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Boy Scouts of America Pacific Skyline Council - Stanford District
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IntroductionThe Purposes of Cub ScoutingCub Scouting has nine
purposes: to
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The
pack leadership consists of the Chartered Organization Representative, the Pack
Committee, the Pack Committee Chairman, Cubmaster, Den Leaders, and Den Leader
Coaches. A leader must be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by
the chartered organization and registered as an adult leader of the BSA. All
adult leaders must attend Youth Protection and Cub Scout Leader Basic Training,
a one-day training course organized by the council.
The pack is run by the Pack Committee, which is headed by the Committee Chairman. In Pack 80, all adult leaders are committee members. The Committee meets once each month to plan pack meetings and other pack activities. A description of each leadership element follows.
The
chartered organization representative is the direct contact between the pack and
the chartered organization. This individual is also the organization’s contact
with the district committee and the local council. The chartered organization
representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting
member of the council. The chartered organization representative’s
responsibilities are to:
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The
Pack Committee takes care of the administrative needs of the pack and is similar
to a government cabinet. It is organized and chaired by the Pack Committee
Chairperson. There are positions in the committee for treasurer, secretary,
advancement chairman, and religious award coordinator. The Committee doesn’t
"own" the pack; it is simply an administrative arm of the chartered
organization. The committee is responsible for:
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The
Pack Committee Chairperson organizes and facilitates the running of the Pack
committee. This person works with the Cubmaster to make sure that the
responsibilities of the Pack Committee are being met and represents the Pack to
the local council. The Pack Committee Chairperson is responsible for:
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The
Cubmaster is actively involved with the scouts and leaders on a weekly basis.
The Cubmaster is responsible for:
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The
Den Leader Coach is an experienced leader who helps other leaders who are taking
over a new Den. The den leader coach is responsible for:
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Den
Leaders plan and organize den meetings and keep track of the scouts’
advancements. Den Leaders should try to engage the parents in the den meetings,
both to make the Den Leader’s job easier and to increase the scouts’
enjoyment. The Cub Scout Den Leader is responsible for:
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Must
be an older Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Explorer who has been a Boy Scout.
Preferably a former Cub Scout, ideally at least First Class rank. Selected by
the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster or Varsity Scout Coach or Explorer
Advisor upon request by the Cubmaster. Approved by the Cubmaster and pack
committee for recommendation to the den leader. Registered as a youth member of
a troop, team, or post. The Cub Scout den chief's responsibilities are to:
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Parents
play an important role in Pack 80. The leaders will do their best to provide a
quality program, but all the leaders are volunteers and have other obligations.
We depend on parents to help maintain the excellent program we have established.
We
ask every parent to help the pack in some capacity. You should do your share in
organizing den meetings and working with the den leader of your son’s den. In
addition, you should help with at least one pack activity a year (e.g. Pinewood
Derby, Blue & Gold Dinner, or an outing). A parent should attend the pack
meetings together with the Cub Scout.
Most
dens meet at least twice a month. At least two adults are
required to be present at all times. In Pack 80, each den has a designated den
leader. Den activities are for the scouts present. Parents are asked to
understand that the scout’s siblings that attend can detract from the
experience for the scout and take the leaders time away from their job. In
addition, many activities are not age-appropriate for younger children. Parents
may want to bring a quiet activity for siblings.
Each
Den sets its own schedule for meetings. You should contact the Den Leader for
your son’s grade level for the latest information on meeting times.
The
Pack meetings usually are on the fourth Wednesday of the month. Pack meetings are for
all the scouts of Pack 80. We expect a parent or the whole family to attend the
pack meeting. When not announced differently, pack meetings are at the
Presbyterian Church at the corner of Cuesta Dr and Miramonte Ave in Mountain
View at 7 PM. Please arrive early so the meeting can start on time.
Pack
meetings generally consist of awards ceremonies, group projects, and
announcements about Pack activities. There are many special events: family
campouts, field trips, etc. We usually have one special event each six weeks and
three major events over the summer break.
Leaders
of Pack 80 discuss organizational matters, future events and exchange ideas.
These meetings are held the first Monday of the month, after the first Thursday
of the month. The first Thursday of the month is District Leaders Roundtable.
Roundtable
is for the exchange of information and announcements for leaders of the whole
district. Leaders are encouraged to attend roundtable. Parents are welcome.
These are held the first Thursday evening of each month at 7:30 PM at Los Altos
LDS Church.
Scouts
work their way through Cub Scouts doing activities that are fun and challenging.
The activities are carefully chosen to be age-appropriate and emphasize learning
by doing. They are designed to:
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Influence a boy’s character development and spiritual growth. |
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Encourage good sportsmanship and pride in growing strong in mind and body. |
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Improve understanding within the family. |
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Strengthen a boy’s ability to get along with others. |
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Show a boy how to be helpful and do his best. |
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Provide fun and exciting new things to do. |
In
addition to the activities that contribute to advancement in rank, the scouts
can earn belt loops, pins and letters in the optional academic and athletic
program. The purpose of these awards is to encourage Scouts to try new
activities and learn new skills. As in all activities in Cub Scouting, this is
not meant to be a highly competitive program; instead the scouts are encouraged
to "do their best".
Cub
Scouts joining as first graders enter the Tiger Cubs. Tiger Cubs have no formal
advancement. Tiger Cub dens meet twice a month in addition to being welcome at
all pack activities. Tiger Cubs introduces boys and their adult partners to the
excitement of Cub Scouting as they "Search, Discover, and Share"
together
Cub
Scouts in the second grade or above begin advancement by earning the Bobcat
Badge. As part of the Bobcat Badge requirements, they must learn the Cub Scout
Promise, the Law of the Pack, and the Cub Scout Motto.
In
the second grade, Cub Scouts work toward the Wolf Badge, then toward a Gold
Arrow Point and one or more Silver Arrow Points. To earn the Wolf badge, a boy
must pass twelve achievements involving simple physical and mental skills. The
requirements for these badges are found in the Wolf Cub Scout Book. Boys working
towards their Wolf Badge are called Wolf Cubs.
In
the third grade, Cub Scouts are called Bear Cubs and work toward the Bear Badge,
after which they work toward earning a Gold Arrow Point and one or more Silver
Arrow Points. There are 24 Bear achievements in 4 different categories. The Cub
Scout must complete 12 of these to earn the Bear badge. The requirements for
these badges are found in the Bear Cub Scout Book. Boys joining in the third
grade must earn their Bobcat Badge before working towards the Bear Badge.
The
Webelos Program is a 2-year program for fourth and fifth graders. First, they
earn their Bobcat if they have not done so in a previous year. Then in both
years, they work toward earning Webelos Activity Pins in 20 different areas,
arranged in 5 groups, and toward one of two different cloth Badges.
Fourth
grade boys work toward the Webelos Badge. After earning the Webelos Badge, boys
work toward Compass Point emblem and compass points by earning additional
Activity Pins.
Fifth
graders, after earning the Webelos Badge, earn the Arrow of Light. The Arrow of
Light is the highest rank in Cub Scouts, and its badge is the only Cub Scout
Badge that may be worn on a Boy Scout uniform. The requirements for these badges
are found in the Webelos Cub Scout Book.
There
is one way all Scouts are alike. Whenever a Scout sees another Scout in uniform
he knows he is like that person because both have committed to the principles of
the Scout Promise and Scout Law. By wearing the uniform Scouts and Leaders are
taking an open stand for their convictions.
The
scouts and leaders should wear their uniforms to all Pack meetings, den
meetings, Roundtable, and outings. For activities like the facility cleanup, or
camping activities that may cause damage to the uniform, we would like the boys
to wear their official scout caps to identify them as scouts. Scout t-shirts are
available for sale were uniforms are sold. There is also a Pack T-shirt, which
may be worn for such activities.
Scouts
in Pack 80 buy their own uniform, including general patches. The pack provides
advancement badges. Tiger cubs have an orange Tiger T-shirt. Wolf and Bear cubs
use the blue Cub Scout uniform, while Webelos can choose whether to wear a blue
Cub Scout uniform or tan Boy Scout uniform shirt. Pack 80 accepts any dark blue
pants or shorts worn with the blue Cub Scout shirt.
Uniforms
can be bought at the all bay area Scout Shops, however the Palo Alto Scout Shop
at the Lucy Stern Community Center, 1305 Middlefield Rd is the closest to the
Mountain View Area. The shops phone
number is (650) 327-5900.
Shirt:
Official Cub Scout dark blue shirt. The council patch, pack number, den number,
and world scouting emblems need to be sewn on.
Neckerchiefs:
Official Wolf Neckerchief is worn by second-graders. Official Bear Neckerchief
is worn by third-graders. The neckerchief is rolled and placed under the shirt
collar with the top button open.
Slide:
Official gold metal slide with Cub Scout emblem or handmade neckerchief slides
may be worn.
Belt:
Official navy blue web belt with metal buckle and Cub Scout emblem.
Cap:
Official Cub Scout baseball-style cap-navy with gold front panel and Cub Scout
emblem. This hat is the only hat that may be worn with the uniform.
Socks
(optional): Official navy blue Cub Scout socks with gold tops.
The
Webelos Scout may choose either the blue Cub Scout uniform, or the tan/olive
uniform similar to the one worn by Boy Scouts. The location of badges and
insignia is the same for both uniforms. The tan/olive uniform is strongly
encouraged. Boys who are growing out of their uniforms after the completion of
third grade should replace their blue Cub Scout uniform with a tan/olive
uniform.
Blue
uniform: The trousers, shorts, socks, and shirt are the same as those described
for the Cub Scout uniform.
Tan/Olive
uniform: When the tan/olive uniform is chosen, official Boy Scout olive trousers
or shorts, olive socks and official Boy Scout tan shirt with blue shoulder
patches are worn.
The
following parts are worn with both uniforms:
Neckerchief:
Official Webelos plaid neckerchief. The neckerchief is rolled and placed under
the shirt collar with the top button open.
Slide:
Official gold metal slide with Webelos emblem or handmade slides may be worn.
Belt:
Official Scout navy blue or olive web belt with metal Webelos belt buckle. Belt
loops fit on the official Scout blue belt, so you may want to postpone using the
olive belt until Boy Scouts.
Cap:
Official Webelos baseball-style cap-navy blue with light blue front panel and
Webelos emblem. This hat is the only hat that may be worn with the uniform.
Official Pants
Official Shorts
Official Socks
Patch Vest - The
patch vest is not part of the official uniform. It can be worn by Cub and
Webelos Scouts for the display of temporary and other patches that have been
earned by the boy as a part of the Scouting experience. The patch vest should
not be worn with the uniform for formal ceremonies or inspections.
Please ensure the scouts name is clearly marked on the inside of the
patch vest in case the vest is misplaced.
All
Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders wear the same uniform with colored shoulder
loops. Blue loops indicate affiliation with a Cub Scout pack and red loops
indicate affiliation with a Boy Scout troop.
Shirt:
Official tan with blue shoulder epaulets. The council patch, pack number, den
number, and world scouting emblems need to be sewn on.
Neck
Wear: The adult uniform shirt may be worn with Cub Scout bolo tie or neckerchief
of choice. The neckerchief is rolled and placed under the shirt collar with the
top button open.
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Belt:
Official olive web belt or official leather belt.
Pants/Shorts:
(optional) Official olive.
Socks:
(optional) Official Boy Scout socks worn with shorts or pants. Olive with red
top.
Hat: (optional) Blue and gold visored cap with the Cub Scout emblem embroidered in gold. Blue Webelos visored cap for Webelos leaders.
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| Class A uniforms must be worn at all Pack meetings, Den meetings, official Scout functions and outings, approved money earning events, and to and from camp activities. | ||||||
| Wearing a Class A uniform is always appropriate, a Class B uniform can be worn to summertime events like Family Camp, and Pack Picnic. | ||||||
| Uniform inspections may be held at any Pack or Den meetings without prior notice. | ||||||
| Only official insignia and patches may be worn on the uniform | ||||||
| Scouts are entitled wear a single service star on the uniform showing the total number of active years as a Cub Scout. (This pin is not provided by the pack) |
Pack 80 provides Tiger packets, but the parents must buy their boys the Wolf, Bear, and Webelos books as needed. Handbooks can be bought at the Scout Shop. The parents and the leaders track the scout’s progress by writing in the books. We recommend that parents read the books for their child’s age group cover-to-cover and follow the boy’s progress carefully. Every handbook includes a parent guide.
Cub Scouts is a non‑profit organization. The following are nominal fees collected for BSA/Pack Registration and Den Dues:
Each year new and returning Scouts pay a Registration Fee to the Pack. This fee is currently $40 for the first scout in a family and $25 for each additional sibling. This registration fee along with proceeds from the annual popcorn fund raiser helps cover Pack operation expenses which include:
| Advancement (patches, ribbons, certificates, pins, etc) |
| Neckerchiefs to all Scouts advancing in rank and slides to Bobcats and Bears. |
| BSA and Pack re‑registration (includes group insurance) |
| Subscription renewal to Boy's Life |
| Den Flags and Den award ribbons |
| Maintenance or replacement of Ceremonial items such as Flags |
| Event supplies |
| Food for certain events |
Pack financial statements and budgets are available to all interested parties from either the Committee Chair or the Treasurer. To enable a smooth annual Pack re-chartering Annual registration fees are collected in September and October. New or prospective Scouts are allowed one Pack meeting as a guest before they must register.
| Anonymous "Scouterships" are available at the discretion of the Committee. |
Each Den collects dues, which are kept by the Den, for used for the purchase of craft supplies, some outing expenses, and other Den activities. Den dues levels are set by each individual Den.
| Generally Den dues range from $4.00 to $6.00 per month and are collected by the Den Leader or designate. |
| Each Den establishes it own Dues amount and collection schedule, generally it is recommend for accounting simplicity that Dens elect to collect dues once a year (Sep) or twice a year (Sep and Feb). |
| Scouts who have not paid their dues for the month may not receive any awards or advancement until the dues are brought up to date. |
| If a Scout is two months behind in payment of dues, the Scout's family will be notified. If the dues are not paid in full by the next Committee meeting, it will be reported to the Treasurer and Committee Chairman. |
| If a Scout is absent, Den dues are still required to be paid. |
| Some Pack and Den activities will require additional expense per Scout or family member. |
| Camping registration |
| Uniforms |
| Pack 80 pays the registration fees for its adult leaders. The adult registration includes a subscription to Scouter |
| Blue and Gold Banquet – Fee to cover food, supplies, entertainment and clean-up |
| Pack Popcorn Fund‑Raiser ‑ During the fall a popcorn fund‑raiser is conducted and is the only externally focused fund raiser the pack participates in. This program provides a significant source of funds for the Pack. Each family is encouraged to actively participate in this activity. A successful popcorn drive allows the Pack to keep the annual registration fees low. |
Additional requests for contributions will be made throughout the year for specific events and times. These are as follows:
| Friends of Scouting ‑ At the Blue and Gold dinner held in February, each Family will be asked to make a cash donation to the National Scouting Organization. This money goes to the Local Council, which provides our Pack with many essential programs including leader training, program guides and helps, insurance, and multiple services necessary to run the Local Council. The typical donation goal for our Pack is $175 per family. |
| Scout-O-Rama ‑ During the month of May, all of the Pacific Skyline Scout Packs and Troops meet for a Scouting day – lot of fun activities for the whole family. The Scouts will be asked to sell tickets to this event. |
To
earn the right to carry a pocketknife at Cub Scout functions, the scouts must be
in third grade and have earned the Whittling Chip by completing the Shavings and
Chips Achievement 19 in the Bear Cub Scout Book. Please don’t give the boys
knives until they meet these requirements.
In
return for the privilege of carrying a pocketknife at Cub Scout functions only,
the Cub must understand the rules for safe use of a pocketknife and handle his
pocketknife with care. Failure to follow the guidelines will result in
suspension of the carrying privilege.
BSA
guidelines provide that the knife must be a folding knife with a blade shorter
than the palm of the boy’s hand.
The
goal of the adult leaders is to have a safe, fun Pack program for the Scouts.
The adult leaders have the right to intervene in any situation that they deem
unsafe. If a Scout is unwilling to abide by the requirements of the adult
leaders in charge, they may require a parent to come get the Scout.
Pack
80 does not allow the use of "entertainment" electronics (Walkman,
TV’s, tape players, CD’s, electronic games, headphones, etc.) at scout
meetings, scout sponsored functions, or scout outings, including camping trips.
This goes for the leaders as well.
Electronic
devices such as two-way radios, radios used to check weather reports or other
devices that are used to insure the safety of the scouts, parents, or leaders
are allowed.
Pack
80 has a history of 2-3 family camping trips each year. The scout and his entire
family are encouraged to attend. The Boy Scouts of America has established the
guidelines for its member's participation in camping activities.
A
Cub Scout may participate in overnight camping when supervised by his mother or
father. If a parent cannot attend, the boy's family must make arrangements for
another adult relative to be a substitute for a parent at the campout. It is
essential that each Scout be under the supervision of an adult. Cub Scouts are
limited to boy-parent excursions or program-managed family camping designed for
the entire family.
When
staying in tents, no youth will stay in the tent of an adult other than his or
her parent or guardian. There are exceptions for Webelos Scouts at approved
outings.
The reference book titled "A Unit Leader’s Guide for Current Policies and Procedures to Safe Activities" (ISBN 0-8395-4416-2, © 1998 Boy Scouts of America Revised 1998) represents the National Organization guidelines and polices. The following page is provided for convenience and inclusion in this sites' search engine. The official BSA and Local Council documents take precedence in the event of a conflict. Leaders should review this document periodically.
These are national policies enforced by the adult leaders of Pack 80 and violation of these policies by the boy or his parent will result in the removal of the scout from the pack. Repeated violation by members of a Pack can cause the revocation of the Pack charter by the Boy Scouts of America.
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