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Pack 396 delivers the Cub Scouts program to boys and girls ages 5–10 in Brownsburg, Indiana.
Youth 11–17 may join the Scouts BSA program through Troop 396 for boys or Troop 3960 for girls, and all youth 14–20 may also join Venturing Crew 396.
What is Cub Scouts?
The Cub Scouts program serves boys and girls in grades K–5. It is part of Scouting America's mission to "prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law."
Your child will be a member of a den — a small group of kids of the same grade/age. Dens meet together to complete fun and age-appropriate adventures. Dens advance through the Cub Scout ranks as they grow.
A pack is big group of multiple dens. Our whole pack meets together for fun activities.
Parents and adults help the pack operate — no previous Scouting experience is needed.
Why would parents want to join Cub Scouts?
Scouting works in preparing youth for life in a world beyond school and sports. The ideals that Scouting teaches are timeless and help kids to build confidence and character. For more info, read The Scouting Edge: A Study of Ethics and Character in America.
Scouting America is committed to safety and youth protection. Youth with special needs are welcome; learn more at ablescouts.org/toolbox.
Why would kids want to join Cub Scouts?
“Scouting is a game with a purpose.” However, we know that kids don't join Cub Scouts for character building. They join because it's fun, and they like learning new skills. While trying new things, your Scout will be making friends and creating family memories that last a lifetime.
Cub Scouts Adventures are fun, age-appropriate, and they safely challenge kids as they grow. By completing Adventures, Cub Scouts will earn recognition and make progress towards earning their badge of rank, which is worn on their uniform. The uniform shows both advancement progress and being part of a team.
Brownsburg Cub Scout Pack 396
Cub Scout Pack 396 serves boys and girls in grades K–5 around Brownsburg, Indiana. We meet on some Tuesdays. Our dens (each grade) meet once or twice per month, and our pack (all grades) meets once a month. That's a total of two or three fun meetings per month for your family to enjoy. Most of our programming is during the school year, but there are optional summer activities too.
You may join anytime, and you're welcome to check us out before joining. We look forward to meeting you in person! Follow our New Cub Scout Checklist to get started.
What will we do in Cub Scouts?
Our den meetings are focused on fun activities that complete Adventures to progress along the advancement trail. By completing six required Adventures and at least two elective Adventures, Cub Scouts will earn their badge of rank for the year.
Our pack events may include:
Themed meetings focused on common Adventure areas, such as outdoors, personal fitness, and citizenship.
Campouts and hikes
Events like the Pinewood Derby or Raingutter Regatta
Service projects and conversation projects
Guest speakers such as Miss Liz the Science Wiz, Take Flight! Wildlife Education, and local first responders
Other frequently asked questions
"Do we have to be experienced campers?" No outdoor experience is required. Scouting is a great way for both youth and adults to develop new skills.
"Are youth with special needs welcome?" Yes, let us know about your specific needs. Learn more at ablescouts.org/toolbox.
"How do I transfer from another unit?" Either ask us about transferring your national membership to our pack or contact our council's member care team for assistance.
"Is Cub Scouts religious?" All Scouts are reverent — they respect the beliefs of others — but our pack does not require or promote any specific religion. The minimal requirements related to Family & Reverence will be addressed at home. We welcome people of all backgrounds.
"What comes after Cub Scouts? How is Cub Scouts different from Boy Scouts?"
Scouting America (formerly Boy Scouts of America) offers multiple programs for boys and girls ages 5–20.
In Cub Scouts, a pack is adult-led and provides ready-made opportunities for families to enjoy fun activities together. Cub Scouts is for youth ages 5–10.
In Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts), a troop is youth-led and aims to help young people develop self-confidence and leadership skills. Youth in a Scouts BSA troop plan and carry out fun activities and goals, while their adult leaders are providing a safe and encouraging environment to enable the youth to succeed. Scouts BSA is for youth 11–17.
In Venturing, a crew is youth-led, coed, and offers a program all about building adventures with your friends. Choose to do activities that matter to you and develop essential skills like leadership, event-planning, organization, communication, and responsibility while having a blast! Venturing is for ages 14–20. (Members 14–17 may be part of a Scouts BSA troop at the same time.)
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