Adventure begins here.
Welcome to Pack 153 — a family-centered Cub Scout program where youth in kindergarten through 5th grade explore, learn, lead, serve, and build lifelong friendships while having fun.
⭐ Registration center
Choose the option that matches your family. Keep your confirmation emails and payment receipts for your records.
New Cub Scout registration
Welcome! Please complete both steps below to join Pack 153.
Complete BSA registration first, then submit Pack 153 dues below.
Covers the full Cub Scout year. Pack dues are nonrefundable.
Pay Pack 153 dues ($225)Returning Cub Scout renewal
Renew your BSA membership when you receive the renewal notice, then submit your Pack 153 dues for the new program year.
Covers the full Cub Scout year. Pack dues are nonrefundable.
Pay Pack 153 dues ($225)Complete your family profile
Review your registration confirmation, complete any required forms, and watch for pack or den communications.
Open Pack 153 FAQsPrepare the uniform
Use a uniform guide to identify the appropriate shirt, neckerchief, insignia, and placement requirements for your Cub Scout.
View uniform guideVisit the Scout Shop
Find an official Scout Shop location or shop online for uniforms, handbooks, insignia, and program supplies.
Find a store⭐ Pack 153 calendar
View upcoming Pack and den meetings, activities, and events. Always confirm event details with pack communications.
⭐ Golden Gate Council resource center
Explore official council information, activities, camps, calendars, leader resources, and opportunities for Cub Scout families.
⭐ Choose your next adventure
Explore the many ways Cub Scouts learn, play, create, compete, serve, and grow together.
There is an adventure for every Scout
Use the buttons below to discover activities that match your Cub Scout's interests.
Camping and campfires
Learn camp skills, explore nature, cook outdoors, and gather around the campfire.
Pinewood Derby
Design, build, decorate, and race a car while practicing creativity, patience, and sportsmanship.
Fishing and wildlife
Discover local habitats, practice patience, and learn how to care for the natural world.
STEM challenges
Build, test, investigate, and solve hands-on challenges using science and engineering.
Cycling and sports
Build healthy habits through movement, teamwork, coordination, and outdoor recreation.
Arts and crafts
Turn ideas into projects through art, music, storytelling, performance, and design.
Service projects
Work together to make a positive difference in the pack, school, neighborhood, and wider community.
Swimming and water safety
Develop confidence around water while learning safety, teamwork, and responsible recreation.
⭐ Meetings and den life
Pack meetings bring everyone together. Den meetings provide smaller groups for age-appropriate activities, skill building, and friendship.
Pack meeting location
Mission San Jose Elementary School
Fremont, California
Typical schedule:
Second Wednesday of each month
6:30 PM–8:00 PM
Meeting dates and locations can change. Please check the Pack 153 calendar before attending.
Get directionsWhat is a den?
A den is a small group of 4-8 Cub Scouts who are generally in the same grade or rank. Dens meet between pack meetings to work on adventures, practice skills, play games, complete projects, and build friendships.
Den meeting participation
The den leader and assistant den leader (or another adult) attend all den meetings. At least two adults must be present at all meetings. Tiger den meetings are also attended by each Tiger's adult partner.
Gather around the Pack 153 campfire
Bring your family, meet other Scouts, and discover what makes Pack 153 special. Check the calendar for the next official meeting date.
Update the data-next-meeting date whenever the next meeting is confirmed.
⭐ Choose your Cub Scout adventure
Each rank offers activities and adventures designed for a specific grade level.
| Rank | Typical grade | Handbook | Uniform |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion | Kindergarten | Lion handbook | Lion uniform |
| Tiger | Grade 1 | Tiger handbook | Tiger uniform |
| Wolf | Grade 2 | Wolf handbook | Wolf uniform |
| Bear | Grade 3 | Bear handbook | Bear uniform |
| Webelos | Grade 4 | Webelos handbook | Webelos uniform |
| Arrow of Light | Grade 5 | AOL handbook | AOL uniform |
Post-registration FAQs
Answers to common questions after registering or renewing.
Open FAQsCub Scout uniform guide
Detailed guidance on shirts, insignia, and proper badge placement.
View guideScout Shop locations
Find a physical Scout Shop location near you.
Find a store⭐ A typical den meeting
A consistent meeting rhythm helps Cub Scouts know what to expect while leaving room for creativity and fun.
1. Prepare
Leaders gather materials, review the plan, and handle last-minute details.
2. Gather
Scouts participate in an informal game or activity while everyone arrives.
3. Open
The den officially begins with a ceremony, song, flag activity, or Scout values.
4. Talk time
Leaders share reminders, advancement updates, dues information, and announcements.
5. Activities
Most of the meeting focuses on adventures, crafts, games, projects, and skill building.
6. Close and review
The den closes with reminders and leaders review progress and next steps.
How Cub Scouting helps youth grow
Pack activities should combine fun with opportunities to develop character, citizenship, fitness, confidence, and practical skills.
⭐ Common questions
Start here for quick answers. Contact Pack 153 leadership if your situation is different.
How do I register a new Cub Scout?
Complete the BSA online registration first, including the BSA payment. Then submit the separate Pack 153 dues payment.
How do returning Scouts renew?
Follow the instructions in the BSA renewal email and separately pay the annual Pack 153 dues.
Are Pack 153 dues refundable?
The current information supplied by the pack states that the $225 annual pack dues are nonrefundable. Confirm the policy with pack leadership before paying.
Where can I find the meeting schedule?
Check the Pack 153 calendar because dates and locations may change. The typical pack meeting is the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
What should my Cub Scout bring?
Bring the appropriate handbook, required activity materials, a water bottle, and a positive attitude. Leaders will communicate any special supplies before each meeting.