Frequently Asked Questions

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Cub Scout Pack 4255 was founded 30 years ago. It started as a small group of individuals who were passionate about scouting. Over the years, it has grown and shrunk in size.  We are currently rebuilding our numbers post-pandemic.

Our Pack is open to any boy or girl in Kindergarten through Fifth Grade.  

 Yes! In 2018, the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) started a two year process to introduce girls into its Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs. (The BSA has two additional programs, Venturing and Explorers, that have been co-ed for many years.) 

Girls participating in Cub Scouts are part of a Coed Den until Webelos or 4th Grade. In 4th Grade or Webelos, the Pack forms an all girls den and do all the same activities.

 A Den is a small group of Scouts that are in the same grade at school and are all working toward the same rank:

• Kindergarten – Lion Rank
• 1st grade – Tiger Rank
• 2nd grade – Wolf Rank
• 3rd grade – Bear Rank
• 4th grade – Webelos Rank
• 5th grade – Arrow of Light

A Pack is the collection of all Dens affiliated with a single Charter Organization. 

 Our Leaders work hard to keep the cost of our program low. Our Annual Dues and donations from generous pack alums cover most of our expenses. Please see the parent orientation guide for specific charges.   PLEASE KNOW WE BELIEVE EVERY CHILD SHOULD BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE. If you wish to learn about scholarships and assistance, email the cubmaster@pack4255.org. All requests are confidential.  

 Scouts should wear their Class A Field Uniforms to all Pack and Den events unless otherwise instructed in the event invitation. This includes:

• The Blue or Khaki Scout Uniforms shirt (or Lion t-shirt)
• Uniform belt with completed adventure loops
• Rank-specific neckerchief and slide
• Appropriate pants, jeans, or shorts that complement their uniform shirt

For Pack and Den events where the Scouts will be more active (i.e hikes, camping), Scouts will be instructed to wear their Class B Activity Uniforms or activity appropriate clothing. This includes:

• Class B Uniform t-shirt provided by the Pack
• Appropriate pants, jeans, or shorts for the activity

Scouts should always be prepared and dress appropriately for the weather. Consider wearing a long sleeve t-shirt under you Class A uniform for cold days or a jacket.