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What is Cub Scouting?
What is Cub Scouting?
• Who can join? Boys in Kindergarten–5th grade. Pack 2 is a boys-only Cub Scout pack. Have a daughter? Email pack2dtown@gmail.com and we’ll connect you with nearby options.
• What we do: Hikes & campouts, Pinewood Derby, STEM, service, and games that build confidence and character.
• How it’s organized: Boys meet in grade-level dens and come together monthly as a pack.
New Scout Welcome Offer!
New Scout Welcome Offer!
Any new Scout who registers with Pack 2 between August 1 and December 31, 2026 will receive a free Cub Scout belt and the handbook for their rank.
Pack 2 Quick Facts (2026–2027)
Pack 2 Quick Facts (2026–2027)
• Pack type: Boys-only Cub Scout pack
• Pack Dues: $100 per Scout (2026–2027)
• Parent/Committee: 1st Wednesday, 7:00 PM virtually
• Dens: 2nd & 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 PM
• Pack Meeting: 4th Wednesday, 7:00 PM (some months 6:30–8:00 PM; may shift to 5th Wed—see calendar)
• 5th Wednesday (when applicable): Pack Meeting may be held this week instead of 4th—see calendar
How Pack 2 Works
How Pack 2 Works
Meetings
Meetings
• Parent/Committee: 1st Wednesday, 7:00 PM virtually
• Dens: 2nd & 3rd Wednesday, 7:00 PM
• Pack: 4th Wednesday, 7:00 PM (some months 6:30–8:00 PM; may shift to 5th Wed—see calendar)
• Plus: service projects, hikes, camping, day camp & overnight camp.
Advancement (how boys progress)
Advancement (how boys progress)
• Scouts complete fun adventures in meetings and at home.
• Each grade has a rank: Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, Arrow of Light.
• Do your best—leaders make it easy and fun to succeed.
Why families love Cub Scouts: Boys try new things, make friends, and build confidence. Parents get a welcoming community with easy ways to help.
Why families love Cub Scouts: Boys try new things, make friends, and build confidence. Parents get a welcoming community with easy ways to help.
Quick Guide to Ranks
Quick Guide to Ranks
Lion
Lion
Kindergarten
Ages 5-6
Tiger
Tiger
1st Grade
Ages 6-7
Wolf
Wolf
2nd Grade
Ages 7-8
Bear
Bear
3rd Grade
Ages 8-9
Webelos
Webelos
4th Grade
Ages 9-10
Arrow of Light
Arrow of Light
5th Grade
Ages 10-11
What it Costs (and how we help)
What it Costs (and how we help)
Membership and pack dues cover program materials, badges, and events. Uniform pieces are purchased as needed.
Financial assistance: If you are in need of any financial assistance, there are scholarships available as we do not want to turn any Scout away due to cost. Contact cubmaster@pack2.org
• National Registration (Youth): $85
• Local Chester County Council Fee (Youth): $70
• Total youth registration: $155 — Register Here
• Pack 2 dues: $100 per Scout (2026–2027)
• Uniform: Shirt, neckerchief/slide by rank; optional hat. Ask your leader for the Uniform Guide.
Safety First
Safety First
• Youth Protection training for leaders; two-deep leadership and no one-on-one contact at Scouting events.
• Activities follow the Guide to Safe Scouting and age-appropriate guidelines.
• We foster a positive environment in which youth and leaders feel emotionally secure—songs, skits, and ceremonies are always positive and appropriate.
• Pennsylvania volunteers (18+): state background clearances are required for adult volunteers in youth-facing roles.
How to Join & Get Involved
How to Join & Get Involved
Visit Us: Come to a pack or den meeting to see the fun in action.
Register: Complete your child’s online application.
Pitch in: Small roles make a big difference—help at a meeting, coordinate a snack, or lead a game. Training is free and we’ll partner with you.
Join anytime: New families can register year-round—no need to wait for a special sign-up night.
Join anytime: New families can register year-round—no need to wait for a special sign-up night.
Thinking about Scouting? FAQ
Thinking about Scouting? FAQ
What is Scouting about?
Cub Scouting helps boys grow in character, citizenship, and personal fitness (mental, spiritual, and physical). Den and pack activities are designed to be positive, age-appropriate, and guided by the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Every Scouting activity is meant to be a positive experience in which youth and leaders feel emotionally secure and supported.
Why should I sign my child up?
Scouting forges parent–child connections and builds confidence through hands-on adventures. It’s welcoming to every family and has more than a century of proven impact on leadership and life skills.
My child plays sports—can we still do Scouts?
Absolutely. Sports and Scouting complement each other. Cub Scouting is year-round, while most sports are seasonal. If you miss a meeting, leaders offer simple at-home options, and council camps often cover adventure requirements too.
Is Pack 2 boys-only?
Yes—Pack 2 currently charters as a boys-only Cub Scout pack for K–5. Girls can join nearby girl dens or a co-ed pack—email pack2dtown@gmail.com and we’ll help you find the right fit.
How is Cub Scouting organized?
Scouts meet in small, grade-level dens (about 6–8 boys). All dens together form the pack. Ranks follow school grade: Lion (K), Tiger (1), Wolf (2), Bear (3), Webelos (4), Arrow of Light (5). Pack leadership includes a Cubmaster, den leaders, and a Pack Committee (Committee Chair, Treasurer, and other supporting roles). Parents are encouraged to pitch in.
What can I expect from Scouts?
When you join Cub Scouting, it feels like an extension of your family: it follows your values, supports your child’s well-being, and flexes with your schedule. It’s not an either/or choice—you can balance Scouting with school, sports, and other activities, and we’ll be here when you return.
• Maturity: Healthy outlets for growth through outdoor fun, service, and teamwork; opportunities to meet Scouts from different backgrounds; pathways to explore duty to God.
• Flexibility: A program that fits busy family schedules—you can pause and rejoin as seasons change.
• Adaptability: Work on adventures at your own pace at meetings, camps, or at home (great during sports seasons).
• Transferability: Skills and values that carry over to school, sports, and life.
What is expected of me?
Cub Scouting encourages closeness to family. The program gives you opportunities to do things with your son you might not otherwise do and encourages quality time together. Your involvement is vital to the program’s success.
• Work with your son on simple projects and at-home steps.
• Help your Cub Scout along the advancement trail.
• Participate in monthly Pack meetings.
• Attend Parent/Committee meetings (First Wednesday, 7:00 PM) when you can.
• Go on family campouts and service projects together.
• Provide support for your son’s den and for the pack.
Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) serves youth in grades K–5 through the Cub Scout program.
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