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Upcoming

Events

Year-Round Adventures

Typical Pack Schedule

Families love that we offer activities year-round—so even if your child misses a few meetings due to sports or other commitments, they can still get a lot out of the program

Polar Camp
Pinewood Derby
Winter Outing
Den Meetings (2nd Thursdays)
Pack Meetings (3rd Thursdays)
Committee Meetings (1st Tuesdays)
AOL Crossover Ceremony

Spring Outing
Service Project
Den Meetings (2nd Thursdays)
Pack Meetings (3rd Thursdays)
Committee Meetings (1st Tuesdays)
Group Hiking
Rank Up Ceremony

Polar Camp
Pinewood Derby
Winter Outing
Den Meetings (2nd Thursdays)
Pack Meetings (3rd Thursdays)
Committee Meetings (1st Tuesdays)
AOL Crossover Ceremony

Spring Outing
Service Project
Den Meetings (2nd Thursdays)
Pack Meetings (3rd Thursdays)
Committee Meetings (1st Tuesdays)
Group Hiking
Rank Up Ceremony

Learning and Growing through

Adventures

Group activity program campouts in every season

Build and race your own pinewood derby car

Shooting safety & marksmanship

Build, design, and launch your own rocket

Arts, crafts, engineering, working with basic tools

Learning to be careful with fire and unforgettable campfire skits & stories

Fishing, boating, and swimming adventures

Learn and practice knot tying and the real world uses

Fitness & Climbing — Northern Star Council camps have safe climbing walls to learn how to climb safely

Go on great hiking adventures with the group and learn hiking safety

Learn personal safety and basic first aid

Science, Technology, Engineering & Math activities and awards

Learn and practice giving back to the local community

Learn basic budgeting and fundraising

Learn what it means to be a good citizen

New Scout Information

FAQs

Here are some of the key questions families typically have. Of course, if you have more questions be sure to reach out and a Pack leader will be happy to discuss.

What rank does my child start at?

Scouts work on the rank matching their age or grade level. There are no prerequisites other than completing the Bobcat patch which can be done at any age.

When does the Pack meet?

Meetings: 2nd & 3rd Thursdays, Sept–May, 6:30–8:00 PM in Lonsdale
Year-Round Activities Scheduled By The Open Parents Committee: Special events, service projects, and seasonal campouts
Summer Fun: Lots of Extra outings and adventures during summer months Even Though there are no regular meetings
Flexible Participation: Miss a few meetings due to a sport or other activity? No problem—you’ll still get plenty out of the program

Where are meetings held?

We meet in classrooms and the fellowship room of the Trondhjem Lutheran Church in Lonsdale. Trondhjem Church is located at 7525 Garfield Ave, Lonsdale, MN 55046.
Membership at Trondhjem is not required to Join the Cub Scouts Pack
We also attend many campouts at Philippo Scout Camp near Cannon Falls, MN, Camp Kiwanis near Stillwater, MN, and Base Camp near Ft Snelling.

What's it cost?

Northern Star Scouting charges an annual registration that breaks down to about $18/month, with financial aid available.
Our pack doesn’t charge Additional dues—fundraising covers routine costs. Families only pay for the camps and activities they choose, often offset by individual fundraising.
Not into door-to-door fundraising? No problem. We focus on group fundraisers, limited to one month, where scouts learn and grow together.
Uniform shirts (with patches) are purchased by your family but aren't required on day one. The Pack provides neckerchiefs, slides, rank patches, and belt loops. Uniforms are available at local Scout Shops or online.

What are the requirements?

Boys and Girls at K-5 grade level age. Youth over age 11 can join the BSA Troop
No specific school district required, home school families are also welcome.
An adult buddy is required with the youth at meetings and activities (parent or guardian)
All should follow the Scout Oath and Scout Law
Uniforms not required on day one, time is allowed to get a uniform