FAQS

What is the mission of Pack 15?
- To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices throughout their lives by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

What does Cup Scouts do?
- Some of the best parts of Cub Scouting are the hands-on activities: camping, hiking, Pinewood Derby races, field trips, and service projects that support our community and the people who live here. Cub Scouting is about doing. Our activities are designed to get Scouts away from screens, encourage them to try new things, and help them build valuable life skills through real-world experiences.

Do parent have a role?
- Yes. Cub Scouting is a family-centered program that helps children develop strong values, build confidence, and form lasting relationships with their families. Scouting provides opportunities, activities, and mentors that support your child’s growth. However, parents remain an essential part of the experience. Your involvement helps reinforce the skills, values, and confidence your child develops throughout their Scouting journey.

Can siblings join too?
- Yes and no. At Pack 15, we believe Scouting is a family experience, so parents and siblings are always welcome. We have also created an unofficial “Dragon” rank so younger children can feel included in the fun and activities. Parents may purchase a Dragon shirt from the Pack so their child has a uniform of their own. However, children must be in kindergarten to officially join Cub Scouts.

Can I volunteer?
- Pack 15 is always looking for parents who are interested in volunteering. Volunteering is a great way to spend meaningful time with your child as they grow, while giving you a front row seat to their Scouting experience. Whether you have a little time or a lot, there are flexible opportunities to get involved. To volunteer, please complete the contact form here. All adults must go to scouting.org and take Safeguarding Youth Training. Additional training may be required based on position.

How Often Do We Meet?
- 2 - 3 times per month: Each Den (one grade level) meets every other week, usually for 1 hour. You may have extra field trips planned by your Den Leader. Den meetings are only during the school year. Pack events may occur monthly during the summer.

Where Do We Meet?
- South Reno United Methodist Church (200 De Spain Lane, Reno, NV 89511) and Virginia Foothills Park (13401 Rim Rock Dr, Reno, NV 89521) We change between the above locations seasonally or based on weather. Occasionally meetings and events will be at alternate locations. You do NOT need to be a member of the church to join our pack.

How much does it cost?
- Membership: 1 year is $145. There may be additional online fees. We also recommend a subscription to Scout’s Life magazine for $15 a year. Financial Assistance Applications are available on the Nevada Area Council website or by request. Please note: This money does NOT go to Pack 15! This money goes to the local council and the national council to cover insurance and operating expenses.
- Pack Dues: We are completely self-funded. We do not receive money from the local BSA council. Scouts sell popcorn from August to October in front of local stores, online, and in person. All Scouts are expected to sell at least $600 in popcorn. This only takes a few booths. The money goes to cover supplies, reservation fees, ticket purchases & food. Scout families who do not sell popcorn will be asked to provide a yearly fee of $250 to help with pack expenses.

Do you require uniforms?
- Uniforms are required for all events and can be purchased at the BSA store at 500 Double Eagle Ct. Reno, NV 89521. The uniform (shirt, pants, hat, patches, belt, neckerchief & slide) can be worn for one to four years depending on your child’s growth and scout level. These uniforms are called field uniforms. Activity uniforms are t-shirts with our pack’s number and logo. These are worn for camping, rock climbing, or other activities where field uniforms would not be appropriate. We provide activity uniforms for the Scouts. Assistance is available in the form of hand-me-downs.