The Lion Pilot. The Lion pilot program was created by the Boy Scouts of America to address the needs of Kindergarten-age boys –Youth must be 5 years old.

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The Lion Pilot

The Lion pilot program was created by the Boy Scouts of America to address the needs of Kindergarten-age boys –Youth must be 5 years old by September 1 to participate Councils must apply to become a pilot site for Fall 2016 The Lion pilot is the only approved pilot for Kindergarten-age boys 2

Overview The Lion pilot program offers Kindergarten-age boys, and their adult partners, an experience that includes……. Games with a purpose Active and fast-paced excitement Hands-on exploration Values-based and relevant content Focused time together as a family 3

Basic Structure Dens of 6-8 boys plus adult partners –Lion Guides provide support and leadership Dens will meet twice per month –Den meeting –Outing Field trips Participation in a couple of pack meetings 4

Scouting Scouting is designed to provide a fun adventure for boys that helps them……. Build character Foster citizenship Develop personal fitness Develop leadership skills Participate in outdoor activities 5

Lion Pilot Program The Lion pilot encourages boys to learn and explore through hands-on, high-energy activities Each adult partner takes a turn at leading a den meeting or outing during the year, under the guidance of a Lion Guide –The Lion Guide is an experienced Cub Scout leader Most meetings and outings are approximately 45-min. in length 6

Recognition Boys are recognized for each “adventure” they complete with an adventure sticker for their activity book The Lion badge is earned by completing five required adventures Adventures are completed during the den meetings and outings 7

Adventures Required AdventuresElective Adventures Lion’s HonorI’ll Do It Myself Fun on the RunPick My Path Animal KingdomGizmos and Gadgets Mountain LionOn Your Mark King of the JungleBuild It Up, Knock It Down Rumble in the Jungle Ready, Set, Grow 8 The Lion badge is earned by completing all 5 required adventures The order of elective adventures are completed at the discretion of the den

Adventure Stickers 9

Leadership Adult partners –Adults who participate with a Lion Scout –Take turns leading a den meeting or outing Lion Guides –Oversees the den –Communicates with participating families –Leads initial den meetings or outings –Mentors adult partners as they lead den meetings and outings during the year 10

Adventure Book & Uniform The youth “Adventure Book” is designed as a memory or keepsake book The uniform is a Lion t-shirt and an optional cap Adults are encouraged to wear a Cub Scout activity shirt or follow the associated pack’s uniform custom 11

Parent/Leader Resources 12 Den Meeting and Outing Plans Training for Lion Guides 1-Page Program Overview (May 2016)

Pilot Development Program materials were developed based on the input and experience of early pilot councils, then further enhanced by the National Service Center The team included experts in child development, curriculum design, and education…working in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America Many of the developers also worked on the new Cub Scout curriculum and are active Scouting volunteers 13

Pilot Evaluation The pilot program will be assessed and evaluated throughout the year Feedback will be requested from: – Parents – Lion Guides – Cubmasters – Councils For the pilot to be valid, it is important to deliver the curriculum and program as written 14

Parent Perspective Be a hero to your son… Get to know your son’s friends and their families Participate with your son Build memories for a lifetime Take responsibility for leading one adventure and/or outing for the Den An adult partner is required at all Lion den meetings, outings, and events 15

Getting Started Leaders are recruited and trained beginning May 2016 Lions are recruited for program beginning Fall 2016 Adult Partner completes youth application and submits fees to pack Lion guide completes adult application and submits fees to pack Lion guide completes required YPT Youth Protection Training is free online and available at Although YPT is required only for Lion Guides, it is suggested that all adult partners complete that training 16

The Lion Pilot