Bascom Affair / Ft. Bowie

Ft. Bowie is offering a "hike into history" tomorrow:

http://azstarnet.com/news/local/article_e82fa95f-f19e-5356-9d19-911457024c17.html

Fort Bowie is a National Historic Site. This is the first time in a while they're doing a program, but hopefully they'll continue to do so. They do have a Junior Ranger program and support the Webranger program. These are both fun programs for Cubs and Girl Scouts, so check them out if you get the time.

Happy September

So here we are in September. I've decided I'm going to try to post a little about the outings for the cubbies in the order they appear in the new Den Meeting guide for the different ranks. Some things will combine--there's only so much you can write about a police station visit, whether it's Bears or Tigers.

So let's start with the Tigers for Month 1 - Library, Historical society, Museum, old farm, historical building. You can combine Library, Museum, historical building and (sorta) old farm by going to Colossal Cave. They have a library and museum onsite, and their historical helpers are more than happy to answer any questions. They have buildings made by the CCC and some La Posta Quemada ranch buildings (a ranch is close enough to a farm in these parts, don't you think?)

Bears also have a "historical place of interest" for Month 1. If you have a small pack you may be able to combine these trips.
They often offer an admission discount to scouts so be sure to call ahead.  Depending on how much time you have you may be able to squeeze in a short hike, or even a litter pick-up/conservation project as well. Have a great visit!