Monthly Program Builder

September“Soaring to New Heights”: 

September “Soaring to New Heights” Scouts explore how people learned to fly and the history of aviation… Rocket Derby $5.00 Pack meetings can be built around a paper airplane-flying contest

October“Once Upon A Time”: 

October “Once Upon A Time” Scouts learn about the “bigger than life” characters in the land of make believe… Fall Family Camping $5.00 Halloween Party $1.50 Build Pack camping around one or more of these characters: Pecos Bill in the Old West, Paul Revere in the East, Paul Bunyan in the Northwest, etc.

November“Pilgrims of Plymouth Rock”: 

November “Pilgrims of Plymouth Rock” Scouts can reenact the first Thanksgiving, with games and contests in addition to a bountiful meal… Raingutter Regatta $5.00 Pack or Den meetings can be built around games Pilgrim and Indian boys would have enjoyed

December“A Cub Scout Gives Goodwill”: 

December “A Cub Scout Gives Goodwill” Scouts learn about the spirit of Scouting and the meaning of the season by performing a good deed for for someone in need during the holiday season… Christmas Party $3.00 Volunteer in a soup kitchen Free

January“Home Alone”: 

January “Home Alone” This month is a good time to review basic first aid, emergency plans, how to call for help, and family rules when boys are home alone… Pinewood Derby $5.00 Have the Red Cross, a local nurse, or a doctor visit a Pack meeting to discuss basic age-appropriate first aid

February“Fiesta!”: 

February “Fiesta!” It’s party time for Scouting, and what better way to celebrate than with a Mexican flavor… Blue & Gold Banquet $9.00 Scout Sunday (Service Project) Free Boys will learn about that country’s festive traditions as they make cascarones and fill pinatas for the Blue & Gold banquet

March“Walk In My Shoes”: 

March “Walk In My Shoes” Scouts will spend this month exploring the world and experiences of those who face challenges every day… Indoor Rock Climbing $15.00 Service Project - Scouting for Food The Pack meeting can be built around learning sign language. A disabilities awareness course can also be built where boys can complete specific tasks at each station without the benefit of two or more senses.

April“Cubservation”: 

April “Cubservation” This month boys will learn about the importance of conservation and ecology… Spring Family Camping $5.00 Have a conservationist or park ranger come to your Pack meeting or campout to talk about the dangers and effects of pollution and littering

May“My Home State”: 

May “My Home State” This month boys will find out what’s special about their state… Zoo Visit $5.00 Invite a guest speaker to the Pack meeting who can share something special about your state with the boys

June“Cub Rock”: 

June “Cub Rock” The boys can learn about prehistoric times. What a good month to explore geology and learn about dinosaurs… Summer Day Camp $70

July“Fin Fun”: 

July “Fin Fun” Dive right in as Scouts spend a month learning about water – one of our most precious resources... Swim Party $2.00 This is an excellent opportunity to teach Scouts about water conversation and “catch-and-release” programs. Don’t forget to learn about water safety.

August“Scouting the Midway”: 

August “Scouting the Midway” This month is full of fun and games. Pack Cookout $3.00 The boys can design and build midway games at their den meetings and then run their game at the Pack cookout.

Total Program Cost: 

Total Program Cost Activity Cost…………………………………………..$135 Operating Cost…………………………………………$50 (Includes Registration/Insurance, Boy’s Life, Uniform, Handbook, Badge) Total…………………………………………………..$185 Per Scout Sales Goal………………………………….$370 (Based on 50% Commission to the unit)

Additional Activity Ideas: 

Additional Activity Ideas Bowling Laser Tag Baseball Game Basketball Game Football Game Frisbee Golf Amusement Park Hockey Game Museum Visit IMAX Theatre State Park Visit Fire Station Visit Police Station Visit State Police Station Visit Airport Visit Company Visit Hospital Visit Hiking Trip