| Dear Parent: Welcome to Pack 422. We're so glad you've chosen to enroll or re-enroll your son in our Pack. I know that you and he will be so glad you did. We've planned an exciting year and your son will have a great time learning, advancing and playing. The Pack Leaders in Pack 422 seek to provide activities which provide opportunity for physical fitness and educational value. Many of our planned activities can be enjoyed by every member of a Cub Scout's family. Scouting places significance on Duty to God and Pack 422 is firmly committed to teaching this important responsibility. Thanks again and Welcome! I Pack 422 Mission The Committee and Leaders of Cub Scout Pack 422 are committed to providing a quality, year-round program of Cub Scouting activities. Special emphasis is placed on spiritual grown, citizenship and family. Cub Scouts are required to memorize the following pledges and motto and these are recited as a group at every meeting. We seek to make them real in their lives and hope that you will encourage your son as he strives to do so. The Cub Scout Promise I 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 Law of the Pack A Cub Scout follows Akela The Cub Scout helps the Pack go The Pack helps the Cub Scout grow The Cub Scout gives goodwill The Cub Scout Motto Do Your Best 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: 1. Influence the development of character and encourage spiritual growth; 2. Develop habits and attitudes of good citizenship; 3. Encourage good sportsmanship and pride in growing strong in mind and body; 4. Improve understanding within the family; 5. Strengthen the ability to get along with and to respect others; 6. Foster a sense of personal achievement b developing new interest and skills; 7. Show how to be helpful and to do one's best; 8. Provide fun and exciting new things to do; 9. Prepare Cubs to become Boy Scouts. Pack Structure Like every effective organization, Cub Scout Packs have a structure. Understanding this structure and how it works will increase your son's enjoyment of the program (and leave the parent far less confused). Dens Groups of 4-6 boys meet together as a Den. Each den is led by a Den Leader and two (2) Assistant Den Leader. A Boy Scout, known as a Den Chief, will also work with your son's den upon the Dens request.. Dens in Pack 422 have the flexibility to meet based on their den parents schedule. Pack 422 recommends a minimum of 2 meetings per month. Den meetings should be attended regularly to receive the full values of the program. If possible, let your Den Leaders know about planned absences in advance to aid in planning and materials as well as to receive current program information.. Dens are organized by age groups. We have one or more Dens for each group of 1st Graders (Tiger Cubs) , 2nd Grades (Wolf) , 3rd Graders (Bear), 4th Graders (Webelos - 1st yr.) and 5th graders (Webelos - 2nd yr.). Advancement Parents are expected to work with their Scouts on advancements in conjunction with Den Leaders. Advancement ceremonies will be held at monthly Pack Meetings. Den Leaders will submit requests for awards to the Award Chair no later than the Thursday prior to the Pack Meeting/Event. Advancement awards will not be presented to a Scout, unless one parent or designated adult is also in attendance. Pack The Pack consists of the Dens and their Families. Pack 422 meets monthly and for special activities. 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 Cubmaster. He plans and directs monthly pack meetings and other special activities. Committee The Pack Committee consists of representatives from each Den and other volunteer adults who are charged with managing he pack and its programs. Parents are encouraged to volunteer to serve on the committee and attend regular meetings. Meeting dates are shown on the Pack Calendar. Along with the Cubmaster, he leads the group in planning and organizing the Pack program. The Committee is also responsible for maintaining Pack funds and planning its budget. Membership Notes Boys age 6 years (1st Grade) to 10 years are eligible to join Pack 422.. Boys work toward a specific rank during each year in the Pack: First Grade boys are Tiger Cubs Second grade boys work toward their Wolf Rank Third grade boys work toward their Bear Rank Fourth grade boys are Webelos and work on their Webelos rank Fifth grade boys are second year Webelos and work on Cub Scouting's highest award, the Arrow of Light Registration Registration for membership in Pack 422 is $24.50 for the first boy in the Pack. The registration fee pays for registration with the Boy Scouts of America, unit insurance, an annual subscription to Boys Life and helps to pay for the awards and supplies for each boy. This "once a year fee" also avoids the hassles of weekly dues. Boys must, during his first year in the Pack, complete a registration form for the Boy Scouts of America. Parents are also asked to complete a parent / boy registration blank to provide some additional information to the Den Leader. Fees The Pack operates on a budget. Annual dues go towards awards, ribbons, supplies and registration fees to Boy Scouts of America. All fees must be paid within 30 days of annual registration. In case of financial hardship, see a leader to make special arrangements. In addition to annual dues, some events require additional registration fees. Scholarships Should fees or any costs become a problem for your family, please contact the Cubmaster or the Pack Committee Chairman. Scholarships are available and all requests will remain confidential. Volunteers Parent volunteers are always needed. Registration and training are provided by the Pack for those who are interested in helping. If you'd like to help in any capacity, please contact the Pack Committee Chairman, Cubmaster or your son's Den Leader. All types of help are needed - driving for trips, assisting in Den Leader absence, etc. Remember that Cub Scout Packs don't exist without volunteer leadership and we request that you do your part when you are asked.by the Den Leadership Each den is led by a Den Leader, generally chosen from among the parents of the Scouts in the den. Each den (except Tigers) requires an Assistant Den Leader, also a parent. When a leadership vacancy occurs within a den, a new leader from within that parent group will fill the vacancy. Training is required for den leaders, providing a base upon which to build and deliver a quality Scouting program. Uniforms An essential component of Cub Scouting is the uniform. Cubs are made to feel part of a group and have a place to display their awards when they wear their uniforms. Your Den Leader will provide you with specific information about what is needed. Pack Program Highlights Pack 422 plans a very busy calendar year. Although we don't expect every boy to attend every function, we encourage him to be as active as he (and his parents') wants to be. Pack outings and special events will be led by two or more leaders and parent volunteers. Permission slips will be sent home for outings and special events. We'll do our best to help you remember but please make every effort to help us. Leaving a boy behind is something we and the boys hate to have happen. Program Calendar The Pack Calendar is the current calendar of events for Pack 422. We realize that boys and families have different needs and we've attempted to plan a program that meets as many needs as possible. It is not expected that each boy will attend each and every event. Please note that dates are subject to change as we get closer to events. Announcements of special events and calendar updates will come home with the boys from Den meetings or in the mail. If you have suggestions for our program, please let a Leader know. Our major calendar planning is done in July and you are welcome to attend our planning session. Pack Meetings Monthly Pack Meetings are held at the end of the month We attempt to keep these meetings to one hour in length. The meeting gives the boys a chance to demonstrate the skills they have learned and receive the awards they've earned. The entire family is welcomed and encouraged to attend. Education Programs Several times each year Cub Scouts may participate in service project activities. God & Country Program The Pack sponsors religious education programs for boys. The programs are divided by age group. Boys in the first, second and third grades earn the God & Me award. Boys in the fourth and fifth grade earn the God & Family award. The dates are shown on the Pack Calendar. More information and registration will be provided later in the year. Blue & Gold Banquet Pack 422 and Cub Scout Packs all over the USA celebrate Scouting's birthday each February by hosting a Blue & Gold Banquet. Our banquet is held on Friday evening and is followed by a special Pack Meeting. Families are asked to bring a covered dish and and the boys make the decorations. Mark this special date on your calendar and make plans to attend. Money Earning Projects The boys of Pack 422 participate in money earning activities. Prizes are awarded to top sellers and top selling dens. Funds raised from these activities go to defray Pack program expenses. All boys are encouraged to participate but Parents may choose otherwise. We always want to respect the wishes of the parents without making the boy feel bad for not participating. Please don't hesitate to let us know what you want. Special Programs The Pack plans a variety of other special programs that assist the boys in advancing and provide an opportunity for a good time. These events may be hikes, tours, or service projects. As mentioned before, parents and other family members are almost always invited to attend. Council and District Activities Several events are scheduled by the local council and our District. Pack 422 participates in the Council's activities. Summer Activities Pack 422 does not close down during the summer. Special activities and weekly meetings are planned and boys are encouraged to remain active. Picnics, swimming, outdoor games and other activities have been held in the past and will be planned again. Pack 422 makes every effort to send boys to the Council sponsored Cub Scout and Webelos Resident Cams.. Extra parent involvement is needed. We will begin promoting this event late in the Spring as the dates become firm. Parent Responsibilities When joining Pack 422, each parent or adult family member agrees to support their son in the following ways: 1. See that he has the proper uniform and handbook; 2. Assist him in attending weekly Den meeting and monthly Pack meetings; 3. Work with him to complete achievements for his rank award; 4. Return information forms and permission slips as asked; 5. Support his Den Leader as a resource person or substitute as asked; 6. Agree to serve in some leadership capacity as called upon; 7. Provide input to the Den Leader or Pack leadership with regard to Pack or Den programming. Boys can expect: Help from parents with achievements in their books Leadership from the Pack Fun at all Scout functions Membership in the Boy Scouts of America Parents can expect: Help with character building for your son Specific tools to help with discipline and growth Programmed good times with your son A chance to see your son perform in public An opportunity for your son to receive public recognition Pride in your son's accomplishments The Pack can expect: Participation by boys in weekly den meetings Participation of boys and parents in monthly pack events Contribution of time, energy and talent by parents as needs arise within the Pack Payment of fees I |
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Boy Scouts of America - Pack 422
Dawsonville, Georgia
Dawsonville, Georgia
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