Parents Guide

A parents guide to cub scoutsWelcome to Cub Scouting! .................................................................................................................... 4 About Pack 320 ..................................................................................................................................... 5 Pack and Den Communication ................................................................................................................5 Pack 320 Organizational Chart.................................................................................................................6 Plan for Advancement ..............................................................................................................................8 Bobcat Rank (All new Cub Scouts)..8 Tiger Cub Program (First Graders)..8 Cub Scout Program: Wolves and Bears (Second & Third Graders)..8 Webelos Program (Fourth and Fifth Graders)...9 Scouting Supplies and Uniform Checklist ..............................................................................................10 Patch and Badge Placement..12 Mission of the Boy Scouts of America.....................................................................................................13 Cub Scout Promise......13 Cub Scout Motto.......13 Boy Scout Law......13 Cub Scout Sign.....14 Cub Scout Colors.....14 Cub Scout Salute.....14 Money Management.15 Reimbursement Policy....15 Payments Made to Pack 320.....16 Registration and Pack Dues.......16 Annual BSA Registration16 Pack Dues and Fees17 Fundraising....17 Financial Hardship....18

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Special Pack Events................................................................................................................................19 September-May.19 June- August.....20 Recognition and Achievement.................................................................................................................21 Pack Awards: Segments.....21 Non-Pack Awards.23 Academic Belt Loops.....23 Sports Belt Loops....24

Rules and Regulations............................................................................................................................25 Your Role as a Parent.............................................................................................................................26 Things You Can Do to Help Your Cub Scout .........................................................................................28 Parent Survey and Acknowledgement Form ..........................................................................................29

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Welcome to Cub Scout pack 320!Cub Scouting is a year-round family-oriented division of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) program designed for boys who are in the first through fifth grades (or are between 7 and 10 years of age). Parents, Adult Leaders, and Chartering Organizations work together to achieve the Twelve Core Values of Cub Scouting:

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Citizenship: Contributing service and showing responsibility to local, state, and national communities.

7. Honesty: Telling the truth and being worthy of trust. 8. Perseverance: Sticking with something and not giving up, even if it is difficult. 9. Positive Attitude: Being cheerful and setting our minds to look for and find the best in all situations. 10. Resourcefulness: Using human and other resources to their fullest. 11. Respect: Showing regard for the worth of something or someone. 12. Responsibility: Fulfilling our duty to God, country, other people, and ourselves

2. Compassion: Being kind and considerate, and showing concern for the well-being of others. 3. Cooperation: Being helpful and working together with others toward a common goal. 4. Courage: Being brave and doing what is right regardless of our fears, the difficulties, or the consequences. 5. Faith: Having inner strength and confidence based on our trust in God. 6. Health and Fitness: Being personally committed to keeping our minds and bodies clean and fit.

As a parent, you want your son to grow up to be a self-reliant, dependable, and caring individual. Scouting has these same goals in mind for him. Since 1910, we have been weaving lifetime values into fun and educational activities designed to assist parents in strengthening character, good citizenship, and physical fitness in youth. Scouting teaches family values. But we know that boys do not join Scouting just to get their character built. Boys join because it is fun!

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About Pack 320Cub Scout Pack 320 is made up of first grade through fifth grade boys from Ben Franklin, Eleanor Roosevelt and Minnehaha elementary schools. Our pack currently meets in the Roosevelt Elementary Gym most Tuesday nights during the school year, from 6:30-7:30pm. Generally, there are two to three den meetings and one pack meeting per month. Most field trips are held on the weekends or on school holidays, with Go See It events on Tuesday evenings in place of our Den meetings. The Scouting year runs year-round. Cub Scouts is not a drop off activity. If your Scout is a Tiger Cub he is required to have an Akela [means Good Leader] with him. This can be you, your spouse, Grandma, Grandpa, or any adult you feel is appropriate to fill this position. The organization of the pack is standard. Boys meet in small groups (Dens) of 5 to 10 boys. Each den has an adult leader (called a Den Leader), and consists of mainly boys in the same grade. First graders are Tiger Cubs, second graders are Wolf Cubs, third graders are Bear Cubs, and fourth and fifth graders are Webelos. See the Plan for Advancement section (pg. 8) for more information on these levels. Together, the dens join together to make the whole Pack. Pack 320, together with other Cub Scout packs and Boy Scout troops make up the Fort Vancouver District (ftvancouverbsa.org). The Fort Vancouver District is part of the Cascade Pacific Council (cpcbsa.org). There are over 300 councils and 47,259 packs in the United States. As of 12/31/2010, Cub Scout youth membership included 226, 211 Tiger Cubs, 707,868 Cub Scouts, and 573,522 Webelos Scouts, for a total of 1,507,601!

Pack and Den CommunicationCub Scouting involves planning, scheduling, execution and management of dozens of den and pack meetings, field trips, and special events like the Pinewood Derby. To enable all these activities to happen requires a great deal of communication between Pack and Den leaders and the parents of the pack. For most communications email is our preferred means of communication. (If you do not have timely access to email please let you Den leader know so that alternate means of communication can be provided.) The following web sites may be useful to you for gathering information about the pack and Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting: Ft. Vancouver District: ftvancouverbsa.org Cascade Pacific Council: cpcbsa.org Boy Scouts of America: scouting.org Online Scout Store: scoutingstuff.org 5

Pack 320 Organizational ChartChartered OrganizationFort Vancouver Lions Club Fortvancouverlions.org Chartered Org. Representative

Treasurer

Committee Chair

Pack Committee (Parents welcome)

Secretary CubmasterAwards & Advancement Chair Event Coordinator

Assist. Cubmaster

Tiger Cub Den Leaders

Cub Scout Den Leaders

Webelos Den Leaders

Adult Partners (Akelas or parents)

Asst. Cub Scout Den Leaders Boy Scouts of America (National, Scouting.org) Cascade Pacific Council (Regional, cpcbsa.org)

Asst. Webelos Den Leaders

Fort Vancouver District (Local, ftvancouverbsa.org) District Director

Pack 320 (Cubscoutpack320.com)

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Each Cub Scout pack is sponsored by a chartering organization. Ours is the Fort Vancouver Lions Club (fortvancouverlions.org) and we very much appreciate their support. Our charter organization sponsors the pack to the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and in return we receive a charter from the BSA to operate the pack. They also appoint a Chartered Organization Representative (Craig Limoges, craig@limgoesinvest.com) to the Pack Committee and assist in the selection of Pack leaders. The Pack is run by the Pack Committee, which consists of appointed members, Den Leaders, as well as all parents. The Pack Committee helps to plan Pack 320s annual Cub Scout program as well as being actively involved in areas such as record keeping, finances, advancement, activities, etc. The Pack Committee is headed by a Committee Chairman. The Committee and Pack leaders meet once a month (usually the second Monday at the new Vancouver Main library, 6:30pm) to plan pack meetings and other pack activities. Parents are encouraged to attend these meetings. Parents play an important role in the pack. The leaders will do their best to provide a quality program, but all the leaders in Pack 320 are volunteers and have many other obligations. We depend on parents to help provide a quality program. We ask every parent to help the Pack in some capacity (see pages 26-28). Parents should support and help out at Den meetings when needed. Please ask your sons Den leader how you can be most helpful. In addition, you should help with at least one pack activity a year (e.g. Pinewood Derby or a campout). A parent should attend the Pack meetings together with the Cub Scout. Every handbook for boys has a parent guide at the beginning. We encourage all parents to complete Youth Protection Training available online from the BSA online. There are no secrets in Cub Scouts; parents are welcome in any organizational meetings of the pack, district or council. At the Council level, there are District Executives and District Directors (Kate Benson, kbenson@cpcbsa.org) who provide support and direction to our local Scouting units; not to mention all the other volunteers on the District Training Staff, District Roundtable Staff, and a host of other Scouting support organizations and sponsors.

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PLAN FOR ADVANCEMENTBOBCAT RANKThe Bobcat rank is the first badge earned when a boy joins a Cub Scout Pack as a Wolf, Bear, or Webelos scout. It shows that the scout has learned the Cub Scout basics such as the Promise, Law of the Pack, sign, handshake, motto, and salute (see pages 13-14).

TIGER CUB PROGRAM (1ST GRADE)The Cub Scout adventure begins with Tiger Cubs, a program of exciting indoor and outdoor activities just right for a boy who is in First Grade and/or is 7 years old. You are there with him as his support and guide, but you don't do things for him. He will learn by doing things himself. And as he learns and grows your relationship with him will grow, too. Each boy/adult team is a member of a Tiger Cub Den that: Has three to eight boy/adult teams. Meets two-three times a month in a den meeting. Has one outing a month called a Go See It. Attends the monthly pack meetings Each pack has a Tiger Cub Den Leader: This person plans and executes a year-round program of activities for the Tiger Cub Den. Each month, the Tiger Cub Den Leader should work with a different boy/adult partner team to plan the two monthly Den meetings, the Go See It, and the Dens part in the Pack meeting. This is called shared leadership.

CUB SCOUT PROGRAM: WOLF & BEARS (2ND AND 3RD GRADES)This is a big adventure for a boy, one the Boy Scouts of America hopes all boys will complete. To earn the Wolf rank, a Cub Scout must complete 58 tasks out of a possible 74 tasks that are offered in the Wolf Cub Handbook. Your boy is a member of a (Wolf, Bear) Den that: Has four to eight boys. Meets two-three times a month. Is led by a trained Den Leader (usually a parent). Ideally has at least one assistant Den Leader and optionally a Den Chief (a boy scout appointed to the position by his troop). Has games, crafts, experiments, songs and ceremonies at meetings and periodic field trips. 8

WEBELOS SCOUT PROGRAM (4th & 5th Grades)The Webelos badge is the fifth rank in Cub Scouting (coming after Tiger Cub, Bobcat, Wolf, and Bear). You can start on it as soon as you join a Webelos Den, and have earned the Bobcat badge. To earn the Webelos rank, you must be active in your Den for at least 3 months and complete all of the requirements. You'll be proud to earn the Webelos rank and receive your badge at a pack meeting. Your boy is a member of a Webelos (Well Be Loyal Scouts) Den that: Has four to eight boys Meets once a week. Is led by a trained Den Leader (usually a parent). Ideally as at least one assistant Den Leader and often a Den Chief (a boy scout appointed to the position by his troop). Works to earn the Fitness, Citizen, and at least one other activity badge.

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SCOUTING SUPPLIES AND THE UNIFORMScouting supplies are available locally through the Counciloperated Scout Shops and online through the BSA Catalog (.org). Buying locally helps support the local scouting program. Our nearest shop is:NorWest National Scout Shop 2145 SW Naito Pkwy Portland, OR 97201 503-243-5022 M-F: 9a-5:30p, Sat.: 10a-4p, Sun: Closed

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We recommend you buy your sons uniform 1-2 sizes bigger than he currently wears so that he can grow into it over several years and you wont have to buy a bigger size and re-sew the patches in a few years. The Ft. Vancouver District patch goes on the RIGHT pocket. Place the top of the District patch 2 1/4 inches below the tip of the RIGHT front pocket flap. This looks low at first, but allows for 3 rows of segments to be placed around the patch. Fold the Oregon Washington Cascade Pacific Council in half gently, vertically to find the middle. Place a pin in the center of the patch. Line this pin up with the shoulder seam, so it is centered. Pin in place and sew. The top edge of the patch should be just under the shoulder seam. Center the red 320 numbers just below the council patch. Sew the 2 on first in the center below the council patch. Then sew the 3 and 0 on either side. Sew the numbers on with red thread outside of the red stitched border on the number patches. World Crest patch (purple with white fleur de lis) is centered over the left pocket midway between the pocket top and the shoulder. The Bobcat badge should be centered on the left pocket directly below the tip of the pocket flap. Line up the bottom of the patch with the point of the bottom of the pocket. Hand sewing this on might be preferable to allow use of this pocket. 12

For segments, match the thread to the background color of the segment or use a neutral gray colored thread. If the segment design goes up against the border (like in the Ft. Vancouver segment) then sew the segment on with a matching border color. When a ring of segments around the Ft. Vancouver District patch is almost complete, space out the segments to form the circle, otherwise there is a gap of space left in the ring, b/c the segments are not sized to form a perfect ring of segments around the patch with no gap remaining. When washing the uniform, button it up, then turn it inside out to help protect the patches. If using a sewing machine, you may consider having the bobbin thread be a dark navy blue so it matches the inside of the shirt. This is an option.

Mission of the Boy Scouts of AmericaThe mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

Cub Scout PromiseI promise to do my best To do my duty to God and my Country To help other people And to obey the Law of the Pack.

Boy Scout Law (12 Points)

Cub Scout Motto

A Scout is Trustworthy: A Scout tells the truth. He keeps his promises. Honesty is part of his code of conduct. People can depend on him. A Scout is Loyal: A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and nation. A Scout is Helpful: A Scout cares about other people. He willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward. A Scout is Friendly: A Scout is a friend to all. He is a brother to other Scouts. He seeks to understand others. He respects those with ideas and customs other than his own. A Scout is Courteous: A Scout is polite to everyone regardless of age or position. He knows good manners make it easier for people to get along together. A Scout is Kind: A Scout knows there is strength in being gentle. He treats others as he wants to be treated. Without good reason, he does not harm or kill any living thing. A Scout is Obedient: A Scout follows the rules of his family, school, and troop. He obeys the laws of his community and country. If he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them changed in an orderly manner rather than disobeying them.

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A Scout is Cheerful: A Scout looks for the bright side of life. He cheerfully does tasks that come his way. He tries to make others happy. A Scout is Thrifty: A Scout works to pay his way and to help others. He saves for unforeseen needs. He protects and conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property. A Scout is Brave: A Scout can face danger although he is afraid. He has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh at him or threaten him. A Scout is Clean: A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean. He chooses the company of those who live by high standards. He helps keep his home and community clean. A Scout is Reverent: A Scout is reverent toward God. He is faithful in his religious duties. He respects the beliefs of others.

The Cub Scout SignThe two fingered sign signals that it is time for everyone to be quiet and pay attention. When your son (or you) see it at a meeting, you need to be quiet and return the sign to the leader. Please be a good example to your son by modeling the behavior we are seeking to encourage with the sign.

Cub Scout ColorsThe Cub Scout colors are blue and gold. They have special meaning, which will help boys see beyond the fun of Cub Scouting to its ultimate goals. The blue stands for truth and spirituality, steadfast loyalty, and the sky above. The gold stands for warm sunlight, good cheer, and happiness.

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MONEY MANAGEMENTOur Pack maintains its own financial accounts. The Pack Committee authorizes all Pack expenditures. All Pack funds must pass through the Committee Treasurer. The Treasurer of Pack 320 is responsible for collecting money, making deposits, receiving expense reports, paying bills, writing checks, creating and managing the budget, reviewing bank statements and balancing the Packs general fund, as well as each scouts individual accounts. The Treasurer will maintain a detailed spreadsheet, showing all checks that have been issued as well as all items that have been deposited. The Treasurer will provide a financial performance report at each monthly committee meeting. It will include the current state of the Packs finances, comparing the actual results versus the budgeted target. Pack expenditures are authorized by a majority vote. Our priority is good financial "transparency" (i.e. multiple people see the bank statements and other documents) and "traceability" (i.e. evidence on why money was spent and where incoming money goes). Copies of all receipts, statements and reports can be requested by parents or Committee Members at any time.

Reimbursement requestsAny individual who incurs an approved expense on behalf of the pack may submit a Reimbursement Request form along with their receipt for reimbursement approval by the committee. Instructions for submitting a Reimbursement Request: 1. It is advisable to check with the treasurer BEFORE making any purchases. If there are no pack funds available, there cannot be any disbursements. The Pack will not go into debt for any reason. 2. Please include a completed form when requesting reimbursement. Without a completed form, reimbursement cannot be provided. 3. List individual items purchased with the date of purchase, quantity, and description or reason for purchase. Each individual receipt requires a separate form. 4. Sign completed form. 5. Staple original receipt to this form and keep a copy for your own records. 6. Deliver completed form to our Treasurer in person or mail to: Linda Dyer 108 NW Lincoln Ave Vancouver, WA 98663 360-695-3868 7. All forms will be considered by the pack committee at the next monthly committee meeting and either approved (in which you will receive reimbursement via check) or denied with an explanation.

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PAYMENTS MADE TO PACK 320 Checks. Whether its for BSA annual registration fees, monthly dues or Cub Scout, we strongly prefer payments made by check rather than cash. All checks should be written to Cub Scout Pack 320, not a specific person. With every check, please write a brief description of the purpose of the check in the "comments" section. No checks will be held until payday, no exceptions. If we have a returned check, you are responsible for reimbursement of any bank fees. Cash payments must be placed into a Pack 320 deposit envelope, have your signature, date, amount and description written on the outside. Leave the envelope unsealed and turn into your den leader or our Treasurer. Whoever takes the cash from you must verify the amount in front of you and then initial and seal the front of the envelope.

REGISTRATION AND PACK DUESANNUAL BSA REGISTRATION New Cub Scouts: In order to become an official Cub Scout, Boy Scouts of America requires a registration application to be filled out, along with a $15 annual registration fee; (please make this check payable to Cub Scout Pack 320.) Once you have completed and submitted your application and fee to Pack 320, you can visit the Scout Supply Shop to purchase a uniform and Scout Handbook for your new Cub Scout! Since the BSA registration runs from January through December of every calendar year, when a new scout joins, he pays a pro-rated amount, which pays his registration fee through to the end of the current year. The amount depends on which month your Scout joins (please see chart for rates). It is important to note that Pack 320 starts collecting registration fees for returning applications in October for the next year (they are due to the Council in November). So if your Scout joins in September, you will be responsible for the following fees: $5.00 for pro-rated BSA 2010-2011 registration fee $4.00 for pro-rated Boys Life magazine (Nov & Dec) $15.00 for 2011-2012 BSA 2011-2012 registration fee $12.00 Boys Life subscription for 2011-2012 (optional)

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Returning Cub Scouts: You will need to fill out another registration application. All returning scouts are still responsible for the annual $15 BSA registration fee and magazine subscription, due in October; (please make this check payable to Cub Scout Pack 320). Boys Life magazine: If youd like to have your son receive the monthly Boys Life magazine, a subscription is $12.00 per year. The $12.00 should be included youre your annual BSA fee, for both new and returning scouts. [Boys Life is a magazine for boys (and adults!) that has interesting features on Scouting, sports, hobbies, magic, science, and U.S. History; as well as jokes, comics, and short stories]. Registered Adult Leaders (including new and returning Den Leaders): must complete an adult application and submit adult BSA registration fees, which are the same as youth fees ($15 per year). Adult registration includes an automatic subscription to Scouter Magazine. All adults registering as Leaders or Adult Volunteers must complete the Youth Protection Training online (scouting.org) and include a printed copy of the certificate with their registration form. Checks should be made out to "Cub Scout Pack 320" for the total amount. Tiger Cub parents are not required to officially register but will serve as Den assistants.

MONTHLY PACK DUES & feesPack 320 collects $7.00 in monthly dues for 11 months each year and are due no later than the first meeting we have each month. These dues go into our general Pack fund, which helps to cover approved rank advancements, monthly Pack activity patches/segments, Pack activities, and craft supplies. Pinewood Derby cars and accessories are purchased by each Scout. You can choose to pay your dues for a year in advance. We highly recommend this option, as it is easier for both the Pack and the parents to keep track of. Dues can also be made on a half yearly basis or monthly. YEARLY 6-MONTH MONTHLY

Pro-rated Pack dues for September-December Annual Pack Dues [11 months]

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$7.00 x 4 payments

$77.00

$38.50 x 2 payments

$7.00 x 11 payments

Non-pack awards such as belt loops (see pg. 23), are considered non-pack awards and are not included in your monthly Pack dues. You can choose to turn in completed belt loop forms along with a check for the amount (they are $1.79 each) to the Treasurer as your Scout earns them throughout the year. We will pick them up on our next trip to the Scout Store. You can also choose to deposit a small amount into your sons individual account, which will stay until it is used for Belt Loops or other nonpack awards with your approval.

FUNDRAISINGTo lessen the financial burden on the families in Pack 320 and reduce out-of-pocket expenses for parents, we conduct several Pack-sponsored fundraisers throughout the year. Please keep in mind that for a quality program, there must be funds available to cover activity costs and operating expenses. We encourage 100% participation from all members of the Pack. This includes selling both 17

individually as well as participating in show & sells in front of local grocery stores. Some fundraisers we may participate in throughout the year include but are not limited to: Trails End Popcorn Sales: This national fundraiser runs from September through November and is comparable to the Girl Scouts Cookie Sales. Trails End has been sold by Scouts for 30 years. Trails End is EXCLUSIVE to Scouting. No other group can sell it. Your Scout can sell Trails End two ways : with an online account for friends and family out of town and through individual sales. The Pack will have several dates set up in September and October for sales at local stores. Our pack receives over 30% of the sales when the fundraiser is over. Along with the profit your unit earns, a portion of the proceeds funds the council in its mission to support your unit with leader training, resources, facilities, and other council services. Candy Bars and Meat Sticks: Pack 320 runs our candy bar and meat sticks fundraiser from February to April. These Worlds Finest chocolate bars and Tillamook jerky are easy and fun to sell! Cub Scouts are encouraged to sell both individually and join fellow Scouts in front of designated store fronts. Tree Recycling: In mid-December, we will join together as a group and pass out flyers in our designated neighborhood in Vancouver to advertise our Holiday Tree Pickup service. All Scouts should help with this and the community recycling event that will occur in January. Cake Auction: As part of our annual Blue and Gold Banquet, we ask that Scouts and their families bake, decorate and donated at least one cake item to our Cake Auction. All cakes will have a $5.00 starting price and will be silently bid on and will go home with the highest paying person. Cakes will be judged for creativity.

Financial HardshipIn the event that your family is experiencing financial hardship and you need financial assistance with a uniform, pack registration or den dues, please speak to our Treasurer or your Den Leader. All inquiries will be held in the strictest of confidence and every effort will be made to assist you and your Cub Scout. It is our goal that financial problems in any Pack family should not prevent boys from having a full Cub Scout experience.

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Special Pack EventsThe Pack Calendar is the current calendar of events for Pack 320. We realize that boys and families have different needs and we've attempted to plan a program that meets as many needs as possible. It is not expected that each boy will attend each and every event. Please note that dates are subject to change as we get closer to events. Announcements of special events and calendar updates will be sent via email, so be sure your current email address is on file. If you have suggestions for our program, please let a Leader know.

September: Join Nights, weekly meetings resume, and TrailsEnd Popcorn Sales begin

October: Harvest Festival at Cub World November: March in the Fort Vancouver Veterans Day Parade December: Annual Walk & Knock (door-to-door foodcollections for local food banks)

January: Holiday Tree pickup fundraiser February: Scoutings anniversary month.Most of the packs across the country hold a Blue and Gold Banquet as a highlight of the year's program. It brings families and neighbors together for a meal and a time of fun and inspiration. The banquet is usually held in place of the February pack meeting, and it's an event the boys look forward to with excitement. Pack 320 includes a cake auction, where boys and parents are encouraged to bake and decorate at least one cake each, donate it to the pack and it is then auctioned off to the highest silent bidder.

March: Candy bar and meat sticks fundraiser continues (Feb.-April);The Pinewood Derby is an event that almost every boy loves (and bigger boys remember from their own youth). They have the chance to build their very own race car (within specific limitations) with the help of an adult. Our pack generally has its Pinewood Derby in March.

May: March in the Hazel Dell Parade and enjoy the Raingutter Regatta.This is an event where the boys build a boat from the provided kit, and then have races blowing their boats down the length of a water-filled rain gutter. This provides the boys with another chance to do something on their own or to work closely with an adult, and the airpower is strictly scout-provided.

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JUNE:

End of school and weekly den/pack meetings also take a short vacation, until September, but our Pack BBQ kicks off the summer and our Go See It field trips and outdoor events are in full swing! The boys create kites in their dens and have a Kite Derby to show off their creations! Pack 320 hosts a Bike Rodeo, complete with a Basic Skills Bike Challenge is self guided by Den Leaders or Parent. There are stations each boy must try out to help develop his coordination and reflexes and to learn the skills needed to control his bicycle.

July:

One of the benefits of Scouting is exposing our sons to the Great Outdoors; to put and keep the outing in Scouting. One excellent way to achieve this is camping. Cub Scout Day Camp is part of the camping program of the BSA. Our Pack attends a day camp at Camp Lewis in Battle Ground, WA as an experience in outdoor living. Cub Scout Day camp helps individual boys grow, and at the same time helps strengthen the den and pack program. Cub Scouts of any rank may attend this week-long Day Camp and will have opportunities to practice at archery, try to hit targets at the bb gun range and be introduced to leather crafts and lots of fun camp songs and skits!

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As if the summer camping programs were not enough, families are encouraged to go camping together as well. Pack 320 invites all of our Scouts and their families to a family campout at the end of summer (usually mid to late August). This is a great opportunity for the whole family to get outdoors together, to have a good time, and to discover new facets about everyone. Family camping is purely optional but it is highly encouraged. Its a great time together as a family and as a collection of families that makes up a Cub Scout Pack.

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Recognition aND AchievementPACK AWARDSSegment program.The Pack patch and segment program was developed to enhance unit pride and encourage participation by recognizing a Scout's attendance at various pack events. The use of small segments allows the pack to recognize more activities without greatly increased cost. Segments are handed out during monthly Pack meetings and award ceremonies. It is recommended that the circular Fort Vancouver District patch is sewn on low over the bottom half of the pocket to allow for 3 rows of segments to be added around the District patch. A Scout may choose to keep the Fort Vancouver District patch on the pocket and purchase an additional one to place on the back of his red brag vest. In this case, all segments would encircle the round district patch on the vest and none would be placed on the blue uniform shirt. Each Council has their own segment program. The one we follow is set out by our local Cascade Pacific Council program and is not a BSA National program.

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NON-PACK AWARDSAcademics & Sports programis a supplemental enrichment program that complements the existing Cub Scout program. The program encourages the development of physical, mental and emotional fitness. Fitness includes the body (well-tuned and healthy), the mind (able to think and solve problems), and the emotions (self-control, courage, and selfrespect). It allows Scouts to explore different academic and sporting areas of interest. The Academic and Sports Program is an optional program for all Cub Scouts. It is not part of the normal requirements towards ranks. As in most activities in Cub Scouting, this is not meant to be a highly competitive program. The boys are encouraged to DO THEIR BEST. Belt loops are awarded to boys who complete the three belt loop requirements in an academic subject or sport. Academic belt loops are gold, and Sports belt loops are silver (except for the Archery and BB-gun Shooting belt loops, which are brass colored). Requirements can be found in the Cub Scout Academic and Sports Program Guide available online or at the Scout Shop.

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Rules and Regulations SAFETY FIRST. Youth Safety is an important part of the Scouting program. The safety guidelines of the Boy Scouts of America are adhered to during all Scouting events without exception. Some of the safety guidelines that have been put into place by the Boy Scouts of America are: Two deep leadership: Two adults on all outings. One must be registered. No one-on-one contact: No Scout will be allowed alone with an adult unless in view of others, except with their own parent or guardian. Respect of privacy: Adult leaders will respect the privacy of youth members when changing clothes, going to the restroom or taking showers. Separate accommodations: No youth is allowed in a tent to sleep or visit with any adult except their own parent or guardian. For a full list please refer to Youth Protection Training at Scouting.org. Parents are responsible for the behavior of their children and guests at all Pack functions. Parents are fully responsible for the conduct of their non-scout children during Pack activities. Parents may be asked to remove disruptive children from these events when necessary. No running or playing tag unless in a Pack organized activity. No children will be allowed to roam the halls at the meeting site or leave without parental permission. Two deep leadership will be in effect at all times. Adult supervision is required at all times. At least one parent/adult partner must accompany the Scout to all Scouting events and meetings at the Tiger level. It is the duty of any registered Adult Leader of Pack 320 to assist in maintaining order with the Cub Scouts during any Pack function.

Common courtesy and respect will be shown to each other at all times and is expected by the Scouts, parents, Leaders, and guests. Pack and Den Meetings will start on time and will last approximately 1.5-2 hours, depending upon the activities. Pack Meetings are controlled by the Cubmaster and will follow a predetermined agenda set by the Cubmaster. Den meetings will be controlled by the respective Den Leaders and Assistants. Cub Scouts are expected to be on time for all meetings and functions; it is not fair for the others to have to wait. Call or email your Den Leader if your child cannot attend a meeting or function. After a Den or a Pack Meeting, the meeting area should be neat and clean regardless of the condition before the meeting. BSA policy dictates leaving an area cleaner than when it was found. Everyone in attendance will help with the necessary clean up. Uniforms must be kept clean and neat and worn proudly at all Scout events, unless leadership tells you they are not required for a specific event. We are representing BSA, the Council, the District, Pack 320 and ourselves. 25

There is no alcohol allowed at any Scout event or function. The use of tobacco is prohibited in front of Scouts and should ONLY be used in designated smoking areas. During our meetings, as well as any outings Pack 320 will take, we follow the same bathroom policy. Cub Scouts are to go to the restroom with their supervising parent. If for some reason parents are not available for a bathroom escort, then the Scout is to use the restroom by himself while an adult leader waits outside. Failure to follow the above rules will result in you and your family having to leave a Scout function and possibly being suspended from further Pack 320 activities, as decided on by the Pack Committee.

Your role as a parentCub Scouting encourages closeness to family. The program will give you opportunities to take part in activities with your son that you normally might not do. It provides a positive way for parent and son to grow closer together, and encourages you to spend quality time together. In this way, Cub Scouting is a program for the entire family, and your involvement is vital to the program's success. Some specific things you can do to help your son in Cub Scouting are: Work with your son on projects. Boys often begin projects at den meetings and finish them at home with the help of a parent. Such projects become the catalyst for parents and boys - frequently joined by siblings and friends - to interact with each other in a relaxed way. Because the purpose of a project is to teach a boy new skills, a project will challenge a boy to do tasks that he hasn't already mastered. It's not uncommon, therefore, for a boy to need help from his family to complete some of his projects. In Cub Scouting, boys are not expected to do things entirely on their own. So long as a boy does his best to do as much as he's capable of, it's perfectly acceptable for a parent or sibling to help him. Help encourage your Cub Scout along the advancement trail. The advancement plan is designed for parents to create a learning environment in their home. With the Cub Scout handbooks (Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos) as a resource, parents and boys work together to complete the achievements required for each badge. The advancement plan provides fun for the boys, gives them a sense of personal achievement as they earn patches, segments, and belt loops, and strengthens family understanding as adult family members work with boys on advancement projects. While Cub Scouts learn skills and begin projects in their den meetings, the parent remains at the center of the advancement program. As each task is done or each skill is demonstrated, the parent signs and dates the Cub Scout's handbook to record its completion. It is also important for the 26

scout to take his handbook to each den meetings to allow the Den Leader to see the parents signoff on the achievements. Please write on a piece of paper or email your den leader with a list of the electives or achievements that your son has done at home, along with the date they were done. These are then recorded in our record keeping system in Scout Manage. When the boy has completed all of the requirements to earn an award, the completion is acknowledged before the entire pack of scouts at the next Pack meeting. Participate in weekly den and pack meetings. The Den Meetings are for Cub Scouts and their Adult Leader. The Pack meeting is for the entire family of every Cub Scout. At Pack meetings, parents see their sons in action with their friends, meet other parents, and join with neighbors in caring and sharing. These opportunities are scarce, and Pack meetings highlight how Cub Scouting teaches boys cooperation and collaboration. The meetings are also a weekly showcase for all that the boys have worked on in their den. While boys at this age seem to be struggling toward independence, having the approval of their parents and other adults whom they admire remains important to them - so your presence at these meetings is critical to underscore the importance of the lessons your son has learned. Be an active participant in the pack committee. Boy Scouts is a scout-led program; Cub Scouts is a parent-led program. As the parent of a Cub Scout, you have a responsibility to be an active member of the Cub Scout pack. Attending the monthly Pack Committee Meeting is an excellent way to help guide the entire pack and positively improve your son's scouting experience.

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Ways To Help Your Cub Scout Have his uniform clean, ironed, and have all appropriate patches sewn on in their correct places so he looks great at all Scout functions. Pants, jeans or jean shorts can be worn with the Scout shirt. Please make sure there are no holes, rips or tears in the pants, jeans or jean shorts. Boys can also wear the Scout pants if they have them. Be sure your boy attends as many Den and Pack meetings as possible. Remind him to be on his best behavior while he is there. He is a guest at the meeting site. Attend Pack Meetings with your son. The entire family is invited to attend every Pack meeting. Be alert to his behavior during the meeting; the Den Leader is not solely responsible for him or his actions during the pack meeting. This also holds true with camping experiences. Have fun, and correct and praise as needed. HELP HIM TO ACHIEVE! Read his handbook, familiarize yourself with his rank requirements; many of them are done with the family or at home. Read the parents' supplement at the front of his book. Ask questions of your pack leaders if you are unclear about anything. Remember to sign his handbook for the requirements and electives he completes under your guidance, and remind him to bring his handbook to every meeting. Make sure that your Cub Scout is doing his very best. Don't sign off on achievements unless he has really earned each part of it. Don't count things he did as a Wolf cub towards his Bear rank. He needs to do each item during that rank year. Be willing to help out with transportation for den meetings, field trips, etc. Help him to provide den snacks when it is his turn. Be willing to assist with costumes, skits, crafts, songs, outings, refreshments, etc. Always remember that Cub Scouting is Family Oriented. It is designed to help parents with their boys. The Den and Pack cannot help your boy grow without your help.

As the Law of the Pack states:

The Cub Scout helps the Pack go. The Pack helps the Cub Scout grow.

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Pack 320- PARENT SURVEYCub Scouting operates through volunteer leadership. Volunteer leaders are an example of Scoutings principle of service to others. Naturally, parents are the primary source of leaders in the Scouting program. You volunteer not only to serve Scouting, but also to help your son and his friends and to have the chance to be a positive influence on the youth in your community. Being a leader is fun, challenging and rewarding. Many leaders find that their experiences help them to become better parents. We have a fine group of families who have already indicated their willingness to help the pack, each according to their abilities and time. We invite you to add you talents and interests so that the best possible program can be developed for your boy and his friends. We need YOUR help! Although your help may not be on a full-time basis, whatever assistance you can provide will be most appreciated! Please sign this form and return no later than Tuesday, October 18. 2011.

I have read the 2011-2012 Cub Scout Pack 320 Parents Guide. I agree to the rules and regulations set forth by the Committee. Signature: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

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Committee ChairmanQualifications: Is at least 21 years old and agrees to abide by the Scout Oath or Promise and the Scout Law. Possesses the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that the Boy Scouts of America deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth. Is appointed by the chartered organization and registered as an adult leader of the BSA. Is a person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack's success. This is a person who is respected in the community and who shows the willingness and ability to be the Cubmaster's chief adviser. Responsibilities: Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative, keeping this key person informed of the needs of the pack that must be brought to the attention of the organization or the district. Recruit the Cubmaster and assistant Cubmaster, with the chartered organization's approval. Confer with the Cubmaster on policy matters relating to Cub Scouting and the chartered organization. Recruit members to the pack committee and supervises pack committee operation by Calling to order and presiding at monthly pack committee meetings. Assigning duties to committee members. Planning for pack charter review, membership nights, and re-registration. Approving bills before payment is made by the pack treasurer. Complete Pack Committee Fast Start Training and Basic Leader Training. Ask the Committee to assist with recommendations for Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmasters, Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, and Webelos den leaders, as needed. Cooperate with the Cubmaster on council-approved money-earning projects so the pack can earn money for materials and equipment. Manage finances through adequate financial records. Maintain adequate pack records and take care of pack property. If the Cubmaster is unable to serve, assume active direction of the pack until a successor is recruited and registered. Prepare re-registration papers and an annual report to the chartered organization. Secure signatures and registration fees for the coming year.

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SecretaryResponsibilities: Maintain up-to-date information on membership, leadership, attendance, and advancement in the Scout Manage program. Maintain an inventory of pack property. Handle correspondence for the pack. This may include writing letters of appreciation, requests for reservations, or ordering supplies. Keep notes on business conducted at committee meetings. Record only key items such as things needing follow-up or items for the history of the pack. Provide den leaders with records and forms for meetings.

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TREASURERResponsibilities: Help the pack committee and Cubmaster establish a sound financial program for the pack with a pack budget plan. It is the responsibility of the treasurer to prepare the annual budget based on prior years and upcoming events. A draft of the upcoming budget year should be submitted to committee members for their input, and once agreed upon, should be finalized. This budget now becomes a working tool to manage performance. Open or maintain a bank account in the pack's name and arrange for all transactions to be approved of by yourself as well as one of these: Cubmaster, Committee Chair, or Secretary. Approve all budget expenditures. Check all disbursements against budget allowances, and pay bills by check. The pack committee chair should approve bills before payment. Collect dues from den leaders at the pack leaders' meeting, preferably in sealed den dues envelopes. Open envelopes in the presence of den leaders. Give receipts for these funds, and deposit the money in the bank account. Keep up-to-date financial records. Enter all income and expenditures under the proper budget item in the Pack spreadsheet. Credit each Cub Scout with payment of dues. Give leadership in developing a coordinated record-keeping system in the pack. On the request of den leaders, sympathetically counsel with a boy who does not pay dues, determine the reason, and encourage regular payment. If the boy is unable to pay, work out a plan with the Cubmaster and pack committee so that the boy can earn dues. Periodically report on the pack's financial condition at the monthly committee meeting. Make regular monthly reports to the pack committee at the pack leaders' meeting, and report to the chartered organization as often as desirable on the financial condition of the pack. Print out a copy of each boys account statement at least twice a year and within one week of whenever a parent requests a copy. Make recommendations on fundraising activities. Keep receipts organized and on file. Close and audit the books every year. Reconcile and close issues. Don't let financial problems bleed from one year to the next. Pay all outstanding expenses and bills.

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Activities chairResponsibilities: Plan and arrange for activities and service projects, seek Cubmasters approval and communicate with parents. Arrange for safe transportation when needed. Help inform parents and guardians about upcoming events via email or phone.

Be aware of BSA health and safety requirements and see that they are implemented.

Know and carry out BSA outdoor program policy related to Cub Scouting. Review all activities to ensure that unit leaders comply with BSA policies in the Guide to Safe Scouting.

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Advancement chairResponsibilities: Appointed by the Committee Chairman to ensure that the Pack has goals of helping each Scout advance a rank each year.

Responsible for keeping an accurate inventory of badges and patches that belong the Pack.

Prepare and submit advancement reports with the aid of the Cubmaster.

Check in with den leaders and parents to maintain a list for each Cub Scouts awards, achievements and electives.

Prepare a bi-monthly (or as needed) Scout Store shopping list for patches and badges that need to be purchased. The list will be submitted for approval at the next Committee Meeting.

Is an integral part of planning the annual Blue and Gold ceremony and the corresponding

program pamphlet for the evening.

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cubmasterResponsibilities: The boys see their Cubmaster as the authority figure. The Cubmaster works directly with the pack committee to develop a year-round program of activities that achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting, Conducts monthly pack meetings. Aids den leaders by coordinating monthly program for all leaders. Attends monthly committee meetings and reports information as needed. Has one or more assistants. Provide adequate and safe facilities for pack meetings. Maintain good relations with parents, the charter organization and the District Director. Help with pack charter renewal. Provide sufficient fundraising opportunities so that boys can pay for their Basic Expenses and have money in their Individual Accounts. Promote the use of Tiger Cub, Wolf Cub Scout, Bear Cub Scout, and Webelos Scout den advancement charts to record advancement in the den and as an incentive for advancement. Collect den advancement reports from the Advancement Chair at committee meetings when preparing an order form for badges and insignia from the Scout Shop. Promote the wearing and proper use of uniform and insignia.

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assistant cubmasterResponsibilities: Assists the Cubmaster and assumes Cubmasters duties in his/her absence. Works to facilitate leader and volunteer training. Helps the Activities Chair and Cubmaster plan Pack activities like derbies, service projects, and outings.

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Den leaders(tigers, cubs, and webelos)Responsibilities: Yours is the position that includes a great deal of work, but our den leaders are the ones that have lots of fun! All adult leaders should attend Youth Protection and Cub Scout Leader Basic Training. Plan and organize weekly den meetings. Incorporate games, crafts, and other activities that can be counted toward rank requirements and electives. Keep track of the boys' advancements and report them monthly to the Activities Chair. Attend monthly committee meetings. Try to encourage hands-on parental involvement during den meetings, both to make this job easier and to increase the boys' enjoyment. Seek advice and assistance from the Cubmaster.

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