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What
is Cub Scouting? Pack Pictures Purposes
& Methods of Cub Scouting Cub Scout Values
Benefits of Cub Scouting
As a worldwide brotherhood, Scouting is unique. It is based on the
principles of loving and serving God, of human dignity and the rights of
individuals, and of recognizing the obligation of members to develop and
use their potential. It is a movement dedicated to bringing out the best
in people. Cub Scouting doesn't emphasize winning as an end result, but
rather the far more demanding task of doing one's best.
When Scouting can help nurture courage and kindness and allow boys to
play, to laugh, to develop their imaginations, and to express their
feelings, then we will have helped them grow. We want boys to become
useful and stable individuals who are aware of their own potential.
Helping a boy to learn the value of his own worth is the greatest gift we
can give him.
- Cub Scouting Is Fun
- Boys join Cub Scouting because they want to have fun. For boys,
however, fun means a lot more than just having a good time.
"Fun" is a boy's code word for the satisfaction he gets from
meeting challenges, having friends, feeling good about himself, and
feeling he is important to other people. While the boys are having fun
and doing things they like to do, they also learn new things, discover
and master new skills, gain self-confidence, and develop strong
friendships.
- Cub Scouting Has Ideals
- Cub Scouting has ideals of spiritual and character growth,
citizenship training, and personal fitness. The Cub Scout Promise is a
pledge of duty to God and family. The Law of the Pack is a simple
formula for good Cub Scouting and good citizenship. The Cub Scout
motto, "Do Your Best," is a code of excellence. The Tiger
Cub motto, "Search, Discover, Share," encourages personal
growth and fitness. Symbols, such as the Cub Scout sign, Cub Scout
salute, and the Living Circle, help boys feel a part of a distinct
group and add to the appeal of belonging to a widely respected
organization.
- Cub Scouting Strengthens Families
- The family is an important influence on our nation's youth. There
are many different types of family structures in today's world.
Scouting is a support to all types of families as well as to
organizations to which families belong. We believe in involving
families in the training of youth, and we are sensitive to the needs
of present-day families. Cub Scouting provides opportunities for
family members to work and play together, to have fun together, and to
get to know each other a little better.
- Cub Scouting Helps Boys Develop Interests and Skills
- In Cub Scouting, boys participate in a broad array of activities.
Cub Scouts develop ability and dexterity, and they learn to use tools
and to follow directions. Recognition and awards encourage them to
learn about a variety of subjects, such as conservation, safety,
physical fitness, community awareness, academic subjects, sports, and
religious activities. These interests might become a hobby or even a
career later in life.
- Cub Scouting Provides Adventure
- Cub Scouting helps fulfill a boy's desire for adventure and allows
him to use his vivid imagination while taking part in skits, games,
field trips, service projects, outdoor activities, and more. The use
of a monthly theme lets a boy play the role of an astronaut, clown,
explorer, scientist, or other exciting character. Boys find adventure
in exploring the outdoors, learning about nature, and gaining a
greater appreciation for our beautiful world.
- Cub Scouting Has an Advancement Plan
- The advancement plan recognizes a boy's efforts and achievements. It
provides fun for the boys, teaches them to do their best, and helps
strengthen understanding as family members work with boys on
advancement requirements. Badges are awarded to recognize advancement,
and boys like to receive and wear these badges. The real benefit comes
from the worthwhile things the boy learns while he is earning the
badges, as his self-confidence and self-esteem grow.
- Cub Scouting Creates Fellowship
- Boys like to be accepted as part of a group. In Cub Scouting, boys
belong to a small group called a den where they take part in
interesting and meaningful activities with their friends. The Cub
Scout den and pack are positive places where boys can feel emotionally
secure and find support. Each boy gains status and recognition and has
a sense of belonging to this group.
- Cub Scouting Promotes Diversity
- In Cub Scouting, boys may learn to interact in a group that may
include boys of various ethnicities, income levels, religions, and
levels of physical ability. By having fun together and working as a
group toward common goals, Cub Scouts learn the importance of not only
getting along, but also of working side by side with other boys of
different races, classes, religions, cultures, etc.
- Cub Scouting Teaches Duty to God and Country
- The BSA believes that no member can grow into the best kind of
citizen without recognizing an obligation to God, and encourages both
youth and adult leaders to be faithful in their religious duties. The
Scouting movement has long been known for service to others. Scouting
believes that patriotism plays a significant role in preparing our
nation's youth to become useful and participating citizens. A Cub
Scout learns his duty to God, country, others, and self.
- Cub Scouting Provides a Year-Round Program
- Cub Scouting has no specific "season"—it's a year-round
program. While spring and summer pack activities are informal and
there are many activities that Cub Scouts do outdoors, there's still
plenty of fun to be had in the fall and winter: the pinewood derby,
blue and gold banquet, skits, stunts, craft projects, and indoor games
help to round out an entire year of fun and activities.
- Cub Scouting Is a Positive Place
- With all the negative influences in today's society, Scouting
provides your son with a positive peer group who can encourage him in
all the right ways. Carefully selected leaders provide good role
models and a group setting where values are taught and help to
reinforce positive qualities of character.
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