Resources for new and returning parents!
Introduction to Scouting
The following video should help you understand with some of the terms and phrases that you might be unfamiliar with related to Scouting.
Please note that our pack provides the following to all new scouts:
- The Scout handbook appropriate to your scout’s den
- Neck kerchief and slide appropriate to your scout’s den
- A pack T-Shirt that can be used for informal events; also known as a Class B uniform
Packs and Dens oh my!
Cub scouts are organized into dens and packs. The Scouting website has additional info on how Cub Scouting is organized.
A small group of Cub Scouts who are the same gender and in the same grade. The ideal size is 6 to 8 Cub Scouts.
Den Leaders
An adult, usually a parent, serves as a Den Leader. They carry out the activities related to adventures as they are presented in the Cub Scout’s handbook and the Den Leader Guide.
The pack is made up of several dens. The make up and size of the pack varies based on local interest and resources. Each pack is identified by a number.
Cubmaster
The leader of the pack meeting is the Cubmaster. In addition to serving as the master of ceremonies the Cubmaster provides support to Den Leaders.
Made up of parents, leaders, and other caring adults the pack committee works to support den leaders and the cubmaster.
Pack Committee Chair
The top volunteer in the pack is the Pack Committee Chair. They are responsible for ensuring enough qualified adult volunteers are in place to provide the program. They lead the pack committee meetings.
This is the organization that partners with the Boy Scouts of America to deliver a Scouting program. They adopt Scouting to serve the youth in the community.
Chartered Organization Representative
This person appoints the Pack Committee Chair and approves all adult leaders. They provide resources from the chartered organization.
Cub Scout Adventures
Cub Scout advance by completing adventures. Most adventure requirements can be met by attending one or two meetings; while some of the requirements need some additional at-home work.
See below for a full list of adventure by Den (grade) level.