Pack 7 · Fairfax & West Marin

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Your guide to everyday scouting. Find den details, resources, and gear.

Attend events. Build community. Help out.

Attend events

Make time for adventures together: den meetings, campouts, and days outdoors. Find your next outing on the events page.

Build community

Make friends beyond your school—with families who love the outdoors, are curious about nature, and care about kindness and helping others.

WhatsApp access & groups

Help out

We build this pack together. All parents are expected to volunteer during the year, with a one-off task or ongoing role that fits their time.

Ways to help

My den & meetings

Each grade has its own den, with meetings and Adventures planned for that age group. Find your child’s den below.

For meeting dates and locations, visit Events and filter by your den.

We typically have 8–10 scouts per den.

Pack 7 dens by grade and their Adventures
Grade & den	What scouts explore	Curriculum
KindergartenLion	Play, explore outdoors, and learn to be part of a group.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)
1st gradeTiger	Try new things together, help others, and explore the natural world.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)
2nd gradeWolf	Build confidence through fitness, safety, community, and trail skills.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)
3rd gradeBear	Take on more responsibility at home, outside, and in the community.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)
4th gradeWebelos	Practice independence, outdoor preparation, fitness, and safety.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)
5th gradeArrow of Light	Develop leadership, first aid, and outdoor skills ahead of joining a troop.	Adventure guide⁠ (external link)

Coming to meetings

Scouting follows the school year: Pack 7’s program starts in August and ends in June.

Can a TK student join?

At Pack 7, TK students are welcome in the Lion den, but they’ll repeat Lions in kindergarten. We generally recommend waiting until kindergarten to start.

What should we bring to a den meeting?

A good attitude and a willingness to learn and listen. Your handbook is optional. Check your den’s WhatsApp group for any activity-specific supplies.

Do I stay, or can I drop off my scout?

Lions and Tigers (kindergarten and first grade) attend with an adult partner. At Pack 7, scouts in grades 2–5 can be dropped off for den meetings. Check each outing’s instructions separately.

What if we miss a meeting?

That’s fine—join us next time. Families can catch up on missed activities at home if they want; makeups aren’t required.

Can siblings come?

Siblings are welcome at Pack 7 den meetings and pack events. Some Council events are for registered scouts only; we’ll flag those restrictions in the event details.

Adventures & awards

Den leaders plan the curriculum, usually one Adventure per meeting. They focus on required Adventures, then aim to fit in 1–2 electives as time allows.

Scouts and parents can do additional Adventures or missed activities at home. Send completed work to your den leader for approval and awards.

Optional progress tracking: Open Scoutbook⁠ (external link) to see completed Adventures and your scout’s progress.

Our WhatsApp community

We use WhatsApp for pack updates, questions, and connecting with other families. Ask your Den Leader for an invite.

Join Announcements and your den’s group, and keep notifications on. Pack All is our optional social group.

Open WhatsApp

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Uniforms & handbook

Uniform basics

Uniforms are strongly encouraged in Pack 7, but not required. Check each event for which uniform to wear.

Class A is the scout’s grade-level uniform:

Kindergarten (Lion): Lion t-shirt and Lion cap; neckerchief and slide are optional.
Grades 1–4: navy button-up shirt, rank-specific cap, neckerchief, and slide.
Fifth grade (Arrow of Light): khaki button-up shirt with blue shoulder loops; an official Scouting America hat and neckerchief are optional.

At Pack 7, regular navy pants or shorts are fine.

Class B: Pack 7 t-shirt, ordered through the pack.

Shop at the Marin Council Trading Post⁠ (external link), 225 West End Ave, San Rafael; check hours before going. Uniforms and handbooks cost extra, separate from pack dues.

The handbook

The grade-level handbook is optional but highly encouraged for exploring at home. You don’t need to bring it to meetings. Activities and requirements are also in the online Adventure guides⁠ (external link).

Need help with costs? Message Cubmaster Kyle privately on WhatsApp.

What goes where?

Class A shirt

Your council shoulder patch, Pack 7 numerals, den number, and earned rank badges belong on the shirt. See the placement guide below before sewing.

Adventure belt loops

Lions, Tigers, Wolves, and Bears (K–3) earn metal loops. Slide them onto the Cub Scout belt—not the shirt or vest.

Adventure pins

Webelos and Arrow of Light (grades 4–5) earn pins. Put them on Adventure Colors: the red, yellow, and green ribbons worn on the right sleeve.

Segment patches

At Pack 7, segments go on a red “brag vest,” arranged around a Marin Council center patch. This is separate from the council shoulder patch on the shirt.

Illustrations show the different types of gear, not exact sewing positions.

One recent event patch

For Pack 7, wear at most one recent temporary patch on the Class A shirt’s right pocket—for example, Scouting for Food, Pinewood Derby, or Cub Connection. A pocket hanger lets you swap it out without sewing. Keep older event patches on the brag vest or in a keepsake collection, rather than adding more to the shirt.

Before you sew: shirt patch placement

Left and right mean your scout’s left and right while wearing the shirt.

Left sleeve: council shoulder patch at the top, veteran unit bar directly below it, then Pack 7 numerals.
Right sleeve: U.S. flag at the top; den number below (Arrow of Light uses a patrol emblem). Adventure Colors attach here for Webelos and Arrow of Light.
Left chest: World Crest above the pocket; earned rank badges in the positions shown for your scout’s rank in the official guide.
Right pocket: the single temporary event patch described above.

On the blue shirt, rank badges follow the order earned in the four positions shown in the official diagram. The oval Webelos badge belongs on the tan shirt, not the blue shirt. Follow the guide’s diagrams for your scout’s uniform before sewing.

Official Cub Scout insignia & placement guide (PDF)⁠ (external link)

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Events & participation

Check the details and RSVP

Find an upcoming event and check its date, location, and eligibility.
RSVP in WhatsApp and complete any separate event signup.
Check the event guide for what to bring.
Check WhatsApp for last-minute updates before heading out.

Bring the Cub Scout Six Essentials

Make these your go-to kit for any outing. Pack them in a small day bag your scout can carry:

Filled water bottle
Trail snack
Small first-aid kit
Sun protection—sunscreen and a hat
Flashlight
Whistle

Check the event guide for anything extra. Explore the Six Essentials⁠ (external link).

Medical forms — Parts A & B (PDF)⁠ (external link)

Lend a hand

Help with setup, supplies, or cleanup at an event, or explore an ongoing role. See ways to help.

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Dues & renewal

Budget about $150 per scout per year for dues. There are two separate payments:

Annual Scouting America membership: $91 for 2026–27. Paid at registration or renewal. Includes Scout Life magazine.
Annual Pack 7 dues: $55 for 2026–27. Paid separately by PayPal invoice; covers awards and food at pack events, such as pizza.

Uniforms, handbooks, overnight events, Council events, and groceries are extra—not included in the annual dues budget.

Paying pack dues

Annual pack dues: pay the separate PayPal invoice sent around October.

Renew membership in My.Scouting

Sign in with the parent or guardian account linked to your scout.
Go to Menu → My Applications → My Renewals, or click the red notification icon near your name.
Choose your scout and select Start Renewal. Check the registration details, then select Go To Payment.
Review and sign the terms, continue to the checkout summary, and check Scout Life and payment details. Place the order, save your receipt, and select Complete Registration.

Renewal opens two months before membership expires. If your scout isn’t listed, Marin Council can check that your account is linked as the primary parent or guardian.

Renew in My.Scouting⁠ (external link)

Step-by-step renewal guide with screenshots⁠ (external link)

For popcorn fundraising, use the Trail’s End mobile app. Need financial help? Message Cubmaster Kyle privately on WhatsApp.

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