How Much Does A Year Of Scouting Cost?

Cub Scout registration fees cover the cost to register your Scout with the National and Local councils and to pay for the awards that your Scout earns throughout the year. In addition to this, most Scouts choose to attend summer camp at Theodore Naish. 

Membership Fees

    2023 New Scouts:

    • National Registration fee: $25 (one-time joining fee)
    • National Dues: $75
    • HOAC Council Dues: $39
    • Pack Dues: $41 (covers awards, neckerchief, and slide)

    TOTAL: $180 (+ Optional $15 for Scouting Life)

    2023 Returning Scouts:

    • National Dues: $75
    • HOAC Council Dues: $39
    • Pack Dues: $41 (covers awards, neckerchief, and slide)

    TOTAL: $155 (+ Optional $15 for Scouting Life)

    2023 Adult Registration:

    • National Dues: $45
    • HOAC Council Dues: $39

    TOTAL: $84

      2023 Summer Camp Fees

        Wolf Camp

        • Scout Registered before 4/26/23: $85.00
        • Scout Registered 4/27/23 or later: $105.00
        • Adult Registered before 4/26/23: $65.00
        • Adult Registered 4/27/23 or later: $70.00

        Bear Camp

        • Scout Registered before 4/26/23: $100.00
        • Scout Registered 4/27/23 or later: $120.00
        • Adult Registered before 4/26/23: $80.00
        • Adult Registered 4/27/23 or later: $100.00

        Webelos/Arrow of Light Camp

        • Scout Registered before 4/26/23: $170.00
        • Scout Registered 4/27/23 or later: $190.00
        • Full-Time Adult Registered before 4/26/23: $160.00
        • Full-Time Adult Registered 4/27/23 or later: $180.00
        • Part-Time Adult Registered before 4/26/23: $60.00/day
        • Part-Time Adult Registered 4/27/23 or later: $70.00/day

        Scout Uniform Cost*

        • BSA Shirt: $33 (Lions Shirt: $15)
        • BSA Uniform Bottoms: $28 - $33 (shorts vs. switchback pants/shorts)
        • Belt: $15
        • Neckerchief: $13 (first year only, not required for Lions)**
        • Slide: $8 (first year only, not required for Lions)**
        • Scout Socks (optional): $8
        • Cap/Hat (optional): $23-25
        • Handbook: $24 (Lions: $13)

        TOTAL: Minimum requirement of $100 ($71 for Lions)

        *Prices listed are current as of January 2023, not including tax, and are subject to change.

        ** During the graduation ceremony each year, Scouts will be awarded their next-level neckerchief and slide

        Once or twice a year, our families bring in their gently used uniforms that no longer fit their Scouts that can be used by other families that have need. If you are unable to afford the cost of the uniform, please contact our Cubmaster or Committee Chair and inquire about a scholarship.

        Adding It All Together

        • Lions: $251/year (~$21/month)
        • New Tigers attending Wolf camp: $430/year (~$36/month)
        • New Wolves attending Bear camp: $460/year (~$39/month)
        • New Bears attending Webelos camp: $610/year (~$51/month)
        • New Webelos attending Arrow of Light camp: $610/year (~$51/month)

        This makes Scouting one of the most cost-effective, year-round activities for your child. Most parents find that a full year of Scouting costs less than a single season of certain sporting activities. With the Scout Law of being thrifty, we focus on being as cost-efficient as possible in all of our activities and expenses.

        In addition, payment programs and arrangements are available AND more importantly, our fundraising programs can offset the majority of your expenses.