This page has been setup to provide resources for Pack 178 families. Links on this will pull up documents which families may find useful for navigating the world of Cub Scouting. In addition we have included links to some online pages which families may find useful.
The intent of this page is not to be an all inclusive dashboard for Scouting, but to provide links to resources that families may be interested and can be somewhat challenging to find. Common Scouting sites like the Council webpage, Scoutbook and the online Scout Shop are not included here.
Please bookmark this page directly, it has been intentionally setup so that it is not accessible from the Pack’s general website.
Some of the materials pulled up here will be Pack 178 documents and others will be linked externally. Please validate the dates and revisions on any documents which are not from Pack 178 to make sure you are accessing the most recent revisions.
Pack Documents:
Pack 178 Parent Guide – This is a resource filled with information on Scouting and Pack 178 for Parents, including the parent guide for using Scoutbook.
Pack 178 Preparing for Camping – This is a resource to cover camping basics in Cub Scouting. Information useful to those who have never camped before and experienced campers who are just starting to camp with Scouts.
How to Transfer a Scout – Step-by-Step details on how a parent can transfer a Scout from one unit to another in my.scouting.
New Leader Signup – Instructions for signing up as a registered adult leader with Pack 178, covering taking YPT through completing registration. If you want to be a leader best to consult with Pack leadership before signing up.
Pack 178 Introduction Information Packet – Know a friend or family members interested in Scouting and Pack 178? This is the information packet we send out to those who inquire about the Pack and Scouting. This is a good resource to give to someone who expresses interest and wants to know more.
Den Leader Resources – Link to the Pack Google Drive folder containing digital versions of resources for Den Leaders for completing adventures and activity ideas. Helpful for Leaders and Parents working with a Scout to complete an adventure at home.
Popcorn Overview Materials – Packet of information covering selling popcorn through Trail’s End, registering a Scout account and how to process sales.
Popcorn Booth Materials – Packet of information with details specifically on running a storefront booth selling popcorn. This includes how to handles sales and donations and steps you need to follow when your shift is over.
BSA Links:
BSA Medical Forms – This site has the latest BSA Medical forms. Forms A&B are required for any Scouting activity and the Parent can fill out; Form C is needed for longer camps (summer camp) and MUST be filled out by your doctor.
Guide to Safe Scouting – Online resource to the most up to date BSA guidelines in the Guide to Safe Scouting. You can check online or download a PDF version of the document.
Age-Appropriate Guidelines for Scouting Activities – Link to latest revision of BSA Document 680-685 covering age-appropriate activities for Scouts.
Age-Appropriate Guidelines for Camping – Link to latest revision of BSA Document 680-685 covering age-appropriate camping activities for Scouts.
my.scouting – Location for may functions in Scouting; including managing a Scout or Adult registration and online training course for the BSA
Grand Canyon Council Links:
GCC HUB – Grand Canyon Council HUB site with the latest news and information about Scouting in Grand Canyon Council.
GCC Calendar – Link to the published calendar for Grand Canyon Council.
Approved Cub Scout Camping Locations – List of pre-approved locations in Grand Canyon Council for Cub Scout camping. This site also includes information on how to get a site you wish to use approved if it is not on the list.
Scouting Event – This is the site where you can find and register for Council and District activities. This includes events like summer or day camps, in person training and Scout adventure days.
R-C Scout Ranch – GCC Premier campsite for Cub Scouts; location of many events and summer resident camp for Cubs. The camp sites can be rented for use by a Pack or even individuals.
Camp Geronimo – GCC Flagship campground; used for Scouts BSA summer camp with a long and rich history. Camp sites and cabins can be rented out by a Pack or individuals.
Other Links:
Arizona Game and Fish – Site to purchase licenses for state of Arizona, including fishing license. Arizona requires anyone age 10 and up who is fishing to have a license with adult and youth rates available.
recreation.gov – US government site for information and reservations for national parks, day use locations and campgrounds under the National Forest Service and National Park Service.
National Parks Passport Program – Site with information on the National Park Passport Program; track your adventures. Site also lets you purchase site stickers which may have been out of stock when you were visiting.
Junior Ranger Program – Information on the National Parks Service Junior Ranger Program; Included on this site are generic Jr. Ranger courses with downloadable activities which do not require visiting a specific park to complete.
Parks with Jr. Ranger Program – Site list National Parks, Monuments and Battlefields which have Jr. Ranger programs for the site. Great resource to plan ahead if you are taking a trip.
Shopping:
Pack 178 does not endorse or recommend any specific retailer. The links and sites below were compiled to simply aide our families in finding Scouting supplies and gear. Some retailers identified here also have physical stores in the Phoenix area.
Gear and supplies are also often available at major “big box” retail stores, both online and physical; sites listed here focused on those specializing in Scouting, outdoor, and camping gear.
REI – https://www.rei.com/ – REI can be on the higher end of price, but their quality generally matches. Multiple times a year have 20% discounts and other offers for Co-Op member. Local Stores
REI Outlet – https://www.rei.com/outlet – As the name implies this is REI’s outlet, you will find discontinued, overstock, clearance and other items at reduced prices.
REI Garage – https://www.rei.com/used – REI has a very good return policy and they get used gear back, they also rent gear which eventually is sold off; this site is where you can buy previously used gear at a discount.
Geartrade – https://www.geartrade.com/ – New and Used gear often at extreme discounted prices, also someplace you can sell your used gear.
Sierra Trading Post – https://www.sierra.com/ – New products that are mostly discontinued or liquidation, lower prices every day and highly discounted clearance section; inventory is constantly changing.
Campmor – https://www.campmor.com/ – New gear reasonable prices with a wide variety of gear.
Sportsman’s Warehouse – https://www.sportsmans.com/ – New items at reasonable prices with a wide variety of gear. Local Stores
Sportsman’s Guide – https://www.sportsmansguide.com/ – Offering new and surplus gear for outdoors prices range from good discounts to normal retail.
Scoutshop – https://www.scoutshop.org/ – Official store of the BSA with some offerings of camping gear, always check prices against other retailers; remember that the Scout Shop is sales tax free in Arizona.
Classb – https://www.classb.com/ – Authorized vendor from BSA with custom apparel and patches for Scouting activities. Large selection of Patrol Patches.
Eagle Peak Store – https://eaglepeakstore.com/ – Authorized vendor from BSA with patches, memorabilia and gear for Scouting activities.
Scorpion Ridge – https://www.scorpionridge.com/ – Phoenix local area vendor, with family heavily involved in Scouting, which supplies laser engraving and trophies (Pack 178 preferred vendor for trophies and AOL Plaques)
Paul’s Supplies – https://pauls-supplies.myshopify.com/ – Vendor of Scout craft supplies and other “trading post” supplies.
Craftkits – https://www.craftkits.com/ – Online supplier of Native American and other craft supplies (Arrowheads and Bear Claws used for advancement)
Beck Leather & Crafts – https://www.beckleather.com/ – Vendor for leather craft kits and supplies.
Paracord Galaxy – https://paracordgalaxy.com/ – Online supplier of paracord and paracord craft supplies.
Snappy Logos – https://www.snappylogos.com/ – Fun event themed patches.