Day Camp - August 8-12, 2005

It is time to turn our attention to the excitement of summer now that school is wrapping up!!  What more can a scout ask for than a fun filled week participating in activities with other scouts his age? 

Day camp is offered to all scouts entering grades 1* - 5 who are registered with the Boy Scouts of America.  Pack 114 will be participating Aug 8-12, 2005 @ Camp Carpenter.  Camp runs 9:00am-4:00pm, Mon-Fri. 

*Tiger Cubs
Registered scouts entering first grade in 2005 may attend day camp with an adult partner.

A free tag-a-long program is offered for adult volunteers.  Tag-a-longs must be at least two years old and potty trained.  They will be kept busy and entertained by trained adults with a variety of activities.

Volunteer opportunities range from one day to a week long commitment.  Parents who elect to stay the week are required to participate in a one day training seminar at Camp Carpenter on June 4 or June 18.  The time will be announced soon.  Your child attends camp free if you volunteer for the week.  Volunteers need to fill out a volunteer registration form and a health form.  All forms may be uploaded from the district web site.

Once scouts are at camp, they will be kept within their respective rank.  This will enable the leaders to work on rank specific badges in between swimming, archery, BB shooting, crafts, and sports!  Does this sound like something your scout would enjoy?  If so,  please complete one registration form and one health form per scout.  This can be located on the district web site @ www.dwcbsa.org/camps/cscampingindex.htm  .  Click on day camp then select the required forms.

2005 Day Camp Fees
$110 Tiger Cub and adult partner
$110 ($25 pd by 3/15, $85 pd by May 15)
$120 pd by May 15
$130 pd after May 15

Add $30 to all price tiers for applicable bussing if available

Applicable Popcorn Discount
> $ 1,100.00 100%
$ 850.00 to $ 1,099.00 50%
$ 650.00 to $ 849.00 35%
$ 400.00 to $ 649.00 20%
$ 200.00 to $ 399.00 10%

Payment should be forwarded to Sue Fahey.  Registration and health forms should be forwarded to Christine Devoe.

If you have any questions please contact Christine Devoe @ 471-1040 or promom3cd@comcast.net

Thanks,
Christine Devoe
Day Camp Coordinator

RESIDENT CAMP JULY 17-21

Be Prepared for an Adventure of a Lifetime. 5 Days and 4 Nights of Scouting at beautiful Camp Carpenter in Manchster, NH. Campers who attend Resident Camp at Camp Carpenter Cub World will have the opportunity to take part in Games, Handicrafts, Sports, Nature, Hikes, Archery, BB guns, Swimming, Waterslide, Paddle Boats, BMX biking, Mini Golf, Fishing and Boating. The theme areas at Cub World Resident Camp consist of a full scale Fort, a Native American Village, Webelos Woods Adventure Area and Pirates Cove. At each of these areas campers participate in both learning and fun activities. At Camp, Cubs and Webelos have an opportunity to work on achievements, electives and activity badges. Leaders and parents from Pack 114 accompany our scouts for the entire week on this Camp Adventure. The cost schedule for camp is listed below. If your scout sold $ 1,100.00 or more in popcorn he will go free or will get a discounted price based on the schedule below.

Camp Carpenter, operated by the Daniel Webster Council, provides excellent facilities to support a vibrant and exciting program of outdoor skills and fun to boys entering grade 2-5 in September of 2005. A $25 per scout deposit is required by March 15, 2005.

The cost for the session is:
* $215 ($25 deposit paid by March 15th and $190 paid by May 15th)
* $225 ($25 deposit after March 15th and $200 paid by May 15th)
* $240 (with payment after May 15th)

Amount sold discount
> $ 1,100.00 100%
$ 850.00 to $ 1,099.00 50%
$ 650.00 to $ 849.00 35%
$ 400.00 to $ 649.00 20%
$ 200.00 to $ 399.00 10%

Important dates:
Mar 15 - Camp Deposits Due
Apr 23 - DWC Program Kick Off
Apr 23 - Pre-Camp Leaders' Meeting # 1
Apr 30 - Camp Carpenter Open House
May 15 - Camp Payments Due
May 22 - Pre-Camp Leaders' Meeting # 2
May 25 - Pre-Camp Leaders' Meeting # 3
Jun 11 - Work Day at Camp Carpenter

Visit http://www.bsainfo.com/html/camp.htm for photo's from past camping
trips.

Click here for the link to the medical form required for scouts and leaders to attend camp. Click Here to download Camp Medical Form It's very important that this form is filled out properly and well in advance of the week that we will be camping. This is a huge issue that I will have to get completed prior to arriving at camp. Please print this form out ASAP and get it filled out and then signed by your doctor.

Anyone interested in volunteering to be a leader at camp, having any questions, or that wants to sign up for camp please e-mail me or call 472-4622.

Please mail all deposit checks to Sue Fahey, 30 Harvard Lane, Bedford

Please mail all completed medical forms to Chuck Morshead, 31 Random Road,
Bedford

Best regards,
Chuck Morshead
472-4622

Rt. 49, P.O. Box 390, Campton, NH 03223,  Phone: 603-726-7001 FAMILY CAMPING WEEKEND Fri.-Sun., August 19-21, 2005

Family Camping Weekend takes place at the Branch Brook Campground in Campton, NH. Although the weekend officially starts Saturday morning @ 8:30 AM, most campers drive up Friday afternoon – August 19th, (anytime after 2:00 PM) to set up their campsites. This is a relaxing night with campfires, great food, great stories and s’mores.

On Saturday, 8:30 AM, Ski Fanatics will be picking all of us “river folk” up and driving us to the Launch spot – “Robins Nest”. Although it can be a bit confusing for all of us to get our canoes/kayaks into the water with all our packed lunches, water and family – we all do get off and start down the river.

This entails canoeing/kayaking lazily down the river. When we start to get hot – we find a nice place to jump in the cool river water. When we get hungry, we stop and find a place to eat our packed lunches. There are places to jump off trestles, rope swings, rocks etc. The trip ends in the afternoon not far from our campsites.

Those who are bringing their own canoes/kayaks will follow the bus in the morning and then one of your fellow Cub Scout families will drive you back to get your car. (it is only a few minutes away.)

Saturday afternoon we all just relax and rest. Later on in the evening we have our annual “parents vs. children” kickball game. This game is very much enjoyed by both parents and children. We also will be meeting at a designated campsite and we will enjoy some great appetizers and conversation.

The rest of the night is yours! The campground always has activities going on such as hayrides, ice-cream socials etc. This particular weekend is “Halloween”. Upon arrival check-in you will be asked if you would like to participate with giving out candy. If you do, then they will give you a sticker to put on your site sign so the children know which campsites are participating. Some children do dress up – but it is not necessary. They also have a beautiful pool where your children can go in and wash off the river water! It is very clean and cold. Sunday morning we get up, pack and go home.

If you are interested, please send your check immediately to Sue Fahey. The cost is 29.00/night. (If you sold over $850.00 worth of popcorn, you get to stay one night free!)

Once you have sent Sue your check – please let me know which campsite you would like. Please go to our BSA website, go to Pack News, scroll down to ‘Branch Brook’ and click on “More Info”. Please look for the site you want (sites 46- 65) Please know that sites 47, 48, 50 & 52 are for larger tents and/or campers.

Please let me know if you are renting from Ski Fanatics. I will get the release and order form to you as soon as I can. The reservations and payment is your responsibility. You need to pay for your canoe to Ski Fanatics no later than 7/1/05. Also, make sure you note what size life jackets and how many you will need. The cost is $35.00 for the Canoes, $35.00 for the 2 person kayaks and $25.00 for one-person kayaks.

Please feel free to call me anytime! 471-0027 or email me @ fconery27@comcast.net

Thank you,

Bren Conery



Click Here for More Information & Photos!

DIRECTIONS:
Take I-93 North. Take Route 18 North (just past the Old Man of the Mountain) into Franconia. In center of town, turn left over bridge onto Route 116 (at Mobil station) and follow 3.4 miles. Turn left onto Coppermine Road (see sign on right of Rte 116) and park in dirt parking area on left. (See pictures below.)

TIME ESTIMATE:
Figure roughly two hours driving time from Manchester area. Hiking time one way is about 90 minutes. Don’t forget to allow time before or after the hike to view the remains of the Old Man of the Mountain.

DESCRIPTION:
This is an easy, pleasant trail that leads to a beautiful waterfall and cascades, feeding into a pleasant, crystal clear pool. The trail is 2.5 miles long and gains 1106 ft. The trail is mostly wide, but can be a little rocky and wet in places. The trail roughly follows Coppermine Brook, and there are many places to stop along the brook for a picnic or photos. There is a footbridge and a covered hut near the end of the trail. There was still some ice and snow visible in places. Definitely one of the most pretty, tranquil and worthwhile places I have hiked to in the White Mountains.

WHAT TO BRING:
I recommend dressing in layers, as most of the trail is shaded and cool. Wear comfortable hiking boots or sneakers, preferably something with ankle support. Bring water and a snack or a picnic lunch, as we will arrive at the Falls around noon. A backpack or fanny pack, change of socks, towel, camera and swimming trunks are recommended. Insect repellent and sunscreen are optional.

DETAILS:
We will meet at the parking area and start the hike at 10am. Parking space is limited so be prepared to arrive beforehand and park close together. The rain date for this event is Saturday, June 28th, same time. I will keep a record of who attends for summer activity recognition. I will also have a first aid kit and communications set up at the front and rear of our party. There are plenty of scenic places to stop for breaks. The covered hut could shelter about 15-20 kids and adults in a pinch. My cell phone number is 345-6294 should you get lost on the way and my e-mail is d.r.fortin@comcast.net if anyone has questions before hand.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CLICK HERE BRIDAL VEIL FALLS