Pack 418 Operations
Below you will find all the “business stuff” of our Pack. Please remember it takes many, many volunteers for a Cub Scout Pack to run smoothly and all your leaders ARE volunteers. We’d love to have every parent involved in our Pack’s leadership. Contact our Committee Chair at sonya.rhodes@pack418.org if you want to donate “just one hour a week” to help these boys grow into honorable Scouts.
Fun & Interesting Stuff
There is a plethora of Scouting information on the internet. Here are a few fun and interesting sites.
Pack 418 does not exercise control over external Web sites. Please review the Web Site Links Disclaimer.
Riddles
Games
Learn about Robert Baden-Powell
Scouting History
The Jungle Book
Building a Bridge poem
Send a Scouting greeting card
Flag Rules & Regulations
Knot Tying (Animated)
Contact us
If you wish to join Pack 418, let the Cubmaster know at Cubmaster@pack418.org. We will be more than happy to answer any questions and assist you with joining our wonderful pack.
Archive
Articles are grouped by category. You can browse by category or, if you are looking for something specific, use the “Search” box to the right.
There are 17 posts in 7 categories.
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Scout Forum
The Scout Forum is intended for the exchange of information within our Pack 418 family. Pack members are permitted to use this forum to ask questions, to make suggestions, and to offer scouting products and services for sale or trade.
To gain permission to access this forum for posting, please register using the “Register” link under the “User Access” section on the right. You will automatically receive “Guest” permissions from the website via an e-mail with a temporary password. Once pack leadership can confirm you as a member of the Pack 418 family, your permissions will be increased to “Member” allowing you to begin posting to this forum.
If you have any questions, concerns, or problems with this forum, please let us know at feedback@pack418.org.
Click here for full window view of the forum.
Leader Information
This is an all-volunteer Pack. That means our Pack will not work without volunteers. Thank you 
for giving your time and energy to help our Pack run smoothly. You will reap great rewards when you see our boys learning, growing, and having fun. Please keep building the bridge for the boys!
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Below are a few essential links to help you be a productive leader:
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Pack Committee. Every pack is under the supervision of a Pack Committee. This committee consists of a minimum of three members, one of which is designated committee chair. The Leader Roles contains the roles and responsibilites of each of the Pack Committee functions. See Monthly Minutes & Treasury Report for pack committee meeting information.
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New Leaders. If you are a new leader in Cub Scouting, here are some key resources that you should review so that you can get your den up and running, right from the start.
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Awards. Information about available Cub Scout awards.
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Uniforms. Set the example for your boys. |
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Pack 418 Leadership File Cabinet. Pack resources compiled from various sources (activities, flag ceremonies, skits, etc). |
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Baloo’s Bugle. Monthly newsletter with ideas for games, activities, and crafts for den and pack meetings |
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Tour Plan - BSA Tour Plan Application. Only required for certain events/activities. Do you need a Tour Plan? |
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Ceremonies. Everything you ever wanted to know about Cub Scout ceremonies. |
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Games. Lots of games to play at Den and Pack meetings. |
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Animated Knots. Webelos Leaders reference for the knots required by the Outdoorman. |
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Scouting Forms, Templates, and Applications. Just about every form or template you might need for your Pack and Den. Child and adult applications are also posted on this site for download. |
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Scouting magazine. Published six times a year, Scouting magazine offers a mixture of information, instructions, and inspiration, designed to strengthen readers in their leadership roles and to assist them as parents in strengthening families. Every registered adult volunteer and professional scouter receives a subscription to Scouting magazine. Annual subscriptions are also available to non-members. |
Scouting Information
The “Cubbing Program” was introduced by the Boy Scouts of America in 1930, but its roots go all the way back to the first days of Scouting. With the early success of the Boy Scouts for boys 12 and over, there was popular demand for a “younger boy program” for the siblings of Scouts. Because of concerns that a younger boy program might have a negative effect on the fledgling Boy Scouts program, the BSA was very careful in their dealings with this younger boy problem. (See Scouting Magazine article on “Cubbing” June 1930).
In 1916, Sir Robert Baden-Powell introduced the “Wolf Cub” program for younger boys. This program soon found its way to numerous communities in the Americas. There were also other younger boy organizations such as the “Little Lodge” of the “Woodcraft Indians,” the “Boy Pioneers,” and the “Boy Rangers.” Some BSA Boy Scout Troops were also sponsoring unofficial “Junior Troops” and “Cadet Corps.” Finally, after 20 years of Boy Scouting in America, 
“Cubbing” was introduced! What has followed has been nothing short of phenomenal! Boasting over 50,000,000 members since its inception, no program in history has had the far ranging impact on American youth than Cubbing and Cub Scouting have!
Advancements & Awards
Uniforms & Insignia
Dens
Boys like to belong to a group. The den is the place where boys of the same age learn new skills and develop interests in new things. They have fun in weekly den meetings, during indoor and outdoor activities, and on field trips. As part of a small group of six to eight boys, they are able to learn sportsmanship and good citizenship. They learn how to get along with others. They learn how to do their best, not just for themselves but also for the den.
Tiger Cubs. The Tiger Cub program is for boys in first grade (or age 7) and their adult partners.
Wolf. The Wolf program is for boys who have completed first grade (or are age 8).
Bear. The Bear program is for boys who have completed second grade (or are age 9).
Webelos I. This program is for boys who have completed third grade (or are age 10).
Webelos II. This program is for boys who have completed fourth grade (or are age 11).
Our Den Leaders are listed here: Pack 418’s Leadership
About Pack 418
Pack 418 provides an exciting program for boys in grades 1 through 5 (or ages 6 through 11). Our Pack consists of over 50 boys who attend school in the Wylie/Murphy/Parker area or are home schooled.
The purposes of Cub Scouting are physical fitness, character development, and citizenship. If you ask a boy, however, he will seldom offer these reasons for being a Cub Scout. Boys have one primary reason for joining Cub Scouts, and that is to have FUN! Our Pack provides boys (and their families) a lot of fun!
Our Pack meets one evening a month in the cafeteria at Groves Elementary School. Interested in joining us? Contact us at feedback@pack418.org to get more information about this fun and rewarding program!
Pack Structure and Leadership
It takes many, many volunteers for a Cub Scout Pack to run smoothly. See Pack Organization Chart for the structure of a typical pack and Pack Committee to see who in our pack fills those roles. Besides the leaders who work directly with the boys in the dens, we have many behind-the-scene positions to fill. Contact us at feedback@pack418.org if you want to donate “just one hour a week” to help these boys grow into honorable Scouts.
Scouting is a year-round program. If you are new to  scouting, take a few moments to browse our wonderful website to learn more about scouting. If you have any questions or are interested in joining Cub Scouts, just let the Cubmaster know at Cubmaster@Pack418.org. |
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Our Pack serves the Wylie/Murphy/Parker area and welcomes boys in the 1st-5th grades to come see what scouting has to offer. Boys interested in scouting are welcome to visit any one of our Pack meetings. We’re also always available to meet with you and your family to discuss scouting and our fun-filled, exciting programs.
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Posted in Front Page, Pack News and Events, Scouting Information | September 28, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
Pack 418 Cub Scouts and Family,
Happy New Year to our great pack!
There are some REALLY exciting activities coming up as we continue our Journey through Scouting. I hope that all of you are continuing to work hard and doing your best with the achievements that you are working on.
Racers, START your engines!!! Saturday, January 21st is our annual Pinewood Derby Race. It will be at First United Methodist Church. See everybody there for a fun filled afternoon at the races. Reference our website for race details and requirements.
February will be our Blue & Gold Banquet. This should be a memorable night as our Webelos II scouts cross over into Boy Scouts. More details to come.
March will be our annual Dad n’ Lad cake auction. Start planning now for a fun filled night as we raise funds for some of our summer activities.
April promises to be a very FUN weekend as we go camping as a family. Please mark your calendar for April 21-22 as we are going to Bonham State Park. We would love to have a great turnout. Stay tuned for more details.
Keep up the great work as you explore the many adventures of Cub Scouting!!
Chris Cox
- Cubmaster
Posted in Front Page, Pack News and Events | August 16, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
The Pack 418 dues for the 2011-2012 program year are $130*. Our program year runs from September 2011 through August 2012, and the dues cover Pack operational expenses including scout recognitions, derby kits, special guest presentations, and our annual Blue & Gold celebration.
| We need all new and returning scouts to make a minimum dues payment of $40* no later than September 30, 2011. The remaining $90 in dues need to be paid (or earned) no later than December 1, 2011. |
So what do your Pack dues cover?
- BSA National Registration
- Pack Meetings - Supplies, special guests/presentations
- Recognitions - Bead kits, beltloops, activity badges, parent pins, certificates, ceremonial supplies, etc.
- Service Projects - Supplies, snacks, and drinks
- Pinewood Derby Event - Kits, awards/ribbons, crafts/games, snacks, and drinks
- Raingutter Regatta Event - Kits, paints, craft materials, awards/ribbons
- Blue & Gold Banquet - Dinner for the whole family
- Holiday Parties - Game materials, snacks, and drinks
- Parades - Registration fees, floats, decorations, banners/signs
- Pack Campouts - Dinners, snacks, and drinks
- Summertime Events - Activity/entrance fees, snacks, drinks, Pizza and Pool Party
- Pack Operations - Office supplies, recruiting, leadership training, leader program materials, facility rentals
What is not included in Pack dues are Den, Council, and District activity fees. Campsite fees and park entry fees are also not included.
* 1.) Our Pack participates in the National Poptober Fundraiser. This fundraiser will allow your scout to earn his dues for the program year. In fact, your scout can earn back his initial dues payment, cover his uniforming expenses, and earn a scholarship to cover Summer Camping Programs offered through our Council and District. 2.) Boys new to Cub Scouting or without a current BSA registration will pay an additional $5 to cover a 2011 prorated BSA registration fee.
Posted in Den News and Events, Front Page, Pack News and Events | August 16, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
The 2012 Pinewood Derby is in the books! What a great time everyone has this year. We had a lot of spectacularly good looking cars at the car show and some really, really fast cars at the races! Congratulations to all the winners!
Tigers: Christian, Brady, Patrick
Wolves: Liam, Tanner, Aiden
Bears: Jacob, Reece, Cameron
Webelos: Justin, Zane, Sebastian
However, the races are not yet over for the winners. Be sure to tune your car and enter it in the 2nd Annual District Pinewood Derby.
April 15, 2012
1:00pm-5:30pm
Collin Creek Mall
Cost: $5
Deadline: Give entry fee to Sonya by end of February
Go to http://www.greatplainsbsa.org/LinkClick.aspx?fileticket=a58_apXcwsA%3d&tabid=71 for official derby rules.
Posted in Front Page | August 16, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
We’ll celebrate our accomplishments and say farewell to our Webelos II scouts at our annual Blue & Gold Banquet on Friday, February 24. Watch for more information from your Blue & Gold committee.
Posted in Front Page | August 15, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
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Our Annual Blue & Gold Banquet is Friday, February 24, 2012 at the Wylie United Methodist Church. All of our scouts and their families are invited to join us for an evening of food and celebration. Doors open at 6:30pm.
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Posted in Front Page | August 1, 2011 | Posted by: cubmaster
