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Cub Scout Pack 177
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
 
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Purposes of Cub Scouting

The Boy Scouts of America began Cub Scouting as a program for younger boys more than 50 years ago. The purposes of Cub Scouting state that Parents, Leaders and Organizations work together to achieve the following: 

·         Influence the development of character and encourage spiritual growth;

·         Develop habits and attitudes of good citizenship;

·         Encourage good sportsmanship and pride in growing strong in mind and body;

·         Improve understanding within the family;

·         Strengthen the ability to get along with and to respect others;

·         Foster a sense of personal achievement by developing new interest and skills;

·         Show how to be helpful and to do one's best;

·         Provide fun and exciting new things to do;

·         Prepare Cubs to become Boy Scouts.

 

The National Office of the Boy Scouts of America is located in Irving, Texas. Within the U.S., there are more than 350 Councils to service over 1,500,000 Cub Scouts. Here in Greater Cincinnati, the Dan Beard Council is divided into area districts that are sub-divided into Cub Scout Packs and Boy Scout Troops.  Pack 177 is one of more than 33 Cub Scout Packs in the Blue Jacket District.

 

The Pack

Pack 177 has been chartered by Moeller Knights of Columbus across from Mercer Elementary. We serve youth living in the surrounding area, primarily at Mercer Elementary.

 

The Pack serves as a "parent" organization to the Dens and provides direction, program support and maintenance of the budget. The Pack is led by the Pack Committee that consists of the Committee Chairman, Cubmaster, representatives from each Den and other volunteer leaders. The Pack leads the local organization and provides organized activities and support for Scouts and leaders.  Packs are divided into Dens of six to ten boys. Dens are made up of boys in the same grade and age, so they can work together to learn skills and earn various awards and rank badges.

 

Cub Scout Ranks

 

1st Grade - Tiger Cubs

The Tiger Cub program is an introduction into Cub Scouting. Each Tiger Cub must have an adult partner (usually a parent or guardian) who participates in each activity with them.  Each Tiger Cub Den is kept organized by a “lead” adult partner called the Den Leader. Tiger Cubs earn orange, white, black, and yellow totem beads for various activities and electives. At the end of the school year, each Cub should have completed the achievements to earn his Tiger Cub Badge.

 

2nd Grade - Wolf Scouts

Wolf Scouts are boys who have completed the first grade, or are eight years of age. Wolf Scouts meet as a Den under the direction of their Den Leader and Assistant Den Leader. The Den Meetings provide an opportunity to play games, learn new skills, go on outings and tours, and to work on achievements. Twelve achievements must be completed in order to earn the Wolf Badge.

 

3rd Grade - Bear Scouts

Bear Scouts are made up of boys who have completed the second grade or are nine years of age. God, Country, Family and Self are the main themes of the twelve achievements required to earn Bear Rank. Bear Den Meetings are similar to the meetings held by Wolves. Scouts will learn new skills and work on achievements both at home and in Den Meetings.

 

4th and 5th Grades - Webelos Scouts

Webelos is the last rank in Cub Scouting. It is an acronym for “We’ll Be Loyal Scouts.” Under the direction of the Den Leader and assistant(s), Webelos Scouts will work to earn Activity Pins for a wide variety of hobby and career activities ranging from science to sports. They also work towards the Webelos Badge and finally the Arrow of Light Award, Cub Scouting’s highest honor.

 


 

Den Meetings

Tiger Cub Dens meet two times a month, once for a Den Meeting and once for a “Go See It” field trip. Their Den Meetings include the Scouts and their adult partners. Each Den has a volunteer Den Leader, but all adult partners work cooperatively to plan and host the meetings. Typically each Scout/Partner team is assigned an activity from the Tiger Cub Handbook to plan and host, and will be responsible for a Den Meeting or a “Go See It” outing to a local point of interest.

 

Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Den Meetings are held twice a month for 1 or 2 hours. Den Meetings can be held at a Leader’s home, Knights of Columbus, or other venue depending on the activity. Although the Den Leader and Assistant Den Leader are responsible for coordinating and running the Den Meetings, each Scout’s family will play an active role in the Scout activities, at the meetings and at home.

 

Den Meetings are scheduled to help the Cubs earn one or more of the achievements toward their ranks. Sometimes they may center on a National Scout theme or seasonal events. The activities at the Den Meetings vary widely from games, crafts, skills work, field trips, etc. 

 

Pack Meetings

Pack Meetings and activities are held monthly. Meetings are held at Moeller Knights of Columbus or other local venues. The Pack Meetings may include award ceremonies, Den skits, guest speakers, competitions, activities or special outings.

 

The Pack meetings are intended for the entire family. It is a time for the entire Pack and their families to get together to learn and celebrate each other’s accomplishments over the past month. Some Pack Meetings are for special programs, including the annual Blue & Gold Banquet to celebrate Scouting’s birthday, and the Pinewood Derby.

 

Pack Meetings occur during the school year. While Pack 177 does not meet formally over the summer, we encourage each Scout family to participate in our summer activities, such as Resident Camp and our end of summer pool party.

Other Activities

The Dan Beard Council, Blue Jacket District and Pack 177 participate in many special activities throughout the year. These activities range from service projects that help the community, to special camp events at the Cub World camp in Loveland. We also have family events such as attending sporting events and overnight camping trips.

 

Uniforms

The Cub Scout uniform for Pack 177 consists of an official shirt, neckerchief with slide, belt, cap, pants, and insignia patches, and should be worn to all Pack meetings. Uniform costs are the responsibility of the Scout’s family; however, the cost of the uniform can be earned through fundraising. 

 

Fees

The registration fee pays for registration with the Boy Scouts of America, unit insurance, rank badges, awards, and other Pack needs. An additional option is for a subscription to Boys Life magazine, which focuses on Scouting.  Depending on the nature of the activity, Den Leaders may ask for a fee to cover the costs associated with the particular activity. Some Pack events may also require a nominal activity fee.  In Pack 177, there are den dues and pack dues to cover the cost of activities or supplies needed to complete the achievement.

 

Volunteers

Parent volunteers are the heart of the Cub Scout program. Each group of boys needs a Den Leader and Assistant Den Leader, and these positions are filled through the parents of the boys involved. Registration and training are provided by the Pack for those who are interested in helping. Many other positions are needed to help make the program a success.  If you'd like to help in any capacity, please contact the Michelle Swenson, 513-315-6662, michelle.e.swenson@gmail.com. Remember that Cub Scout Packs don't exist without volunteer leadership.

 

Interested?

Come join us for our Registration night on Thursday, September 5th at 6:30 p.m. in Mercer Elementary Cafeteria. Pack Leaders will be on hand to talk about the program, register interested youth, collect fees (bring a checkbook please), and recruit volunteer leaders.  If you cannot make it and would still like to sign up, please contact Michelle Swenson, 513-315-6662, michelle.e.swenson@gmail.com