Cub Scout Pack 196

Webelos I, Den 2 recently had the distinct pleasure to host several servicemen from the Willow Grove Naval Air Station at their den meeting. The visitors demonstrated the proper way to fold the American flag. The visit made it into the Willow Grove Naval Air Station Newsletter!

"NAS JRB Willow Grove Supports Local Cub Scouts with Flag Folding Demo

Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Robert Powers and Lance Cpl. Kevin Martin of the Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department here demonstrated the proper procedures in folding the American flag to Cub Scout Pack 68, Bedminster, Pa. The history of the flag, combined with folding, raising, lowering and retiring the flag, are essential in the scouts’ pursuit of their citizenship in the world badge.

U.S. Navy photo by Aviation Electronics Technician 3rd Class Samuel Simeon."

Here's the article as it appeared in the WGNAS Newsletter (click on image for a larger view).

To read the entire Will Grove Naval Air Station Newsletter, download it here.

Several of the boys: Aidan C., Joseph P., Nicky P., Brandon T., Joshua T., and Garrett L., went to High Performance Gymnastics in Chalfont, PA to participate in a Gymnastics Belt Loop workshop. Carter L. and Patrick C. were also present, but did not participate in the activities (but had a great time watching)! Check out a few pictures from the event.

The boys stretched, watched several demonstrations by the very skilled boys and girls at high Performance, and then went through a series of exercises and activities.

Some favorites were the rings, pommel horse, tumbling mat, and of course, the HUGE trampoline! It really takes some strength to do those things! If anyone has the chance, we highly recommend the facilities at High Performance Gymnastics (http://highperformancegymnastics.com/)

On Monday December 1st, several scouts visited the Bucks County courthouse to learn a bit about local government for the Citizen badge.

Ann Machesic conducted a wonderful tour where the boys were able to see "behind the scenes", learn how the judicial system works, and even sit in the jury box!

We've also heard from several sources that the boys were VERY WELL BEHAVED and represented Pack 196 well. Great job boys!