Partner School: Ed White Elementary
Most of the 40 Scouts in Pack 389 come from Ed White, Bay, Robinson, and Bay Area Charter. Of course, boys from any school are welcome to join.
NOW REGISTERING FOR 2012 - 13!!! 
Next Big Event. . .
Learn to Fish at Galveston Island State Park (May 19th)
Welcome to all the new Scouts and Parents of Pack 389!!!
JOIN CUB SCOUTS!!!
BOYS WHO ARE IN
K THROUGH 4th GRADE
CAN JOIN NOW . . .
IN ORDER TO ATTEND TWILIGHT CAMP!!!
Contact us at the phone # or e-mail below and we can arrange a time and place to meet you to fill out your Registration Forms.
Contact Us: 713-410-7742 or Pack389@gmail.com
JOIN US FOR THE FOLLOWING EVENTS:
May 17th: Spring Registration at Seabrook Community House
May 19th: Fishing at Galveston Island State Park
June 11th - 15th: Bayshore District Twilight Camp
June 16th: Scout Day with the Houston Dynamo
News:
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Galveston Island State Park, May 19th: Appromixately 15 Scouts and family members went down to Galveston Island State Park for a Learn to Fish Event. The participants practiced casting, learned how to tie fishing knots and rig a pole, as well as rules, regulations, and fish habitat. All the kids who were there went home with 'Door Prizes' which included robs and reels and fishing tackle.
Seabrook Community House, May 17th: The Scouts came out for another fun Pack Meeting. At this event, the Scouts made an personalized their Bucket Seats for Twilight Camp. Thanks to Glenn, Brian, and Johh for doing the basic work on the materials for making the cushions.
Taylor Lake Village Park, April 21st: Approximately 100 Scouts and family members came out for a Cook Out and to see their Scouts recieve their rank advancements for this year. The Scout recieved their awards around the camp fire and were 'painted' by a contigent of Girl Scouts. In addition, the Pack welcomed a group of New Tigers during a new-scout induction ceremony. Prior to the cook out the Scouts worked on Map & Compass skills and First Aid. Many of the Scouts and Adults camped out in the park after roasting marshmallow around the fire.
Reliant Arena, April 14th: P389 set up a booth a the Sam Houston Area Council annual Scout Fair. The booth theme was the 'Texas Badge', and the both included the 'Six Flags Over Texas'. Volunteers helped boys work through the majority of requirements for the Texas Badge, which include: drawing the 'Six Flags Over Texas', learning the state symbols, singing 'Texas, Our Texas', and identifying famous Texans.
Ed White Elementary, April 14th: 16 Scouts and Adult Leaders came out to participate in the Habitat Work Day at the school, which was part of grant from Lyondell to make improvements. The boys and adults spent the majority of their time working in the Habitat. Work included cleaning out beds, removing branches, and pruning a variety of plants. In addition, some of the boys did some planting along with the 2nd grade Girl Scouts who were there.
El Lago, April 7th: A number of Scouts attended the El Lago Easter Egg Hunt and celebration in the Park. They filled their Easter Baskets and had great time. In March Adult volunteers from the Pack helped to fill Easter Eggs at El Lago City Hall.
Seabrook, March 31st: 10 Scouts, as well as a number of siblings and parents, came out for the annual Trash Bash Service Project. The boys cleaned up the trail and stream next to the Eavelyn Meador Library and then proceeded to clean the trails around Meador park.. The Scouts who participated fulfilled one of the requirements relateed to the Leave No Trace Awards, as well as a variety of rank requirements and electives.
Toyota Center, March 30th: Approximately 50 Scouts, siblings, and parents came out the Houston Rockets game for P389's Annual Benchwarmers game. Approximately 20 Scouts got to sit on the bench and interact with the players during pre-game warm ups. Luis Scola and Marcus Morris came over to talk to the boys and even let a few Scouts take som shots. After this the Scouts watched the Rockets defeat the Grizzlies 98 to 89. Special Thanks to our friends at the Rockets. Kersondra and Cathy . . . You're AWESOME!!!
TLV Park, March 24th: Approximatly 60 people came out for the Spring Fun Day in the Park / Camp Out!. In the afternoon, the boys learned Scout skills such as putting up a dining fly and what goes in a back pack. After this they retired to the pier, where they went crabbing until dinner time. As usual, Glenn, Ron, Karen, and Mike prepared an awesome dinner consisting of taco, rice, beans, and pico de gallo. As the sun began to set, the fire pits were prepared and John led everyone in a Flag retirement ceremony for two flags -- the adults kept vigil on this fire through the night. Following this, the boys recieved awards and preceeded to prepare Smores on the 2nd fire pit.
McNair Park, Feb 25th: Approximately 60 people came out for the Pinewood Derby and Cook out. The Scouts, siblings, and adult leaders built and raced their cars -- special thanks to our friends at P737 for providing the track. In addition, the boys also 'crashed' their cars on the P389 Crash Track. Finally, everyone in attendance enjoyed a nice dinner of Steak Shish Kabobs, Specialty Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, and Baked Potatoes prepared by Cubmaster and Head Cook Glenn. Thanks to Brian, Glenn and all their committee members for a great event.
Armand Bayou Nature Center, Feb 18th: Scouts from the Tiger and Wolf Dens attended the 3rd Sunday in Nature presentation at Armand Bayou Nature Center. As part of this activity, they made and help distribute prairie grass seed balls on the prairie. In addition, the Tigers had a guided hike, as well as a number of other activities planned by the Nature Center staff.
Seabrook Community House, Feb 9th: The Pack held it's 2nd Bobcat Ceremony of the year at the Seabrook Community House. The Pack welcome another 12 Scouts who either missed the first Bobcat Ceremony or joined since November. Following the ceremony, the boys were treated to a presentation on Scouting History and got to see a collection which included ALL the Scout Handbooks dating back to 1910. Following this, the boys made smores outside.
Reliant Stadium, Feb 4th: After getting down and dirty in the mud during Scouting for Food in the monring, 44 members of the Pack rounded out the day by going to Monster Jam!!! The Scout saw Big Food, Maximum D, and many other battle it out in the Arena. When it was all over, however, it was Captain America that drove away with the championship.
Seabrook & El Lago, Feb 4th: Despite the rains . . . 30+ Scouts, Siblings, and Adults went back through El Lago and portions of Seabrook to collect food donations forthe 'Scouting for Food' Service Project. Over the course of both weekends 43 Pack members participated in this Service Project. Thanks to the generosity of the community, the Pack was able to bring 400 pounds of food to the Food Pantry at St. Paul's.
Seabrook & El Lago, Jan 28th: 30+ Scouts, Siblings, and Adults distributed Door Hangers throughout El Lago and portions of Seabrook in support of the 'Scouting for Food' Service Project. The Scouts will be going back through the neighborhoods on Saturday, Feb 4th to collect the food donations which will be brought to local Food Pantries to help those in need. A Scout is Helpful!!!
Seabrook Community House, Jan 19th: The Pack held it's annual 'Pinewood Derby Car Build' at the Seabrook Community House. The scouts sanded their cars and added weights and putty in preparation for painting and assembly. In addition to the usual monthy awards -- Congratulation to James for earning 15 Belt Loops over the holidays -- the top Wreath Sellers were also awarded their medals. Thanks to the P389 Pit Crew for all their work cutting out the cars and organizing the 'build'.
Battleship Texas, Jan 13-14th: 30+ Scouts and Adults spent the night on the Battleship Texas! The evening began with a below-decks Tour through the Ship where the Scouts got to see various crew areas such as the Galley, Sick Bay, Barber Shop, and Engine Room. After the evening tour, there was a Movie about the ship and where it served. This culminated in the Scavenger Hunt. After this it was lights out at 10PM. Wake up was at 6:30 AM. Following, Breakfast the Scouts took the 'deck' tour. During this tour they were ablt to go up to Bridge, climb into the #1 Turret, and spend time on the Gun Deck. Luke and Sam performed the Flag Ceremony and raised the ship's colors. The Scouts had a great time playing on the 3" gun mounts. Congratulations to James for winning the Scavenger Hunt and serving as Officer of the Deck!!!
Meador Park, Jan 8th: About 20 scouts, silbings, and adults made it out to Meador Park to work on their Hiking Belt Loop and begin the Leave No Trace Award. The scouts hiked from the baskeball courts / skate board park area down to Hester Park and back. Along the way, they practiced Leave No Trace by picking up trash along the trails and disposing of it properly in the trash cans. In addition, they learned about the different kinds of trees and how to identify animal signs. They identified deer and raccoon tracks and found the 'Seabrook Bamboo Forest', as well as the Old Giant Oak Tree.
McNair Park, Dec 17th: The Pack held the annual Raingutter Regatta at McNair Park. The event included the traditional races along with a 'Best Design' category. The boats that that boys made were very nice and showed a lot effort went into their construction. As always, the Scouts passed the time prior to and between races by climbing the trees, playing frisbee, and throwing around the football.
Toyota Center, Dec 9th: Over 30 Scouts, siblings, and parents came out for the Annual Pack 389 Night with the Houston Aeros, who triumphed over the San Antonio Rampage by a score of 1-0! The boys started out by watching pre-game warm ups from the Penalty Box. In addition, five of the scouts served as the Color Guard and presented the US and Texas flags for the national anthem -- great work Luke, Sergio, Eric, Ian, and Junior!!!
FOR MORE INFORMATION 713-410-7742
Cub Scout Pack 389 serves Seabrook, El Lago, Nassau Bay, and Taylor Lake Village.Boy Scouts of America program promotes leadership, character development, citizenship and fitness for boys and their families. For almost a century the Boy Scouts of America made it its mission to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. As the school year begins, local Scout units will host neighborhood Scout Nights to introduce boys and their parents to the Cub Scout program. Activities emphasize character development, citizenship training, and personal fitness. Cub Scout Events within SHAC, link. Calendar of Events for the Bayshore District, link.
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Some of the exciting activities that Cub Scout Pack 389 is planning 2011 – 2012 Year include:
Go Fish! Learn-to-Fish EventGo Fish! Learn-to-Fish Event May 19th, June 23rd, July 28th 9AM - Noon at Galveston Island State Park Families can learn the basics of fishing through fun, hands-on activities. Take away a fishing fun pack and enter the drawing for prizes. Equipment and bait provided or bring your own. No license necessary. Adults must accompany children. Bring sun protection and water. Registration start time is 9:00 A.M. EXTERNAL LINKS
Partner School
Boy Scouts of America
Troop 389
BSA Affiliated Organizations
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