Question 1

Can girls join your Pack?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our Pack is made up of both girl and boy Scouts and adult leaders. Everyone is welcome to join our Pack.

Question 2

How do we join your Pack?

Accepted Answer

To join our Pack, you will need to complete an online Scout Application.

We will be notified once your application has been submitted and we'll reach out to your to share the information on your Scout's Den and our meeting schedule.

Once your application has been received, you will be required to pay the yearly Pack dues (different from the National registration and Council fees)

Your child can still participate in Pack activities before your application has submitted and/or processed.

Question 3

What will my child do in Cub Scouts?

Accepted Answer

The mission of Cub Scouting is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral decisions throughout their lifetime by instilling the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. This is accomplished through belonging to a group, advancement, family involvement, activities, and service. Our activities include rocket building, car racing, outdoor skills, camping, hiking, fitness, food drives, STEM, music, citizenship, safety and preparedness, and community engagement. In short, lots of fun!

Scouts will experience many things through Den and Pack meetings while working towards their rank. Some (but not all) of the special events our Scouts have the opportunity to participate in are:
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- Pumpkin Patch Visit
- Nature Hikes
- Science Night
- Pinewood Derby
- Blue & Gold Banquet (Celebrating the Birthday of Scouting)
- Scout Run Carnival
- Pack Campout
- Bike Rodeo (Bike Safety and Activities)
- Rocket Launch
- Park After Dark (Night Hike)
- Scouting for Food (Annual Food Drive)
- Raingutter Regatta (Homemade Boat Race)
- Summer Camp (see our Summer Camp page for more activities)
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Question 4

Can we join the Pack if we don't live in or attend Oak Hills or Bethany schools?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We welcome Scouts from any school. Our Pack activities and community service are centered in the Oak Hills/Bethany area. If you are will to commute to us, we'd love to have you!

Question 5

My child is homeschooled. Can we still join your Pack?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely! Anyone currently in Kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to join our Pack.

Question 6

What are the age requirements for Cub Scouts?

Accepted Answer

Cub Scouts is made of kids ranging from Kindergarten up to the 5th grade. During the 5th grade, Scouts will transition, with the assistance of our Pack, from Cub Scouts to Scouts BSA.

Question 7

How does a Scout earn badges?

Accepted Answer

Achievements are earned and awarded through various activities throughout the year, culminating in the rank advancement at the end of the school year. The Den and Pack leadership will guide you through meeting the specific requirements. Scouts can also use the handbook to explore many elective badges of their interest on their own.

Question 8

What parent participation is needed?

Accepted Answer

Cub scouting provides ready made opportunities for families to enjoy fun activities together. The Pack belongs to all of our families, not just the adult volunteers. Parents or other individuals who play a parenting role help impact the Scout's experience. They help in scout's achievement including recording, assist with Den and Pack activities, volunteer to serve in the Den or Pack, and drop off and pick up Scouts promptly for activities. Scouting promotes family togetherness!

Question 9

What time commitment does Cub Scouts require?

Accepted Answer

Scouting can be tailored to the degree of commitment you are looking for. Generally there are activities once per week during the school year, and once per month over the summer. Most people participate in most activities. People looking for additional involvement can volunteer for leadership positions and do Scouting activities on their own.

Question 10

Is Cub Scouts religious?

Accepted Answer

You do not need to be religious to join Scouts. Our Pack (as are many) is chartered by a religious organization. Our chartering organization -Oak Hills Christian Reformed Church- provides the facilities for our Pack to use and we fall under their non-profit status. Pack 726 welcomes all families from all beliefs and places of worship.

The Boy Scouts of America is, and always has been, non-sectarian meaning you do not have to be religious or belong to a specific religion to join. That being said, we do want to recognize that there is a religious element in Cub Scouts. The Scout Oath starts "On my honor I will do my best to do my duty to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law." The word "Reverent" is part of the Scout Law and Scouts will say a prayer before each meal at summer camp. Additionally, most Scouts will have a yearly Duty to God adventure that they will need to complete to fulfil their rank requirements.

Article IX, Section 1 of the Charter and Bylaws of the Boy Scouts of America states:
The recognition of God as the ruling and leading power in the universe and the grateful acknowledgment of His favors and blessings are necessary to the best type of citizenship and are wholesome precepts in the education of the growing members. No matter what the religious faith of the members may be, this fundamental need of good citizenship should be kept before them.
Our Pack has Scouts and their families complete the Duty to God adventure at home. As we understand there are many different beliefs, we leave it up to families on how they approach the discussion of God. As you do not have to be religious to join Scouts, families are welcome to focus on the "good citizenship" aspect of these requirements. For example one of the Duty to God requirements reads: "Discuss with your parent, guardian, den leader, or other caring adult what it means to do your duty to God. Tell how you do your duty to God in your daily life." A family may choose to discuss what it means to do good and how they do good in their daily life, or they may choose to discuss how Scouts know what is right and wrong and how they make that determination in their daily life.

We are happy to work with families on how they can best complete these requirements.

Question 11

Where do activities take place?

Accepted Answer

The majority of our Pack and Den meetings and activities take place at Oak Hills Christian Reformed Church located at 2800 NW 153rd Ave., Beaverton, OR 97006. Special events or activities make take place off-site. Families will be informed of any location changes in advance.

Question 12

Is there any financial aid available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In the event that your family is experiencing financial hardship and you need financial assistance with pack dues or uniform purchases, please reach out to the Cubmaster or Treasurer. All inquiries will be held in the strictest of confidence and every effort will be made to assist you and your Cub Scout.

Question 13

What forms of payment does the Pack accept?

Accepted Answer

At this time, Pack 726 accepts payment via check, cash, and Venmo.
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·        Checks should be made out to Oak Hills Pack 726.
·        Please note, exact change is needed for cash payments.
·        Venmo payments have a 1.9% + 0.10 transaction fee on top of the invoice amount. Venmo payments should 
         be made to @Pack726OakHills.

NOTE: Please be sure you are using the pack's new Venmo handle and be sure to include your Scout's name with any payment.

If you have any questions concerning an invoice, program costs, financial aid or if you need a receipt please contact the Pack Treasurer.

Question 14

How can I volunteer?

Accepted Answer

We love it when families get involved with the Pack! Please see our Volunteer page for more information or reach out to the Pack leadership.

Question 15

Where can I get Pack 726 gear?

Accepted Answer

You can visit our Pack Store to see what Pack gear is currently available.

Question 16

What is the difference between Cub Scouts and Scouting BSA?

Accepted Answer

Both Cub Scouts and Scouting BSA are programs of The Boy Scouts of America. Cub Scouts are for children grades kindergarten through 5th grade. During their 5th grade year, Scouts will "cross over" to Scouting BSA where they will remain until they are 17 years old.

Question 17

What is the difference between a Pack and a Den?

Accepted Answer

Your Scout will be in both a Pack and a Den.

Dens are arranged by grade (no matter a Scout's school or gender) and Scouts are in the Den for the rank in which they are working to earn:

Lions: kindergarten
Tigers: first grade
Wolves: second grade
Bears: third grade
Webelos: fourth grade
Arrow of Light: fifth grade

All six Dens together make up a Pack. Scouts will participate in both Den and Pack activities.

You can find more Scouting terminology here.

You can find more information on your Scout's Den here.

Question 18

What is the difference between the blue and tan unform shirts?

Accepted Answer

Depending on a Scout’s rank, they will wear one of three uniform tops.

Lion Scouts will wear either the Lion t-shirt uniform or a blue Cub Scout uniform top.

Tiger, Wolf, and Bear Scouts will wear the blue Scout uniform top.

Webelos and Arrow of Light Scouts will transition to the tan Scout uniform top which they will continue to wear as they transition to Scouts BSA.

Learn everything you need to know about Cub Scout uniforms on our Uniforms & Insignia page.

Question 19

How is the Pack organized?

Accepted Answer

Scouts and their families are in age/grade specific groups called Dens. All of the elementary school age Dens together are called the Pack. Scouts and their families and adult volunteers work together to make the Pack go. Packs in our region are supported by a district and a council. Review our Pack Organization on the About Our Pack page.

Question 20

What is a charter organization?

Accepted Answer

Pack 726's chartering organization is Oak Hills Christian Reformed Church. As our chartering organization, Oak Hills Christian Reformed Church supports our pack in various ways including providing facilities for our pack and den meetings and activities. As our chartering organization, Pack 726 falls under Oak Hills Christian Reformed Church's non-profit status.

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