Local Scouts Give Back to Pete’s
Photo courtesy of Jennifer J. Petrick
First Row: Westley Thomas (Pack 722), Ian Thomas (Troop 708), Jessica Jenson (Pete’s Ace Hardware Representative), and Jason Zasa (Pack 722 and Troop 2708). Second Row: Matt Thomas (Troop 708 Assistant Scout Master and Pack 722 Den Leader), Dylan Thomas (Troop 708), Jonathan Dempsey (Troop 722), Lena Dempsey (Troop 2722), Bennett Wieser (Troop 722), and Chris Dempsey (Troop 722 Scoutmaster)
On December 30th, several Boy Scouts of America cubs, scouts, and adult scout leaders got together to celebrate Pete’s Ace Hardware for their years of support to the community and scouting program.
The scouts personally thanked Jessica Jenson on behalf of the entire Pete’s team for their participation in supporting scouting. A certificate of appreciation and a basket of gifts were presented as a show of gratitude. Those onhand for the presentation included scouts and leaders from Pack 722, Troop 722, Troop 2722, Troop 708, and Troop 2708.
A Castro Valley fixture since 1926, fourth generation family-operated business (and the oldest in town), Pete’s Ace Hardware at 2569 Castro Valley Boulevard, has served the community by supporting local service organizations.
During each fall and winter, scouts are allowed to sell popcorn and holiday items outside the store, where they “earn to learn". Proceeds from sales help fund summer camp fees, where scouts achieve rank advancements and merit badge specialization.
There are many scout troops in Castro Valley. All youth ages 11 to 17 are welcome. To find out more about scouting, go online to beascout.scouting.org.
