St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School

Cub Scout Pack 523 went to the North Carolina mountains to Sky Top Orchard. Father Pat let us take the bus for the trip, which was a lot of fun. We stopped on the way up and had some lunch. Two boys were even able to finish a Monster Burger!

When we got to the orchard, we took a hayride through the orchard and animal pens. The boys all enjoyed eating apples from the orchard and playing on the playground. Special thanks to Bus Driver Dan. The trip was lead by Cubmaster Norm, Dan Krick and Eagle Scout Armando Krick.

(Written by Cubmaster Norm.)

Pack 523 spent the day at The World of Energy’s annual Hunting and Fishing Day on October 1. Everyone had a blast, as we got to shoot bow and arrows, BB guns, visit a virtual shooting gallery, and participate in a virtual fishing experience. We learned about nature, animals, the environment, how energy is made and much more! Lunch was spent at a tailgate – we enjoyed eating Duke sandwiches and sides! The trip was lead by Cubmaster Norm, Asst. Cubmaster Michael, and dad Darry.

(Submitted by Cubmaster Norm.)

Pack 523 started the year on August 26 with a night out at the ballgame. Fourteen boys went to see the Greenville Drive defeat the Augusta Green Jackets. We all enjoyed the game and the fireworks afterward. As a special surprise, we had box seats, which were donated by the Spinx Company, from the Spinx and Kids program. Thank you Stewart Spinks and all you do for our community! Also, a big thank you to Serve One Process Serving for the food!

The outing was lead by Cubmaster Norm, Asst. Cubmasters Stu and Michael, and Pack Mother Pam.

(Submitted by Cubmaster Norm.)

In late May, Cub Scout Pack 523 went on their last outing of the year: an overnight camping trip at Devils Fork at Lake Jocassee. We had fun hanging out with nature, swimming in the lake, and staying up way too late! We wrapped up the the trip at 12:00 Mass at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. The trip was lead by Cubmaster Norm, Pack Mom Pam, Assistant Cubmaster Michael and Eagle Scout Rob.

Happy summer vacation, everyone!

Cub Scout Pack 523 went for a hike at Paris Mountain State Park in late March. Some rain did not stop the boys from a two-mile hike through the woods. Back at the shelter, the cubs enjoyed a lunch of Duke sandwiches, trail mix and fruit. For dessert, the guys enjoyed some Girl Scout cookies! Everyone had a great time and went home to a hot shower. Thanks to Stu Franklin Construction for supplying the lunch.

(Submitted by Cubmaster Norm.)

Cub Scout Pack 523 attended the Furman vs. Appalachian State basketball game on Saturday, January 29th. Twelve cubs enjoyed the game and unlimited refreshments.

Furman won the game and everyone had a good time! The pack was led by Cubmaster Norm, Assistant Cubmaster Michael and Den Leader Megan Littlefield. Special thanks to Stu Franklin Construction for sponsoring our outing.

(Submitted by Cubmaster Norm Snyder.)

Pack 523 went to Flat Rock Grille at Cherrydale on November 6th to learn about restaurants and manners. John Long, owner of the restaurant, lead the group through the kitchen and cooking area with lots of interesting facts about preparing and cooking food in a restaurant. The boys then sat down for a short lesson on table manners, and got to put the lesson to use, as they ordered and ate a great lunch meal.

Each boy earned his Good Manners belt loop. Quinton Greggs earned a cub scout belt for showing the best manners on the outing. Special thanks to John Long and the Flat Rock Grille for sponsoring our outing!

- Cubmaster Norm Snyder