LION DEN

FAQ

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.

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.

WHEN ARE THE MEETINGS

The Scout and their adult partner should plan to attend one Pack Meeting and two Den Meetings a month. The Den Meeting is where the scouts will work towards completing the requirements needed to advance to the next level. All of the scouts at the Den Meeting will be in the scout’s grade and age range. The den schedules will be scheduled by the Den Leader based on their availability. The meetings could be at the Den Leader’s home or St Paul’s Methodist Church.

​Pack Meetings are typically the third Thursday of the month; however, it could change based on activities. The Pack Meeting is when all of the Dens get together to participate in activities and receive their advancements that they have earned. Pack Meeting locations are typically held at either Brick Mill Elementary School or Old State Elementary School. The Den and Pack Meeting schedules may vary depending on the length of the month and holidays.

WHAT IS THE PARENT PARTICIPATION EXPECTATION

An adult partner, a parent or adult guardian, must be present at all den meetings. Scouts and their adult partners are just that, partners. They attend meetings together, go on adventures like field trips together and complete requirements together.

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The BSA relies on the kindness of volunteers to be able to provide a low cost, high activity program for the Scouts. Please consider volunteering to assist with our Pack Meetings or by joining our Pinewood Derby, Spring Camping Trip and Crossover Picnic Committees. 

HOW LONG IS THE SEASON

The season runs from September through the beginning of June.

WHAT ARE THE ANNUAL DUES AND WHEN ARE THEY DUE

The $110 annual dues cover the Scout’s activities from January through December of the next season.

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If you are joining the Pack during Join Scouting Night, the prorated fee is $25. This amount covers the Packs expenses for the Scout from the moment they join the Pack through December.

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The Pack begins collecting the next year’s dues in November. We only ask for $25 per Scout in November so that we may register the Scout with the BSA in the beginning of December. The remaining balance of $85 is due no later than the January Pack Meeting. There may be additional costs associated with activities depending on the event.

ARE THERE WAYS TO HELP PAY FOR DUES

We try to make the season’s affordable for our Scouts and their families.

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In the fall, our Pack participates by selling popcorn for the BSA. This can be done by going door-to-door and/or by selling popcorn at one of our popcorn booths. If the Scout collects sales on their own order form, they will receive a commission for each sale, which will be applied to their Scout Account.

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Each Scout is asked to do one 2 hour shift at a popcorn booth. In exchange for their time, the Scout will receive $20 towards their Scout Account. If the Scout works four 2 hour shifts during the season, not only will they earn $80 ($20 for each shift) towards their Scout Account, but we will add an additional $20 to their Scout Account. This will be cover all of the next season’s dues. In addition, they will also earn a commission for the items they sold during their popcorn both sales. The commissions are assigned to us by the BSA and may vary by event. Percentages of the earnings pays for the inventory, goes to the BSA, goes to the Pack and to the Scout’s Scout Account.

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In the late winter, early spring, our Pack participates by selling jerky. This can be done by going door-to-door. If the Scout collects sales on their order form, they will receive a commission for each sale, which will be applied to their Scout Account. This is an optional way to help the Scout earn additional funds to pay for their annual dues and activities. The commissions are assigned by the Pack and may vary by event. Percentages of the earnings pays for the inventory, goes to the Pack and to the Scout’s Scout Account.

WHAT IS A SCOUT ACCOUNT

A Scout’s Scout Account can be used to pay for annual dues, Pack or Den activities and Pack approved camping supplies. Upon leaving the Pack, any remaining funds will forfeited. If the Scout is transitioning to the Boy Scouts program, any remaining funds will be transferred. They are not redeemable for cash or other unapproved items.

WHAT ITEMS WILL I NEED TO PURCHASE FOR MY SCOUT

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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•The official Lion kit, which includes the Lion Adventure Book, Lion Parent and Leader Guide and sheet of lion stickers needed for their achievements.

•The official Lion Cub Scout t-shirt.

•The official Lion Cub Cap is optional.

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

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

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

•During Pack Meetings (unless specified).

          •Boys must wear the blue khaki pants or shorts. These items do not have to be purchased at the Scout store.

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

•Socks must be blue. 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.

•During Pack events such as parades or popcorn sales, Scouts must wear their full uniform since they are representing our Pack and the Cub Scouts program. This means the official Lion Cub Scout shirt, blue khaki pants or shorts, official belt, official Lion Cap (optional), socks and shoes.

WHAT KIND OF ACTIVITIES WILL MY SCOUT 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.