Pack 155's
PUBLIC SITE
Home Page
Segments
Cub Scout Den
Scout Values
Pack 155 - ALES
Pledge/Uniform
Cub Scout Ranks
Cub Scout Awards
Cub Scout Leaders
Leadership
Cub Scout Links
FAQs
Did You Know...
Famous Scouts
Pinewood Derby
100 Years Of BSA
Geocaching


 
Cub Scout Pack 155
(Algonquin, Illinois)
 
ScoutLander Contact Our Pack Member Login
  
 

Commonly Asked Questions


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 Scouts 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 other activities?
The Cub Scout program is designed to compliment 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?
Help and support for the Den and Pack.

Work with your son on advancement projects and activities.

Attend Pack meetings with your son.

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. Tiger Cubs must go camping with
a parent, or even with the entire family.


What other activities are available to Cub Scouts and their families?

Cub Scout Pack 155 is very active, providing a rich environment for boys and their families.

Typical annual events include:

Fishing

Overnighters in a museum

Popcorn Sales

Pinewood Derby

Summer Day Camp

Community Service Activities

and more!