Join Scouting.Ferndale Pack 4026 welcomes both boys and girls to join us for activities designed to learn by doing in integrated dens. From camping and hiking, to serving our community, Cub Scouts provides opportunities for kids to make lasting friendships, learn life-long skills, and have an absolute BLAST along the way.
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Who can join?Cub Scouting is for girls and boys aged 5-12 (or Kindergarten through 5th Grade). Kindergarten Lion Cubs and 1st Grade Tigers require parent presence at all meeting and events. 2nd Grade Wolves, 3rd Grade Bears, 4th Grade Webelos, and 5th Grade Arrow of Light do not required parent presence, though we always welcome parent participation and adult volunteers.
When and where do we meet?We meet at 6:15 pm on Monday nights at Good News Fellowship Church in Ferndale, WA. Special events are also scheduled throughout the year and can be viewed on our Calendar page.
In addition to our regular weekly meetings, we often host special events to get kids outside, learning, and having fun. When is signup?Cub scouts is an open enrollment organization, so kids can join anytime during the year. We invite families to attend a meeting, speak with our enthusiastic volunteers, and see if Cub Scouting is a good fit for you.
Can I talk to someone?We would love to talk to you about cub scouting. Reach out via our contact page and we will put you in touch with our new member coordinator who can help answer all of your questions.
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What do we do?Below is a summary of our typical, monthly schedule. For exact times and dates, please visit our Calendar.
Weekly den meetings are held on Mondays twice each month. They assemble same-aged kids with enthusiastic adult leaders to enable kids to learn new skills, participate in team building activities, and work toward badges and rank advancements. Monthly pack meetings are held on Monday one time each month and assemble the entire pack to recognize scouts' accomplishments and provide incentive for continued development. Committee meetings are held one time each month to coordinate and plan upcoming activities, manage the Pack budget, and take care of other behind the scenes tasks. We ask that each family have an adult attend. Special events include pinewood derby, service projects in our community, camping and hiking trips to get kids outdoors, and other fun outings to capture opportunities available in the region. These are communicated well in advance and are generally optional. How much does it cost?Annual fees are $195 per year with the optional Scouts Life magazine. This is split between the local pack, regional council, and National Scouting organization.
We firmly believe scouting should be financially accessible to all. If finances are a challenge for your family, please contact us to discuss options. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
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Where do I get started?
Registration starts at beascout.org. Where do I find the calendar of events?
Check out the calendar page on this website, scoutbook, or paper copies distributed at our weekly meetings. What is Scoutbook?
Scoutbook is a website used for communication and organization by Scouting BSA. It can be used to contact other scouts, see the calendar, and update rank advancements. Are there other costs?
Our goal is to keep scouting affordable. Some optional activities have additional costs (food on campouts, museum entry fees, pack swag, etc). How is the pack funded?
The pack is funded through annual fundraising events and generous community donations. Our fundraising events are: fall chocolate sales, holiday tree pickup, spring hanging basket sales. These fundraising activities help us keep Cub Scouts affordable with minimal costs after registration. |
Is this the same as Boy Scouts?
Cub scouts is a part of Scouting BSA (formerly Boy Scouts of America). It is geared towards younger children and is now co-ed. It is also a separate organization from Girl Scouts. Where do I buy a uniform?
Start by talking to the Pack leadership at a meeting - we have patches, hats, neckerchiefs, and some uniforms. Otherwise visit scoutshop.org. Where do I put the patches?
Find a guide for where to put patches here. Other questions?
We realize there are many questions when you first join Cub Scouts. Please ask your scout's Den Leader or any of the Pack Leadership and they will be glad to assist you. How do I contact someone from the pack?
Visit our contact page and write us a note. A member of our volunteer team will get back to you to discuss your questions. |