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Uniform Policy

What is the uniform and why is it important? 

Wearing uniforms has been a practice of the Scouting movement from the beginning. Decades of experience show uniforming to have many benefits, including these:

 

  • Equality. The uniform represents a democratic ideal of equality. Children from various cultures and different economic levels wear the same uniform and cooperate as equals.

  • Identification. The uniform identifies a child 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 immediately recognized.

  • Commitment. Wearing a uniform is a constant reminder to each Cub Scout of their commitment to the ideals and purposes of Cub Scouting: duty to God, loyalty to country, and helpfulness to others.

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For these reasons, among others, all parents should emphasize to their Scouts the importance of wearing the correct and complete uniform on all suitable occasions.*

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Pack 375 understands that BSA uniforms are not inexpensive and as a result has tried to adopt a uniform policy that reduces the amount of Official BSA apparel and allows Scouts to spend some time in Scouting before making a big investment.  

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We do not want finances to be the reason for a Scout to not have a uniform.  If the cost is an issue, we do have resources available to help.  Please contact any Pack 375 leader for more information.  

When To Wear Your Uniform

 

Examples:

  • Formal Pack & Den Activities: Pinewood Derby, Blue & Gold Banquet, Activities where we are a guest (volunteering at a church, visiting a fire department, town hall meeting, etc.), Den Meetings with Guest Speaker, Public Events, Parades

  • Informal Pack & Den Activities: Hikes, Camp Outs, Family Picnic, Physical Fitness Activities, Park Clean-Ups, Fishing, Boating, Family Fun Nights

Lion Scouts (Kindergarten)

Class A Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Lion Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Top (optional):  Cub Scout Official Uniform Shirt

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Lion Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Blue (navy preferred) pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Navy Blue, 1 inch wide (to fit belt loop awards)

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

Class B Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Lion Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Bottom: pants, shorts or skort appropriate for the activity

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

  • Neckerchief & Slide (optional): Same as Class A

Tiger Scouts (1st Grade)

Class A Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Tiger Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Top (optional):  Cub Scout Official Uniform Shirt

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Tiger Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Blue (navy preferred) pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Navy Blue, 1 inch wide (to fit belt loop awards)

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

Class B Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Tiger Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Bottom: pants, shorts or skirt appropriate for the activity

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

  • Neckerchief & Slide (optional): Same as Class A

Wolf Scouts (2nd Grade)

Class A Uniform​

  • Top:  Cub Scout Official Uniform Shirt

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Wolf Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Blue (navy preferred) pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Navy Blue, 1 inch wide (to fit belt loop awards)

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

Class B Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Wolf Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Bottom: pants, shorts or skirt appropriate for the activity

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

  • Neckerchief & Slide (optional): Same as Class A

Bear Scouts (3rd Grade)

Class A Uniform​

  • Top:  Cub Scout Official Uniform Shirt

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Bear Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Blue (navy preferred) pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Navy Blue, 1 inch wide (to fit belt loop awards)

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

Class B Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Bear Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Bottom: pants, shorts or skirt appropriate for the activity

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

  • Neckerchief & Slide (optional): Same as Class A

Webelos Scouts (4th & 5th Grades)

Class A Uniform - Option 1​

  • Top:  Cub Scout Official Uniform Shirt

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Webelos Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Blue (navy preferred) pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Navy Blue, 1 inch wide (to fit belt loop awards)

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

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Class A Uniform - Option 2​

  • Top:  Boy Scout Official Uniform Shirt with Navy Blue shoulder loops

  • Neckerchief: Cub Scout Webelos Neckerchief

  • Neckerchief Slide: Any neckerchief slide is acceptable

  • Bottom: Olive green, tan or khaki pants, shorts or skort with belt loops

  • Belt: Boy Scout Official Belt

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

Class B Uniform

  • Top: Pack 375 T-Shirt, Webelos Scout T-Shirt or other BSA T-Shirt

  • Bottom: pants, shorts or skirt appropriate for the activity

  • Hat (optional): Official BSA cap

  • Neckerchief & Slide (optional): Same as Class A

Patches

The following patches should be worn with all Class A uniform shirts:

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Optional, but helpful:

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Patch Placement

  • Uniform Insignia

  • Note that only ONE patch should be worn in the temporary patch location (right pocket)

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* Credit: Twin Rivers Council, BSA, http://www.trcscouting.org/IAmNew/theuniform

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