The 33rd Annual

2026 Arctic Blast

 All Cub Scouts Invited!

Saturday, Feb. 7th, 2026

What is it?   Arctic Blast, sponsored by White Buffalo District, is a fun activity for all registered Cub Scouts in Quivira Council. This one-day Winter Olympics event provides youth a chance to be active in the outdoors during the winter, competing at several activities and games.

Activities?   Scouts from each pack should form teams of 4-5 youth to participate (different ages / ranks can join in one den for the day). Each team needs to bring their own sled (ones with runners are the best). Because this activity is designed for winter weather, be sure to dress appropriately: wear a hat/gloves, dress in layers, & wear proper footwear (no sneakers in snow/rain). Each person should bring a refillable cup & a sack lunch, or cash for the Klondike Kafe (snacks, hot chocolate, etc.). Only Cub Scouts are allowed to participate in the events. Troop Scouters and Adult Scout leaders will staff the event; adult partners, especially of Lion-Wolf Cubs, heavily encouraged to assist their Cubs.

When & Where?  Saturday, February 7th, 2026. Check-in begins at 8:30a.m. Activities will begin at 9:00a.m. and will conclude at noon. This is an all-weather event, so please Be Prepared. Event will be held at Lake Afton Park Pavilion (look for the signs). Pack leaders are responsible for coordinating transportation: please arrive and depart together. Please have 1 leader per Pack check in, to avoid congestion at the check-in table inside the Lake Afton Park Pavilion (look for the signs).

All packs must have paid, two-deep leadership in accordance with Youth Protection Guidelines, and all adults must have completed Youth Protection Training.

Cost?  $8/Cub Scout and $6/registered Adult (includes event activities and patch), through January 5, 2026. After January 5, 2026, fees increase to $10 per Scout and $8per registered Adult. 

Last day to register online is Friday, January 23rd.

Refunds are not available, but fees are transferable to another Scout or Adult.   This is an All-Weather event so Please Be Prepared!

Registration is online only. Walk-ins at $10/Scout and $8/Adult pricing accepted the day of, though patches may not be available for walk-ins. Register at www.quivira.org, Camping & Events, 2026 Arctic Blast.  Pre-registration is required. Registrations are not considered complete until payment (made by credit card or electronic check) is submitted.
Patches NOT guaranteed for participants/staff registered/paid for after Jan. 5, 2026.

Liability, as well as Sickness & Accident Insurance, are provided for all registered members of the Quivira Council. 
 

More Info? Please go to www.quivira.org – Things to do or contact:
Event Director: Terry Osburn  TerryOsburn1@gmail.com  785-259-5885
Staff Advisor: Lauryn Gaines     lauryn.gaines@scouting.org     316.369.0671