Cub Scout Pack 50 - Des Moines

05/03/2026

Two weeks left to complete required adventures!
Rank graduation is May 17th! Check Scoutbook for details.
So proud of all our scouts and how much they've accomplished!

04/18/2026

As we prepare for our Spring campout in May, here's a great way to remember the 7 parts of Leave No Trace! Simple hand signals and a fun beat

03/02/2026

Checking in on our Pack 50 families and dropping an impromptu "Cubmaster's Minute":

I want to make it clear that although Scouting America has needed to make some administrative changes to remain compliant with Executive Orders, I and others in Pack 50 are still committed to accepting families as they are, and showing appreciation for each youth, as we're only strong when we have the gifts and talents each youth/family has to offer, ESPECIALLY when we're all different.

I wont speak directly for other leaders, but I have a feeling from my experience they'd stand with this sentiment as well.

-Would you want a hospital full of doctors who only all specialized in the same disease? Or would you want to know the hospital had resources to keep you covered no matter what your ailment was?

- Would you want your school to only teach math to those who math came easily to? Or would you want your school to support multiple subjects for multiple learning styles?

There is a reason the sayings include "it takes a village" and "it takes all kinds". The world requires a diverse range of people with different backgrounds, personalities and talents to thrive. We should always embrace that as part of our duty to each other, nature and a higher power.

Stay well Pack 50 families.
Yours in Scouting,
Lex

02/21/2026

For those scouts making the jump from Pack 50 to troop 50, here is a link for the transfer

02/17/2026

Emerging from the treeline as our mysterious guardian of the woods, ready to raid the nacho bar at our most meaningful event of the Scouting year- Bigfoot has RSVP'd. You should too!!

Please watch your email for additional details, sign up and RSVP. We ask that you please bring a mess kit for your family to cut down on disposable waste (Bigfoot insists)

02/02/2026

Is the saying "take one FOR the team" or "take one FROM the team"? 🤔

Either way, once again the BEST families supporting popcorn sales, so Alexis Marcella took one (or several) FROM the top sellers of the team.
🤡🥧🥧🥧

Anyone who sold this season received a cool pin to add to their swag!
Pro tip: shaving cream doesn't smell nearly as bad as whipped cream an hour later...

02/01/2026

"A scout is reverent"
Pack 50 families- please consider joining the pack and Troop 50 this Sunday February 8th for Scout Sunday Service at 9am at Plymouth church.

While there has always been a recognition of the role faith plays in scouting, the mid 1940s formally established an annual event coinciding with the birthday of scouting (February 8th 1910).
This was meant to highlight one of the core values of scouting: reverence and "duty to God".

Pack 50 is incredibly thankful to be chartered by an organization which is authentically and unconditionally open to all no matter their race, gender, creed, class, orientation or identity. "All are welcome" is not just a tagline.

02/01/2026

Yesterday over 40 scouts from our pack showed up with some amazingly creative and FAST cars to race during our annual pinewood derby.

Some dens had racers within *0.02* seconds of each other for placements!!!

Parents and siblings even brought cars to join the fun in open heats!

This couldn't have been done without help and coordination from our leaders and parents. Thank you all for helping organize a successful event ❤️❤️

01/09/2026

For families not as comfortable or seasoned in camping (looking at you AOLs about to bridge 👀) or if you just want a family refresher- this is a solid opportunity!

🏕️ Mitigwa Family – Learn to Camp Weekends 🌲

New to camping or want to build your outdoor skills? Join us for a fun, hands-on family camping weekend at Camp Mitigwa! Families can bring their own gear or rent equipment from camp.

Our expert staff will be on hand all weekend to help with:

⦁ Gear selection & setup
⦁ Outdoor cooking
⦁ Hiking skills

You’ll also have free time to explore our Programs in a Box, featuring outdoor activities like Habitat Explorer, Scouting Skills, and Conservation.

Come learn, explore, and enjoy the outdoors together as a family!
https://scoutingevent.com/177-LearnToCamp2026

01/08/2026

Hate taking cans back, but still want to be and ?

Heads up, supporters! You can now easily support our Cub Scouts through the Metro Waste Authority's bottle & can redemption program!

Next time you're returning your empties, simply choose Pack 50 to receive your deposit refunds. It's a small act that fuels big adventures for our kids!

OR contact [email protected] for other options

Details here: https://www.mwatoday.com/waste-recycling/redemption/redemption-fundraiser-program/

Thank you for your support!