All About Cub Scout Pack 416

Thank you for your interest in Cub Scouting! This page will answer many of your questions about Cub Scouting and Pack 416.

Who can join Cub Scouts?

All boys in grades 1-5 can join Pack 416. While the Pack is based primarily at St Mary's of the Assumption School, the Pack serves boys throughout the Upper Marlboro area.

How can my son join Pack 416?

Although the Cub Scout program starts in 1st grade, boys can join at anytime from 1st through 5th grade. Depending on the year, Pack 416 usually has around 15or 25Cubs. If you are interested in joining, please contact the Cubmaster, Bob Bunge at bbunge@ladyandtramp.com or 301-390-7298, or come to one of our meetings and check us out.

How is Pack 416 organized?

The Pack is divided into units of boys of the same age group/grade, called Dens. Each Den is led by a trained, adult leader, usually with one or more assistants.

• 1st Graders join as Tiger Cubs. Tigers participate with a parent (or other adult family member) and follow the theme "Search, Discover and Share." Beginning in April, kindergarteners can join as Tigers for the coming year.
• 2nd Graders are Wolves. They work on projects that spark interest in a range of hobbies.
• 3rd Graders are Bears. During the Bear year, boys continue to improve their skills with more challenging requirements.
• 4th and 5th Graders are Webelos. "Webs" are on the trail to becoming Boy Scouts. They explore hobbies, the outdoors, and careers ranging from science to sports.

How often do Cub Scouts meet?

The Scout year runs on the same schedule as the school year, beginning in September and ending in May. The Pack meets as a whole once a month, usually at St Marys of the Assumption School. In addition, each Den meets one or two times a month. Den meetings are held at St Marys and/or Den leaders' home. The Pack also holds special events and trips. Dens do not meet in the summer, but the Pack sometimes holds special summer events such as a visit to a minor league baseball game and Cub Scout summer camp.

How do parents participate?

Parental participation is a crucial element to successful Scouting! First and foremost, a parent participates by accompanying his or her son to Cub meetings and events. Boys who succeed in Cub Scouting do so because their parent(s) actively participate. Second, parents participate by working with their son on Cub projects and advancement requirements. Finally, a parent can participate by serving as a Cub Scout leader, or by helping organize Den or Pack activities. Cub Scouting is an all-volunteer enterprise. All the Pack and Den leaders are parent volunteers.

Does the pack have an annual registration fee?

No, but there is an annual $20 fee to register a boy in the scouting program. The Pack depends on annual fund raisers, including the selling of Christmas weaths and other similar items. Each boy is expected to take an active part in these activities. These fund raisers cover the cost of each boy's awards and activies. The fee does not cover the cost of the boy's uniform. Most dens have dues for each den meeting that cover costs for the meeting. These can be event fees, art supplies, snack and drinks, etc..

Do Cub Scouts wear uniforms?

Yes. Uniforms are required and our Cubs are proud to wear them! Uniforms vary by rank, but the same basic shirt can be worn each year. Each year, the hat and neckerchief change. A list of local scout stores is here.