Wearing the Uniform
In general, every Cub Scout should wear their uniform to all Cub Scouting activities, including den and pack meetings, unit outings, and any activities done with members of the den or pack. This uniform is referred to as a Field Uniform.
When playing sports, going to camp, or participating in other physical activities, a pack may opt to have the Cub Scouts wear an alternate uniform, such as an activity shirt. These are sometimes referred to as an Activity Uniform. Below is an image of our current Activity shirt.
Pack leaders should provide advance notice of any occasion when the scouts should wear anything other than the Field Uniform.
Here are some tips for wearing the uniform:
- DO keep the uniform clean and in good repair. The official uniform is a sturdy, machine-washable garment that will last for years with proper care.
- DO be sure to wear the complete uniform. A Cub Scout wearing a uniform with parts missing is not in uniform.
- DO NOT wear non-BSA badges, awards, or insignia on the Cub Scout uniform or make any alterations to the uniform or insignia.
- DO NOT mix uniform parts with non-uniform clothing, such as wearing a uniform cap with other clothing or wearing the uniform shirt with blue jeans. The uniform should be treated as a unit—worn in its entirety, or not at all.
Before purchasing your uniform, please speak with your Den Leader regarding requirements.
Purchasing the Uniform
Cub Scout uniforms can be from your local Scout Shop or purchased ONLINE.
We recommend visiting your local Scout Shop for your new Cub Scout uniform.
The staff will make sure your scout is properly outfitted with the correct clothes and patches.
The 3 bits of information that will help you at the Scout Shop are,
Pack Number: 297
Den Number: Your new Den Leader will advise you of the Den Number
PTAC Council: Trailblazer District
You do not need to purchase a neckerchief, slide or handbook. These will be provided by your Den Leader.