Pack 117 serves 1st through 5th grade boys in the Shingle Springs and Latrobe area of northern California. The Chartered Organization for Pack 117 is the B.P.O.E. - Placerville Elks Lodge 1712.

 

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PRIMARY VALUES we seek to instill are contained in the Cub Scout Promise -->

"To do my best, to do my duty to God and my country, to help other people, and to obey the law of the pack."

 

Our Scouts, families, adult leaders, and volunteers work together to teach these values by:

1. Influencing each Scout's character development and spiritual growth
2. Developing habits and attitudes of good citizenship
3. Encouraging good sportsmanship and growing strong in mind and body
4. Improving understanding and communication within the family
5. Strengthening skills in getting along with and respecting others
6. Fostering a sense of personal achievement by developing new interests and skills
7. Providing fun and exciting things to do
8. Showing each Scout how to "do your best"
9. Preparing each Cub Scout to become a Boy Scout

The Scout's Obligations to the Pack:

1. Do My Best in everything I do.
2. Obey the rules and regulations set down by the Pack.
3. Obey the Den Leader(s) and follow the Pack rules and regulations.
4. Work on my achievements and electives and advance in a timely manner.
5. Participate in Scout activities whenever possible.
6. Respect others, their rights and their property at all times. Show respect for the BSA.
7. Be on time for all meetings and functions. It is not fair for the others to have to wait for me.
8. Call my Den Leader(s) or ask my parent to if I cannot attend a meeting or function.
9. Keep my uniform clean and in good repair with all my insignia properly placed.
10. Wear my uniform proudly to all events and functions unless told otherwise by my Den Leader(s).
11. Do a chore or chores in order to earn the money needed for my Den dues.

Parental Obligations to the Pack Work with your son on his achievements and electives.

1. Scouting is a "Family Affair" and he cannot do it alone. If assistance is needed, ask your son's Den Leader(s).
2. Accompany your son to the monthly Pack meeting. One parent is required but the entire family is welcome.
3. Volunteer and become involved. When we ask for parental assistance there's a reason for it.
4. The more you are involved the more you will both enjoy the Cub Scout experience.
5. Voice your opinions, thoughts and comments. The only way we can improve the program is to know what it is you and your son want.
6. Let us know of any problems as soon as they occur - please do not wait.
7. Contact the Cubmaster or the Committee Chair directly if you don't feel comfortable going to your Den Leader(s). 

The Pack's Obligations to Your Son and You.

1. Provide a solid Scouting program that your son and you can be proud of.
2. Provide the means of advancement in a timely manner for the Scouts.
3. Provide quality trained Den Leaders.
4. Provide the opportunity to participate in various outings and activities.
5. Provide a safe Scouting environment and meeting place.
6. Communicate news and current Scout events to you in a timely manner.