Cub Scout Uniform

The uniform is a method of Scouting:
"Cub Scout uniforms serve a dual purpose, demonstrating that a Scout is part of a team and showing individual achievement (Scouts wear the badges they’ve earned). Wearing the uniform to meetings and activities also encourages a neat appearance, and good behavior."

See each section for expanded answers on what uniform items are needed. Our pack only uses field uniform tops and neckerchiefs w/ slides; other uniform purchases are optional. Ask us about our uniform exchange after joining.

Handbooks are not required unless noted in a section below, but your child may enjoy reading one, and it contains useful information for adults as well.

Note: At graduation, all Scouts except new Webelos will be awarded the neckerchief & slide for their next rank. You are welcome to keep your previous neckerchief & slide, or you can donate it to our uniform exchange. Webelos will be awarded an Arrow of Light handbook instead.

All the official items you need are available at scoutshop.org. A limited assortment can also be found on Amazon.

To shop locally, visit Crossroads Outfitters at 7125 Fall Creek Rd N. You can order uniform tops with pre-sewn council patch and pack numbers by calling 317-813-7070.

What should my Scout wear to events?

Kindergartners: either pack t-shirt or Lion t-shirt.

The “Be Prepared” answer: wear the pack t-shirt under the field uniform, and remove the field uniform as needed.

The “Do Your Best” answer: wear something clean.

For pack meetings or public outings, the field uniform is best; For den meetings, follow the advice of the den leader.

By the way, if someone tells you to wear a "Class A uniform," they mean the field uniform. If they say "Class B uniform" or "activity uniform," they mean a pack t-shirt (or other Scouting t-shirt).