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A pack is a group of Cub Scouts, adult leaders and parents who belong to the same Cub Scout unit (e.g., Pack 101 of the Indian Prairie District, Three Fires Council). A pack generally draws its membership primarily from an elementary school or church that is associated with the pack's Chartered Organization. Each pack is made up of Tiger Cub, Wolf, Bear and Webelos dens. |
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The pack is run entirely by unpaid volunteers. - The Pack Committee, which currently consists of the Committee Chairman, Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmasters and the Treasurer, develops budgets, approves expenses, arranges for facilities and conducts overall planning. The Committee meets immediately prior to each monthly Den Leaders meeting.
- The Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders are most directly involved with the Cub Scouts. Dens generally meet weekly or bi-weekly, and a Den Leaders meeting is held monthly to discuss issues of common concern.
- An adult member of each Cub Scout household (not including Tiger Cubs) is expected to participate in a volunteer position or serve on a committee. In addition to Pack Committee and Den Leader positions, Pack 101 generally tries to fill 15-20 volunteer positions (e.g., Membership Chairman, Advancement Chairman, Den Leader Coach, Tiger Cub Organizer) and have 8-10 committees (e.g., Blue and Gold Banquet, Derby, Graduation Picnic)
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In August, we provide information about how to join Pack 101 to boys entering 1st and 2nd grade at May Watts. In May, we also conduct a "Spring Round-Up" for all interested boys and their parents. |
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Each pack meeting is planned around a theme, such as "Dial 911" or "Do a Good Turn". Most pack meetings include songs, skits, games, advancements, adult recognition, the Cubmaster's message and other activities. All Cub Scouts and at least one parent are expected to attend. Other family members are welcome. |
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Pack meetings are held monthly. Most meetings are held on the second or third Friday of the month. Pack 101 meets at May Watts Elementary School, 800 S. Whispering Hills Drive. The Calendar provides exact dates, places and times of all pack meetings. |
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Contact one of the Pack Leaders, talk to a friend or neighbor who has a son in Cub Scouts, call the Three Fires Council offices (630-584-9250) and ask to speak to one of the Indian Prairie District leaders, or stop by the Naperville Public Library and pick up a video on Cub Scouts. |
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A den is a small group of boys (ideally 6-8) of the same grade level. Each den meets on a weekly basis to work on achievements and other activities. The den is led by adult Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders, who are responsible for planning and conducting each den meeting. |
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A Chartered Organization is the sponsoring organization for a Cub Scout pack, usually a church, PTA, homeowners' association or other community group. The primary responsibilities of the Chartered Organization are to select the leadership of the pack and provide a meeting place. Each year, the pack must renew its Charter with its local council. The Chartered Organization must approve the rechartering application in order for the Charter to be renewed. |
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