ABOUT PACK 157
Pack 157 is open to boys in kindergarten through 5th Grade. Our meetings are held at St Luke's Methodist Church on Monday Nights. We are part of the Chaparrel District in the Buffalo Trails Council. Our pack's chartered organization is St Luke's Methodist Church.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to prepare children to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes, focusing on character, leadership, fitness, and citizenship through fun, hands-on activities like outdoor adventures and community service.
Our Cub Scouts are guided by the Scout Oath and Law. It's about building lifelong skills by encouraging kids to be trustworthy, helpful, loyal, and to do their best.
DENS EXPLAINED
Cub Scout dens are organized by grade level, with each level working toward a specific rank badge. Each den focuses on grade-level appropriate activities like adventures, games, and skill-building, led by parent volunteers who facilitate fun, hands-on learning and promote leadership, with younger dens (Lions & Tigers) requiring an adult partner at every meeting for guidance and shared leadership. Dens work on requirements from their handbooks, earning ranks as they progress, and meet several times a month, often with support from the whole pack.
RANK ADVANCEMENT
Cub Scouts advance through the ranks by completing specific adventures in each den level. To earn a rank badge, Cub Scouts must complete a specific number of "adventures," which are themed sets of activities found in their grade-specific handbooks.
Scouts progress toward their rank based on their grade level, not necessarily by having earned previous ranks. Earning a rank below a Cub Scout's current grade is generally not permitted.
ADVENTURE LOOPS
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Who earns them? Lion (Kindergarten), Tiger (1st grade), Wolf (2nd grade), and Bear (3rd grade) Cub Scouts.
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What are they? Small, metal loops that slide onto the official Cub Scout blue belt.
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Purpose: They serve as immediate recognition for completing individual "adventures" (specific sets of requirements) within their rank's program.
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Advancement: To earn their main rank badge, a Cub Scout must complete six required adventures and at least two elective adventures. Each adventure completed earns them a loop.
ADVENTURE PINS
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Who earns them? Webelos (4th grade) and Arrow of Light (5th grade) Scouts.
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What are they? Pins that are placed on a special display device called the "Adventure Colors" (a triangular patch) or a Webelos cap. They do not go on the main uniform shirt.
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Purpose: Like adventure loops, these pins are awarded for completing specific adventures within the Webelos and Arrow of Light programs, which are designed to prepare them for Scouts BSA.
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Advancement: To earn their main rank badge, a Cub Scout must complete six required adventures and at least two elective adventures. Each adventure completed earns them a loop.
HOW TO JOIN
RETURNING CUB SCOUTS
Current Cub Scouts will receive a renewal email several months before your membership expires. Or renew here.
TRANSFERRING PACKS
Transferring Cub Scouts should request your old pack to initiate the transfer on My.Scouting.org. Do not register as a new Cub Scout!
DUES
BSA national dues ($91) and Council Fees ($50) can be paid in cash to the Cub Master, or by check made out to "BSA Pack 157". You can also pay at the council office at 10 Desta Dr, Suite 170 LL Midland, Tx 79705.
If you have questions about paying dues, please email us at pack157midland@gmail.com
UNIFORM GUIDE
Our Pack's uniform guide is below:
Kindergartners: Lions T-Shirt, Belt, Neckerchief and your child's rank Neckerchief Slide
1st - 4th Grade: Blue Scouts Shirt, Belt, Neckerchief and your child's rank Neckerchief Slide
5th Grade: Tan Scouts Shirt, Belt, Neckerchief and your child's rank Neckerchief Slide
All uniforms can be purchased at the Buffalo Trail Council located at:
PACK 157 LEADERSHIP TEAM
Victoria G.
Cub Master
Amanda G.
Lion Den Leader
Kindergarten
Tom E.
Bear Den Leader
3rd Grade
Joseph G.
Recruitment
Anthony G.
Tiger Den Leader
1st Grade
Jeff H.
Webelos Den Leader
4th Grade
Amanda T.
Treasurer
Victoria G.
Wolf Den Leader
2nd Grade
Kenneth B.
AOL Den Leader
5th Grade
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Informed Consent + Medical Forms
Required for all Cub Scouts and Parents annually. Please complete and email to pack157midland@gmail.com
Track advancements and milestone achievements
Learn all about scout activities and parent involvement
For all of your Cub Scout's uniform needs
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