Upcoming Events:

Pack Meeting: Tue, Jan 27, 6:30 - 8pm  ✌️

Location: Centerville Presbyterian Church (4360 Central Ave, Fremont, CA 94536)

Cal Academy Penguins and Pajamas Overnighter: Sat, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 1 🌟

RSVP @ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfz7kiy9wPY-hxqSN_AA4ETRhv_Lt3SRBmLj1yBil0-jO4UZg/viewform

• Date - Saturday January 31st, 2026 - starts at 6pm on 1/31, ends at 8am the following morning

• Cost $129 per person

• Available for ages 4+

• More information here: https://www.calacademy.org/penguinspajamas-sleepovers 

• Final RSVP numbers are due on 12/1/2025 - no refunds are possible after that.

• The pack owes 50% non-refundable deposit at time of booking (October 8th). 

• Final time to RSVP will be the November 18th pack meeting. 

At a Penguins+Pajamas Sleepover, the adventure begins well before bedtime—and continues the next day. Spark your young science-lover's imagination by exploring our exhibits after hours. Go stargazing at a private planetarium show. Snack on milk and cookies before going to sleep under the starfish (or the penguins, if you prefer). And be the first to greet Claude in the morning—after breakfast, of course.

You bring the PJs—we'll bring the perks. Your sleepover ticket includes the following:

• an overnight stay in an exhibit area;

• rainforest access until 8 pm;

• planetarium showings;

• late-night milk and cookies and morning coffee/tea and breakfast snack;

• secure overnight parking in Music Concourse Garage;

• next-day admission to the Academy;

• and more special activities!

Coyote Hills Hike -  Sunday, Feb 15 🚶 

• Meeting time: 9:00am

• Meeting spot: Coyote Hills Visitor Center Parking Lot 

• Difficulty: Moderate (3 out of 5) 

• Distance: 3.8 miles 

• Elevation gain: 400 ft. 

• Route: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bayview-red-hill-and-soaproot-trail-loop

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The Adventure 

Note: Scouts earn a patch for this hike

This month, we are tackling the Bayview, Red Hill, and Soaproot Loop. This hike is a "tale of two trails": we start with a breezy, level walk along the water and finish with an exciting climb over the rocky peaks of Coyote Hills.

We will begin at the Quarry Staging Area and head west on the paved Bayview Trail. This section offers astounding views of the National Wildlife Refuge and the salt evaporation ponds. After about 2 miles of flat walking, we will reach the Red Hill Trail. Get ready to limber up! This section has 7 steep inclines and 5 declines. The 360-degree views of the San Francisco Bay from the top make the effort entirely worthwhile. We will finish the loop by descending the Soaproot Trail and heading back past the Dairy Glen campsite to our starting point.

Requirement: 

Scout and accompanying parent must have an Annual Health Medical Record (AHMR form) on file (forms A/B1/B2) in order to hike with us.  If you have not filled one out, please bring the completed form with you to the hike and hand it to scout leader leading the hike. This applies to all scouts, siblings, and friends if they plan to hike alongside our group. 

Things to bring:  

• Water bottle with at least 0.5 liter of water per person

• Trail snacks

• Binoculars would be a nice to have

• Hiking sticks optional

• Scouts: Class B uniform (Scout hat, Pack t-shirt)

• Parents: Pack T-shirt if you have one

• Cub Scout 6 Essentials (water, snack, sun protection, first aid kit, etc)

Leader Contacts: 

Sri Lingamneni (Lahari and Chetan's Mom)  

• 650-387-8708

• srilakshmi.iitm@gmail.com

• RSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXLYGZWel1_mMCeCZYWgG54U6WMHz2-mrSwbkSQjq2UDa75Q/viewform

Blue & Gold Dinner: Sat, Feb 28 🍽️

Get ready for an unforgettable evening as we roll out the red carpet for our annual Blue and Gold Dinner, where we celebrate the spirit of scouting, honor our scouts, and have a blast with friends and family.

📆 EVENT DETAILS

When: Saturday, February 28th, 2026, from: 4:30pm - 8pm

Where: Centerville Presbyterian Church - 4360 Central Ave, Fremont, CA 94536

Ticket Price: $35 per Adult | $25 Per Child 

Payment: Via check; bring to January 27th or February 24th pack meeting

🍽️ DINNER & DELIGHT

We are serving up a delicious meal catered by Strizzi's with both vegetarian and regular options to please every palate. (more menu details coming soon) 

🎉 WHAT'S IN STORE? 

This year's theme is Movie Magic! 

Join us for a night where science meets the silver screen. Mad Science will dazzle us with special show on movie effects. Discover the secrets behind gravity-defying stunts, dinosaur sneezes, polymers and more. You will learn the difference between science and magic, and maybe even become a special effects wizard yourself! 

🎟️ RAFFLE BASKETS

Get ready for our Raffle Baskets!  Each Den has picked a theme and curated a prize package. Buy your tickets at the event for a chance to win and take one home!

🎖️ SPECIAL RECOGNITION

We will also be celebrating our Arrow of Light (5th Grade) Scouts as they complete their rank requirements and cross over the next adventure. Let's cheer them on as they take this big step. 

⌚ SCHEDULE OF FUN 

• 4:30 PM Welcome & Check-in

• 5:10 PM: Opening Ceremony

• 5:20 PM: Dinner Begins

• 6:00 PM: Awards & Achievements

• 6:20 PM: Movie Magic Show

• 7:20 PM: Arrow of Light Crossover 

• 7:40 PM: Closing Ceremony 

RSVP by Feb 7: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfK2FmZJzLwhWf9GCQDL_BG746ezNKJvcRKBpBGHkULv_Nf0w/viewform

Sharks Annual Scout Night: Sat, Mar 7 🏒

It’s time to start your engines and sharpen those skates! We are heading to the SAP Center on Saturday, March 7th for a unique double-header: the Sharks Pinewood Derby followed by a San Jose Sharks hockey game.

This is a "just for fun" derby—no official weigh-ins or high-stakes heat brackets. Just bring your car, race your friends on the SAP Center concourse, and then enjoy some pro hockey!

Event Schedule & Details

• Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

• Pinewood Derby: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (on the Concourse)

• Free Time: 4:00 PM - 5:45 PM (Tickets will allow the group to reenter for the Sharks game starting at 5:45)

• Sharks Puck Drop: 7:00 PM

• Cost: $38 per person

• What’s Included: Your ticket to the game and two exclusive Scout patches!

Important Notes

• The Race: No separate car registration is required. If you have a car, bring it and race!

• The Patches: Every Scout will receive two commemorative patches (check them out: Patch 1 | Patch 2).

• Limited Capacity: We have a limited block of seats for our Pack. RSVPs are first-come, first-served.

How to RSVP & Pay

Deadline: Friday, February 6th (RSVP + Payment must be received)

Payment Options:

• Check: Made out to "Pack 176". Turn in at January 27th Pack meeting.

• Zelle: Send to Adam (QR code below)

• Venmo: Send to Adam

Please include "Sharks [Your Family Name] - [# of Tickets]" in the payment memo.

We can't wait to see the cars in action and cheer on the Sharks together!

RSVP by Feb 6: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScZB_FZj9t7XlPd7KsSoy9jx4xog-8xcO0hNkqnop3qhI6Hzw/viewform?usp=dialog

Family Campout: Fri, May 29 - Sun, May 31 ⛺

Location: Camp Tamarancho (San Rafael, Marin County)

• Family event - all camping levels welcome

• More details in coming months

District/Council Events 

• Re-register on-time!

  • Check your registration date at my.scouting.org

  • You can re-register 2 months prior to expiration

• Shark’s Pinewood Derby and Hockey Night

  • Pinewood Derby race 3-4pm

  • Hockey game 7pm

  • Able to leave after race, and re-enter for game

  • $38 per person

• Cub Scout Day Camp

  • June 8-12

  • Ardenwood Farm

• Cub Camping Opportunities

  • Wide range of camping opportunities for all ages at GGAC camps Spring to Fall.

  • Some are organized by Den Leaders - check with your leader.

Pack Calendar: