COMMITTEE CHAIR

COMMITTEE CHAIR INFORMATION

CAN YOU TELL ME A LITTLE ABOUT PACK 204

Cub Scout Pack 204 was founded in 2011, with the help of our Charter church, St. Paul’s Methodist Church. At the time, there were no other local Cub Scouts Packs. Since then, our Pack has grown to include up to 90 Scouts and 15 Leaders. Our program starts with the Lion’s program and continues through to the Arrow of Light program. Once the Arrow of Light program has been completed, the Scout can transition to the Boy Scouts.

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In 2016, we were honored to pilot the Lions program for the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) Organization before it was rolled out to all of Cub Scout Packs. In 2018, we are happy to continue our growth by making the Lions program an official part of the Cub Scout program and by welcoming girls into our Pack.

WHAT IS A DEN

Cub Scout Dens are made up of other scouts of the same Cub Scout rank. Dens usually meet weekly or biweekly. The ranks are determined by the scouts age and/or grade.

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Children like to belong to a group. The den is the place where scouts can learn new skills and develop interests in new things. They have fun in den meetings, during indoor and outdoor activities, and on field trips. As part of a small group of six to eight scouts, they are able to learn sportsmanship and good citizenship. They learn how to get along with others. They learn how to do their best, not just for themselves but also for the den.

WHAT ARE THE SCOUT RANKS

•Lions: The child must be at least 5 years old and/or is in kindergarten.
•Tigers: The child must be at least 7 years old  and/or is in the first grade.
•Wolf: The child must be at least 8 years old and/or in second grade.
•Bear: The child must be at least 9 years old and/or is in the third grade.
•Webelo Level 1: The child must be at least 10 years old and/or is in the fourth grade.
•Webelo Level 2: Arrow of Light: The child must be at least 11 years old and/or is in the fifth grade.

WHAT IS A PACK

Cub Scout Packs are made up of all of the dens in the Cub Scout Council number. Packs usually meet monthly.

WHAT IS A COMMITTEE CHAIR

Committee Chairs are adult volunteers that work directly with Pack Committee and Leaders to execute the Cub Scouting program in their pack.

WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO BE A COMMITTEE CHAIR

The Committee Chair Is at least 21 years old, is selected by the chartered

organization, and is registered as an adult leader of the BSA. One member is designated as pack committee chair.

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF A COMMITTEE CHAIR

The pack Committee Chair leads the pack committee and is responsible for the administration, oversight, and support of the pack program. The pack Committee Chair’s role is to:

• Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative and the chartered organization to cultivate harmonious relations and maintain communications.

• Confer with the Cubmaster on policy matters relating to Cub Scouting and the chartered organization.

• Supervise pack committee operation by

  • Calling and presiding at pack leaders' meetings.

  • Assigning duties to committee members.

  • Planning for pack charter review, roundup, and reregistration.

  • Approving bills before payment by the pack treasurer.

• Conduct the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders’ meetings.

• Ask the committee to assist with recommendations for Cubmaster, assistant Cubmasters, and den leaders, as needed.

• Recognize the need for more dens and see that they are formed as needed.

• Work with the chartered organization representative to provide adequate and safe facilities for pack meetings.

• Cooperate with the Cubmaster on council-approved money-earning projects so the pack can earn money for materials and equipment.

• If the Cubmaster is unable to serve, assume active direction of the pack until a successor is recruited and registered.

• Appoint a committee member or other registered adult to be responsible for Youth Protection training.

• Develop and maintain strong pack-troop relationships, and work closely with the unit commissioner and other pack and troop leaders in bringing about a smooth transition of Webelos Scouts into the troop.

• Support the policies of the BSA.

IS THERE TRAINING TO BE AN COMMITTEE CHAIR

Training is provided and required to become a Committee Member for the BSA. These classes are provided online and can be taken at your convenience. There is no cost to the Leader for the training.

•The Youth Protection Training and Youth Protection Pledge Cards are required for all new registered leaders and must be retaken every two years to maintain registration.

•STEM Orientation is designed to help Leaders learn more about their Scouting role and about other leadership positions
in the program.

•Leader Position-Specific Training are instructor-led courses that are designed to help Leaders learn how to effectively carry out their Scouting roles.

•There is a Leader Guide that is designed to describe your role as a pack committee member and will give you more information about the role. The activities found in the Leader Guide are designed to support the purposes of Cub Scouting and are chosen to help promote the overall aims of Scouting:

     •To develop a boy’s character,

     •Train him in good citizenship,

     •And encourage him to become more fit—physically, mentally, and morally.

WHAT ITEMS WILL I NEED TO PURCHASE TO BE A LEADER

The BSA has always been a uniformed body. The uniforms help to create a sense of belonging by symbolizing character development, citizenship training and personal fitness. Wearing a uniform also gives the Scout and Leaders a sense of identification and commitment. All items can be purchased from the Wilmington Scout Shop at 912 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE 19801 and the Dover Army-Navy Store at 222 W. Loockerman Street, Dover, DE 19904. All items are required unless notated.

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•An official tan Cub Scout shirt depending. It can be long or short sleeved. Things to keep in mind, the short sleeved shirt can be worn throughout the seasons; however, a long sleeve shirt should not be worn under the short sleeve shirt.

•The official Cub neckerchief and Slide for the den rank are optional. If one was purchased during a prior season, they do not need to need a new one.

•The official Cub Cap for the den rank is optional. If one was purchased during a prior season, they do not need to need a new one.

•The official Cub Scout buckle and belt. You can buy rank specific belts and buckles, but to keep costs low, we only require the Cub Scout emblem one. If one was purchased during a prior season, they do not need to need a new one.

•During Den meetings or offsite Den Activities (unless specified):

     •Men may wear pants or shorts that are jean or green. These items do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

     •Women may wear pants, skorts or shorts that are jean or green. These items do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

•During Pack Meetings (unless specified).

     •Men must wear the green pants or shorts. These items do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

     •Women must wear green pants, skorts or shorts. These items do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

•Socks can be white. These do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

•Shoes must be closed toe, cover the ankle and appropriate for activities. No heals. These do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

•Patches: World Crest emblem, Council shoulder insignia, unit numerals (204). We do not recommend using the glue on material for the patches, so that they can be easily changed, if needed.

•During Pack events such as parades or popcorn sales, Leaders must wear their full uniform since they are representing our Pack and the Cub Scouts program.

WHAT KIND OF ACTIVITIES WILL MY PACK PARTICIPATE IN

For the Pack Meetings, some activities may include a hayride, walking in a local parade, monthly Pack Meetings where they will receive their advancement loops, the Pinewood Derby, a Blue and Gold Banquet, food collections for a local food pantry, two camping trips and much more.

For the Den Meetings, they will work towards receiving their Bobcat badge (If not earned previously) and completing their Lion requirements during their Den meetings. This may include activities, outings, learning the Scout motto and oath. Their Den Leader will provide more in depth information.