2009 - 2010 Parent Survey Results

How would you rate your son's Cub Scout experience this year?
How would you rate your son's Cub Scout experience this year? Start, Stop, Continue
     -->Continue offering a balanced program of activities. I also appreciate that nothing is very time-consuming.
     -->It is great to be so welcome
     -->Start: adding more opportunities for camping and getting outdoors Stop: Canceling trips Continue: to let the kids have fun
     -->I think some den leaders can be encouraged to participate better
     -->Continue offering as many activities as possible
     -->activities are great. maybe explain achievements and badges at each Pack meeting to explain importance and that they build up to higher ranks.
     -->Start on time. Puncuality is very American. Stop cancelling camping trips on rumors of mist. Continue everyting else.
     --> we will most likely not return next year.

 
 
If a friend asked you about joining Scouting, would you tell him that he should join Pack 148?
How would you rate our monthly Pack meetings?
How would you rate our monthly Pack meetings? Start, Stop, Continue
     --> Sorry, but these are very boring...It's very difficult for boys to pay attention. Perhaps have more skits/interaction in between awards. Also, Pack meetings should begin on time to set an example for the boys. It's hard to hear the speakers - maybe a microphone?
     -->I'd like to see them spread out a bit. I understand the fewer Pack meetings mean more awards onger meetings. My child doesnot enjoy them as much. Just looking for a happy medium as they are important.
     -->Sometimes they go a little long with all the skits and awards
     -->Stop Announcements, Ann...,Ann... :) Just kidding I love to hear the boys. That is so cute!
     -->better understanding of how to qualify for all badges and other merit opportunities
     -->continue: with skits
     -->Could we have them every 6 weeks?
     -->Flows well. Clean up could go smoother with an overall method
     -->Tough call. Business needs to be done, but the boys are not patient.
     --> fine.

 
 
How would you rate your son's Den meetings?
How would you rate your son's Den meetings? Start, Stop, Continue
     --> My son's den meetings are sometimes hectic and perhaps a bit more structure would help.
     --> I'd like to see more team building activities rather than individual projects.
     --> Continue emailing what is to be covered in my son's den meetings. It helps us prepare ahead of time.
     -->The idea of the weekly meeting beginning at 6:45 was great to give 15 minutes for the announcements and a full hour for the dens. Towards the end of the year we were getting started later and later.
     -->Not really in the den meetings with him
     -->Den Leader is great!
     -->A little too lenient on behaviour of some of the boys. I know 8 year-olds are rambunctious, but they shouldn't be allowed to be so disrespectful.
     -->well organized and thoroughly planned
     -->The Kathmans have always been prepared, spirited and encouraging
     -->Webelos I need some time during meetings to review achievements
     -->Add variety, we seem to do the same thing everyweek
     -->Our den meetings were excellent. That's why our den leader is the rising pack leader.
     --> They could have been better. My son has been a scout in pack 148 for the past 3 years and we have followed the same schedule all 3 years. Meaning each year we did the same thing. My son became board doing the same thing over each year.

 
 
Do you feel like the Leadership of the Pack is taking the Pack in a positive direction?
Do you feel like the Leadership of the Pack is taking the Pack in a positive direction? Start, Stop, Continue
     --> No suggestions. You all do a great job :)
     -->A Great Group of Parents which make great leadership for the boys
     -->Keep Lorna here!
     -->--> Thanks for the survey. --> My son loves it!
     -->I like that the pack committee is looking to do more things a regular basis.
     -->Not sure how but have talked w/ parents of other packs that moved through process much faster. Essentially each semester involved 2 camping trips and each semester has a graduation to next badge.
     -->--> excellent blue and gold speaker/entertainment --> need more show/sell opportunities
     -->All A's here.
     --> N/A

 
 
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Trailblazer Campout
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the USS Yorktown Trip.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Rocket Day event.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Pinewood Derby.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Blue and Gold Banquet.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate his learning new skills/earning belt loops.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Scouting for Food.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Autism Walks event.
Thinking about the time your son spent in Scouting this year, please rate the Popcorn Fundraiser.
What would you like to more or less of? (i.e. hikes, camping trips, den "field trips")
     -->-Things like the Yorktown trip are great - more of that !! -den field trips and guest speakers were a great experience for my son
     -->Hikes (2-3) more emphasis during hikes on observing elements and nature
     -->more hikes
     -->Field trip and day hikes are good. Those parents that have boys in both pack and troop get spread a bit thin but all are great activities. Hope to attend more next year.
     -->enjoy hikes
     -->field trips
     -->everything is fine
     -->->more hiking ->field trips
     -->Hikes
     -->I like to see field trips on your ???, camping trips more
     -->more den field trips
     -->camping - more of
     -->more hike/camping trips
     -->den field trips, hikes were good!!
     -->more
     --> hikes, camping trips, den field trips and more Go-See-Its
     -->more hikes, more camping
     -->Field trips are great!
     -->more outdoor activities
     -->camping trips, fishing, other outdoor activites
     -->Amount seems fine - options allow scouts to attend sports, birthday parties and visit family out of town
     -->more of all of these at the den level
     -->Good balance for Tiger - 1st year
     -->- hikes - field tripss
     --> Just more things to do. Three years of doing the same thing gets boring. ie. same den craft, same den activities.
     --> More outdoors activities. Is boating realistic? We could rent a couple pontoons and have a blast on Lake Norman.

 
 
Are there any specific activities/events in which you would like to see the Pack participate?
     -->can't think of anything at the moment
     -->-> Service Projects - Nature related -> more outdoor activites
     -->I enjoy what we do
     -->n/a
     -->Another Yorktown trip or similar
     -->field trips
     -->conservation
     -->scout-o-rama?
     -->camping
     -->Competition among the Scouts in building projects (Small)
     -->Par 3 Golf field trip
     -->current activities seem fine
     -->more activities at the den level
     --> Is boating realistic? We could rent a couple pontoons and have a blast on Lake Norman.
     --> My son and I made many suggestions to the Den of things to do throughout the year, but all were turned down.

 
 
Have communications/announcements regarding Pack events been informative and timely?
Have communications/announcements regarding Pack events been informative and timely? Start, Stop, Continue
     -->Love the use of email for updates - I especially like that there are frequent reminders
     -->Continue sending emails re: different scouting events
     -->emails closer to events for last minute reminders
     -->no comment
     --> need more distribution in meetings and through emails. Also more details in announcements
     -->continue: email
     -->It might be better to use the webiste/email list better
     -->- for new scout and parents, it would be especially helpful to better understand earning of beltloops and electives
     -->maybe have a website with links so that if maps, directions, itineraries, packing lists etc need to be distributed, we don't need to wait for an email.
     -->cont emails
     -->N/A
     --> Comms is a little weak.
     --> continue

 
 
Overall, has Scouting been more fun, less fun, or about the same as expected before your son joined?