Field Trips
Description
Section titled “Description”The pack organizes group field trips to educational and recreational destinations throughout the year. These are typically one-day outings with group pricing, covering science museums, historical sites, farms, and other venues.
Overview
Section titled “Overview”Field trips give Scouts access to experiences that reinforce advancement requirements and expose them to new environments, cultures, and ideas. The Program Chair identifies destinations that align with monthly themes or advancement opportunities, negotiates group pricing, and coordinates logistics. Field trips are offered as optional outings on top of the regular pack meeting calendar.
Timeline / Checklist
Section titled “Timeline / Checklist”| When | Task |
|---|---|
| Planning phase | Identify destination and confirm group pricing and minimum headcount |
| 4–6 weeks before | Announce to pack families; open RSVPs |
| 2 weeks before | Set RSVP deadline; confirm headcount with venue |
| 1 week before | Communicate uniform requirements, logistics, and carpooling info |
| Day of trip | Execute outing; collect any outstanding payments at venue if applicable |
Event Details
Section titled “Event Details”Planning Checklist:
- Confirm group pricing and minimum headcount requirements
- Set RSVP deadline (typically 1–2 weeks before)
- Arrange payment collection (at pack meeting or at venue)
- Communicate uniform requirements and logistics
- Coordinate carpooling if venue is far
Coordination
Section titled “Coordination”- Program Chair identifies destinations, negotiates group pricing, and coordinates logistics
- Cubmaster supports communication and attends outings
Recent Destinations
Section titled “Recent Destinations”| Destination | Date | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howe Caverns | Nov 15, 2025 | Youth $15.75, Adult $25.75 | 60 attendees, split into 2 tour groups; cave is 52 degrees — bring jackets |
| MiSci | Dec 20, 2025 | Youth $16.50, Adult $17.50 | ”Steam Into the Holidays” Family Day; 14 families |
| Cooperstown Farmers Museum | Apr 21, 2024 | Adults $10, Kids $5 | Group pricing; 10am–1pm |
| Art Omi Sculpture Park | Various | Free | Outdoor sculpture park; good for hike/nature requirements |
| Liberty Ridge Farm | October (various) | Scout pricing | Corn maze, campfire, s’mores |
Key Tasks
Section titled “Key Tasks”| Task | Category |
|---|---|
| Pack Field Trip Planning | Outdoor |