Packmaster is the Database Management Software used by leaders to record and track the cub advancements. The advancement chair will synchronize it with Scouting America's (SA) Scoutbook Plus before every pack meeting.
Scoutbook Plus is the website used by Scouting America (SA) to record and track your child's scouting career. This is the official record showing all the ranks and awards they've earned. All parents are invited to create an account. The Pack reports to and updates thIs site before each pack meeting. If you have any questions about your scout's progress, please speak with the Advancement Chair.
My.Scouting.Org is the website for parents and adult leaders. All registered parents and adult leaders must create an account. Here is where training courses in all areas of scouting can be found and where you can track your training, unit position status, Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) status & expiration date.
On Scouting is a great resource for activities, tips, shopping and so much more.
Uniforms and Handbooks can be purchased at the Miami Scout Shop.
Troop 599 specific uniform items such as unit number, neckerchiefs, class-B shirts and troop swag can be purchased from our partners at R&L Printing.
The proper placement of uniform patches and insignia is important!
Youth Uniforms - The uniform is one of the methods of delivering the Scouting program. In addition to creating a sense of belonging, the uniform gives a Scout the ability to display their personal achievements.
Training
Adult Training - The better trained all adults and leaders are, the better the scouting experience is for all, especially the Cubs! Some training is required for all adults interacting with the scouts regardless whether they are a leader or not, others are required for leaders, and many are optional but encourage for all.
All adult leaders are first required to take Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT). When that is completed, training for other positions in Cub Scouting is available on-line.
Here are some samples, please explore the catalog and avail yourself of ll the training.
Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) - Required for all parents and adult leaders
Trained Leader Requirements - Here are the requirements
Position Specific Training - Required by your position e.g. Cubmaster, Committee Chair, etc.
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) - Required for overnight camping
Safe Swim Defense - Required to participate in Swimming Activities
Safety Afloat - Required to participate in paddle sports(canoeing, kayaking, etc)
Hazardous Weather Training - Required for all outoor activities
All training can be accessed through your My.Scouting.org account.
Recognition
Recognition of Leaders, Youth and Adults that support scouting and the scouting ideals by their actions, by training and by their positive actions are an important part of scouting. We must always take every opportunity to recognize those that make scouting possible.
Important Links
Annual Health & Medical Form Requirements - All Cubbies must have a current (less than a year) medical form on file with the pack.
Social Media:
Keep yourself and your fellow scouts safe. Make sure to checkout the social media page and follow all social media guidelines when posting.