🐾 Welcome, New Pack 34 Families!
We’re so excited to have you join the adventure of Cub Scouting! This page is here to help you get started with the basics — what to expect, what you’ll need, and how to get the most out of your family’s Scouting experience.
What Is Cub Scouting?
Cub Scouting is a family-centered program that helps kids grow through fun, adventure, and values-based learning. Girls and boys in kindergarten through fifth grade are eligible to join Cub Scouts. Our Pack focuses on building character, learning new skills, serving the community, and — of course — having a great time!
Meetings & Events
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Pack Meetings: We all meet together once month at St. John’s UMC for a Pack Meeting. These meetings include fun group activities, competitions, awards, and a lot of laughter. We start promptly at 6:30 PM with a flag ceremony. The Pack Meeting is usually the final Monday of the month.
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Den Meetings: Cub Scouts meet by grade level (Den) twice a month – for Adventure Night and a traditional Den meeting. These meetings focus on rank advancement through hands-on activities and adventures.
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PaLs Rally: Parents and Leaders meet monthly during Den night to plan events, delegate tasks, and keep everything running smoothly.
Scoutbook
Scoutbook is our online tool for tracking your child’s progress and keeping you informed about events.
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Parents can view and record their scout’s completed adventures.
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Leaders verify and approve all advancement.
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Stay up to date with what your Scout is working on and what’s coming next!
- Pack communication is primarily through emails generated in Scoutbook and our Pack calendar in Scoutbook.
Dues & Costs
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National Registration: $85/year (paid directly to Scouting America).
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Pack Dues: $100/year + participation in fundraising (covers awards, supplies, activities). Payment plans, siblings discounts & fee waivers available.
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Uniform: Required; details on our Uniform page. We offer a fall Uniform Exchange to help families save.
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Camping & Events: Most events are included in dues. Some special events or campouts may have additional fees (e.g., ~$30/person for campouts).
💡 Tip: Scouts can “earn their way” by participating in our annual product sales fundraiser!
Need assistance? We never want cost to be a barrier to scouting. Reach out to our Leadership Team — we’re here to help and scholarships are available.
How Can Parents Get Involved?
Cub Scouting is a family program! You’ll have opportunities to:
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Lead an activity station
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Help plan events
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Join the PaLs Rally
- Attend a Campout
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Cheer your Scout on during ceremonies and adventures
Ready to Roar?
Whether your child is starting in Kindergarten as a Lion or joining later, there’s a place for every family in Pack 34.
If you haven’t already, register online or connect with our New Member Coordinator to get started.
Let the adventure begin!