Welcome to
Cub Scout
Leader
Training
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The Cubmaster & Cub Den Leader
David Carlsen
Assistant Council Commissioner for LDS Units
[email protected]
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The Cub Scout Promise
I, (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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Great Books to Have
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Video Segment - Pack Organization
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The Cubmaster
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Provides overall pack leadership
Leads in planning the pack program
Leads monthly pack meetings
Coordinates pack membership, recruiting and
transition
Pack Organization Chart
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Cubmaster
Assistant Cubmaster
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The Cubmaster is Supported by the
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Pack committee
Chartered organization
District and council, through
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Commissioners
District Cub Scout roundtables
District committee
District executive
District training team
Pack Organization Chart
Chartered Organization
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Pack Committee
Pack Trainer
Cubmaster
Assistant Cubmaster
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Pack Organization Chart
Chartered Organization
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Pack Committee
Pack Trainer
Cubmaster
Assistant Cubmaster
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Tiger Cub Den Leaders
Cub Scout Den Leaders
Webelos Den Leaders
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Pack Organization Chart
Chartered Organization
Chartered Organization Representative
Pack Committee
Pack Trainer
Cubmaster
Assistant Cubmaster
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Tiger Cub Den Leaders
Cub Scout Den Leaders
Webelos Den Leaders
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Cubmaster Leadership Skills
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Working with the pack team
Effective communications
Understanding and working with boys
Projecting Cub Scout spirit
The Cub Scout Den Leader:
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Gives leadership to den program planning
Plans, prepares, and runs den meetings
Leads the den at pack events
Works with other pack leaders to ensure den
success
Participates in pack program planning
The Cub Scout Den Leader
Is Supported by the:
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Cubmaster
Pack committee
Chartered organization
District and council, through
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Commissioners
District Cub Scout roundtables
District committee
District executive
District training team
Pack Organization Chart
Chartered Organization
Chartered Organization Representative
Pack Committee
Pack Trainer
Cubmaster
Assistant Cubmaster
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Tiger Cub Den Leaders
Cub Scout Den Leaders
Webelos Den Leaders
Adult Partners
Assistant Den Leaders
Assistant Webelos Den Leaders
Den Chief
Den Chief
Leadership Skills for
Cub Scout Den Leaders
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Teamwork
Cooperation
Communication
Working with boys
Attitude
Setting the Example
Cub Scout Leader Recognition Plan
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Recognition for adult leaders who build quality
packs and dens that accomplish the purposes of
Cub Scouting
Requirements include tenure, completion of
training, and achievement of performance goals
Tiger Cub Den Leader Award
Cub Scout Den Leader Award
Webelos Den Leader Award
Cubmaster Award
Cub Scouter Award
The 10 Purposes of Cub Scouting
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Character Development
Spiritual Growth
Good Citizenship
Sportsmanship and fitness
Family understanding
Respectful relationships
Personal achievement
Friendly service
Fun and adventure
Preparation for Boy Scouting
Video Segment - Advancement in Cub
Scouting
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The Advancement Method
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Grade-related and progressive
An asset for parents
Parents’ roles change as boys mature
Tiger Cub Advancement
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Tiger Cub totem
Tiger Cub rank
Tiger Tracks
Parents are “adult partners” for all meetings and
activities.
Cub Scout Advancement
Tiger Cubs
Bobcat
Wolf
Bear
Arrow Points
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Webelos Advancement
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Points
Webelos badge
Activity badges
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The Arrow of Light
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Highest award in Cub Scouting
Tied to the Webelos-to-Scout transition
Cub Scout Uniforming
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Sense of belonging
Recognition
Identification with Scouting
Adult Cub Scout
Leader
Uniforms
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Summary: Advancement and Uniforming
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Advancement is grade-based and progressive
Parents are key to advancement for Tiger Cubs,
Wolf, and Bear Cub Scouts
Leaders are key to advancement for Webelos
Scouts
Leaders set uniforming example for all
Video Segment - Program Planning
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Planning in the Pack
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Built around monthly themes for Cub Scouts,
activities for Tiger Cubs, and activity badges for
Webelos Scouts
Themes tie each pack meeting together
Annual program planning conference
The monthly pack leaders’ meeting
Cub Scout Camping
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Day camp
Resident camp
Family camping
Pack camping
Be sure to include pack camping in your annual
program plans.
Cub Scout Pack Meetings
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Before the meeting
Gathering
Opening
Program
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Tiger Cub and Cub Scout den skits and stunts
Webelos den demonstrations
Games
Recognition
Closing
After the meeting
Cub Scout Den Meetings
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Before the meeting
Gathering
Opening
Business items
Activities
Closing
After the meeting
Successful Den Leaders Remember That:
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Action is better than inactivity.
Participation is better than watching.
Outdoors is more fun than indoors.
The unusual is more exciting than the usual.
The surprising is more interesting than the
expected.
The mysterious is more appealing than the
obvious.
The real thing is more appealing than a substitute.
Six Great Den Meeting Secrets
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Planned well in advance
Make good use of all leaders
Use Program Helps, Cub Scout Leader Book
Use pack people resources
Anticipate any behavior problems
Have FUN!
Great Den Leaders Know:
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Boys need a fast-moving program.
Energetic activities should be alternated with quiet
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“Hands-on” is better than lecture.
Boys will learn self-control when given
guidelines.
Codes of conduct work when used consistently.
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Have den rules.
Form alliances between parents and the den leader.
Want More Ideas?
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Look in Scouting Magazine
Attend monthly roundtable meetings
Visit the Council Scout Shop
Use online sites
Plan to attend Wood Badge
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Thank You
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Trainers
Participants
The Challenge
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Helping boys grow into good men takes a lot of
dedication and knowledge.
There may be times when you are disappointed or
discouraged.
Try to remember the goals we are striving to
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Character development
Citizenship training
Personal fitness
Let’s all do our best!
The Cub Scout Promise
I, (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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Do Your Best!
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