{"id":3775,"date":"2023-08-17T13:31:26","date_gmt":"2023-08-17T18:31:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.pack90austin.org\/?page_id=3775"},"modified":"2026-08-17T15:18:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-17T20:18:03","slug":"new-scout-info","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pack90austin.org\/?page_id=3775","title":{"rendered":"Join Pack90!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-custom-scout-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-4eef880481c864dd0f1ae7dc3f050e2b\" id=\"5-meetings-time-commitment-amp-cost-\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:14px;border-top-right-radius:14px;border-bottom-left-radius:14px;border-bottom-right-radius:14px\"><strong>How to join pack90<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"7-here-is-how-you-can-enroll-your-scouts-in-pack-90-austincompletely-online-mobile-friendly\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joining is as easy as 123!<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reach out and say hi<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fill out <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSc4kpKY2rTDZUIqL_DrfT8X2n_L4-sNqqja_xvfjxE3S9XAjA\/viewform\">our new scout intake form<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re not sure scouting is for you just yet, please reach out- You can absolutely attend a den meeting before proceeding with the below steps!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Register &amp; pay <\/strong>$<strong>85 with <a href=\"https:\/\/my.scouting.org\/online-registration\/321111db-27c5-47c4-ba18-e727a5a66ae0\/applicant-type\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/my.scouting.org\/online-registration\/321111db-27c5-47c4-ba18-e727a5a66ae0\/applicant-type\">Scouting America<\/a><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In this process you&#8217;ll be registering your <em>Scout<\/em> not yourself!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pay the $60 annual fee to Pack90<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We&#8217;ll reach out to collect this fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purchase&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/pack90austin.org\/?product=pack-90-closet-shirt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pack 90 Closet Shirt<\/a>(s) from the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/pack90austin.org\/?page_id=3934\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PACK STORE<\/a>.<\/strong> \n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Or you can purchase&nbsp;a uniform from the Scout Shop at I35 and Parmer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subscribe to <\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/calendar.google.com\/calendar\/u\/2?cid=YXVzdGlucGFjazkwQGdtYWlsLmNvbQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pack Google calendar<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1xZPIEUmAerCW20oxBCAC29yS0aHb_f3_\/edit?usp=sharing&amp;ouid=117473595399467072623&amp;rtpof=true&amp;sd=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">papercopy&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bookmark the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/pack90austin.org\/?page_id=4040\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Website Events<\/a>&nbsp;page regularly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Join&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/scoutbook.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Scoutbook<\/a>&nbsp;and add the&nbsp;APP to your phone.&nbsp;<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ScoutBook is the offical app of Scouting America- All of Pack90&#8217;s events will be listed there. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take Youth Protection Training<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scouting America Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) is required for all adults participating in overnight Pack activities. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To take SYT, go to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.scouting.org\/training\/youth-protection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scouting.org<\/a>&nbsp;and click on the \u201cNew to Scouting\u201d link and take the Safeguarding Youth training.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Email <a href=\"mailto:leadership@pack90austin.org\">leadership@pack90austin.org<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-custom-scout-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-c80dbbc519d5a29653f671d3b5d8c62e\" id=\"0-why-join-cub-scouts-\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:14px;border-top-right-radius:14px;border-bottom-left-radius:14px;border-bottom-right-radius:14px\"><strong>why join Cub scouts?<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you sign your child up for Cub Scouts, they\u2019ll benefit from these four key character-building attributes while having a great time and meeting new friends:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Goal Orientation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Preparedness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fellowship<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div style=\"--ub-icon-rotation:rotate(0deg);--ub-icon-size:40px;--ub-icon-justification:center;--ub-icon-border-top:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-right:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-bottom:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-left:  undefined\" class=\"wp-block-ub-icon\" id=\"ub-icon-\"><div class=\"ub_icon\"><div class=\"ub_icon_wrapper\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 576 512\"><path d=\"M0 117.66v346.32c0 11.32 11.43 19.06 21.94 14.86L160 416V32L20.12 87.95A32.006 32.006 0 0 0 0 117.66zM192 416l192 64V96L192 32v384zM554.06 33.16L416 96v384l139.88-55.95A31.996 31.996 0 0 0 576 394.34V48.02c0-11.32-11.43-19.06-21.94-14.86z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-custom-scout-gold-color has-custom-scout-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-ddeff3665361adcff173f5f742919b20 wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:14px;border-top-right-radius:14px;border-bottom-left-radius:14px;border-bottom-right-radius:14px\"><strong>Any child K-5 can join Cub Scouts! That include boys, girls and anyone else interested in Scouting!<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"1-mission-of-scouting-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mission of Scouting<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;mission of Scouting America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout&nbsp;Oath and Law, and this begins in Cub Scouts. Our motto is : Do Your Best! It means growing and aspiring to be better as we face life&#8217;s challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are four aims of Scouting: citizenship, character, personal fitness, and leadership.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"2-age-based-activities-and-challenges-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Age-Based Activities and Challenges<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Cub Scouting, kids go through different age-based ranks (Lion, Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.scouting.org\/programs\/cub-scouts\/adventures\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.scouting.org\/programs\/cub-scouts\/adventures\/\">Each rank challenges youth to complete Adventures<\/a> tailored to their specific age group, completing activities with other kids their age, experiencing a new set of challenges each year. They also have opportunities to have fun&nbsp;alongside older and younger Scouts. This happens in packs and dens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Scouts have fun, make friends and experience adventures while building character, improving physical fitness, and developing a spirit of community service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"3-pack-90s-program-is-a-family-program-which-means-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pack 90&#8217;s Program is a Family Program which means:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-1-font-size\">Cub Scouts is a volunteer-led, family experience that utilizes the talents and experience of the local community.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-custom-1-font-size\">All family members are invited to participate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"4-outdoor-activities-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Outdoor Activities<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cub Scouting is more than meetings! You can\u2019t spell \u201cScouting\u201d without \u201couting\u201d!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Typical monthly activities can include: Campouts and hikes, Field trips, Family activities, and Community Service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-base-color has-custom-scout-navy-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-4dcd30519c6d737ff040587e689453e1\" id=\"5-meetings-time-commitment-amp-cost-\" style=\"border-top-left-radius:14px;border-top-right-radius:14px;border-bottom-left-radius:14px;border-bottom-right-radius:14px\"><strong>Meetings, Time Commitment &amp; Cost<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-3a88641f wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><div style=\"--ub-icon-rotation:rotate(0deg);--ub-icon-size:40px;--ub-icon-justification:center;--ub-icon-border-top:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-right:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-bottom:  undefined;--ub-icon-border-left:  undefined\" class=\"wp-block-ub-icon\" id=\"ub-icon-\"><div class=\"ub_icon\"><div class=\"ub_icon_wrapper\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M507.31 84.69L464 41.37c-6-6-14.14-9.37-22.63-9.37H288V16c0-8.84-7.16-16-16-16h-32c-8.84 0-16 7.16-16 16v16H56c-13.25 0-24 10.75-24 24v80c0 13.25 10.75 24 24 24h385.37c8.49 0 16.62-3.37 22.63-9.37l43.31-43.31c6.25-6.26 6.25-16.38 0-22.63zM224 496c0 8.84 7.16 16 16 16h32c8.84 0 16-7.16 16-16V384h-64v112zm232-272H288v-32h-64v32H70.63c-8.49 0-16.62 3.37-22.63 9.37L4.69 276.69c-6.25 6.25-6.25 16.38 0 22.63L48 342.63c6 6 14.14 9.37 22.63 9.37H456c13.25 0 24-10.75 24-24v-80c0-13.25-10.75-24-24-24z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">If the below fees represent a hardship for you or your Scout, please reach out to austinpack90@gmail.com &#8211; We want every Scout to be able to participate and can provide financial assistance. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-custom-1-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cub Scouts meet twice monthly for an hour each<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-custom-1-font-size\"><strong>Pack Meetings (all scouts) <\/strong>&#8211; generally, the third tuesday of each month<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-custom-1-font-size\"><strong>Den Meetings (Grade\/Rank Specific)<\/strong> &#8211; date chosen by the den leader<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 id=\"6-annual-fee-summary-\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Annual Fee Summary<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$155 for Scouts (Kinder &#8211; 5th)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>This Annual Fee covers: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Pack Meeting supplies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Subsidized camping<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Pinewood Derby Kits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Patches, Awards, Adventure loops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/564\/Calendar\/Embed?filter-event-type%5B%5D=event&amp;filter-event-type%5B%5D=meeting&amp;filter-event-type%5B%5D=holiday&amp;filter-district%5B%5D=1522&amp;_gl=1*10q9e8w*_gcl_au*NzUzMTUxNzg2LjE3ODY5OTUyMTY.*_ga*MTUwNzY0NjIzNi4xNzg2OTk1MjE2*_ga_6L7HJN7E32*czE3ODY5OTUyMTUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY5OTUyMTUkajYwJGwwJGgw\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/scoutingevent.com\/564\/Calendar\/Embed?filter-event-type%5B%5D=event&amp;filter-event-type%5B%5D=meeting&amp;filter-event-type%5B%5D=holiday&amp;filter-district%5B%5D=1522&amp;_gl=1*10q9e8w*_gcl_au*NzUzMTUxNzg2LjE3ODY5OTUyMTY.*_ga*MTUwNzY0NjIzNi4xNzg2OTk1MjE2*_ga_6L7HJN7E32*czE3ODY5OTUyMTUkbzEkZzAkdDE3ODY5OTUyMTUkajYwJGwwJGgw\">access to scout council events<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">CubScout Rank Handbook<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong>Uniforms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Uniforms are <em>encouraged<\/em> but not required.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\">A Cub Scout Shirt from CSA Store is ~$60, however the Pack 90 closet has a supply of used shirts for $25 which also unlocks the ability to trade up to another size for free when your Scout outgrows their current uniform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Additional Fees throughout the Scouting Year<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Additional Fees throughout the year if you choose to attend these optional events include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Campouts Range between $10 and $20 per person and include food<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Museum\/Zoo\/Special Location campouts can range from $30-$80 depending on the venuew<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Blue &amp; Gold Banquet is $10-15<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">Additional events vary based on the venue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li style=\"font-size:14px\">If your family decline to participate in annual popcorn fundraising, we do offer a $150 buyout option<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to join pack90 Joining is as easy as 123! Email leadership@pack90austin.org with any questions. why join Cub scouts? When you sign your child up for Cub Scouts, they\u2019ll benefit from these four key character-building attributes while having a great time and meeting new friends: Any child K-5 can join Cub Scouts! 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