April 2022 Newsletter
Calendar of Events
Be sure to check Scoutbook for the latest updates to our calendar and to RSVP for events!
April 2022
Apr 04 – Den Meetings @ Church
Apr 11 – Den Meetings @ Church
Apr 14 – District Roundtable Meeting
Apr 15 – No Pack Committee Meeting
Apr 18 – No Meetings
Apr 25 – Den Meetings @ Church
Apr 29 – 2022-23 Committee Planning Meeting
Apr 30 – Potawatomi District Dinner
(*) denotes activities that require registration through the scoutingevent.com website
May 2022
May 02 – Den Meetings @ Church
May 09 – No Meetings
May 12 – District Roundtable Meeting
May 13 – No Pack Committee Meeting
May 16 – Den Meetings @ Church
May 21 – Cabin Campout (TBD)
May 22 – Cabin Campout (TBD)
May 23 – Pack Graduation @ Church
May 30 – Memorial Day Parade
(*) denotes activities that require registration through the scoutingevent.com website
June 2022
Jun 09 – District Roundtable Meeting
Jun 18 – Potential Pack Activity
Jun 19 – Potential Pack Activity
Jun 27 – Camp Rokilio Summer Resident Camp
Jun 28 – Camp Rokilio Summer Resident Camp
Jun 29 – Camp Rokilio Summer Resident Camp
(*) denotes activities that require registration through the scoutingevent.com website
Pack Masking Guidelines Update
Effective February 26, 2022, the Pack has updated its masking guidelines to be in compliance with the recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control, State of Illinois, Three Fires Council, Plano Schools, American Legion Post #395, and the First Baptist Church of Plano.
Currently, masks are optional at all meetings & activities, for youth and adults, regardless of vaccination status.
We remind all families that "A Scout is Kind" and that we should all show respect toward the decisions of individual families on when and how they choose to use masks. This policy will remain in effect until such time as the recommendations of the above agencies are updated again.
Newsletter Anniversary
It's already been one year since we introduced our monthly newsletter to summarize everything happening in the month! We are always looking for constructive feedback on how we can improve this communication tool. We hope that you find the monthly newsletter to be informative and useful!
2022-23 Planning Meeting
The Pack 317 Committee and Leadership team will meet on April 29th to prepare our program for the 2022-23 school year. Be sure to share any feedback with your child's Den Leader prior to this meeting so that we can consider it for the upcoming program year!
Summer Resident Camp at Camp Rokilio
The next payment due date for participants that are headed to Camp Rokilio from June 27-29, 2022, is on Monday, April 4th. Youth need to make a $50 payment and adults need to make a $40 payment. The final balance is due on May 2nd.
Webelos Resident Camp at the Rainbow Scout Reservation
Our older Scouts (entering 5th grade in the fall), can experience the Scouting program at a new level through the Webelos Resident Camp program. Get ready for a 4-day, 3-night overnight camping experience full of thrilling activities and awesome open programming. Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts can complete dozens of advancements and awards in the beautiful woods of Rainbow Scout Reservation in Morris, IL.
Exhilarating campfires, excellent staff, and endless fun can be expected when at camp. Resident camp is a great way to keep youth interested in the Scouting program and provides a good preview into the exciting world of Scouts BSA!
All Scouts are required to attend resident camp with a parent for the entire duration of camp.
Summer Day Camp at the Yorkville American Legion
Three Fires Council's Wild West Day Camp is at the Yorkville American Legion is from July 25-29, 2022. This is the closest location to our pack. Day Camp is an activity-based adventure for your Scout (and siblings) to enjoy. The emphasis is NOT on advancements, but on having fun and fellowship with your fellow Cub Scouts. Day Camp is recommended for Tigers, Wolves, and Bears. Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts should consider Summer Resident Camp instead.