Is Your Child Interested in Scouting?
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Joining scouts is a big decision for you, your child, and your family. Please take some time to browse our website and see what our program offers. Remember, we offer programming for boys & girls ages 11-17. We want to do whatever we can to help you make an informed decision.
If you have any questions. please email: scouting@troop641.org. To register, go to beascout.org
Our Promise
Our promise is that your child will have fun, will be active, and will learn new skills that will prepare them for the the future.
Sincerely,
Troop 641 Leadership Team
Program Costs
Program Costs
Scouts will need to register with Scouting America and the troop annually. National & regional registration fees cost $97 per scout starting October 1, 2024. The troop also charges $75. The troop fund covers equipment costs and operational costs for the unit. Additional fees may be requested for specific campouts and outings such as summer camp. Scouts have many opportunities to fundraise to cover expenses and there are opportunities to get financial support if your family needs it. We want you child to be able to be in the program regardless of the costs.
What does your $97 buy?
Simply put, the Scouts BSA National Council provides program materials and support for 280 local councils that administer the Scouting program, with each covering a specific geographic area. The following are the key functions of the national council:
Provide liability insurance to registered adult members, local councils, chartered organizations and the national organization.
Provide technological platforms for the Scouting movement.
Set and maintain program standards (e.g., Advancement, health and safety, etc.) to ensure consistency of the brand throughout councils across the country.
Maintain communication with chartered organizations that use the Scouting program (religious institutions, civic organizations, labor unions, professional organizations, business, and industry)
Where to Purchase
Bay-Lakes Scout Shop
2555 Northern Road
Appleton, WI 54914
Online:
https://www.scoutshop.org/uniforms/cub-scouts.html
If you go to the scout scout shop in-person, just let the associate know what grade your child is in and they will take care of the rest!
Uniform Checklist: https://www.scoutshop.org/checklist
Uniform Basics (~$60)
Each Scout is required to purchase and wear the following:
Youth Uniform Shirt
Scout World Crest Patch
Troop Numerals (Provided by the Troop)
Neckerchief
Neckerchief Slide
Sash (once merit badges are earned)
Optional Uniform Items
Scouting Hat
Green Scout Pants
Items you don't need to buy
Rank Advancement Patches
Merit Badge Patches
Wearing the Uniform
In general, every Scout should wear their uniform to all Scouting activities, including Troop meetings, unit outings, and any activities.
When playing sports, going to camp, or participating in other physical activities, scouts may wear theur activity shirt. These are sometimes referred to as Class B Uniforms. The Troop offers these for sale annually.
Here are some tips for wearing the uniform:
DO keep the uniform clean and in good repair. The official uniform is a sturdy, machine-washable garment that will last for years with proper care.
DO be sure to wear the complete uniform. A Scout wearing a uniform with parts missing is not in uniform.
DO NOT wear non-Scouting America badges, awards, or insignia on the Scout uniform or make any alterations to the uniform or insignia.
DO NOT mix uniform parts with non-uniform clothing, such as wearing a uniform cap with other clothing or wearing the uniform shirt with blue jeans. The uniform should be treated as a unit—worn in its entirety, or not at all.
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