Leader Peter Cook interviewed Dan Cook and Byron Guthrie when they advanced from Tiger Cub to Wolf Cub.Peter: Guys, what were your favorite Cub Scout activities this year?
Byron: I liked the Raingutter Regatta and the Pinewood Derby. {In
the Raingutter Regatta, each scout builds a little sailboat and races
it down a water-filled raingutter. In the Pinewood Derby, scouts build
race cars from pine blocks and race them down a track. Both are
exciting, fun, learning events where everyone ends up a winner.}
Dan:
I liked those too, and also being in the Woodmoor parade and watching
movies together. And especially going camping at Cunningham Falls.
Byron: Yeah, camping together was great. Cub Scouts really like nature.
Peter: What would you say to your friends about why they should join Pack 248?
Byron:
It’s really fun, we do lots of great outdoor things, and when we do the
Pinewood Derby and the Raingutter Regatta it doesn’t matter who wins –
it’s just fun. And you learn lots, and there’s always more to learn.
Dan:
You get to go camping and earn medals, go on hikes, and have lots of
fun together. And no matter what happens you’re with friends who like
you.
{This
year’s advancement ceremony, where Scouts move up through the ranks,
took place during Pack 248’s family camping trip at Cunningham Falls
State Park. The ceremony was followed by s’mores.}
Peter: OK, boys, last question. How did you feel when you advanced from Tiger Cub to Wolf Cub?
Dan: I felt proud! And happy. A little sad not to be a Tiger Cub anymore, but mainly happy.
Byron:
Me, too. I also felt a little embarrassed being watched by a lot of
people. And a little annoyed because rain was pouring down on my head. (Laughs.)
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