Cub Scout Pack 96 - Westford, MA

10/23/2026

A brief bit of history of EBC - our favorite overnight camping ground 🏕️🥾

Did you know.....In 1937, Isabel and Sarah Hyams purchased land north of Westford Center and established a “Fresh Air Camp” for children from inner-city neighborhoods. The camp became known as East Boston Camp.
Over the years, it has provided summer camps, after-school camps, and support for the elderly. The camp helped at-risk kids develop their skills. The camp has brought many people to Westford, and Westford has helped many kids. East Boston Camps are also used by many Westford residents. In 2005, the Town of Westford purchased the land, which continues to be preserved for conservation, education, and recreation. Researched by Greg Winn

10/18/2026

🎃 Pack 96 recently enjoyed a gorgeous Fall day carving pumpkins, followed by hot chocolate and treats! ☕🍩🍪

💛 We were also thrilled to welcome some new Scouts & their families to the Pack!

🍁There's still time to join, and more Fall fun to be had at our latest autumnal adventure: a hike TODAY at the Andres Institute of Art Sculpture Park!
🕰️ Meet in the parking lot at 2pm

More info on our event page:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1Dwefmo73j/

10/18/2026

Did you miss the fun & excitement at Recruitment Night? (Cubmaster Bob brought his fishing worms! 🪱 🎣)
Or did you attend but you still haven't joined a Pack?
It's not too late!

🍂 You can join us for a beautiful autumn hike 🍁 at the Andres Institute of Art! No Pack commitment necessary to join the hike!

📍Location:
Andres Institute of Art Sculpture Park
106 Route 13, Brookline, NH 03033

🗓️ Date & Time 🕰️: Sunday, October 18th 2026 at 2pm

📣From Cubmaster Bob:
"We will meet in the parking lot. 🅿️
🌬️ Please dress for the weather! The weather forecast shows no rain but a temperature of 51 degrees. 51 degrees doesn't seem cold until we start climbing the trails. I plan on bringing gloves and a hat for the hike. 🧤🧢🥾 🕶️

PLEASE BRING YOUR 6 ESSENTIALS. Food, Water, Whistle, Cold Weather Gear, First Aid Kit, and a Flashlight.
🎒🥨🍎🧃💧🧤🧣🥾🧰🩹🔦

There are multiple hiking trails with many different options. The Webelos Den has mapped out a preferred hiking trail. I have attached a map. If I feel the hike is too hard or taking too long, we will pivot and move to a different/easier trail.
I have attached a trail map. Please take a look. As of right now, the Webelos Den (4th grade) planned the Picnic Trail (red triangles) -> Cell Tower Trail (yellow squares). That'll bring us to the top of the mountain."

We hope to see you all there! 💙💛

10/18/2026

🍂 Fall was made for Scouting!

Cooler temperatures, changing leaves, campfires, hikes, and weekends outdoors—there’s no better time to get outside and make some memories.

Get in on the challenge here: https://www.scoutingboston.org/scout-carabiner/

10/07/2026

USS Constitution is hosting their annual Scout Day on November 8th!

What if your next Scout adventure included more than 200 years of history? ⚓

Scout Day returns to the USS Constitution Museum on Sunday, November 8, with a morning of hands-on activities, challenges, and exploration inspired by life aboard “Old Ironsides.”

Scouts can test their skills, discover how sailors worked and lived at sea, and explore the teamwork and ingenuity that have shaped USS CONSTITUTION’s remarkable story.

Come as a troop, a family, or an individual Scout — and make history part of the adventure.

📅 Sunday, November 8
⏰ 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 USS Constitution Museum

Register today: https://bit.ly/4y0AbTr

09/19/2026

🧠 National Concussion Awareness Day

Adventure is a big part of Scouting—and so is looking out for one another.

A concussion can happen during sports, biking, hiking, climbing, or everyday play. Knowing the signs and taking them seriously can help keep everyone safe.

⚠️ Know the signs: headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, balance problems, sensitivity to light or noise, or simply “not feeling right.”

If a young person takes a hard hit or fall and a concussion is suspected, stop the activity and tell an adult right away. Don’t try to “tough it out” or return to the activity until it’s safe to do so.

Today is a good opportunity to remind our Scouts: being prepared also means knowing when to speak up and ask for help.

09/12/2026

For hundreds of stranded sea turtles, this hospital can be a lifesaver 🐢💙

Every year, sea turtles become trapped around Cape Cod when ocean temperatures drop, leaving many dangerously cold and unable to swim. In wintertime, rescuers search beaches for the stranded animals, then bring survivors to the New England Aquarium's Sea Turtle Hospital, where teams slowly warm them up and provide months of specialized care.

Many of the patients are critically endangered Kemp's ridley turtles. Those healthy enough to recover are eventually returned to the ocean — sometimes after being transported hundreds of miles to warmer release sites. With hundreds of turtles potentially needing help in a single season, the effort brings together volunteers, veterinarians and conservation groups to give as many as possible another chance in the wild.