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2. This program follows the 21 st Century WoodBadge program for adult Leaders … but is developed for the 13-18 year old Scout Introducing…. The new National BSA Training Format for Leadership Development

3.  What is Silver Bear  The Goals of Silver Bear  Course Overview  Advisors & Staff  Staff Development Schedule  The Program  Opportunities to continue “The Promise” What is NYLT Silver Bear ?

4. What is Silver Bear NYLT ?  It’s an intense, 6-day, outdoor leadership training experience for youth leaders.  Its principle function is to help Scoutmasters by training their top boy leaders in the skills of leadership.  It utilizes The new National BSA Training Format for Leadership Development  It focuses on the ‘Aims of Scouting’  Participating Citizenship  Growth in Moral Strength and Character  Development in Physical, Mental and Emotional Fitness

5. The Goals of Silver Bear NYLT  To give participants the confidence and knowledge to run the Troop program.  Through activities, presentations, challenges, discussions and audio-visual support, NYLT participants will be engaged in a unified approach to leadership that will give them the skills and confidence to lead well.  To give participants the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with Scouts from other Troops.  To create an atmosphere where Scouts will experience Scouting at its best.  To enhance the relationship between the participant and his Scoutmaster.  To have FUN.

6. Course Overview A Month in the life of a Troop Patrols Experiencing the stages of team development Leadership requires vision, goals & planning A toolbox of leadership skills

7. Staff Course Director / SM SPL ASPL’s (Service & Program) Troop Guides (one per Patrol) ASM’s & QM Staff

8. Staff Development Course Director / SM & SPL –Three Staff Training Weekends

9. Initial Scoutmaster’s Minute The slogan for the JLT course is Be, Know, Do. As we make our way through this coming week, we will be exploring: The Be of leadership – finding your vision, setting goals, making ethical decisions, leading yourself and leading others.

10. Initial Scoutmaster’s Minute The slogan for the JLT course is Be, Know, Do. As we make our way through this coming week, we will be exploring: The Know of leadership – the skills of teaching and leading to help groups achieve their goals.

11. Initial Scoutmaster’s Minute The slogan for the JLT course is Be, Know, Do. As we make our way through this coming week, we will be exploring: The Do of leadership – a toolbox of methods for communicating effectively, solving problems, and resolving conflicts.

12. Initial Scoutmaster’s Minute It’s going to be an exciting journey full of discoveries, adventures,and friendship. Congratulations on your choice of attending NYLT Silver Bear and good luck as you make your way along the Be Know Do Trail.

13. Memory Tips

14. Video Clip – Day One Finding Your Vision

15. Video Clip – Day Two SMART Goals

29. Video Clip – Day Three Developing Your Team

31. Video Clip – Day Three The Leading EDGE

32. The Promise “ Adventure! “... Hiking along trails,... and camping under the open sky. “Smell fresh rain in the woods... “... Cook your meals over a camping stove. Travel the backcountry without leaving a trace, and live well with only what you carry in your pockets and pack... “... A doorway to friendship... Meet lots of other scouts along the way... A worldwide brotherhood... “Want to learn the skills that are used outdoors?... Find their way with a map and compass.. Stay warm and dry in stormy weather.. “... Observe wildlife close up and study nature all around them... “... Teach others what you know. Everyone helping everyone else – this is part of Scouting, too.

33. The Promise “...be prepared in time of need... “The small acts of kindness you perform every day.. Improve the lives of others. In an emergency, you will be ready.. “Outdoor adventures, service projects, leadership in your Patrol and Troop.. Experiences and responsibilities that will help you mature. “The Scout Oath and the Scout Law... “Finally, Scouting is fun. “[..Handbook] will tell you all you need to know. The rest is up to you.”

34. Video Clip – Day Six Patrol Presentations Quest for the Meaning of Leadership

35. Personal Vision