Frequently Asked Questions

How old does my child need to be to join Cub Scouts?

Cub Scouting is for boys and girls in Kindergaren through fifth grades. Children who have completed the fifth grade can join the local Scouts BSA troop.

What supplies and equipment are needed for Cub Scouting?

Scouts will need a uniform and a handbook for their grade level. Here’s a shopping list. Additional supplies and equipment may be needed for certain activities such as camping trips but many families in the pack have extra items to lend if needed. The Pack supplies the various belt loops, pins and badges as the Scouts advance through the program.

Are girls able to join Cub Scouts?

Yes!

Does my child need to be in the Portola Valley School District to join?

No, while we do have a portion of Cub Scouts from the Ormondale and Corte Madera schools, we also have kids from other area public and private schools.

I would like to be a part of my Cub’s growth, how do I participate?

There are great opportunities for your involvement! Every family is asked to volunteer in some capacity during the year. You can be a Den Leader, serve on our Pack Committee, or help with a specific Pack event that you enjoy.

What makes Cub Scouting in Portola Valley Pack 163 unique?

We’re fortunate to live in a beautiful recreation wonderland, full of redwood trees and open spaces. Pack 163 has an outsized emphasis on camping and the outdoors. Beyond that, our Pack has adopted a “Cubs Can Do” motto — adults won’t do anything that a Cub is capable of doing themselves!