Why a uniform?

The distinctive blue Cub Scout uniform is one of the first things a new Cub Scout wants. Besides being a means to identify openly to the principles that a Cub Scout commits to, the uniform also:

• encourages neat, correct appearance as well as good behavior.
• provides the only place for proper display of awards.
• provides a visual way for boys to "belong" together.

A neat, complete uniform is REQUIRED for most pack activities and all pack and den meetings. This fosters a sense of pride and belonging in the boys. Rank awards are not given at pack meetings to Cub Scouts improperly uniformed or without a parent or guardian present. Uniforms are not to be worn for activities not sponsored by the Cub Scouting organization. Consult with your den or pack leader if you have a question.

The Cub Scout uniform consists of:

• a clean Cub Scout shirt with proper insignia patches;
• an official Cub Scout neckerchief for his rank with a tie slide;
• an official, clean Cub Scout pants without holes, and dark socks and gold cub scout socks
• an official Cub Scout hat.

The Cub Scout brag vest is optional. Baseball and other hats are not considered part of the official uniform.

Cub Scout leaders wear uniforms as an example to the boys and so other Scouts may recognize them as leaders.

Pack 968 holds periodic uniform inspections through the year, and most den meetings conduct routine inspections and reward boys in full uniform.  If adjustments are necessary, we ask that they be done quickly. Boys passing formal inspections at pack meetings will receive a recognition award. Leaders will be inspected too --- by the BOYS!