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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). Typical time commitment is two Den meetings and one Pack meeting per month.
What does Cub Scouting offer my son?
Cub Scouting offers boys the opportunity to be part of a distinct group that shares a common purpose. Cub Scouting helps fulfill the desire for adventure and allows him to use his imagination while taking part in games, outdoor activities, field trips and more.
How does participation in Cub Scouting coincide with participation other activities?
The Cub Scout program is designed to compliment many other extracurricular activities. Boys can be recognized for these activities though Cub Scout belt loops and pins which are worn with 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.
Do Cub Scouts go camping?
Yes, but they ease into it. They may go camping with a parent, or even with the entire family. More on Cub Scout camping can be found athttp://www.scouting.org/Cub Scouts/activities/outdoor/camping.y.html
What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?
Pack 41 is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families. Some typical annual events include:
- Veteran’s Day Observance
- Holiday Party
- Indoor Snowball fight
- Blue & Gold Banquet
- Father and Son Cake Bake Contest
- Pinewood Derby
- Community Service Activities
- and more!
How much is it going to cost?
The annual Pack 41 dues of $30 covers such items as the National registration fee, pinewood derby kits, and all patches and awards for the year.
Other costs include uniforms and some activity fees. Youth members participate in fund-raising activities, which helps to cover Den supplies, equipment, and other activities.
- Our pack is currently working on ways to reduce uniform fees.
Where can I buy uniforms, pack and den number patches?
The Scout Store is located in Oneonta.
6134 St Hwy 23
Oneonta, N.Y, 13820
Phone number: 1-607-432-6491
(On Route 23 across from Otsego Auto Crushers)
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