Pack Communication

Hello, Pack 359 Family!!! Well, the Christmas parade and Holiday in the Park were a success.  Thanks to all who participated.   Here are tomorrow's room assignments: Tigers – meeting at the Whitehouse Fire Dept @ 6PM Wolves – Pike Hall Bears – Fellowship Hall Webelos – Discovery Room Arrow of Light – Side by Side room Tigers are the only den meeting early.  Remainder of den meetings at 6:30pm. Please remember that no one is allowed upstairs, and keep an eye on your Scout. Friendly reminders: 1.  Pinewood Derby – Build Day will be Saturday, January 13 in Pike Hall at the church.  The Pack will provide one derby car for each Scout.  Additonal cars will be available for purchase at cost ($4).  Pinewood Derby Race Day is Saturday, February 17…

Good afternoon, Pack 359 Family!!! The Whitehouse Christmas Parade is tomorrow, Saturday, Dec 2.  Step-off is 10 am.  All participants should be at the starting line no later than 9 AM.  You must enter Stanton-Smith Elementary from 346/Main Street.  Remember, uniform is Field (Class A).   We will have the older Scouts lead with the flags, much like the Tyler Rose Parade. You are able to pass out candy, but CANNOT throw it.  So, bring candy, if desired. Parents are encouraged to wear the blue activity Pack shirt.  Tiger Parents must walk alongside the trailer. Thank you for all the volunteers that signed up for Holiday in the Park.  We will be conducting an archery booth as well as information booth.  We are also approved…

Hello, Pack 359 Family!! I hope everyone has had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. But, back to school time now. Tomorrow’s meeting is a PACK meeting to be held in the church sanctuary at 6:30 pm. Uniform is Field (Class A). Please, NO hats in the sanctuary. Reminder: Popcorn – if you weren’t able to pick up popcorn last week, we will have it available at the meeting. Also, please be sure to select a prize. Whitehouse Christmas Parade/Holiday in the Park – this coming Saturday, Dec 2. The parade starts at 9AM. Uniform is Field (Class A). Tigers are responsible for decorating the trailer that they MUST ride in. After the parade, we will have a booth in the park with an archery game and…

Hello, Pack 359 Family! Here are the upcoming reminders for the next couple of meetings. Monday, November 20 – no official meetings, but we will be at the Church beginning at 6:30 pm for take-order popcorn pickup. We’ll be there for at least an hour so don’t think you need to arrive at 6:30 sharp! Prize Selection – please click this link (etacpack359.org/prizes) to select prizes for your Scout’s popcorn effort. Double check your Scout’s total popcorn here – etacpack359.org/2017-popcorn-totals Checked Out Popcorn – if you checked out any popcorn to sell, please bring it Monday with money received. Fall Family Camp – please see click this survey link regarding Fall Family Camp. Please complete this as it helps us improve in years to come. Monday,…

Hello, Pack 359 Family!! Well, Family Camp was a success.  Thanks for everyone that came out for the fun!  A BIG thank you to all the volunteers/helpers that assisted with the cooking and clean-up.  Thanks especially to our Quartermaster, Ryan Bockover, for leading the way with the meals and prep.  Be sure to pat him on the back the next time you see him. Since I'm tired, and you're tired……we will not have meetings tomorrow, Monday, November 13.  Have a good night off. Also, the next Monday, November 20, will be popcorn pick-up and prize selection (NO OFFICIAL MEETINGS since school is out for Thanksgiving).   Have a great rest of your Sunday! Yours in Scouting,  D. Jason Phillips Cubmaster

Hello, Pack 359 Family! Fall Family Camp is tomorrow.  Please see previous email regarding directions, itinerary, health forms and consent forms.   Please watch the weather.  It's supposed to be cooler this weekend.  Blankets would probably not be a bad idea.  All vehicles to be moved to the parking lot after unloading. Remember, if you must smoke, you will need to go to the parking lot. Please keep an eye on your Scouts/kids this weekend.  We are expecting a good turnout.   Also, a Cub Scout Pack from Hallsville will be there Saturday to Sunday.  We will need to make room for them and be on our best Scouting behavior. Please travel safely. Yours in Scouting,  D. Jason Phillips Cubmaster

Good morning, Pack 359 Family, Cain, Higgins, and Brown Elementaries will be performing Veterans' Day Programs this week.  We have been asked to lead the flag ceremonies for the programs.  If your Scout wants to participate, have him wear his Field (Class A) uniform to the school on the appropriate day.  I don't recommend wearing the slide and neckerchief all day as it will be lost.  You can put it in a ziploc baggie in your Scout's backpack.   Program Dates/Times: Cain – Wednesday, November 8 at 8:30 am Higgins – Thursday, November 9 at 1:30 pm Brown – Friday, November 10 at 8:30 am Sorry, Stanton-Smith.  Your Scout must wear his Uniform to participate at the program. Have a fantastic day! Yours in Scouting,  D. Jason Phillips Cubmaster

Hello, Pack 359 Family!!  I hope all Cowboys Overnighter particpants had a great time!! Fall Family Camp is upon us, one of my favorite events of the year!!!   LET YOUR DEN LEADER KNOW HOW MANY OF YOUR FAMILY PLANS TO ATTEND! * Campout date is Friday, November 10th through Sunday, November 12th at Pirkey Environmental Park near Hallsville, TX (directions attached). If you can't make it Friday, come Saturday!!!  If you can't camp at all, come out Saturday for the day and campfire.  * The Pack will provide meals for Saturday morning and evening.  Parents/Dens will be responsible for Friday night, Saturday lunch, and Sunday breakfast. For Friday, most families will stop and eat on the way to camp. For Saturday lunch and Sunday breakfast, it can be as simple as a sandwich or a meal prepared and shared with your Den (please check with your…

Hello again participants, We were just informed you can bring a reusable water bottle to fill with water.  May save you some money.  No outside food or drink though. Thanks and safe travels, D. Jason Phillips Cubmaster

Hello, all Overnighter Participants!! Please see previous email regarding details of the overnighter.  Remember, you will need to find me or Anne near Entry A to get your tickets.  Don’t go to the box office. If you have a Pack T-shirt, please wear it tomorrow, Friday.  We want to stand out in the crowd. Have a great Thursday! Yours in Scouting, D. Jason Phillips Cubmaster