Friday, May 8, 2009
Crossover 2009-- IMPORTANT
Due to the weather forecast for this weekend we have some backup plans for Crossover. If it is too rainy to be at the lake on Saturday indoor activities will begin at 10:00 am at the middle school cafeteria, where we usually meet. The dinner begins at 5:00 pm. This is earlier than you were told on Tuesday, so please pass that information along to other scouts. The ceremony will begin at 6:30.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Blue & Gold Banquet
Our annual Blue & Gold banquet will be Saturday, February 21, at 6:00pm. It will be at our regular meeting place, in the Middle School Cafeteria. The theme is Scouting in the Old West, and scouts are encouraged to wear western wear. The whole family is invited. Look to this space for updates in the next few days.
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Meetings Resume January 6
Our regular Tuesday night den and pack meetings will resume on January 6th at 7:00 pm in the middle school cafeteria. Our pack meeting followed by the committee meeting will be the last Tuesday of the month. We hope to see everyone back and ready to have a great time!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Weather and Meeting Cancellation
Remember, if Prairie Grove schools are closed due to bad weather Cub Scouts is canceled for that night.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Pack 94 Christmas Party
It's time for our annual pack Christmas party. Join us Tuesday, December 9 at 6:30 in the middle school cafeteria. We'll have games and food, and a special visitor. Each den is responsible for bringing some food:
Tigers- cookies or cupcakes
Wolves- chips or pretzels
Bears- finger sandwiches
Webelos- fruit, vegetable, or cheese and crackers
Contact Sharon with any questions. 846-1889
Tigers- cookies or cupcakes
Wolves- chips or pretzels
Bears- finger sandwiches
Webelos- fruit, vegetable, or cheese and crackers
Contact Sharon with any questions. 846-1889
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Cub Scout Leadership Roles, Qualifications, & Responsiblities
Here is an excellent link that explains the roles, qualifications, and responsiblities for leaders in our cub scout pack. Please look at the various duties and see if there is a particular role that you would like to do now or one you would like to prepare to serve for in the future.
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Meetings Resume Sept 9, 2008--TIME CHANGE
Our regular weekly meetings will resume Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm at the Middle School Cafeteria. Check this site a few days before for any possible changes.
Parents Needed- Clothesline Fair
Pack 94 will have a booth at the Clothesline Fair over Labor Day weekend. We will be selling loaded baked potatoes and cold drinks. We need parent volunteers to help out. Please volunteer for one or more three hour shifts. The booth will be open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday, and 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on Monday. If you can't commit to a three hour shift please come and help when you can. Call Sharon for more information or to sign up 846-1889
Clothesline Fair Parade
Saturday, August 30 we will participate in the Clothesline Fair Parade through Prairie Grove. Scouts should meet near the elementary school between 8:30 and 8:45 am to ride the float. Wear a uniform if you have one, but join us even if you don't!! This is a lot of fun, and we hope to see you there.
September Family Camp
Follow this link for information about the September Family Camp in Ione.
http://www.doubleknot.com/Registration/CalendarDetail.asp?ActivityKey=226498&OrgKey=1154
This is a family camping event. Pack 94 is not participating as a group.
http://www.doubleknot.com/Registration/CalendarDetail.asp?ActivityKey=226498&OrgKey=1154
This is a family camping event. Pack 94 is not participating as a group.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Ice Cream & Water Guns!
Join us for some fun! Saturday, August 9th at 6:00 p.m. we will meet at the Battlefield Park for an ice cream and water gun party. Bring your favorite water gun and get ready to have a great time. All current members of Prairie Grove Pack 94 and all boys entering 1st through 5th grades who are interested in learning more about scouting are encouraged to come.
Friday, July 25, 2008
Monthly Committee Meeting, Sunday, July 27
Don't forget the Pack's monthly committee meeting Sunday, July 27, at 1:00 pm. We will meet at Jim's Razorback Pizza, and all parents are encouraged to attend.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Community Service Project- July 17
On Thursday July 17 the boys of Prairie Grove Cub Scout Pack 94 will have the honor of helping the senior citizens of Prairie Grove by doing some yard work around the Prairie Grove Senior Center. We will work from 5:30-8:30 pm. Please come even if you can't be there at 5:30 or can't stay till 8:30. If you have work gloves and a rake, bring them. We will have water and extra tools. For more information call Sharon at 846-1889.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
First Aid, Adult/Child/Infant CPR, and AED

June 14, 2008 from 9am to 5pm.
July 12, 2008 from 9am to 5pm.
August 9, 2008 from 9am to 5pm.
September 13, 2008 from 9am to 5pm.
Where:
Northwest Arkansas Tontitown Training Location
Cost $75
Learn rescue breathing, choking rescue and Adult, Infant and Child CPR. You will also learn how to treat cuts, bruises, bone and muscle injuries, shock, bleeding and other first aid emergencies. This course is designed to meet OSHA guidelines for the workplace.
Upon successful completion students receive Certificates for First Aid (valid for three years) and Adult, Infant & Child CPR (valid for one year).
Saturday, May 31, 2008
Every Boy Deserves A Trained Leader!

- Kelly Ewing
- Casey Copeland
- Joe Klingaman
- Mark Martin
If you would be willing to serve in an adult leadership position for our Cub Scout Pack, please contact the Charter Reprentative, Mark Martin @ 479-466-7386 for a list of duties and responsiblities of various Adult Leader opportunities.
Friday, May 30, 2008
Committee Meeting June 1
Just a reminder that the committee meeting for May was moved to Sunday, June 1, at 1:00. We'll meet at Jim's Razorback Pizza in Prairie Grove. All parents are encouraged to attend committee meetings.
Friday, May 23, 2008
Announcements for week of May 23
Due to the fact that the fourth Sunday falls in a holiday weekend, the monthly committee meeting for May will be June 1.
Training for leaders is available on Saturday, May 31. Please email with any questions.
Don't forget to meet at the cemetery on Memorial Day!!
Training for leaders is available on Saturday, May 31. Please email with any questions.
Don't forget to meet at the cemetery on Memorial Day!!
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Scouting Fact or Fiction

Statement:
Scouts cannot wear their uniform while selling hotdogs, hamburgers, pancakes, etc. as a money earning project if it is not a Council sponsored fundraiser.
Fact or Fiction:
Fiction
Comments:
Actually, the limitation on uniforms is only related to endorsement of brand names. Here is a quote from a representative at National: The problem is the perception of the public that we endorse name-brand items. Wearing uniforms while selling hamburgers, hot dogs, etc. is not a problem.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Being a Successful Scout Leader

I still consider myself a novice at scouting, even though I am an Eagle Scout. I have been to summer camps and more weekend campouts and day camps than I can remember. Some people might question my sanity, but I really enjoy serving as a District Executive. I enjoy spending time with my son and I also have fun with the other boys his age. I also enjoy doing everything I can to help the Scouting movement grow; whether it’s raising money, doing rallies, helping with
program. But, I mainly enjoy making sure everyone involved is having fun and getting the support they deserve.
Sure, there are challenges working for the council; the daily meetings, the time at camp, the challenge with helping reluctant or apathetic parents to get involved, and the storage space it takes up in my garage are all part of the commitment. But the rewards are tremendous as I try in my small way to help build boys and adults into committed, responsible, and successful people.
If you find yourself in a position to be a volunteer scoutmaster (sometimes, volunteer by coercion…), then what should you do to be successful in your scouting service?
1. Get Trained. Too many scout leaders start off with a vague idea of their role and mission. BSA offers what is called Fast Start Training, which is usually done monthly in your local scout district (it is also available online). This is a great way to begin. Then, every leader should have Adult Basic Training, which for scoutmasters usually involves three weeknights or a Friday night/Saturday day combination. And then attending the monthly Roundtable training will help you refine your skills and stay informed on Council and District scouting programs. There is no substitute for scout sponsored leader training.
2. Build a Strong Committee. Scoutmasters who try to run the entire program themselves typically burn out fast and are not very successful. Build a solid and committed troop committee. On a committee, you need a chair and vice chair and several specialists in areas such as advancement, equipment, fund raising, camping and the like. With a committee of 5 to 7 members, who commit to fulfill their responsibilities, the scoutmaster's job becomes to work with the boys first and foremost.
3. Plan and Calendar. Successful scoutmasters understand the need to plan and calendar events and activities. A general yearly calendar with dates for troop meetings, campouts, service projects and summer camp is important. Successful troops then plan a rolling four month calendar in more detail, and then make sure each scout's family receives a current 4 month calendar.
4. Instill Scout Spirit. One of the most important roles of a scoutmaster is to infuse his troop with Scout Spirit. He does this in a variety of ways. He should wear the scout uniform and encourage his scouts to do so as well. Scouts should repeat the scout oath, scout law and slogan at each meeting. Scouts should perform service as a troop from time to time to build teamwork and give of themselves.
5. Hold Scoutmaster Conferences. Most successful scoutmasters know that scoutmaster conferences are a key to helping boys advance. Once every month or two, the scoutmaster should meet with the scout to review his progress and his involvement in the troop. And about quarterly, that conference should happen with one or both of the scout's parents or guardians. The conference should help the boy set goals for advancement, should keep parents motivated to work with their scout, and can help focus the boy's attention.
6. Develop Scouts into Leaders. Successful scoutmasters understand and practice the concept of "shadow leadership." The boys should for the most part run the troop. Many scoutmasters take the position of electing patrol leaders from the patrol members; you may want to reserve the right to appoint the senior patrol leader (SPL) and assistant SPL. These boys form the Patrol Leaders Council (PLC), which really governs the troop. The PLC should take the lead in planning and calendaring, and should be seen as the leaders by the other scouts. The program will be most successful when the PLC takes the lead and the scoutmaster and troop committee become the resources.
Successful scouting is not easy. It takes a strong commitment to the program and to the keys of success. But by following these suggestions, a scoutmaster can be the main catalyst to a successful scout troop - one which helps boys develop into responsible, committed and successful men.
Statistics of Scouting Success

By Bryan Feather, Council Scout Executive
It is a pleasure to address the dedicated volunteers of the Westark Area Council, Boy Scouts of America. I want to thank you for your service to the youth in the Scouting programs and the difference you are making in their lives. The time, talent, and money that you spend on providing a high quality program are definitely paying off. The statistics are indeed impressive as the impact that the scouting program has is measured. In a recent study, Harris Interactive found those who were in Scouts for 5 or more years as a youth were more likely to graduate from high school than non-scouts (91% versus 87%), and more likely to graduate from college (35% versus 19%). Not only are scouts likely to achieve higher levels of education but while in school scouts have better grades. Seventy-five percent of scouts earn B’s or higher compared with sixty-two percent of non-scouts.
Scouting is truly an investment in the character of our youth as well as a contribution to their future success. Among adults who were in the Boy Scouts for 5 or more years, the average annual household income is $80,000 compared with $61,000 for non-scouts. The benefits of scouting are tangible and your participation in this program contributes to the quality of life of more than just those you are working with today. You are having a positive impact that will last for generations.
Congratulations on your participation and the successes you have already achieved. We look forward to the successes that are yet to come and we consider it an honor to serve with you in this phenomenal program.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Cub Scout Leader Training

Here is a brief overview of the components of the training continuum.
Fast Start Training (click for more information - new window on National site)
Fast Start training is the first step for any new volunteer and is to be delivered immediately after a new leader registers and before he or she meets with any youth member.Basic Leader Training (click for more information - new window on National site)
The new Basic Leader Training comprises two parts: New Leader Essentials for all unit-level leaders and Leader Specific training, which is based on the leader's unit-level position.Leader-Specific Training (click for more information - new window on National site)
These training courses include leader specific training for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing leaders; an introduction to outdoor leader skills; and the new Wood Badge course
Fast Start and Youth Protection Training are avaliable online at the BSA Online Train Center
There will be Leader Essentials & Cub Scout Leader Position Specific Training provided by the Razorback District on May 31st. Get a jump on training for next year NOW. New Leader Essentials will take place in the morning. Leader Specific trainings will be offered in the afternoon.
When?
May 31st: 9:00 am - 3 pm
Where?
First United Methodist Church
206 W. Johnson Ave.
Springdale
Application Deadline May 28th:
Complete the registration form and turn it in by 6pm. May 28th.
Questions?
Contact Joanna James via email: jejames92@yahoo.com
Lunch will NOT be provided at this training, so please make
sure to bring one. Also bring your leader guidebook.
Prairie Grove Pack Leader Training Goals:
- Fast Start and Youth Protection within 30 days.
- New Leader Essentials/Specific within 3 months.
- Outdoor Leader Skill training within 6 months for key personel.
Mark Martin
Charter Representative
American Legion Post 146
Friday, April 11, 2008
National Quality Unit Award

The Quality Unit Award recognizes outstanding packs, troops, teams, crews, and ships that conduct quality programs for their youth. All members, both youth and adults, of a pack that earns this award may wear the Quality Unit emblem (pictured to the right) on their uniforms, and a streamer may be displayed on the pack flag.
To qualify as a Quality Unit, a pack must meet all of the following conditions:
- The Cubmaster and at least half of all den leaders must be fully trained—i.e., they have completed both Fast Start and Basic Leader Training.
- The pack must have two-deep leadership, including an active, registered, and trained assistant Cubmaster as well as a registered adult who is responsible for promoting Youth Protection training.
- The pack must provide at least one approved outdoor experience for its Scouts.
- The pack must renew its charter on time—before the previous year's charter expires.
- The pack must provide at least nine pack meetings per year and qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award (above).
- The pack must have at least one active Tiger Cub den.
- The pack must complete at least one community service project.
- At least 75 percent of the Scouts must advance in rank.
- All Scouts subscribe to Boys' Life magazine.
- The pack must demonstrate positive membership growth.
Applications for the Quality Unit Award may be downloaded from the Cub Scout forms page.
If you would be willing to serve in an adult leadership position for our Cub Scout Pack, please contact the Charter Reprentative, Mark Martin @ 479-466-7386 for a list of duties and responsiblities of various Adult Leader opportunities.
Sincerely,
Mark Martin
Charter Representative
American Legion Post 146
Monday, April 7, 2008
Adult Leaders: Youth Protection Training
EVERY adult leader involved in Prairie Grove Pack 94 is required to complete the Youth Protection Training immediately! Even if you have completed this training in the past, the certificate is time limited and you must be re-certified periodically.
Child abuse is an increasingly serious, widespread problem in society, affecting every ethnic group, socioeconomic level, and geographic area. The significance of this problem is revealed by the nearly 3 million cases of child abuse reported each year in the United States. The Boy Scouts of America has developed Youth Protection training to prepare its leaders to help children who have been, or are being, abused.
In addition, the BSA has adopted a comprehensive set of policies and procedures to help ensure that Scouting continues to be safe for all participants. Background checks are required for all new leaders, and the Boy Scouts of America will not tolerate any form of child abuse in its program and will take all necessary steps to remove any offenders from membership in the BSA.
Every leader in Cub Scouting should complete Youth Protection training, which is delivered by the district or council. Parents will also find this training valuable. In addition to a thorough review of BSA Youth Protection policies, the training develops an increased awareness of Youth Protection issues.
This course is easily obtained online in a quick to accomplish manner. This course is the first and most important to help adult leaders deliver quality Scouting experiences to youth. A log-in is required, however anyone may create a user account and view the courses. If a leader has any problems or lack of access to a computer, please contact the Charter Reprentative, Mark Martin @ 479-466-7386 and special arrangements will be made to assist in completing this training. Here is the link to the BSA Online Training Center
Once you have completed this training, bring the printed certificate to be placed in your leadership portfolio held by the Charter Representative.
Sincerely,
Mark Martin
Charter Representative
American Legion Post 146
Child abuse is an increasingly serious, widespread problem in society, affecting every ethnic group, socioeconomic level, and geographic area. The significance of this problem is revealed by the nearly 3 million cases of child abuse reported each year in the United States. The Boy Scouts of America has developed Youth Protection training to prepare its leaders to help children who have been, or are being, abused.
In addition, the BSA has adopted a comprehensive set of policies and procedures to help ensure that Scouting continues to be safe for all participants. Background checks are required for all new leaders, and the Boy Scouts of America will not tolerate any form of child abuse in its program and will take all necessary steps to remove any offenders from membership in the BSA.
Every leader in Cub Scouting should complete Youth Protection training, which is delivered by the district or council. Parents will also find this training valuable. In addition to a thorough review of BSA Youth Protection policies, the training develops an increased awareness of Youth Protection issues.
This course is easily obtained online in a quick to accomplish manner. This course is the first and most important to help adult leaders deliver quality Scouting experiences to youth. A log-in is required, however anyone may create a user account and view the courses. If a leader has any problems or lack of access to a computer, please contact the Charter Reprentative, Mark Martin @ 479-466-7386 and special arrangements will be made to assist in completing this training. Here is the link to the BSA Online Training Center
Once you have completed this training, bring the printed certificate to be placed in your leadership portfolio held by the Charter Representative.
Sincerely,
Mark Martin
Charter Representative
American Legion Post 146
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Pinewood Derby 2008
It’s Pinewood Derby time!! The derby will be held on Saturday, March 29 at the upper elementary school. The weigh in will be at 9:00 am, and the races will begin at 10:00 am. Due to time constraints, if you weigh in after the 10:00 am start you must race in the Outlaw race only.
Parents are asked to provide refreshments according to den:
Tigers- chips and dip
Wolves- finger sandwiches
Bears- chips and dip
Webelos I- finger sandwiches
Webelos II- fruit
The pack will provide drinks.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Race Day!!
Parents are asked to provide refreshments according to den:
Tigers- chips and dip
Wolves- finger sandwiches
Bears- chips and dip
Webelos I- finger sandwiches
Webelos II- fruit
The pack will provide drinks.
We look forward to seeing everyone on Race Day!!
Monday, November 19, 2007
Pack 94 Committee Meeting
Date: November 25, 2007
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Where: Jim's Razorback Pizza in Prairie Grove
Meeting Agenda
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Where: Jim's Razorback Pizza in Prairie Grove
Meeting Agenda
- Recharter
- - the last day to recharter is the 27th
- Christmas Party
- - scheduled for Dec. 4th (last meeting of the year.)
Congratulations!

- Jackson C.
- Kyle B.
- Corwyne V.
- Ben B.
- Mark D.
- Joseph H.
- Jackson K.
- Eathan T.
- Avery R.
- Justin T.
- Dakota B.
- Ashton G.
- Seth W.
Friday, November 9, 2007
The Purposes Of Cub Scouting

The Purposes of Cub Scouting
- Character Development
- Spiritual Growth
- Good Citizenship
- Sportmanship and Fitness
- Family Understanding
- Respectful Relationships
- Personal Achievement
- Friendly Service
- Fun and Adventure
- Preparation for Boy Scouts
Monday, September 24, 2007
Introduction To Cub Scouting

When Robert Baden-Powell founded Scouting, he drew on his military experience. He recongnized that boys would want to become Scouts because they are "keen for adventure and outdoor sports...they wan to have fun and learn how to live outdoors." He realized that Scouting was a game with a purpose--a game in which the purpose of Scouting manifests itself today in the ideals and values found in the Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, the Scout Oath and Law, the Scout motto, and the Scout slogan.
Cub Scouting is a character-building institution that embraces the values of citizenship, compassion, cooperation, courage, faith, health and fitness, honesty, perseverence, positive attitude, resourcefulness, respect, and responsibilty. It is expected that boys in Scouting will not only have fun and experience adventure but will also accept Scouting's value system. High-quality leadership is the key to youth acquiring and internalizing the ideals and values of the Boy Scouts of America.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Pack 94 Newsletter - 9/18/2007
We would like to send out a special Thank You to everyone who volunteered at the Clothesline Fair.
Your time and effort helped make this fundraiser a success!
- Popcorn Fundraiser
This event is our largest fundraiser of the year! Kick-off will be September 25th. Please come expecting to have loads of fun! Your enthusiasm and motivation are a must as we get ready to... SELL POPCORN! - October Campout
This year's campout will be at Devil's Den State Park. We will be leaving Friday, October 12th at 6:00 p.m. and returning Sunday October 14th.
Camping fees will be $5 per family and food cost will be $5.00 per adult or child (including siblings) 5 years or older. Cub Scouts and children 4 years and younger will be paid for by the pack.
If you volunteered at the clothesline fair fundraiser, your camping fees and food cost will be paid for by the pack! - Pack Committee Meeting
Don't have time to be a Den Leader? Would you like to help the pack provide your son with a great scouting experience? Bring your fresh, new ideas to our next Pack Committee Meeting (Adult Planning Meeting)Date: September 23, 2007
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Place: Jim's Razorback Pizza in Prairie Grove
Agenda:- Popcorn Fundraiser Kickoff
- October Campout
- Food Committee
- Camp Committee
- Camp Activities
- Popcorn Fundraiser Kickoff

Requirements:
- Invite a boy to join cub scouts (cannot be a sibling).
- The boy must then fill out registration papers (join) and pay registration fees.
- The boy must then attend 4 den meetings and 2 pack meetings.
District Website: www.razorbackscouts.org - This website is a good source of information on events and activites in Benton, Madison, and Washington Counties.(training, camping, etc.) Prairie Grove Pack 94 is a part of the Razorback District.
Council Website: www.westarkbsa.org - Nestled in the foothills of the Ozarks, the Westark Area Council serves 17 counties in Northwest Arkansas. This website is a good source of information for forms and council calender. The Razorback District is a part of the Westark Area Council.
National Website: www.scouting.org - This is the definitive source for all things scouting. (uniforms, procedures, etc.) The Westark Area Council is a part of the National Council of Boy Scouts of America.
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