In addition to the events we hold regularly, there are several other exciting things which may be one-off events, summertime programs, or special games we rotate through over different years. Here's just a sample of some of the special events we've held.

Sports Night

In mid-December, the Pack usually rents an indoor sports field and play kickball, dodge ball, or other such sports. It's a chance for the pack to run around and get loud just before winter break.

Crab Soccer

Scampering around like a crab, on hands and stocking feet, kicking a 3' ball through goals made from cafeteria chairs. It's as exactly as fun (and chaotic!) as you'd expect.

Summertime Events

Just because the Pack slows down over the summer, Scouts don't have to. In addition to the local Summer camps, the pack encourages participation in locally-run scouting events throughout the summer. Scouts who attend one event in each of June, July, and August qualify for the Summertime Activity Award.

 

Some local summertime events include:

  • Sully District Bike Rodeo
  • Scout Nights at Potomac Nationals games
  • Centreville Movies Under the Stars
  • Pack events like Kickball or Scavenger Hunts

Raingutter Regatta

Styrofoam boats. Plastic sails. Race tracks made from raingutters. And sailing wind provided by...Scouts' lungs. Set up on the sidewalk in front of the school, makes for a great way to spend a spring evening.

Campfires

In addition to traditional Scout campfire programs at campouts, we've tried to have occasional campfires in area parks. These might include skits and songs, talks from invited guests, roasted hot dogs, or all of the above. And of course, marshmallows and s'mores!

Special Visitors

We've also had several special guests appear at Pack meetings, including:

  • Birds of Prey - Hawks, Falcons, and Owls
  • Rocket Scientists - talking about satellites and launch vehicles
  • Police Officers

and more!

Special Trips

As a pack, or as dens, we've visited many interesting locations in the area:

  • Fire Station
  • Police Station
  • Fairfax Police helicopter hanger
  • George Mason University Television Station
  • County Landfill and Recycling Center
  • Micron memory chip manufacturing facility