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New Unit Resources

SO YOU WANT TO START A NEW CUB SCOUT PACK

Starting a new Cub Scout Pack can feel like a big step, but you do not have to do it alone. This page was created to bring together all the tools, guides, forms, and resources you need to successfully launch and grow a Pack in your community. Whether you are just exploring the idea, recruiting families, finding leadership, or planning your first meetings, you will find helpful information and step-by-step support here to guide you through the process. Our goal is to make starting a Pack simple, organized, and exciting so more youth can experience the adventure and impact of Cub Scouting.

Ready, Set, Scout: 3 Month Planning Calendar Parent Planning Guide

For information on starting ANY new Scout unit, contact:

Maggie McCulloch, Growth Executive

maggie.mcculloch@scouting.org

WELCOME TO CUB SCOUTS

This is your starting point for building a successful Cub Scout Pack! This section includes helpful planning tools like a sample Pack calendar, program planning sheets, common Scouting terms, and other foundational resources designed to help new leaders and families feel confident, organized, and ready for a great year of Scouting.

Common Cub Scout Terms

3. Common Cub Scout Terms

Sample Pack Calendar

4. Sample Pack Calendar

Pack Meeting Planning Sheet

6. Pack Meeting Planning Sheet

Den Meeting Program

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HOW TO BE A CUB SCOUT LEADER

Great leaders create great Scouting experiences. This section provides resources, training information, and helpful tools for Cubmasters and Den Leaders to support engaging meetings, strong leadership, and a successful program for every Cub Scout.

Hints and Tricks for New Leaders

1. Hints and Tricks for New Leaders

New Cubmaster

3. New Cubmaster

New Lion or Tiger Den Leader

4. New Lion or Tiger Den Leader

New Wolf, Bear, or WEBELO Den Leader

5. New Wolf Bear or Webelos DL

New AOL Leader

RECRUITMENT AND RENEWAL RESOURCES

Growing and sustaining your Pack starts with strong recruitment and successful renewals. This section includes helpful resources, tools, and best practices to welcome new families, strengthen retention, and support a smooth renewal process each year.

Recruitment Guide

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Unit Marketing Strategies

2. Unit Marketing Strategies

Example Pack "One Sheet"

3. Pack 450 2024 Onesheet

Unit and Membership Renewal

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FUNDRAISING 101

Fundraising helps make exciting adventures and quality programs possible for your Scouts. This section shares resources and guidance on successful Pack fundraising opportunities, including Camp Cards and Popcorn Sales, to help families offset costs and support the growth of your Pack year-round.

Camp Card Guidebook

1. 2025 Camp Card Guidebook

Popcorn Guidebook

Unit Money-Earning Application

PACK COMMITTEE AND PARENT VOLUNTEERS

A strong Pack starts with engaged parents and volunteers. This section provides tips, tools, and strategies to help recruit parent leadership for your committee, build a supportive team, and create a sustainable program that helps your Pack thrive.

New Pack Committee Member

1. New Pack Committee Member

Selecting Cub Scout Leadership

2. Selecting Cub Scout Leadership

Den Leader Resources

Family Talent Survey

8. Family Talent Survey

THE CUB SCOUT PROGRAM

Find all Cub Scout rank requirements in one place, from Lion through Arrow of Light. These resources help leaders and families track advancement, plan activities, and support Scouts as they progress through each stage of their Cub Scouting adventure.

Lion Den Requirements

2. Lion Den Requirement Tracking

Tiger Den Requirements

3. Tiger Den Requirement Tracking

Wolf Den Requirements

4. Wolf Den Requirement Tracking

Bear Den Requirements

5. Bear Den Requirement Tracking

WEBELO Den Requirements

6. Webelos Den Requirement Tracking

Arrow of Light Den Requirements

7. AOL Den Requirement Tracking