Welcome to Pack 7 Cub Scouting 101 Welcome

Welcome to Pack 7 Cub Scouting 101 *

Welcome to Pack 7 • Cub Scout Ranks • Why Join Cub Scouting • The Methods of Cub Scouting • Pack Leadership and Committee Membership • Cub Scout Uniforms • Pack and Den Meetings • Scoutlander Website • How To Stay Informed • How You Can Help *

Cub Scout Ranks • Tiger Cubs - First Grade • Wolf Cubs – Second Grade • Bear Cubs – Third Grade • Webelos I – Fourth Grade • Webelos II – Fifth Grade • Crossover *

Why Join Scouting • The overall aims of scouting are: • To develop a boy’s character • To train him in good citizenship • To encourage him to become more fit— physically, mentally, and morally *

The Core Values of Cub Scouting 1. Citizenship 7. Honesty 2. Compassion 8. Perseverance 3. Cooperation 9. Positive attitude 4. Courage 10. Resourcefulness 5. Faith 11. Respect 6. Health and fitness 12. Responsibility *

The Purposes of Cub Scouting • Character Development • Spiritual Growth • Good Citizenship • Sportsmanship and Fitness • Family Understanding • Respectful Relationships • Personal Achievement • Friendly Service • Fun and Adventure • Preparation for Boy Scouts *

The Methods of Cub Scouting • The ideals: The Cub Scout Promise, the Law of the Pack, and the Cub Scout sign, handshake, motto, and salute all teach good citizenship and contribute to a boy’s sense of belonging. • The den: Boys like to belong to a group. The den is the place where boys learn new skills and develop interests in new things. They have fun in den meetings, during indoor and outdoor activities, and on field trips. As part of a small group of six to eight boys, they are able to learn sportsmanship and good citizenship. They learn how to get along with others. They learn how to do their best, not just for themselves but also for the den. • Advancement: Recognition is important to boys. The advancement plan provides fun for the boys, gives them a sense of personal achievement as they earn badges, and strengthens family understanding. Cub Scout leaders and adult family members work with boys on advancement projects. *

The Methods of Cub Scouting • Family involvement: Family involvement is an essential part of Cub Scouting. When we speak of parents or families, we are not referring to any particular family structure. Some boys live with two parents, some live with one parent, some have foster parents, and some live with other relatives or guardians. Whomever a boy calls his family in Cub Scouting. • Activities: In Cub Scouting, boys participate in a wide variety of den and pack activities, such as games, projects, skits, stunts, songs, outdoor activities, and trips. Also, the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program and Cub Scouting’s Fun for the Family include activities that encourage personal achievement and family involvement. *

The Methods of Cub Scouting • Home- and neighborhood-centered: Cub Scouting meetings and activities happen in urban areas, in rural communities, in large cities, in small towns—wherever boys live. • The uniform: The Cub Scout uniform helps build pride, loyalty, and self-respect. Wearing the uniform to all den and pack meetings and activities also encourages a neat appearance, a sense of belonging, and good behavior. • Making Character Connections: Throughout the program, leaders learn to identify and use character lessons in activities so boys can learn to know, commit, and practice the 12 core values of Cub Scouting. Character Connections are included in all the methods of Cub Scouting and are the program themes for monthly pack meetings. *

Pack Leadership and Committee Membership • Cub Scouting is a Family Activity • Tiger Cubs Require One Parent per Scout at Each Meeting • Cub Scouting Requires “Two-Deep Leadership” • At Least Two Adults Must Accompany the Scouts at All Events • Leadership is Provided by Volunteers • All Parents Are Invited to Participate in Our Monthly Committee Meetings • We meet at 8: 00 pm after the first Den Meeting every month. *

Cub Scout Uniforms • New Scouts Will Need a Complete Uniform • Shirt with Pack Numerals and Council Patch • Neckerchief and Slide • May Be Available as Hand-Me-Downs • Navy Belt, Blue Shorts/Slacks (SAS Uniform) or Blue Jeans • Uniforms, Patches, and Other Quality Gear May be Purchased from Scout Store • Located in Osgood Landing - 1600 Osgood Street North Andover, MA *

Cub Scout Uniforms • Scouts Always Wear Their Uniforms To: • Pack Meetings • Den Meetings • Pack 7 T-shirts are for outdoor activities and when the Den Leader directs wearing the T-Shirt *

Pack Meetings and Den Meetings • Pack Meetings Are Held Once A Month – August through May • St. Rita’s Church Hall or other Parish Locations • Den Meetings Are Held Every Friday Evening • Pack and Den Schedule is located on the Scoutlander Website • Please Attend Pack Meetings and Den Meetings *

Scoutlander Website http: //www. scoutlander. com Great location for Pack and Den Information *

How Do I Stay Informed? • Please ensure that your Den Leader has your contact information • Please log into the Scoutlander Website • Schedule is located here • Den Leader Information is here • The Primary means of Pack communication is via MEETINGS and EMAIL …please let your child’s Den Leader know if these methods are not working for you. *

How You Can Help The Pack Grow • Adult Leaders VOLUNTEER their time and talent to Scouts • Years of commitment at many levels are available • Benefits far exceed the time expended • You become a major, positive influence on our community’s youth through the Pack, and the Nation through the Scouting Program • If you are NOT Leading, then our Scouts will miss out! • A key Leadership Role for your child to model in his own life • If you are here for the meetings, it takes a just a little more effort and work to become a trained leader – only 1 hour a week! *

Thank You! You Make Pack 7 A Great Place Thanks For Being A Cub Scout Parent *