Quick start guide
for new families
Cub Scouts
Get Your Uniform and Handbook
Our Scout Shops in Eugene or Central Point offer everything your Scouts needs to complete his or her uniform! Our shops will ship supplies directly to you or hold them for in-store pickup!
The Scouting Uniform Builder is a great tool to help determine what you Scout needs for his or her uniform.
The Cub Scout Handbook contains all the information your Scout will need for on their Scouting journey and as they progress through the ranks.
In addition to uniform supplies, our Shout Shops also sell books, camping gear, apparel, and more to equip your Scout on their Scouting adventures.
Learn more about the uniform, other gear and what to pack for your first camping trip in this article.
Connect with Leaders & Other Parents
Your child will be placed in a “Den” with other Scouts their age. This “Den” is a part of a larger “Pack” that is lead by the Cubmaster.
Be proactive and contact the leaders. They are typically busy parents too and often new to the leadership role. Be patient, ask questions and offer to help.
Attending den and pack meetings and parent committee meetings are a great way to meet other parents and leaders, get support, and even help out!
Take Youth Protection Training
Youth Protection Training is required for all registered Scout leaders and highly recommended for parents. It’s good to understand how everyone involved in Scouting America works diligently to keep kids safe. Here’s how you can get started:
- Go to my.scouting.org
- Create an account
- Click on “Menu” and go to “My Training”
- Go to “Youth Protection Training”
- Optional: find additional online training that corresponds with your child’s age and program or your area of responsibility.
Get a Medical Check Up
The Scouting adventure, camping trips, outdoor excursions, and having fun are important to everyone in Scouting – and so is the health and safety of your Scout. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record (often referred to as the “medical form” or “health form”) is the first step in making sure your Scout has a great Scouting experience.
The form is broken into three parts:
- Part A is an informed consent, release agreement, and authorization.
- Part B is general information and health history
- Part C is the pre-participation physical
Pat A & B are filled out by the parent and are required for all Scouting activities.
Part C must be completed by a healthcare provider and is only required for Scouting events lasting longer than 72 hours.
Why does my Scout need a health form?
The Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) serves many purposes.
Completing a health history promotes health and awareness, communicates health status, and provides medical professionals critical information needed to treat a patient in the event of an illness or injury. It also provides emergency contact information.
Get Familiar with Cub Scouting
Check out the New Family Guide for Cub Scouts!
Connect With Us and Stay Informed
Stay in the loop on the latest opportunities throughout the Pacific Crest Council.
- Check your email for our weekly newsletter, The Trail Marker (Make sure to check your spam folder).
- Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
- Subscribe to the Scout Life magazine, the monthly magazine of Scouting America
- Check out Aaron on Scouting for the latest news, stories, and insights from around Scouting.
Scouts BSA
Get Your Uniform and Handbook
Our Scout Shops in Eugene or Central Point offer everything your Scouts needs to complete his or her uniform! Our shops will ship supplies directly to you or hold them for in-store pickup!
The Scouting Uniform Builder is a great tool to help determine what you Scout needs for his or her uniform.
The Scouts BSA Handbook contains all the information your Scout will need for on their Scouting journey and as they progress through the ranks.
In addition to uniform supplies, our Shout Shops also sell books, camping gear, apparel, and more to equip your Scout on their Scouting adventures.
Learn more about the uniform, other gear and what to pack for your first camping trip in this article.
Connect with Leaders & Other Parents
Your child will be placed in a “Patrol” with other Scouts their age. This “Patrol” is a part of a larger “Troop” and is guided by the Scoutmaster.
Be proactive and contact the leaders. They are typically busy parents too and often new to the leadership role. Be patient, ask questions and offer to help.
Attending troop meetings and parent committee meetings are a great way to meet other parents and leaders, get support, and even help out!
Take Youth Protection Training
Youth Protection Training is required for all registered Scout leaders and highly recommended for parents. It’s good to understand how everyone involved in Scouting America works diligently to keep kids safe. Here’s how you can get started:
- Go to my.scouting.org
- Create an account
- Click on “Menu” and go to “My Training”
- Go to “Youth Protection Training”
- Optional: find additional online training that corresponds with your child’s age and program or your area of responsibility.
Get a Medical Check Up
The Scouting adventure, camping trips, outdoor excursions, and having fun are important to everyone in Scouting – and so is the health and safety of your Scout. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record (often referred to as the “medical form” or “health form”) is the first step in making sure your Scout has a great Scouting experience.
The form is broken into three parts:
- Part A is an informed consent, release agreement, and authorization.
- Part B is general information and health history
- Part C is the pre-participation physical
Pat A & B are filled out by the parent and are required for all Scouting activities.
Part C must be completed by a healthcare provider and is only required for Scouting events lasting longer than 72 hours.
Why does my Scout need a health form?
The Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) serves many purposes.
Completing a health history promotes health and awareness, communicates health status, and provides medical professionals critical information needed to treat a patient in the event of an illness or injury. It also provides emergency contact information.
Get Familiar with Scouts BSA
Every group of Scouts is a bit different, but all are based on the same principles and foundation. They also share the same growth opportunities (called “advancement”) on the road to help Scouts achieve our highest advancement rank of Eagle Scout.
Connect With Us and Stay Informed
Stay in the loop on the latest opportunities throughout the Pacific Crest Council.
- Check your email for our weekly newsletter, The Trail Marker (Make sure to check your spam folder).
- Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram
- Subscribe to the Scout Life magazine, the monthly magazine of Scouting America
- Check out Aaron on Scouting for the latest news, stories, and insights from around Scouting.