Akela stands in the middle of the hall.

Akela: Pack! Pack! Pack!

Cubs: PACK!

Cubs form a smart circle around Akela.

Akela puts his arms straight out either side, and then slowly brings them down to his sides. As Akela's arms come down, Cubs slowly squat down, hands between their legs touching the floor and backs straight, all looking at Akela.

Also of particular importance with regards to subscriptions, our Group is registered with H M Revenue & Customs (Charities) to allow us to claim back the tax deducted on money we receive in respect of subscriptions.

Our Scout Group is entirely self-funding. Our Leaders and Executive Committee are not paid for their time. Our main source of income is from subscriptions paid by members. This is supported by the fund raising events we organise, and occasional grants and awards that we receive for specific purposes.

In addition to the weekly cost of activities, materials and games, sports or camping equipment, we have ongoing commitments to pay rent for the hall, and for the garages in which we store our equipment, plus the required training for our adult leaders. Each January we also are required to pay an annual capitation fee, in the region of £25 per person, to The Scout Association in respect of membership and insurance.

As a uniformed organisation members of our Scout Group are required to wear the correct uniform when taking part in activities.

For Cubs the minimum unifrorm requirement for investiture is a Group neckerchief with woggle, and a Cub sweatshirt, worn with grey school trousers. At the earliest opportunity, Cubs should also aim to purchase a pair of activity trousers.

For most activities it will be acceptable for Cubs to wear trainers or other comfortable shoes with the above, but for parades or special occasions smart shoes must be worn.

To become Cub Scouts, girls and boys must be aged between eight to ten and a half years old and complete the requirements of the Cub Scout Membership Award.

There are loads of fun things that boys and girls aged 8 to 10½ can do as Cub Scouts. Cubs get a chance to try lots of different activities such as playing games, making things, visiting places, and earning badges, all at the same time as making new friends.