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Are you new to Scouting and have questions about the program? The below should help you!
Cub Scout Parent Orientation
| Scouting Introduction
| Be A Scout (Cub Scout version)
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Below is a link to a BSA National site that answers common questions about Cub Scouting:
- Joining Cub Scouting
- The Cub Scout Program
- Uniform and Supplies
- Advancement and Awards
Here is some basic information about Cub Scouting in general and Pack 580 in particular
Cub Scouting is a year-round program uniquely designed to meet the needs of young boys and their parents. The program offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Service projects, ceremonies, games, and other activities guide boys through the core values and give them a sense of personal achievement. Through positive peer group interaction and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery, and respect. Family involvement is an essential part of Cub Scouting and parents are encouraged to play an active role in the program. Through interaction between parents, leaders, and friends, boys learn citizenship, compassion, and courage. This family-and community-centered approach to learning means that Cub Scouting is truly time well spent.
What are the requirements to join Cub Scouts?Tiger Cubs (entering first grade or age 7), Cub Scouts (entering second or third grade, or age 8 or 9), Webelos Scouts (entering fourth or fifth grade, or age 10).
What does Cub Scouting offer my son?Cub Scouting offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Service projects, ceremonies, games, and other activities guide boys through the core values and give them a sense of personal achievement. Through positive peer group interaction and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery, and respect.
How does participation in Cub Scouting affect participation in other activities?The Cub Scout program is designed to compliment many other extracurricular activities. Typical time commitment is two Den meetings and one Pack meeting per month. Boys who participate in organized sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, swimming, gymnastics, etc, or academic-based extracurricular activities like music, art, science etc., can be recognized for these activities though Cub Scout belt loops and pins which are worn on their uniform.
What are the responsibilities of a parent?
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- Provide help and support for the den and pack.
- Work with your son on advancement projects and activities.
- Attend pack meetings with your son and present his advancement awards to him at the pack meeting.
- Attend and assist with den outings.
- Attend Cub Scout Family campouts with your son.
Do Cub Scouts go camping?Yes, but they ease into it. They may go camping with a parent, or even with the entire family. More on Cub Scout camping can be found on the BSA National web site here: BSA National Cub Scout Camping Guidelines
What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?Our pack is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families. Typical annual events include: - Snowshoe hike
- Scouting for Food
- Caroling for Cans
- Blue & Gold Banquet
- Pinewood Derby
- Rocket Launch
- Community Service Activities
- Family Camp
- Cub Scout Day Camp (July)
- and more!
How much is it going to cost?The annual pack dues covers such items as the National BSA registration fee, Boys' Life Magazine, and many of the patches and awards for the year (through June). Contact the Committee Chair or Cubmaster for a prorated dues schedule, if joining in mid-year.Other costs include uniforms and some activity fees. If you can't make it to the Scout Shop, and are comfortable specifying your son's shirt size (S/M/L), they will also take phone orders and ship via UPS. Alternatively, you can order everything online from the BSA retail store at ScoutStuff.Org
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