Cub Scout Pack 161 General Information
Cub Scouts are a program of the Boy Scouts of America for children in kindergarten through 5th grades. The Cub Scout experience includes fun, excitement, outdoor opportunities and a chance to participate in a program which emphasizes participation, “doing your best,” and helping others. Youth safety is the highest priority of Scouting. Screened and trained volunteer parents lead each Den and the Pack. Cub Scouting is for Scouts and parents and their families together, as they work and learn with their children.
Cub Scouts:
- Experience new physical skills through games, crafts, and sports
- Learn how to get along with others through group activities
- Are encouraged to respect themselves, their home, country and other people
- Develop values that will assist them in making appropriate decisions in the future
Pack 161:
- Is a pack that is part of the Northern Star Council based out of Minneapolis, MN.
- Our overseeing sponsor (chartered organization) is the Roberts Lions Club
- Each Cub Scout is a member of a Den within the Pack
Some activities that Pack 161 has done:
- Camping: Fall camp with the Boy Scout Troop, Winter Camp at Fred C. Anderson Camp and Summer at one of the Council’s campgrounds based on the child’s age
- Community: Highway Cleanup, Scouting for Food, Toy Drive/Building, Veteran Cemetery Flags, Good Neighbor Day Parade, and the Heartland Day Parade
- Fun: Rocket Launching & Cub Kart Races
- Nature: Hikes, Bike Rides, Orienteering, Service Projects
- Overnighters: SCC Football Field, Fred C. Anderson Winter Camp & Summer Camp (Phillipo & Navajo)
- Unique Scouting Events: Pinewood Derby and fun with friends while learning life skills
For more information:
Pack 161 is always seeking additional Scouts and parents. If you are interested in joining or helping out, please contact us at info@161scouting.org