FAQs

I have questions or concerns who can I talk to?

You are always welcome to contact us with any questions that you may have. We would be happy to help.

Is my daughter welcome to join?

Yes! Pack 126 is family friendly and we pride ourselves on having both girls and boys working alongside each other in our Dens.

How do we sign up?

We are always welcoming new scouts. You may see us at the beginning-of-year school events as we try to get the word out. If you missed us, send us an email or check out the Calendar and join us at our next meeting.

What are Dens and Packs anyway?

Scouts of the same school grade are organized into a group called a Den. Each Den's activities are lead by a Den Leader and, if possible, an Assistant Den Leader. If we end up with more than 10 scouts in a Den, we start looking at splitting the Den into two so that scouts can get the attention they deserve and our Den Leader's aren't getting overwhelmed.

All of the Dens together make up a Pack. The Pack is lead by what we call the "Key 3" positions: the Committee Chair, the Cubmaster, and the Chartered Organization Representative. Their jobs are to make sure the Pack runs like a well-oiled machine and that all of our scouts have an amazing time in our program!

Do you wear uniforms?

Scouts are expected to wear their Class A uniform (Official Scout Uniform Shirt, neckerchief, and slide) to our Pack meetings. Uniform shirts should be tucked into a pair of shorts or pants. The Cub Scout belt, hat, socks, pants/skirt, and any other items are optional and not required by our Pack. Class B uniforms (Pack T-shirt) may be purchased for $10 and are encouraged to be worn at Den meetings and on outings. Please refrain from wearing open-toed shoes at any time.

What is included in the dues?

With the payment of dues the following are provided: adventure belt loops/pins, Blue and Gold event dinner, Pinewood Derby event dinner, Pinewood Derby car, rank patch, next rank neckerchief, and next rank neckerchief slide.

What happens if we miss a meeting?

Communication is key. Reach out to your child's Den Leader and check to see if there is any action needed. You may or may not have missed an activity that could count towards an adventure.

Are we required to sell popcorn?

No. You are not required to sell popcorn. However, popcorn sales directly contribute to the health of our Pack. It is not uncommon for a scout to entirely pay their yearly dues with popcorn sales alone.

What if our family can not [FILL IN THE BLANK]?

Whatever your situation may be, we ask that you communicate with Pack Leadership. We are here to help and will ensure that every scout lives up to our motto: "Do your best".

How can I ensure that my child has a great experience?

The surefire way to get your child involved in the best program possible is to get yourself involved. ALL of our adult leaders are volunteers and started their own journey when they were in your shoes. Many hands make for light work. If you think that you may have a skill that could be utilized, please reach out to a member of leadership. This could be as simple as bringing in a snack for the fellow den members or sharing your idea that might make our Pack even better than it is.