Welcome to all our new families joining Pack 744! We’re thrilled to have you as part of our Cub Scout family and can’t wait to share an exciting year of fun and exciting adventures.
Volunteers Needed!
Our Pack thrives because of the incredible involvement of families like yours! Whether you’re interested in being a Den Leader, Committee Member, or just lending a hand with an upcoming Pack event or Den activity, we have a spot for you. Your time and talents help create unforgettable experiences for our Scouts. Reach out to us if you can help!
Medical Forms
As a Pack, we prioritize safety in all our activities by adhering to the Guide to Safe Scouting. One of its crucial requirements is maintaining Medical Forms for every youth and adult participating in Cub Scout events.
These forms are essential for ensuring proper care in case of emergencies and are securely maintained by the Pack.
We kindly request all families to submit their completed Medical Forms (Parts A and B) to the Pack as soon as possible.
October Theme: Outdoors & Camping
This month, we’re embracing the great outdoors! Each Den will work on exciting outdoor-themed Adventures as we gear up for the Creepy Hollow Camporee—our first campout of the year.
Here are the Adventures each grade-level Den will work on:
- Lion (Kindergarten): Mountain Lion
- Tiger (1st Grade): Tigers in the Wild
- Wolf (2nd Grade): Paws on the Path
- Bear (3rd Grade): Bear Habitat
- Webelos (4th Grade): Webelos Walkabout
- Arrow of Light (5th Grade): Outdoor Adventurer
Creepy Hollow Camporee – October 19 & 20
We’re excited to kick off our first Pack campout of the year at the Creepy Hollow Camporee at Cub Adventure Camp in Goochland, VA!
Whether you’re staying overnight or just joining for the day, the Camporee promises a weekend full of fall fun and Halloween-themed activities. Highlights include BB shooting, archery, fishing, a haunted house, crafts, a costume contest, and much more. And, of course, we’ll have plenty of s’mores for Scouts to roast over the campfire at our Pack campsite.
- Date: October 19-20
- Location: Cub Adventure Camp (1723 Maidens Rd., Maidens, VA, 23102)
- Cost: $20 per person (plus meal costs)
- Meals: We’ll be cooking as a Pack at our campsite.
Please note Medical Forms Parts A and B are required to attend this event.
Halloween Trunk or Treat – October 29th
It’s time to get into the Halloween spirit! Join us for our annual Trunk or Treat event. Cub Scouts and friends are invited to dress in their costumes and enjoy a spooky-fun evening.
- Date: October 29th at 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Greenwood UMC (10040 Greenwood Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
- What to Bring: We encourage families to decorate a trunk for the event.
We can’t wait to see your creative decorations and costumes.
Additional Activities
While the Creepy Hollow Camporee is our main Pack event for October, there are plenty of other exciting community and Scouting activities for your family to enjoy:
Blessing of the Animals
Hosted by Greenwood United Methodist Church, all pets (or their photos) are welcome to receive a special blessing. Enjoy a photo booth, fish-naming contest, and pet treats for a fun-filled morning!
- • Date: October 5th, 10:00 am
- • Location: Greenwood UMC (10040 Greenwood Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
Heart of Virginia Council Glow 5K Trail Run & Kids 1-Miler
Light up the night at Cub Adventure Camp! This glow-in-the-dark race takes you on an all-terrain course under the stars. Stick around for S’mores by the campfire after the race, and all kids in the 1-miler will receive a medal at the finish line.
- Date: October 5th
- 5:00 pm Check-In
- 6:30 pm Kids 1-Miler Start
- Location: Cub Adventure Camp (1723 Maidens Rd, Maidens, VA 23102)
- Cost: $20/youth participant
Greenwood United Methodist Church Fall Festival
The Greenwood UMC’s annual Fall Festival includes a famous Brunswick Stew sale, silent auction, yard sale, and much more. Pre-order your stew early—once it’s gone, it’s gone!
- Date: October 26th, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Location: Greenwood UMC (10040 Greenwood Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23060)
October is an action-filled month for Cub Scouts and their families. From outdoor adventures to fun community events, there’s something for everyone. If you have any questions or can help in anyway, don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for being an essential part of Pack 744 and for helping us create unforgettable experiences for our Scouts.
See you at our upcoming events!