These Pack-Organized events are for us to explore all this area has to offer together.
These activities and events often include: Hiking, Visits to local Nature Centers, Climbing, Zip lines, Ropes Courses, and other similar events. Most of these events require either an admission fee or other costs.
We will schedule and post these activities below. Please join as you can. Consider joining as a den or group to facilitate carpooling and logistics.
Pack 991 Goes the Movies - March 21st 10:30 AM
Join the Pack as we go to University Mall Theatres for a private viewing of Hoppers!
University Mall Cinemas Address: 10659 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032
Cost for each participant is $12.
Please be prepared to give cash or a check to Pack Leadership.
If cost is an issue, please let us know. One of our Pack principles is to never let the costs of Scouting prevent a Scout from joining us.
More information: University Mall Theatres (703) 273-7111
Previous Pack Activities below
Past Event - Bowling @ Bowl America Burke - January 19th 4:30 - 6:00PM
Join the Pack as we go to the bowling alley for comradery and friendship. Enabling our Scouts to grow as friends together is a big part of the Scouting experience.
Bowl America Burke Address: 5615 Guinea Rd, Burke, VA 22015
Cost for each participant is $29. In addition to the lane fees and shoe rentals, each participant will get unlimited pizza and drinks. This is very similar in format to a birthday party.
Please be prepared to give cash or a check to Pack Leadership.
If cost is an issue, please let us know. One of our Pack principles is to never let the costs of Scouting prevent a Scout from joining us.
In order to participate, you MUST RSVP by January 15th to cubpack991@gmail.com, joerood@gmail.com and thomas.ziehnert@gmail.com. In order to have us all together, we have to pay a deposit and want to make sure we don't pay out-of-pocket.
While the establishment serves alcohol we ask that adults refrain from drinking around the Scouts.
More information: https://www.bowlero.com/location/bowl-america-burke (703) 425- 9303
Past Event -Climbing Walls at Climbzone (December 6th @10AM)
Join the Pack for some serious fun at Climbzone in Laurel, MD.
Climbzone has over 75 different indoor climbing walls, which have been constructed for every level of ability. Don’t worry if you’ve never climbed before – all climbers receive a short orientation session covering safety and belaying. Climbers can scale walls such as Mount Rushmore, a 28′ tall Suit of Armor, and the Eiffel Tower. There’s also a soft play area and arcade. As with other indoor weekend events in the winter, this is popular and sure to sell out fast. We recommend buying your tickets ASAP.
Buy your tickets here: https://www.climbzone.us/laurel/
You can choose whether you climb for 90 or 120 minutes. For younger Scouts, we recommend a shorter time.
Please contact us at cubpack991@gmail.com if you have any questions.
Past Event -Hidden Oaks Reptile & Amphibian Talk & Walk (April 26th, 11am-12pm)
Join the Pack as professional naturalists from Hidden Oaks provide an animal showing and nature walk -- with a special stop at the Hidden Oaks frog pond!
Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the program. Instructors will meet us near the visitor center front desk unless otherwise specified. Scouts who arrive early may explore the exhibit area. Picnickers are welcome to use the picnic area and playground, however, these are not reserved.
Cost is $7/child participant; Minimum of 12 Scouts
There is no charge for parent chaperones or adult leaders.
Siblings who participate in the class will be charged as Scouts. Siblings are encouraged to participate!
All siblings not in the class may not participate in the program. Non-participating siblings can remain in the exhibit area with a parent.
Please wear shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather.
Picking up or collecting plants, animals or objects is not permitted unless under the direction of the Naturalist in Charge as a part of the program.
In case of inclement weather, alternative activities may be planned or the program may be rescheduled.
DIRECTIONS TO Hidden Oaks Nature Center 7701 Royce St., Annandale 22003
From Capital Beltway: take Exit 52A (Little River Turnpike Rt. 236). Turn left at the first light onto Hummer Road. The entrance to Hidden Oaks is on the left off Royce St.
When coming from Little River Tpk Rt. 236, Royce Street is the next street on the left after the main entrance into Annandale Community Park. From Annandale Rd or Gallows Rd, turn onto Hummer Rd. Hidden Oaks entrance is on the right off Royce St.
If the circle parking lot off Royce St is full, turn around and backtrack to the Annandale Community Park sign off Hummer Rd. Follow the fork to the right and park at the Packard Center parking lot. Take the path under the arch of StoryBrook trail up the hill to the center. (~5min walk)
Hidden Oaks Nature Center is within the Annandale Community Park (4030 Hummer Road, Annandale, VA 22003)
Past Event - Alexandria Planetarium - Organized by Pack Leadership
Wednesday, November 20th - 6:00-7:00 PM
Dr. Hamilton from Alexandria City High School (formerly T.C. Williams), will provide us an astronomical show for the Scouts, free of charge. The Planetarium can only host 35-40
Please confirm that you are coming to our Pack email address at cubpack991@gmail.com
3330 King Street. Alexandria VA 22302
Past Event - It was great seeing a lot of our Scouts at the event.
Trunk or Treat and Halloween Parade
Come support Pack 991 at TWO Trunk or Treat Events occurring at Ravensworth and North Springfield Elementary. We will have a trunk decorated in a Scouting Theme at each event. Please support our effort by bringing any Scouting, Camping, Hiking, or anything related to our Pack as decorations.
For North Springfield: Sunday, October 20th 3:00-5:00PM. Please Sign up to support HERE
For Ravensworth ES: Friday, October 25th, 6:00-7:30PM. No Signup needed but there will be Food Trucks (Pizza) starting at 6:00.
Cancelled/Delayed: The Facility could not support us on this day.
Movement, Crystal City (Indoor Wall Climbing) Saturday, October 26th. 2:30-4:30 PM
Saturday, October 19th https://movementgyms.com/crystal-city/
Pack 991 loves to climb. Join us as we scale the walls at this local climbing center.
In order for the entire group to climb together we made one reservation in advance. Please RSVP to cubpack991@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
The cost will be ~$33 per climbing person
Past Event - GO APE: Tree Top Adventure
Sunday, April 14th (various times below)
Register here: https://www.goape.com/location/virginia-springfield/
20% Discount for participants. Use CODE:
TROOP991TICKETS – receive 20% off all tickets
TROOP991MERCH – receive 20% off all merchandise
These are recommended times, though you can go anytime that day to receive the discount. Please book by March 2nd to ensure availability. Only 15/16 people per timeslot on each course.
Treetop Journey $34.52 / Treetop Adventure - $51.80 Min Height - 4 ft; 7 inches
Past Event -Children’s Science Center (Saturday March 8th , 10am-12pm)
Pack 991 will be at the Children’s Science Center at the Fair Oaks Mall in Fairfax on Saturday, March 8th from 10am-12pm. Tickets are $15 in advance and $17 at the door. The Children’s Science Center offers plenty of fun STEM-based activities, including a Tinker Workshop, Innovation Hub, the popular “Hover Station,” as well as 3 active experiments that rotate throughout the year. If you are interested in joining us, please buy your tickets ASAP, as the timed entry fills up fast. Get your tickets here: