While uniforms are not required for the scouting program they do promote character building in the following areas:
- Equality – The uniform represents a democratic ideal of equality. Boys from various cultures and different economic levels wear the same uniform and cooperate as equals.
- Identification – the uniform identifies a boy as a member of the Cub Scouts. Badges on the uniform tell other members that he belongs to their den, pack, and council. The uniform itself identifies a good citizen to the entire community.
- Achievement – The uniform displays badges and other awards so the accomplishments of each Cub Scout can be ímmediately recognized.
- Commitment – Wearing a uniform is a constant reminder to each Cub Scout of his commitment to the ideals and purposes of Cub Scouting: duty to God, loyalty to country, and helpfulness to others.
At the very least we recommend a shirt, neckerchief, neckerchief slide and a belt. Cub Scouts earn belt loops and may not fit on regular belts.
Uniforms are typically worn at our monthly pack meetings, as well as flag ceremonies at various events we attend through out the year.
If purchasing a uniform doesn’t fit in your budget, the pack has a Scout Closet. These are uniforms donated by families who have either moved onto scouting, or their scouts have outgrown their uniform.
Uniforms and all other Scouting necessities can be purchased at our local Scout Shop inside the Nature and Adventure Center located at:
4316 Three J Road
Evans, GA 30809
The employee’s there are very helpful in finding what you need, and they also offer a patch sewing service for an additional fee.