Everything Parents need to know about Pack 11 Cub Scouts
PACK 11 PARENT HANDBOOK Revision July 2020
Contents Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 2 Our History ................................................................................................................................................ 2 Leadership and Contact Information ........................................................................................................ 2 Routine activities and operation ................................................................................................................... 2 Communication ......................................................................................................................................... 2 Meetings ................................................................................................................................................... 3 Dens, Ranks and Achievements ................................................................................................................ 3 Rank Books ................................................................................................................................................ 4 Uniforms ................................................................................................................................................... 5 Pack Leadership Team .................................................................................................................................. 6 Charter Organization Representative ....................................................................................................... 6 Pack Committee ........................................................................................................................................ 6 Committee Chairperson ............................................................................................................................ 6 The Cubmaster .......................................................................................................................................... 7 The Assistant Cubmaster .......................................................................................................................... 7 Den Leaders .............................................................................................................................................. 7 Treasurer ................................................................................................................................................... 7 Pack Training Chair.................................................................................................................................... 7 Special Cub Scout Events and Traditions ...................................................................................................... 7 Pinewood Derby........................................................................................................................................ 7 Blue & Gold Banquet................................................................................................................................. 7 Moving Up Ceremony ............................................................................................................................... 8 Pack Summer Trip ..................................................................................................................................... 8 Daniel Morgan District Day Camp ............................................................................................................. 8 Webelos and Cub Scout Residence Camp................................................................................................. 8 Hiking Stick Program ................................................................................................................................. 8 Trips, Outings and Special Activities ............................................................................................................. 8 Safety Regulations..................................................................................................................................... 9 Medical Forms........................................................................................................................................... 9 Cub Scout Gear and the Pack Trailer ........................................................................................................ 9 Finances ...................................................................................................................................................... 10 Pack 11 Parent Handbook
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Dues ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 Fundraising .............................................................................................................................................. 10 Individual Scout Account Guidelines ...................................................................................................... 11 General Policies........................................................................................................................................... 12 Behavior Policy ........................................................................................................................................ 12 Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug and Fuel Use ..................................................................................................... 12 Cell phone and electronics etiquette ...................................................................................................... 13 Parent/Guardian Supervision Regulations.............................................................................................. 13 Parent Expectations .................................................................................................................................... 13 Addendum #1: Trailer Manifest and Inventory .......................................................................................... 15 Chuck Box Layout ...................................................................................................................................... 1 Addendum #2: Scout Oath & Law ................................................................................................................. 2 Scout Oath................................................................................................................................................. 2 Scout Law .................................................................................................................................................. 2
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Introduction Our History The Boy Scouts of America program has been focused and administered at the local level. The Palmetto Council and each of the 265+ local councils are separate corporations governed by a local Executive Board of community volunteers. The Palmetto Council received a charter from the Boy Scouts of America to organize and operate the BSA program in the Upstate. The strength of Scouting for over 100 years has been its local domain. Each Council is locally incorporated in the specific state where it operates. Councils receive no funding from the national organization; in fact, the Council and local units pay fees to the national BSA organization as a part of our charter agreement and for specific services. We receive value back from the national organization, but we operate as a financially independent notfor-profit organization. Each troop is owned by its charter partner which is typically a place of worship, service club or educational institution. Morningside Baptist Church is the Chartering Organization for Pack 11 and Troop 11. Youth do not have to be members of the church to be involved with the Pack or the Troop. The units were encouraged to start by Dr. Kirk Neely, retired Morningside pastor who is a long-time Scout Leader, Past President of the Palmetto Council, and BSA Distinguished Eagle Scout Award winner. The church views Scouting as ministry to serve youth in the church and Spartanburg community. There has been a long history of scouting at Morningside, however for a brief time the program paused. Pack 11 was rechartered in the fall of 2010 and operates within the Daniel Morgan District of the Palmetto Council.
Leadership and Contact Information Cub Scout Pack 11 is led by the Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster and guided by the Pack Committee. Per our chartering organization, the Cubmaster and Committee Chairperson are members of Morningside, but other leaders are not required to be church members. All leaders and committee members are volunteers and have received position training, per Boy Scouts of America. The Pack always needs additional help from parents, grandparents and community members. Please contact any leaders to become involved in leadership positions or helping to plan special events, campouts or activities. The current roster of Pack 11 leaders is available on Scoutbook, or www.scoutbook.com which is the online information resource for Pack 11 and individual Cub Scouts and their parents.
Routine activities and operation Communication The primary method of communication between Pack 11 leaders and parents is through electronic channels: Emails via Scoutbook.com and Facebook. All youth are added to BSA’s national scout tracking program, Scoutbook. Scoutbook is the primary resource for parents and leaders in Pack 11. The on-line tool is used to post and track RSVP’s for Pack events as well as recording Cub Scout advancement and achievements. Parent or guardian email addresses are used to set up Scoutbook accounts and link to Scout records1. The tool is also used to send
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emails to the entire Pack, leaders or individual Dens. Please maintain current email and contact information within your scout’s Scoutbook accounts to ensure timely communication. Pack 11 utilizes a closed Facebook group page to communicate announcements and events. To receive updates via Facebook, search for “Pack 11 Spartanburg” and request to join the group. Periodically, the Pack 11 Calendar is printed in paper form and distributed at weekly meetings. Flyers for hikes, campouts and activities are also available to supplement electronic communication.
Meetings Pack/Den meetings are held weekly on Tuesday nights, 6:30 – 7:30 pm. Meetings begin with an opening ceremony that includes announcements and achievement presentations and parent attendance is suggested. A Lion or Tiger adult partner is required to attend all meetings with Cub Scouts. Adult partners include parents, guardians or grandparents. Parents/guardians of Wolves Bears and Webelos are not required to stay for meetings but prompt pick up and drop off is expected. While only Lion and Tiger adult partners are required to stay for den meetings, parents of older scouts who stay and are not engaged in the den activity are requested to wait outside the den room. Leaders find that when parents are in the den room, Cub Scouts look to their parent, rather than leaders for instructions, making meetings less effective. Cub Scouts are expected to wear Class A, or full field uniforms and closed-toe shoes to meetings unless otherwise noted. Cub Scouts should never wear flip flops or open-toed shoes to den meetings, excursions or campouts. This requirement is a safety precaution as Cub Scouts are active and outdoors much of the time. Youth are expected to address restroom and water needs before meetings begin. If a youth has a health issue causing the need for restroom breaks more frequently than hourly, please advise their Den Leader. Otherwise, leaders ask Cub Scouts to wait until breaks or after meetings. Cub Scouts may not bring toys or electronic games to den or pack meetings, unless the item is specifically requested by den leaders for that meeting’s activity.
Dens, Ranks and Achievements Belonging to a Den is one of the seven methods of Cub Scouting. The den is a single-gender group of six to eight youth in the same grade. The den is where Cub Scouts develop new skills, practice sportsmanship, good citizenship and learn to do their best – not just for themselves, but for the den as well. When a youth enters Pack 11, they start in the den that matches their grade: Kindergarten (K5) – Lion First Grade – Tiger Second Grade – Wolf Third Grade – Bear Fourth Grade – Webelos
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Fifth Grade – AOL Den (Arrow of Light, see below) Cub Scouts move to the next den at the Pack’s annual Moving Up Ceremony, typically held near the end of the school year. All Cub Scouts in Pack 11 work to earn their Rank badge according to their grade-level den. Advancement is one of the seven methods of Cub Scouting. Recognition is important to the youth. Earning Rank advancement provides fun for youth and gives them a sense of personal achievement as they work towards their Rank badge. Advancement also strengthens family understanding of the Cub Scout program as adult family members and Den leaders work with the youth on advancement activities. Activities toward earning achievements and Rank are completed in den meetings, Pack outings or at home. There are a set number of requirements that must be completed for each Cub Scout to earn their Rank badge2. All youth have until mid-May to finish requirements for their rank, unless the Pack Committee specifies otherwise. Cub Scouts may also earn electives for their rank. Electives are listed in each Rank Book. Cub Scouts may use any school, church or extracurricular activity towards electives or requirements. Completion of activities outside Den meetings or Pack outings is “on the honor” of the Cub Scout and their parent/guardian who signs-off the activity in the Rank Book. Webelos are the highest level of Cub Scouts. Second-year Webelos, or fifth graders join the AOL den and work towards the Arrow of Light rank award that helps them prepare to transition from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA. The Arrow of Light is the one of two Cub Scout achievements that a youth takes with them to Scouts and may be worn as a Scout or Adult. All achievements must be reported to the Pack Advancement Coordinator. Monthly, achievements will be awarded during the weekly meeting opening. The Pack secures and pays for all awards the first time it is earned. If a Cub Scout meets the requirements a second time, the pack does not pay for the award. If a Cub Scout is not present when an award is announced, the den leader will present them with their awards at the next meeting attended. Shana McKenzie, mother of Troop 11 Eagle Scout, Stephan McKenzie, offers this recommendation on how parents can best support their youth in meeting their scouting goals: “Make sure you are following your [child’s] achievement when [they are] a Cub Scout and go over progress with them. By the time your child is in Scouts [BSA], they have to earn their achievements and merit badges independently. If the youth gets into the habit of meeting achievement goals now, they will be well trained to be successful Scouts. Parents are less-and-less involved as Scouts get older, so by helping them understand how to reach the goals set by BSA to reach Cub Scout ranks and any other wards they want to earn, like special badges, the youth learns goal-setting. That’s a skill they will use in everyday life whether they go on into Scouting and earn their Eagle or not.”
Rank Books Each Cub Scout Rank has its own book and each Cub Scout is expected to have their own book each year. These books are used for activities, recording achievements and Den leader sign off and cannot be reused. At the beginning of each Cub Scout year, parents/guardians should review the Rank book with 2
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their child so that both understand the adventures required for their rank. Many activities for advancement relate to activity at home, school or church, integrating Scout lessons and with life lessons.
Uniforms The Cub Scout uniform is one of the seven methods of Cub Scouting, serving a dual purpose. The uniform demonstrates that a Cub Scout is part of a team. Adding earned rank badges demonstrates individual achievement. Wearing the Cub Scout uniform to meetings and activities also encourages a neat appearance and good behavior. Cub Scouts are expected to wear their full Field Uniform, also called Class A, to all meetings and Pack activities, as specified. A full Field Uniform includes: Cub Scout shirt, pants, hat, belt, neckerchief and slide, costing approximately $100. These can be purchase at the Palmetto Council Scout Shop (420 S. Church Street, Spartanburg). Uniforms are also available at www.scoutstuff.org. The required patches for each uniform shirt include the Palmetto Council patch, Pack 11 numbers (made up of two number 1 patches) and Den number patch. The Cub Scout hat, neckerchief and slide change with each Rank year, approximately $30 per rank. The same uniform shirt and pants can be worn for multiple years, so buy large. Webelos wear the uniform shirt and pants of Scouts BSA with the Webelos neckerchief and slide. Pack 11 works to maintain a uniform closet of gently used Cub Scout shirts and pants. Please check with leaders for availability or to donate hand-me-downs. Class B uniforms are the casual, “play� uniforms and consist of any Cub Scout/BSA t-shirt and jeans/shorts. Pack 11 Class B t-shirts are included in annual dues and are ordered each year after dues payments are collected in the Fall. Any Pack leader or parent may order a Class B t-shirt to wear to Pack activities. Closed-toe shoes are expected to be work with both Field and Class B uniforms, unless specified by the Cubmaster. This safety precaution exists because Cub Scouts are active and often outdoors.
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Pack Leadership Team It takes a lot of volunteers to make a Pack’s Cub Scout program effective. In Pack 11, many of the leaders serve multiple roles to ensure the Pack provides a good experience for its youth. Each year, new leaders are needed to volunteer to ensure the Pack program continues.
Charter Organization Representative The Chartered Organization partners with the Boy Scouts of America to deliver a Scouting program and adopts Scouting to serve the youth in the community. Chartered Organization Representative is the liaison between the Morningside Baptist Church and the Palmetto Council and has the responsibility to appoint the Pack Committee Chair and approve all adult leaders. They help to coordinate resources from the church.
Pack Committee The Pack Committee oversees the development of the Pack’s annual plan and program including, calendar, budget and leadership. The Committee’s role is to provide program support, ensure a safe meeting location exists, and supervise finances and equipment. The committee also handles administrative activities to allow the Cubmaster and Den Leaders focus on working with the Cub Scouts. Pack 11’s Committee meets the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 pm. Parents are always welcome to attend.
Committee Chairperson The committee is led by the Committee Chairperson who is selected by the Chartered Organization and the Committee. They are responsible for ensuring enough qualified adult volunteers are in place to provide the program. They lead the pack committee meetings and the annual planning conference.
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The Cubmaster The leader of the pack is the Cubmaster. In addition to serving as the master of ceremonies the Cubmaster provides support to Den Leaders so that a safe, fun and effective program is delivered to Pack 11 Cub Scouts.
The Assistant Cubmaster The Assistant Cubmaster provides support to the Cubmaster and acts as the leader-in-charge in the Cubmaster’s absence.
Den Leaders An adult, usually a parent, serves as a Den Leader. They carry out the activities related to rank adventures as they are presented in the Cub Scout’s handbook and the Den Leader Guide. If at all possible, an Assistant Den Leader is appointed to support the Den Leader in carrying out the Den’s activities.
Treasurer The Treasurer maintains Individual Scout Accounts, handles reimbursements and prepares the monthly budget report.
Pack Training Chair The Training Chair monitors leader training completions and ensures leaders receive all required training for their roles.
Special Cub Scout Events and Traditions Activities is one of the seven methods of Cub Scouting. Cub Scouts participate in a huge array of activities, including games, skits, songs, outdoor activities, trips and service projects. Besides being fun, activities offer opportunities for growth, achievement and family involvement. The Pack Leaders and Committee hold an Annual Planning Conference each spring to create the Pack theme and calendar for the coming year. There are several Pack 11 events and traditional programs incorporated into each program year.
Pinewood Derby A long-standing Cub Scout tradition, Pack 11 holds the Pinewood Derby usually in March. Cub Scouts are challenged to design, build and decorate race cars from Pinewood Derby kits. Cub Scouts compete for Den and Pack speed awards as well as superlatives for creativity at the Pack 11 Derby. Cub Scouts may also participate in the Daniel Morgan District Pinewood Derby.
Blue & Gold Banquet The Blue & Gold Banquet is held in February to celebrate Boy Scout of America’s birthday, provide fellowship as a Pack community and to recognize Cub Scout achievements. Dens often provide entertainment as the Pack community celebrates together with either a meal or refreshments. Planning is required to make this a fun and special experience for Cub Scouts and this is a great opportunity for parents to help put on this event.
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Moving Up Ceremony Held annually in May, this ceremony signifies the youth crossing over to the next den. Cub Scouts are recognized with achievements they have earned and recognized as moving to the next rank level. A special crossing over is held for the Webelos as they are welcomed into Troop 11.
Pack Summer Trip Pack 11 traditionally plans a summer trip. These trips are typically two-night camp outs a little farther away than our routine outdoor activities. The trips are planned to provide a balance of fun, learning and outdoor experience.
Daniel Morgan District Day Camp The Daniel Morgan District plans and puts on Cub Scout Day Camp, usually in the month of June. This 5day Day camp allows Cub Scouts to have fun outdoors with Cub Scouts from across the district. The volunteer-led Day Camp requires a lot of parent and adult support to have a fun and safe experience for the Cub Scouts. The Day Camp staff are always searching for adult volunteers to serve as instructors or Den Leaders, so if you or any family members have the availability to volunteer, please let the Cubmaster know.
Webelos and Cub Scout Residence Camp Many councils offer a residence camp experience for Cub Scouts to introduce them to what they can expect when they cross-over to Scouts BSA. Cub Scout residence camp is usually a long-weekend where Cub Scouts experience a BSA-run camp, just like the big kids. Cub Scouts below the rank of Webelos must be accompanied by a parent. Webelos may attend without parents with the Webelos Den Leaders, if appropriately trained two-deep leadership is available to accompany the youth.
Hiking Stick Program Pack 11’s Hiking Stick program encourages Cub Scouts to participate in hiking and experience nature in a safe and fun way. Cub Scouts earn their Hiking Stick by participating in a set number of hikes and accomplishing a set number of cumulative miles. Once a Cub Scout earns their Hiking Stick, they may also earn additional recognition for 5 cumulative or 10 cumulative miles of hiking with the Pack. Only Pack-sponsored hikes count towards the Hiking Stick program, but many opportunities are available during planned hikes and camp outs.
Trips and Outings Pack 11 plans adventures are available for all Cub Scout levels, including day trips, local hikes, campouts and multi-day excursions. Pack 11 has the reputation of being a “busy” pack. The Pack leaders and committee strive to offer a variety of experiences and opportunities for the Cub Scouts, but families should not feel pressured to attend every Pack outing. Because most rank requirements are covered in Den meetings or at home, trips and outings are not mandatory. Costs for trips and special activities are intended to cover only costs and are kept to a minimum. One of the seven methods of Cub Scouting is Family Involvement. No matter how a Cub Scout’s family is made up, their family is an important part of their Cub Scouting experience. Parents and adult family members provide leadership and support for Cub Scouting and ensure youth have a good experience in the program. That means most of the Pack trips, outings and activities are family-centered. Older and
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younger siblings are welcome to attend Pack events. It is important for parents to decide if a planned activity is suitable for all family members and remember that they are the chaperone in charge of their own children. Den and Pack leaders supervise activities, but parent attending events are expected to monitor their children.
Safety Regulations Only Bears or Webelos who have earned the Whittling Chip are allowed to bring an age-appropriate pocketknife to Cub Scout meetings, trips, camps or excursions. They must have the Whittling Chip card with them and follow all safety precautions when using their knives. Cub Scouts who do not follow the safety rules learned through the Whittling Chip achievement may lose the privilege of using their knife during an outing or in severe cases may have their Whittling Chip revoked, requiring them to re-earn knife privileges. Cub Scouts are not allowed to play, wade or swim in pools, ponds, streams or lakes unless it is a specifically-designated water sport event and the Cubmaster has verified the Guide to Safe Scouting has been followed. Cub Scouts are not allowed to start, extinguish or use fire except under Leader supervision. Fires may only be built in designated fire rings or fire pits. Heaters or heating elements are not to be used inside tents or camping structure at any time.
Medical Forms The BSA medical form, parts A and B must be on file for all Cub Scouts in Pack 11 and updated annually. Leaders, parents and siblings who attend Pack 11 outings and excursion must also provide a completed medical form, parts A and B. The A and B parts of the form do not require a physician signature. Any Cub Scout, Leader or adult who attends resident camp or excursion exceeding 72 hours is required to have the medical form, parts A and B as well as part C, which must be completed and signed by a physician or nurse practitioner. The Pack Leaders bring copies of medical forms on outings and trips for emergency use. Parents must provide medication to the leader-in-charge, in original containers with directions for use. This includes EpiPen’s, inhalers and regular-timed medications.
Cub Scout Gear and the Pack Trailer Cub Scouts are expected to bring and carry in a small day pack the Cub Scout Essentials for their age level to every outing and trip. The list for each Rank is found in the Rank Book. This requirement exists to help Cub Scouts learn to live the Boy Scout Motto: Be Prepared. Information regarding trip costs, times, details and supply lists will be emailed to parents in advance of any trip as well as posted on Scoutbook and the Pack group Facebook page. Each trip is unique, so it is important to pay attention to what supplies/gear is needed for each trip to avoid extra expense or over packing. It is also important to check weather forecasts for the day and location of the outing to ensure everyone has appropriate clothing. In the event families do not have access to camping gear such as tents, or sleeping bags, the Cubmaster will work with the family to borrow Pack 11 and Troop 11 gear.
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Pack 11 owns and maintains a trailer with Pack general camp and kitchen gear. For most campouts, cooking is family style. Some paper products are available in the Pack trailer, but Cub Scouts and their families are asked to bring their own mess kits (plates, cups and utensils). Participating families are expected to help with meal preparation and clean up, per the duty roster prepared by the Leader incharge. See Addendum #1 for the Pack trailer inventory and manifest and posted pictures in the trailer for safe packing instructions.
Finances Dues Pack 11 collects annual dues of $90 per Cub Scout which are collected in the Fall, prior to Rechartering. The Pack Committee annually reviews the Pack expenses and National and Council dues prior to setting Pack dues. Dues cover some of the Pack’s expenses related to the Cub Scouting program, such as Den supplies. The dues collected do not cover the total annual needs and the committee works to ensure reasonable dues are requested for each Cub Scout. Dues Breakdown: DUES CATEGORY NATIONAL SCOUT DUES COUNCIL SCOUT DUES AND INSURANCE T-SHIRT SUPPLIES TOTAL
AMOUNT $66 $12 $10 $2 $90
Cub Scouts who join after annual dues payments will be asked to be a prorated amount per quarter: September – December $90 January – March $30 April – June $30 July – August $30 Scout families may also request to participate in a dues payment plan. Please contact the Cubmaster to arrange a payment plan. Members need to be up to date on their dues payments in order to attend Pack events outside regular meetings. If participating in a payment plan, the follow schedule is utilized: December 1 March 1 June 1
$30 $30 $30
Fundraising Pack 11 is generously supported with a designated budget from Morningside Baptist Church. The funds are designated for specific Pack operating expenses and leadership training and fees and is not intended to cover all the Pack’s expenses. Fundraising benefits the Pack as well as individual Cub Scouts. The Pack Treasurer maintains an accounting of each Cub Scout’s portion of fundraising efforts. The accounting is set up so that parents may pay into the account in anticipation of fees for expected trips in
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addition to fundraising efforts. Cub Scouts can earn their own funds for activities, trips and dues through Pack fundraisers. Fall Popcorn is the largest fundraiser for the Palmetto Council and Pack 11. This fundraiser operates by taking orders from the end of September through the end of October. A portion of the popcorn sale profits provide funds for the Palmetto Council and the remainder is returned to Pack 11. 50%, or onehalf, of a Scout’s individual profits are deposited into their individual scout account. The remainder is deposited in the Pack 11 account to help offset Pack operating expenses. This includes profits from online sales that may be made in addition to order forms. Spring Scout Discount Cards, also called Adventure Cards, are available for Cub Scouts to sell. Parents sign out discount cards that they help their Cub Scout sell. Profits from these cards are deposited into individual scout accounts. Additional fund raisers may be held by the Pack, as needs are identified by the Pack Committee. Any additional fundraisers must be approved by the Palmetto Council and Morningside Baptist Church. The Palmetto Council holds an annual fund drive called, Friends of Scouting. Each year, Scout families are asked to either contribute to the Council fundraiser or invite extended family and friends to support the Palmetto Council. The Friends of Scouting drive generates funds for the council operation and maintenance of its properties.
Individual Scout Account Guidelines 1. Cub Scouts may not transfer their funds outside Pack 11 or Troop 11. If a Cub Scout leave Pack or Troop 11, any earned funds from Pack 11 fundraising events remain with the Pack or Troop. Note: If parents wish to pay into their child’s account in anticipation of an expensive outing and the Cub Scout leaves the pack before the outing fees are due, those funds paid by the parent will be refunded. 2. There should be no expectation of refund of any funds when Scout accounts are used to pay for trips or camps after the deadline for the Pack payment for the event has passed. Many events require non-refundable deposits and full payment for participants before the actual event. 3. One-half of profits a Cub Scout earns through Popcorn sales will be deposited into individual scout accounts. 4. Individual scout accounts may be used for expenses such as: trips, camping, Summer Camp or dues. 5. Individual scout accounts may not be applied to trip fees until annual dues are paid. 6. There will be no extension for any deadlines for payments. If total fees for any activities are not paid in full by set deadlines, the Cub Scout will not be considered a participant. If partial payment of any such fees comes from the individual scout account and the full payment is not met by the deadline, the partial payment paid from the account is returned to the account and the Cub Scout is not considered an event participant. 7. Individual scout accounts may not be used for family expenses. For example, if the whole family wishes to participate in the pack summer trip with a per person fee, the Cub Scout’s fee is paid from the individual scout and the rest of the family pays the individual participant rate.
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8. Individual scout accounts may not be used at the Scout Shop. Please contact the Pack Treasurer to make special arrangements to use individual scout account funds for uniform or Rank book purchases.
General Policies Behavior Policy All Cub Scouts, Leader and family participants are expected to “do their best” to “obey the Scout Law.” Any behavior that falls outside the twelve points of the Scout Law is to be dealt with using ageappropriate methods. First event – verbal warning: Den leaders or activity leaders will stop inappropriate behavior and verbally redirect the individual to the activity at hand Second event - Cubmaster warning: The individual will be referred to Cubmaster for additional discussion, reinforcing the Scout Law and then redirected to the activity. Parents will be informed, if not present for the discussion or situation. Third event – Parent/Cubmaster discussion: The Cubmaster and Parents will discuss the inappropriate behavior and strategies to constructively engage the individual in Pack activities. Fourth event – Committee review: The Committee will review the incidents and leader feedback, working with parents for appropriate strategies to prevent inappropriate behavior. Frequency or severity may result in dismissal from the Pack.
Alcohol, Tobacco, Drug and Fuel Use Per BSA’s Guide to Safety Scouting3: Alcohol and Controlled Substances: “It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that the use of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances is not permitted at encampments or activities on property and/or operated by the Boy Scouts of America, or at any activity involving participation by youth members.” Tobacco: “Adult leaders should support the attitude that they, as well as youths, are better off without tobacco in any form and may not allow the use of tobacco products at any BSA activity involving youth participants. All Scouting functions, meeting and activities should be conducted on a smoke-free basis, with smoking areas located away from all participants.” Medical Marijuana: “It is unacceptable for anyone to use or be under the influence of medical marijuana at or during any Scouting activity.” Note that the only acceptable place for smoking or tobacco use is away from all participant and program areas, including tents, games and activity areas. The parking lot is usually the best off-site place to smoke or otherwise use tobacco products. If there are questions about an acceptable place to smoke, please ask the Leader in charge. Vaping, or the use of electronic cigarettes are subject to the same rules and procedures and tobacco products.
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The BSA prohibitions on alcohol, controlled substances and medical marijuana do not mean wait until nighttime or when Cub Scouts are not around. Alcohol, controlled substances and medical marijuana are not permitted. Failure to adhere to policies on alcohol, controlled substances and medical marijuana will result in being prohibited from attending trips, excursion and campouts after the first violation. No second chances will be given.
Cell phone and electronics etiquette Only adults may carry a cell phone which should be set to vibrate and use only for emergencies or discreetly when necessary. No electronic games or devices or toys are allowed on trips, excursion or campouts. Exceptions may be made when extended travel is necessary to reach an event destination. In those cases, any devices should be left and locked in cars. There are also cases where Cub Scouts participate in special excursions where they are asked to take photographs, videos or use apps for stargazing, geocaching or other some specific task. In those cases, a cell phone or tablet is to be used for that specific activity and then put away when the activity concludes.
Parent/Guardian Supervision Regulations To meet BSA youth protection guidelines, the Pack provides two-deep leadership at all times and any Den or Pack group going on an outing much have adequate adult supervision, as determined by the Cubmaster:
Lion and Tiger Cub Scouts are required to have a parent or guardian present at any Cub Scouting event, including any off-site excursion Wolves, Bears and Webelos may make arrangements for shared chaperoning with parent and Cubmaster approval for day trips and excursions All Lions, Tigers, Wolves and Bears must have at least one parent or guardian in attendance for any overnight experience Webelos may attend Cub Scout events, outings or overnight experiences with parent and Cubmaster approval, which includes adequate number of trained leaders present
There are no exceptions to these Palmetto Council and BSA rules, designed for all youths’ protection.
Parent Expectations 1. Have fun and join youth in activities and outings 2. Be examples, along with Leaders, of living the Scout Oath and Law 3. Lion and Tiger parents are to accompany their Cub Scouts to all Den and Pack meetings, outings and events 4. Parents are expected to work with their child at home on Cub Scout requirements as assigned by Den leaders or make-up from missed Den meetings. Make up requirements should be reported to Den leaders by showing the signed rank book. 5. Parents are expected to monitor the behavior of their Cub Scouts and siblings at Pack events, outings and trips.
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6. Parents should help their child to learn to live the Boy Scout Motto, “Be Prepared� by helping them to pack and prepare for Pack meetings, outings and trips. 7. Support the Pack by volunteering. Jobs are big and small from Den Leaders to Event chairs. It takes the whole community to make the Pack go.
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Addendum #1: Trailer Manifest and Inventory ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD STORAGE IN TRAILER TO PREVENT BUG INFESTATION!!!! Circle missing or damaged items & return to Scout Building Bulletin board after each campout for resupply Gear First Aid Kits (matches inside) Leader Bag/Packet Dutch Oven Table (2) Blue Water Jug Water Cooler (2) S’mores Sticks Large Cutting Board (2) Cooler Blue Food bins (2) (To be emptied after each camping trip) Pop Up Dining fly (2) Hanging Shelves Lantern & mantles Aluminum Disposable pans Large pots Roll of heavy plastic Dutch Oven Sheet metal Coffee Pot Popup trash can Charcoal (1 min; 2 max) Fire Extinguisher
Dry Bin 1 Pkg Dinner Disposable Plates 1 Pkg Dinner Disposable Plates 1 Pkg Disposable Bowls Disposable cups 25ct Plastic ware 1 roll Duct Tape 1 pkg Gallon Zip Lock bags 1 pkg Sandwich Zip lock bags 1 pkg Qt Zip lock bags Paper towels (2 rolls) Toilet paper (2 min; 4 max) 1 pkg Heavy duty aluminum foil 1 pkg Disinfecting Wipes Trash bags
Patrol/Chuck Box Top Shelf o Hot pot o Pots (2) o Cutting board o Oils + Cooking spray o Syrups o Coffee + Creamer + Sugar o Spice basket o Sharpies + Clothes pins + lighter o Hot mitts o Hand Sanitizer (1 min; 2 max) Bottom Right Shelf o Cutting Boards, Mixing Bowls o Wash basins (3) o Soap / sponges Bottom Left Shelf o Parchment + Aluminum Foil o Coleman Stove o Griddle o Propane canisters (2 min; 4 max)
Green utensil bag
Chuck Box Layout Pot w/Oil & Coffee
Wash bin w/Spice basket & Hand sanitizer & Cutting board Hot pot & pots
Utensil bag, stove, griddle & fuel
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Addendum #2: Scout Oath & Law The mission of Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
Scout Oath On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God, and my country and to obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake and morally straight.
Scout Law A Scout is Trustworthy Loyal Helpful Friendly Courteous Kind Obedient Cheerful Thrifty Brave Clean and Reverent
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