Cub Scouts Teaches Citizenship
One of the first things every boy in scouting learns is the Cub Scout Promise - in which they pledge to help
other people. Good citizens realize they have a responsibility to others in the community, to the environment, and
to obey the law.
Cub Scouts are taught to be respectful of others as well as their country. They are taught these skills by learning how
to properly salute, care for, and fold the flag. The boys are taught patriotism from the very beginning of scouting.
Every year, our pack participates in a September 11th All Day Flag Salute where the boys take turns saluting the flag for 3 minutes.
Before one group stops saluting, the next group starts their salute. The Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts are joined by area military, fire and police departments.
It is heartwarming to see the respect that the boys have picked up from participating in community events with our hometown heroes. Participating in hands-on
events such as these will instill a respect for our country deep into their hearts.
The boys also learn citizenship by making friends and learning how to work together as a team. Scouting isn't competitive
like sports. Boys aren't pitted against one another - rather, they are put into situations where they learn cooperation and
respect for other people. Boys spend time together in weekly den meetings where they participate in a variety of activities.
As the year goes by, they become very close friends.
Scouting has been an excellent way for our sons to learn how to be respectful citizens.
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