Cub Scouts Pack 377

Our Program

• Cub Scouting is an activity for girls and boys that are in grades 1-5. 

• The Pack has kids from all Belmont Elementary schools.

• Our pack is open to all families without regard to color, race, religion, ethnic background,  disability, sexual orientation,  or economic status. We are an inclusive organization. As scouts, we will do what is morally right. 

• Our events run from September through early June and more are open to the whole family, although there may be some activities that are only age appropriate for kids of cub scout age.  Events include pack meetings, den meetings, at least three community service projects, and optional camping and overnights.

Pack and Dens

In cub scouting terminology, a Pack consists of all  kids in grades 1 through 5. The pack is further divided into Dens for each grade. Each Den has about 6-14 kids. Last year, we had a total of about 35 cubs in our pack.

Girls and boys will officially be in separate Dens (as this is a BSA requirement); however, we expect the dens of the same age group to run many parts of the program together.

• 1st grade: Tigers

• 2nd grade: Wolves 

• 3rd grade: Bears 

• 4th grade: Webelos 

• 5th grade: Arrow of Light

Parental Involvement

The pack operates with the help of all the parents.  Please note that this is not a "drop off and pick up" activity.  We ask to have a parent or "responsible adult" present at all of our activities and meetings. 

We are asking parents to volunteer for a position in the pack and lead a Den or help organize an event.  This link shows our organizational structure.

We require that each family signs up for at least 1 "task" or position with the pack. You will be asked to register your preferred role when you sign up. 

Our Pack Program

Our activities will restart in early September, 2024. 

Pack Meetings

• • We will conduct our regular pack business which will include: 

    • opening ceremony, 

    • recognition awards (for accomplishments achieved) 

    • observances

  • Annual events such as  the Pine Wood Derby race will be held by allowing dens to meet at predetermined times to minimize group size.

  • All meetings will be carefully planned by the respective den leaders.

Den  Meetings

• • Each Den meets about 1x/2x per month to work on their rank requirements, to visit places like the police and fire stations, or to go on (age appropriate) hikes.

Service Events

• • We try to do at least three public service events annually.

Extra Activities

• • Fall - Camping at Base Camp, Milton, MA

  • Spring - Overnight at Plymouth Plantation, Battleship Cove, or another location.

Costs

• Membership fees for school year 2024-25 will be $250 / scout. This includes BSA membership, the New England Adventure Card, the Pack Meetings, and rank & adventure regalia. 

• Den activities are extra. This is often a small amount per meeting to cover actual costs (materials, entrance fees, etc.)

• Overnights are extra. Costs vary from ~$35 for an adult + cub at New England Base Camp, to $80 per person for some of the externally organized overnights. These events are optional. 

• You will be required to purchase a cub scout uniform for your cub. Before you do so, please talk to our Pack Leadership to understand which parts are required, and which parts are optional.

• In case of documented financial hardship, we may be able to waive part or all of the membership fee on a case by case basis. Please contact the Cubmaster for a confidential consultation.

Contact Information

Cubmaster: Jerome West

Assistant Cubmaster - TBD

Committee Chairman: David Emello

Any questions, please email: david112288@hotmail.com