Our Mission

 

The mission of Scouting 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 Scout Law. 

Our leadership follows this by focusing on building self-esteem, gaining confidence, and developing a sense of belonging. We do this by experiencing new adventures, meeting new friends, and most importantly having fun!

 

The Cub Scout Motto is "Do Your Best"

It is not always possible to win or be the best, but by doing YOUR best every day to follow the Scout Law and Oath you are doing your part at leaving the world better than you found it. We want them to be the best version of themselves and learn and grow from their experiences, which will in turn help them as adults to lead others to do the same.

Do a Good Turn Daily

 

The Cub Scout slogan is:

“Do a Good Turn Daily”

 

  • Do at least one good turn daily, but do not stop there
  • Look for opportunities to help 
  • Help quietly and without boasting.
  • Good Turns can be big things or small things
  • It is an extra act of kindness, not just something you do because it is good manners.

 

Before you pledge yourself to any oath or promise, you must know what it means. 

 

On my honor...

By giving your word, you are promising to be guided by the ideals of the Scout Oath.

. . . I will do my best . . .

Try hard to live up to the points of the Scout Oath. Measure your achievements against your own high standards and don't be influenced by peer pressure or what other people do.

. . . To do my duty to God . . .

Your family and religious leaders teach you about God and the ways you can serve. You do your duty to God by following the wisdom of those teachings every day and by respecting and defending the rights of others to practice their own beliefs.

. . . and my country . . .

Help keep the United States a strong and fair nation by learning about our system of government and your responsibilities as a citizen and future voter.

America is made up of countless families and communities. When you work to improve your community and your home, you are serving your country. Natural resources are another important part of America's heritage worthy of your efforts to understand, protect, and use wisely. What you do can make a real difference.

. . . and to obey the Scout Law; . . .

The twelve points of the Scout Law are guidelines that can lead you toward wise choices. When you obey the Scout Law, other people will respect you for the way you live, and you will respect yourself.

. . . To help other people at all times; . . .

There are many people who need you. Your cheerful smile and helping hand will ease the burden of many who need assistance. By helping out whenever possible, you are doing your part to make this a better world.

. . . To keep myself physically strong, . . .

Take care of your body so that it will serve you well for an entire lifetime. That means eating nutritious foods, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly to build strength and endurance. it also means avoiding harmful drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and anything else that can harm your health.

. . . mentally awake, . . .

Develop your mind both in the classroom and outside of school. Be curious about everything around you, and work hard to make the most of your abilities. With an inquiring attitude and the willingness to ask questions, you can learn much about the exciting world around you and your role in it.

. . . and morally straight.

To be a person of strong character, your relationships with others should be honest and open. You should respect and defend the rights of all people. Be clean in your speech and actions, and remain faithful in your religious beliefs. The values you practice as a Scout will help you shape a life of virtue and self-reliance.

Each of the 12 points of the Scout Law is a goal for every Scout.

A Scout tries to live up to the Law every day, it is not always easy to do, but a Scout always tries.

 

Trustworthy

Tell the truth and keep promises. People can depend on you.

Loyal

Show that you care about your family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country.

Helpful

Volunteer to help others without expecting a reward.

Friendly

Be a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from you.

Courteous

Be polite to everyone and always use good manners

Kind

Treat others as you want to be treated. Never Harm or kill any living thing without good reason.

Obedient

Follow the rules of your family, school and pack. Obey the laws of your community and country. 

Cheerful

Look for the bright side of life. Cheerfully do tasks that come your way. Try to help others be happy.

Thrifty

Work to pay your own way. Try not to be wasteful. Use time, food, supplies, and natural resources wisely.

Brave

Face difficult situations even when you feel afraid. Do what you think is right despite what others may be doing or saying. 

Clean

Keep your body and mind fit. Help keep your home and community clean. 

Reverent

Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others. 

The Outdoor Code

 

Be clean in my outdoor manners

  • I will treat the outdoors as a heritage. I will take care of it for myself and others. I will keep my trash and garbage out of lakes, streams, fields, woods, and roadways.

Be careful with fire

  • I will prevent wildfire. I will build my fires only when and where they are permitted and appropriate. When I have finished using a fire, I will make sure it is cold out. I will leave a clean fire ring or remove all evidence of my fire. 

Be considerate in the outdoors. 

  • I will treat the land and other land users with respect. I will follow the principles of outdoor ethics for all outdoor activities. 

Be conservation-minded.

  • I will learn about and practice good conservation of soil, waters, forests, minerals, grasslands, wildlife and energy. I will urge others to do the same.

 

 

 

Plan Ahead and Prepare

  • Proper planning leads to less impact.
  • Know the area, look at maps, check the weather.

Choose the Right Path

  • Don't leave the trail, if you do you may damage plants

Trash your Trash

  • Pack it in, pack it out. 

Leave What You Find

  • Minimize site alterations 
  • Take pictures instead

Minimize Campfire Impacts

  • Use low-impact fires or take a stove
  • Make sure the fire is cold out and clean the area.

Respect Wildlife

  • Minimizing impact on wildlife and ecosystems.
  • Don't scare them or feed them

Be Considerate of Other Visitors

  • You or your actions should not disturb, hurt or annoy anyone else

Frequently asked Questions

Why Join Cub Scouts?

Cub Scouting provides youths with a safe space to make friends and challenge themselves through age-appropriate activities. It is a program where children and parents feel like they belong to an organization that consistently reinforces worthwhile values like honesty, good conduct, and respect for others. 

What is Cub Scouts?

Cub scouts is a program for Kindergarten to 5th grade kids.It is focused on developing foundations for leadership, citizenship, and personal fitness through fun activities.

Who runs Cub Scout Packs?

Parents and legal guardians of Cub Scouts work together to run the program. We work with our local council to provide the best opportunity to teach the kids  We are provided excellent support to deliver the program as a team through national online training and resources to local in-person coaching and mentoring. 

What do you do in Cub Scouts?

We have outdoor adventures like hiking and camping. These include short trips and longer summer trips to Scouting camps. We also donate our time to give back to the community with things like Toys for Tots. Scouting focuses on getting the family involved so its fun for the whole family!

We teach skills that will follow the kids throughout their growth and development building on the values the Scouts live by. These include survival skills, leadership skills, and building self-esteem.

What is a Pack?

A pack is a group within the larger scouting community. It is made up of a Cubmaster, Dens and Den leaders, and a committee to keep everything in order.

What is a Den?

A Den is a grade specific smaller group within the larger pack. They are generally between 1-8 kids with a Den Leader and a Den Assistant. Our Dens are mixed gender until Bear level.

 

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Join Us

We welcome community children from Kindergarten to 5th grade to join us and be part of our exciting journey. If you're looking to improve confidence, develop new skills, and make lifelong friendships, you've come to the right place!

Contact our Membership chair Kylene Hartshorn at pack117mc@gmail.com