Cub Scout Pack 161 - West Hartford, CT

09/13/2026

Pack 161 is hosting our annual Joining Night on Tueday, September 15th from 6:00 to 7:00 PM at the Westmoor Park amphitheater. If your child has been curious about building model rockets, hiking local trails, or building pinewood derby cars, this is the perfect night to come check us out.Many new Scouts have already joined after our Open House this past Tuesday, but don't worry - it's not too late if you're still interested in joining.

The whole family is welcome! Kids will get to meet the other scouts in their den while the adults chat about what we have planned for the year. Just follow our Pack 161 signs down to the amphitheater—and don't forget to toss some bug spray and water bottles in your bag!

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We can't wait to introduce you to our pack family.

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09/11/2026

Never forget. Today, our thoughts are with all the lives lost on September 11, 2001, the brave first responders who ran toward danger, and the families whose lives were changed forever.

In Cub Scouts, we teach our kids the importance of duty to country, service, and honoring everyday heroes. Moments like this remind us how crucial it is to pass those values down to the next generation—building a community where kindness, bravery, and reverence matter.

For 25 years, Scouts have continued to honor September 11 through remembrance and service. Helping other people isn’t just something Scouts do. It’s part of who we are.

On the eve of 9/11, we challenge all - past and present - to serve in honor of the fallen heroes: https://ow.ly/Qs2v50ZMpBu.

09/02/2026

ONE WEEK COUNTDOWN! ⏰ Pack 161's Open House is next Tuesday, September 8th from 6:15 to 7:00 PM at the Duffy Elementary Cafeteria!

We're bringing out the inflatable Gaga pit and having snacks for all K-5th grade boys and girls while parents learn what our Family Pack is all about. Now is the time to join before we kick off our action-packed year!

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08/18/2026

Ready for adventure this fall?

Cub Scout Pack 161 - West Hartford, CT part of Connecticut Rivers Council is looking for new scouts! Cub Scouts is for Boys and Girls in grades K-5.

Come meet our pack and learn about Cub Scouts at our Open House at Duffy Elementary.

When: September 8th from 6:15 PM to 7 PM
Where: Duffy Elementary
Event Page: https://fb.me/e/6bWUEKURW

No registration required.

08/02/2026

Pack 161 had an absolute blast at Dunkin' Park cheering on the Hartford Yard Goats in their 4-2 win over the Fisher Cats!

We kicked off the night walking out onto the field for the pre-game ceremony. With home runs and double plays, the game kept us on the edge of our seats, especially when a foul ball obliterated a parent's drink mid-game!

Between the incredible plays, the fireworks lighting up the sky after the win, and our scouts getting to camp on the grass and watch a movie under the stars, it was fun all around.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July, Pack 161 families!

We hope everyone is having a safe and fun holiday with their families!

07/04/2026

Pack 161 survived an incredibly hot, action-packed Week 1 of 🦖Dinosaur 🦕 Themed Cub Scout Day Camp at Cub Country - J.N. Webster Scout Reservation alongside Cub Scout Pack 111 and Cub Scout Pack 389 - South Windsor, CT!

With the extreme heat our main goal (besides having fun) was just keeping the scouts from literally melting on the trail. The heat must have gotten to the prehistoric wildlife though, because Den 2 was officially "eaten by dinosaurs" on day two. The scouts survived completely unscathed, but since all their camp paperwork was destroyed, they had to merge with Den 1 for the rest of the week!

When we weren't dodging predators or chugging water, the kids were splashing in Goss Pond, crushing it at the BB and archery ranges or flipping over rocks in the brook to catch crayfish by hand.

Everyone came home exhausted, smelling like pond water, and ready for a massive nap.

Want in on the next adventure? Pack 161 is a family pack for boys and girls in K-5th grade. Check us out at pack161ct.org!

06/20/2026

CROSSING OVER TO NEW ADVENTURES! 🌅✨

A beautiful Tuesday evening at Fernridge Park marked an incredible milestone for Pack 161! Our Arrow of Light (AOL) Scouts took their final steps as Cub Scouts and officially crossed over the bridge to continue their scouting journey with Scouts BSA Troops 163 and 1163 in West Hartford CT

Following a proud Pack 161 tradition, these scouts turned over the bridge to sign their names on the bottom of the planks—leaving their permanent mark on our history before taking on the exciting challenges of Scouts BSA! 🖊️🪵

We are incredibly proud of all your achievements and the memories you've made with us.

06/09/2026

05/30/2026

A little rain and wind couldn’t stop Pack 161! 🌧️💨

This morning, our dedicated scouts joined American Legion Hayes-Velhage Post 96 at Fairview Cemetery to carefully collect the flags placed for Memorial Day. Despite the soggy, windy weather, our scouts showed true Scouting spirit—working hard, honoring our veterans, and giving back to the West Hartford community.

We are so proud of our scouts for their reverence and commitment, rain or shine! ❤️🤍💙