Pack 179
a family pack serving Haddon Township, Collingswood, and Nearby Communities
Adventure Awaits!
Here are some of the exciting events we have coming up:
1
AOL & Webelo Winter Hike
February 8, 11am - Gloucester Township Community Park. This is part of the physical fitness requirements.
Map Coordinates: https://maps.app.goo.gl/PWzxddta2o7aEHih6
2
Lions Collingswood Firehouse Tour
February 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm - Tour the local firehouse and join in some activities to earn the Lion’s Roar belt loop.
3
Pinewood Derby
February 21 - Cub Scout event at Good Shepherd School, Collingswood, where participants build and race small, gravity-powered wooden cars from kits, competing for speed and design on a sloped track, fostering craftsmanship, sportsmanship, and family teamwork as they create cars from a block of pine, wheels, and axles.
9:00am - 11:00am - Early Car Check-In - opportunity to make final car adjustments to optimize functionality before the races.
3:00pm - 3:50pm - Standard Car Check-In - no time for car adjustments, just enter and get ready to race.
4:00pm - 8:00pm - Opening ceremony, Races, followed by Awards.
Snack stand available - pay with Cash or Venmo
We need volunteers in order to make the day a success! Please sign-up to bring snack stand donations or work a shift.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094CADA923A7F4CE9-61461299-pack#/
4
AoL Camping Trip
March 20 - 22 - More information to come.
5
PACK Outdoor Activity
March 21 - Pack event outdoors at camp. More information to come.
Our full calendar of events can be viewed here, please be aware it will evolve as more dates and adventures are added.
Who Can Join?
Cub Scouts is open to boys and girls in kindergarten through fifth grade. Each grade level is part of a "den" made up of Scouts in the same grade:
Lions (Kindergarten)
Tigers (1st Grade)
Wolves (2nd Grade)
Bears (3rd Grade)
Webelos (4th Grade)
Arrow of Light (5th Grade)
New Scouts can join at any grade level — no prior experience needed!
What Do We Do?
Scouting is full of exciting activities all year long. Here’s a taste of what Pack 179 does:
Monthly Pack Meetings and Den Meetings
Outdoor adventures like hiking and camping
Fun events like the Pinewood Derby, Raingutter Regatta, and Blue & Gold Banquet
Hands-on STEM activities, games, and crafts
Service projects that teach the value of giving back
Family events that make lasting memories
Why Join Pack 179?
At Pack 179, we focus on creating a supportive, inclusive environment where kids can:
Have fun while learning new things
Explore the outdoors through hikes, camping, and nature activities
Make new friends and build confidence
Earn achievements and be recognized for their efforts
Give back through service projects and community events
We also believe in strong family involvement — Cub Scouting is something you do with your child, not just for them. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate in meetings, outings, and leadership roles.