Tiger Cubs

Over the past month Jackson has been pretty busy with several different outings with the Tiger Cubs. One of the ideas of Tiger Cubs is to expose the boys to many different experiences that they can share together. 
A few weeks ago the boys visited the Waterford Fire Station. They were so excited to have a pizza party there and get a tour of the station. Aidan's dad is a firefighter in Waterford, so we got the deluxe tour!!!! The boys were able to see where all the firefighters sleep, eat and do all of their work. The boys were also able to climb on the trucks and try on all of the gear. Some of the firefighters were there eating dinner and talked to the boys about their day to day life as a firefighter. It was a great experience for the boys.
One of the biggest events for the Tiger Cubs is the Pinewood Derby. Each boy gets a block of wood and they have to cut it, sand it and design it so it meets the standards given. Jackson asked my dad to help him with his car. Jackson decided that he wanted a flat car with a Detroit Tigers design. My dad cut and glued the car and Jackson sanded it. Then they spent time painting and taping and painting again. It was tricky to make sure the car didn't weigh over five ounces and the weight was distributed equally...good thing for grandpa!!!!
The day of the Derby Jackson was so excited. Although he didn't win, he had a great time and was excited to cheer on his friends. Jackson is already thinking about his design for next year:)
Last night Jackson had the opportunity to carry the flags at the Lakeland High School varsity basketball game. The six boys took their job very seriously carrying the (heavy) flags and holding them. Jackson was so nervous knowing that so many people were watching him. Especially many of the staff members from Todd's school...he was very serious as you can tell from the picture. After we stayed to watch the game with the rest of the boys.
 I thought when we signed Jackson up for Tiger Cubs it would be something we do here and there...was I wrong!!! It is a lot of work. Jackson and I spend a lot of time at home working on activities, reading and going to Den and Pack meetings. It's a lot of work, but Jackson seems to be enjoying himself...and that's what matters.