WHAT IS CUB SCOUTING 1 2 3 4

WHAT IS CUB SCOUTING? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Program for youth in grades K through 5 Builds Character Teaches Citizenship Strengthens Families Tons of FUN!!

• WHAT PARENTS WANT • Bring the family together • Help youth develop • Connect with others • Learn to get along • Build self-confidence • Be Happy

WHAT YOUTH WANT • FUN! • Make new friends • Master new skills • Recognition and praise • Have Fun!!!

• SCOUTING ACTIVITIES • • Family Camping Day Camp – Twilight Camp Overnight Summer Camp Hiking, Fishing, Crafts and more. .

HOW DOES IT WORK? • Den Meetings – Small groups organized by grade • Meeting Plans – How to run each meeting • Pack Meetings & Activities – Family Events combining all dens • Boys’ Life – Scouting magazine just for kids • District & Council Events – Community Wide Activities

ADVANCEMENT • Age based rank -Assigned by grade • Awards and badges Connecting effort and success • Recognition -Celebrating achievement and building self-confidence

PACK ORGANIZATION Youth Den Leaders Webelos Leaders Assistan t Assistant Cubmaster Pack Committee Chartered Partner Mid-Iowa Council

• FINANCE • Registration Fees • Dues / Uniform • Money Earning Projects • Family Giving – “Friends of Scouting” • United Way Support

NEW LEADER TRAINIG • Basic Leader Training for new adult leaders • Youth Protection Training • Monthly Email Newsletter • Online resources and handbooks

RESESTRATION To register youth: • Complete on-line form • Pay the annual registration fee • Boys’ Life Subscription (recommended) • To register adults: • Complete on-line form • Pay the annual registration fee • Insurance, training costs, and Scouting magazine subscription is included