What is Scouting...Can My Son Join?
What is Cub Scouts & how does it work?
Cub Scouts is a year-round program with focused Den and Pack activities and learning opportunities from September to May, with an annual campout in June. The program year begins in September, however boys can join throughout the year. The program offers fun activities, service projects, ceremonies, and games that promote character development, citizenship, and physical fitness. Dens will typically meet twice a month at Chloe Clark, and the Pack will meet once a month somewhere in the local area.
Family involvement is an essential part of Cub Scouting, and parents are encouraged to play an active role in the program. Through interaction with parents, leaders, and friends, boys learn cooperation, compassion, and courage. This family- and community-centered approach to learning means that Cub Scouting is truly time well spent.
What are the ages for Cub Scouting?
Cub Scouting is designed for boys entering 1st through 5th grades in the fall, generally ages 7-11. Each den is divided by grade level as follows:
1st Grade is Tigers
2nd Grade is Wolves
3rd Grade is Bears
4th & 5th Grades are Webelos, which stands for "We'll be Loyal Scouts". Once a boy is halfway through 5th grade, they can choose to move on and join Boy Scouts.
Kindergarteners and other siblings are welcome to join at each summer's Campout with parental supervision.
How much does it cost to participate?
What does a Cub Scout do?
Pack Events - Once a month, generally on the last Monday of the month, the entire Pack meets to complete group activities, e.g. community service, present recognition and awards, compete in the Pinewood Derby, take night hikes, etc. Additional fall and spring activities and participation in the Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day are also completed.
Den Activities - One to two times per month, the individual dens meet to complete thematic elements required for advancement to the next program level. Typically at Chloe Clark from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
Uniform Information
You can purchase uniform items at the Pacific Harbors Council shop, or Tumwater Supply shop or online at the Boy Scouts of America website (check Ebay too...often you can find great deals on the shirts and hats). We'll also have used items available from time to time from boys who've outgrown their items. Email us if this interests you. Please note that refunds for boys who register, but later decide not to participate, are only available until November 15th.
Cub Scout & Webelos Uniform Overview for Pack 472
Cub Scouts is a year-round program with focused Den and Pack activities and learning opportunities from September to May, with an annual campout in June. The program year begins in September, however boys can join throughout the year. The program offers fun activities, service projects, ceremonies, and games that promote character development, citizenship, and physical fitness. Dens will typically meet twice a month at Chloe Clark, and the Pack will meet once a month somewhere in the local area.
Family involvement is an essential part of Cub Scouting, and parents are encouraged to play an active role in the program. Through interaction with parents, leaders, and friends, boys learn cooperation, compassion, and courage. This family- and community-centered approach to learning means that Cub Scouting is truly time well spent.
What are the ages for Cub Scouting?
Cub Scouting is designed for boys entering 1st through 5th grades in the fall, generally ages 7-11. Each den is divided by grade level as follows:
1st Grade is Tigers
2nd Grade is Wolves
3rd Grade is Bears
4th & 5th Grades are Webelos, which stands for "We'll be Loyal Scouts". Once a boy is halfway through 5th grade, they can choose to move on and join Boy Scouts.
Kindergarteners and other siblings are welcome to join at each summer's Campout with parental supervision.
How much does it cost to participate?
- $33 - Registration Cost (Annual BSA Fees. This is the only component transferable between Packs/Units)
- $100 - Pack Dues (in lieu of fundraising activities)
- $8 - Approximate prorated Registration Fee for new Scouts only; $33 BSA Fee is for the calendar year so returning Scouts are covered through the end of this year from the BSA Fee paid last September.
- $59 - Approximate Uniform Expense (Shirt, Hat, Belt, and Required Badges)
- $12 - (Optional) Boys Life Magazine
- $40 - (Optional) Activities cost for Parents (Cubs cost is always covered for these. Parents and non-Cub Scout siblings pay their way)
What does a Cub Scout do?
Pack Events - Once a month, generally on the last Monday of the month, the entire Pack meets to complete group activities, e.g. community service, present recognition and awards, compete in the Pinewood Derby, take night hikes, etc. Additional fall and spring activities and participation in the Polar Bear Plunge on New Year's Day are also completed.
Den Activities - One to two times per month, the individual dens meet to complete thematic elements required for advancement to the next program level. Typically at Chloe Clark from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
Uniform Information
You can purchase uniform items at the Pacific Harbors Council shop, or Tumwater Supply shop or online at the Boy Scouts of America website (check Ebay too...often you can find great deals on the shirts and hats). We'll also have used items available from time to time from boys who've outgrown their items. Email us if this interests you. Please note that refunds for boys who register, but later decide not to participate, are only available until November 15th.
Cub Scout & Webelos Uniform Overview for Pack 472
