Frequently Asked Questions
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 and present his advancement awards to him at the pack meeting.
- 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. They may go camping with a parent, or even with the entire family, which is what Pack 337 encourages.
What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?
Pack 337 is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families. Typical annual events include:
- Fall Campout
- Scouting for Food
- Cake Decorating Contest
- Photo Night
- Blue & Gold Banquet
- Pinewood Derby
- Spring Campout
- Summer Day Camp
- Bike Rodeo
- Space Derby / Raingutter Regatta
- Bowling, Skating and Pool Parties
- Weed Pulls and other community services
- and much more!
How much is it going to cost?
The annual Pack 337 dues of $100 covers such items as the Council registration fee, all patches and awards for the full school year (Sept. 2014 - Aug. 2015).
Other costs include uniforms, handbooks, and some activity fees including those for the Day Camp, Resident Camps and some den activities. Youth members participate in fund-raising activities (popcorn & scout book sales), which helps to cover Den supplies, equipment, and other activities.