Frequently asked questions
When and how often do Pack 740 Scouts meet?
Pack 740 meets weekly during the school year and less frequently during the summer. Currently, all of our Dens are meeting on Tuesdays or Saturdays each week. Lions (Kindergarten-age Cub Scouts) only meet once a month. If our schedule doesn't work for you and your family, there is sure to be an option that fits within your schedule with another Pack in our area.
How do I sign my child up for Scouting?
You’ve made a great choice to explore the fun and adventure of Scouting! To get started, simply complete a youth application and submit it, along with the $33 annual registration fee, to your unit’s leadership. They will guide you step-by-step through the process. Haven’t yet found a unit, or need contact information? Click here to see your next steps!
Can children with special needs get involved with Scouting?
Absolutely! Scouting seeks to provide the positive outcomes of character development and leadership skills for all eligible youth. Since its founding in 1910, the BSA has guided young men and women of all abilities down their path to success. Based on the individual needs and circumstances involved, unit leadership will work with a child’s parents to ensure a challenging and rewarding Scouting experience.
How much time do I need to devote to Scouting?
The time you and your child commit to Scouting is entirely up to you. Our dedicated Den Leaders will give your child every opportunity they need to advance to his/her next rank. That's not to say that we don't challenge ourselves or our Scouts to go the extra mile and earn their elective adventure loops. But rest assure that rank advancement is absolutely possible for virtually every Scout, and they deserve to feel just as proud on the day of their Advancement Ceremony.
How much does Scouting cost?
We want to emphasize our belief that NO child who wants to be a Scout should ever be denied the opportunity because of money. If you are in this situation, we strongly encourage you to speak with our Recruitment Chair regarding opportunities to help your family get involved.
Can we join at any point during the year?
Absolutely! The registration process doesn't change, but keep in mind that the later in the year your Scout gets in, the more dense the workload will be to make advancement by the end of the year.
What do Cub Scouts do throughout the year?
The Scouting year runs from June to May. Each month during that time, Cub Scouts will meet 2-3 times with their Dens (3-7 Scouts) and 1 time as a Pack. During Den meetings, Scouts engage in fun and enriching activities that teach new skills and expose them to lessons and concepts that will serve them well in life.