It's back again, folks... one of the most fun events of our year: the annual Campout in the Grove!
Join us for a fun night of activities, skits, and games with the SDS Boy Scouts, followed by camping out in real tents!
The SDS Boy Scouts finish off this great event by cooking breakfast for all the Cub Scouts!
Who can come: All boys in grades 1-5 interested in scouting
Please bring: Sleeping bags/pillows, change of clothes, toiletries, and a flashlight
Note: At least one parent must accompany all children that camp overnight.
Questions: Cubmaster Jim Meehan at (314) 223-9045 or jamesmeehan515 AT gmail DOT com.
Hope to see you in the Grove!
Friday, August 12, 2011
School Night For Scouting
This year, in an effort to streamline the Scout sign-up and rechartering process, we are designating one night for ALL Cub Scouts (new and returning) to sign up. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend!
When: Thursday, August 25, 2011
Where: Feuerbacher Hall (the cafeteria)
Time: 7:00 pm
What to bring: a check for $25 made out to "Pack 725" to cover Boy Scouts of America fees and pack 725 fees for the year (Note: if you want your son to receive the "Boys Life" magazine, please write a check for $37 total... the additional $12 covers the magazine subscription)
Questions: Contact your den leader or Cubmaster Jim Meehan
See you there!
Welcome to the 2011-2012 Year of Cub Scouting!
Welcome!
We are excited to begin another year of Cub Scouting, and to work with your sons to develop their character and abilities!
We encourage your participation in den and pack activities, and welcome additional parent volunteers. Together, we can make scouting a great experience for our boys!
If you have any questions about Cub Scouting, please contact Cubmaster Jim Meehan at (314) 223-9045 or email him at: jamesmeehan515 AT gmail DOT com.
See you at sign-ups on August 25!
We are excited to begin another year of Cub Scouting, and to work with your sons to develop their character and abilities!
We encourage your participation in den and pack activities, and welcome additional parent volunteers. Together, we can make scouting a great experience for our boys!
If you have any questions about Cub Scouting, please contact Cubmaster Jim Meehan at (314) 223-9045 or email him at: jamesmeehan515 AT gmail DOT com.
See you at sign-ups on August 25!
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
PACK MTG TONIGHT - Severe Weather Warning
Due to the threat of severe weather tonight, we may have to cancel the pack meeting. The decision whether or not to hold the pack meeting will be made by 5pm.
Please check this website or with your Den Leader AFTER 5pm to learn the status of tonight's meeting.
Thank you and be safe!
Please check this website or with your Den Leader AFTER 5pm to learn the status of tonight's meeting.
Thank you and be safe!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Memorial Day Good Turn - Jefferson Barracks
Please plan to join Pack 725 as we honor our veterans by placing flags on their gravesites at Jefferson Barracks Cemetery.
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Meet in SDS parking lot at 10:45 AM. We will caravan to Jeff Baracks as a pack.
Please wear full uniform (shorts are ok) with neckerchiefs. Bring sunscreen, hats and water to drink. Bring rain gear if necessary. This is a RAIN OR SHINE event.
Procession begins at 12:30pm in Jefferson Baracks.
For more information, please contact your Den Leader or Cubmaster Meehan.
End of Year BBQ and Pack Meeting
Don't miss the end-of-year BBQ and Pack Meeting, next Wednesday, May 25 at 6:30pm in the Grove (rain location: Feuerbacher Hall). We will have a BBQ dinner.
For more information, contact your Den Leader or Cubmaster Meehan.
For more information, contact your Den Leader or Cubmaster Meehan.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
April Pack Meeting
Just a reminder that the April Pack Meeting is next Wednesday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m.
We are meeting in the Grove to see the 2nd year Webelos bridge to Boy Scouts!
You do not want to miss this wonderful night. Come out and celebrate with our 2nd year Webelos!
We are meeting in the Grove to see the 2nd year Webelos bridge to Boy Scouts!
You do not want to miss this wonderful night. Come out and celebrate with our 2nd year Webelos!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Reminder: Catholic Cub Day at Beaumont... coming next month!
Cub Scout, Webelo Scouts, leaders and parents, join other Catholic scouting families for a day of faith and fun! The Cubs Scouts will participate in age-appropriate activities.The Cubs Scouts will participate in age-appropriate activities focusing on all God's creation! Webelos will participate in their own program which will concentrate on learning about certain American Saints and earning the patches related to those Saints. This will allow them to fulfill the requirements to earn the Showman activity Pin in the process.
Theme: Caring for God's Creation!
Date: Saturday, April 2, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
Place: Cub World at Beaumont Scout Reservation
Leader/Parent is REQUIRED for every 5 Scouts
Registration Fee AFTER March 7, 2011, and on the day of the event is $7.00 for each Scout & leader or parent. Walk-in’s welcome, but advance registration encouraged!
“Stone Soup” lunch and drink is included
Drinks, condiments, bowls, utensils, etc. are provided.
Bring a vegetable for the stone soup, water bottle, warm clothes, extra shoes and a morning snack if you want.
Drinks, condiments, bowls, utensils, etc. are provided.
Bring a vegetable for the stone soup, water bottle, warm clothes, extra shoes and a morning snack if you want.
Bring money for the trading post & optional hot dog meal.
Optional Hot dog & chip meal available at $2.00 per meal.
Trading Post Store “cool stuff” for sale from. $.0.50 cents & up.
CUB PROGRAM SCHEDULE
8:30 AM to 9:00 AM Registration
9:00 AM to 9:40 AM Opening & Presentation
9:50 AM to 12:10 AM 3 Activity Sessions *
12:10AM to 1:10 PM Lunch & Presentation
1:10 PM to 2:40 PM 2 Activity Sessions *
2:40 PM to 3:00 PM Closing Ceremony
8:30 AM to 9:00 AM Registration
9:00 AM to 9:40 AM Opening & Presentation
9:50 AM to 12:10 AM 3 Activity Sessions *
12:10AM to 1:10 PM Lunch & Presentation
1:10 PM to 2:40 PM 2 Activity Sessions *
2:40 PM to 3:00 PM Closing Ceremony
* Five (5) round-robin activity sessions include:
Duty to God l Scout Skills l Nature l Games l Field Sports
Duty to God l Scout Skills l Nature l Games l Field Sports
WEBELO PROGRAM SCHEDULE
The Webelo Program will run concurrently with the Cub Program Schedule. During the Activity Sessions, the Webelos will work on the Showman Activity Pin and the American Saint Programs.
The Webelo Program will run concurrently with the Cub Program Schedule. During the Activity Sessions, the Webelos will work on the Showman Activity Pin and the American Saint Programs.
The day is designed for Catholic scouts but scouts of all faiths are welcome to attend!
Click here for more information or registration forms!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Blue and Gold DEADLINE
A reminder that your reservation form and payment for Blue and Gold is due to Karen Colombo NO LATER THAN Feb 18.
Get your forms and checks in now! You don't want to miss this fun evening, entitled: "A Magical Night of Scouting!"
Blue and Gold includes dinner, entertainment, den awards, and the awarding of the Pinewood Derby Trophies! You know who won for speed... come to Blue and Gold to hear which cars won in the judged categories!
Get your forms and checks in now! You don't want to miss this fun evening, entitled: "A Magical Night of Scouting!"
Blue and Gold includes dinner, entertainment, den awards, and the awarding of the Pinewood Derby Trophies! You know who won for speed... come to Blue and Gold to hear which cars won in the judged categories!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Scout Sunday - Feb 6
Just a reminder that Scout Mass is 10:30 this coming Sunday, February 6. Please have your scout at the church in full uniform by 10am so that we can line up for the entrance procession. After the procession and a blessing from Father, the boys will return to the pews to sit with their families.
Stick around after mass! The 2nd Grade Wolves and the 4th Grade Webelos 1 will be receiving their Religious Medals from Father! The ceremony only takes about 10 minutes, and is a great way to support our scouts in their faith development!
Thanks to all the adults, leaders, and volunteers who make Scout Sunday such an important day for our sons!
Stick around after mass! The 2nd Grade Wolves and the 4th Grade Webelos 1 will be receiving their Religious Medals from Father! The ceremony only takes about 10 minutes, and is a great way to support our scouts in their faith development!
Thanks to all the adults, leaders, and volunteers who make Scout Sunday such an important day for our sons!
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Pinewood Derby Update
Hey folks... it's almost here... the 2011 Pack 725 Pinewood Derby. Here's the scoop on this week's details:
THURSDAY, JAN 27 in Feuerbacher Hall
7:00 PM Unofficial weigh-in. Come on in and check your car's weight. It's not "official," but will help you make any last-minute adjustments!
FRIDAY, JAN 28 in Feuerbacher Hall
6:30PM: Official Registration starts... cars will be weighed, measured, and entered into the races.
7:00PM: Pack Meeting begins.
7:30PM: Races begin.
Good luck to all! We are looking forward to seeing some exciting designs and some solid races!
THURSDAY, JAN 27 in Feuerbacher Hall
7:00 PM Unofficial weigh-in. Come on in and check your car's weight. It's not "official," but will help you make any last-minute adjustments!
FRIDAY, JAN 28 in Feuerbacher Hall
6:30PM: Official Registration starts... cars will be weighed, measured, and entered into the races.
7:00PM: Pack Meeting begins.
7:30PM: Races begin.
Good luck to all! We are looking forward to seeing some exciting designs and some solid races!
Friday, January 7, 2011
Reminder: Catholic Cub Day is Coming Up!
Don't miss out on this great day of Cub Scout activities to enrich your child's faith!
Early registration ends on March 7.
Click here for more information.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
2011 Pinewood Derby Rules
SDS Pack 725 Pinewood Derby Rules
CARS: Scouts must use the official BSA pinewood derby kit. NO precut hobby shop cars will be allowed. Cars are to be built new for this year’s derby.
INSPECTION: Cars must pass inspection on the day of the race to compete. Officials may disqualify cars at any time if found to be illegal.
WIDTH: Overall width must not exceed 2.75 inches. Width between the wheels must remain at 1.75 inches.
LENGTH: Overall length cannot exceed 7 inches of the track.
WEIGHT: Car may not exceed 5.0 ounces. You may hollow out the body to insert weights or build the body up by adding wood, metal, etc. CARS WILL BE WEIGHED ON THE OFFICIAL SCALES ON THE DAY OF THE RACE.
WHEELS: Only the wheels from the BSA kit will be allowed. You may lightly sand the wheel surface to remove the burr but the wheel must remain flat. Wheels may NOT be altered in any other way.
AXLES: The nails provided in the kit must be used for the axles. They may NOT be turned down by machine. They may be smoothed lightly with sandpaper and the burr on the nail head may be filed down. No bearings, bushings, tubes or springs will be allowed. No one-piece axles will be allowed.
AXLE SLOTS: Slots may NOT be moved or altered in any way. Axles should be put into the top of the slot, which will give the car 3/8-inch ground clearance. Officials must be able to see into the slot to insure that proper axles have been used.
LUBRICATION: Only graphite is allowed. NO type of oil lubricants. Once the car has passed inspection, it may NOT be retrieved for lubrication. PLEASE DO NOT BRING GRAPHITE INTO THE CAFETERIA!
REPAIRS: All repairs must be made under an official’s supervision after the car has passed inspection. Upon completion of the repair, car weight will be checked for compliance rules.
DECISIONS: By race officials on race day are final and cannot be appealed!
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Pinewood Derby Car Numbers
Here is are the Assigned Numbers for your 2011 Pinewood Derby Car. Please use only the assigned number on your car.
Don't forget: 2011 Pinewood Derby is Friday, January 28, 2011 at 6pm in Feuerbacher Hall.
Thomas C 01
Nicholas B 02
Aaron S 03
Cade J 04
Christopher G 05
Kyle K 06
Austin L 07
Jonathan S 08
Brodie R 09
Andrew T 10
Mark V 11
Brett H 12
Christian G 13
Mitchell M 14
David S 15
Kile T 16
Luke K 17
Mariano C 18
Bryan A 19
Victor T 20
Colin P 21
Paul O 23
Ian A 24
Mike J 25
Corey H 26
Joshua J 27
Logan M 28
Oliver T 29
Nick N 30
J.T. E 31
Adam J 32
Paul V 33
Rick B 34
Patrick M 35
Fabian S 36
Kyle D 37
Jack P 38
Hayden B 39
Mason M 40
Gus B 41
Angelo C 42
Adam S 43
Patrick G 45
Wesley H 46
Samuel A 50
Logan P 51
Ryan M 52
Don't forget: 2011 Pinewood Derby is Friday, January 28, 2011 at 6pm in Feuerbacher Hall.
Thomas C 01
Nicholas B 02
Aaron S 03
Cade J 04
Christopher G 05
Kyle K 06
Austin L 07
Jonathan S 08
Brodie R 09
Andrew T 10
Mark V 11
Brett H 12
Christian G 13
Mitchell M 14
David S 15
Kile T 16
Luke K 17
Mariano C 18
Bryan A 19
Victor T 20
Colin P 21
Paul O 23
Ian A 24
Mike J 25
Corey H 26
Joshua J 27
Logan M 28
Oliver T 29
Nick N 30
J.T. E 31
Adam J 32
Paul V 33
Rick B 34
Patrick M 35
Fabian S 36
Kyle D 37
Jack P 38
Hayden B 39
Mason M 40
Gus B 41
Angelo C 42
Adam S 43
Patrick G 45
Wesley H 46
Samuel A 50
Logan P 51
Ryan M 52
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