There's Still Time To Join!

YOU MISSED PACK 1910 CUB SCOUT SIGN UP NIGHT?!?!?

(I'll let you in on a little secret... it's no big deal!)  If you were unable to make it to Pack 1910's sign up night, please know that it is NOT too late to join Cub Scouts.  In fact, it's NEVER too late to join.  We are a year-round program!

So, if you didn't make it to sign up night, no problem at all.  Simply drop an e-mail to April Driggers, Committee Chair and she will promptly reply and tell you how to expeditiously get plugged in!  The faster you join, the more fun you can have!  Think about it!  Don't delay!  

STEM / NOVA Invitation

You are invited to a free event at the Longhorn Activity Center on Thursday, September 8 from 6–8 pm to meet the staff that will be leading the Fall STEM classes. Not only will you get to meet the staff, but you will have the opportunity to see some of the cool things your kids can do this fall. These fun interactive classes are open to all children in grades 1-6. The classes offered include:



STEM Labs: grades 1-6 Engaging youth with interactive lessons each week concentrating on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Sign up for one lab or an entire semester. Fall Labs include the following topics: Electric Motors and Generators, Chemistry and Physics, Magnets and Static Electricity, Sound and Sound Waves and Build it Crush it Engineering. 




Intro to Robotics: grades 1-6 Learn what robots are and how they work by hands on lessons on simple machines, movement, coding and circuits. 



Intermediate Robotics: Grades 4-6 Using Lego EV3, learn how to build, program and design robots to complete specific tasks. 



Programming: Grades 1-6 Learn how to code, build games and more using multiple language platforms. 

For more information you can email lac@longhorn.org

What in the World Do My Scouts Wear?

The Boy Scouts Of America have answered your call for assistance! 

Check out this awesome website to help those new to the world of scouting navigate the uniform requirements and optional components available to you.

Please note, however, that Pack 1910 is a "waist up" unit meaning that we do not require the official socks, shorts or pants.  We do prefer, however, if boys could wear shorts or pants with loops so that they can wear their adventure loops as part of their full Field Uniform.

Hats are also optional but when your scout is at an outdoor event, it's always nice to have an additional uniform component that not only fits in nicely with their Field Uniform (pictured here), but that which can also be worn with their Activity Uniform (Pack t-shirt) to help signify which den level they are affiliated with.

The uniform link is HERE.  However, we also have these rank specific .pdf files for you to have a visual aid AND a price list (effective August 2016) for those components you need to buy from our local Scout Shop.

Tiger

Wolf

Bear

Webelos and Arrow of Light

The Longhorn Scout Shop is a separate store located within the Longhorn Council Office, 850 Cannon Drive in Hurst (just South of Hwy. 26 off of Precinct Line).  Their hours are 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Monday - Friday and 9:00 am - 3:00 pm on Saturdays.  

It's Almost Time To CAMP!

One of the things boys all look forward to in Cub Scouts is CAMPING and it's almost time! Save the date for October 7-9 to camp with Pack 1910!  A ScoutBook invite was sent out to all current members.

Unless you have an open-ended bank account, don't run out and buy every piece of gear you think you need at Cabela's (but if you want to, please let me know and I'll give you my list, too!) The best thing to do when starting to acquire gear is to start small and simple so that you can discover what your family needs... grow from there. There are plenty of seasoned camping veterans in our pack that have gear to spare so don't hesitate to put the word out if you need to borrow something.

Cub Scout family camping is also referred to as "car camping." With a large enough vehicle, you're fortunate enough to be able to take just about everything AND the kitchen sink with you. But for the amount of time you'll be there, it's really not necessary. Though, a few creature comforts are definitely worth it!

For our campout at Worth Ranch, however, you won't necessarily need a ton of supplies. 

To begin, you need something to sleep IN, something to sleep ON, something to wear, personal toiletries and light. (Oh... and toilet paper! Don't forget the toilet paper!)

Below is a somewhat detailed packing list with a few notes to give anyone who needs that itemized list a few extra ideas.

CAMP

• Tent (should come with stakes and guylines)
• Plastic mallet (I keep this in my tent bag)
• Tent footprint (this is a tarp to place beneath your tent to protect it from rocks, cactus, etc.)
• Sleeping pad (unless you're okay with the ground) or air mattress (check the batteries on your pump -- we usually do not have electricity at camps. I've seen people use those cheap blow-up pool floats for their kids... they're quick, easy and if you pop a hole in them, no love lost as they're easily replaceable)
• Cot (you won't want to use this in cold weather as the air circulating beneath you will make you colder)
• Sleeping bags (with liners if it's chilly)
• Extra blankets to keep in the car (just in case)
• Pillow (though you can use your sweatshirt as a pillow as well to minimize your packing list)
• One folding chair per person
• Pop up shade
• Folding table (though your cooler may work in a pinch)
• Lantern / fuel
• small dustpan and brush (I love having this in my tote to help clean up all the leaves, dirt and debris tracked into the tent)

CAMPING KIT
I like to keep a small tackle box prepped with various items that someone always seems to need including:

• Multi-tool or knife
• Glow sticks
• Batteries (for flashlight or headlamp)
• Bandana
• Duct tape (it fixes everything)
• safety pins
• Caribeeners
• scissors
• q-tips

GEAR

• Daypacks (to carry your gear for the day -- lightweight backpacks)
• Headlamp (I find these are much better to use than flashlights because they keep your hands free)
• canteen
• Matches/lighter
• Compass
• Whistle
• Sunglasses
• Hammock
• Rope

CLOTHING
The best motto here is BE PREPARED. I always keep an extra change of clothing in a bag in the car WITH socks and shoes that we hope to just put away at home when we return. However, if there is a surprise downpour, a slip and fall in the mud or a spill, we are prepared. Happy kids = happy parents = great campout! Your weather forecast IS YOUR FRIEND. Be sure to check it the day before you pack and then check the morning before you leave.

• long sleeved shirts (moisture wicking is great, flannel is great - these are great to protect from the sun, bugs and to take the morning chill off)
• sun-shielding hat
• Bandana (these are handy for just about everything including makeshift first-aid)
• Close-toed shoes suited for the terrain (NO open toed shoes, flip flops or sandals)
• Socks
• Sleepwear
• Rainwear (a poncho in the daypack can be a lifesaver!)
• Weather appropriate change of clothes (could be cold weather / could be shorts)

TOILETRIES

• toilet paper
• sunscreen
• chapstick
• insect repellent
• hand sanitizer 
• First aid kit
• Toothbrush/toiletry kit
• Brush/comb
• Soap/washcloth (I like to take a small bar of soap OR cut up a large bar of soap into quarters and put it in a zip loc bag with the soap. Use that to wash your face, wring it out and put it back in the ziploc.
• Deodorant (please! ha!)

CAMP KITCHEN SUPPLIES

• Camp stove with windscreen
• fuel
• matches/lighter
• S'mores fixins
• charcoal or firewood (you MUST pack your own firewood at most scout camps)
• Cooking gear (pans, pots, hotpads, coffee pot)
• Bottle opener
• Can opener
• Roasting sticks for marshmallows
• aluminum foil
• trash bags
• Cooler
• Dutch oven
• Ice (if you freeze jugs of water, you can use them both as a coolant and also as a way to keep your food cold). You can keep food packed on ice dry by placing cookie cooling racks on top of it and then setting items that can't get wet on top of those.
• mess kit (plate, bowl, fork/knife/spoon)
• Mug/Cups
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Serving utensils, whisk, spatula
• Cutting board
• Three tubs for proper sanitation along with bleach, biodegradable soap, scrub brush
• Large water jug - filled with water and ice to last you a couple of days (they will have water stations but nothing ever tastes as good as water from home)
• Paper towels
• Ziploc bags
• Tongs

OPTIONAL CAMPING SUPPLIES

• Fishing gear (and license if over age of 17)
• solar phone charger
• binoculars
• maps/guidebooks/local bird or wildlife field guide
• books
• decks of cards
• frisbee
• walkie talkies
• umbrella
• balls (soccer, football -- nerf is best, baseball/glove)
• Hacky sack
• Kite
• geocaching kit with receiver
• portable fan with batteries (yes, yes I have used this and NO, I'm not ashamed)

There are some fun websites out there with camping hacks that are super cool. Check those out HERE, HERE and HERE

The Fall Registration Form can be found HERE.  This is required for anyone attending.

Registration fees are $15 per youth, $20 per adult. Payments can be made via cash, check payable to PACK 1910 or PayPal. Deadline for turning in forms is FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30.  
There is a place on the form where you indicate if you are camping Friday night, Saturday night or if you're just attending for the Pack activities on Saturday. Please mark this. Once we have an idea of attendees, we will make and publish the menu.  Friday night dinner will be on your own. 

Again, please note that camping out Friday night is completely optional but many families enjoy the extra night in the fall air. Many, however, do come in Saturday morning after breakfast. Whatever works for your family! Just get them there!! Because, let's face it -- camping is a HUGE reason why boys WANT to be in Scouts!

When the BSA realigned the program for Cub Scouts, they made being outdoors an integral part of advancement.  Thus, camping is a required component for earning your Wolf, Bear and Arrow of Light.  Want to know what is required for those ranks?  Click the Camping for Cub Scouts image to see.  

All Pack 1910 camp outs are family friendly events so the whole family is welcome! Mark your calendars NOW to attend!

Completed BSA Health Forms Part A & B are required for all parties attending. If you haven't turned yours in yet, please turn those in with your registration.

Pack 1910 Hit The Trail!

On a somewhat humid September morning, 12 members of Pack 1910 and their families headed out of the parking lot along a wooded path of the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge located along the west fork of the Trinity River near Lake Worth.

It was a perfect day for a hike took us through open prairie and wooded area. We started at the Hardwicke Interpretive Center, walked along the Prairie Trail and merged with the Oak Motte Trail. 

Since the Oak Motte Trail is diverse with grasslands and wooded areas, a variety of flora and fauna awaited us.  In the prairie areas, many species of grasses are found, including Little Bluestem, Yellow Indiangrass and more. Proceeding on the trail takes you through wooded areas with spiny trees such as the Hercule’s Club, Honey Mesquite and Honeylocust. Trees adapted to the Cross Timbers habitat, such as Blackjack Oak, Cedar Elm and Western Soapberry can be found as we traversed this trail.

Hiding among the many trees and the grasses are all forms of wildlife. Deer were spotted on the way in, though being the first hike and it being a bit of a noisy bunch, we didn't spot much else.  

However, during spring and fall migration, migrants such as warblers, orioles and others take advantage of this trail to refuel with food, rest and relax during their long flights.  Maybe we can come back!

As you may know, Pack 1910 goes hiking almost every month.  These fun outings are an integral part of our program.  We created this program because we wanted to get the boys outdoors more.  That being said, there are incentives to participation -- patches (which they are THRILLED about), a hiking stick and more!  

However, besides providing enjoyment and rewards, the program helps boys become confident and comfortable outdoors and encourages healthy habits and lifestyles.  It also helps makes the transition to Boy Scouting activities easier. 

So, what do we do with the little guys?  I mean, we have LIONS now!  Guess what -- they went today and THEY LOVED IT!  They loved all 3.5 MILES of it!

Hiking helps them learn to be prepared.  Before each hike Pack leaders are going over the buddy system, exposure to Leave No Trace credentials and a review of the Outdoor Code are all part of the program.  

Couldn't make it this month?  Join us next month!  

Another Opportunity to camp

One of the changes with the new Cub Scout program that rolled out last year is the emphasis on the importance of connecting boys back with nature -- in short, THEY WANT TO CAMP!  So, we want to get them camping!  In fact, going on a campout is now a requirement to earn your rank badge with Wolf, Bear and Arrow of Light dens.  Our Pack will be camping October 7-9 at Worth Ranch but the following weekend, we have the opportunity to camp AGAIN and attend the Fall Festival and Haunted Hay Ride at Sid Richardson Scout Ranch.  

So, be sure you save the date for the Pack 1910's SECOND October camp-out.  

WHO:  Pack 1910 Scouts and their families
WHAT:  Fall Festival and Haunted Hayride camp out 
WHEN:  Friday, October 14; Sunday, October 16
WHERE:  Sid Richardson Scout Ranch, Bridgeport, TX
WHY:  To work with your son to earn his rank, to get outside, to camp, to have fun!
COST:  $23 per child, $11 per adult
RSVP DEADLINE:  Payment and registration forms due to April, Tuesday, Oct. 11.
PAPERWORK:  The registration form, your payment and your BSA Health Form must be on file.  The registration flyer can be found here.  DO NOT TURN ANYTHING DIRECTLY INTO BSA.  

Check in is at 12 and will be done by our Pack leader on site.  S/He will pick up and distribute the patches, wrist bands to everyone at our designate campsite.  Activities are from 1-4:30 with no set rotation.  Relaxed atmosphere.  Lunch is on your own.  Supper is provided and mealtimes are assigned.  Hayrides are about 20 minutes in length and the wait can get pretty long too.  Be prepared.  Sunday breakfast is continental style and then there will be a Scout's Own chapel service.  

We reserve the camping area for BOTH Friday and Saturday night, but the official camp out activities do not begin until around 1pm on Saturday.  By allowing families to come Friday night, we are able to be more flexible and have more boys and families who can participate in the camping program.  In fact, there is even a place on the registration form to indicate Friday night camping - please fill this out.  Camping Friday and Saturday night is a great way to get to know your Pack families.  Please note, the form says to turn it into the Longhorn Council -- DO NOT DO THIS!  Forms need to be turned into April so that she can register us as a pack.  Payments via check should be made out to LONGHORN COUNCIL.

Activities begin around 1 on Saturday and include items like bounce houses, leather crafts, archery, bb guns, pumpkin carving, etc.  The haunted hay ride is fun and generally NOT that scary, but you know your child and, as such, it is not a mandatory requirement and they may stay back at the campsite with you until our group returns.  

Welcome Kindergarten Lion Cubs!

The Lion Program:
The development of a kindergarten program lets us provide exciting opportunities for more of America’s youth to be reached with the purposeful outcomes only Scouting can provide.
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Because this is a new effort, BSA didn't try to recycle older or existing programs. Instead, the Lion curriculum has been developed by a diverse group of experts. Representatives from the fields of childhood development, education and child psychology contributed to create a high-quality, age-appropriate, family-friendly program. Content from proof-of-concept locally-developed programs was reviewed by the team, and the very best pieces were applied to the new curriculum. BSA's high standard of delivering a program focused on character and leadership remained a paramount goal.

A small number of councils have tested the new curriculum over the past two years, and it is now ready to expand as a national pilot.  We are one of those lucky Packs that was chosen to lead a den of Lions!


Lion Activities:
In Lions, you’ll find the familiar concepts of character development, leadership skills, personal fitness and citizenship weaved into activities that are age-appropriate and fun.
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“Adventures,” which are themed sets of activities and experiences, will help families explore the world around them.

Lions will form into dens of six to eight boys. Parents will serve as “Lion Guides.”
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When completing an adventure, a Lion will earn an “adventure sticker” for his Lion Adventure Book.
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Instead of the blue button-up uniform, Lions will love wearing their very own Lion T-shirt. The shirts are available at the Scout Shop.  Lions won’t wear the Cub Scout uniform until they are old enough to officially transition into Cub Scouting as a Tiger.

from the "Bryan on Scouting" blog.

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Lion dens will be invited to some pack meetings and events with a focus on keeping the kindergarteners excited, engaged and ready for even more fun in their future Scouting endeavors.  
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Lions won't be ready to participate in some traditional Cub Scout activities such as shooting sports, all overnights, aquatic activities or fundraising. But rest assured they'll be having some of the must fun a kindergarten boy can have!



Parents and Leaders:

Pack 1910 has designated an experienced adult volunteer leader as the Lion Coordinator in order to ensure Lion families get the most out of this exciting new program. We'll be following the official BSA Lion Curriculum, but we'll also squeeze in more opportunities for fun throughout the year thanks to our strong program and deep connections with community organizations.

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A parent or guardian is required to attend all Lion meetings and activities with their Scout. This is to ensure both the effectiveness of the program and, more importantly, the safety of all Scouts in the program.
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Our Lion Den has a the primary Den Leader, but leadership responsibilities will be shared among all parents in the Den. Pack 1910 will ensure each Den has an appropriate meeting venue. We'll also make sure the Den has access to all of the resources they need -- craft supplies, skill expertise, etc.
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As a large Cub Scout Pack, rest assured that any volunteer serving in a leadership role will have great support from the Pack 1910 leadership. We're one big family and we're VERY excited to welcome younger family members into the fold.

Do you know a kindergarten aged boy that would be interested in joining a Lion program?  Contact our Lion King, Mr. Ed Attel today!  

What A Great Sign Up Night!

Thanks to all our leaders and NEW pack families who came out to keep us company on the annual Cub Scout Sign Up night! Pack 1910 added 14 new scouts and I know a few more have expressed interest in joining!  It's never too late to join in the fun so if you missed Sign-Up Night (I know there were a few parent orientations at various schools), you are NEVER behind! No worries! 

Thanks to Mike Everett for securing the rockets from the Longhorn Council to ensure that the boys new to scouting are completely aware that they ARE going to have a blast -- quite LITERALLY!  

There will be a few e-mails, lists, forms and such flying your way for the next few weeks until we tackle all of the paperwork and information.  However, once that gets handled, we should have smooth sailing for the year ahead! 

We have an excited and invigorated group of leaders ready to jump in and make this the best program for the boys in Pack 1910... probably the best Pack in ALL OF KELLER!  We hope to set the standard by which all Packs will judge a fantastic program!

That does require a lot of effort, and so we will be looking to YOU -- our awesome parents -- to step in and fill the gaps.  

The first link I want to provide is the NEW CUB SCOUT CHECKLIST FOR PARENTS. (If you were at sign up night, it's neon pink!) This is simply a way for you, as a parent, to track the few items that need to happen.  

In short, it makes sure you have your registration form turned in (so that we can get you added to our system).  Complete the BSA Health Form for registered adults and youth.  Be sure you're checking out our website frequently!  Meet with your den leader. Pay those registration dues.  One payment and you're golden until next December!  Visit the Scout shop for your uniform components and insignia.  Volunteer for something!  Read the Scout Handbook!  Complete Youth Protection Training Online ASAP and provide April, John or Christopher with a copy of your completion card.

Welcome aboard!  We are SO excited to have you join!!

How to Make Your Popcorn Sales POP!

It's that time of year again!  

We hope this is our ONE AND ONLY fundraiser for the year, but in order to make that happen, we need EVERYONE's help!  So what can you do help?  By doing what Scouts do best --- giving 110%  

We will have the trifecta of programs this year:

1. Show & Sell booths set up at storefronts throughout our community each weekend where we can make direct sales with the total sales being split evenly between the two Scout volunteers with those amounts going toward their final total;
2. Online Sales so that you can reach friends and family that are not in our community which will also count toward your Scout's final total; and 
3. Mobile app that will enable you to take credit/debit card payments directly from your mobile device during our Take Order campaign that begins September 3.

A way to make this your Scout's best year ever is to consider the following:

Go where the people are

Going door to door in your neighborhood or your grandparent's neighborhoods around town is the easiest way to make sales. Saturday and Sunday, we have booths reserved where the majority of the families seem to go – the stores!  This is why we are present at Show & Sell. Both of these just make lots of sense to start planning your sales strategy.

Don’t scare easily – be confident in your case

Face it -- these boys in uniform are ADORABLE!  Don't let a simple "No" discourage them. Be sure they are greeting passers by with a friendly, “Hi there!" followed by, "Would you like to buy some amazing Cub Scout Popcorn?” And make sure our Scouts approach every passerby with the same blind enthusiasm – never fearful of defeat or judgment. Confidence is key – especially at first - definitely with Show & Sell.  Once they make their first sale with take order, it's ON!

Have plan B ready

“Sorry bud, I’m in a big hurry,” is something they'll hear at Show & Sell. Let them reply with, “That’s o.k.! Think about it and we’ll see you on your way out, thanks!” Have them watch their tone after being denied and let it be as happy (or even happier) than before. If someone isn't interested in popcorn for themselves at Take Order door-to-door sales, remind them that they can make a donation and Trail's End will send popcorn to our soldiers on their behalf. 

Have a great product

We aren't just selling popcorn, we are selling SCOUTING!  Over 70% of what we sell goes BACK INTO SCOUTING!  The popcorn is great, but our customers are really investing in THESE LITTLE GUYS MAKING THE SALE!  

Follow up when you say you will

If your Scouts greet people at the Show & Sell and tell them they'll check back as they leave, remember that and be enthusiastic as they depart.  Know your delivery dates for take order.  Have him make thank you notes to attach to his orders for delivery.  

Be yourself

Let these kids get excited about their sales!  High-five each other when they make one, not only because they're building their final sales total for prize incentives, but because they're doing their part to pay their way!  Have your Scouts tell those who purchase popcorn from them, "You are GOING TO LOVE THIS!" and make it convincing!  It really IS good stuff!  

Thank people better

When your scout makes a sale, have them TELL PEOPLE what it's helping accomplish. "Thank you so much, this is going to help me get my own compass."  "Thank you, we are hoping our sales pay for our entire October campout!"  Give them a reason to feel good about giving money to Scouting -- they are funding the experience for these boys! 

Have fun & be funny

Engage with your customers!  Humor lightens the room, builds trust and relaxes people.

Test and retest

Learning how to respond to different people with the same positive attitude teaches all kinds of amazing skills they can use later in life -- be it market testing and implementing on the fly. You don’t have to be mailing millions of pieces of direct mail to use ‘test packages’. Gauge what resonates best and hone your key marketing messages as you go.

Exclusivity works

Let the boys use their dwindling product supplies at Show & Sell as incentive... “only 2 boxes of Unbelievable Butter microwave popcorn left!!!!” Stated simply, if you want people to want something -- just tell them they can’t have it. This really is one of the oldest marketing tactics. Why do you think QVC has a ticker showing the clock wind down or the ‘units available’ sell out? Same with giving. Whether it’s exclusive giving circles, parties for levels or the CEO’s monthly email to the planned giving council – create something they can’t have, then give it to them.

Use what you’ve got

It’s easy for organizations and staff to get caught up in what we don’t have. An “if only” mindset can slow progress and quell energy. Instead use the Strengths Finder approach, turn ‘good’ into ‘great’ and forget about the rest. Our strengths are an awesome Pack, enthusiastic boys, dedicated leaders and the hopes that we can fund our entire year without fees, costs or a burden to our families so that they can enjoy EVERYTHING about Scouting without a price tag.  THAT is what the program should be about!  

HELP US MAKE THAT HAPPEN!!!

Adapted from an article here.

Sign Up Night! THIS TUESDAY!

It's time to kick off a new year in Pack 1910 and we want YOU to join us!  Our annual Cub Scout Sign Up night will be Tuesday, August 30 from 6:30-8pm.  

If you picked up a flier at Ridgeview Elementary's Meet the Teacher, this is the night we've been talking about!  Are you ready to see what all Pack 1910 has in store for YOU this year?  Be sure to stop by Tuesday night, August 30, and sign up to BE a Cub Scout!

WHO:       Boys in Kindergarten - 5th grade in the Keller and surrounding areas
WHAT:     Cub Scout Pack 1910 Sign Up Night
WHERE:    United Methodist Church of Keller, Scout House, 1025 Johnson Road
WHEN:      Tuesday, August 30 from 6:30 - 8 p.m. come and go
WHY:        Because -- IT IS FUN!  

Scouting promotes and encourages family togetherness.  Time is a valuable commodity and what better way to spend it than investing in lasting memories with your son.  More than ever, today’s families struggle to find time to spend together. Cub Scouting helps to support your family by providing ready-made opportunities for you and your son to do things together.

Your son needs to belong to a group of boys his own age. Through this sense of belonging, he builds his self-esteem and learns to get along with others. As a parent, you want to be assured that the groups that your boy joins will teach values consistent with good citizenship, character development, physical fitness and spiritual growth. The Boy Scouts of America has been weaving these lifetime values into fun and educational activities since 1910.

In a society where your son is taught that winning is everything, Cub Scouting teaches him to “do his best” and to be helpful to others.  Servant leadership.

He will learn to live by the code of “On my honor.”

But... we know that boys do not join Cub Scouting to get their character built.  Boys join Scouts.... because it's fun!!!

Our program is full but it's not complete without YOU!  If you are unable to attend Cub Scout Sign Up Night, please complete the informational form on the website and someone from our membership committee will be in touch with you shortly. However, the best way to start is to jump in with both feet and be ready to have fun!  

Your adventure starts Tuesday!  We look forward to meeting you!

Online Popcorn Sales

You can create your account TODAY and get selling!  Your son has already been added to the national database and his online account sales will link directly to our Pack so that we can see his totals!

Popcorn Selling Tips

While we want full participation from every Scout, we want to make sure that we are reminding them not only of what they should be doing to make sales, but also what they should be doing to STAY SAFE!

• ALWAYS wear your uniform
• ALWAYS smile and introduce yourself
• ALWAYS tell your customers why you are selling popcorn
• KNOW the different kinds of popcorn you are selling
• ALWAYS say "Thank You"
• ALWAYS make a copy of your order form
• ALWAYS have a pen

• NEVER enter anyone's home
• NEVER sell after dark unless you are with an adult
• DON'T carry large amounts of cash with you
• ALWAYS walk on the sidewalk and driveway
• ALWAYS sell with another scout or with an adult

Have your Cub practice what he's going to say.  Write it on little cue cards.  Let him stand in front of a mirror.  Rehearse with him.  Ask him questions he might get so that he knows how to respond.

Hi, my name is ___________, and I am a Cub Scout with Pack 1910. I'm selling popcorn to raise money for the things I like to do in Scouting like ______________. This popcorn is DEEEEEEEEElicious and there are many different kinds to choose from. Will you please help support me in Scouting? 

(Always be sure they say "Thank You" when you are done whether they make the sale or not.)

Let's Get Popping!

This page on our blog has all the new and pertinent information on our annual fundraiser! It talks prizes, deadlines and everything else!  We need everyone to sign up for at least one slot in our Show & Sell drive, you have the ability for On-Line Sales that are now tied into your over-all totals for incentives AND we will be doing take-order sales beginning September 1.  The Sign-Up Genius can be found HERE.  

And ALL the information can be found by clicking RIGHT HERE. 

Popcorn for Parents

A great watch on the benefits you may not realize your son is gaining from participating in this sales program that benefits not only our pack but Longhorn Council as well!  

Why Choose Scouting? It Brings You Together as a Family!

Adopt-A-Street

Pack 1910 has partnered with the City of Keller's Adopt-A-Street Program and now we have our own designated stretch of road to help keep our city beautiful!

We are now responsible for the one-mile stretch of Johnson Road between Chandler and Pearson.  

More information will be provided to our den leaders in order to utilize this opportunity for community involvement and clean up activities.  

All of us working together makes it easy to do our part to continue to...

We Keep the OUT in scOUTing

ScoutingWire, the official blog of the Scouting movement, published an article by Scott Olson, market intelligence manager for the Boy Scouts of America, called Ask the Expert: Why Camping Should Be On Your Family's To Do List.  I wanted to share part of it with you because it directly correlates with why Pack 1910 is upping our camping program.  

Why is Camping Important to the Boy Scouts of America?
In addition to the basics of survival and conservation, older Scouts instruct younger campers in the basics of wilderness training, plant science and perfecting a camp’s food storage plan. Essential skills are passed from generation to generation resulting in rewarding youth-led and adult-guided experiences. 

At the Cub Scout level, camping has become an integral part of the advancement path so that the youth are prepared for the adventures of Boy Scouts.  Speaking of Boy Scouts, did you know that Boy Scouts can earn more than 136 merit badges, most of which involve outdoor experiences. Therefore, camping trips go a long way toward putting a Scout on the path toward Eagle.

The typical American’s first camping trip occurs before he reaches 18 years old. The Physical Activity Council, an association of sports recreation and leisure activity companies, surveyed 10,778 Americans in early 2015. The survey asked 6 to 24-year-olds which of 104 activities they preferred. Respondents consistently choose camping and swimming.

Researchers discovered 28% of us did nothing last year! That’s right – 83 million are sedentary. Camping encourages us to be active and enjoy the outdoors resulting in three main benefits:

First, improved physical health.

• We feel better – Oxygen emitted by plant life releases serotonin, a molecule essential to feelings of happiness and well-being. You can even lower blood pressure and body strain in the outdoors.
• Clean air and water – Lower levels of pollutants result in fewer lung irritations and illnesses.
• Greater physical fitness – Per hour calorie consumption increases for campers. Hikers burn 120-300 calories, fly fishers burn 200. Biking and swimming, gathering wood and building a temporary shelter results in healthy calorie burn and increased flexibility.
• Sunlight – Moderate sun exposure increases Vitamin D – essential for healthy bones and teeth.
• Natural food – Fishing and hunting provides nourishment without preservatives. And camp food just tastes better!

Second, greater mental health.

• Socialization – Improved mood from face-to-face interactions, teamwork and bonding without distractions.
• More Sleep – After a full day of outdoor activities, the body achieves more natural sleep when the sun goes down.
• Solving Problems – You can apply skills to overcome unexpected challenges and promote self-sufficiency by collaborating with your camping party.
• Discovery – Learn about plant science and build trust from working with domesticated animals such as horses and dogs. Be prepared to prevent insect bites and predator intrusions.
• Minding nature – The outdoors challenge you to minimize trash and leave your camping space cleaner than you found it.

Third, camping is fun! 
As evidenced by posts on the Boy Scouts of America social media pages, people love to camp and comment on successful Scout camping expeditions. Check out the Boy Scouts of America, Scouting magazine, Boys’ Life or High-Adventure bases Facebook pages, Twitters and Instagrams.

Because of this beautiful trifecta, we have upped the ante in our camping program agreeing to participate in more Council-sponsored events as well as our three Pack campouts to provide our Scouts every opportunity to experience Cub Scouts as it was intended -- OUTSIDE DOING!  Besides having our monthly hikes, we will be camping October 7-9 (with the option to attend the Council Fall Festival and Haunted Hayride the following weekend for those die-hards that can't get enough), November 11-13 at the Council Camporee, January 6-8 at CUB-O and March 31-April 2.  

Won't you join us?