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Webelos Duty to God Service Project

Posted on March 24, 2018
by Adrian

When our Webelos 2 Den set out to complete their Duty to God in Action adventure, they wanted to do a service project that was a little different.

With the help of their adult leaders, they create a plan to collect and distribute needed supplies for some of the homeless community in Philadelphia.

In early March, the Scouts collected various supplies like toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouth wash, toilet paper, hand wipes, sock and snacks. These supplies were packed into about 30 individual Ziploc bags.

On Saturday, March 24th, the Scouts got to work today at Suburban Station at 17th and JFK. Together with their parents, they distributed water bottles and the Ziploc bags to some of the homeless people in the station. The Den chose this area because it is a heavily populated area with homeless people; they usually use this station as a place to keep warm on colder days.They quickly learned that they did not have nearly enough bags, but they were happy to help those they could. The Den handed out additional water bottles where they could.

Additionally, one of the adult leaders purchased a few copies of the “One Step Away” newspaper to share with the Scouts. This is a street paper that is sold by homeless people, created as an income means for them.

Our Webelos Den did a good job handing out the supplies and communicating with the people. A few commuters stopped by to thank us for our service. Afterwards, the Den took a bit to reflect on the reactions from the service. All of the Scouts and their parents were truly shocked, and overwhelmed, with the amount of people who needed help. Our Scouts realized that with more participation, perhaps with the whole Pack, more people could have been helped.

At the end of the day, it was a successful program, and the people did thank us for taking the time out to care about them.  Our Scouts indeed learned a lot that day about how to best help the members in their own community, and how that relates specifically to their Duty to God.



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2018 Flag Retirement Ceremony

Posted on March 17, 2018
by Adrian

Our Scouts conducted a Flag Retirement Ceremony at Gorgas Park. This is part of our Troop and Pack’s ongoing commitment to honoring our Flag, resulting in the retirement of over 10,000 United States Flags.

Cub Scouts from Pack 334, Boy Scouts from Troop 334, leadership from both units, and local parental volunteers helped in the ceremony.




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What about Cub Scouts? Stop by our Open House

Posted on September 16, 2017
by Adrian

Cub Scout Pack 334 is Calling All 1st to 5th Grade Boys

Local Roxborough Cub Scout Pack 334 (Philadelphia, PA) will be hosting an Open House for the community on Friday, September 22, 2017, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Stop by to learn about the exciting year we have planned and find out if Scouting is right for your son. There will be snacks and games and activities for all who attend, and parents will have a dedicated space to speak with our Cubmaster and have all of your questions answered.

Why Cub Scouts?

Your son can join our active and well-established Cub Scout pack, where he’ll have the opportunity to participate in games, activities, camping, hiking, arts & crafts, leadership opportunities, service projects, and more.

You’ll have the opportunity to see your son grow and interact with other boys his age, to watch him celebrate new achievements, and witness him develop a sense of teamwork and belonging.

Cub Scouting with Pack 334 is for boys in the first through fifth grades, or 7 to 10 years of age. Boys who are older than 10, or who have completed the fifth grade, can no longer join Cub Scouting, but they may be eligible to join our Boy Scouting program.

Open House

Location: Leverington Presbyterian Church, 6301 Ridge Avenue (across from Gorgas Park)
Date & Time: Friday, September 22, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
Questions: Contact Cubmaster Jeff Wong with any questions at (267) 738-4026 or jeffrey.k.wong@L3T.com

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Philadelphia Cub Scouts Get Back to Nature

Posted on April 9, 2017
by Adrian

After a run of cold and dreary weather, Philadelphia finally got a sunny and pleasant Saturday, and our local Cub Scouts didn’t waste it.

Nine Bear Cubs and two Wolf Cubs from Pack 334, led by their Den Leader — and supported by one of their Assistant Den Leaders, two parents, and a grandparent — dusted off their hiking boots and hit the trails.

The boys showed up in uniform in on-time at The Schuylkill Center, located in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. Each carried their backpack with their Cub Scout Six Essentials carefully packed.

Our Bear Cubs were working on their Fur, Feathers, and Ferns Adventure, while our Wolf Cubs were working on their Paws On The Path Adventure. We assigned Buddies, reviewed the Center’s Visitor Rules and Guidelines, as well as the Scout Oath and the Scout Law. We checked our gear, filled up our water bottles, and reviewed the map.

And we had a quick chat about how some days we are better at listening and following directions than others, and that this day needed to be one of the better days.

Then, with high spirits, beautiful weather, and after a quick stop to explore the Visitor Center, our Scouts set out to tackle the Center’s most challenging trail: the Ravine Loop.

The Ravine Loop is 1.0 miles long and is estimated to take 60 minutes to complete. It is known for crisscrossing a spring-fed stream with several rustic bridges… as well as for some steep slopes and tricky climbs. The loop also passes several ponds, the wetlands, Penn’s Native Acres, and the Center’s oldest sections of forest.

Our Scouts found several freshwater aquatic insects, some frogs, some tadpoles, and even a brave little dragonfly.

The descent into the ravine sure was fun and led to several breathtaking spaces that felt as far from urban city life as you could get. Ascending, on the other hand, was a littler more strenuous than some of our Scouts expected. Everyone just cinched up their backpacks, took a deep breath, found a smile, and kept putting one foot in front of the other.

After all, a Scout is Cheerful… so long as there are enough breaks for snacks and water.

And some more breaks…

There was no rush; the goal was to experience as much of the old woods as we could. After discovering some homesteader ruins from the 1890s, our Cubs climbed a long, steep run of roughly hewn stone steps, and just like that they were back at the start point! One mile completed, wilderness explored, memories made.

Although Pack 334 kept busy during the winter months, it is a Saturday like this one that reminds us just how unique Scouting is, how fortunate we are to live in a city full of hidden natural treasures, and how breaking a sweat and physically challenging yourself with friends can build bonds that last a lifetime.

Three cheers for our intrepid Bear and Wolf Cubs!

Cub Scouting with Philadelphia’s Pack 334 is for boys in the first through fifth grades or 7 to 10 years of age. Our Cub Scouts usually meet every Friday at 7:00 pm. You are welcome to stop by and visit during a meeting, talk with our leadership, and have your son experience a night of Scouting. If you are interested in learning more about our program in person, just let us know when you’d like to stop by.

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334 Proud

Posted on January 30, 2017
by Adrian

I am an active Pack and Troop 334 Committee member and I am also a Girl Scout Leader. While at Daniel Boone Camp (a co-ed camping weekend), that 334 was not on, I started up a conversation with the leaders of a Boy Scout Troop from the far northeast. These two young men had just jumped in to help a newly handicapped leader. They talked about dreams they had for their troop and what they hoped they could offer the boys. Myself and two other Girl Scout leaders were wearing our matching troop shirts and that started the guys on the thought of how they would like that for their boys. One of them said, “Last summer we were at Resica Falls and there was this troop that had these red shirts with a logo and matching hats with where they were from. Even the leaders had matching shirts. They looked so put together and like a troop, even in class B uniforms.” I started laughing. I described the logo and the hat and the guys said “Yes, yes that’s them!” They were talking about Troop 334. Rescia is only in the Pocono’s but the troops that camp there are from all over the USA and sometimes further. I had great pride in being able to say that was my Troop 334! Like Roberto Clemente says “When I put on my uniform, I feel I am the proudest (wo)man on earth.”

— Mary Ann Dunn, wife, mother, and Committee Member for Boy Scout Troop 334 and Cub Scout Pack 334

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A Scout is Reverent and Loyal

Posted on January 30, 2017
by Adrian

When I a young scout my grandfather passed away. I was really close to him. The night of the viewing the funeral home doors opened and all of Troop 334 reverently marched in. Each scout and leader in full uniform, they processed to our family, shared their sympathies and courteously marched back out. Their loyalty and respect was so helpful at that time, they gave me the strength to make it through that heartbreak. Those moments will forever remain with me.

— Jeremy, Eagle Scout, Boy Scout Troop 334

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Friends for Life

Posted on January 30, 2017
by Adrian

I was in Pack and Troop 334 my entire scouting life. I became friends with many of my fellow scouts. Treasure Island was our “go to camp”. One of my fellow 334 scouts who was a few years older than me was on staff at the camp. I got a call that another scout from a different troop who was working there had to leave early and needed coverage. I jumped on the chance to be a part of TI. I packed and arrived within days, everyone was welcoming and I made friends from all over the world. The scout I was covering for returned and the three of us spent the last few days of camp together. TI is long gone but those friends remain. Over 10 years ago we met, we’ve moved on to colleges, jobs, other states and to this day we are the best of friends. All because of scouting.

— J.D.

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