Cub Scouts Pack 171 Leander TX

10/15/2026

Our latest popcorn fundraiser update!! Thank you SO much for your support. We are at our fall pack-wide campout this weekend, so we don't have any storefronts until October 24th. However, many Cubs have checked out individual (wagon/door to door) variety boxes and would be happy to help you get what you're looking for. Cubs also have online stores that they can share.

Why are we doing a fundraiser? Three big reasons:
1. To support pack and den activities.
2. This is one way to let Cubs partially or fully cover their pack dues.
3. Our big goal - we want to buy a pack trailer.

We now have 60+ Cubs which is great!! But that is a LOT of equipment to transport and store. When we go to pack campouts, for example, all of our kitchen gear, food, extra supplies, campfire materials, etc. is distributed among family vehicles. Not ideal, especially at this level, and especially when families are already trying to transport their own family camping gear. We plan to be thrifty with the procurement of a trailer while also ensuring we invest into something that will last us many years. Please send us a message if you're curious about other ways to help support that goal.

10/06/2026

One of our favorite service projects, collecting shelf-stable food donations! This year our pack’s donations will benefit Sandy Creek. Find a Pack 171 Cub to donate!

Tis’ the Season to give! Getting ready for our annual North Shore District Scouting for Food. Bag distribution for all who signed up is on Thursday October 8th at Roundtable. Capitol Area Council

09/29/2026

Exciting popcorn update this week - we are at 22% of our goal already! We had a lot of fun at Tractor Supply on Sunday, even with the sun.

Soon we will take a pack vote on where to go for our big summer campout; using popcorn money to fund their attendance is a big goal for many of our Cubs.

Places we've gone in the last few summers:
-Moody Gardens Aquarium
-Houston Space Center
-San Antonio Zoo
and more!

Where do you think we should go next summer?

09/21/2026

🍿Good news, everyone, it's popcorn season!🍿

Our main goals as a pack are:
-Cover pack dues and camping trip fees for as many people as possible
-Go on cool adventures
-Buy a pack trailer, because we are now at over 50 Cubs!! That's a lot of equipment and food to transport.

Cub parents, feel free to share your links in the comments. Everyone else, we would love if you could tap a link or come on out to a storefront over the next few weeks. We will be selling in Leander/Cedar Park almost every weekend until November 29th; we've included the first few locations in the attached image.

***A few quick notes***
1. Our pack does not set the prices of the popcorn or pick what flavors and sizes are offered. If it's not in your budget right now or you don't like the flavors, it is totally okay to just wish the Cub you see "good luck" or commend them for being brave enough to ask.

2. Don't want popcorn? You might also consider making a Heroes & Helpers donation, which sends products to military bases, food banks, and first responder organizations serving police officers, firefighters, and more. Or you can buy a bag for the Cubs to bring to a first responder's station or their teachers! They LOVE delivering yummy treats!!

3. Did you achieve Eagle, or were you in a Scouting program as a child? Let the Cub you're buying from know! They are working on Popcorn BINGO cards to earn a popcorn woggle.

4. Our pack is welcoming to all Cubs. The Scout in front of you might take a little longer to communicate, not make eye contact right away, or be extra wiggly. That is okay! "Do Your Best" looks different for each Cub. We thank you for your patience and support.

5. Finally, Cub Scouts have officially been co-ed since 2018, with sisters tagging along to meetings and adventures for years before. Negative thoughts on Scouting America programs being co-ed should be sent to the National office, not expressed to our Cubs. Remember, a Scout is Kind.

09/14/2026

Come check out Pack 171 this week (or next)!!

9/15 - Pack 171 - Join Scouts Night 2026 (Block House Creek Elem.)
9/16 - Pack 171 - Join Scouts Night 2026 (Giddens Elementary)
9/17 - Pack 171 - Join Scouts Night 2026 (Pleasant Hill Elementary)
9/23 - Pack 171 - Join Scouts Night 2026 (Open Invite)

09/12/2026

Thank you for the opportunity to serve the community.

08/31/2026

Phrase of the Week: Pack Committee

Every Pack has a Pack Committee, which consists of at least three members (Chair, Secretary, and Treasurer). By handling administrative and support tasks, the pack committee allows the Cubmaster, Den Leaders, and their assistants to focus on working directly with the Cub Scouts.

The pack committee is a great way to get involved! Many positions don’t require you to be a registered leader, just have ideas that you’re willing to share.

Committee Members
-Committee Chair
-Secretary
-Treasurer
-Activities & Civil Service
-Advancement & Recognition
-Fundraising & Unit Kernel
-Historian
-Outdoor Activities & Hiking
-Quartermaster
-Recruitment & New Member

Plus our events & activities teams!
-Campouts
-Ceremonies
-Pinewood Derby

Want to find out more about our pack? Check out our website: https://sites.google.com/view/pack171-leandertx/home

08/07/2025

We loved meeting so many families tonight at LISD New Family Orientations! Missed us? We will have information tables set up again at Giddens, Pleasant Hill, and Block House Creek on Monday, August 11th at Meet the Teacher.

Ready to meet the pack? Our Join Scouting Nights are quickly approaching! See dates in the photo; the events will be in the comments to RSVP.

Check out our new website for info and to sign up for the pack: www.pack171.org

07/26/2025

As you get ready for the 2025-2026 school year, make sure to add a Pack 171 Join Scouts Night to your calendar! We will have three identical events this year; please feel free to attend the date that works best for your family, regardless of the school you attend.

August 19th: Block House Creek Elementary

August 26th: Giddens Elementary

September 2nd: Pleasant Hill Elementary

You may have noticed another new thing this fall - we officially have a pack website!

https://www.pack171.org/

This site is FULL of all your FAQs and more. Take a look, RSVP to a Join Scouts Night, and let us know what questions you have. Can't wait to meet everyone!