If you have a boy or girl from Kindergarten to 5th grade and you are interested in joining Cub Scouts or you wish further information do one of the following?
Come and visit one of our meetings at:
Hope Chapel
Location: 8161 GERMANTOWN RD OLIVE BRANCH MS 38654
Dates: Every Tuesday when the Desodo County, MS schools are in session
Time: 6:30 pm
See any of the leaders in leaders
Complete our “contact us” form and one of our leader’s will be in touch.
A Cub Scout meeting is more than just a weekly activity. It is a structured, age-appropriate program designed to help children grow in character, confidence, leadership, and practical life skills — all while having fun with friends.
Cub Scouts combines learning, adventure, and community in a way that keeps kids engaged while helping them develop skills that last a lifetime.
Each meeting usually lasts about 60–90 minutes and includes a mix of activities designed for elementary-age children.
Meetings begin with a short opening that may include:
Purpose:
Builds respect, responsibility, and a sense of belonging while teaching civic values.
Cub Scouts learn by doing. Activities vary by age but often include:
Purpose:
Develops curiosity, teamwork, and practical skills while encouraging independence and confidence.
Scouts work in small groups called dens, where they:
Purpose:
Helps children learn how to work with others, build friendships, and develop leadership skills in a supportive environment.
Movement and play are essential parts of meetings:
Purpose:
Promotes physical activity, sportsmanship, and positive energy while reinforcing lessons learned earlier.
Scouts earn badges and awards for completing activities and learning new skills.
Purpose:
Teaches goal setting, perseverance, and pride in accomplishment — helping children see the results of their effort.
Cub Scouting also includes optional family activities such as:
These experiences strengthen family involvement and help children develop confidence in new environments.
Cub Scout meetings help children grow in ways that support success both in school and in life:
✅ Builds confidence and independence
✅ Encourages kindness and good character
✅ Develops leadership and teamwork skills
✅ Promotes outdoor activity instead of screen time
✅ Creates positive friendships and mentorship
✅ Strengthens family involvement
Most importantly, Cub Scouts provides a safe, structured environment where kids can try new things, succeed, fail safely, and grow.
The ultimate purpose of Cub Scouting is simple:
To help young people grow into responsible, confident, and caring individuals who are prepared for life’s challenges.
Every meeting is intentionally designed to balance fun, learning, and character development, making Cub Scouts one of the most well-rounded youth programs available.
The Cub Scout Pinewood Derby is one of the most exciting and memorable traditions in Cub Scouting. Each Scout designs, builds, and races a small wooden car powered only by gravity. With the help of a parent or guardian, Scouts shape a block of wood, add wheels and axles, and decorate their car to reflect their creativity and personality. The event culminates in a fun race day where families gather to cheer on the Scouts and celebrate their hard work.
Beyond the race itself, the Pinewood Derby supports important areas of youth development. Scouts learn basic woodworking and problem-solving skills, practice planning and patience, and gain confidence by completing a project from start to finish. Working alongside a caring adult strengthens family involvement while teaching teamwork and sportsmanship. The derby emphasizes doing one’s best, creativity over competition, and learning how to succeed — and sometimes fail — with good character and a positive attitude great outdoors.
Camping is one of the highlights of the Cub Scout experience in Pack 234, and our program is designed with families in mind. We are a family camping pack, which means every Cub Scout is accompanied by a parent or guardian. This ensures a safe, supportive, and memorable outdoor experience for both Scouts and their families.
Our pack typically camps two or more times each year, most often at Camp Currier in Eudora, Mississippi. Camp Currier is owned and operated by the Chickasaw Council, which supports Scouting across Shelby County, Tennessee; Crittenden County, Arkansas; and 15 counties in Northwest Mississippi.
Council-supported camping events offer a wide range of fun, age-appropriate activities, including:
All activities are supervised by responsible, trained adults, so families can relax and enjoy the experience together.
In addition to our weekend campouts, Cub Scouts also have the opportunity to attend a three-day resident camp at Kia Kima Scout Reservation in Hardy AR, the Chickasaw Council’s summer camp. Kia Kima offers even more adventure, including a waterfront program with swimming, boating, and canoeing, along with many other exciting activities designed just for Cub Scouts.
Our camping program builds confidence, strengthens families, and creates lasting memories — all while having fun in the great outdoors.
