Getting Started
Thanks for your interest in our Cub Scout Pack!
The best way to get started is to join us at our monthly pack meetings. See our Calendar page for the next date. Our leaders will be happy to answer any questions you might have. Once your child is ready to be a scout, there are a few small things to do:
Complete an online application. Note: You will required to pay a smaller pro-rated council fee. The remaining fees will be payable directly to the Pack.
Get a check to your den leader for your pack membership fees. Our fee schedule is based on operating costs including Scouting BSA National dues, Chief Seattle Council dues, and costs of materials that are purchased as part of your scout's adventures. For 2023-2024 operating year, rates will be:
$160/yr First Youth
$135/yr Additional Youth
Purchase your uniform. The easiest way is online via https://www.scoutshop.org/uniform_builder, details are below. When you are at the shop get a Chief Seattle patch, the numbers for Pack 564 and your Den number (ask your den leader for the number).
Click or take a picture of the QR code to sign up!
Uniform Information
One of the most common items that new parents have is what to get for the uniform.
Our pack asks that parents purchase the following items:
Uniform Shirt appropriate to rank
Uniform Badges for TIger and Above:
Pack Numerals 5, 6, and 4
Chief Seattle Council Badge
Den Number (ask your den leader)
Hat
Our pack will provide to each scout yearly:
Neckerchief and Slide
Rank Handbook
You may also optionally purchase:
Belt
Cut Scout Pants (your scout may wear jeans instead)
Socks (your scout may wear any socks)
You can find additional information at the Scouts BSA website and at the online Scouting shop:
Helpful Links
https://www.scouting.org/ - Scouts BSA National Website
https://www.scouting.org/training/youth-protection/ - Youth Protection Information
https://www.seattlebsa.org/ - Chief Seattle Council
