Adventures We Take

Cub Scouting is an active program. Scouts learn by doing, and there's no end to the fun things that Cub Scouts do in their dens, as a pack, and at special events. With activities held at every level, Cub Scouting provides a year-round program of fun and learning for Scouts and their families. The following is a portion of activities we do.

Camping

Camping takes you on exciting adventures into the natural world. You'll learn to live with others in the out-of-doors. You'll learn to be a good citizen of the outdoors.

Camping is fun, and it's good for your mind, body, and spirit. It helps you learn to rely on yourself - on your own skills and knowledge. When you go camping as a Cub Scout, you get skills you will learn and use more later with BSA Scouts.

Cub Scout camping has day camps, resident camps, and pack overnighters.

Summer Day Camps

Summer day camp is organized by our Council - Rainbow Council, usually during June and July after kids get out of school. The program typically runs from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm for a week at location throughout our Council. Campers do not stay overnight. Over this week kids rotate through various activities including knife safety, engineering, leatherwork, cooking, knots & lashings, racing, skit practice, soap carving, kickball, archery, and bb range, just to name a few. It is super fun and not to be missed. Visit this website for more information.

Summer Overnight Camp

Cub Scout Family Camping is a council organized, theme-oriented overnight camping program. It operates for at least two nights and is conducted under certified leadership at RSR (Morris, IL). Scouts camps with their parent or guardian with them on these campouts.For more information and upcoming schedule, check the Incoming 1st-3rd Graders and Incoming 4th-5th Graders website.

Pack Overnighter

Our Pack organizes an overnight campout for families locally in the Fall.

Racing

Racing in a Cub Scout derby is great fun. You'll get to design your racing vehicle, work with a parent to build it, and see it perform on race day. Win or lose, you'll take pride in having done your best. When you race in a Cub Scout derby, you learn craft skills, the rules of fair play, and good sportsmanship, things you will remember all your life.

The main types of derbies are the pinewood derby, raingutter regatta, space derby, and Cubmobile derby.

Pinewood Derby

The pinewood derby is one of the most popular and successful family activities in Cub Scouting. Pinewood derby cars are small wooden models that Cub Scouts make with help from their families. Then they race the cars in competition. The cars are powered by gravity and run down a track. Every scout can design and build their own "grand prix" car to enter in the race.

Raingutter Regatta

In the raingutter regatta, boats race down a narrow channel. These wind-powered sailboat are designed by the scouts, with the boats are blown down the channel.

Scouting for Food

Scouting for Food is a nationwide service project focused on helping families in need. Cub Scouts collect nonperishable food donations from neighbors in our community. The collected food is delivered to Frankfort Food Pantry to support those facing food insecurity. This event teaches Scouts the importance of service and helping others. Scouting for Food is a powerful example of Scouts living out the value of doing a good turn.

Fall Fest Parade

The annual Fall Fest Labor Day attracts over 10s of thousands attendees including local community residents as well as friends and family from areas far beyond Frankfort. Our Cub Scouts start this parade carrying flags for each of the fifty states.

Blue and Gold

The Blue and Gold Banquet is a special celebration honoring the anniversary of Cub Scouting. It brings together Scouts, families, and leaders for a festive meal and program. During the banquet, we recognize achievements, rank advancements, and special milestones. The event reflects on the past year’s adventures while celebrating the Scouting journey ahead. It is one of the most meaningful traditions in Cub Scouting.

Bear Carnival

The Bear Carnival is a signature Cub Scout event planned and led by our Bear Scouts. Each Bear den designs and runs a carnival-style game for the rest of the Pack to enjoy. This event highlights leadership, creativity, and teamwork as the Bears take responsibility for hosting. Younger Scouts get to experience a fun, interactive carnival created just for them. The Bear Carnival is a favorite tradition that celebrates growth and confidence in our older Cub Scouts.

Earth Day

Earth Day is an opportunity for Cub Scouts to learn about caring for the environment through hands-on activities. Scouts participate in projects such as park cleanups, recycling efforts, or nature-based crafts. The event helps reinforce the importance of conservation and being responsible stewards of the outdoors. Scouts learn that small actions can make a big difference in their community. Earth Day activities align closely with Scouting values of service and respect for nature.

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