1. Webelos to Scout Transition

2. BSA Mission Statement
To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
The mission statement is the most basic explanation for the existence of BSA.
The aims of Scouting explore the three areas in the lives of young people where Scouting programs can have the greatest effect.
Why the emphasis on ‘Boy Scouting’, rather than ‘Cub Scouting’?. Remember, Boy Scouting in the US began in 1910, and was oriented toward older boys. With the early success of the Boy Scouts for boys 12 and over, there was popular demand for a "younger boy program" for the younger brothers of Scouts. Because of concerns that a younger boy program might have a negative effect on the fledgling Boy Scouts program, the BSA was very careful in their building a program for younger boys.
In 1916, Sir Robert Baden-Powell introduced the "Wolf Cub" program. The “Wolf Cub” program soon found its way to numerous communities in the Americas. There were also other 'younger boy' organizations such as the "Little Lodge" of the "Woodcraft Indians," the "Boy Pioneers," and the "Boy Rangers." Some BSA Boy Scout Troops were also sponsoring unofficial "Junior Troops" and "Cadet Corps." After 20 years of Boy Scouting in America, the "Cubbing Program " was officially introduced on February, 1930.

3. The Boy Scout Oath The Cub Scout Promise
On my honor, I will do my best to do my duty
to God and my country and to obey the Scout Law;
to help other people at all times;
to keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight
The Cub Scout Promise
I 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

4. The Scout Law A Scout is Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent.
The Cub Scout Law
The Cub Scout follows Akela. The Cub Scout helps the pack go. The pack helps the Cub Scout grow. The Cub Scout gives goodwill.
Distribute Appendix A—Aims/Methods of Scouting
Closely connected with its mission statement are the aims of Boy Scouts of America:
Character Development,
Citizenship Training
Mental and Physical Fitness.

5. 10 Purposes of Cub Scouting
Purposes map to points of Scout Oath and Law
Character development
Spiritual growth
Good citizenship
Sportsmanship and fitness
Family understanding
Respectful relationships
Personal achievement
Friendly service
Fun and adventure
Preparation for Boy Scouting
Cub Scouting purposes are focused in the Tiger, Wolf and Bear programs. In Tigers, we begin building the sense of unity and team simply by asking boys to wear the uniform. At each level, skills and activities, and the recognition for ‘doing your best’ are recognized.

6. Webelos Program Boys are preparing for Boy Scouts
Activity Badges earned in den setting
Webelos Leader Guide—fantastic resource
Use parent resources for activity badges
Webelos 1 - goal is Webelos Badge and Compass Points
Webelos 2 - goal is Arrow of Light and transition into Boy Scouts

7. Arrow Of Light The “Eagle” of Cub Scouting
This rank merits a special ceremony
Once the Webelos Badge is earned, the scout can begin work on the Arrow of Light Badge
This is one of only two Cub Scout awards that may be worn into Boy Scouting--the other is the Religious Emblem
Read statement on slide:
What do you think Citizenship Training means?

8. Arrow Of Light Requirements
1.  Be active in the Webelos den for at least six months,
and earn the Webelos badge
2.  Show knowledge of the requirements to become a Boy
Scout :
Repeat from memory and explain the Scout Oath or Promise and the 12 points of the Scout Law.  Tell how they have practiced them in everyday life
Give and explain the Scout motto, slogan, sign, salute and handshake
Understand the significance of the First Class Scout badge.  Describe its parts and tell what each stands for. 
Tell how a Boy Scout uniform is different from a Webelos Scout uniform
Tie the joining knot (square knot)

9. Arrow Of Light Requirements (cont)
3. Earn five more activity badges in addition to the three earned for the Webelos badge. 
Must include Fitness, Citizen, Readyman, Outdoorsman, at least one from Mental Skllls and Technology groups, and one of his choice.
4. With the Webelos den, visit a Boy Scout troop meeting and a Boy Scout-oriented outdoor activity.
5. Participate in a Webelos overnight campout or day hike.
6. Arrange to visit, with parent or guardian, a meeting of a Boy Scout troop the boy thinks he might like to join.  Have a conference with the Scoutmaster.
7. Complete the Honesty Character Connection.
Read statement on slide:
What do you think Mental & Physical Fitness Training means?

10. Webelos to Scout Transition
Webelos and Arrow of Light are not an ‘end’ in Scouting
The Scout is now ready to join the Boy Scout Troop
Cub Leaders should encourage Webelos to visit nearby troop to find a good “fit”
Webelos Leaders should plan many outings with Boy Scout Troops so the boys have a sense of continuation in scouting
Go over above.
Scouting motivates all youth members and adult leaders to work towards these goals.
Each of the three Scouting programs uses a set of fundamental methods
to meet its member’s hopes for fun and adventure,
to achieve Scouting’s aims of encouraging
character development, citizenship, and mental and physical fitness.

11. A successful transition involves….
Cubmasters
Develop relationships with Scoutmasters
Coordinate activities with troops
Work with Troops to secure Den Chiefs
Work with Troop leaders to plan overnight camps and other activities
Scoutmasters
Develop relationships with Cub Leaders
Select Den Chiefs
Offer equipment assistance to Webelos
Conduct Webelos orientation meetings/campouts
Provides Troop Activity calendar to each Webelo

12. A successful transition involves….
Commissioners
Facilitates good relationships between Packs and Troops
Through the Pack leadership, encourages each Webelo to
fill out Boy Scout Application
Promote ‘First Class in the First Year’ program
Work with Troop leaders to plan overnight camps and
other activities
District Webelos Transition Coordinator
Work with Packs to identify fifth-grade scouts
Coach Pack and Troop leadership on transition process
Reporting to Membership and District Committee
Work with Commissioner staff to follow-up on Scouts
who don’t join a troop
Goal is 100% Webelos transition

13. First Class in the First Year
Why this is important….
Facilitates the Webelos to Boy Scout conversion activity.
Teaches new Scouts the skills needed to function as a patrol during a weekend camping trip.
Provides a model for new Scout patrols to follow when planning for future camping trips.
Many ‘cool’ activities depend on age and / or rank
Age 13 or 14
First Class Rank
Boys who are not challenged / engaged in activities are more likely to drop in the first year.

14. First Class in the First Year
  'Scout' rank is the first advancement earned:
      1. Meet the age requirement of fifth grade or 11 years old, or have earned the Arrow of Light   2.  Complete a Boy Scout application
Requirement
Arrow of Light
Scout Rank
Pledge of Allegiance
Yes
Scout sign, salute, handshake
Square knot (joining knot)
Scout Oath, Law, motto, slogan and Outdoor Code
Describe Scout badge
Pamphlet Guide
Scoutmaster’s Conference No

15. First Class in the First Year
Webelos Skills
Tenderfoot
2nd Class
1st Class
Proper dress / gear for activity X
Camping / proper tent setup
Camp Cooking
Citizenship / American Flag handling
Fuse rope, knot tying
Scout Oath, Law, motto, slogan, Outdoor Code
Hiking / hiking safety / swimming safety
Physical Fitness tests
Plant / animal identification
First Aid
Ax / knife safety

16. Activity Badges vs. Merit Badges
Aquanaut
Swimming, Lifesaving
Artist
Art, Graphic Arts
Athlete
Athletics
Citizen
Community, Nation, World
Communicator
Communications
Craftsman
Wood Carving, Woodwork
Engineer
Engineering
Family Member
Family Life
Fitness
Personal Fitness
Forester
Forestry
Activity Badge
Merit Badge
Geologist
Geology
Handyman
Home Repair, Electricity
Naturalist
Nature
Outdoorsman
Camping, Hiking
Readyman
First Aid
Scholar
Scholarship
Scientist
Nuclear Science, Space Exploration, Weather
Showman
Music, Theater
Sportsman
Cycling, Golf, Sports
Traveler
Aviation, Railroading

17. Keys to a successful transition
Webelos Leader Training
Train for your position
Baloo / Web Outdoor Training
Complete required activity badges
early in Web 1 year
Fitness, Citizen, Readyman, Outdoorsman
Engage with your Boy Scout
Troops
Not just ‘feeder’ troops
Webelos are the ‘lifeblood’ of every troop!
Partner with the Scoutmaster
Get the boys outdoors !
Engage with your Cub Packs
Webelos Coordinator
Den Chiefs
Activity Calendar to each prospective
scout
‘First Class in the First Year’
Key to retention

18. First Class in the First Year
Introduce bridging to Boy Scouts in Web 1
Strong connection in Web 2
Late August
Letters to Cubmasters & Webelos Parents &
Leaders
Plan Joint Activities
October
Visit Troops –’Shop for best price’
November
Parent / Webelos Leader Introduction
Troop Activity / Overnighter

19. First Class in the First Year
January
Letters to Webelos Parents
Transition Process / Dates / Requirements
February
Blue & Gold / Crossover Ceremony
Create New Scout Patrol
Assign Experienced ASMs and Guides
March – April
Teach Scout Skills
Tenderfoot/Second Class
Camping Weekends

20. First Class in the First Year
June / July
Summer Camp – a ‘must do’ experience for
youth
September - February
Target First Class
Additional Skills Training
Additional Camping

21. BSA Mission Statement
To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.
The mission statement is the most basic explanation for the existence of BSA.
The aims of Scouting explore the three areas in the lives of young people where Scouting programs can have the greatest effect.
Why the emphasis on ‘Boy Scouting’, rather than ‘Cub Scouting’?. Remember, Boy Scouting in the US began in 1910, and was oriented toward older boys. With the early success of the Boy Scouts for boys 12 and over, there was popular demand for a "younger boy program" for the younger brothers of Scouts. Because of concerns that a younger boy program might have a negative effect on the fledgling Boy Scouts program, the BSA was very careful in their building a program for younger boys.
In 1916, Sir Robert Baden-Powell introduced the "Wolf Cub" program. The “Wolf Cub” program soon found its way to numerous communities in the Americas. There were also other 'younger boy' organizations such as the "Little Lodge" of the "Woodcraft Indians," the "Boy Pioneers," and the "Boy Rangers." Some BSA Boy Scout Troops were also sponsoring unofficial "Junior Troops" and "Cadet Corps." After 20 years of Boy Scouting in America, the "Cubbing Program " was officially introduced on February, 1930.

22. Questions ?
Gary Brueningsen