Program Operation Boy Scouts of America 1

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 – Boys’ Life Boy Scouts of America 2

Yearly Planning Cycle–1 Spring update meeting Spring recruitment Summertime activities Camping Picnics and other outings Summertime Pack Award Begin planning pack budget Cub Scouting is a year-round program! Boy Scouts of America 3

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 Boy Scouts of America 4

Nine Elements of Planning 1.Objective 2.Fun 3.Variety 4.Action 5.Boy Appeal 6.Family Appeal 7.Achievement 8.Resources 9.Flexibility Boy Scouts of America 5

Program Planning Steps 1. Annual pack program planning conference 2. Monthly pack leaders’ planning meetings Boy Scouts of America 6

Annual Pack Program Planning Conference Led by the pack committee chair. Supported by the pack committee and Cubmaster. Den leaders and interested parents attend and participate. Boy Scouts of America 7

Key Outcomes of Annual Pack Planning Meeting Pack schedule Pack budget Pack leadership Boy Scouts of America 8

Monthly Pack Planning Meeting Led by the pack committee 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 Boy Scouts of America 9

Pack Budgeting Led by the pack committee Developed annually Defines what the pack will do Outlines how funds will be raised Boy Scouts of America 10

Pack Budget Plan Who? When? What? How? Boy Scouts of America 11

Pack Budget Plan Registration Boys’ Life Unit accident insurance Reserve fund Other expenses Program materials Activities and camps Boy Scouts of America 12

Earning Money Weekly or program year dues Family and leader registration Chartered organization The pack The community Unit money-earning projects (requires council approval) Boy Scouts of America 13

Cub Scout Camping Cub Scout day camp Cub Scout/Webelos Scout resident camp Webelos den overnight camping Webelos Woods Council-organized family camping Pack overnighters Be sure to include pack camping in your annual program plans. Boy Scouts of America 14

Cub Scout Uniforming Sense of belonging Recognition Identification with Scouting Boy Scouts of America 15

Adult Leader Uniforming Sets the example Boy Scouts of America 16

Pack Success Boy Scouts of America 17

Tiger Cub Den Operation Boy Scouts of America 18

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 Tiger Cubs are Boys Boy Scouts of America 19

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. Tiger Cub Advancement Boy Scouts of America 20

The Bobcat badge Tiger Cub Immediate Recognition Emblem Tiger Cub badge Tiger Track beads Tiger Cub Advancement Boy Scouts of America 21

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.” Achievements Boy Scouts of America 22

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” Achievement Recognition Boy Scouts of America 23

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. The “Go See It” Boy Scouts of America 24

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. Planning Tiger Cub “Go See Its” Boy Scouts of America 25

50 electives Lots of different experiences For Tiger Cubs and their adult partners Earn a yellow Tiger Track bead for each 10 electives completed Electives Boy Scouts of America 26

Immediate At pack meeting Tiger Cub transition Belt loops Recognition Boy Scouts of America 27

Record Keeping Boy Scouts of America 28

Wolf and Bear Den Operation Boy Scouts of America 29

Similar characteristics as for Tiger Cubs, but… Second- and third-grader (ages 8 and 9) behavior. Boys are growing. Some are new in Cub Scouting and some were Tiger Cubs. Cub Scouts Are Boys Boy Scouts of America 30

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. Cub Scout Advancement Boy Scouts of America 31

Bobcat rank Wolf and Bear achievements Wolf and Bear electives Cub Scout Advancement Boy Scouts of America 32

Wolf Trail: 12 achievements Electives – 23 different areas – 10 electives = Gold Arrow Point – Each 10 additional electives = Silver Arrow Point Wolf Badge Boy Scouts of America 33

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 Bear Badge Boy Scouts of America 34

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 Achievement Recognition Boy Scouts of America 35

Opportunity for boys to discover new things Will be related to handbook advancement or the monthly Core Value In the immediate locale Involve your field trip location contact Use a Tour Planning Checklist Remember the age group (8- to 9-year-olds) Have fun! The Field Trip Boy Scouts of America 36

Record Keeping Boy Scouts of America 37

Field trips and outings Camping! – Pack overnighters – Day camps – Resident camp – Family camping Good Turn for America Derbies and regattas Awards – World Conservation Award – Leave No Trace Awareness Award – Outdoor Activity Award Other Cub Scout Activities Boy Scouts of America 38

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. Six Great Tiger and Cub Scout Den Leader Secrets Boy Scouts of America 39

Webelos and Arrow of Light Den Operation Boy Scouts of America 40

Similar characteristics as for Wolf and Bear Cubs, but… Fourth- and fifth-grader (age 10-11) behavior. School is now routine; boys are looking for new challenges. Some are new to Scouting, some are previous Cub Scouts. Build trust. Webelos Scouts Are Boys Boy Scouts of America 41

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. Webelos Scouts Are Boys Boy Scouts of America 42

Encouragement and recognition of achievement Grade-related and age-appropriate Webelos den leader encourages, ensures, and approves advancement Webelos Advancement Boy Scouts of America 43

Bobcat badge Webelos activity badges Webelos badge Compass points emblem Arrow of Light Webelos Advancement Boy Scouts of America 44

Webelos Activity Badges Mental Skills Artist Scholar Showman Traveler Technology Craftsman Engineer Handyman Scientist Physical Skills Aquanaut Athlete Fitness Sportsman Outdoor Activity Forester Geologist Naturalist Outdoorsman Community Citizen Communicator Family Member Readyman Boy Scouts of America 45

Helps Webelos Scouts earn activity badges Provides instruction at Webelos den meetings The service is temporary and is not a registered BSA position Activity Badge Counselor Boy Scouts of America 46

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 Earning the Webelos Badge Boy Scouts of America 47

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 Earning the Arrow of Light Boy Scouts of America 48

Immediate – Webelos colors At pack meeting – Activity badges – Compass points emblem Belt loops and pins – Academics and Sports Recognition Boy Scouts of America 49

Opportunity for boys to discover new things Will be related to handbook advancement or the monthly Core Value Involve your field trip location contact Use a Tour Planning Checklist Remember the age group (10- to 11-year-olds) Have fun! The Field Trip Boy Scouts of America 50

Record Keeping Boy Scouts of America 51

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 Service Projects Webelos Activities Boy Scouts of America 52

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 * Webelos Scouts may not participate in activities or stay overnight Webelos-to-Scout Transition Boy Scouts of America 53

Be tolerant regarding boys’ increasingly busy schedules Recognize, and use, boys’ increasing independence Guide boys to Boy Scouts Additional Webelos Den Leader Secrets Boy Scouts of America 54

Boy leadership for Wolf, Bear and Webelos dens Help the den leader May lead activities Denner service teaches responsibility The Denner and Assistant Denner Boy Scouts of America 55

Boy Scout or Venturer leadership position for all dens Older boy influence Helps the den leader Leads activities Positive attitude Leads by example The Den Chief Boy Scouts of America 56

Review and Questions Boy Scouts of America 57