Volunteering with Pack 599

Pack 599 relies on parent volunteers to have a successful Cub Scout program. The pack does not go if adults don't help. Our philosophy is many hands make light work!

Since parents turn over every 3-4 years with graduating to Boy Scouts or moving out of the area, all units must constantly recruit new parents.

All parents must create a my.scouting.org account and take Youth Protection Training so you're ready to step in when asked.

In a couple of years, it will be your pack

It doesn't take long to attain "veteran" status, and the people in positions of responsibility as den leaders and committee members now will be mostly gone in 1-2 years. The pack will need many of you to make the pack go. Most roles have a short learning curve. All that's needed is an open mind and willingness to serve the youth.

About Religion and Adult Leaders

The Boy Scouts of America officially recognizes faith in God as a core piece of the Scouting program. The Scouting program is non-sectarian, but units observe religious faith according to the chartering organization and their own beliefs. Pack 599 adds an Islamic character to all activities, including prayers and participation in Islamic services.

We welcome all faith groups in our pack, and no one is required to take part in distinctly Islamic ceremonies or activities in conflict with their personal beliefs (per the BSA Charter and Bylaws).

Conversely, all adults associated with the pack are asked to maintain a supportive or neutral orientation towards Islamic teachings on faith and morals during official Scouting activities and interactions with the boys.

Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders

Being a den leader can be daunting, but it is the most consequential role as far as the boys are concerned. Without a den leader, the den will eventually disband.

Sometimes two parents will agree to be co-leaders. This takes some pressure off the main person.

BSA and the pack support our den leaders. New den leaders should:

  • Complete den leader training at my.scouting.org

  • Get the den leader guide for your rank. These walk you through being a den leader and include plans that tell you exactly what to do for each meeting

  • Attend Council-wide training (Pow-Wow in the fall and University of Scouting in the spring).

  • Ask the pack leadership for help when needed

Pack Leadership Positions

  • Cubmaster

  • Assistant Cubmaster

  • Lion Den Leader and assistant

  • Tiger Den Leader and assistant

  • Wolf Den Leader and assistant

  • Bear Den Leader and assistant

  • Webelos Den Leader and assistant

  • Arrow of Light Den Leader and assistant

Committee Members

The pack's administrative duties are spread to as many adults as possible to prevent burn-out of any one leader. Keeping these positions filled are vital to having a functioning pack and allowing the Cubmaster to focus on the program.

Most committee positions do not require Youth Protection Training, although there is committee member training at my.scouting.org.

Parents Committee Positions

  • Committee chair

  • Secretary

  • Advancement chair

  • Derby chair

  • Fundraising chair (the Popcorn Kernel)

  • Membership chair

  • Outings chair

  • Religious emblems chair

  • STEM activities chair

  • Treasurer

  • Webmaster

Ad-Hoc Volunteer Opportunities

These are temporary positions focused on a one-time event. These are a great way to help out with no long term commitment.

Ad-Hoc Positions

  • Blue & Gold Banquet coordinator

  • Twilight Camp coordinator

  • Resident Camp coordinator

  • Family Camp coordinator

  • Camp fundraising coordinator (the Camp Card Captain)

  • Raingutter Regatta coordinator

  • Space Derby coordinator

  • Scouting for Food coordinator

  • Ramadan decoration coordinator

  • Parents needed to judge derby cars, boats and rockets