10/10/2025
Let's talk about Cub Scouts and Range Activities (previously Shooting Sports). Did you know that Cub Scouts can only participate in Range Activities at District or Council events? That's right, and there are usually lots of opportunities each year.
Do you know what we need to offer Range Activities for Cub Scouts? First, we need ranges. Our Council has provided some awesome facilities for our use. Second, we need equipment (BB guns, bows, arrows, etc.). Our Council has provided everything we need in that regard, as well. Third, we need range staff. Our range staff are 100% volunteers, usually parents of current Scouts. Anyone can join the range volunteers. The training is free and no previous experience is required. We will teach you what you need to know. Just be ready and willing to learn.
If you are interested in joining the team, please look for the upcoming training courses (4/11/26. 5/9/26 and 5/30/26) on the Council calendar at https://www.mccscouting.org/calendar . The courses should be listed sometime this month.
The Boy Scouts of America charters local councils to serve specific geographic areas in the US. Our council was chartered in 1915 and is charged with serving the needs of Scouting’s community in Mecklenburg County. Over 349 packs, troops, teams, crews and posts are registered through our council, ...
