Pack 283 Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pack 283?
Pack 283 is a Cub Scout Pack of boys and girls in grades K-5 who attend schools in and around Wayzata, Minnesota. Most of our Cub Scouts attend Gleason Lake and St. Bart's schools, but we have many others from other schools or who are home schooled. Pack 283 is over 75 years old and is part of the Northern Star Council of Scouts BSA.
Where do we meet?
Pack 283 is chartered by Wayzata Community Church and is able to use its wonderful facilities for our meetings. Dens also meet there or in other activity specific locations.
When do we meet?
Pack Meetings are held once a month on a Monday evening during the school year. The Pack meeting schedule is posted on the calendar page. Dens establish their own meeting days and times. Den leaders can provide their meeting schedules.
What is a Den?
Dens are smaller groups consisting of Cub Scouts in the same grade. They typically meet two times each month to complete rank specific adventures.
What Den will my child be in?
New Dens are formed when boys and girls are beginning Kindergarten (Lions). After Kindergarten, children will join existing dens with children in their grade level.
What do Cub Scouts do?
The heart of the Cub Scout program is working toward a new rank badge each year. This exposes the children to many fun and educational activities in areas such as family responsibility, community, citizenship, health and safety, nature, and physical and outdoor skills. Cub Scouts have age appropriate requirements that they complete with their family and Den. With each rank, the challenges increase along with a child’s skills and sense of achievement. Cub Scouts are known by their ranks:
What other events take place?
Our calendar is full of fun and exciting special events year round. Fall family camping, summer camps, spring cabin camping, JJ Hill parade, service projects, and the very popular Pinewood Derby to list only some. Our Pack calendar is available at the top of our website.
Who are the leaders?
The Pack is run by volunteer parents. We have a Cubmaster who leads the Cub Scouts in the Pack, a Pack Committee of parents and leaders responsible for planning, and den leaders. There are many other volunteer opportunities each year as children graduate to the Scout Troop, and help is welcome. The success of our Pack depends on the active involvement of all parents. Talk with the Cubmaster or Committee Chair for volunteer opportunities.
How much does it cost?
We pride ourselves on providing a quality, low-cost program for boys and girls and their families. Pack 283 will not turn a child away because of ability to pay. Dues are collected annually, pro-rated for new joiners, and include the neckerchief, all awards and patches earned, a pack t-shirt, and regular Pack and den meeting activities. See the Pack Dues page for more information and the current dues amount, or to make payment. You can find current pricing for the uniform shirt on the Scout Shop website. There are fees for some special events that Cub Scouts choose to attend (e.g., camping). Confidential scholarships are available on request for all or any part of these expenses; just ask our Treasurer or Committee Chair.
What is the time commitment?
There are no attendance requirements, but children who attend den meetings and monthly Pack meeting regularly will get the most out of their Cub Scout experience. Scouting is a year-round and potentially long-term program; so it coexists well with seasonal sports and other activities. Not surprisingly, many of our Scouts and leaders are also members and coaches for various sports or other activities. Cub Scouts and your Den buddies will still be there when the season is over, even if you had to miss a few meetings.
Do parents attend Den and Pack meetings?
Our youngest scouts, Lions and Tigers, are required to have an adult partner with them at every Pack or Den event. Our oldest Scouts, Webelos, will be doing more just with their leaders as they prepare to join a Troop. Parents are needed and welcome at all times and are crucial to helping their children finish their new rank badge each year and get the most out of their Cub Scout experience.
Pack 283 is a family experience.
Both moms and dads lead our dens, attend our events, and help in other ways. Siblings are welcome at all meetings and events, and everyone lends a hand to make the Pack go.
Where do I get more information about Pack 283 and Cub Scouting?
This website has information about all our activities. You may also find information about Scouting at www.northernstar.org or www.scouting.org.
Cub Scout Promise
I, (name), promise to do my best,
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.
Cub Scout Motto
Do Your Best
The Scout Law
A Scout is:
TRUSTWORTHY. Tell the truth and keep promises. People can depend on you.
LOYAL. Show that you care about your family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country.
HELPFUL. Volunteer to help others without expecting a reward.
FRIENDLY. Be a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from you.
COURTEOUS. Be polite to everyone and always use good manners.
KIND. Treat others as you want to be treated. Never harm or kill any living thing without good reason.
OBEDIENT. Follow the rules of your family, school, and pack. Obey the laws of your community and country.
CHEERFUL. Look for the bright side of life. Cheerfully do tasks that come your way. Try to help others be happy.
THRIFTY. Work to pay your own way. Try not to be wasteful. Use time, food, supplies, and natural resources wisely.
BRAVE. Face difficult situations even when you feel afraid. Do what you think is right despite what others might be doing or saying.
CLEAN. Keep your body and mind fit. Help keep your home and community clean.
REVERENT. Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others.
Pack 283 is a Cub Scout Pack of boys and girls in grades K-5 who attend schools in and around Wayzata, Minnesota. Most of our Cub Scouts attend Gleason Lake and St. Bart's schools, but we have many others from other schools or who are home schooled. Pack 283 is over 75 years old and is part of the Northern Star Council of Scouts BSA.
Where do we meet?
Pack 283 is chartered by Wayzata Community Church and is able to use its wonderful facilities for our meetings. Dens also meet there or in other activity specific locations.
When do we meet?
Pack Meetings are held once a month on a Monday evening during the school year. The Pack meeting schedule is posted on the calendar page. Dens establish their own meeting days and times. Den leaders can provide their meeting schedules.
What is a Den?
Dens are smaller groups consisting of Cub Scouts in the same grade. They typically meet two times each month to complete rank specific adventures.
What Den will my child be in?
New Dens are formed when boys and girls are beginning Kindergarten (Lions). After Kindergarten, children will join existing dens with children in their grade level.
What do Cub Scouts do?
The heart of the Cub Scout program is working toward a new rank badge each year. This exposes the children to many fun and educational activities in areas such as family responsibility, community, citizenship, health and safety, nature, and physical and outdoor skills. Cub Scouts have age appropriate requirements that they complete with their family and Den. With each rank, the challenges increase along with a child’s skills and sense of achievement. Cub Scouts are known by their ranks:
- Kindergarten – Lions
- 1st grade – Tigers
- 2nd grade – Wolves
- 3rd grade – Bears
- 4th grade – Webelos
- 5th grade – Arrow of Light
What other events take place?
Our calendar is full of fun and exciting special events year round. Fall family camping, summer camps, spring cabin camping, JJ Hill parade, service projects, and the very popular Pinewood Derby to list only some. Our Pack calendar is available at the top of our website.
Who are the leaders?
The Pack is run by volunteer parents. We have a Cubmaster who leads the Cub Scouts in the Pack, a Pack Committee of parents and leaders responsible for planning, and den leaders. There are many other volunteer opportunities each year as children graduate to the Scout Troop, and help is welcome. The success of our Pack depends on the active involvement of all parents. Talk with the Cubmaster or Committee Chair for volunteer opportunities.
How much does it cost?
We pride ourselves on providing a quality, low-cost program for boys and girls and their families. Pack 283 will not turn a child away because of ability to pay. Dues are collected annually, pro-rated for new joiners, and include the neckerchief, all awards and patches earned, a pack t-shirt, and regular Pack and den meeting activities. See the Pack Dues page for more information and the current dues amount, or to make payment. You can find current pricing for the uniform shirt on the Scout Shop website. There are fees for some special events that Cub Scouts choose to attend (e.g., camping). Confidential scholarships are available on request for all or any part of these expenses; just ask our Treasurer or Committee Chair.
What is the time commitment?
There are no attendance requirements, but children who attend den meetings and monthly Pack meeting regularly will get the most out of their Cub Scout experience. Scouting is a year-round and potentially long-term program; so it coexists well with seasonal sports and other activities. Not surprisingly, many of our Scouts and leaders are also members and coaches for various sports or other activities. Cub Scouts and your Den buddies will still be there when the season is over, even if you had to miss a few meetings.
Do parents attend Den and Pack meetings?
Our youngest scouts, Lions and Tigers, are required to have an adult partner with them at every Pack or Den event. Our oldest Scouts, Webelos, will be doing more just with their leaders as they prepare to join a Troop. Parents are needed and welcome at all times and are crucial to helping their children finish their new rank badge each year and get the most out of their Cub Scout experience.
Pack 283 is a family experience.
Both moms and dads lead our dens, attend our events, and help in other ways. Siblings are welcome at all meetings and events, and everyone lends a hand to make the Pack go.
Where do I get more information about Pack 283 and Cub Scouting?
This website has information about all our activities. You may also find information about Scouting at www.northernstar.org or www.scouting.org.
Cub Scout Promise
I, (name), promise to do my best,
To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.
Cub Scout Motto
Do Your Best
The Scout Law
A Scout is:
TRUSTWORTHY. Tell the truth and keep promises. People can depend on you.
LOYAL. Show that you care about your family, friends, Scout leaders, school, and country.
HELPFUL. Volunteer to help others without expecting a reward.
FRIENDLY. Be a friend to everyone, even people who are very different from you.
COURTEOUS. Be polite to everyone and always use good manners.
KIND. Treat others as you want to be treated. Never harm or kill any living thing without good reason.
OBEDIENT. Follow the rules of your family, school, and pack. Obey the laws of your community and country.
CHEERFUL. Look for the bright side of life. Cheerfully do tasks that come your way. Try to help others be happy.
THRIFTY. Work to pay your own way. Try not to be wasteful. Use time, food, supplies, and natural resources wisely.
BRAVE. Face difficult situations even when you feel afraid. Do what you think is right despite what others might be doing or saying.
CLEAN. Keep your body and mind fit. Help keep your home and community clean.
REVERENT. Be reverent toward God. Be faithful in your religious duties. Respect the beliefs of others.
