Cub Scouting Around the World
You meet and have fun in your neighborhood den and Cub Scout pack. Millions of other boys are also in Cub Scouting across the nation and around the world.
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 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?
Provide help and support for the Den and Pack.
Work with your son on advancement projects and activities.
Attend Pack meetings with your son.
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. Tiger Cubs must go camping with a parent, or even with the entire family. More on Cub Scout camping can be found at http://www.scouting.org/cubscouts/activities/outdoor/camping.y.html
What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?
Pack 3403 is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families. Typical annual events include:
Popcorn & Wreath Sales
Blue & Gold Banquet
Pinewood Derby
Camping - Summer, winter
Sporting events (Twins, gophers, Saints)
Archery, BB gun
Community Service Activities
and more!
How often are the meetings?
Cub Scouts usually meet in their Dens once or twice each month, and a Pack meeting is held for all Cub Scouts and their families once a month. Beyond that, it depends on the Den and Pack: a Den may hold a special activity, such as a service project or visit to a local museum in place of one of the weekly meetings or in addition to the weekly meetings. Likewise, the Pack may conduct a special event such as a campout, or service activity as an additional event, rather than a substitute for its monthly Pack meeting.
Pack 3403 holds Den meetings typically on the First and Second Tuesdays of each month, with a Pack meeting the Third Tuesday.
How much does it cost?
There is a $35 initial signup fee for our pack, however, there are no weekly or annual dues for the pack, as these are handled through various fundraisers throughout the year (car wash, wreath sales, popcorn sales, etc). These fundraisers cover the Cub Scouts for all outings, camping, etc.
How can I learn more?
The best way to learn about what a Cub Scout really does is to talk with a Cub Scout who is engaged in the program. Alternatively, you can learn more about the Cub Scout program by selecting "Contact Cubmaster" (above) and asking questions, or leave your phone number to receive a call from the Cubmaster. The link below also answers many questions on the program by taking you to the Boy Scouts of America, Join Cub Scouts site.
http://joincubscouting.org/