February Newsletter

Pack 195,

Get ready to celebrate! This February, we are marking a massive milestone: the 116th Anniversary of Scouting America! To honor over a century of character building and adventure, we’re throwing a banquet you won’t want to miss.

We are thrilled to welcome Austin from Council, who will be sharing an inspiring vision for “Scouting for All.” He’ll be pulling back the curtain on some brand-new, game-changing updates coming to Scouting this year!

A celebration this big needs a feast to match. Once again we will be having our legendary Potluck Banquet, and we need your help to make the table shine. Please sign up here to bring your favorite dish and help us fuel the fun!

Finally, we’ll cap off the night with a burst of energy as we join the Bear Den for our high-octane Annual Carnival! Games, prizes, and Scouting spirit await.

Cant wait to see you all there,

Cubmaster Matt

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Scout Law Highlight: Trustworthy

“A Scout tells the truth and keeps promises.”

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Scouting has always stood for character, community, and courage. But for many families today, the rising costs of extracurriculars can make these opportunities feel out of reach.

We are here to change that.

Scouting America is committed to “Scouting for All.” Through new scholarship initiatives, they can now provide direct financial support for:

• Council Registration Fees
• Official Uniforms
• Summer Camp Expenses

To keep our Pack strong and inclusive, we need your support. Join us after the Flag Ceremony for a brief discussion on how we are making sure no child is left behind.

If you are in need of help, please apply through the Cascade Pacific Council’s Financial Assistance webpage.

Nothing says Scouting tradition quite like a good old fashioned Potluck!

Have a family-favorite recipe that belongs on the table? We want it! Sign up now to bring a main, side dish or dessert and help us make this feast truly epic!

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Upcoming Events

February Pack Meeting

Scouts will Celebrate on a Friday this year for a special pack event, our annual Blue and Gold Banquet!!!

Host Den Bears please arrive at 5:30 PM to set-up.

Friday February 6th @ 6 PM R.A. Brown Middle School

Hiking Club

This is a harder level (5 miles) hike that will be hosted by Troop 615, who will be teaching map and compass skills. Cub scouts need to be able to hike 5 miles and be open to learning skills.

We’ll meet at 8:45am at the Birch Trailhead in Forest Park (which is a little further down the same NW 53rd Drive road that we parked on for our November hike). Expect forest trail terrain with some hills and have your rain gear along with your 6 essentials. Bring a sack lunch (remember, no nuts or sunflower seeds) and any snacks that your scout may need.

Feb 07, 2026 @ 08:45 AM

Forest Park – Birch Trailhead

Parent/Leader Meeting

All parents always welcome to join to stay better informed about the pack!

All leaders required to attend or send notes beforehand if unable to join the call.

Tuesday February 17th @7 PM on Discord

Email notes to scoutpack195@gmail.com.

NOVA / SuperNOVA

Nova

Feb 21, 2026 @ 12:00 PM at Shute Library

Putting the M in STEM by exploring the world of math! This time the NOVA Club is meeting for a longer session to earn the 123-GO Award in one meeting. Please note this meeting will require quite a bit of paper and pencil math, along with lengthy talking sessions.

We will begin in the Hughes Conference at the Shute Library, then use the last 45 minutes to walk to Jim’s Ice Cream across the street. Please send $5 with your scout, they will practice math by figuring out what they can get on their own.

Open to scouts Wolf rank and higher. Super Nova Award scouts required to attend.

Super Nova

Feb 24, 2026 @ 06:00 PM

Final meeting for Webelos/AOLs to present their projects.

Wolves/Bears listen to presentations and give peer reviews.

Winter Lodge

All Scouts and families are welcome to join Pack 195 for a fun snow day at Winter Lodge. Sledding, building snow people, and playing games inside the amazing Scouting America-owned lodge!

We only have 30 youth and 30 adult spots at this time, so please sign up ASAP if you want to attend.

Cost: $20 Person

Saturday March 7th @ 9 AM
Aubrey Watzek Lodge, Mt. Hood

RSVP REQUIRED

Summer Camps

Butte Creek

July 11 – 14 2026

LIONS, TIGERS, WOLVES!!! and BEARS? Butte Creek Scout Ranch offers some great fun and opportunities for the scouts to experience the more “Scoutier” activities. Our session will include BB guns, Archery, Campfire activities and Horseback riding. It is still unclear if fishing will be available this year.

Please sync up with Liz Brown for meetup times to carpool into Butte Creek. The entire party must arrive together.

Baldwin

Aug 2 – 7 2026

It has been decided, This year Webelos will be attending CAMP BALDWIN! This is very exciting as the camp program offers some really great adventures some of the younger scouts haven’t had the opportunity to participate in.

Please sync up with Stephen Thaxton for meetup times to carpool into Baldwin. The entire party must arrive together.

All Scouts and Parents MUST have medical forms parts A, B AND C. Part C should be done well in advance as it takes a visit to your doctor. Please do not wait until the last minute.