BY-LAWS
Cub Scout Pack 169
6161 Chambersburg Rd
Huber Heights, Ohio 45424
2009-2010
Updated August 2009
Sponsored by:
St. Peter’s Church
Cub Scout Motto:
“Do Your Best”
Contents
3. PACK INFORMATION – CALENDAR - WEBSITE
5. ACCESS TO COMMITTEE MEMBERS
6. LEADERSHIP APPLICATION AND TRAINING
9. SCOUT IN NEED (Financial Assistance)
19. EXCURSIONS AND FIELD TRIPS
Pack 169 has been in existence for over 30 years. The intent is deliver a high quality Cub Scout program to boys in the 1st – 5th grades by implementing the time honored BSA-specified purposes, aims and methods. Boys can build character, skills, and leadership qualities. This boy-oriented organization provides a setting in which to develop mentally, physically, and morally. “DO YOUR BEST” is the central theme in all meetings, activities, and events that provide educational opportunities as well as exciting and fun experiences.
Cub Scouts is an extension of the family and involves the total development of Scouts.
The term parent for the purpose of this document means biological
parent, legal guardian and/or other adult relative as defined by the BSA.
Please note that scouting is NOT babysitting. Each parent is expected to personally contribute a reasonable amount of time and energy to the Pack program.
Parents are asked to consider becoming involved as an adult leader. There are many positions, with varying amounts of time requirements open to parents. Being an adult leader can be a challenging, but very rewarding. There are many helpful experienced leaders and many other resources in scouting to help new leaders.
There are also a variety of parent committees responsible for planning various Scouting events. Most committee positions involve two (2) to ten (10) total hours of commitment over the entire Scout year. Your son’s Den leader can identify parent committee openings and needs.
The following is a partial list of the parent committees and their basic function:
This group plans and coordinates the annual Blue and Gold Banquet. This includes planning the program agenda, entertainment, meals, the coordinating of the different dens, decorations, paper goods, condiments, etc. The dinner is normally held in February. The Blue and Gold Banquet celebrates the Birthday of Cub Scouting.
Fund Raising Committee & Popcorn Kernel
Unfortunately money doesn’t grow on trees. The Pack relies heavily on fundraisers
and donations. Our main fundraiser is the
sale of Boy Scout Popcorn. Our goal is for
each Scout to sell $250.00 of product. We
understand that some families cannot commit the time to sell. If you elect not to sell, you can make a "buyout"
of $40.00 to the Pack. EVERY Scout
is REQUIRED to participate in at least one Show and Sell. One of the main responsibilities of this group
is to find ways to bring money into the Pack.
This budget helps provide the funds needed in order to go camping, provide
awards to Scouts, and conduct the Pinewood derby
, and train our leaders[RI1]
(among many other things). The
function of this group is to plan and implement ways to raise money for the Pack. This committee functions under the leadership
of the Pack Fundraising Chair for each fundraising event.
Pinewood Derby Committee
This group will plan, organize, and coordinate the events during
race-day, as well as the preparatory actions necessary prior to the event. This
includes gathering sponsorships, rules/regulations, track, trophies/awards, and
refreshments[RI2] etc.
Camping Committee
and the Outings Coordinator
This group plans the spring family campout. This includes location (campground and site designations), assisting families in locating supplies they may need, group meals, scout ceremonies (awards/recognitions), and scout activities (games, achievements, electives, guest speakers, etc.).
Calendar - Website
Besides the planning meetings, parents are asked to read the Calendar of Events and information provided on the Pack 169 Website http://scoutsonline.com/pack169 or by their son’s Den Leader on a regular basis. This will help to keep you informed with what is happening within the Den/Pack. Please include this information in your family’s planning calendar.
Financial
The financial books on all transfers, payments, purchases, deposits, will be reviewed by at least two people on a continuing basis to assure their correctness. These reports should be presented to the unit committee at monthly meetings and will be posted on the Pack Website. There will also be an end of the year audit in April of each year. The Pack fiscal year is from 01 August to 31 July.
The Pack is administered by a committee that organizes, plans, and oversees all functions, and activities of the Pack.
Charter Organization Representative - Required
Pack Committee Chairperson - Required
Cub Master – Required
Assistant Cub Master
Secretary
Treasurer – Required
Awards Chairperson
Den leaders and their assistants – Required
Fundraising Chair
One Baloo trained individual – Required for camping
Pack Recruiter+
Outings Coordinator
Parent Committee Members
Committee Responsibilities
· Hold regular meetings, which will be posted and announced to the entire membership and open to all members.
· Set the Pack policies in accordance with Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and the chartered organization
· Manage the annual Pack charter renewal
· Carry out the policies and regulations of the BSA
· Provide encouragement and guidance to Leaders in carrying out the Pack Program
· Provide the finances and the fundraising for the Pack
· Supervise finances and manage the Pack property
· Maintain the quality of the adult leadership and that the Pack Leadership is recruited and trained
· Coordinate between the Pack and other Scouting units
· Ensure that all Scouts receive a quality, year round program
Chartered Organization Representative
This person is the liaison between the Pack, the chartered organization, and the BSA. The Chartered Organization Representative is responsible for the following:
· Making sure that the chartered organization is aware of what the Pack is doing.
· Coordinating activities between the chartered organization and the Pack.
· Communicating any relevant policies that the charter organization has to the Pack committee.
A point that a new Scouter often misses is that the chartered organization "owns" the Pack, but not the Pack committee. The Pack Committee is simply an administrative arm of the chartered organization.
The Chartered Organization Representative is a voting member of the local BSA Council and District committees. As such, they represent the Pack on these committees.
If the chartered organization has more than one unit (e.g., a Cub Scout Pack and a Boy Scout Troop), the Chartered Organization Representative serves both.
Pack Committee
Chair
The Pack Committee Chair is responsible for the following:
· Organizing and facilitating the operations of the Pack committee.
· Working with the Cubmaster and Chartered Organization Representative to make sure that the responsibilities of the Pack Committee are being met.
· Preparing agendas for and overseeing the monthly leaders meetings.
· Ensuring that Parent Committees, if any, meet their commitments to the Pack.
· Securing meeting space as needed.
The Cubmaster is responsible for the following:
· Conducting the Pack program which includes leading the monthly Pack meeting, with the help of the other leaders.
· Encourage Den Leaders to use BSA monthly themes.
· Guiding, supporting, motivating, and giving inspiration to the other adult leaders.
· Making sure leaders receive training for their positions.
· Making sure the Dens are functioning well.
· Planning the Den and Pack programs with the help of the other leaders.
· Coordinating the total Cub Scout program for the Pack.
· Helping recruit Den Leaders and Coaches.
· Establishing and maintaining good relationships with area Boy Scout Troops to help Webelos continue into Boy Scouting as they graduate from the Pack.
The Pack Secretary is responsible for the following:
· Handling correspondence for the Pack. This may include writing letters of appreciation and requests for reservations, or ordering supplies through the local council service center.
· Keeping minutes on business conducted at Pack leaders meetings. Record key items such as things needing follow-up or items for the history of the Pack.
· Notifying leaders of leaders meetings and other activities.
· Providing den leaders with records and forms for meetings.
The Pack Treasurer is responsible for the following:
· Help the Pack Committee and Cubmaster establish a sound financial program for the Pack with a Pack budget plan.
·
Open and maintain a bank account in the Pack's name,
and arrange for all transactions checks to
be signed by any of the following: Cubmasterboth,
Pack Committee Chair, and Treasurer.
· Approve all budget expenditures. Check all disbursements against budget allowances, and pay bills by check.
· Collect dues and other fees from Den leaders or parents. Give receipts for these funds, and deposit the money in the bank account.
· Keep up-to-date financial records. Enter all income and expenditures under the proper budget item in the finance section of the Pack accounting records.
· Report on the Pack's financial condition at the monthly Pack leaders meeting.
· Provide petty cash as needed by leaders. Obtain receipts for all money disbursed, and keep a record of expenditures.
· Guide the Pack in conducting Council-approved Pack money-earning projects.
Additional Treasury/Financial-related items to be noted:
· All reasonable expenses incurred by Pack leaders will be reimbursed from the Pack budget. Leaders MUST provide a receipt for all expenses in order to be reimbursed.
· Leader training expenses that are approved by a Pack Committee majority vote prior to the event will be paid for from the Pack budget. Again, receipts MUST be provided.
· Expenditures less than $100.00 must be approved by two of the following three; Cubmaster, Pack Committee Chairperson, and Treasurer
· Expenditures over $100.00 must be approved by a Pack Committee majority vote.
· All checks require two authorized signatures.
· All expenditures should benefit the Pack as a whole or individual Scouts as needed.
· All leaders and the Treasurer must maintain fiscal responsibility.
· Mis-management or mis-appropriation of Pack finances or Pack property by anyone will not be tolerated. The penalties for such may vary from a verbal warning to removal from the Pack to criminal charges (in extreme cases).
The Cub Scouts of America is a nonprofit organization; therefore, Pack 169, by charter, is also a Non-profit organization.
· The Pack functions on a self-supporting budget.
· Records of all financials are available for review and/or audit at any time.
Activities will be planned to reflect a reasonable
cost for the majority of the general membership. All Pack activities are to be budgeted
and financial responsibilities met. All events
and activities must be self-supporting using
an establishedhave a committee
approved budget. Activities will be
planned to reflect a reasonable cost for the majority of the general membership.
If there are insufficient funds in the Pack account to cover the anticipated expense, the expense must be denied. The Pack Committee chairperson will be responsible for reviewing monthly bank statements with the Treasurer.
Any suggestion or matter of concern may be reported to the Pack
Committee by attending the committee meeting or by submitting a written suggestion
to any committee member. All issues will be discussed openly, voted on, and responded
to appropriately. All issues requiring a
vote should be brought to the floor in a specific proposal. A proposal will require a majority vote by those
committee members present to pass. All proposals
and voting decisions will be documented in the Pack Committee Minutes, sent via
E-mail to all Pack members and a hard copy will be available upon request at Pack
meetings. The Pack Committee typically meets
the week of every monthly.
The location and time of the meetings are determined by the Pack Committee Chairman
and published on the Pack calendar. Exceptions to this date are made to coordinate
with holidays and special events and will be published. The required committee members, as well as at least
one representative from every den, should attend these meetings. There must be a minimum of three committee members
present to make quorum.
The leadership of the Pack is made up of adult volunteers and parental members. All Pack Committee members must complete an Adult Leader Application form and be registered through the national organization of the Boy Scouts of America.
Every registered leader MUST obtain, within 1 year, the Youth Protection Certification Card which is available through online training. Every registered leader MUST obtain, within 30 days, the Youth Protection training from St. Peters Church.
Every boy deserves a trained leader. Every effort should be made to complete basic leader training as soon as possible. This training includes Online Youth protection, New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Specific Training for your particular job.
Any boy in the 1st – 5th grades may apply for membership with Pack 169. The Pack will not discriminate based upon race, religion or creed. Boys who apply for membership will be placed in a den commensurate with their age and/or grade level. The Cubmaster and Den Leaders will coordinate placement.
Parents should completely fill out the registration form and turn it in to the Cubmaster, Pack Committee Chairperson or Den Leader with the appropriate fee prior to participation. In addition to the necessary medical information on the back of the form, please remember to tell the Leaders about any special medical needs your son might have.
Fees are $50.00 each year usually due in September. The membership fee includes fees paid to the Boy Scouts of America, Boys Life magazine, kits for Pinewood derby, insurance, awards, and rank graduation awards.
Pack 169 recharters every year in April. Scouts remaining in the unit over the summer are required to pay $23 as a commitment for the next scouting year. The balance of the $50 is to be paid in September. New members joining in the fall would pay $50 dollars. Fees will not be prorated based on the month of joining the Pack. Fees will not be refunded if the Scout decides not to return and/or participate after the money has been deposited with the Council.
Scouting is for ALL boys. Financial need will not prevent a family
from participating in scouting. As needs dictate and funds are available,
the Pack Committee may elect to supplement or waive the yearly dues for a
Scout who requires financial assistance. The Pack and/or Council will also provide scholarship funding for any organized Pack activity, which shall cover the cost of registration / participation for any member, Cub Scout and/or Adult chaperone. All scholarship requests will be managed in a confidential manner. Requests for Scholarships must be directed in writing to the Cubmaster, or Pack Committee Chairperson for review and approval. Any individual who accepts financial assistance is obligated to use these funds. If, for example, you accept financial assistance to attend Day Camp and your Scout does not attend, you must repay the Pack within 60 days.
Tigers[RI3] , Wolves and Bears – Official Cub Scout blue shirt with all required patches and with undamaged blue jeans, solid dark pants or shorts, a neckerchief with slide
Webelos I & II – Official Webelos Scout shirt (khaki) with all required patches, Webelos Neckerchief and slide, Webelos hat, epaulettes, and solid dark pants, shorts, or undamaged blue jeans
Official shorts, pants, and socks are optional for all ranks. All boys should be neat in appearance and shirts must be tucked in. Scouts must be in full Class A Uniform at all Pack functions unless otherwise designated.
Adult Leaders – Official BSA Shirt with all required patches and epaulettes and dark shorts, skirts, pants, or jeans. Neckerchiefs are optional for adult leaders. All registered leaders must wear a uniform.[RI4] In the event that the adult is coming from work and does not have the time to change into uniform, a business suit or dress slacks/skirt and dress shirt/blouse may be substituted.
Class “B” Uniforms – Scouts may wear any Scout related Class B T-shirt to any Scout function designated for a Class B uniform dress code.
**For safety reasons, no open toed shoes / sandals are allowed at any scouting function.
The Cub Scout Handbook for each rank is a necessary part of Scouting. Cub Scouts should have their Cub Scout Handbook with them at all Den meetings. This is needed for overall guidance, direction, sign-off, tracking of achievements, and recognition for advancement. The Cub Scout Handbook, appropriate to the Scout’s den level, should be purchased along with the uniform. The Cub Scout should also carry a pencil and paper to all Scouting events.
Your son’s Den Leader will determine which achievements, electives and activity pins are to be worked on during meetings, and which are to be done outside of meetings.
Pack 169 encourages each boy to strive for Rank and personal achievement. As recognition for these efforts, the Pack will present each Scout with patches, pins, belt loops, and letters as they are achieved. All award requirements must be verified by an adult leader and approved by the Den Leader. The Den Leader must turn in all award requests at least one week prior to the Pack meeting for awards to be given out at that Pack meeting
Cub Scouts (with the exception of Tiger Cubs) should do their best to earn the Bobcat Badge within two months of joining the Pack. This gets the basics out of the way and allows the Scout to pursue his goals in Scouting. The Scout’s next goal is to pursue their applicable rank badge.
Pack 169 does not require Pack dues. Pack revenue comes from registration
fees and fundraisers. Pack 169 uses all annual
revenue for campouts, awards, supplies, and other Pack functions designed to benefit
the Scouts directly.
Prior to each fundraising event that is eligible for “Scout Accounts”, the Pack Committee by majority vote will publish a set of rules that specify how funds are allocated to individual accounts for each fund raising event. One way the distribution of funds can occur is to take a certain percentage or the amount off the top for general unit expenses and divide the rest of the money based on participation. Depending on the event, participation of family members may be included or excluded.
The funds in a Scout Account can be used for the payment of registration fees, camping fees, summer camp fees, council activity fees, Scouting books, etc. All such payments must be for Scouting related activities.
The funds can also be used for the payment of Scouting related purchases that need to be made for the fulfillment of a Scouting activity. This can be for uniforming, needed equipment, provisions for a trip, and other items. All these expenses must be directly related to the Scouting program.
If the funds are being used for the reimbursement for a Scouting related purchase, this purchase must be approved by the unit committee. This is normally done by presenting written explanation and the purchase receipts to the Pack Treasure.
[RI5] If there are funds left in an account when a Scout does not reregister, this money will be held in stasis for a period of one calendar year in case the Scout comes back or joins another unit. After this time period, the funds will be reallocated from the individual and transferred to the general unit fund.
During the time the funds are in stasis, the funds in the account can be transferred to another Scouting unit. If the unit decides, the funds can still used for Scouting related activities or purchases by the individual under the same rules as other uses or purchases.
An inactive Scout Account in can be transferred to another family member in Scouting, or it can be held in stasis for a younger family member that will be joining the unit. The length of time that a terminated account can be held in stasis for an upcoming family member is one calendar year.
The funds in a Scout Account can never be simply paid out to
a Scout or leader that leaves. To do so would be a violation of the designated use
of the funds and will get you in trouble with the IRS.[RI6]
It is common that if a Scout transfers to another Scouting unit, including Boy Scouts that has Scout Accounts, that the money in the Scout's account can be transferred to the new Scout unit upon a written request to do so. The Scout can never directly receive the money in such a transfer. It must always be given to the new Scouting unit by a Pack check.
At the discretion of the Den Leader, Dens may collect a nominal fee, typically $0.50-$1.00 per week with maximum weekly Den dues of $2.00. Den Leaders are to use the dues for Den craft supplies and the like. Dues are payable each week whether the Cub Scout attends the meetings or not (the Den Leader must purchase enough supplies for every boy in the Den, regardless of the actual attendance).
A minimum of two den meetings or activities is required each month. Days and times are to be determined by the Den leaders, but typically will follow a Monday pattern with a 6:30 p.m. start. Each den must have a minimum of two adults (one leader and one parent) at every meeting and activity. At least one Leader shall be trained. If training is necessary, it must be accomplished during the academic school year. All leaders must perform the fast start training section available online on the Pack 169 Web Site http://scoutsonline.com/pack169) prior to conducting any meetings. Every registered leader must have confirmation of Youth Protection Training.
For Tiger Cub Scouts, a parent or legal guardian must be present at all Scout meetings and functions. For the older ranks, parental presence is left to the discretion of the den leader of the Scout. However, as a general guideline parents are highly encouraged to be present at Scouting functions.
Cub Scouts are encouraged to attend all Pack and Den meetings and activities. In order to qualify for a perfect attendance, the Cub Scout must attend five (5) Pack meetings and 85% of all den meetings and activities in the course of one Pack fiscal year. Pack Meetings are generally the third Friday of each month starting at 7:00 pm. Den Leaders are responsible for keeping attendance records for the boys in their dens, and coordinating the qualification for this award.
A parent who desires to drop off a Scout for a meeting must perform a meet and greet with the Den Leader and must verify that emergency POC information is available for the Scout. Approval for drop offs is at the discretion of the Scout’s Den Leader.
A Tiger Cub is not eligible for drop offs and must be accompanied by an adult partner for all events.
It is expected that each member of the Pack conduct themselves politely and orderly at all times. As members of the Pack, each boy is a representative of the Pack, the Charter Organization, and the Boy Scouts of America as well as himself and his family; their conduct should reflect the guidelines in the Cub Scout Promise, Oath, and Motto, and the Boy Scout Law. Misconduct will not be tolerated. It is the responsibility of the Cubmaster, Committee members, Den Leaders, and Parents to set a proper example of Good Conduct and to notify the scout and his family of any acts of misconduct. Pack Leaders permit positive verbal correction, but disciplinary actions are the responsibility of the parents. Failure of a scout to conduct himself appropriately could lead to cancellation of membership in severe cases. Termination of membership will be decided by a vote of the Pack Committee.
Electronic devices (games/toys) are highly discouraged at any Scouting function.
Scout behavior is a key factor in ALL Den and Pack activities, and Scouts are held to a strict (but fair) set of rules. Additionally, adult Scout Leaders and parents will be subject to the same rules for Behavior and Discipline Policy as the Scouts while involved in Scout functions, as well as in Scout-related contact outside of Scout functions.
The behavior and actions of a single person at a Scouting event can affect the entire Pack, so any serious misbehavior will have zero tolerance. This policy ensures that Scouting will always be a positive factor in the lives of the Scout boys.
The Scout Leaders know that Cub Scout-aged boys have a high energy level and will not always do the right things. Nevertheless, two (2) things are always required:
· Maintaining the safety of others and oneself
· Respect for the Scout Leaders/adults
Serious offenses that will not be tolerated are:
· Theft or disrespecting the property of others
· Fighting
· Vandalism
· Lack of respect during flag ceremonies
· Repeated misbehavior that affects the ability of the Den/Pack to function
· Drug possession or usage
· Alcohol possession or usage
· Lewd conduct
· Hazing
· Profanity
Less serious offenses (though also prohibited) include:
· Lying
· Excessive horseplay/rough-housing
· Disruptive talking
· Tobacco usage (adults); tobacco possession or usage (youth)
· Teasing or calling another offensive names
· Other violations of the Scout Law
Although not specific standards for discipline, the spirit of these guidelines is founded in the twelve points of the Scout Law. A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent.
The Scouts will obey any reasonable command of a Scout Leader, especially on outings when a Scout could get lost or put him or others in an unsafe situation.
Any Scout who misbehaves will be taken aside by two adult Scout Leaders, or an Adult Scout Leader and a parent, and warned of their misbehavior. Should the Scout continue to misbehave a parent will be notified as soon as possible, requesting they remove their Scout. If the parent is unable to remove the Scout, two trained adult Scout Leaders may accompany the Scout home and discuss the matter with his parent.
The adult Scout Leader and parent shall resolve general misbehavior. Should this behavior persist so as to become serious in nature as defined in these by-laws, or the Scout Leader and parent cannot resolve the general misbehavior, an investigation may be convened at the request of either party. This investigation will proceed as detailed directly below for serious misbehavior.
Should the Scout Leader and parent fail to correct any serious misbehavior of a Scout, an investigation shall be conducted by at least two trained adult Scout Leaders.
The investigating Scout Leaders shall not be related to the Scouts involved. A parent of the Scout involved shall be notified immediately upon the decision to commence an investigation into their Scout’s conduct.
At the conclusion of the investigation, the investigating Scout Leaders shall submit a report to the Cub Master and Pack Committee Chair, which may or may not suggest a course of action. The Cub Master and Pack Committee Chair shall determine if punishment is warranted and what the punishment shall be.
The Scout’s parent may appeal the determination of punishment at the next Pack Committee meeting. If this occurs:
The Pack Committee Chair shall appoint a Disciplinary Appeals Committee to hear the appeal.
· The Appeals Committee shall be composed of three Scout Leaders or parents who did not investigate or determine punishment for the misbehavior, and who are not related to the Scouts involved.
· The decision of the Appeals Committee is final.
Facts and circumstances
In determining the severity of discipline for a violation, the Pack shall consider one or more of the following:
· Intent – Was the act intentional? Were the consequences of the act intended? Were the individual’s intentions good, although the results were not?
· Recurrence – Have acts of this type occurred before? Has discipline been initiated in the past with respect to this individual for this sort of conduct, or for other types of prohibited conduct?
· Judgment – Did the individual use his or her best judgment in good faith? Was a reasonable decision made, given the circumstances?
· Nature of Act – Was this act so grievous as to make the Scout or adult a continuing threat to those in the Den/Pack?
· Mitigating Circumstances – Do other factors affect the appropriate severity of discipline, such as:
o Provocation of actions
o History of good behavior or service within the troop or other BSA units
· Common Sense – Is the proposed discipline justified by the act(s) committed?
It is our intent that the Den/Pack Discipline Policy is enforced, but our hope is that it will rarely need to be fully carried out. The Pack Committee Chair has the final word on any dispute that may arise through the use of this policy.
Rules and Regulations
for Leadership Positions
As to the business affairs of the Pack, you should observe a discreet silence. As you are a conservator in a special sense, your duty is to guard against any appearance of violating that confidence while acting in an official capacity. The Pack has not only the right to be secure, but to feel secure in all that pertains to their protection. Your acts will at all times be made the subject of comment; hence you must guard with jealous care any loss of temper when you are made to feel that an injustice may have been done you personally on that account. [RI7]
The credit of the Pack depends largely on the conduct of each and the faithfulness with which your personal duties are discharged.
Avoid placing yourself under obligations to any person and thus maintain your independence.
The Pack Committee and COR shall have the right to suspend any of the Leaders of the Pack for incompetence, neglect of duty, immorality, drunkenness, failure to obey orders give by proper authority or for any other just and reasonable cause.
Conduct of Leaders
In matters of general conduct not governed by the rules and regulations within the scope of the Boys Scouts of America and Pack 169, a Leader in the Pack shall be governed by the ordinary rules of good behavior observed by law abiding and self-respecting citizens, and shall not behave in a manner tending to bring reproach or unfavorable reflection upon the Pack or its members.
· A member of the Pack, whether on duty or not, shall be responsible for his/her conduct.
· A member of the Pack shall not use obscene, immoral, disrespectful, impudent or other improper language.
· All members shall establish and maintain full cooperation between one and another.
· A member of the Pack shall not commit any assault or breach of the peace leading to arrest, confinement or imprisonment.
· A member of the Pack shall pay true, just, and lawful debts.
· A member of the Pack shall not deceive nor evade any law, ordinance, rule, regulations or order.
· A member of the Pack shall not make a false official report or statement.
Physical Appearance
and Fitness
Each Leader of the Pack shall be present and physically able to perform at all times the duties of the position to which that member is assigned.
A member of the Pack shall not place oneself under the influence or alcoholic beverage, drug or compound, not use an alcoholic beverage, drug or compound in any form when on duty or in uniform. A member shall not use any drug or compound likely to render that member unfit for duty unless such use is prescribed by a physician.
A member of the Pack shall be properly clothed at all times in the dress uniform, work uniform, safety clothing or other apparel prescribed or appropriate to the task being performed.
Responsibilities
and Duties
· Each member shall be responsible for the efficient and proper use of all property, supplies and utilities in that member’s charge.
· A member of the Pack shall perform all duties assigned by rule, regulation, schedule or order to the best of the member’s ability.
· A member of the Pack shall not leave the post or the duty assigned, but shall remain firm in the performance thereof until relieved.
· A member of the Pack, at the scene of an emergency shall maintain one’s position with the assigned unit, keep orderly and silent, and obey orders promptly.
· A member of the Pack, considering oneself harmed, offended, or aggrieved by the orders of conduct of another, or from other cause, may follow prescribed courses of redress.
· A member shall not engage in dilatory actions which tend to delay response to programs or hinder timely completion of assignments.
· A member shall not perform such acts of carelessness which might result in injury to persons or damage to property.
In any situation where the regularly assigned Leader or acting Leader of an event/outing is not available to exercise command, the senior member of the highest rank present shall assume command. The chain of command on the outing shall follow the guidelines outlined in the Pack Organization Chart.
Money or other valuables found at any event or meeting shall be turned over to the Cubmaster or most senior Den Leader for safe keeping.
A member shall be responsible to report to the pertinent authority any improper situation or faulty condition pertaining to the Pack.
Knowledge and Abilities
Each member shall read, study, and become familiar with the laws, ordinances, rules and regulations and orders pertaining to the Pack.
Each member of the Pack shall have and an
extensive and thorough knowledge of the methods prescribed and the
tools and equipment furnished to accomplish the tasks normally assigned to their
position. Each member shall have a good working
knowledge of the tasks and tools normally assigned to other members of the Pack. Each member shall develop the necessary physical
skills to properly utilize this knowledge.
Each member shall familiarize oneself with the communications system adopted by the Pack.
Additional Responsibilities
of Leaders.
· Each Leader shall be responsible for the condition, efficiency, discipline, and management of the individuals under that Leader's command.
· Each Leader shall be just, dignified, and firm with subordinates.
· Each Leader is held responsible for the enforcement of Orders, Rules, and Regulations of the Pack, Boys Scouts of America, and is held accountable for orders that Leader issues.
· Each Leader shall promptly report any violation of law, ordinance, rules, regulations or orders.
· Equal and impartial treatment of subordinates shall be required of Leader of the Pack/Den/Committee without favoritism or injustice.
· A Leader shall not attempt to deprive merit of due recognition, nor shield incompetence or misconduct.
· Each Leader shall be acquainted with the qualifications of the members supervised and controlled, and shall instruct members in their duties and observe that they comply with the rules, regulations, and orders, and properly perform the duties assigned them.
· A Leader in the Pack shall not assign subordinates to duty of a special nature until the officer has assurance that such subordinates are competent to discharge said duty.
Restricted Activities
· A Leader in the Pack shall not criticize nor unfavorably comment upon the administration of either the Pack or a Den. Nor upon the methods employed by superiors in the performance of their duty; nor use words, nor act in such a manner as to impair the authority of superiors of the discipline of the Pack. [RI8]
· A member of the Pack shall not impart any information, nor offer material or subjects for publication, relating to the affairs of the Pack, except as provided by policy approved by the Pack Committee.
· A member proposing any change affecting the procedures or policies of the Pack shall submit the proposal to the Pack as prescribed in the By Laws. No such change shall be effected except with approval of the Pack Committee.
· A member shall avoid the discussion of controversial subjects unrelated to Pack matters which tend to disrupt the harmony and discipline of the Pack.
· A member shall not permit unauthorized persons to accompany the Pack.
· A member shall not incur any liability in the name of the Pack or the Boy Scouts of America except by specific authority.
· A member shall not use or permit other persons to use Pack property or facilities except as authorized.
Miscellaneous
· A member of the Pack shall report promptly any infraction of the rules observed by that member.
· A member of the Pack upon suspension, resignation, separation, or dismissal, shall immediately surrender all property of the Pack in the member’s possession.
Outings, such as eExcursions
and field trips, provide some of the most exciting parts
of Scouting. Cub Scouts enjoy many outdoor experiences as they participate in the
variety of activities that can be held outside, such as field trips, hikes, nature
and conservation experiences, and outdoor games.
An official Scout outing for Pack 169 is defined as a group (more
than one Scout that is not related to another) meeting for an excursion, meeting
or field trip with the expressed intention of just completing any Cub Scout requirement
and the proper paperwork has been submitted and approved. This is not to say that families who also participate
in Cub Scouts cannot get together and enjoy the fun of activities and as a byproduct
complete a Cub Scout requirement. In fact,
this is encouraged! An example would be two
families that go bowling for fun but also are able to complete the bowling belt
loop requirements. The Pack will also post
on the website or distribute information about events that the Pack is not participating
in but are possible excursions or field tripsoutings
that might be fun or informative.
Boy Scout of America, Miami Valley Council, nor Pack 169 will
assume any responsibility if the proper paperwork was not submitted and approved
prior to any official Scouting event.
Planning Field
Trips and ExcursionsOutings
When planning a trip or excursionan
outing for your den or pack, keep the following guidelines in mind:
·
Make sure that all activities are age-appropriate.
Especially for pack excursionsoutings,
which include boys of various ages, make sure there's something that appeals to
everyone.
·
While it's OK to include some activities just for
the fun of it, make sure the featured event of an excursion outing
relates to the monthly theme or activity badge.
· Refer to the Guide to Safe Scouting (http://www.scouting.org/pubs/gss) to ensure that all activities are conducted in a safe manner.
· Be sure to file the proper forms and permits. A local tour permit is recommended whenever the den travels to a place other than its regular meeting place (even for short in-town trips) and an informed consent form (permission slip) should be signed by the parent or guardian of every boy.
·
You should have a separate permission slip for each
Scout for each activity (a blanket permission slip may be used for standard Den
meetings but must be updated annually).
·
You should have a separate medical form for each
Scout and shall be updated annually. You
should have medical forms for adults; too, as adults can have medical conditions
occur on outdoor activities. Be sure to keep
these medical forms private and use them only on a need-to-know basis[RI9] .
Registration and
Payment Guidelines
Pack
Outings (Pack)
Pack 169 provides the Scouts with the opportunity to be involved
in a variety of events throughout the year.
We encourage the Scouts to participate in as many of the outings as possible,
since they are used as a means of advancement and fun. Parents, in addition to the Den Leaders, are often
needed on these outings to provide transportation and are encouraged to attend with
their son and family. Scouts are usually
required to wear Class A uniforms while traveling to an outing. Everybody traveling in cars MUST wear a seat belt.
The cost of outings ranges from about $5-10 for a weekend campout
to about $50 to $100 for Council Level Camps.
This pays for food and admission/activity fees. Permission slips are handed
out for each outing and they must be turned in with payment by the deadline date
to the Den Leader. The Den Leader
will forward the money along with the Depositor Request Money Form to the
Treasure and the permission slips to the Outings Coordinator. In most cases, fees are non refundable once
the Pack has spent the money for food or fees.
In the cases of families that have multiple children that are
in different Dens and the family only wishes to write one check, the money should
go to the Den Leader of the eldest child and this entry should be reflected on the
Depositor Request Money Form. Permission
slips will go to the appropriate Den Leader.
The Outings Coordinator is responsible for filing a tour permit,
arranging payments (i.e. to Council for use of Council Facilities), and providing
the contact information to all parties involved if needed. Outings Coordinator will forward the tour permit,
permission slips, and any other paperwork necessary to the individual running the
outing.
Den
Outings (Den)
The cost of these outings cost little to no money. Permission slips are handed out for each outing
and they must be turned in with any payment by the deadline date to the Den Leader. The Den Leader will forward the money, if any,
along with the Depositor Request Money Form to the Treasure and keep the
permission slips. The Den Leader is responsible
for filing and keeping a tour permit. A blanket
permission slip may be filled out and kept on file with the Den Leader but must
be updated annually like the medical forms for Den level meetings and events. In most cases, fees are non refundable once
the Den has spent the money for food, supplies or fees.
Boys enjoy visiting museums, business establishments, parks, and other attractions. Here are some suggestions:
· How Things Are Made - Visit manufacturing plants such as aircraft, automotive, appliance, or electronic firms; chemical, paper, plastic, paint, furniture, or toy plants; and handicrafts or other small-craft industries.
· How Your City Runs - Visit power, water, and sewage plants; a gas company; police and fire stations; city hall; municipal buildings; the county jail; a telephone company; the post office; the Red Cross; hospitals; newspaper plants; and radio, television, and weather stations.
· How Your City Is Fed - Visit truck and dairy farms, flour mills, and bakeries; food processing, canning, or bottling plants; stockyards and meat or poultry packing houses; a fish hatchery; beverage, candy, and ice-cream companies; markets; and food distributors.
· Learn About Your Heritage - Visit art galleries, museums, and memorials; celebrated old homes, monuments, and other historic sites; places of worship; civic centers; important local buildings; summer theaters and band concerts; and local historical celebrations.
When these field trips
are coordinated with the monthly theme or activity badge, they can help bring learning
to life by allowing boys to experience firsthand the things they have been learning
about.
"Go See It"
In keeping with the
Tiger Cub motto "Search, Discover, Share," Tiger Cubs and their adult
partners should go on a Go See It outing each month. The Go See It may fulfill part
of a Tiger Cub advancement requirement. By going on these outings, Tiger Cubs can
learn about such things as their community or nearby communities, places where adults
work, community services (fire, police, hospital, etc.), nature centers, animal
care facilities, and other places of interest to young boys.
A well-planned Go See
It will benefit everyone involved, providing an opportunity for boys and adults
to acquire new interests and knowledge; develop a deeper understanding of and respect
for other people; reinforce their attitudes of good citizenship, such as courtesy
and kindness; and have fun.
Hikes
A hike is a journey
on foot, usually with a purpose, a route, and a destination. Tiger Cub and Cub Scout
dens will enjoy short hikes, and Webelos dens will have several opportunities for
taking hikes related to activity badge requirements.
Here are some suggestions for different types of hikes:
·
Homes Hike - Look for spider webs, nests,
holes, and other homes in nature. Make a list.
·
Stop, Look, and Listen Hike - Hike for a specified
length of time or for a certain number of steps. Then stop and write down all that
you see and hear. Make several stops.
·
Puddle Hike - Hike in a gentle rain or just
after a rain, with boys wearing appropriate rain gear. See how animals and insects
take cover from the weather.
·
Penny Hike - Flip a coin to see which direction
you will go. Flip the coin at each intersection or fork in the road or trail.
·
Color Hike - Look for objects of preselected
colors. Make a list.
·
Historical Hike - Hike to an historical spot.
Know the history before going on the hike.
·
City Hike - Look for scraps of nature between
cracks in the sidewalk. Look at the buildings for various architectural details—carvings,
cornices, etc. A vacant lot can provide a lot of interest; even one overturned rock
can reveal surprises.
Games and Sports
Outdoor games and sports
provide opportunities for teaching boys skills of good sportsmanship, including
following rules, taking turns and sharing, getting along with others, and fair play.
They provide the opportunity for every Cub Scout to learn the basic skills of a
sport, game, or competition while learning good sportsmanship and habits of personal
fitness in an environment where participation and doing one's best are more important
than winning.
For suggestions and
instructions on games that could be played outside, see the Cub Scout Leader
How-To Book and the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program Guide.
[RI10] Disclaimer: Any issue not addressed by this packet or changes
to the by-laws will be decided by majority vote of the Pack Committee. Any changes or decisions by the Pack Committee
require the approval of the COR. The COR,
when in agreement with the Chartered Organization, has full veto power on any changes
or modifications. Federal, State, Local laws,
along with Church and Boys Scout of America Policies supersedes any item contained
in this packet to include any decision made by the Pack Committee. The Pack by-laws and Parent packet must be reviewed
and reaccepted prior to September 1st of each Scouting year.
COR: _________________________________/___/___
Cub Master: ___________________________/___/____
PCC: ________________________________/___/____
[RI1]We haven’t paid for leader training.
[RI2]Refreshments are the concession folks not the Pinewood Derby Guys.
[RI3]I suggest T-Shirts only for Tiger cubs.
[RI4]Suggest rewording to Committee Chair, Cubmaster and Den Leaders are required to wear a uniform, other adult leaders are encouraged.
[RI5]All this needs to be discussed.
[RI6]Not sure if this is true and really don’t want to look it up.
[RI7]No idea what the heck this says.
[RI8]I don’t like this statement. Everyone is entitled to express their opinion as long as it’s done politely and with the intent to better the pack.
[RI9]Really?
[RI10]I think all of this should be removed. They are good ideas but not really a ‘by-law’