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).
What does Cub Scouting offer my son?
Cub Scouting offers fun and challenging activities that promote character development and physical fitness. Service projects, ceremonies, games, and other activities guide boys through the core values and give them a sense of personal achievement. Through positive peer group interaction and parental guidance, boys also learn honesty, bravery, and respect.
How does participation in Cub Scouting affect participation other activities?
The Cub Scout program is designed to complement many other extracurricular activities. Typical time commitment is two Den meetings and one Pack meeting per month. Boys who participate in organized sports like soccer, baseball, basketball, swimming, gymnastics, etc, or academic-based extracurricular activities like music, art, science etc., can be recognized for these activities though Cub Scout belt loops and pins which are worn on 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 be present when he is awarded his advancement and recognition awards.
- Attend and assist with den outings.
- Attend Cub Scout Family campouts with your son.
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 at
http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/GSS/gss03.aspx.
What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?
Pack 3224 is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families. Typical annual events include:
- Community Service Activities
How much is it going to cost?
Pack 3224 drives all of our activities through the annual Popcorn Sale. Meeting the minimum sale requirements covers such items as the pinewood derby kits, all patches and awards for the year (through next May), Den outings and activities, Class B shirts, and fees for Camp Gerber Cub Scout and Webelos Adventureland. Other costs including uniforms, brag vests and handbooks are not covered by the Pack.
How often are the meetings?
Cub Scouts usually meet in their Dens once or twice each month, and a Pack meeting is held for all Cub Scouts and their families once a month. Beyond that, it depends on the Den and Pack: a Den may hold a special activity, such as a service project or visit to a local museum in place of one of the weekly meetings or in addition to the weekly meetings. Likewise, the Pack may conduct a special event such as a campout, or service activity as an additional event, rather than a substitute for its monthly Pack meeting.
How can I learn more?
The best way to learn about what a Cub Scout really does is to talk with a Cub Scout who is engaged in the program. Alternatively, you can learn more about the Cub Scout program by selecting "Contact Cubmaster" (above) and asking questions, or leave your phone number to receive a call from the Cubmaster.
Where can I buy uniforms, pack and den number patches?
The Scout Shop is located the Devos Family Center for Scouting. The folks at the Scout Shop are wonderful and will help you find what you need to get started!
For more information about the store including hours, please call the number below.
GRFC Scout Shop
3213 Walker Ave. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
(616) 988-0183