Scouting Adventures for All: Exploring Dens & Pack Meetings in Pack 4!

Is your child curious, adventurous, and ready to learn new things? Our co-ed Cub Scout Pack 4 offers a fun and engaging environment where kids can explore their potential, build friendships, and gain valuable life skills.

Dens: Where Learning and Fun Collide

Our Pack is structured into Dens based on grade level. Here's a quick guide:

• Kinder - Lions: Cubs roar with enthusiasm as they embark on their Scouting journey!
• 1st Grade - Tigers: Excitement fills the air as these energetic tigers tackle new challenges.
• 2nd Grade - Wolves: Teamwork and howling at the moon (metaphorically!) are hallmarks of the Wolf Den.
• 3rd Grade - Bears: Be prepared for some serious fun and learning as the bears explore the world around them.
• 4th & 5th Grade - Webelos: These experienced scouts pave the way for leadership roles as they prepare for Boy Scouts.

In Den meetings, your child will:

• Work on projects and advancements that earn them badges and awards, all while developing skills like budgeting, cooking, safety skills, and more.
• Participate in STEM activities, handcrafts, and other enriching experiences that promote personal growth and leadership.
• Bond with friends in a safe and supportive environment.

Pack Meetings: Where Dens Come Together

Once a month, all Dens unite for a Pack Meeting filled with:

• Themed activities based on values like kindness, courage, and honesty.
• Den-led skits and presentations that showcase their learning and teamwork.
• Opportunities to participate in the flag ceremony and lead the Pledge of Allegiance – fostering a sense of community and responsibility.

Beyond Meetings: Building Memories and Giving Back

Pack 4 offers exciting activities and community service projects for all ages and interests:

• Family-friendly outings: Hiking, camping, and the annual Bike Rodeo with CHP are just a few examples.
• Giving back to the community: Food drives, clean-up projects, and supporting local charities allow your child to learn about the importance of helping others.
• Unique events: Things That Fly lets kids and parents build and launch paper rockets!

Scouting Fits Your Busy Lifestyle

We understand that kids have many interests. Cub Scouts seamlessly integrates with other activities like sports, dance, or gymnastics.

Experience the Pack 4 Difference:

• 100 Years of Scouting History: Our Scout House at Westminster Presbyterian Church is steeped in tradition.
• Accessibility for All: We have a dedicated fund to ensure all children can participate.

Ready to Join the Adventure?

Contact us today to learn more about Den and Pack Meetings! We'd love to welcome you to the Pack 4 family.

Joshua Tree Camping / Shooting Day / Thanksgiving Food Drive

October and November Fun

Joshua Tree

We love Joshua Tree, and we did a weekend of camping there in October. This always is a big hit with parents and kids. We have a well-oiled system for camping, and all pitch in for our trips. It's great when we can introduce new people to camping, so don't let that intimidate you if you've never been.

If you have any old gear in good condition you want to donate to our Pack, we are collecting extra gear to make camping more accessible for everyone. 

One of our little Lions (Kinder) did NOT want to come, and the minute she set foot on the rocks and sand, mentored by the older kids, that changed, and she was one of the leaders of the trip.

The kids did much climbing on huge rocks; it's hard to spot them in the picture below. We hiked. We had gorgeous nighttime views of the Milky Way and an impromptu lesson about the universe from one of our parents. The kids told stories by the camp fire, and of course s'mores, too.

 

 

Camp Trask Shooting Day

Camp Trask is a Boy Scouts of America camp in the San Gabriel Valley that holds organized events for Scouts. Shooting Day is popular event for the kids. Bow and arrow, sling shots, and BB guns are taught in safe ways, and on this day there also were crafts.

It's so fun for the kids. Some people even chose to camp again after camping the week prior. (Not all of us are hard core campers, and some are not interested at all, so if camping isn't your thing, still come check us out. Events like this are appealing and educational for everyone!)

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Every year we participate in a Food drive in conjunction with our host organization, Westminster Presbyterian Church. WPC is one of five churches of different denominations that join together as Altadena Food Pantry to provide meals and community for people who are in a place of needing help. They are a lovely organization.

We support the Altadena Food Pantry throughout the year via donations we receive at our booth at Christmas Tree Lane, and at other times when they make the request.

If you're at the Altadena Christmas Tree Lane lighting ceremony this year, come say, Hi!