The Bear Uniform
Wearing uniforms has been a method of the Scouting movement from the beginning. A hundred years of experience show uniforms to have many benefits, including these:
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. Required:
Remember, the shirt will last through third Grade - so size it appropriately. Optional:
The Uniform Code: Your son should/will be encouraged to wear his uniform appropriately. The shirt should always be tucked in and orderly. He should understand the importance of representing the entire Boy Scout Organization while in uniform. The image to the right will help with the placement of emblems and patches. Patches You'll Need to Buy
To get an idea of pricing, or to order items online, visit http://www.scoutstuff.org. This is the official online scout shop. They should have the same prices as our local scout shop. Patches You Don't Need to Buy Any Rank Advancement Badge or Patch that your boy earns will be awarded (at no cost) during the Monthly Pack Meetings. You will need to sew them on, but they are provided. Where to Purchase Items Uniforms and all things scout related can be purchased from our local scout shop, located at: Hawkeye Area Council BSA Shop 660 2nd Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Scout Shop Contact Info Ph: 319-261-3750 Fx: 319-261-3752 E-Mail: hawkeyescoutshop@scouting.org Scout Shop Hours Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm * The Pack may have Council Patches and other standard patches in stock. Check with the Cubmaster, Committee Chair, or Advancement Chair for availability. ** The Pack does occasionally special order the Red "Pack Number" Patch (in the left column of this page) so you don't have to sew three number patches separately. Check with the leaders listed above for availability. Wearing the Uniform In general, every Cub Scout should wear his uniform to all Cub Scouting activities, including den and pack meetings, unit outings, and any activities done with members of the den or pack. When playing sports, going to camp, or participating in other physical activities, scouts should wear an official Pack 214 t-shirt (referred to as the Class B uniform). Pack leaders will provide advance notice of any occasion when the boys should wear anything other than the complete uniform. Here are some tips for wearing the uniform:
Any time you are uncertain about uniform regulations, ask the den or pack leader for guidance. |