FAQ
Q) Do I have to pay to be able to go on trips with my child?
A) While you are not required to register as a volunteer, there may be a small fee attached to the trip for adults, depending on the trip.
Q) Do I have to stay with my Scout?
A) YES. Pack 126 is a Family Pack meaning parents are required to be the primary guardian of their child at all scout events.
Q) How are ranks assigned?
A) Each grade is assigned a rank, called a Den . K- Lions. 1- Tigers. 2- Wolves 3-Bears 4- Webelo 5- AOL
Q) When will my Den meet?
A) Every Den Leader(s) has a rank specific “curriculum” to follow from BSA, but they have the autonomy to run the den meetings when, where and how they see fit.
Q) Where do I sign up?
A) Cub Scout Pack 126 Ontario NY
Q) What is a Pack?
A) These Dens together make up Pack 126.The Pack as a whole meets once a month. With additional field trips. Ie, RMSC, Redwings games, kayaking, camping trips etc.
Q) How much are dues, and how do I pay?
A) When you register online through BSA, it’s $105 for one year- based on when you start. In addition, $35 for annual dues to pack 126 directly for programming. Venmo @CSP126treasurer$140 for the year total.
Q) Do we fundraise?
A) YES! Fundraising is essential to keeping costs as low as possible for families.
Q) Can we join Scouts mid year?
A) YES! You can join any time!
F.A.Q. About Family Cub Scouting
How is Cub Scouting Structured?
The Cub Scout program takes place at two levels. Your child will be a part of a DEN, a small group of Scouts in the same grade level. Dens typically meet weekly. During these meetings, Scouts will work on their den’s age-appropriate activities and perhaps play a game or have a snack.
All dens, from Kindergarten through 5th Grade, make up what is called the PACK. Once a month, the dens, along with their families, gather together at the pack meeting. This meeting is an opportunity for Scouts to show off the new skills they have learned during the past month. Scouts will also be recognized for any badges or awards they have earned. The pack meeting may also include a special activity or presentation.
A Cub Scout Pack can be formed in one of three ways. First, a pack may choose to have only boys involved (bottom left). Second, the pack may choose to have only girls involved (bottom right). Third, a pack can choose to have both boys and girls (bottom center). In this option, boys and girls will be separated into dens by both grade level and gender. For example, a pack would have a “boy” Wolf (2nd Grade) Den and a “girl” Wolf Den.
Pack Meetings
The Cub Scout Pack is made up of all the Dens, Scouts, Leaders, Parents and families. The Pack meets on a monthly basis, led by the Cubmaster. This is the climax of the monthly Den meetings and activities. There are games, skits, songs, ceremonies, and presentations of badges that scouts have earned during that month. This is where families—not just parents, but siblings too—can see the achievements of their Cub Scout.
A Pack meeting can also be a special event, such as:
- PineWood Derby - build and race a model car with your child.
- Blue and Gold Banquet - Cub Scouting’s birthday party - for all Pack members and their families - usually in February.
- Camping - Overnight and Day Camp opportunities introduce your family to the camping experience.
- Service projects - Packs may participate in food drives, conservation projects, or other community activities.
- Field trips and special outings - Great way to learn more about the people and places in your community
- Rain-gutter Regatta- build and race a wind driven sailboat with your youth.