Parent Participation in Pack 133
Scouting aims to foster positive interaction between parents and children. There is no substitute for active parent participation, and your child's success in scouting requires it. Yes, this takes time, but your efforts will be rewarded by the growth you see in your child, and by the shared adventures you have as a family. As a member of Pack 133, you will be supported by our community of families and the Pack and Den leaders.
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In Cub Scouts, it is the job of parents, supported by the Den Leaders, to bring the Scout through the various requirements in the handbook so that he or she can move to the next level. Tiger, Wolf, and Bear Cubs, particularly, will need adult assistance at home to achieve their goals. Den meetings alone will not cover all of the tasks required for advancement.
Ways to Participate
Parent involvement comes in many forms to fit your schedule and interests:​
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Attend Meetings
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Pack Meetings: Monthly events withy games, learning & advancement activities, and awards.​
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Den Meetings: Rank-specific meetings held on a monthly basis, and involve learning and development to help scouts advance.
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Help at Activities: Plan and set up meetings, and assist with camping trips, food drives, and events like the Pinewood Derby.​
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Take on a Volunteer Role: Become a Den Leader, Event Coordinator, or member of the pack leadership team. No experience, no problem! Training and support are provided.
What We Ask of Parents
In addition to helping your scout complete their advancement requirements, our pack asks each family to commit to one of our volunteer roles each year, or join the leadership corps as a pack committee member or scout leader. We are 100% volunteer run, we depend on families to make our activities a success. Our activities are a lot of fun but take volunteers to make them successful. More to the point, it takes you to make them successful. It is normal to be reluctant to commit to something new, but our Pack leadership and your fellow parents will help you with ideas, training, and support. You can be a Den leader! You can lead an event! All it takes is the willingness to take the daring leap forward. Your kids will love your involvement, and carry their memories of scouting with you for a lifetime! We will be asking for everyone to help out at least a little or to take on a small task so that the work is shared.
Parent Training
We believe that every Cub Scout deserves a well-trained leader. Scouting is an excellent learning organization for the parents as well as the Scouts, and you don't need a background in scouting to get started. The Marin Scout Council provides Den and Pack Leader training courses open to all parents in the Spring and Fall. We need trained people to go on our camping trips and conduct our activities. We also encourage all parents to take the free online Youth Protection course, which is mandated for all our official pack leaders.
Insurance
Cub Scout activities are covered by BSA insurance. Coverage begins upon receipt of the Cub’s application to join the pack and receipt of the Cub’s registration fee by the Marin Council. Field trips and outings in private automobiles are covered as long as a Local Tour Permit Application has been filed by the Pack or Den with Marin Council prior to the trip.