Pack 131 leadership is comprised of parents and grandparents who volunteer their time to provide a quality Cub Scout program to our youth. As the saying goes, “You get what you give.” If we want our children to enjoy a well-run Cub Scout program that will give them the opportunity to not only make great memories and learn valuable lessons, but also prepare them to become young adults, it is up to us to provide that pathway and environment. There are many formal and informal ways you as an adult can support the Pack.
Become a Registered Adult Leader
There are several positions you as a registered adult can hold:
- Pack Committee Chair
- Pack Cubmaster
- Pack Assistant Cubmaster
- Den Leader
- Assistant Den Leader
- Committee Member
- Pack Treasurer
- Pack Secretary
- Pack Advancement Chair
- Pack Trainer
- Pack Outings/Activities Chair
- New Member Coordinator
Being helpful is part of the Scout Law, a value we seek to instill in everyone. The best way to help is not to wait until someone asks, but by providing assistance when you know someone needs it. When offering to help consider the following:
- What things are you good at?
- What do you enjoy doing?
- What hobbies or skills do enjoy?
If you have not already been asked, you should complete the Family Talent Survey. This one page survey is given to a leader in your pack so they know what resources are available.
Any leader or volunteer in your pack can tell you how you can help the group. If you help by doing something you are good at you will find it rewarding and may lead you to becoming a volunteer.
Requirements for Adult Leaders
To serve in a volunteer position in Scouting requires an adult to register with Scouting America.
- Be 21 years of age or older.
- Complete an adult application*, either hard copy or on-line.
- Complete Youth Protection Training.
- The pack committee chair and chartered organization reviews and approves the application.
Not all volunteers work directly with youth. Many serve in positions that support those who do. Additionally, leaders take position-specific training as well as attend additional training like Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) or Wood Badge to expand their knowledge, skills, and abilities. They also attend local Roundtables to share best practices with other Scout leaders.
*All applicants are subject to a criminal background check. Additionally all applicants must complete Youth Protection Training, and stay current in their training.
