Cub Scout Pack 353

04/14/2026

Pack 353 had a fantastic time camping at Rickwood Caverns this past weekend. We went on a hike, hung around the campfire, did a cavern tour and gem mining ate walking tacos and had an overall good time with our Cub Scout families.

03/30/2026

🌿 Scout Hike Adventure! 🌿

Our Scouts spent the day at Dunnavant Valley Park, hiking the Mt Laurel Double Loop trail. Beautiful weather, fresh air, and a stunning waterfall made it a perfect day outdoors.

Along the way, they practiced & learned key outdoor skills:

🎒 6 Essentials – always be prepared
👫 Buddy System – never hike alone
🌲 Outdoor Code – respect nature
♻️ Leave No Trace – pack it in, pack it out!

A great mix of adventure, learning, and time in nature! 🥾

03/01/2026

Chelsea Pack 353 Cub Scouts lived the Scout Oath and Law in action today as they participated in the City of Chelsea’s 30th Anniversary Ceremony.

Our Scouts demonstrated duty to country by leading the Pledge of Allegiance, performed a reverent and respectful flag ceremony, and showed service to community by assisting the Mayor with the burial of a time capsule to be opened in 20 years.

Moments like these remind us that even our youngest citizens can make a lasting impact. We hope they’ll return in 2046, standing here with families of their own, to witness the legacy they helped create.

We are incredibly proud of our Scouts and grateful for the opportunity to serve our city.

Watch the video of the flag ceremony, pledge and time capsule burial in the comments.

02/24/2026

What a special night celebrating our Arrow of Light Scouts at this year’s Blue & Gold and Crossover Ceremony! 🌟

This group photo says it all — these scouts have grown tremendously, and we’re so proud of the hard work they’ve put in to reach this milestone.

A huge thank-you to our amazing parents for their support, to our scouts for their dedication, and to Troop 354 for welcoming our AOLs with open arms and guiding them through their crossover.

We’re excited for the next chapter and grateful for everyone who helped make tonight meaningful. 💙💛

02/03/2026

🦕 Cub Scout Dino Day Camp Registration is NOW OPEN! 🦖

Reigster your Scout for a fun-filled twilight camp at Oak Mountain State Park! Scouts will enjoy shooting sports, earn progress toward their Summertime Pack Award, and even get a jump-start on next year’s advancements.

Don’t miss this adventure—roar into summer with us! 🌟

Days Hours Minutes Seconds Until Cub Scout Day Camp 2026 begins! Cub Scout Day Camp Cub Scout Day Camp is around the corner! Day Camp is chock-full of all the adventures Cubs love the most- BB guns & Archery, Scout Crafts, Field Sports, Nature hikes and much more! Even in the midst of all of […]

02/03/2026

Derby season is upon us! Make sure your Pack is using the right racing rules for your pinewood derby! You can find the current, official GAC Pinewood Derby Rules at: https://ow.ly/BAGg50V6xF1

01/31/2026

What a fun night at the Birmingham Bulls Scout Night! 🏒💙

Several of our families came out, sat together, and cheered together—and that’s what Cub Scouts is all about.

Time with family. Time with friends. Making memories.

Hockey is fast, loud, and SO entertaining, and our scouts had a blast!

Can’t wait for our next adventure!

01/12/2026

🔥 CHILLY SCOUT CHILI COOK OFF – WHAT A NIGHT! 🔥🌶️

WOW! What an incredible evening full of great food, great people, and Scout spirit! We tasted SEVEN amazing chilis, and every single one brought the heat (and the flavor). Huge shoutout to everyone who entered—y’all made this so much fun!

🏆 CHILI CHAMPIONS:
🥇 1st Place: Rachel Till
🥈 2nd Place: Holly Rigsby
🥉 3rd Place: Anthony Almeida Sr.

👏👏 A MASSIVE thank-you to our fantastic judges who took their job very seriously (and bravely tasted everything):
🌟 George Griswold, Scoutmaster – Chelsea BSA Troop 354
🌟 Pastor Mark Harvard, Morningstar Methodist Church
🌟 Adam Dimon, representative for Chelsea BSA Troop 354

Because of this amazing event and the generosity of our families and supporters, we are THRILLED to announce that we can now offer:
⛺ A FREE camping trip for our scouts and one adult at our upcoming campout at Camp Fletcher
🍔 FREE hamburger lunch
🦅 A Hawk Presentation the scouts won’t forget

This is what Scouting is all about—community, support, and unforgettable experiences for our kids. THANK YOU to our scouts and families for showing up, showing out, and making nights like this possible. We’re so proud of this group! 💙⚜️

12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from Pack 353 🎄

Wishing all of our Scouts and families a wonderful holiday season!

12/21/2025

All Scouts need trained leaders to help deliver the Scouting program, that's a fact. Make sure you and your fellow adults have the training you need to deliver the Scouting promise to the youth in your Pack or Troop by joining us at one of our BALOO or IOLS courses this spring! For details and registration, go to: https://1bsa.org/adult-leader-trainings/

12/20/2025

🎄 Chelsea Christmas Parade 🎄

Our Scouts had a blast tossing candy along the parade route, spotting friends and family on the sidelines, and admiring all the amazing floats and local businesses represented.

Nothing beats that strong Chelsea sense of community!

Thank you to the City of Chelsea, Alabama for an unforgettable Christmas Parade! If you’d like to be a part of moments like this, we’d love to welcome you to the Pack!

Check out the video clip in the comments!