Calendar

New for this email:  

– Sign-up genius link for side dishes / dessert is included

– Updated information on activities

– We have extended the registration to May 28th

See you there!

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Please join Pack 142 at our Spring Campout!  

Activities include:

Pack hike scheduled for 1:45pm

Pack sporting events:  soccer, whiffle ball and/or kick ball (after hike)

There is a great biking trail next to the camp site that attendees are welcome to use individually (but no pack bike ride)

IMPORTANT: Food shopping and campsite registration is based on the number of families that have registered for the event as at 12:00PM Tuesday, May 28, 2019. If you RSVP but do not attend, you will still be responsible for full payment. Similarly, if you do not RSVP, we may not be able to accommodate with necessary food and spacing.  Pack 142 is a not-for-profit pack and cannot be responsible for wasted food or unnecessary payments to the campground. We appreciate your understanding. If you have any question or need to discuss a specific circumstance, please call Steve at 570-212-2036.

This event is free to attendees! Unit leaders, committee members, unit youth leaders and others involved in Scouting should attend.

Vendors host tables offering programs, service projects, fun times, education programs and events that can be an integral part of your unit’s calendar. Visit these tables and pick up information and get your questions answered. 

Many events are run by volunteer committees in Patriots’ Path Council. From the Alumni committee to the Youth Executive committee, table abound in the ballroom area with information and ideas to make your 2019-2020 Scouting year GREAT! Stop by and see what’s in store for your group. This years’ committees, et al that have committee to exhibiting are under the PPC Groups Exhibiting tab.

Stop by and greet your volunteer district leaders that plan many district events (klondikes, cub camping, troop camping, etc.). Towns in Patriots’ Path Council are part of a geographical district. If you don’t know which district you are in, ask at the registration/welcome desk on your way in and they will let you know.

Door prizes are plentiful as are the free appetizers and the fellowship!

Cub Scout Expo is coming to the Tradeshow of Scouting this year. The Expo will be located in its own room with tables relating to programs and events for Cub Scouts. Check out the Cub Scout Expo tab for more information.

Monthly Committee Meeting

IMPORTANT: If you have forgotten your TroopTrack login or are not sure how to login and RSVP, please email [email protected] and we will assist you with activating your account.

These meetings are designed for adults only and supervision is not provided for children. Thank you for your understanding!

Please note the date change – we just learned the American Legion will be celebrating Flag Day on Monday, June 17.  After the flag retirement ceremony, we will be giving out awards including all rank badges.  Hope to see you there!

Steve

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Please join Pack 142 at our June Pack Meeting & Flag Retirement Ceremony

Event Date: Monday, June 17, 2019
Event Time: 7:00PM – 8:30PM
Event Location: American Legion Post 155, 13 Legion Place, Whippany, NJ
Dress Requirements: Scout Uniform

Please note event location is at the American Legion Post 155 HQ – 13 Legion Place, Whippany, NJ

– Hot dogs & Refreshments to be provided by American Legion Post 155 (please note there won't be a vegetarian option)

Pack 142 should plan on meeting at 7:00PM in full uniform. We will be participating in the American Legion Post 155 Flag Day Retirement Ceremony.

Please join Pack 142 at our Field Day Event!

Event Date: Thursday, June 27, 2019
Event Time: 7:00PM – 8:30PM
Event Location: Volunteers Park – 435 N Beverwyck Rd, Parsippany
Dress Requirements: Pack T-Shirt

Highlights include:

Please join us at The Pack 142 Annual Committee Planning Meeting!

Event Date: Sunday July 14, 2019
Event Time: 10:000AM – 1:00PM
Event Location: Tizzoni Residence 8 Highland Ct Morris Plains, NJ

This meeting is to plan the calendar for Pack 142 in the 2019/2020 scouting year. It is important that all committee members and interested parents attend.

Food: Please feel free to bring your own snacks

Bring Kids: Optional if necessary

Location: Tizzoni Residence 8 Highland Ct Morris Plains, NJ

Please email [email protected] or phone 570-212-2036 if you have any questions.

Please come to the meeting prepared with the following:

– Calendar (with school dates)

– New activity ideas

– Possible ideas on how we can improve pack activities

If you are unable to attend, please email your ideas to [email protected]. This is a great opportunity for you to provide your feedback and ideas!

We are looking forward to another successful year in scouting and need your help! Please RSVP to indicate your attendance.

IMPORTANT
Please ensure your RSVP by 9:00AM on Thursday, July 18, 2019 to ensure that we have enough materials (and ice cream) for everyone.

Pack 142 invites all scouts and their families to our Wheels in Motion & Ice Cream Social. We will enjoy some ice cream and fun activities!

Note: We will be setting up some games and activities that involve "Wheels in Motion." Scouts should bring bicycles, scooters or skates to this event to participate. Please remember to bring helmets and any other safety gear.

We welcome new families and visitors that are interested in finding out more about Pack 142 to attend any of our events! You are welcome to invite any friends and families with boys that are Cub Scout age (grades K-5). Please be sure to RSVP to let us know you are coming and how many guests to expect.

If one or more friends of your Cub Scout join our pack, your Cub Scout and all new friends that they recruit will receive a “My Best Friend is a Scout” patch. Your Cub Scout will also be presented with a “Recruiter” patch.

If you have any questions, please reach us via email [email protected] or phone 570-212-2036.