Pack 101
of Blairsville, GA
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District Blog
NEW Merit Badge Counselor Night on Zoom Sunday At 7
Incomplete merit badges keep Scouts from earning a badge and sometimes rank. Given an opportunity to present a merit badge requirement online gives a Scout an easy chance to advance. So, we would like to introduce Merit Badge Counselor, MBC, Night. On...
Edward Lacey’s History With Scouting In Gilmer County
Looking back over my almost 50 years of scouting, one thing I’ve noticed (and been jealous of so to speak) is that the most successful troops know and pay honor to their history. I think that this is one reason why BSA came up with the Scout Lore merit badge – because...
Exciting 2022 Program Preview Info and Instagram
Hello, my name is David Grubb. I am your webmaster and your new District Representative. Here’s an update on the District Award of Merit, summer camp, program preview and our new Instagram account @negamountaindistrict District
22 Spring Camporee Survivors, Competitors, & Awards.
The 2022 Spring camporee staff, Troop 125 and 440, did an amazing job last weekend at the Redneck Games.
Hiking, Bird Feeder Building, Endangered Animal Presentations, & Movies!
A small brave group of Cub Scouts gathered for the first District NOVA event. On Saturday, April 23rd the Cub Scouts of Pack 440 arrived at The Craddock Center for an overnight, action-packed weekend.
Upcoming 2022 Spring Camporee Preparations
April 2nd, Troop 440 began on-site preparations for the upcoming camporee. Register online.
Philmont First Steps To An Ultimate Goal
On March 26 and 27, seven younger scouts (largely 12-year-olds) took the first step toward a Philmont Trek in 2024 with a backpacking trip on the AT (Appalachian Trail).
2022 Pinewood Derby Results
Pack 440 first ever Pinewood derby race at The Craddock Center in Cherry Log.
Ronalds’ Eagle Scout Project For Mountain Light
Ronald Sturgis, age 13, Ellijay GA, BSA Troop 440 Eagle Scout Project was a great success. We had 8 volunteers the first day and 11 volunteers the second day. This project transformed an overgrown weed area between buildings into a beautiful prayer and meditation garden.
2022 Scout Banquet Recap
The 2022 Scout recognition banquet was celebrated Saturday, March 12th, 2022. Parker, our master of ceremonies, lead us through an evening of recognition and celebration. Jeremy Bruce single-handedly prepared and served our meals for the evening. Arrow Of Light...