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2. Cub Scouting. A family- and home-centered program for boys in the 1st through 5th grades Emphasis is on a quality program at the local level. Character building institution that embraces the values of Citizenship . Compassion CooperationCourage Faith Health
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1. 1 Welcome To Cub Scout Pack 813 !! St. Charles, Kettering, Ohio
2. 2 Cub Scouting A family- and home-centered program for boys in the 1st through 5th grades
Emphasis is on a quality program at the local level
3. 3 Mission Statement … to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
4. 4 Ultimate Objectives Citizenship training
5. 5 Cub Scouts Have FUN !!
6. 6 Cub Scouting: 80 Years Old Cub Scouts established in 1930 (prepare boys for Boy Scouts)
Currently 2,000,000 Cub Scouts in U.S.
Approximately 500,000 leaders
7. 7 Cub Scouting … Is for Boys
Each boy is different
Is for Families
Provide opportunities for families to work and play together
Is Fun
While learning, discovering, developing, etc.
Has Ideals
Spiritual & character growth, personal fitness, etc.
Provides Adventure
Outdoor, nature, field trips, camping, hiking, skiiing, etc.
8. 8 Cub Scouting … Helps Boys Develop Interests and Skills
dexterity, tools, follow directions, safety …
Has An Advancement Plan
Recognizes a boy’s efforts and achievements
Provides a Place to Belong
Den (same age) and Pack (St. Charles)
Teaches Boys to Reach Out
Become full members of the community, nation, and world
Teaches Duty to God and Country
Provides a Year-round Program
9. 9 The nation’s premier extra-curricular activity for boys emphasizing God and country and character development.
10. 10 How it Works All entering Scouts
1st Grade - Tiger Cub
2nd Grade – Wolf
3rd Grade – Bear
4th & 5th Grade: Webelos
(WE'll BE LOyal Scouts)
11. 11 Pack 813 Organization
12. 12 Pack 813 Leadership (2010-11) Committee Chair: Tim Welch
Treasurer: Randy Grimberg
Committee Members: Arabella Callejo, Chris Hoschouer, Jeff Brooks, Brian Janess, Tim Resch
Cubmaster: Don Klosterman
Den Leaders:
Sue Klosterman (Webelos)
Chris Hoschouer (Bear)
Chris Welch (Wolf)
Ernie Sigler (Tiger Cubs)
13. 13 Local / National Organization
14. 14 Awards / Advancement Rank
Arrowhead points (Cubs)
Academics and Sports Program
Belt loops
Pins
15. 15 Catholic Awards
Rosary Patches
World Conservation Award
Crime Prevention Award
16. Scout Track (www.scouttrack.com) Each boy’s advancement / awards are recorded in Scout Track
Den leader records those earned at den meetings
Parent records those earned at home
Awards are presented at monthly Pack meetings
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17. 17 Parental Involvement Parents / Guardian highly encouraged to participate with your son (“Adult Partner”)
Adult Partner REQUIRED at all activities during Tiger Cub year
Work with son on achievements at home – track progress using Scout Tracks
Parents often asked to help organize one den meeting or activity, or serve in Pack Leadership Committee
18. 18 Pack 813 Activities Den meetings & outings:
2-3 per month (typically)
About an hour, either on weeknight or weekend
Pack meetings – once per month
usually 1st Wednesday of the month (Sept-June)
Special Events and Camping
Fall family campout, Spring camp weekend
Winter : Klondike Derby, Skiing trip
Summer
Few if any den meetings
Day camp (June) – optional
Pool party (July)
3-day camp (July or August) – optional
19. 19 Cost $40 / year Pack membership
includes national membership (insurance, Boys Life)
Includes Pack 813 membership (awards, handbooks, pinewood derby cars, dinners, etc.)
Annual renew is in March
Nominal den dues may be collected (varies from den to den)
Uniform (approx. $40 new)
Major activities cost extra (camps, skiing, etc.)
Participate in annual popcorn sale
20. Fund Raisers Annual Popcorn Sale (mandatory)
Builds confidence, salesmanship skills, promotes scouting to public
Boys earn prizes, Pack and local council retain about 2/3 of gross
Minimum effort: $125/scout ($60 for Tiger Cub level)
Wreath Sales (optional)
Boys retain 90% of profit on wreaths
Profit applied toward camps or scout store
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21. Uniform Parents buy:
Shirt
Belt + belt buckle
Council strip
World crest
Den numeral
Neckerchief slide
Pack provides
Neckerchief
“Pack 813” patch 21
22. 2nd class uniform Pack 813 tee-shirt
Any cub-scout camp tee-shirt or other official cub scout tee shirt 22
23. Best Sources of Information Pack 813 Parent Handbook
Pack 813 website (www.donklosterman.com/pack813)
Your son’s handbook 23
24. 24 Bottom Line It’s all about the boys !
Fun
Development
Character
Faith
Well Rounded Skills
Safe Environment
25. 25 Thank you!