We had a BLAST on the Sub! Fun was had by all abord the USS Coiba, a real WWII submarine located in Manitowoc WI. Our overnight program included a dive simulation, patch designing, and finding items in pictures throughout the ship. We had a guided tour on Friday night, free access to the Wisconsin Maritime Museum on Saturday morning.

So, how much sap does it take to make a gallon of syrup? - A LOT!!! We had a great time making Maple Syrup at the Bergshultz maple tree farm. A big thank you goes to Bob and Lynn for hosting our pack, and for showing us the syrup making process. They even let us try some! Mmmmmm..... We also give a big shout-out to Marble the cat, for making us feel so welcome.

Congratulations to the scouts of Pack 3843, for another strong showing at this years Blue and Gold Banquet. Our advancment rate was nearly 100% again this year, and I couldn't be prouder of my boys! Of course, this could not be possible without the guidance and support of our scout parents, and for that I thank you! A big thank you goes to the leaders and parents who helped us set up and clean up for this year's banquet. All of the skits were great, but can honestly say I have never seen a group of tiger scouts more excited to get their patches!

Congratulations to Hunter V. for taking 1st Place in our 2010 Pinewood Derby! Second place went to Hunter H, and third went to Nate H. "Best of Show" went to Austin S, the "Scout Spirt" award went to Joe D, and the "Most Creative Design" award went to Cordell P. Everyone did really well this year, and I was proud to see all the work that went into the cars this year. This year was very competative! Parents - if you would like a copy of the results, send me an e-mail.

The blessings of good friends is one of the greatest gifts anyone could ask. Pack 3843 throughout the years has become my second family. Cub Scouts are to learn to do a good turn and all of you definitely have! Thank you for your prayers, your help and the thoughtfulness of a gift card drive for me, Harrison and Maggie. The generousity shown to us, truly helped us this Christmas season. Thank you and may God bless you this upcoming Christmas season and through the upcoming year!

It has happened so many years now, that it become tradition a in Oostburg. The November Pack Meeting means its time to throw pies at the leaders, so thats what we did! 23 Cool Whip containers became 68 pies, and they were all thrown at Popcorn Kernel Jeff and I. Of course, it made a MESS! Thanks to everyone who helped with the meeting, especially those who stayed and helped clean up afterward!

American Legion Post 286, Boy Scout Troop 843, and Pack 3843 would like to give thanks to everyone in the Oostburg and Hingham area who supported our "Scouting For Food" food drive this year. Without the generous donations of people in the community, the success of this event could not be possible. Of course, this event would never happen if it would not be for the efforts of many people from the Legion, the Troop and the Pack. As always, the food collected will go to the food bank in the Oostburg Legion Hall, and will benefit needy families in our area.

Any idea what is located at N 43° 39.878 W 087° 49.272? Well, it was the location of our September Pack meeting! Everyone got a taste of Geocaching, with Den Leader Logan going over the basics of the hobby. We then split up into groups and found our own Caches with delicious treats inside! We ended with a campfire and smores, and then more awards than I have ever seen! For more information on Geocaching, visit geocaching.com.

The 2009 Webelos Camp went GREAT! Almost everyone who attended earned their Forrester and Outdoorsman Webelos Pins, their Outdoor Activity Award, and a few even earned a beltloop too! Plus, everyone who stayed overnight satisfied a requirement for their Arrow of Light badge. The weather was a little chilly at night, but no rain and plenty of sun during the day. I had fun, I hope you all did too!

We have returned from the Castle, and we had a BLAST!! The weather was warm but dry, and everything went well. I would like to thank our camp adult leaders Mr. Fry, Den Leader Logan and Den Leader Dominique for joining us at camp. Also, I would like to thank the scouts who attended camp this year. You guys were GREAT!

We saw a great game on Thursday night! Unfortunately, the A's got beat, but it was very close most of the game. The rain stayed away, and players even signed some baseballs for us after the game was over!

The results are in from the 2009 Raingutter Regatta, and Hunter H. took first place! Austin S. took second, and Braxton H. took third. Best of show went to Travis S. Congratulations to all of the boys who made boats, they all looked GREAT! Also, thanks to all the adults and leaders who helped us set up and take down this event.

All of the boxes have been collected, and all of the items have been sorted and delivered to Wisconsin We Care in Milwaukee. All in all we collected 131 items for the troops! Our donations should be delivered to our troops in time for Valentines day. Thanks to everyone who donated, and to the scouts and den leaders who handled the collection boxes!

Well, we did it. I have never been colder in my life! I would like to thank Committee Chairperson Jane for all of her help the day of the dip. I would also like to thank my family and Dave's family for being there when we came out of the water. Finally, I would like to thank all of the scouts who showed up to help cheer us on!! If you click here, you can see Dave and I in the picture. Can you find us?

Our overnight trip to the EAA was GREAT!! I hope everyone had fun, and maybe even learned something. A big thank you goes to the EAA Museum and their staff for putting on a great program! Also, many thanks to the adults who went along and to the parents who drove us to Oshkosh and back.

Well it didn't look like it was going to work out in the begining, but then we struck "Ash Seed Gold" later in the morning! Overall, the scouts collected about 2500 seeds from 5 different trees! Special thanks to Mr. Charlie Mayhew for letting us come out and do this project on his land, and thanks to the parents who went walking with us! Want to learn more? Check out Wisconsin's Emerald Ash Borer Resource website.