Pack 96 - FAQ

Question		Answer
What is the Ellington pack number and how is Cub Scouts organized in CT?		There are 2 packs in Ellington. They are divided by school district. Our pack (Pack 96), is for scouts who live in the Windermere School district and pack 77 is for scouts who live in the Crystal Lake School and Center School districts. Pack 96 Facts: We are all part of the Connecticut Rivers Council Our pack Is chartered (sponsored) by the Ellington Congregational Church. We currently has over 50 scouts. Pack 96 is run completely by volunteers. We are in District 5 of the CT Rivers Council District #5 is one of the 8 Districts in the Connecticut Rivers Council The CRC is the largest of 4 councils in the state and one of around 300 throughout the country.

What age should my son be to join?		Boys can start in 1st grade as Tiger Cubs. Click here for more details.

What things does a scout need to have upon joining?		A uniform & scouting book.

Where do I get the uniform, scouting book and other scout supplies?		There are various scout shops throughout CT. Click here for details.

Where and how often are the pack meetings held?		Held once per month (Tuesday 6:25-7:45) at Ellington Congregational Church in the basement hall. Meeting for all dens of the pack to get together. Presentation of awards. Description of upcoming events. Fun activities for the scouts ... Check the site calendar for dates, times and location.

What about den meetings? Who is my son's den leader? When/where are the den meetings?		Newly enrolled scouts will be assigned to a den shortly after registration. Your den leader will contact you with the information about the first den meeting. Unless you are notified differently, returning scouts are typically placed in the same den as last year.

What are my responsibilities as a parent/guardian?		A parent/guardian agrees to act as a guide (along with your son's den leader) for your boy along his path to becoming a good scout. Parents as well as other siblings are welcome at most of our pack activities/trips. Check with your den leader about den activities. While your involvement in some activities may not be required, your son will always get out of scouts what YOU put into it.

Who's in charge of all this stuff?		Click here for a more detailed list of who's who.

Who do I make the check out to?		For most pack activities/trips/selling campaigns, payment should be made out to "Pack 96" unless otherwise noted. We prefer to receive payment by check rather than cash because it allows us to keep track of who paid for something.

How can I help the pack?		Pack 96 is run by volunteers. We are always looking for help with committees. Be involved in your boys den. Help the leader or be a leader or assistant leader. BSA training is available and required for leader positions (Youth protection* and basic leader training). * BSA policy is for at least two leaders/adults to be present at all scouting activities. We have many events and activities throughout the year. We could always use another set of hands, eyes, ears and such!

What does Pack 96 do all year long? Batz Property Cookout/Camping Usually the last week in September Cookout and campfire in the afternoon/evening Short hikes and a great opportunity to learn about nature Overnight family camping right here in Ellington Organized by second year Webelos Blue and Gold Banquet Beginning of March. Award dinner for the pack. All scouts should receive their rank badge at this event. Second year Webelos cross over to Boy Scouts. Good catered food. Bring your own soft drinks and a dessert to share with the pack. Camp Aya Po First weekend in June. Family camping at Camp Aya Po in Somers. Done with 5 or 6 other packs from the local area. Good food supplied and eaten in the camp mess hall. Fishing and other scouting activities to do all day Saturday. Camp Tadma (Summer Camp) 5 day/4 night sleepover camp. Scout camping at Camp Tadma in Bozrah. Camp is staffed with well trained enthusiastic counselors. Pack 96 sends leaders for supervision of kids. Activities include art/crafts, fishing, swimming, archery and BB gun. (All carefully supervised). Other Activities Scouting for Food (canned food drive) Pinewood Derby (hand made model car race) Cubmobile (scout driven downhill soap box derby race) Pack Trip (overnight trip, destination varies each year) Parades (Firemen’s Fair, Memorial day) Hartford Wolfpack Scout Nights (at Hartford Civic Center) Sledding party (get out and enjoy the snow) Klondike Derby (Webelos only) Summer AA Baseball game (RockCats or Navigators) Spring and Fall Picnics (pizza at Brookside Park) Web Site http://Pack96.org (of course, you are already here!) Information about upcoming pack wide events. Contact info for leaders. Each den also has an information section for den events/activities. Site is kept up to date at all times. Registration Requirements Cub Scouts are required to register each year. Subscription to Boy’s Life magazine is available (at additional cost). Completed application (medical history form on back page). Uniform (available at Crystal Blueprinting in Rockville or Council Scout Shop in East Hartford). Cub Scout hand book for appropriate den/year. (Must review child protection parent’s guide) Family involvement in completing activities for advancement.

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