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THE GREAT ADVENTURE
Cub Scout camping is the heart of Pack 289. It is where our scouts build character, learn self-reliance, and create lifelong memories with their families under the Texas stars.
- Two signature family campouts per year
- Safe, age-appropriate outdoor activities
- Focus on rank advancement and scout skills

Dates & Locations
Fall Family Campout
Spring Family Campout
Dates: Typically Late October or Early November
Time: Fri 6 PM – Sun 10 AM
Location: Typically a Circle Ten camp close to home
Dates: Typically in mid-April
Time: Fri 6 PM – Sun 10 AM
Location: Typically a bit farther away
What Scouts Love



Outdoor Adventure
Skill Building
Pack Fellowship
- Campfires & S'mores
- Guided nature hikes
- Nighttime star gazing
- Sleeping in tents
- Knot tying mastery
- Fire safety demo
- First aid basics
- Wildlife discovery
- Den games & challenges
- Skit nights
- Group scavenger hunts
- Lasting friendships
Parent Essentials
Health & Safety: BSA Medical Forms (Parts A & B) are required for all participants.
Family Adventure: Cub Scouting is family-focused; parents must accompany their scouts on all campouts.
Gear Basics: Keep it simple—a reliable tent, sleeping pads, and weather-ready layers are your best friends.
Safety Rules: We adhere to the buddy system and strict fire safety protocols at every site.
Meal Prep: The pack provides Saturday breakfast and Saturday dinner. Families are responsible for Friday dinner and Saturday lunch; most bring premade or easy-to-assemble meals that require no cooking.

Camping Essentials
Helpful Resources

Access our comprehensive gear checklist so you never leave the essentials behind on the trail.

Read our full camping handbook on etiquette, site selection, and rank advancement protocols.

Scout-tested recipes for the camp stove. Simple, nutritious, and kid-approved meal planning.
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