How to join

The Pack meets from September to June each year. The registrations open in June and close mid september (except for scouts transferring from another pack).

If you’re interested in joining, please fill out the google form https://forms.gle/yCXzPfARzepHv4Nx7.

We will contact you in August and give you the information for the first pack meeting, which will take place in the beginning of September. We will give you all the documents to fill during this event, and answer any question you may have. If you can’t make it you can contact us per e-mail to receive the registration forms: pack112paris@gmail.com, but first, you need to complete the google form.

Registration must be completed before the end of september (You need to be registered and have paid pack and Scoutbook fees to be able to attend the first campout).

Parental involvement

Cub Scouts is not a drop-off program. A parent or guardian must stay and supervise their child during all den (age-group) and pack (whole group) meetings. Parents are active participants, helping with adventures, attending meetings, and even organizing or hosting den activities. Cub Scouts is a shared experience where parents and children grow together, and where adults can form meaningful friendships as well.

What are the responsibilities of a parent?
– Provide help and support for the Den and Pack,
– Work with your child on advancement projects and activities,
– Attend Pack meetings with your child and present their advancement awards,
– Attend and assist with Den outings,
– Attend Cub Scout Family campouts with your child,
– Volunteer during at least one pack event (organize a group activity, buy food for camp out, supervising kids, clean up etc)

How much are the annual fees and how does registration work?

As we are part of the US organization Scouting America (formerly BSA) there are certain rules and obligations to follow, which may feel a bit daunting at first, but don´t worry, we´ve all been there! Our volunteer leaders are happy to guide you through the process if needed.

As members of Scouting America the Pack and its members benefit from access to a robust online training and advancement program, assistance, international camps and insurance coverage.

You will pay two different fees, one to your local pack, Pack 112 Paris, (in euros), and one to our American counterpart Scouting America (in US dollars). Information on how to pay both fees will be provided in September. It will also be shared at our first Pack meeting. For reference, in 2025-26, total costs were approximately 300 euros, though this may increase slightly due to exchange rates, raised national fees and bank fees. From time to time, families may be asked to contribute a small fee for certain activities, such as food at overnight camp outs, museum entrance fees or special events hosted by outside providers, but we try to keep it to a minimum.

New families will need to register and create a profile on Scoutbook, Scouting America´s Online Advancement and Communication Platform. We use Scoutbook to share calendars, updates, locations, and program details.

How to get your uniform ?

Part of the uniform is provided upon registration : each cub scouts gets a cap, a neckerchief and a golden slide for the neckerchief according to his den. You will only have to get the shirt, and we will do a group order at the beginning of the year. The rest of the uniform is optional. If you’re going to the United States or have a family member there they can buy it for you in the US Scout shop https://www.scoutshop.org/cub-scout-short-sleeve-uniform-shirt-navy.html. Beware that last year’s Cub Scouts AOL wear a khaki shirt.