Leaders How-To Guides

Being a Cub Scout leader doesn’t mean having all the answers — it means being willing to help, learn, and show up.

These guides are here to make leadership feel approachable and manageable. Each page breaks down a common pack activity into simple steps, helpful tips, and ready-to-use resources. Use them as much or as little as you’d like.

Think of these as starting points, not rulebooks.
You don’t need to do everything listed to be successful — and you’re never expected to do it alone.

Click a guide below to learn more.

Plan a fun, low-stress hike that works for a wide range of ages — with route ideas, planning tips, and simple activities.

A step-by-step look at how Join Scout Nights work, including station ideas, materials to bring, and how to make it feel easy with a small team.

Simple guidance, safety tips, and ready-to-use tools to help you lead a pack bike ride with confidence.

Plan a fun, rotating water event with simple stations, shared challenges, and built-in teamwork. This guide walks through setup, supplies, food options, and ways to keep the event relaxed and welcoming.

Cub Scouts
Pack 628

New Market, MD

(c) Cub Scout Pack 628, 2015

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