Remembrance Day

Driving rain and mournful skies created a solemn backdrop for Remembrance Day ceremonies at the Armstrong Cenotaph in the City Park. Many gathered to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended WWI, and to show our appreciation to Canada’s war veterans at home and abroad.

1st Armstrong Beavers, Cubs and Scouts, who are sponsored by the Royal Canadian Legion, have been involved for many years with the Remembrance Day ceremonies.

Our group was able to participate by placing many wreaths at the Cenotaph in remembrance of those who have serve our country, and those who continue to serve and protect peace and freedom in the world.




It was best said by The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence for Canada

“We come together on Remembrance Day to honour Canada's proud military legacy, one courageously earned at Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele, at Juno Beach and Ortona, in the Kapyong Valley and in the Balkans. Our ongoing operations in Afghanistan and the Arabian Sea, in the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East, carry on this noble tradition.
Our Canadian Forces have again and again answered the call in times of crises to stand up for our shared values of freedom, democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law. Whether at home or abroad, the Canadian Forces never stop working towards building a better world.
“On this Remembrance Day, I would like to reflect upon the sacrifices that have been made in defence of Canada and Canadians. This is a time when we remember those who have fought and those who have been killed and injured defending the rights and freedoms that we enjoy today. Let us honour their sacrifice and remember their legacy.”



Lest we forget....

YIS...Lyndon

1st Armstrong Kub Kar Rally Spins Up Fun!

What a great time had by all!

Tonight was our annual Kub Kar and Scout Truck races. The event is held every year to encourage Mom's and Dad's to do more things with their sons and daughters. It’s an opportunity for them to spend some time together.

The Cubs received a car kit from their leaders (the Scouts receive trucks), which includes a block of pine wood that is cut and carved to make a small car for racing. Wheels are added and in many cases a vibrant paint job and the boys and girls are off to the races (check out my post on Jan. 26 to learn more about kubkar racing).

The winning cars and trucks go on to the finals in a couple weeks where they will race against other groups in our area.

Alex, who had the fastest car, actually won all the heats he was in! Way to go Alex!

Start from the Beginning!

The time has come for my first blog so I think I better introduce myself.
I am an assistant Cub leader (Chil) with the 1st Armstrong Pack.
My son began Cubs this fall for the first time and so I decided to return to scouting after a 20+ year absence.
Yes, 20+ years ago, I was an Assistant Cub leader (Baloo) with 1st Enderby. Wow! Hard to believe it was that long ago. I am thrilled to be with Scouts Canada again!
I now realize how much I missed being involved.
I have plans of pursuing any training that is available, including the completion of Woodbadge II (more about that another time).
Cubs started in September and since then there has been many things that have happened within our group including two overnight camps, a community service project, several hikes, a Rememberance Day service, and regular pack meetings. Also Scout Popcorn sales, sandbag fundraising...the list goes on...
My son Josiah is havin so much fun! Cubs and scouting in general is so perfect for the youth of today. My son is learning soooo much through scouting and I believe he will be a better man for it...
...and I will most definitely be a better father for it!!

til next time, yours in Scouting! LE