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Introduction

to Cub Scouting

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Opening Ceremony

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The Cub Scout Promise

I, (your name), promise to do my best


To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.

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Why Are You Here?

To learn the fundamentals of Cub Scouting


To learn what Cub Scout leaders do
To learn how to make Cub Scouting work
To learn how to have fun with my den
and pack
To learn how to have successful den and
pack meetings and activities

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Today’s Training

Models a pack meeting


Starts with general information
Continues with specific information
Provides you with the tools to succeed

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What is Cub Scouting?

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Cub Scouting …

Is for boys aged 7 to 11 or in the first through


fifth grade
Is family oriented
Builds independence
Is designed to develop participatory
citizenship, character, and personal fitness
Has age-appropriate activities and lessons
Is the young-boy program of the Boy Scouts
of America
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The Foundations of Scouting

BSA Mission Statement


The Scout Oath
The Scout Law
The Vision Statement
The Aims

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Purposes of Cub Scouting
Character Development
Spiritual Growth
Good Citizenship
Sportsmanship and Fitness
Family Understanding
Respectful Relationships
Personal Achievement
Friendly Service
Fun and Adventure
Preparation for Boy Scouts

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Cub Scouting

Fun and Adventure


It’s time for some FUN!

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12 Core Values of Cub Scouting
Citizenship
Compassion
Cooperation
Courage
Faith
Health and fitness

Honesty
Perseverance
Positive attitude
Resourcefulness
Respect
Responsibility

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Character Connections

Know what values mean.


Commit to doing what feels morally right.
Practice living according to the Core Values.

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The Methods of Cub Scouting
Living the ideals
Belonging to a den
Using advancement
Involving family and home
Participating in activities
Serving home and neighborhood
Wearing the uniform
Making Character Connections
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Age-Appropriate Programs

Rank Grade Age

Tiger Cubs First 7

Wolf Cubs Second 8

Bear Cubs Third 9

Webelos Fourth, Fifth 10

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Safeguarding Our Youth

Youth Protection
Two-deep leadership
Online training available
Health and Safety
What activities are age-appropriate?
What are the BSA policies?
Training available throughout the year

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MORE FUN
CUB SCOUTS
LOVE

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Becoming a Bobcat

The first accomplishment in Cub Scouting


Eight simple requirements
It’s your turn!

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1. The Cub Scout Promise

Learn and say the Cub Scout Promise and


complete the Honesty Character Connection.

I, (your name), promise to do my best


To do my duty to God and my country,
To help other people, and
To obey the Law of the Pack.

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Character Connections

Honesty

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2. The Law of the Pack

Say the Law of the Pack. Tell what it means.

The Cub Scout follows Akela,


The Cub Scout helps the pack go,
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow,
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.

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3. Tell What Webelos Means

We’ll Be Loyal Scouts

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4. The Cub Scout Sign

Show the Cub Scout sign and tell what


it means.

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5. The Cub Scout Handshake

Show the Cub Scout handshake and tell what


it means.

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6. The Cub Scout Motto
Say the Cub Scout motto.
A motto is a guiding principle.

Do Your Best!

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7. The Cub Scout Salute

Give the Cub Scout salute and tell what


it means.

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8. Protect Your Children
from Child Abuse
With your parent or guardian, complete the
exercises in the parents’ guide, How to Protect
Your Children From Child Abuse.

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Congratulations!

You have completed all the


requirements a boy needs to
earn the Bobcat badge.

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Cub Scouting

Time for a Cheer


Recognition is always welcome at
a pack meeting!

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Review and Questions

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Cub Scouting
How we have fun!

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Fun comes from . . .

The Cub Scout month


Pack organization
Annual program planning conference
Unit budget plan
Parent involvement—how to get help
Activities (pack, district, and council)
Resources and information

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The Cub Scout Month

Two or More Den Meetings


Boys and leaders
Activities and advancement
(including outings)
Pack Meeting
Fun
Recognition
Show, share, and succeed!

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Pack Organization
Chartered Organization Chartered Organization
Representative
Local Council

Pack Committee

Pack Trainer

Cubmaster

Assistant Cubmaster

Tiger Cub Den Leaders Cub Scout Den Leaders Webelos Den Leaders

Adult Partners Assistant Cub Scout Assistant Webelos


Den Leaders Den Leaders

Den Chief Den Chief Den Chief

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Cub Scout Program

Prepared den meeting and pack meeting plans


How to have fun for a month
Ideas for den and pack meetings
Supported by Den & Pack Meeting Resource
Guide, Scouting magazine, and Boys’ Life
Answers the question: What should we do?

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Cub Scout Program

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12 Core Values
Month Core Value Pack Activity
September Cooperation Pack open house
October Responsibility Fire prevention activities
November Citizenship Pack service projects
December Respect Blue and gold workshop
January Positive attitude Derby workshop
February Resourcefulness Pack in uniform
March Compassion First-aid night
April Faith Campfire workshop
May Health and fitness Sports workshop
June Perseverance Bike Safety, bike rodeo
July Courage Leave No Trace
August Honesty Water carnival

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The Cub Scout Year
Annual program planning conference
Decide what to do the following year
Add your own activities
Pinewood derby®
Space derby
Raingutter regatta
Field trips
Ensure a year-round program
Summertime Pack Award
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Day/resident/family/pack camping
Pack Budget Plan

Funding the pack


Pack money-earning ideas
Dues
Council-supported fund-raising programs
Make Scouting affordable

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Parent Involvement
Encourage all parents to participate
Ask for help
Start with just one job
Ask them to do something specific
Ask them to register
Insurance coverage
Closer relationship to the unit
Scouting magazine
Consider
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Single-parent families
Parent Involvement

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Activities
Advancement
Academics and Sports belt loops
Summer camps
Day camp
Resident camping
Pack camping overnighters at
council-approved facilities
Family camping
Field trips
Tour Planning Checklist
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National Cub Scouting Resources

Leader Book
Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide
Leader How-To Book
Webelos Leader Guide
Scouting magazine
Boys’ Life
National Web sites
www.myscouting.org
www.scouting.org 42
Local Cub Scouting Resources

Local council service center


District executive and other support staff
District and unit commissioner
Scout executive
Camping facilities
Program support
Fund-raising programs
Activities

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Local Information Sources

Training
Cub Scout Leader Fast Start (online)
Youth Protection (online)
Cub Scout Leader Position-Specific Training
This Is Scouting (online)
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders
Health and Safety

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Local Information Sources

Roundtable
Monthly meeting
For all leaders and interested parents
Conducted by the district
Program ideas and fun
Council Web site, newsletters, others
Commissioners service

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Unit Information Sources

Pack trainer
Other leaders
Pack library
Visit another den meeting
Ask for advice
Ask for help

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Recognition

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Closing Ceremony

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Review and Questions

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Den Leader Training

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Objectives

To discuss the purposes of the program


To learn what a den leader does
To plan and conduct a den meeting
To plan a field trip (Go See It for Tiger Cubs)
To learn about advancement and
record keeping
To discuss behavior issues
To have fun

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Purpose of the Program

Beginning and continuing steps in


Cub Scouting
Age-based activities
Family-centered activities
Den-centered leadership
Introduction to and developing with the
fun of Scouting
Higher level of self-reliance
(for Webelos Scouts)
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The Den Leader
Gives leadership to den program planning
Works with adult partners (Tiger Cubs) or an assistant
and den chief
Helps or makes sure that the boys advance
Maintains den records
Works with other pack leaders
Participates in pack program planning
Attends monthly roundtables
Approves advancement (Webelos)

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The Assistant Den Leader

Provides support to the den leader


Serves as a backup leader
Attends pack meetings
Assists in program planning

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Leadership Skills

Shared leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Communication
Working with boys
Attitude
Setting the example

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Uniforming

Sense of belonging
Attention
Identification with Scouting
Webelos Scouts
may wear the blue
or tan uniform.

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Summary

Grade-based and progressive


Adult partners are the key.
Leaders support it.
Leaders set uniforming example.
Adults assist as activity badge
counselors (Webelos).

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Planning for the Pack and Den

Annual program planning conference


Monthly pack leaders’ meeting
Den meeting planning and preparation
Plan in small segments to be successful.

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Nine Elements of Planning

1. Objective
2. Fun
3. Variety
4. Action
5. Boy Appeal
6. Family Appeal
7. Achievement
8. Resources
9. Flexibility
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Program Planning Steps
1. Annual pack program planning conference
2. Monthly pack leaders’ planning meetings

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Annual Pack Program
Planning Conference
Led by the pack chair.
Supported by the pack committee
and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents attend
and participate.

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Monthly Pack Planning Meeting
Led by the pack chair.
Supported by the pack committee
and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents attend
and participate.
Follows a regular order:
Part 1: Evaluating the previous month
Part 2: Finalizing the current month
Part 3: Planning ahead
Part 4: Unit Leadership Enhancements
Part 5: Social time and fellowship

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The Scouting Month

Two or more den meetings with leaders


and/or adult partners
One outing, activity, or camping experience (or
Go See It for Tiger Cubs)
Participation in the pack meeting

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Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide
Most important resource for den leaders
One-stop shop for planning den meetings
Introduction to Cub Scouting and
den leader responsibilities
Den meeting plans for all ranks
Pack meeting plans
References and resources

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Using the Den Plans
Two types of den meeting plans
are provided.
A school year’s worth of plans:
Focused on path to advancement.
Should be followed in order.
Assumes a September start and May transition with continued
summer activities.
Assumes two den meetings are held per month.
Additional for dens needing more meetings:
Used in any order.
Focused on electives.

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Den Meetings

Before the Meeting


Gathering
Opening
Business Items
Activities
Closing
After the Meeting

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Before the Meeting

Review and make final preparations.


Consult the Den & Pack Meeting Resource
Guide.
Review materials and preparation needed early

and often.

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Gathering

Have something for them to do:


Game
Puzzle
Magic
Outdoor activity
Supervision is important!

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Opening

Opening ceremony of some type:


Flag ceremony (always)
Cub Scout motto
Song
Den yell
Prayer

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Business Items

Character Connection for monthly


Core Values
Pack meeting preparation
Prepare for special den activities
Verify home assignment completion

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Activities

Advancement and electives


Defined in the Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide.

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Closing

Awards and recognition


Reminders (upcoming events and
home assignments)
Den leader’s minute
Brief closing ceremony
Cleanup

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After the Meeting

Review this meeting.


Plan/review the next meeting.
Clean up.
Relax.

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Great Den Meetings . . .

Are planned well in advance


Operate with shared leadership
Use the boys’ handbooks and Den &
Pack Meeting Resource Guide as the
primary guides
Follow the den meeting plans from the
Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide
Anticipate any behavior problems
Are FUN!
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The Tiger Cub Den

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Let’s Plan a Tiger Cub
Den Meeting
Be guided by the Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide.
Cover all parts of the meeting.
Focus on how the advancement activities
will be handled.
Are no more than one hour long.

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Tiger Cubs are Boys

First-grader (age 7) behavior


Inquisitive
First year of school
New environment, peer group, adults
Parental involvement is essential.
Tiger Cubs must follow the code of conduct
in meetings and other locations.
Teach individual responsibility.

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Tiger Cub Advancement

Standard is to “Do your best.”


Achievement is encouraged and recognized.
Achievement is recognized when accomplished.
Activities are age- and grade-related.
Activities are to be done by the boy and his
adult partner.

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Tiger Cub Advancement

The Bobcat badge


Tiger Cub Immediate Recognition Emblem
Tiger Cub badge
Tiger Track beads

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Achievements

Five achievements lead to the Tiger


Cub Badge:
Making My Family Special
Where I Live
Keeping Myself Healthy and Safe
How I Tell It
Let’s Go Outdoors
Each achievement includes a family activity, den
activity, and a “Go See It.”
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Achievement Recognition

Earn the Tiger Track by knowing:


The Cub Scout motto
The Cub Scout sign
The Cub Scout salute
Add beads by completing achievements:
White bead—family activity
Orange bead—den activity
Black bead—“Go See It”
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The “Go See It”

A monthly “field trip”*


Opportunity for boys to discover new things
Will be related to handbook advancement or the
monthly Core Value
In the immediate locale
Remember the age group (7-year-olds)
Have fun!

* The Tiger Cub Handbook has lots of suggestions.

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Planning Tiger Cub
“Go See Its”
Do five Go See Its during the year.
Prior planning is a must.
Share the planning and execution.
Involve your Go See It location contact.
Use a Tour Planning Checklist.

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Electives

50 electives
Lots of different experiences
For Tiger Cubs and their adult partners
Earn a yellow Tiger Track bead for
each 10 electives completed.

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Recognition

Immediate
At pack meeting
Tiger Cub transition
Belt loops

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Record Keeping

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Six Great Tiger Cub Den
Leader Secrets
Adult partners come to all meetings.
Boys need a fast-moving program.
Alternate energetic activities with quiet ones.
“Hands-on” activities are better than lectures.
Boys will learn self-control when
given guidelines.
Codes of conduct work when
enforced consistently.

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Tiger Cub Den Leader Recognition

Tenure
Complete one year as a registered
Tiger Cub den leader.
Training
Complete Fast Start, Youth Protection,
Tiger Cub Den Leader Position-Specific
Training, and This Is Scouting.
Attend one pow wow or University of Scouting,
or at least four roundtables.

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The Wolf and Bear Den

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Let’s Plan a Wolf and
Bear Den Meeting
Be guided by the Den & Pack
Meeting Resource Guide.
Cover all parts of the meeting.
Focus on how the advancement
activities will be handled.
Are no more than one hour long.

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Cub Scouts Are Boys

Second- and third-grader


(ages 8 and 9) behavior.
Boys are inquisitive and growing.
Some are new in Cub Scouting and some were
Tiger Cubs.
Parent involvement is essential.
Follow the code of conduct in meetings
and other locations.
Teach individual responsibility.
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Cub Scout Advancement

Standard is to “Do your best.”


Encouragement and recognition of
achievement are key.
Activities are age-appropriate.
Adult partners acknowledge completion
of home-based advancement activities.
Den leaders verify completion of all
advancement activities.

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Cub Scout Advancement

Bobcat rank
Wolf and Bear achievements
Wolf and Bear electives

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Wolf Badge

Second grade
Parent Guide
Wolf Trail: 12 achievements
Electives
23 different areas
10 electives = Gold Arrow Point
Each 10 additional electives = Silver Arrow Point

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Bear Badge

Third grade
Parent Guide
Bear Trail: 12 of 24 achievements
(from four categories)
Electives
25 different areas
10 electives = Gold Arrow Point
Each 10 additional electives = Silver Arrow Point
Achievements may be used for electives

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Achievement Recognition

Immediate
Progress Toward Ranks emblem
Three achievements =
one yellow (Wolf) or red (Bear) bead
Wolf or Bear badge is awarded at
pack meeting
Cub Scout Academics and Sports
belt loops and pins

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The Field Trip

A monthly field trip


Opportunity for boys to discover new things
Will be related to handbook advancement or
the monthly Core Value
In the immediate locale
Remember the age group (8- to 9-year-olds)
Have fun!

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Planning Wolf and Bear
Cub Scout Field Trips
Prior planning is a must.
Share the planning and execution.
Involve your field trip location contact.
Use a Tour Planning Checklist

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Record Keeping

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Other Cub Scout Activities

Field trips and outings


Camping!
Pack overnighters
Day camps
Resident camp
Family camping

Good Turn for America


Derbies and regattas
Awards
World Conservation Award 100
The Denner and
Assistant Denner
Boy leadership
Help the den leader
May lead activities
Rotate jobs
Teaches responsibility

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The Den Chief

Boy Scout or Venturer leadership position


Older boy influence
Helps the den leader
Leads activities
Positive attitude
Leads by example

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Six Great Cub Scout
Den Leader Secrets
Adults are encouraged to come to
all meetings.
Boys need a fast-moving program.
Alternate energetic activities with quiet ones.
“Hands-on” activities are better than lectures.
Boys will learn self-control when
given guidelines.
Codes of conduct work when used consistently.
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Cub Scout
Den Leader Recognition
Tenure
Complete one year as a registered
Cub Scout den leader.
Training
Complete Cub Scout Den Leader Fast Start training,
Youth Protection training, Cub Scout Den Leader
Position-Specific Training, and This Is Scouting.
Attend one pow wow or University of Scouting, or at
least four roundtables.

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Webelos and
Arrow of Light Den

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Let’s Plan a Webelos
Den Meeting
Be guided by the Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide.
Cover all parts of the meeting.
Focus on how the advancement activities
will be handled.
Are no more than one hour long.

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Webelos Scouts Are Boys

Fourth- and fifth-grader (age 10) behavior.


Inquisitive but growing
School is now routine; boys are looking
for new challenges.
Some are new to Scouting, some are previous
Cub Scouts.
Build trust.
They have a new leader—you!

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Webelos Scouts Are Boys

Parental involvement is needed.


They need hands-on projects.
More independence should be expected of
the boys.
Follow a code of conduct in meetings and
other locations.
Teach individual responsibility.

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Webelos Advancement

Encouragement and recognition


of achievement
Grade-related and age-appropriate
Webelos den leader encourages, ensures,
and approves advancement.

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Webelos Advancement

Bobcat badge
Webelos activity badges
Webelos badge
Compass points emblem
Arrow of Light

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Webelos Activity Badges

• Physical Skills • Mental Skills


Aquanaut Artist
Athlete Scholar
Fitness Showman
Sportsman Traveler
• Outdoor • Technology

Activity Craftsman
Forester Engineer
Geologist Handyman
Naturalist Scientist
Outdoorsman
• Community

Citizen
Communicator 111
Activity Badge Counselor

Helps Webelos Scouts earn activity badges


Provides instruction at Webelos den meetings
The service is temporary and is not a
registered BSA position

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Earning the Webelos Badge

Eight total requirements


Complete three activity badges
Fitness (Physical Skills)
Citizen (Community)
One from any of the three other groups:
● Outdoor Activities
● Mental Skills
● Technology

Boy Scout preparation


and knowledge
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Earning the Arrow of Light

Six months in the den


Preparation to join a Boy Scout troop
Eight activity badges, including the three
for the Webelos badge
Troop visit
Campout

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Recognition

Immediate
Webelos colors
At pack meeting
Activity badges
Compass points emblem
Belt loops and pins
Academics and Sports

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The Field Trip

A monthly field trip


Opportunity for boys to discover new things
Will be related to handbook advancement or
the monthly Core Value
In the immediate locale
Remember the age group
(10- to 11-year-olds)
Have fun!

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Planning Webelos Field Trips

Prior planning is a must.


Share the planning and execution.
Involve your field trip location contact.
Use a Tour Planning Checklist.

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Record Keeping

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Webelos Activities

Pack meeting participation


Activity-badge-related outings
Camping!
Pack overnighters
Family camping
Webelos den camping
Boy Scout troop joint campouts
Day camps
Resident camp
Good Turn

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Webelos-to-Scout Transition

Start early.
Visit troop meetings.
Organize joint den/troop campouts.
Visit troop activities and camporees.*
Discuss options with adults and boys.
Explain that not all boys will go to the
same troop.
Encourage completing the Arrow of Light.
Encourage movement to Boy Scouts of
Webelos Scouts and parents.
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The Denner and
Assistant Denner
Boy leadership
Help the den leader.
May lead activities.
Denner service teaches responsibility.

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The Den Chief

Boy Scout or Venturer leadership position


Older boy influence
Helps the den leader.
Leads activities.
Positive attitude
Leads by example.

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Six Great Webelos
Den Leader Secrets
Be tolerant regarding boys’ increasingly
busy schedules.
Boys need a fast-moving program.
Alternate energetic activities with
quiet ones.
Hands-on activities are better than lectures.
Boys will learn self-control when
given guidelines.
Guide boys to Boy Scouts. 123
Webelos
Den Leader Recognition
Tenure
Complete one year as a registered
Webelos den leader.
Training
Complete Webelos Den Leader Fast Start
training,
Youth Protection training, Webelos Den Leader
Position-Specific Training, and This Is Scouting.
Complete outdoor training for Webelos
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Review and Questions

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Congratulations!

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The Cubmaster

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Objectives

Define the roles of the Cubmaster and


assistant Cubmaster.
Describe the Cub Scout advancement program.
Review the importance of pack
program planning.
Plan a pack meeting.
Describe the Cubmaster Award.
Succeed as a Cubmaster.

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The Pack
Chartered Organization Chartered Organization
Representative
Local Council

Pack Committee

Pack Trainer

Cubmaster

Assistant Cubmaster

Tiger Cub Den Leaders Cub Scout Den Leaders Webelos Den Leaders

Adult Partners Assistant Cub Scout Assistant Webelos


Den Leaders Den Leaders

Den Chief Den Chief Den Chief

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The Cubmaster
Complete Cubmaster Fast Start training and
leader position-specific training. Attend
monthly roundtables.
Plan and help carry out the Cub Scout program in
the pack—including leading the monthly pack meeting—
according to BSA policies.
With the pack committee, develop and execute a
year-round recruitment plan for recruiting boys into Cub
Scouting.
Work on program ideas, selecting and recruiting adult
leaders, and establishing a budget plan.
Guide and support den leaders through their
required training.

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The Assistant Cubmaster
Help the Cubmaster as needed. Be ready to fill in for
the Cubmaster, if necessary.
Complete Cubmaster Fast Start training and position-
specific Basic Leader Training.
Attend monthly roundtables and participate in
pack meetings.
Supervise den chiefs and see that they are trained.
Conduct the monthly den chief planning meeting for
all den leaders, assistant den leaders, and den chiefs to
plan and coordinate weekly den meetings and pack meeting
participation.
Along with the pack committee, develop and promote an
ongoing plan for recruiting new boys.
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Cubmaster Support
Pack committee
Den leaders
Chartered organization
District and council, through
Commissioners
District Cub Scout roundtables
District committee
District executive
District training team

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Leadership Skills

Working with the pack team


Effective communications
Understanding and working with boys
Projecting Cub Scout spirit
Showmanship as the pack’s
“Master of Ceremonies”

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The Advancement Method

Grade-related and progressive


An asset for parents
Parents’ roles change as boys mature.

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Cub Scout Advancement

The Bobcat badge


The Tiger Cub badge
The Wolf badge
The Bear badge
The Webelos badge
The Arrow of Light Award

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Cub Scout Uniforming

Sense of belonging
Recognition
Identification
with Scouting

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Adult Leader Uniforming

Sets the example

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Summary

Advancement is grade-based and progressive.


A partnership between parents and leaders is
key to advancement.
Leaders set the uniforming example for all.

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Planning in the Pack

Annual program planning conference


The monthly pack leaders’ meeting
Pack meeting built around monthly
Core Values.
Core Values tie each pack meeting together
Utilize
Cub Scout Leader Book
Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide
Scouting magazine
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Boys’ Life
Nine Elements of Planning

1. Objective
2. Fun
3. Variety
4. Action
5. Boy Appeal
6. Family Appeal
7. Achievement
8. Resources
9. Flexibility
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Program Planning Steps

1. Annual pack program planning conference


2. Monthly pack leaders’ planning meetings

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Annual Pack Program
Planning Conference
Led by the pack chair.
Supported by the pack committee
and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents
attend and participate.

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Key Outcomes of Annual
Pack Planning Meeting
Pack schedule
Pack budget
Pack leadership

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Pack Budgeting

Led by the pack committee


Developed annually
Defines what the pack will do
Outlines how funds will be raised

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Pack Activities

Blue and gold banquet


District and council activities
Field trips and hikes
Pinewood derby®
Raingutter regatta
Space derby
Scouting Anniversary Week celebrations
Service projects
Year-round program!

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Cub Scout Camping

Day camp
Resident camp
Family camping
Pack camping (overnighters)

Be sure to include pack camping


in your annual program plans.

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Monthly Pack Planning Meeting

Led by the pack chair.


Supported by the pack committee
and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents attend
and participate.
Follows a regular order:
Part 1: Evaluating the previous month
Part 2: Finalizing the current month
Part 3: Planning ahead
Part 4: Unit Leadership Enhancements 147
Cub Scout Pack Meetings

Before the Meeting


Gathering
Opening
Program
Recognition
Closing
After the
The Den Meeting
& Pack Meeting Resource
Guide contains a model pack
meeting plan for each month!

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Before the Meeting

Room arrangements
Materials and equipment
Meeting agenda review
Recognition review
Put on a smile.
Get ready to have FUN!

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Gathering

Greeters
Den exhibits
Pre-opening activity

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Opening

Opening ceremony/prayer
Flag ceremony
Pledge of Allegiance
Song (fun and active)
Welcome and introductions
(short and sweet)

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Program

Tiger Cub and Cub Scout den skits and stunts


Webelos den demonstrations
Games
Include as many boys as possible!
Involve parents and others, too.
Organization is necessary.
Be prepared.

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Recognition

Boys
Advancement
Special awards
Leaders
Special thanks
Leader award presentation
Attendance awards
Organization
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Closing

Announcements
Keep them short
Important items only
Handouts for the other items
Closing ceremony
Cubmaster’s Minute
Flag ceremony, etc.

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After the Meeting

Serve refreshments.
Clean up.
Start getting ready for the next meeting.

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The Ideal Pack Meeting
Well-planned
Everyone participates.
Exhibits
Proper uniforms
Pack meeting program is followed.
Start and stop on time.
Keep moving.
Advancement
KISMIF

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Let’s Plan a Pack Meeting

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Working With Adults

Leadership in a busy society


All-volunteer force
Encourage, don’t instruct.
Gain consensus.
Many hands make light work.
Sometimes, things might not get done.

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Working With Boys

Keep the program lively.


Find things they like.
Have more than you need.
Keep moving.
Make parents responsible.

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It’s “Your” Pack

Have fun.
Keep organized.
Know what’s next.
Smile.
Have a positive attitude.

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Cubmaster Award

Tenure
Serve as a registered assistant Cubmaster for
one year and a registered Cubmaster for one
year, or serve as a registered Cubmaster for two
years.
Training
Complete “The New Cubmaster” Fast Start
training,
Youth Protection training, Cubmaster position-
specific training, and This Is Scouting.
Attend a Cub Scout leader pow wow or 161
Review and Questions

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Congratulations!

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The Pack Committee

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Objectives

Define the role of the pack committee.


Describe the makeup of the pack committee.
List the people who support the pack
committee.
Explain the pack planning process.
Discuss how packs are funded.
Describe where packs get help.

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The Pack
Chartered Organization Chartered Organization
Representative
Local Council

Pack Committee

Pack Trainer

Cubmaster

Assistant Cubmaster

Tiger Cub Den Leaders Cub Scout Den Leaders Webelos Den Leaders

Adult Partners Assistant Cub Scout Assistant Webelos


Den Leaders Den Leaders

Den Chief Den Chief Den Chief

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The Pack Committee
Oversees the development of the annual pack
plan including:
Pack calendar
Pack budget
Pack leadership
Selects leadership
Provides program support
Provides a safe meeting location
Helps with charter renewal
Supervises finances and equipment
Works closely with the Cubmaster

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Pack Leaders
Member of Pack
Committee

Chartered organization X
representative
Pack committee chair and members 
and/or parent coordinator—three
registered leaders required

Pack trainer X
Cubmaster and assistant X
Den leaders and assistants X
Den chiefs X

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Pack Committee Functions
(Members)
Chair
Secretary
Treasurer
Advancement
Public relations
Outings
Membership and
re-registration
Friends of Scouting

Some pack committees


may not have all positions!

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The Pack Committee
Is Supported by the
Chartered organization
District and council, through
Commissioners
District Cub Scout roundtables
District committee
District executive
District training team
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Pack Policies

Pack bylaws
Bank account control
Asset control
Insurance
Tour permits
Adult recruitment and training
Enforce two-deep leadership

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Cub Scout Advancement

Encouragement and recognition


of achievement
Grade-related and progressive
A tool for parents
The role of parents changes

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Parents and Advancement

Tiger Cub parents are “adult partners.”


Cub Scout parents work with their boys.
Webelos leaders work directly with
Webelos Scouts.
Parents are encouraged to serve as activity
badge counselors.

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Cub Scout Uniforming

Sense of belonging
An equalizer—all Cub Scouts are the same
Recognition
Encourages proper behavior
Identification with Scouting
Promotes advancement

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Summary

The role of the pack committee


Advancement
Grade-based and progressive
Parents are key to advancement for Tiger Cubs
and Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts.
Leaders are key to advancement for
Webelos Scouts.
Leaders set uniforming example for everyone.

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Planning in the Pack

Annual program planning conference


The monthly pack committee meeting
Pack built around monthly Core Values
Core Values tie each pack meeting together

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Key Outcomes of Annual
Pack Planning Meeting
Pack schedule
Pack budget
Pack leadership

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Yearly Planning Cycle–1

Spring update meeting


Spring recruitment
Summertime activities
Camping—Scouting-approved programs
Picnics and other outings
Summertime Pack Award
Begin planning pack budget
Cub Scouting is a year-round program!

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Yearly Planning Cycle–2

Fall recruiting
New den formation
Leader training
Charter renewal
Blue and gold banquet—February
Include council and district activities
Fund through unit budget plan

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Activities

Pack meetings
Camping
Outings
Derbies and regattas
Council and district activities
Cub Scouting is a year-round program!

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Cub Scout Camping

Cub Scout day camp


Cub Scout/Webelos Scout resident camp
Webelos den overnight camping
Webelos-ree
Council-organized family camping
Pack overnighters
Be sure to include pack camping in your annual program plans.

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Cub Scout Pack Meetings

Before the Meeting


Gathering
Opening
Program
Recognition
Closing
After the Meeting

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Let’s Plan a Cub Scout Year

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Pack Budget Plan

Who?
When?
What?
How?

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Pack Budget Plan

Registration
Boys’ Life
Unit accident insurance
Reserve fund
Other expenses
Program materials
Activities and camps

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Earning Money

Weekly or program
year dues
Family and leader
registration
Chartered organization
The pack
The community
Unit money-earning projects
(requires council approval)
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Let’s Build a Budget

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Pack Success

Centennial Quality
Unit Award
Leader training
Functioning pack
Advancement
Membership
Activities
On-time charter renewal
Increased retention
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Cub Scouter Award

Tenure
Complete two years as a registered adult
leader in a Cub Scout pack
Training
Complete Fast Start training for your position,
Youth Protection training, position-specific
training for pack committee member, and
This Is Scouting.
Attend a Cub Scout leader pow wow or
University
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Review and Questions

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Congratulations!

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The Pack Trainer

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Objectives

Discuss the role of the pack trainer.


Describe the required training for
Cub Scout leaders.
Describe the supplemental training for
Cub Scout leaders.

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How Pack Trainers Help

Conducting orientation of new families and


pack leaders
Encouraging new pack leaders to participate in
online training and attend Cub Scout Leader
Basic Training, which includes Cub Scout
Leader Position-Specific Training and This is
Scouting
Helping with Unit Leadership Enhancements
during pack leaders’ and/or committee
meetings

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How Pack Trainers Help

Conducting other training as designated by the


district and/or council
Encouraging pack leaders to attend ongoing
training, such as roundtable, pow wow, BALOO,
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders, and
Wood Badge

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How Pack Trainers Help

Remaining current on training materials and


program updates
Keeping track of pack training records
Encouraging den chiefs to attend
den chief training

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New Parent Orientation

Immediately provide information and an


orientation to new parents in the pack.
Ease the transition to Scouting.
Family orientation is covered in the
Cub Scout Leader Book.

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Unit Leadership Enhancements

Provide information to leaders during pack


adult meeting
Topics:
– Advancement – Pack budget plan
– Annual program planning – Pack committee
– Character development – Pack meetings
– Cub Scout camping – Planning special
– Family involvement events
– Leadership training – Policies of the BSA
– Membership – Program evaluation
– National awards – Youth Protection

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Leadership Skills

Shared leadership
Teamwork
Cooperation
Communication
Attitude
Setting the example

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Required Leader Training

Fast Start—immediately or within a week


Youth Protection—immediately (online)
Available through district or council.
Can be delivered by pack trainer.
Position-Specific—as soon as possible
This Is Scouting (online)

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Survey of Cub Scouting
Leader Training
Introduction
What Is Cub Scouting?
How We Have Fun
Position-Specific training
Den Leaders
Cubmaster
Pack Committee Chair and Member
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Supplemental Leader Training

BALOO—Basic Adult Leader Outdoor


Orientation
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders
Pow wow
University of Scouting
Council or district supplemental
Philmont Training Center opportunities

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BALOO

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation


Required for pack to camp at council-
approved locations
At least one person per unit
How to prepare and conduct an overnight
activity

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Outdoor Leader Skills
for Webelos Leaders
Planning and activities
Basic skills
Camping essentials
Knots and ropes
Tents and packs
Outdoor activity badges
Cooking and sanitation
How to have fun
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Pow Wow

Cub Scout leader supplemental training


Usually a day-long event
Many supplemental courses
Fun and exciting themes and activities
Conducted by
council or district

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University of Scouting

Some councils hold this event.


Combines Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting,
Venturing, and commissioner service.
Day-long event
Broad range
of subjects

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Philmont Training Center

Open to all Scouting leaders


Family-oriented activities
Cub Scout courses

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Den Chief Training

For Boy Scouts and Venturers who are filling a


den chief leadership position.
Fast Start (online) provides immediate help
when Scout or Venturer is appointed.
Den chief conference provides:
Structure of den meeting
Games and activities
How den chiefs can help the den leader

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Safety Training

Youth Protection (online)


Health and safety
Safe Swim Defense (online)
Safety Afloat (online)
First aid
CPR

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Roundtable

Monthly meeting
Conducted by district commissioner staff.
Program information
Planning assistance
Den and pack ideas
For all leaders!

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Wood Badge

Advanced leadership training


Weeklong or two extended
weekends
Focuses on five leadership areas.
Skills that apply to home,
work, and Scouting.

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Pack Training Records

Unit Inventory of Training


Training Attendance Report
Training Status Change

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Resources

Cub Scout Leader Book


Cub Scout Leader How-To Book
Webelos Leader Guide
Scouting magazine
Boys’ Life
Council and district calendar
Council and district training teams
Trainer development conference
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Resources

Leadership Training Committee Guide


Guide to Safe Scouting
National, council, district, and unit Web sites
Youth handbooks

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Pack Trainer Award
Tenure
Complete two years as a registered pack
trainer.
Training
Complete Fast Start training for the
pack committee.
Complete Youth Protection training.
Be familiar with and able to explain the key
elements of position-specific training for all
volunteer positions in the pack.
Complete This is Scouting. 215
Review and Questions

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Congratulations!

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