Outings and Events

• Date & time TBD

• Von Oven Scouting Reservation
  701 S West St, Naperville, IL 60565 

• Troop 222/9222 will be conducting a Scout Day that will be run in an open house setting. Cub Scouts will arrive on and off between 10am and 2pm to learn about and work on some of their adventures. Plan to allot about an hour of time to work through the stations for your scout’s rank. You will be given a checklist of stations that are specific to your scout’s rank. The activities that will be done will be things that Scouts BSA do in general scouting activities. Activities will include the Outdoor Code, flag etiquette, tending a fire, pitching a tent, tying basic knots, first-aid, personal fitness, and more. The role of the Scouts from Troop 222/9222 will be teachers and mentors for the Cub Scouts. For Webelos or Arrow of Light Scouts, this is a great time to get to know Troop 222/9222. Their leaders will be on-site if you have any questions about their troop.

• It is a rain-or-shine event so dress for the weather. Please dress to be outdoors in case the weather forecast changes to rain. You will want to wear your Class A uniform, but Class B t-shirt is also acceptable. Wearing footwear that close-toed and sturdy is expected since we will be doing outdoor activities that may include campfire cooking. No Crocs, please.

• Parking at Von Oven Scout Reservation can be limited so we recommend parking at the lot for Naperville Central High School directly across the street and walking over. The Von Oven Scout Reservation is located a 701 S. West Street in Naperville, Illinois. The entrance to the camp is on the West side of West Street, about 2 blocks South of Aurora Ave.

• We are so grateful for all the help that Troop 222/9222 is giving us. Our pack is excited about the possibility for Scouts BSA showing Cub Scouts how fun Scouting is. This is a really fun day for our scouts. If you’re not able to make the event, please connect with your den leader to learn about how to complete the requirements independently. We are excited to see all of the Scouts from our pack enjoy time outdoors together!

• Date & Time - TBD

• Scott Elementary School - Naperville, IL

• Scouts will be racing pumpkins down ramps in the school parking lot. The pumpkin that goes the furthest wins!

• Axles and wheels will be provided at the October Pack meeting. If you will not be attending this meeting, please contact Cubmaster Mark Edmondson to pickup materials.

• Scout families will need to use their own pumpkins, as they will not be provided by the pack.

• More information is to follow.

• Sunday, November 8 (11am - 1pm)

• Brookfield Zoo - 8400 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513 

• TIME:
  Cub Scouts Pack 565 and Scott School Girl Scouts will meet between 11:00am–1:00pm to decorate their trees and enjoy treats and hot chocolate. We are asking all participants to bring a snack to share. Consider bringing a folding table if you can as well.

• TROOP COST and TICKETS:
  Please reach out to Carolyn Castro before purchasing online to see if there are passes available!!

• Admission tickets are $10/pp (Scouts, kids and adults).

• Parking is $15/car

Additional tickets are available at the price above online once the tickets open in early October via the Brookfield Zoo website.

Zoo Members: if you are a member of Brookfield Zoo, you will not need to purchase admission tickets or parking, depending on your membership level and the number of people attending in your group.

• TREE LOCATION:
  Tree Number is TBD. This will be sent out once we have it. 

• ORNAMENTS
  See here for ornament guidelines: https://www.czs.org/getdoc/d4255d83-5cfe-4f00-87f7-460c99961f09/Community-Corp_Tree-Decoration-Guidelines_2024_FIN.aspx

• Please note: If your group would like to keep its ornaments, you can remove them January 1–11, 2027 during regular zoo hours (10:00 am–4:30 pm). Ornaments left on the trees after Saturday, January 11, 2027 will not be saved. 

• PATCHES (optional)
  If your troop or family would like to purchase patches to commemorate their participation in Tree Trim, please place your order: PRE-SALE: TREE TRIM PENGUIN PATCH 2026 – Brookfield Zoo  . They are $4.50. The can only be picked up at the South Gate Market during Tree Trim Weekend.

• NOT ABLE TO ATTEND ON SUNDAY?
  If you are not able to attend our Community Holiday Tree Trim, you are welcome to hang your decoration on our tree another day. 

• This event will take place regardless of the weather. 

• Saturday, Sept 26
  Site check-in is at 3pm

• Blackwell Forest Preserve

• Please see email from Mark Sandle for more info

• Saturday, January 30 (7pm) - waiting on this years flyer

• Allstate Arena - 6920 Mannheim Rd, Rosemont, IL 60018

• Join Pack 565 and the rest of the Three Fires Council for a Chicago Wolves hockey game! The Chicago Wolves will be playing against the Milwaukee Admirals.

• Information on ticket prices is to follow.

• Scouts who reach one of these sales goals will receive free tickets and other great prizes:

  • $5,000 or more sellers

    • Two $48 tickets (Rows 2-7 off the ice surface)

    • One Chicago Wolves replica jersey

    • One Chicago Wolves knit hat

    • Opportunity to ride the zamboni during the game

    • Name recognition on the matrix board

    • Present the colors pregame

  • $2,500 to $4,999 sellers

    • Two $48 tickets (Rows 2-7 off the ice surface)

    • One Chicago Wolves knit hat

  • $1,000 to $2,499 sellers

    • Two $28 tickets

    • One Chicago Wolves knit hat

  • $300 to $999 sellers

    • One $20 ticket

Dozin' with the Dinos 

• At the Field Museum

• Survey going on soon for Pack to select a date

• $90 per attendee 

• Admission includes a sleeping spot in the exhibitions, discounted parking, admission to select ticketed exhibits, general admission to the Museum the following day, an evening snack, and a continental breakfast. Along with admission to the Pokemon Fossil Museum (special exhibit)

Submarine Sleepover

April 24, 2027

Gather your crew and prepare for an unforgettable night aboard the USS Silversides Submarine! Step back in time as you walk the deck, explore, and sleep in the very berths where courageous sailors once served our nation.

Imagine the thrill of navigating the same tight corridors and sleeping in the same bunks as World War II heroes. This overnight adventure is not just a history lesson; it’s an immersive experience perfect for scouting groups, youth groups, class trips, or even adults seeking a unique team-building experience.

• Discover Hidden Secrets: Roam through the two-story museum building and submarine, uncovering stories and artifacts from a bygone era.

• Live Like a Sailor: Experience the camaraderie and routines of life aboard a historic military vessel.

• Create Unforgettable Memories: Bond with your group as you share this one-of-a-kind adventure.

Fall Hayride 

October 10th from 4:30 to 6:30 at Knoch Knolls

Group rental includes use of the park, 20-minute hayrides and a campfire. We can bring our own food to cook over the bonfire. The Park District will provide hot chocolate and apple cider. No alcohol allowed. Picnic tables are provided. Bring your own chairs, blankets, flashlights and insect repellent.