• Your time is valuable. More than ever, today’s families strive to find quality time to spend together. Cub Scouting helps to support your family by providing ready-made opportunities for you and your child to do things together.

• Cub Scout-age children benefit developmentally from belonging to a group of Scouts their own age. Through this sense of belonging, children build self-esteem and learn to get along with others.

• As a parent, you want to be assured that the groups that your child joins will teach values consistent with good citizenship, character development, and physical fitness. The Boy Scouts of America has been weaving these lifetime values into fun and educational activities since 1910.

• In a society where your Scout is taught that winning is everything, Cub Scouting teaches Scouts to “do their best” and to be helpful to others

• Scouting teaches family values and works to strengthen your relationship with your child. Scouting activities can bring added value to the time you already have with your Scout.

• Scouts will learn to live by the code of “On my honor.”But we know that children do not join Cub Scouting just to get their character built. Scouts join because it is fun! And fun is at the heart of everything Cub Scouts do, from exploring natural habitats, to building modelcars and robots to trying sports like archery or telling stories around a campfre. Children in Cub Scouting

might be learning great lessons, but they’re far too busy having fun to notice.

How Does Cub Scouting Work?One unique thing about Cub Scouting is that you, as the Scout’sfamily, join in on the program with your Scout, and you will help them along the way. Cub Scouting exists to support your family and help enrich your family time together. Scouts have a different handbook at each grade level, with adventures that are age-appropriate for their developmental level. As your Scout advances through these books by working on adventures with you, they will earn badges and other recognition that they can wear on their uniform. Your child’s success in Cub Scoutingdepends on you!

The Cub Scouting program takes place at two levels. YourScout will be a part of a den, a small group of boys or girls in the same grade level who usually meet weekly. All dens, from grades Kindergarten through 5, make up a pack. Once a month, the dens, with their families, are together at the pack meeting, where Scouts show off the new skills they have learned during the month and are recognized for the badges they have earned. All children, when they join, earn the Bobcat badge first. Your den leader will show you how.

Why Join Cub Scouts?

Dens

Pack Meetings

The Lion (Kindergarten) and Tiger (Grade 1) DensParents are most involved at the Lion and Tiger level. The Scout and their

parent or guardian join the den together and attend all meetings and activities together. The den is made up of three to eight of these parent-child teams.

Each den also has a den leader (usually one of the parents) who helps coordinate the meetings. The parent-child teams take turns running the

activities and planning meetings with the den leader. The den usually meets weekly either at the homes of host parent-child teams or at a designated

facility; participates in adventures, some of which involve outings; and attends the monthly pack meeting.

The Wolf (Grade 2) and Bear (Grade 3) DensParents are vital to the Cub Scout dens, both in the role of home support andto help the den leader. Children at this age are beginning to be more independent, and not every Scout needs a parent at every meeting. The den consists of four to eight Scouts, a den leader and assistant den leader (usually parents of some of the Scouts), and often a den chief (an older Scout or Venturer who helps the den leader). They usually meet once a week at a regularly scheduled time and place, and they also attend the pack meeting with their families.

The Webelos Scout Den (Grades 4 and 5)The Webelos den is much like the Wolf and Bear dens, but there is more

emphasis on the Scouts learning to take leadership roles and preparing to join Scouts, BSA.

The Cub Scout pack is made up of all the dens, which meet monthly at the pack meeting, led by theCubmaster. This is the climax of the weekly den meetings and activities. There are games, skits, songs,ceremonies, and presentations of badges that Scouts earned during that month. This is where families—notjust parents, but siblings, too—can see the achievements of their Cub Scout.The pack, including families, also participates in other special events throughout the year, including:• Pinewood Derby®—You can build and race a model car with

your Scout.• Blue and Gold Banquet—Cub Scouting’s birthday party—for all

pack members and their families— takes place in February.• Camping—Overnight and day camp opportunities introduce your

family to the camping experience.• Service projects—Packs may participate in food drives,

conservation projects, or other community activities.• Field Trips and Special Outings—Den outings are a great way to

learn more about the people and places in your community.

How Can YOU Help?

Pack Committee

The most important help that you, as a parent, can give your Scout is to work with them on their Cub Scouting adventures and help them achieve their badge of rank. The handbook is full of age-appropriate activities that you will enjoy doing together at home. When your Scout completes a project, it is your responsibility to sign their book to verify that they have done their best. This will help the den leader know that he or she can sign off on that part of your Scout’s rank requirements and arrange for recognition for heir efforts. And then it is all important for you to attend the monthly pack meeting with our Scout, so you can celebrate their achievement. Your role as a parent is the secret to a successful Cub Scouting program!

The den and the pack also rely on parent participation to run a successful program. Cub Scoutingoperates through volunteer leadership. Consider volunteering as a member of the pack leadership team.Volunteer leaders are an example of Scouting’s principle of service to others. By volunteering in Scouting,you are also giving your Scout the gift of your time. What could be more valuable? You will have anopportunity to be a positive influence in their life and in the lives of their friends. Here are some of the waysyou could volunteer:• Den leader - Leads the den at weekly den and monthly pack meetings. Attends the monthly pack

committee meeting.• Cubmaster -Helps plan and carry out the pack program with the help of the pack committee. Emcees

the monthly pack meeting and attends the pack committee meeting.

Every Cub Scout parent or guardian is invited to become a member of the pack committee. Pack committee members perform administrative functions of the pack. The committee meets monthly and includes the responsibilities below.

• Committee Chairman - Presides at all pack committee meetings. Helps recruit adult leaders and attends the monthly pack meeting and pack committee meeting.

• Advancement Chairman - Maintains advancement records for the pack. Orders and obtains all badges and insignia. Attends the monthly pack meeting and pack committee meeting.

• New Member Coordinator - Manages the transition of new Scouts into the pack and coordinates orientation for new Scouting families. Responsible for the marketing and recruiting initiatives of the pack, as well as the growth and retention of the unit.

• Secretary/treasurer - Keeps all records for the pack, including pack bank account, fnancial records, etc. Attends the monthly pack meeting and pack committee meeting.

• Pack trainer - Coordinates training for adults. Promotes leader training and roundtable meeting attendance. Attends the monthly pack meeting and pack committee meeting.

TrainingThe Boy Scouts of America offers convenient training for parents who volunteer to serve as leaders. As anew parent, you can learn all about Cub Scouting and how quality Scouting programs are built at the packlevel. Log on to My.Scouting.org and create an account to gain access to all available training content. Formore information about training at all levels of the program, go to www.scouting.org/training.

We encourage all parents to take the BSA’s Youth Protection training, which is required for all adultleaders. To find out more about the Youth Protection policies of the Boy Scouts of America and how tohelp Scouting keep your family safe, see the Parent’s Guide in any of the Cub Scouting or Boy Scoutinghandbooks, or go to www.scouting.org/Training/YouthProtection.aspx. Completion of the “Exercises inPersonal Safety Awareness” in the Parent Guide with your Scout is a requirement for rank advancement.Locally, the Glacier’s Edge Council offers indoor and outdoor training in each district two times a year.Find below this year’s fall dates for indoor and outdoor training.

For more information, check out the Training Hub at glaciersedge.orgPOSITION TRAINING

Oct 1 & Nov 5 - 7pm - St. John’s Lutheran Church Prairie du Sac *must attend both meetings to be trained

Nov 7 - University of Scouting - 8am - 4pm

Nov 9 - Eagle Inn Prairie du Sac - 9am-4pm

March 24, 2021- Mohawk - 8am-12pm

March 24, 2021- Reedsburg - 9am-4pm

For Up to Date Information on Training, Visit: https://glaciersedge.org/1233https://glaciersedge.org/1233

Dates and Location Subject to Change Due to COVID 19

OUTDOOR TRAINING

Sept 26-27Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

N6960 County GMauston, WI 53948Starts 8am Sept 26

April 24-25, 2021Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

N6960 County GMauston, WI 53948Starts 8am April 24

May 2-3, 2021Camp Indian Trails5801 N River Rd

Janesville, WI 53545

Youth ProtectionChild abuse is a serious problem in our society, and unfortunately, it can occur anywhere, even in Scouting. Youth safety is of paramount importance to Scouting. For that reason, the BSA continues to create barriers to abuse beyond what have previously existed in Scouting.

The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on providing the most secure environmentpossible for its youth members. To maintain such an environment, the BSA has developed numerousprocedural and leadership selection policies, and provides parents and leaders with numerous onlineand print resources for all Scouting programs.

Youth Protection training is required for all BSA registered volunteers. Parents are stronglyencouraged to take Youth Protection training to become familiar with policies, procedures, and

guidelines.

New leaders must complete Youth Protection training prior to registering with the BSA. To take the training, go to My.Scouting.org, and select “Create Account”. From there, follow the on screen instructions for Youth Protection training.

Youth Protection training must be taken every two years. If a volunteer’s Youth Protection training record isnot current at the time of recharter, the volunteer will not be registered.

For more information about Youth Protection, please see BSA’s Youth Protection website atwww.scouting.org/training/youth-protection

Volunteer Incident Report Form: www.scouting.org/flestore/pdf/680-676_WEB.pdf

What Does Scouting Cost?

Trail to Bobcat

One-Time Joining Fee:............................................................................................................$25Registration fee - annual fee for youth and leaders (Sept. through Dec 2021): ................$88Boys’ Life magazine—optional, but strongly recommended (16 monthly issues): .......... $16

Youth Handbooks (Tiger, Wolf, Bear & Webelos): ........………………………………………………….$16.99Lion Kit (Includes Lion Handbook and Parent Guide): ........................................................................$9.99

Adult leaders use one or more of the following resources: the Cub Scout Leader Book, Lion Den Leader Guide, Tiger Den Leader Guide, Wolf Den Leader Guide, Bear Den Leader Guide, and Webelos Den Leader Guide. See your local Scout shop or www.scoutshop.org for prices and a wealth of other resources.

Pack dues—The amount varies by pack, depending on money-earning projects conducted by the pack todecrease the amount needed to run the pack program.

Uniform—The uniform and its cost vary by program for both youth and adult. Uniforms may also bepurchased at your local Scout shop. See www.scoutshop.org for details and current prices.

Friends of Scouting – The $44 paid to join the Boy Scouts of America is not the full cost to participate inScouting. Each family will be asked to make a charitable contribution to support Scouting at some pointduring the year.

Trail to Bobcat______ 1. Learn and say the Scout Oath, with help if needed.______ 2. Learn and say the Scout Law, with help if needed.______ 3. Show the Cub Scout sign. Tell what it means.______ 4. Show the Cub Scout handshake. Tell what it means.______ 5. Say the Cub Scout Motto. Tell what it means.______ 6. Show the Cub Scout Salute. Tell what it means.______ 7. With your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the pamphlet How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse: A Parent’s Guide—Bobcat Requirements.

Pack InformationYour den is in a pack that belongs to an organization chartered by the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) tooperate a Scouting unit (a chartered organization). The chartered organization approves leadership, helpssecure a meeting place, and makes sure that the pack works within the guidelines and policies of theirorganization as well as those of the BSA.

Many volunteers and BSA professionals are interested in the success of your pack. A special volunteerassigned to help your pack is called a commissioner. The commissioner helps the pack provide asuccessful and high-quality program. The commissioner is also the communication link between your packand the local council.

All leaders need training to be effective. The BSA provides both online and instructor-led training for adultvolunteers in how to be a successful leader.

Your district is one of several in the BSA local council. The professional staff at your council service centercan help or will get you in touch with someone who can.

My Scout is in Pack _______, which meets at ______________________ (location) at __________ (time)on ________________________ (day and week of month).

They are in Den _________________, which meets at ________________ (location) at __________ (time)on ________________________ (day of week).

Our pack’s chartered organization is ___________________________________.

Our Leaders Name Phone No. EmailDen leader_____________________________ ____________ ___________________________Committee Chair ________________________ ____________ ___________________________Cubmaster _____________________________ ____________ ___________________________

Our local Council is the Glacier’s Edge Council. Our Council has 2 Service Centers located in Madison andJanesville. Our Council also operates 2 camp properties; Camp Indian Trails, for Cub Scouts andEd Bryant Scout Reservation for Scouts, BSA. GLACIER’S EDGE COUNCIL, BSA

Wall Family Service CenterNational Scout Shop5846 Manufacturers DriveMadison, WI 53704608-273-1005www.glaciersedge.orgwww.facebook.com/GlaciersEdgeBSA

Janesville Service Center Scout Shop5801 North River RoadJanesville, WI 53545608-515-6192

Sale DatesPopcorn Kickoff - August 19 & 20

Popcorn Commitment Forms Due - August 23Show and Sell Orders Due - August 30

Show and Sell Product Pickup - September 18Sale Ends - October 14

Show and Sell Return Deadline - October 16Take Orders Due - October 16

Take Order Product Pickup - October 22-23Prize Orders Due Online - November 13Popcorn Payments Due - November 13

Popcorn KickoffsIt is vital that your unit send representation to the

Annual Popcorn Kickoffs in August. These meetings are designed to get you up to speed for a great sale

in 2020. At this meeting we will have product samples, 2020 sale information, giveaways, and

more!

Wisconsin Badgers TinThis year we will again do a Wisconsin Badger Tin. Pictured is the new, exclusive to GEC design we will

have for 2020!

Commit to Selling PopcornAt the link below you can commit to selling popcorn. When your kernel commits, they will be

added to the list for our popcorn newsletter.www.glaciersedge.org/popcorn

Popcorn KernelsEach unit should appoint a leader to take the lead on popcorn. This person will champion the sale for your unit and be the point of contact. This person should be well organized, and be excited about

selling Scouting through the popcorn sale! To help out our kernals, we send out a monthly Popcorn Newsletter. This newsletter contains important

sale updates, success stores, tips and tricks to be sure your unit has the best sale it can!

To subscribe, simply commit to selling popcorn at the bottom of this page.

2020 Popcorn Sale

2020 Wreath SaleSale Dates

Wreath Kickoff - Online via Zoom WebinarsWreath Commitment Forms Due - August 21

Sale Starts - September 4Sale Ends - October 16

Orders Due - October 26Wreath Product Pickup - November 17thWreath Payments Due - December 4th

Our Fall wreath sale is a great supplement toyour unit’s popcorn sale and other

fundraisers. Product Includes wreaths 18”and up, shaped wreaths (candy canes,

crosses), poinsettias, as well as a selectionof interior holiday decorations. This sale

earns 30% commission, and allpoinsettia sales earn $4.50 per plant.www.glaciersedge.org/wreaths

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provide food for participants and volunteers!

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all they’ve been given.

At our heart, we are a membership-owned fraternal organization, as well as a holistic financial services organization, dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients. We focus on their goals and priorities, guiding them towards

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New Scout Pinewood Derbys

New Scout Overnighters

Every new Scout receives a Pinewood DerbyCar, here are the dates you can race.

October 10- Yahara DistrictLocation TBD

October 31 - Wisconsin RiverOctober 31 - Wisconsin RiverSt. John’s Lutheran Church100 Oak St., Prairie du Sac, WI 53578https://www.scoutingevent.com/?OrgKey=BSA620&calendar-ID=186402

Indian TrailsLocation TBD

Delivering on the Promise of Fun and Outdoor Adventure

Each Scout is promised camping and outdoor fun when they join.

More information at glaciersedge.org

Yahara Cub Family CampoutSeptember 18-19Location: TBD

Loopy CamporeeOctober 3-4, 2020Camp Indian Trails

Mohawk Cub Family CampoutOctober 10-11Brigham County Park

Wisconsin River Cub Scout Family CampoutOctober 10-11Camp PYESA

Boo in the WoodsOctober 17Camp Indian Trailshttps://www.scoutingevent.com/620-boo2019

Dates and Location Subject to Change Due to COVID 19

Summer Camp

Sleep over camps give our Scouts the opportunity to experience all the fun of camp AND stay over 3 nights! This

camp begins at 11:30am on day 1 (check in before 10am) and will conclude before lunch on the last day. All meals are

provided as part of the fee. Please plan on providing your own camping equipment.

All Scouts who attend will leave camp with TWO COMPLETED ADVENTURES

specific to their rank. In addition to the advancement, Scouts will enjoy our camp wide games,

climbing, fishing, BB guns, archery, ga-ga ball, and more! It is the highlight of your Scouting year!

For more information, and to register for camp checkout all the information available at:www.glaciersedge.org/cubcamp

2021 Sleep Over DatesJune 21 - 24

July 5 - 8July 19 - 22July 26 - 29

Day Camp/Overnight CampA typical schedule for Day Camp program rotations will include: Crafts, BB Guns, Archery, Nature,Ecology, Scout Skills, Water Fun, Games, and More. Each session typically runs 45-50min. Our 2021 Theme is . Each Scout attending will earn 1 beltloop for their rank and will have the opportunity to earn the shooting sports pin for their rank as well. Day camp is 8 hours of fun each day!

2021 Day Camp DatesJune 14 - 16June 28 - 30July 12 - 14August 2 - 4August 4 - 6

2021 Overnight DatesJune 20 - 21

July 3 - 4July 10 - 11July 17 - 18

Jacob Pietrangelo - Camp Rangerjacob.pietrangelo@scouting.org608-772-8939

Jacob began as Ranger at Camp Indian Trails in early 2018. Jacob grew up in Scouting in Flint, MI, and is an Eagle Scout. He has worked on camp staff at several camps including Ed Bryant Scout Reservation in the aquatics and maintenace areas.

AboutCamp Indian Trails (CIT) is comprised of nearly 200 wooded acres nestled 7 miles northwest of Janesville, WI. CIT is our primary Cub Scout camp, but offers year round programs for all Scouts and outside groups. The camp proudly boasts more than 1 mile of frontage on the scenic Rock River, the 6 acre Glass Pond, rustic cabins with modern facilities, and beautiful campsites. CIT has much to offer for all Scouts and groups!

Utilizing Camp Indian TrailsCamp Indian Trails is open 38 weekends a year for units to reserve cabins and campsites. At CIT, you can rent 4 rustic cabins, the beautiful Allen Dining Hall, or any of our 12 rustic campsites. All rentals include access to flush toilets and showers in our showerhouse and the basement of the Allen Hall.

For the most up to date information and availability, follow the link below. Reservations may also be made through the Wall Family Service Center in Madison at 608-310-7300

https://campreservation.com/crs.php?orgkey=BSA620

Groups outside of Scouting are also welcome to rent facilities at Camp Indian Trails. To inquire, emailglaciersedgecamps@scouting.org

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Utilizing Ed Bryant Scout ReservationEd Bryant is open 38 weekends a year for units to reserve cabins and campsites. At EBSR, you can rent 15 rustic cabins, the state of the art Fellowship Hall, or any of our 12 rustic campsites.

For the most up to date information and availability, follow the link below. The QR code will also bring you here! Reservations may also be made through the Wall Family Service Center in Madison at 608-310-7300

https://campreservation.com/crs.php?orgkey=BSA620

Groups outside of Scouting are alsowelcome to rent facilities at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation. To inquire, emailglaciersedgecamps@scouting.org

AboutEd Bryant Scout Reservation (EBSR) is 200 acres located on the beautiful 13,000 acre Castle Rock Lake in Central Wisconsin. EBSR was opened in 1959 as Camp Castle Rock and serves the Glacier’s Edge Council as our primary Boy Scout Camp. In 2002, we opened Fellowship Hall, our beautiful dining facili-ty. EBSR is on the cutting edge of camp program being one of the only camps in the nation to offer both ATV and Jet Ski programs. EBSR is a great place for Winter Camping. All rentals include access to fllush toilets and showers in the dining hall.

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Investment in Character

2020 FAMILY FRIENDS OF SCOUTING ENROLLMENT & PLEDGE FORM NAME: ____________________________________ SCOUT’S NAME: __________________

ADDRESS: ___________________________________________________________________

CITY: ___________________________________________ STATE______ ZIP___________

PHONE: _________________ EMAIL: ____________________________________________

UNIT: Pack # ___________ Troop # __________ Crew # ___________

DISTRICT: INDIAN TRAILS MOHAWK WISCONSIN RIVER YAHARA

Yes, I will help in the following manner:

_____ $1,000 Guardian level _____ $500 Patron level _____ $338 Support two Scouts

_____ $250 Leadership Level _____ $169 Support a Scout _____ $100 Century Level

Other Amount: $ ______________ Signature for pledge: ____________________________________ Date: _____________

Please select your choice:

_____ Check or Cash enclosed. (Check’s payable to Glacier’s Edge Council)

_____ Bill me immediately

_____ Bill me twice (Mar & Aug) _____ Bill me quarterly (Mar, May, Aug, Nov) (for gifts over $25) (for gifts over $25)

_____ Charge my card: Now Twice Quarterly Monthly

Name on Card: _______________________________ Type: MC / Visa

Card # _____________________________________ CVV#_______ Expires: _______

Signature___________________________________________ (Credit card information is destroyed immediately after processing)

_________________________________________________________________________________ MATCHING GIFTS

_____ My company, _________________________________________________ (see back) offers matching gifts, and I will initiate the donation.

ANNUAL GIVERS CLUB

The Annual Givers Club is comprised of faithful contributors who can be counted on each year for a continuing gift. By checking “yes”, you will receive a statement each year as you have indicated. You will receive a confirmation letter each year to renew this agreement.

_____ Yes, Count my gift as a continuous gift Mail to: Glacier’s Edge Council, P.O. Box 14135

Madison WI 53708-0135

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