We had beautiful weather. The boys also seemed to greatly enjoy the plentiful opportunities to get REALLY dirty, so it MUST have been fun.

Kick Ball

2010-08-18T07:04:00.000-07:00

When? Saturday August 28th 10am-??? Hopefully the weather will cooperate. Where? Peffer Park Oxford

We are going to have to see how many boys show up for the tournament. Teams should have 8-11 boys per team. I'd like to have 2 additional boys act as referees, one home plate and one at first base. The rules that we will be using are available at http://www.kickball.com with few alterations.

Depending on how many boys show up, we will need to have 2 or more teams. The older boys will act as captains and we will have 2 captains per team. A coin toss will determine who will go first and the captains will take turns picking team members from the rest of the boys, so the teams should have boys of different ages. After that, we will play one game, break for lunch around noon, maybe pick new captains and teams, and play a second game in the afternoon.

There will be a volley ball court available as well. Could anyone provide a volley ball?

Families should bring their own hot dogs, mets, brats, ect + drinks and a side dish to share. The pack will provide the charcoal. Angie has volunteered to provide a kickball and home plate. Does anyone else have bases for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd?

Boys should be bring their own water bottles.

Phishing Photos

2010-04-20T15:08:00.001-07:00

Owen of Webelos Den 3 celebrates his first fish ever.... Its a keeper!

This years Fishing Derby was a huge success. Thanks to all the scouts and their families who participated and to Mr. Rudolf of the Oxford Kiwanis for permission to use the pond. What a beautiful day!

This Saturday is the annual Kiwanis Pancake breakfast. If you enjoyed the fishing derby and our other Pack events this year please volunteer to help serve and clean tables at the High School anytime from 6:30 am to 1 pm. You only have to stay for a half hour shift and scouts in uniform eat for free. Most importantly this is our opportunity to say thanks to the Kiwanis who do so much for our Pack!

Gimme That Fish!

2010-04-06T06:03:00.000-07:00

April's Pack event will be a fishing derby Sunday April 18 @ 1:00pm. More details to follow.

Cub Scouts Build, Race Wooden Cars

2010-02-27T08:18:00.000-08:00

About 47 boys from local Cub Scout Pack 961 participated in the Pinewood Derby on Saturday, Feb. 20 at Talawanda High School. To compete in the Pinewood Derby, boys create a race car from a block of wood and directions. The boys then race the cars they've made. The top three Scouts from each rank will compete in April in the District Pinewood Derby. (Friday, Feb. 26, 2010; Oxford Press)

Congratulations to all our Participants!

I Feel the Need for Speed!

2010-02-13T06:09:00.000-08:00

The annual Pinewood Derby is one week away!
Is your car ready to roll?

Where: THS Auditeria;

When: Saturday Feb. 20.

11:00 Register/weigh -in
12:00 Opening (Bears); Judging begins
12:15 Camp rally/Raffle
12:30 Start of race
4:00 Closing

Scouts should wear their class A uniforms as pictures will be taken throughout the day.

Click comments button below for official event rules.

Go Miami!

2010-01-18T09:34:00.001-08:00

Pack 961 Scouts in the FAN TUNNEL! (click to enlarge)

For January's Pack event we will be attending the Miami vs. Eastern Michigan basketball game, Saturday 1/30, 12 noon. Ticket prices depend on how many scouts and their family members plan on attending so please let your Den Leaders know ASAP. (20-49 people: $10/person, 50-99 people: $8/person, 100+people: $6/person) The more people we have the cheaper the tickets. Wear your Class A uniform and come on out to suppot the RedHawks. Go Miami!

Iron Chef...

2009-12-02T09:42:00.001-08:00

...NOT THE SWEDISH CHEF!

CLICK HERE FOR EVENT PICTURES.

Our December Pack Meeting is this Sunday from 2-4 in the Talawanda High School Auditeria. The theme is IRON CHEF (like the TV show) and each Den will be preparing their own recipe using the Secret Ingredient in the time allowed.

Here is the Schedule of Events:

Gathering
2:00 Call to order and flag ceremony (wolf scouts)
2:05 Awards and recognitions.
2:20 Introduction of Iron Chef and rules.
2:30 Cooking begins
3:15 End of cooking and cleanup
3:20 Presentation to judges and judging
3:40 Chocolate buffet
3:45 Friends of Scouting presentation
3:50 Closing ceremony

Bon appetite... or as the Swedish Chef would say: BORK! BORK!

70 Years of Scouting!

2009-11-09T09:54:00.001-08:00

This year Oxford Boy Scout Troop 930 marks its 70th Anniversary. Founded in 1939 as Troop 30, it has been a continual presence in Oxford. It has provided countless opportunities to the youth of Oxford to grow, develop skills and have a great time doing it. The Scouts themselves have given back to the community with thousands of hours of community service -- from planting hundreds of trees in (then brand new) Hueston Woods State Park to more recent efforts in support of the local food pantry, the Race for the Cure, and other community events.

To celebrate the Troop’s 70th Anniversary they will be hosting a Community Potluck Dinner on November 14, 2009. This event is open to the whole Oxford community, but they especially hope to encourage all the families who have ever been involved with Scouting in Oxford to come share in the celebration. Bring a dish to share, get reacquainted, share old memories, and enjoy good food and fellowship as former Scouts and Scoutmasters share their memories of Scouting.

Sat. Nov. 14, 2009 5:30 P.M.

Talawanda Middle School
4030 Oxford Reily Rd.
Oxford, OH 45056.

For further information contact: Don Pestana 513-523-2855

Fall Camp Out

2009-10-20T08:43:00.001-07:00

The Fall camp out has been rescheduled for November 7th and 8th.

We hope you will all be healthy and able to attend. The Pack leadership felt any later in November would make the weather too questionable. Please contact your Den Leaders as soon as possible so they can get an official head count.

The location will remain the same: Drake Farm on Fairfield road. (Last driveway on the left before crossing the bridge into Indiana)

Events will still kick off at 9 am on Saturday morning with a full day of hiking and outdoor skills.

Each scout is responsible for his own sack lunch; other meals will be provided.

Cost is $3 a person....family members welcome!

Regatta Pictures

2009-10-06T13:42:00.000-07:00

A little late in coming, but please enjoy this album of pictures from the 2009 Raingutter Regatta!
http://www.photobyj.com/Albums/Scouts/Cubs_2009_Regatta/

Record Breaking Sign Up!

2009-10-03T07:26:00.000-07:00

Wow! This years sign up was a huge success! We would like to extend a huge Cub welcome all the new scouts. Thanks to you Pack 961 has almost doubled in size and has become the fastest growing Pack in the Fort Hamilton District!

The enthusiasm and turn out at this year's Regatta made it clear to the leaders that we need to reorganize some Den's in order to best meet the needs of all our boys.

Mr. Wasburn-Moses has volunteered to take on a Den of 'New' Weblos I. This Den will include any new 4th grade boys that just signed up this year and still need to earn their 'Bobcat' badge. He will be holding meetings on Sundays at a location to be determined. Please wait on buying a 'Den Number' patch for your boy's uniform until we assign this Den an official number.

Den 3 Weblos led by Mr. DeWitt and Mr. Kelly will remain the same and continue to meet at Faith Lutheran Church the first and third Wednesdays of each month.

Similarly we would like to split the Wolf Den into two groups as their numbers are nearing 20. Recommended Den size is no more than 8.

If you would like to become more involved in your son's scouting leadership please let us know. It is our hope that these splits will keep the Dens more manageable and give our boys more one-on-one leader attention. Please contact us with your questions, concerns or suggestions. We hope to accommodate all our scouts as best we can and remember:

The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.

AHOY MATEYS!

2009-09-21T12:09:00.000-07:00

This Sunday September, 27 is the Rain Gutter Regatta from 1-3pm at the Talawanda High School Auditeria (enter the doors around the back of the building by the stadium). This is our first Pack Event of the new school year. We have many other fun activities planned for when the scouts are not racing. Parents are encouraged to attend with their scouts and join in on the fun!

For official results click the 'comments' link below.

Sign Up Night TUESDAY!

2009-09-14T12:29:00.000-07:00

COME TO THE TRI PICNIC SHELTER TUESDAY NIGHT FROM 6 TO 8 TO SIGN UP FOR ANOTHER EXCITING YEAR OF SCOUTS! BRING YOUR CHECK BOOK. YOU WILL BE RECEIVING YOUR RAIN GUTTER REGATTA BOATS TO PREPARE FOR THE SEPTEMBER 27TH REGATTA. HOT DOGS & BUG JUICE WILL BE SERVED!

Can You Dig It?!

2009-08-08T08:42:00.000-07:00

Saturday, August 15th @ Pfeffer Park 1 - 3pm

Mr. Gardner will be in charge of this Pack event which includes a creek walk & fossil find. Scouts need to wear water shoes or old gym shoes. They will be bagging litter along the way - Leave No Trace (Gloves provided). Scouts need to bring a water bottle / wear sunscreen & bug spray. Rain or Shine Unless there are thunderstorms or heavy rain.

Sweet Land of Liberty!

2009-07-03T19:47:00.001-07:00

Another great turnout for Pack 961 at the annual 4th of July Parade through uptown Oxford. We would like to thank the Kiwanis for the balloons and allowing us to march with them. This years most 'Patriotic Bike' winners were Oscar and Zach from Den 3. Nice bikes boys!

Independence Day Parade

2009-07-01T10:02:00.001-07:00

The Cub Scouts of Pack 961 will be marching this Friday, July 3rd, in the annual Oxford Parade. We will meet at 6:30 in front the Lane Library. As we do not have a 'float' this year Scouts may if they wish decorate and ride their bicycles. Whose will be the most patriotic?! Be sure to wear your full Class A uniform.

Fishing Derby

2009-06-15T06:40:00.001-07:00

What could be better than Fishing with your dad on Fathers Day? Pack 961 will be hosting a Fishing Derby Sunday, June 21st at South Farm Pond from 2-4 in the afternoon. The pond is located on Kehr Road by the Cobblestone Church. Family and friends welcome!

Other upcoming events: Adventure Camp June 29- July 2 (please have health forms to Mr. Rolke or your Den Leader by June 21st), Independence Day Parade July 3rd, and a Hueston Woods Canoe Regatta to be announced in August. Check the Pack calander for all events and contact your Den Leaders for more details.

Pancake Breakfast

2009-04-21T05:50:00.000-07:00

This Saturday is the annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast! As you know Kiwanis is our pack sponsor and provides us with money and support for many of the fun activities we do all year. What a great way to pay them back by helping with this event. Even if you could just stop by the High School for a half an hour between 6:30 am and 1:00 pm your help serving an bussing tables would be appreciated. Be sure to wear your 'Class A' uniform and sign the 'volunteer' sheet so they know you were there. Did I mention....scouts eat for free?!

Judo Chop!

2009-04-06T11:25:00.000-07:00

Thanks to Mr. Dewitt and his scout Josh (Bear Den) for the excellent demonstration of their Martial Arts skills at our last Pack meeting. Scouts also enjoyed the musical talents of Mr. Hamilton (Ehtan's dad, Wolves) who performed traditional numbers on fiddle and talked about scouting.
And Congratulations to the following scouts for all their hard work in earning their Weblos badge:

Adam B.
Oliver C.
Andrew D.
Joe H.
Fred K.
Nick L.
Colton R. ~ also recieved the Compass Point Emblem
Trevor R. ~ also recieved the Compass Point Emblem
Nate S.
Vincent S.
Christopher S. ~ also recieved the Compass Point Emblem

Way to go Pack 961!

March 28 Pack Meeting & Pictures

2009-03-23T05:57:00.000-07:00

SATURDAY IS PACK PICTURE DAY! Webelos should arrive at Talawanda Middle School at 1:00 pm, Bears should arrive at 1:30 pm, and Wolves and Tigers should arrive at 2:00 pm. ALL SCOUTS (and leaders) SHOULD WEAR CLASS-A UNIFORMS!

The Pack meeting will immediately follow.
Here is the agenda:

2:00 Opening Ceremony / Flag Ceremony (Tiger Cubs)

2:10 Skits and Songs

2:25 Live Performance by Doug Hamilton

3:00 Tae Kwon Do Demonstration

3:30 Awards

3:50 Closing Ceremony (Tiger Cubs)
Snack

Let the Good Times ROLL....

2009-02-23T04:39:00.000-08:00

(Music by 'The Cars')

A boy, his dad, and a 5 ounce block of wood.

Congratulations to all our Scouts on another successful derby! We had over 30 cars in this years competition including smurfs, land sharks, and police cruisers. We even had a couple of "Wii" controllers on wheels! Whether you took home a ribbon for best in show or your car cruised across the line topping 130 virtual miles per hour remember:

"To finish first, you must first finish." - Rick Mears

Be sure to mark your calendars for Districts: Sunday, March 15. Even if your not racing, come on down to Millet Hall on the campus of Miami University to see the car show and root for your Pack mates.

CLICK HERE to order these pictures.

To see the official results click on 'comments' below.

Get Your Motors Running!

2009-02-05T06:49:00.001-08:00

February is Pinewood Derby Month!

Time to start working on your cars for the big race Saturday Februart 21st at Talawanda Middle School.

Updated Schedule of Events:
Official registration and 'weigh in' is from 11 -12pm.
Judging, Opening Ceremony-Wolves, Friends of Scouting 12pm
Race Begins 12:30pm

Approximate Times:
12:30 Webelos
1:00 Tigers
1:30 Wolves
2:00 Bears

For official race rules click/ see 'comments' below.

GENTLEMEN START YOUR ENGINES!

Ice Skating

2009-01-04T04:57:00.000-08:00

January's Pack event is scheduled for this Saturday, January 10, from 3-5 pm at the Goggin Ice Arena on Miami's campus. Scouts' admission is paid for and Parents and family are welcome to attend at the rate of $4.00 admission and $2.00 for skate rental if needed.

Please let your leaders know if you are planning on attending so we can get a head count.

Get your skate on!

So You Survived the Holidays?!

2009-01-01T10:56:00.000-08:00

These pictures were taken back in October during the 'Scout Skills Day' out at Drake Farm. They showcase the shelters each den built during the 'Survival' portion of the day. Scouts also earned their map & compass and naturalist belt loops.

Holiday Pack Meeting

2008-12-04T06:38:00.000-08:00

This Saturday, December 6, is our Holiday Pack meeting from 2-4 at the Talawanda Middle School. There will be skits, games, crafts and an awards presentation!

Parents and families encouraged to attend!

Wear your full dress Class A uniform.

Happy Holidays!

Canned Food Drive

2008-11-07T07:04:00.000-08:00

This Sunday is the Kiwanis Canned Food Drive. Scouts are asked to volunteer to go door to door and collect canned & box goods for the needy. They will be supervised. We will meet at 12:45 at the RE-MAX real estate office, across the street from the TRI (behind Kroger). We will be done in about 2 hours. We will finish at the Old Methodist Church uptown at the corner of W Church & Poplar (White church across from McCullugh Hyde). Wear your Class A uniform.

Popcorn Show N' Sells

2008-10-09T15:28:00.000-07:00

Thanks to everyone who showed up this weekend to sell Popcorn! There are currently no more 'Show N' Sells' scheduled. We will keep you updated on when Popcorn will be delivered. All money will be collected at that time.

Where the Wild Things Were!

2008-10-06T10:20:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween! Pack 961 braved the Haunted Hueston Woods this weekend for hiking, camping, and 'trick or treating.' The weather was beautiful despite the cold nights which we survived by gathering closer around the fire for s'mores. The fire (& the beans) also helped keep the zombies away!

After an entertaining evening of skits and storytelling there was even a "Mummy" making contest! Good thing we had extra Mummy Paper!

Thanks to all our leaders, boy scouts, and parents for making this weekend such a success! We'll see you November 1st at the Drake Farm for the next Pack event!

To see the full album or order prints click here.

Hueston Woods Halloween Campout

2008-10-01T06:02:00.000-07:00

BOO!

This weekend is the 2nd Annual Hueston Woods Halloween Campout!

Read on if you dare!

This is a FAMILY CAMPOUT and the cost is $5 per person to cover food. Children under 5 are free. Please let your leaders know ASAP if you plan to attend so they can arrange food.

Friday night meet at the group campsites located at the west end of the park. Follow the loop until you come to the Mountain Bike Shop. Turn right down the gravel road. We will be in the back at Site #1... look for the 961 banner!

Please do not park cars in the campground. Move them to the road/ lot after unloading. Tents only....no campers.

Each family is responsible for their own dinner Friday night.

Saturday after group breakfast we will go over itineraries for the day.

Den's will be organizing their own activities after lunch.

Saturday night is the MAIN EVENT:
TRICK OR TREATING AND HALLOWEEN FEST!
Scouts (and parents) may wear costumes if they wish or they can wear their Class A uniform. Don't forget a treat bag!

We will break camp after Sunday Breakfast.

Click COMMENTS below for a list of what to bring or if you have any questions.

Be afraid....be very afraid!

CubWord 2008

2008-09-20T13:39:00.000-07:00

Hello,

Here are some pictures from Pack 961 stay at CubWorld in July of 2008. The trip was five days and four nights. Everyone had a great time and we hope to have more boys to go next Summer.

Assistant Cubmaster
Andor Kiss

Miami Football Campout

2008-09-08T10:47:00.000-07:00

(click image to enlarge)

Its not to late to attend! Register the night of the event for an additional $2.

Go Pack 961! Go Miami!

TONIGHT IS SIGN UP NIGHT!

2008-09-03T05:28:00.001-07:00

The new Scouting year has finally begun! We hope to see you tonight from 6 to 8 at the TRI Community Center (6025 Fairfield Road) for sign ups and while you're there enjoy a hot dog from the grill! Bring a friend!

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday Sept. 10: Parent Info Night 7:00 @ TRI COMMUNITY CENTER

Friday Sept. 12 @ 13 : Campout & Football game at Yager Stadium

Swim Party

2008-07-16T10:21:00.000-07:00

FAMILY & FRIENDS SWIM NIGHT
SUNDAY, AUGUST 9TH 8:30-10:30PM
AT THE TRI-COMMUNITY POOL
FREE ADMISSION!
THE PACK WILL ALSO PROVIDE WALKING TACOS & JUICE.
EACH FAMILY IS WELCOME TO BRING THEIR OWN DRINKS AND ADDITIONAL SNACK.

'FLOATIES' AND SHARK REPELLENT OPTIONAL!!

Happy July 4!

2008-07-12T07:19:00.000-07:00

The defending champion Pack 961 Cub Scouts once again represented at the annual Uptown Oxford 4th of July Parade! This year's theme was 'Sea to Shining Sea' and our float featured famous explorers Lewis and Clark. Over 30 Scouts from each Den marched behind the float carrying their colors.....While Boy Scout and 'Denner' Jason rocked out with his interpretation of "America the Beautiful" on electric guitar. God Bless America!

Click here to view more pictures from the event.

We Remember

2008-05-29T10:57:00.001-07:00

Thanks to all the scouts who helped put flags on graves at the Oxford Cemetery this Memorial Day! Your efforts to recognize and show respect to those who have served our country are worthy. WE WILL BE TAKING THE FLAGS DOWN THIS SATURDAY, MAY 31ST AT 9AM. Meet at the cemetery (just south of Peffer park on US 27) Saturday morning if you can help.

THE NEXT PACK EVENT IS THE CAMP OUT AT DRAKE FARM: THE WEEKEND OF JUNE 6,7,& 8. The cost is $6 per person to cover meals. There will be skits, skill activities, campfires and more! Please let Den Leaders know how many in your family are attending ASAP. Click the itinerary below for more detailed information.

Campout Itinerary

2008-05-29T09:05:00.000-07:00

Summer Camps

2008-05-08T07:20:00.000-07:00

The early registration deadline for both Cub Day Camp (July 14-18) and Overnight Adventure Camp (July 21-24) is May 12! You can register for Day Camp online by clicking the link above but you must register for Adventure Camp by contacting Mr. Rolke as this is a Pack activity. You can still register after the 12th but the cost will go up.

Contact your leaders for more information.

2007-2008 Video Album

2008-05-04T17:54:00.000-07:00

There were several requests for access to the video displayed at the Blue & Gold Banquet. In order to make it postable I've broken it up into two segments: one for the Pinewood Derbies, and one for the other activities.

Enjoy!

Blue & Gold Banquet

2008-04-29T18:06:00.000-07:00

The annual Blue and Gold Banquet will be held at Talawanda High School on Saturday May 3rd. The banquet is a chance to celebrate our accomplishments and recognize scouts who have earned their advancements.

Please send any pictures from the past year to Mr. Wasburn Moses so he can put them in the annual slide show.

Pancake Day !

2008-04-14T09:42:00.000-07:00

As you know Oxford Kiwanis is Pack 961's biggest sponsor. We understand that this is Little League opening day and that many scouts also have soccer or other commitments at this busy time of year. Any help our scouts can provide is welcome; even if its just a half an hour. Wear your uniform if you can and sign in at the volunteer table. What a great way to give back to the group that gives so much to us!

Reds Tour

2008-04-09T05:03:00.000-07:00

What: Cincinnati Reds Stadium Tour

Who: All Pack 961 Scouts and their families.

When: Saturday April 12. The tour starts at 1pm so everyone should meet at the Red's Hall of Fame Museum at 12:30pm.

Cost: Scouts and leaders are free, all others will be $10 and can be paid Sat.

After the tour, everyone is on their own to go through the museum.

Please contact your Den Leader by Thursday if you plan to attend.

District Pinewood Derby

2008-04-05T14:55:00.000-07:00

It starts with a block of wood, a boy, and his dad. For 150 scouts from all across the Fort Hamilton Scout District it ended at Talawanda Middle School on April 5. At this years derby, an annual scouting tradition for more than 50 years, we had a record four tracks, one for each rank. Virtual speeds reached over 220 miles per hour! Cars were also awarded for best design. This year's cars included authentic NASCARs, hot rods, and even a red dragon! Scouts could view a display of pinewood cars from the last century and see monster trucks, formula one racers, and Police SWAT vehicles on display. We would like to thank our many sponsors and volunteers including: Oxford Kiwanis, Talawanda City Schools, Miami University, and Oxford Kroger. You went THE DISTANCE!

Click here to order these prints.

Click the comments link below for complete results.

Pinewood Derby Highlights

2008-02-23T14:06:00.000-08:00

Thanks to everyone who made this years Pinewood Derby such a huge success! What an awesome turn out and impressive variety of cars. Congratulations to all our winners!
See you at Districts April 5!

Its Derby Time!

2008-02-11T07:35:00.000-08:00

Click 'COMMENTS' below if you have questions about the rules:

Wright Pat Air Force Museum

2008-01-09T10:10:00.000-08:00

(Click the picture above to enlarge view)
Our January Pack event is at WPAFB on the 26th. The plan is for each Den to meet at the museum when it opens at 9am. We will then gather at the Imax as a group at 10:30 for "Fighter Pilots." The event is free for all Scouts but parents and family members will have to pay for their own IMAX ticket. ($6 adults; $4.50 > 8yrs.; $3 <7yrs) Scouts should wear their uniforms and bring their own lunch unless they wish to purchase food at the Valkyrie Cafe. No outside food or drinks are allowed in the museum galleries. Up, Up and Away.......

Driving Directions

Thanks!

2007-12-04T06:43:00.000-08:00

Thanks to all the scouts who helped with the canned food drive and cemetery clean up. Giving back to the community is an important part of our "duty to god & our country."

Our next pack event is ice skating on Dec. 15th at the Goggin Ice Arena in Oxford. The event goes from 1 to 2:30 and costs $2 a person including skate rental. See you there!

November Events

2007-11-01T12:07:00.000-07:00

Novevember 4:

This Sunday we will be helping the Oxford Kiwanis Club with their annual Canned Food Drive. This food drive helps to supply the new Shared Food Pantry with the canned foods and other food supplies that it needs to help provide food for families in need over the holidays.

We will meet at my office parking lot at the Oxford Professional Building on the corner of Fairfield and McGuffey Roads (across from the TRI) at about 12:45PM. We will be working with some other community groups to cover the neighborhoods of Southern Knolls, Western Knolls, and Lantern Ridge along with the Quail Ridge and White Oak Drive areas. These are very safe and secure neighborhoods that our groups have worked before.

After we collect the food, we will return to the Presbyterian Seminary Church on the corner of Church and Poplar Streets (across from the hospital) for refreshments and food sorting. Our part should be done by 3:00PM, but you can stay longer if you wish.

Saturday, November 10:

Oxford Cemetery Clean Up - 8:00AM until about 11:00AM. (on 27 just south of Oxford.)

Saturday, November 17:

Space Derby at 2:00 , Collinsville

Yager Jamboree Photo Album

2007-09-18T11:42:00.001-07:00

Pictures from the 2007 "Night Under the Stars" event at Yager are now available at http://www.photobyj.com/Albums/Scouts/Yager_2007/.

Send your comments/ suggestions about the event to:

D'Angelo Solomon

Parent Information Meeting

2007-09-18T07:28:00.000-07:00

Who: All Parents of Scouts in Pack 961

What: Informational meeting to discuss the upcoming scouting year, popcorn fundraising, and answer any questions you may have.

When: Wednesday September 19; 7:30

Where: Faith Luthern Church, 420 S Campus Av, Oxford.

See you there!

Yager Jamboree

2007-08-25T08:38:00.000-07:00

More than 500 area Boy Scouts are expected to attend Miami University's "Night Under the Stars" at Yager Stadium, Friday, September 14. Scouts, ages seven to 18 years old, will sent up tents at 7 p.m. that evening, then snack on hot dogs from John Merrill and pretzels from Sneider as they watch a movie on the video board inside Yager. After spending the night inside tents on the stadium grounds, breakfast will be served to the scouts by Miami student-athletes and coaches on Saturday morning. The scouts will lead the crowd in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and displaying the flag before the Miami-Cincinnati game, then enjoy the match-up between the RedHawks and the Bearcats at 12 noon. The cost of the camp-out and ticket package for the scouts will be $20, while parents and chaperones can participate for just $15 The deadline to sign up for this pack event is August 28th. We need you to sign up and pay by that date, contact your leaders if you have any questions. Checks to be made out to Miami University. Hope to see you there!

Happy 4th of July!

2007-07-09T08:41:00.000-07:00

(Picture by Mrs. Rouff; click the picture for a close up)

Congratulations to Pack 961 on their award winning 4th of July float! We had a great turnout with over 30 scouts participating! The design was inspired by the famous "Iwo Jima" monument. It featured patriotic music, over 30 flags, and an actual mountain! Thank you to DS DeWitt and Shademakers for providing the materials and to all the leaders and their families who helped with its construction.

The next Pack event is at "Wally World" on August 4th for go-karts, putt putt, and more! Initial tickets will be provided by the Pack but scouts may wish to bring money for extra rides and or snacks. Den Leaders will have more information as the date approaches.

Any families who are interested in camping that weekend at nearby Whitewater State Park should make their reservations with Den Leaders by Saturday July 21st. Cost for camping is $21 a night. This includes electric hook-up and bath house. WE HOPE YOU CAN ATTEND WALLY WORLD EVEN IF YOU CANT CAMP.

Spring Camp Out

2007-07-03T10:22:00.001-07:00

Any way you look at it the Pack 961 Spring Camp out was a huge success: orienteering, geology, hay rides, river stomping, foil dinners, skits, and even a game of 'Quiddich!' In addition to earning map & compass, wildlife conservation, and geology belt loops all scouts in attendance earned their 'Whittling Chip' and received a pocket knife thanks to Mr. Neyman. A special thanks must also go the Drakes for letting us camp at their farm! Hope to see you in August for the Whitewater State Park camping trip (and possible visit to 'Wally World') or at the Fall Camp out; tentatively Sept 14th-16th at Yager Stadium for the Miami football game.

June 10 Leaders Meeting

2007-06-13T08:14:00.000-07:00

Troop 930 is having their Flag Retiring on Flag Day June 14th @ 7:00 at Dogwood Grove Park, we are invited to participate, please let Randy Know who will be attending so we can let Greg know asap.

Troop 930 is also working @ Relay for Life on June 23 work starts at 9:00 am and we need to be ready for the opening ceremony by 12:45. Also let Randy know so that we can inform Greg of our plans.

Popcorn info. to Betsy that was received at Roundtable.

District Pinewood Derby planning has started with Miami University, We need a committee to be able to be successful with this.

Blue & Gold pictures were distributed to leaders, no charge to families & we received a $50 donation back from the photographer.

Scout Night campout on September 14,15,16 (tentative). Camp at The Yager Stadium, go to the game & lots of fun things to do!

Approved a check card for our account for the purpose of purchasing patches & awards on line from the national scout store to save us $$$.

Order of the Arrow can help us with our next Webloes cross over to Boy Scouts .

Dave DeWitt & Betsy jones are getting pricing for pack tee shirts, & will bring to next committee meeting.

We voted to apply for approval of the Drake Farm campsite with council.

New unit commissioner is Terry Dalrymple

Summer Events:

June: Swimming at the TRI. Dave DeWitt is securing the facility for
June 29 or 22. Families should bring a snack to share.

July:. Parade on July 3rd. we will build a float & participate as a Pack. Times and location to follow.

August:: Camp at group area of Whitewater and spend Day at Wally World in Liberty IN.pending we get approval from council.

September: Scout Night on the 12th at the TRI shelter. We need lanterns this year.

Committee meetings: July 8th at Betsy Jones house. Cookout & meeting At 4:00 Bring your own Drinks and a side to share.. August 20th at 6:00 at BW3's in Oxford.

BALOO Training

2007-05-13T07:49:00.000-07:00

Your leaders attended Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training at Camp Craig on Saturday. Among the skills they learned were camp cooking, camp out planning and safety, and fire starting. Mr. DeWitt proudly displays his award for starting a fire using flint and steel in less than 5 seconds! Also pictured are Mr. Rolke, and Mrs. Drake. HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE CAMP OUT THIS FRIDAY, MAY 18!

May 6 Leaders Meeting

2007-05-08T06:49:00.001-07:00

Calendar:

Thursday May 10 6:30 Compass Course Set-Up
@ Drakes (7853 Fairfield)

Friday-Saturday May 18-20 Drake Campout

Wednesday May 23 6:00 Flags at Cemetery (rain date Thursday)

Thursday May 24 "Kickoff to Success"
@ Union Terminal (leaders only)

Wednesday June 6 5:30-6 District Leaders Meeting
@ D. Russle Lee

TBA June Reds Game?
Wednesday July 4 Parade
Sunday July 29 Dayton Air Show?

Blue & Gold:

Positive feedback on High School location; food.
Attendance: 107 adults, 47 scouts, 39 no shows.
Start early next year and take advantage of sales.
Cut speakers for next year.
Prepay next year; cheaper tickets in advance to encourage prepay.
Thanks Dave for building the bridge.

Campout:

Head count by May 11, $$ by May 18
$5 per person over 5.
No video games, ipods, gadgets.

Orienteering belt loop goal for campout.
Saturday Course will have 7 workstations:
1) Whittlin' Chip (Ted & Rob)
2) Map & Compass (Heath)
3) Geology (Audra's brother)
4) Knot Tying (Sharon)
5) Wildlife Conservation (Dave)
6) Game/ Craft ?
7) First Aid (Audra)

Menu:
Friday Night: Each Den responsible
Sat Breakfast: Tigers
Sat Lunch: Bears
Sat Dinner: Weblo
Sun Breakfast Wolves

Each den brings snacks/smores.

Thanks for your Help!

2007-05-05T06:51:00.000-07:00

Here is a list of the young men who helped at Pancake Day. What a great group!

Wesley Bogard
Marshall Patterson
Adam Blalock
Trvor Rybolt
Carlton Ruoff
Ben Drake
Bill Rolke
Ryan Rolke
Jared Keleman
Fred Keleman
Ford Clay
Joseph Bretz
Joshua DeWitt
Cameron Marston
Dalton Persinger
Wally Kelly

Thanks again for all your help and leadership!

Best wishes,

Mike Rudolph
Oxford Kiwanis Club

March 11 Leaders Meeting

2007-03-11T06:53:00.000-07:00

1) Blue & Gold banquet will begin at 6 but Scouts should arrive at 5:30 for pictures.

•Each Den is responsible for some type of table display for the Blue & Gold Banquet.
These Displays can be reused for the Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast.

•The banquet will feature a chocolate fountain.

•Help will be needed for set-up, clean-up, and food distribution.

Senior Scouts will be invited to talk to the boys?

2) Research begun on Pack Website where a calendar, photos, and information for the Pack can be posted. Should include links to Dan Beard Council. Could be used as a recruitment tool with sign up information.

3) Treasurers Update:

Checkbook balance

•Pinewood Derby Concessions

•Popcorn money is in. Earnings were significant.

4) 50th Annual Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast April 28: 6:30am-1:00pm

•Scouts will need to work from 8 am on. Help greet, bus tables, serve coffee & juice.

• Kids & Leaders (in uniform) will eat for free. Plan on arriving early to eat before working.

• Can food will be collected.

5) New camping equipment ($750) purchased by Kiwanis in anticipation of large group of new Boy Scouts.

6) Tom Dierling to be new Kiwanis representative.

7) Leadership Vacancies: Advancement, Committee

Upcoming Events:

3/17 Bowling (Oxford Lanes; den leaders please get count ASAP), 4/5 Cyclones Hockey game, 4/21Blue & Gold, 4/28 Pancake Breakfast, 5/18-19 Camp out, 7/4 Parade