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Frequently Asked Questions:
What uniform should my scout wear to the pack meetings?
Scouts should wear their class A uniform to pack meetings.
What uniform should my scout wear to den meetings?
The proper uniform for a scout to wear at den meetings is the class A uniform.
What are the annual dues for a Cub Scout?
Annual dues for each boy participating in Cub Scouts are $70.00. Dues are usually due by the October Pack meeting and should be submitted in an envelope labeled with the scout's name, den number, and pack number. Checks should be made payable to "Pack 232".
What is a "class A" uniform?
The class A uniform is composed of the official, blue, button-up cub scout shirt, with appropriate patches and badges, blue pants (either long or short, jeans are acceptable), cub scout neckerchief and slide, cub scout belt, and cub scout hat. The class A uniform should be worn whenever the scouts are interacting in their capacity as Cub Scouts with the general public, or whenever the occasion is considered to be formal or official. For instance, class A uniforms are always worn at Pack meetings, fundraisers, and Cub Scout hosted festivals and events.
What is a "class B" uniform?
A class B uniform is composed of any t-shirt or sweat shirt with a cub scout logo, and the scout's choice of shorts or pants. The class B uniform is worn when the occasion is not formal, the scouts are not interfacing with the general public representing scouting, and when the scouts are expected to engage in activities for which the full uniform would be inapropriate. For instance, class B uniforms would be appropriate for a scout hike, camping trip, or athletic event.
Where is the Scout Shop?
The Scout Shop nearest our pack is at the BSA district headquarters located on Interstate North Parkway. The address is:
1800 Circle 75 Parkway, SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
The phone number is: (770) 989-8820.
What kind of training is required for Cub Scout leaders?
Properly trained leaders are very important to the Boy Scouts of America. Their goal is for 100% of their leaders to be fully trained.
If you are a new leader you will need the following training: Cub Scout Fast Start Leader Training (Go to http://www.atlantabsa.org/training.htm to complete this training online and let the Pack's Committee Chair know once you have completed it so they can keep our pack records up-to-date); Indoor Leader Training (It is taught twice a year, usually in October and February. You get a lot of valuable information in this class.); Youth Protection Training (You can take this training at the Atlanta BSA website as well or you can watch the Pack video. If you would prefer to watch the video, please let the Pack's Committee Chair know and we'll get you the video.)
There is also some additional training that should be taken before you take your Cub Scouts camping. Please let the Pack's Committee Chair know if you need additional information on this outdoor leader training.
What is the Cub Scout Promise?
While making the scout sign, the scout says:
"I, (scout's name), promise to do my best, To do my duty to God and my country, To help other people, and To obey the law of the pack."
What is the Law of the Pack?
"The Cub Scout follows Akela. The Cub Scout helps the pack go. The pack helps the Cub Scout grow. The Cub Scout gives good will."
What is the Cub Scout Motto?
Do Your Best
What is the Tiger Cub motto?
Search, Discover, Share
What are the responsibilities of a Tiger Cub Den Leader?
The main responsibilities of the Tiger Cub den leader can be summarized as follows:
Work directly with other den and pack leaders to ensure that their den is an active and successful part of the pack.
Coordinate shared leadership among the Tiger Cub adult partners, ensuring that all adult partners help plan, conduct, and prepare for den meetings and Go See It outings on a rotating basis and that the den activities provide advancement opportunities for the boys in the den.
Attend pack leaders' meetings.
Lead the den at the monthly pack activity.
Ensure the transition of Tiger Cubs into a Wolf den at the end of the year.
What do I need to do before taking my scouts on a trip?
Official Boy Scouts of America policy requires that you file a "Local Tour Permit Application" with the local service center at least two weeks prior to your trip, if it takes you less than 500 miles from home. An approved application is required for you and your scouts to be covered under the BSA's liability insurance. If your trip requires traveling more than 500 miles, or takes you out of the United States, you must file a "National Tour Permit Application", instead. Additionally, if your trip involves camping, you must have at least one adult leader with you who has completed the official BSA Outdoor Leader Training course. Both tour applications are available from the "Links & Resources" page of this site.
What are the parts of a Bear scout's uniform?
Bear Book, Blue Cub Scout Short Sleeve Shirt, Cub Scout Belt, Cub Scout Hat (optional), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Den Strip Patch, Pack # Patches (232). We do not require the pants, we allow the boys to wear jeans.
What are the parts of Tiger scout's uniform?
Tiger Book, Blue Cub Scout Short Sleeve Shirt (buy a little big to last 3 years), Cub Scout Belt, Cub Scout Hat (optional), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Den Strip Patch, Pack # Patches (232). We do not require the pants, we allow the boys to wear jeans.
What are the parts of a Wolf scout's uniform?
Wolf Book, Blue Cub Scout Short Sleeve Shirt (buy a little big to last 2 years), Cub Scout Belt, Cub Scout Hat (optional), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Den Strip Patch, Pack # Patches (232). We do not require the pants, we allow the boys to wear jeans.
What are the parts of a Webelo's uniform?
Webelos Book, Tan Boy Scout Short Sleeve Shirt, Webelos Scout Belt (suggest the Blue scout belt with Webelos buckle so that the belt loops earned can be worn, they do not fit on the green boy scout belt, it is your option), Webelos Scout Hat (optional), Blue Shoulder Loops, Webelos colors (optional, to display activities pins, can put in hat but sometimes fall out), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Patrol Patch (need to check with your leader to see which one), Pack # Patches (232). We do not require the pants, we allow the boys to wear jeans.
What are the parts of a male leader's (den leader, assistant den leader, pack management) uniform?
Tan Adult Leader Scout Shirt, Green Boy Scout Belt (optional), Boy Scout Leader Hat (optional - also choice of styles), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief) or Bolo tie (your option), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Den Strip Patch (patrol patch for Webelos leaders), Pack # Patches (232), den leader or assistant den leader patch (Webelos leader patches for Webelos), Scout socks (optional). We do not require the pants or shorts – some leaders wear them, most wear jeans.
What are the parts of a female leader's uniform?
Tan or Yellow Adult Leader Scout Shirt, Green or blue Boy Scout belt (optional – if choose to buy color depends on shirt color – green with tan, blue with yellow), Neckerchief slide (we provide the neckerchief) or Bolo tie (your option), Atlanta Area Council Patch, World Crest Patch, Den Strip Patch (patrol patch for Webelos leaders), Pack # Patches (232), den leader or assistant den leader patch (Webelos leader patches for Webelos), Scout socks (optional). We do not require the pants, shorts, or skirts – some leaders wear them, most wear jeans or casual pants.
When will I start receiving my subscription to Boy's Life?
It usually takes a few months. If you joined the Pack in September, you should expect them to begin arriving about December or January. Then you will get 2-3 in a 2 day time frame to catch you up!
What is the Blue & Gold Banquet?
The Blue & Gold Banquet is a an annual banquet and party held by each Cub Scout Pack. Traditionally, its held in February to coincide with the month of Scouting's birthday. In our Pack, the Blue & Gold replaces the February Pack meeting, and includes a catered meal, door prizes, a dessert contest, and the "crossing-over" ceremony for the Pack's Webelo II scouts.
The "Crossing-Over" ceremony recognizes the scouts who are leaving the Pack and possibly moving on to Boy Scouts. They receive their Arrow of Light, which is the highest award possible for a Cub Scout to earn, in a very impressive and solemn ceremony.
How can my son join Cub Scouts?
The Cub Scout program is open to all boys in first grade through fifth grade. If your son will be starting first through fifth grade this August, then he's eligible to join. Sixth graders and older would participate as a Boy Scout.
While its possible to join at any time, the best (and easiest) time to join is during Scouting's annual recruiting drive, which takes place in September. Area elementary schools will host a "School Night For Scouting" reception one evening during the first two weeks of September. The specific dates, locations, and additional information about School Night For Scouting should be sent home with your son from school during the first few weeks of the new year.
School Night For Scouting includes a presentation for the parents with information on how to join, Scouting's mission, and what paperwork is required. It also will include representatives from several area Packs, who usually have displays of the activities and events their Pack participates in each year. Parents and boys are encouraged to talk with the Packs represented and, if interested, select one to join. Most often, the selection is based on location, but it may also be selected on the chartering organization (for example a church or neighborhood) which the family already has a relationship with. The Pack representatives will have a registration form that can be completed that evening.
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