FAQ

Our pack (Scouts of all ages together) meets once a month, on the first Thursday at 6:30-7:30pm of each month. Pack meetings are held at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church - Fellowship Hall (Basement), 112 N Main St, Pearl River, NY.

Scouts also meet with their den (children of the same age) once a month for an hour at Good Shepherd as well, unless otherwise specified.

The pack and dens will often have meetings outdoors and at other community locations for Scouts to have experiences beyond the standard meeting hall.

We also have one pack activity a month that could be Pinewood Derby, camping, caroling, watching a movie or sporting event, visiting the astronomy center or even a museum.

When you're ready to join the pack, you can submit an online application. There you'll provide all of your information and pay your annual national and council dues. We will collect your annual pack dues separately.

Cub Scouting is for boys and girls in kindergarten through fifth grade (5 to 10 years of age). Boys and girls who are older than 10 (or who have completed the fifth grade) can no longer join Cub Scouts, but they are eligible to join a Scouts BSA Troop.

In Pack 2036, we take your child's safety seriously. We follow Scouting America's Guide to Safe Scouting and Barriers to Abuse at all times to ensure we have fun in a way that keeps kids safe. All of our registered leaders are background-checked and remain current with Scouting's Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT).

Cub scouts is not a drop-off activity. Parents are always present and should not leave their child unattended. One-on-one contact between adult leaders and youth members is prohibited both inside and outside of Scouting. 

Two registered adult leaders 21 years of age or over are required at all Scouting activities, including all meetings. There must be a registered female adult leader 21 years of age or over in every unit serving females. A registered female adult leader 21 years of age or over must be present for any activity involving female youth or female adult program participants.  

In order to best protect our Scouts and keep them safe, we ask all participating adults to complete the online SYT course. Proof of training or refresher within the last year is required for any adults attending overnight events.

Every year Scouts complete personal safety exercises with their parent or guardian to help them keep themselves safe. Scouts also watch, with their parent's permission, the Protect Yourself Rules video to fulfill a requirement of the required Personal Safety Adventure. These activities create an opportunity to speak with your youth about important and possibly difficult subjects that may not come up in normal conversation.

A whole year of Cub Scouts costs less than a single season of most sports. But unlike most sports and other after-school activities, there are ways to defray the costs of Scouting such as fundraising. Assistance is also available if you need help.

A new Lion cub in kindergarten can start for $270 (includes Free uniform T-shirt) for the whole 365 day year.

National Dues: $85

Council Dues:  $135

Scout Life Magazine: $15 (Optional)

Pack Dues: $50

Handbook: Hardcopy $12.99-23.99 or Free online

Uniform: 

• Lion (Kindergarten): Free Lion T-shirt

• Tiger/Wolf/Bear/Webelos/AOL: ~$100 one time for the shirt, patches, hat, and belt

• Then $21/yr for the new neckerchief and slide (Optional hat $22.99/yr)

• Optional Pack Activity T-shirt $15

Optional Activities: Range from Free to $100 (Battleship Sleepover's being the pricier options)

Camping Equipment: 

• Tent ($60-200)

• Sleeping bag ($25–$60) or thick blankets

• Sleeping pad ($15–$40)

• Flashlight or headlamp ($5–$20)

Some of the best things about Cub Scouting are the activities Scouts get to do: camping, hiking, racing model cars, going on field trips, or doing projects that help our community and the people who live here. Cub Scouting means "doing." All our activities are designed to have the Scouts doing something--and by "doing" they learn some very valuable life lessons.

Our Pack is active year-round. We encourage new Scouts to join us in the late spring, summer, or early fall. Please email cubmaster@pearlriver2036.mypack.us at any time for more information.

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.

Yes! This is not a drop-off program. It is an opportunity for the entire family to spend quality time together.

Cub Scouting can teach your child a wholesome system of values and beliefs while building and strengthening relationships among family members. Scouting gives you a fantastic platform to equip your child. We provide other mentors to help your child grow but you are always an important part of their development in Scouting. Of course, as a volunteer-run organization, there are always opportunities (both large and small) for you to improve your child's Scouting experience.

Scouts are grouped into dens (children of the same age), led by a volunteer Den Leader. Several dens of different ages come together to make up the pack, led by the volunteer Cubmaster and pack committee.

Our pack is part of the Rockland District, made up of all Scouting units in and around Rockland County. Our district is in turn part of the larger Greater Hudson Valley Council (GHV). Our District and Council organize events for Scouting units across our area--like larger campouts, derbies, and summer camps.

Activities are used to achieve the aims of Scouting—citizenship training, character development, and personal fitness. Many of the activities happen in the den (with children in the same grade) or with the entire pack (with all the grade levels). Our Scouts have outings and plenty of outdoor and indoor activities to help them achieve goals.

At a minimum, each child in Cub Scouting will need a uniform. Each year, the handbook changes, as does the cap and neckerchief, but other uniform parts remain the same for several years. 

At fifth grade, Scouts change to a tan and green uniform that they will wear through the rest of their time in Scouting. 

Simple camping equiptment can be a tent ($60-200), sleeping bag ($25–$60) or thick blankets, sleeping pad ($15–$40) or airmattress, and a flashlight or headlamp ($5–$20).

Committee Chair

The organizer who helps keep the pack running smoothly.

The Committee Chair supports the Cubmaster and coordinates the pack's adult volunteers. They help make sure paperwork gets done, volunteers have what they need, and everyone is working together to give Scouts a great experience. Think of this role as helping manage the team behind the scenes.

Time Commitment: A few hours each month plus committee meetings.

Cubmaster

The face of the pack and the leader of pack events.

The Cubmaster runs monthly pack meetings, welcomes families, leads ceremonies, and helps make Cub Scouting fun and exciting. You don't need camping or scouting experience, just enthusiasm and a willingness to help kids grow and have fun.

Time Commitment: A few hours each month plus pack events.

Assistant Cubmaster

The Cubmaster's right-hand helper.

The Assistant Cubmaster helps with pack meetings, events, and activities and steps in whenever needed. It's a great role for someone who wants to be involved but doesn't want to be solely responsible for leading the pack.

Time Commitment: Flexible, based on availability.

Treasurer

The keeper of the pack's finances.

The Treasurer tracks income and expenses, pays bills, and provides simple financial updates to the pack committee. No accounting background is required, just basic organization and attention to detail.

Time Commitment: 1-2 hours per month.

Secretary

The communication and record-keeping helper.

The Secretary takes notes during committee meetings, helps keep important records, and assists with sharing information with families when needed. This role helps everyone stay informed and organized.

Time Commitment: About 1-2 hours per month.

Advancement Chair

The person who helps celebrate Scout achievements.

The Advancement Chair tracks Scout awards, badges, and ranks and helps ensure youth receive recognition for their accomplishments. It's a rewarding role that helps make sure every Scout gets credit for their hard work.

Time Commitment: A few hours each month, especially before pack meetings.

Recruitment Chair

The ambassador who welcomes new families.

The Recruitment Chair helps spread the word about Cub Scouts through school nights, community events, social media, and other outreach opportunities. If you enjoy meeting people and sharing what makes our pack great, this role is a perfect fit.

Time Commitment: Varies, with busiest times in the fall.

Fundraising Chair

The coordinator who helps fund adventures.

The Fundraising Chair organizes fundraising activities that help pay for pack events, camping trips, awards, and other Scout experiences. They don't have to do all the work themselves. Their main job is helping organize volunteers and keeping events on track.

Time Commitment: Heavier during fundraising seasons.

Derby Coordinator

The Pinewood Derby planner.

The Derby Coordinator helps plan the Pinewood Derby, Bridge Crush, and Raingutter Regatta. They don't have to do all the work themselves. Their main job is helping organize volunteers and keeping events on track.

Time Commitment: Varies by season and activities.

Outdoor Coordinator

The adventure planner.

The Outdoor Coordinator helps plan hikes, campouts, fishing events, and other outdoor activities. They help identify locations, coordinate logistics, and encourage families to enjoy the outdoors together.

Time Commitment: Varies by season and activities.

Den Leaders

The leaders who work directly with Scouts.

Den Leaders guide a small group of Scouts of the same grade level through meetings, activities, and advancement. They help make Scouting fun while building friendships and confidence. The program materials are already provided, so no previous scouting experience is needed.

Time Commitment: Typically 2-4 hours per month.

The Most Important Thing

You don't need prior scouting experience for any of these roles. Training, resources, and support are available, and no one is expected to do everything alone. The pack succeeds because many parents contribute a little time to help provide amazing experiences for our Scouts and families.

For Info: info@pearlrivercubscouts.org

Recruitment Coordinator: recruiting@pearlrivercubscouts.org

Cubmaster: cubmaster@pearlrivercubscouts.org

Committee Chair: committee@pearlrivercubscouts.org

Call or Text: (845) 213-6786

Or meet us in person at one of our meetings or events!