America 250 Update and Summer Time Fun
J Croom
Hi Pack 126 Families,
This is an exciting Summer for Scouting America and Pack 126. With the America 250 Celebration in Full Swing, Scouting America has been called on to assist with a variety of local and national Civic Events. Hopefully you can help participate in one of the events below. Our Unit will also be working this Fall on Scouting America’s Liberty in Action 250th Challenge. Learn more below.
Thank you,
J Croom
June 14, 2026 - Roaring Brook Township America 250 Flag Pole Dedication
Pack 126 has been invited to participate in the Flagpole Dedication Ceremony at Roaring Brook Park on Sunday, June 14, 2026 (Flag Day).
Location: Roaring Brook Park, Simmerson Road, Roaring Brook Township
Ceremony Time: 1:00 PM
Pack Arrival Time: 12:30 PM
All Scouts and leaders attending are asked to wear their full Class A uniform and arrive by 12:30 PM so we can assemble as a unit before the ceremony begins.
A community celebration and other activities will follow the dedication. Families who are unable to stay for the festivities should be able to depart by approximately 1:30 PM.
We hope to see many Pack 126 families at this special community event.
July 2, 2026 - America 250 Ceremony at the Minisink Lions Fireworks
Pack 126 has been invited to participate in a special America 250 Ceremony as part of the Minisink Lions Fireworks celebration on Thursday, July 2, 2026.
Location: North Pocono Football Stadium
Scout Arrival Time: 6:15 PM
Meeting Location: Behind the concession stand
Ceremony Time: 6:45–7:00 PM
The ceremony will include a traditional flag presentation along with historical elements recognizing America’s 250th anniversary.
Scouts who wish to participate are asked to wear their full Class A uniform and arrive by 6:15 PM so we can organize before the ceremony begins.
Scouts who need to leave after the presentation should be able to depart by approximately 7:15 PM.
We hope many of our Scouts and families will join us for this special community celebration.
This Fall - Liberty in Action: 250th Anniversary Challenge
Stay Tuned, this Fall Pack 126 will be doing the Liberty in Action: 250th Anniversary Challenge. Participating in events like the ones discussed in this newsletter will help you earn the unique award.
Summertime Fun Award
Cub Scouts can earn the Summertime Fun Adventure by participating in three Cub Scout activities between May and August.
All of the events featured in this newsletter count toward this award, making summer a great time to have fun and make progress on your adventures!
Information on how to record your participation and receive the award will be shared in August.
Other Upcoming Dates (More information to come)
July 24, 2026 - Moscow Parade
August 4, 2026 - Moscow National Night Out
August 7, 2026 - Pack Recruitment and Fundraising Event at the Caboose
August 19 & 20, 2026 - Pack Registration Nights at MEC