Resources
The Essentials
Joining the Pack
Create an account at my.scouting.org
Register for Pack 166 at https://my.scouting.org/online-registration/eea7b13e-39e0-4f34-a17d-7626fd852a12/applicant-type
Annual Health and Medical Record: The health and medical form parts A and B are required by ALL participants in scouting activities. This includes scouts, parents, siblings, etc. who attend and participate in any scout activities. See "Forms and Training for Parents" below.
Provide your email(s)/contact info here.
Purchase Class A and B Uniforms (see details below on Uniforms).
Connect with your Den Leader.
Complete BSA Youth Protection Training on your my.scouting.org account.
Participate: Please be in attendance and participate. Cub Scouting is a journey and this is where it starts.
Lead / Volunteer: Cub Scouts is a parent led organization and depends on active adult leaders and volunteers to maintain a quality program for the scouts. It is our hope Parents will take on leadership or other volunteer roles at the Den and Pack levels. Please ask if you have an interest.
Forms and Training for Parents
Health and Medical Forms: Necessary for ALL scouts, parents and siblings that attend any scouting activities. Valid for 1 year from date submitted. They need to be filled out once every 365 days.
Print this form for each member of your family => http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_AB.pdf
FAQ: https://www.scouting.org/health-and-safety/ahmr/medical-formfaqs/
Note: The pack cannot accept electronic copies. These must be printed out and turned in. Copies will be destroyed or returned when they become outdated.
Helpful Hint: Keep a completed electronic copy for yourself so that each year you only need to make any necessary updates and sign/date before printing again. This will keep you from having to fill the full document out each year and save you some time.
Youth Protection Training: All Scout Parents are required to view "Youth Protection Training" every 2 years. YPT is a short, 15 minute video training to keep our scouts safe during all meetings, outings, and campouts.
Open the following website: https://my.scouting.org/
Create a login account
After you login, a main welcome screen with the following instructions for taking YPT will appear. A menu is along the left-hand side.
From the menu on the left, click E-Learning.
From the General tab, scroll down to Youth Protection Training and click Take Course. (YPT appeared first in the list of classes for me)
When you complete the course, print a certificate of completion to submit (paper or electronically) to your Den leader. Leaders must submit their course completions to the Pack Trainer so that we can properly update Pack records.
Most leadership training courses are offered via my.scouting.org. A few courses are in person and are offered a few times a year.
Other Useful links:
Cub Scouting: https://www.scouting.org/programs/cub-scouts/
Capitol Area Council: https://www.bsacac.org/
Chisholm Trail District: http://ctbsacac.org/
Can be purchased for around $70.
12500 North IH 35
Austin, TX 78753
More Detail:
Uniforms
The Class A is the official Cub Scout Uniform. It varies slightly by rank but is generally comprised of:
Official Blue or Tan Cub Scout Shirt
Cub Scout Belt
Rank appropriate Neckerchief & Slide
World Crest Emblem
Unit Numerals (166)
Capitol Area Council Shoulder Strip
Den Numerals
Cub Scout Hat
Note - We are a “waist-up” uniform Pack. Scout pants/shorts/socks are available but not required in our Pack.
Class A uniforms may be purchased in-person at the Steve Matthews Scout Store or online at https://www.bsacac.org/shop/. We recommend going to the store instead of purchasing online because the store personnel are able to answer any questions you have and help you get the correct items.
The Class B uniform is the Pack T-Shirt (Bright Orange). This uniform is welcome at most outdoor or informal events or as indicated by Pack Leadership. Purchase via our pack store or contact one of the leaders at a den/pack meeting for information. They are also typically available to purchase or pick up at pack meetings.
Events
There will be many events and opportunities to join in fun scouting activities throughout the year. Events may be coordinated at the pack or den level by leaders or adult volunteers within our pack. Other events are coordinated by the local council, district, or other BSA entities. The types of events range from campouts, overnight experiences, and day activities. All of these events will help build on the cubs' knowledge of scouting principles, skills, and experiences. Most of these events are optional and paid for individually so don't feel bad if you can't make some of them due to other events or commitments you may have.
Pack Events: We will typically have at 2-3 campouts and 1-2 overnight events during the school year along with a handful of daytrips or other small events.
Campouts:
Campouts are usually planned for 1 or 2 nights, held at state parks or other local camping facilities within a short driving distance from Austin. Cub Scout camping is car camping. The campsites will typically have water and electricity available at each site or very nearby.
Someone will haul our scout trailer that contains all of the food, cooking gear, wood, and other supplies to the campsites where we will have a single basecamp to use as our hub where we will cook meals and hang out. See following section for more information on what to consider bringing to campouts.
The help campouts run smoothing, we rely on parents and scouts volunteering to help with various tasks ranging from buying or loading food/supplies before the campout, cooking and cleaning up during the campout, and unloading after the campout. Everyone getting involved really helps make the campout an enjoyable experience for all who attend.
We will usually try to coordinate some activities during the campouts, such as hikes, fishing, etc.
Your pack fee covers some of the cost for campsite reservations and bulk consumable supplies, but we do ask families to pay a food fee when they sign up for the campout, which is approximately $10 per person.
Overnight Events:
Overnight events are held at larger venues that provide unique experiences for the cubs. Examples have included spending the night on an aircraft carrier, a museum, the zoo, or an aquarium.
The gear to take varies on the experience but will typically be sleeping gear and toiletries.
Due to payment and reservation requirements of the various venues, these events can require a final headcount and payment 4-6 weeks prior to the event (sometimes more). The signup details will include any of the signup and payment deadlines.
The cost for these types of overnight experiences may vary, but typically range between $60-$85 per attendee.
Daytrips and Other Pack Events:
Occasionally there will also be other fun pack events that are planned. It could be as simple as a meetup for a hike or a guided tour at a nearby farm. These will vary in duration depending on the type of event and can range from a few hours to full day events.
The cost for these other events can vary widely but will typically be free or a very small fee to attend.
Council and Other Events: There will be many types of events that are coordinated/sponsored by the local scout council. These can include "scout days" at various sporting events, outdoor adventures that may include activities such as archery, BB guns, or other crafts, and day camps. On a few occasions they may also offer overnight events, such as sleeping at the Cowboys stadium or camping at one of the local council campgrounds. These events will be shared on our pack website with signup details. On occasion, we may coordinate as a pack to attend, but will typically be available for individual signup.
Cancelation or Reschedule Policy: See the Events FAQ page for more information.
