Why I Love Scouting
By J.T. Miller Editor’s Note: Young Mr. Miller is a Life Scout with Troop 70 and is a Pennsauken resident. He’s working on his Communications Merit Badge and submitted an article for the paper. We’re happy to share his submission….
Cub Scouts Hold Pinewood Derby, Blue And Gold Banquet, Plan Spring Events
By Mary Anne McFarland Editor’s note: We’ve been made aware of an error in the print edition of this article. We’ve corrected it in the online version and apologize for any confusion this may have caused. In January, Cub Scouts…
Share Your Good Fortune To Help Those In Need
By Mary Anne McFarland The Scouts of Pennsauken will be collecting non-perishable food items as they walk in the 37th annual Pennsauken Holiday Parade, held along Westfield Ave. on Saturday, Nov. 25 at 11:00 a.m. Not only will they be…
“Who Let The Dogs Out?” Theme Tied Into Service Projects
By Mary Anne McFarland Each year, Cub Scout Pack 116 picks an annual theme, which is used throughout the year at den and Pack meetings. Theme-related craft activities and decorations help make the Cubs’ annual Blue and Gold banquet more…
Pennsauken Scouts Lose Dedicated Leader, Friend
By Mary Anne McFarland On Saturday, April 1, 2017 after being injured at work, Michael Whelan, Jr., a dedicated leader with Boy Scout Troop 118 and Cub Scout Pack 116, passed away from his injuries.
Pennsauken’s McFarland Receives Life Achievement Award From Boy Scouts
Mary Anne McFarland, a lifelong Pennsauken resident, has received the Life Achievement Award from the White Horse District of the Boy Scouts of America, which serves all of Camden County, NJ, as well as its 37 municipalities.
Cub Scouts Prepare For New Year Of Adventure
Pack 119 will hold its annual membership carnival for boys ages 5–11 on Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m., at the gymnasium of Martin Luther Christian School, 4106 Terrace Ave. Parking is on the Baker Ave. side of the building. The carnival…
Troop 118 Lays Wreath On Tomb Of Unknown Soldier
Despite the torrential rain which could normally dampen spirits, the scouts of Troop 118 braved the weather and participated in two wreath laying ceremonies at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The rain stopped long enough for them to do…