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Training Courses for Cub Scout Leaders

A quick look at all the opportunities for Cub Scout Leaders to learn new skills and gain a better understanding of the Scouting program.

What to expect at each course, what quality of training awaits them and what leaders might get out it. The focus is on: How will this benefit my pack, my den and my son.

Also, I’ll try to forecast the cost, both in dollars and in time. Good Cub Scout leaders tend to be the busiest people and their time is precious. The time to take these courses has to come from somewhere: your pack or den duties, your family, your (paid) job or some other part of your life. Child care is also important to consider when considering taking a training course, so always take time away from home into your plans.

Fast Start
An introduction to Cub Scouting for Cubmasters and den leaders. The quality of the latest online version is excellent and even if you are a trained leader, it’s worth reviewing again.
Who should take it? Everyone, including committee and parents. (It would be great if there were versions for committee members and parents as well.)
Cost: Free and takes about 20 minutes on a computer.
Form: Relaxed, at your pace.
Bill’s advice: A must for all leaders. The descriptions of den and pack meetings are valuable additions. However, beware of older versions, especially the VHS varieties.

Basic: New Leader Essentials and Job Specific.
The fundamentals of the Scouting program and job descriptions for each specific leadership position: Tiger DL, Cub Scout DL, Webelos Scout DL, Cubmaster and Committee member. Both courses usually run concurrently.
Who should take it? All leaders and committee members. Take the Job Specific for your current position. You hold only one position – right?
Cost:Usually free. Put on several times a year, local within your district and takes about 4 hours total for both courses.
Form: Generally relaxed but sort of dull.
Bill’s advice: These two courses cover some essentials that you will need to make your Cub Scout program succeed. They are not the most exciting Scout training, yet are better than reading the Cub Scout Leader Book cover to cover, and you will get to meet and talk to other Scouters. The quality doesn’t vary much from district to district but some trainers do add some sparkle and fun. The videos are not up-to-date on Tiger advancement and some den leaders find them patronizing and condescending. A new version is scheduled for Fall 2007 that
promises to be much improved.

Cub Scout Roundtables
A monthly get together of Cub Scout leaders in your district where you exchange ideas, learn about activities you might use at your next month’s den and pack meetings, and other resources available from your council and district.
Who should take go? All leaders and committee members.
Cost:Almost always free. Put on locally within your district one week day evening per month for about two hours max. A very few provide child care.
Form: Varies from party-like to a visit to a visit to your dentist.
Bill’s advice: The quality of Roundtables I have visited varies widely from district to district and from year to year within the same district. Some are excellent, full of hilarious activities that yet are geared to the ideals of Scouting. Others are ugly-dull, full of infantile cute craft work and long, boring announcements. Most fall somewhere in between. Best advice: go to one. If you find that it helps and is worth your time, continue. If not, stay home with your family and get your advice from Program Helps, the How-To-Book, Baloo's Bugle and this website. Occasionally check back in to see if things have improved. At the very least you will get to mingle with other Cub Scouters.

Pow Wow or University of Scouting
A yearly workshop seminar, offering a variety of sessions of activities for Cub Scouters. Usually includes things like games, ceremonies, projects, outdoor stuff, pack admin, pack meetings and, often a lot more.
Who should take it? All leaders and committee. Den Chiefs at some councils.
Cost:From $5 to $20 depending on whether it includes lunch, a book or CD and project materials. It takes a full day (typically Saturday) locally within your council. A few provide child care.
Form: Happy and party-like. Relaxed and genial.
Bill’s advice: Go! These provide some of the best Cub Scout training I have seen. They are mostly staffed by the best trainers available in each council. Many offer wide selection of topics so, if you go as a group, try to cover as many as is practicable. There is often a feeling of excitement and fellowship at these events that many leaders find uplifting and rewarding. Take a camera, notebook or recorder. They are almost always fun and worth the money and time.

Den Chief Training Conference
A workshop that teaches Den Chiefs leadership skills and activities they can use with Cub Scouts and Webelos. In many councils it is part of their Pow Wow of University of Scouting.
Who should take it? All den chiefs and den leaders who use them.
Cost:Usually $10-$20 (includes lunch) but can use up a whole Saturday.
Form: Varied – but mostly fun and genial.
Bill’s advice: Transportation for most is a problem so plan to take them but stay there and learn what they learn.

BALOO
How to plan, organize and run a pack camp out.
Who should take it? At least one member of your pack committee but several would be better. If your pack camps, it’s a must.
Cost:Typically $5 for food.
Form: Often indoors, relaxed and low key.
Bill’s advice: If your pack camps, send as many people as practicable. The less camping experience they have, the better. The idea is to make pack camping easy and comfortable for all families. No pressure.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training (OWL)
Provides both current and future Webelos Leaders with an understanding of the Webelos Outdoor Program, with current information and basic skills training they can use to plan, organize and conduct an exciting and interesting program for Webelos Scouts that is consistent with the policies and health and safety guidelines of both the National Council.
Who should take it? All Webelos Leaders, assistants and leaders of Bear dens who plan continue into the Webelos program.
Cost:Typically $15-$25. Takes a full weekend at a council camp and may require basic camping equipment.
Form: Somewhat regimented and not as relaxed as a lot of training. Genial and cheerful mood throughout.
Bill’s advice: An absolute must for Webelos Leaders. Even the most experienced campers will get something out of it. There will be lots of time to meet and interact with other WLs.

Youth Protection Training:
The BSA places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. All Cub Scout and Boy Scout adult volunteers should take this course. It covers the BSA's Youth Protection policies, kinds of abuse, signs of abuse, how to respond to disclosure of abuse, and proper reporting procedures.
Who should take it? Every leader must take it, all parents should.
Cost: Free
Form: On line, at your pace.
Bill’s advice: There is no reason to miss this one. Take it every two years.

Safe Swim / Safety Afloat
Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.
Safety Afloat has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat Training, have a commitment card with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat.
Who should take it? If your pack goes into or on the water, these are musts. Webelos den leaders should take both for Aquanaut Activity Badge.
Cost: Free
Form: On line, at your pace.
Bill’s advice: If your pack doen't swim or boat, I feel sorry for your boys.

National Camp School
How to Administer and Lead Cub Scout Day and Resident camps.
Who should take it? Camp administrators and program directors. (Required for certification)
Cost: Fees (high) may be paid by the council but it takes an extended weekend and may entail considerable travel.
Form: Very intense but one continuous party.
Bill’s advice: Probably the most fun I have had at any training.

Philmont Training Center (PTC)
A week long training in the New Mexico Rockies. Courses: Putting "Pizzazz" into Cub Scouting, Cub Scout Outdoor Program, Strictly for Cubmasters, Cub Scout Roundtables, New Directions in Membership Growth, Training Cub Scout Leaders, Webelos Scout Program, Connecting Character with Cub Scouting, Leading Pack Camping, Supercharging Den and Pack Programs, Webelos Scout Program.
Who should take it? Anyone who lives Scouting
Cost: Fees for the week are$405, $285 for spouses and children over 20; $230 for ages 6-20; $145 for ages 3-5; and $50 for 2 and under. Mountain Trek or NAYLE is $305. Also travel expenses and time to New Mexico. (varies from year to year)
Form: Very relaxed and easy. Good family atmosphere with lots of free time to explore and meet other Scouters. The youth and spouse programs are excellent.
Bill’s advice: I’ve gone to PTC four times and thoroughly enjoyed each one. The staff is made up of top people from across the country. A huge advantage is that your whole family may go with you – think of it as a family Scouting vacation.

Wood Badge
Wood Badge provides high level leadership training that provides the leadership skills to make a difference. It comprises a six day course (mostly two extended weekends) followed by an application phase that lasts several months.
Who should take it? Serious Scouters.
Cost: About $200 plus a significant commitment in time. Local within your council.
Form: Very intense. Serious and goal directed.
Bill’s advice: Most people obtain great personal benefit from the experience. The leadership skills are applicable to much non-Scouting activities as well. I’m not sure how much your pack will gain from having a leader attend.

This was originally written for Baloo's Bugle

Cub Scout Leader Training
Cub Scout Leader Training begins with the Fast Start program. This new interactive on-line program will acquaint the new Cub Scout leader with the basic information about their position. It also enhances the video based training available from your pack. Talk to your Cubmaster or Committee Chair about the video. If they do not have it, you can check it out from the Council Service Center.

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training gets you up to speed in your new Cub Scout position. This training is focused on teaching the new leader, or leader in a new position, just how easy and fun Cub Scouting can be! This training is offered in five different formats, taylor made for you and your busy schedule. All formats are less than 3 hours, and are offered for Tiger Den Leaders, Cub Scout Den Leaders, Webelos Den Leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack Committee Members. Assistant leaders should take the training for the leader position they are assisting.
This is the most important training for any leader or committee member to take.
New Leader Essentials is is an introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached at an age appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting Varsity Scouting and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforcement are presented during the 90 minute training session. Ideally, all unit based volunteers - Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout and Venturing leaders - take this session at the same time, so they understand that they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve. Each leader completes New Leader Essentials training only once.
Once you have completed New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Leader Specific Training for your position, you are a Trained Cub Scout leader and can wear the Trained patch for your position!

Omnibus Training (everything on one day) The training is for all new or untrained leaders. Already trained leaders do not need to repeat the training, but a welcome to come along. It begins with New Leader Essentials from 8:30-10. All leaders of any level (Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing) are required to take this class. It does not replace the Fast Start training in the Pack, Troop, Team or Crew. That should be taken as soon as a leader signs up.
Then, each leader position has position specific training.

For Cub Scout leaders, the choices are: Tiger Cub Den Leader, Den Leader, Webelos Den Leader, Pack Committee, or Cubmaster. At this point, the CS Leader is fully trained. They may want to attend supplemental training (see below).

For Boy Scout Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, Then, they need another 2.5 hours and an Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills class offered in the spring, to be fully trained.

For Boy Scout Troop Committee members, the position specific training is the Troop Committee Challenge class that runs from 10:15-1:15. Then they are fully trained.

Pow Wow is a fun filled day of learning specific information you can immediately bring back to use in running your den or pack programs. You register for one and two hour classes in subjects like Cub Cooking, Neckerchief Slides, Nature Crafts, Woodcarving, Leather work, Songs, Blue and Gold Creations, Cubmaster Workshop, etc. Lunch is included in the price. Join us as we have fun learning!

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) Training focuses on teaching the new Cub Scout Leader with minimal camping experiencing how to plan and carry out an entry level outdoor experience for the pack.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training focuses on teaching the new Webelos Leader how to prepare for, plan and run a quality outdoor event for Webelos aged Scouts. This course requires an overnight stay.
Roundtable:Conducted monthly, enables Leaders to have fun and fellowship while learning new skills for the following month's program.

Youth Protection Training: This training is suggested to be completed at least every two years. It is necessary for at least one person in every unit (Pack, Troop, Crew or Team) and every merit badge councilor. It is good for 2 years and then you need to take it again.

Den Chief Training:For both the Den Chief and the Den Leader. Full of fun, excitement, and information to help these Scouts to a good job.
Philmont Training: National training courses held at the Philmont Scout Ranch near Cimarron, New Mexico, these conferences offer a variety of training sessions for both Leaders and Trainers who must be recommended by their local Council. Conference attendance is by invitation only. Talk to your District Executive for more information.

Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat Training: required by leaders before taking youth on any aquatic or boating activities. It is necessary for at least one person in every unit (Pack, Troop, Crew or Team) so that unit can do water events. It is self led training with a video.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills: Outdoor skills are critical to the success of the Scouting program, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to start a program right. Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and Varsity Scout coaches. The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is also ideal for Venturing leaders because it focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will teach Boy Scout Leaders (and Varsity Leaders, or anyone else who
wants to come) the outdoor oriented and first aid skills the boys learn to become First Class. It teaches
these skills in just the same way you are expected to teach the boys---from the Boy Scout Handbook.

The course is a day and a half long, but a leader can move at an accelerated pace by demonstrating mastery of a specific skill. The emphasis is on the skill, rather than on attending the course.

An Effective Leader is a TRAINED Leader.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
CUB SCOUTING Connecting Character with Cub Scouting Learn how character development and character connections can impact your Cub Scouting program in advancement, training, activities, family programs, pizzazz, finance, and membership development. Use Cub Scouting’s Twelve Core Values. Course is for den & pack leaders; district, & council Cub Scout leaders: unit commissioners; and unit-serving and program professionals. June 25-July 1 Cub Scout Outdoor Program This conference is a must for council and district volunteer and career Scouters involved in Cub Scouting outdoor activities. Participants will share ideas to enhance outdoor program for boys and families, including pack camping, Webelos overnights, family camping, day camp, and resident camp. June 25-July 1 Cub Scout Roundtables This enlightening and entertaining conference, for roundtable commissioners and staff members wtl provide keys to success and fun. You will participate in roundtable planning, resource identification, trying out teaching methods, and pro-notion ideas. Discussions and the exchange of ideas will provide a rich repository of ideas for successful and fun year-round rourdtables. June 25-July 1; July 30-Aug 5 Leading Pack Camping An expanded version of the Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO), this conference is designed to give Cub Scout leaders the tools to successfully lead pack campouts. Learn planning techniques, fun and creative outdoor activities, equipment selection, quick and easy cooking, nature fun, safety procedures, BSA policies regarding pack camping, and much more in this exciting conference. July 30-Aug 5 New Directions in Membership Growth Learn effective methods that a council, district, and pack can use to market Cub Scouting. Development of community resources, techniques for recruiting and retaining boys and adults, and promotion of program and activities are included. This conference is for anyone interested in creative ways to market the Cub Scouting program. June 25-July 1 Putting “Pizzazz” into Cub Scouting This conference will give the participant the little extras that make Cub Scouting come alive. Learn the secrets of the trade in providing a quality age appropriate program that has everyone coming back for more. This is a new conference that will have excitement around every turn. June 25-July 1 Strictly for Cubmasters This conference offers everything Cubmasters and prospective Cubmasters ever wanted to know about their responsibilities, including, but not limited to, delivering a quality pack program, the charter renewal process, Webelos-to-Scout transition, conducting the pack meeting, practical ideas for ceremonies, monthly themes, and keeping the pack program energized. June 25-July 1; July 30-Aug 5 Supercharging Den and Pack Programs Explore effective methods used to develop quality den and pack program ideas. This conference explores the techniques that Tiger Cub, Wolf, and Bear den leaders can use to improve den programs and increase parent involvement. This conference is primarily directed at Tiger Cub, Wolf, and Bear den leaders, as well as Cubmasters and other key pack leaders. Commissioners and district Cub Scouters will also benefit. July 30-Aug 5 Training Cub Scout Leaders This conference will provide an in-depth review of adult leader training, with a special emphasis on implementing New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Leader Training. Practical techniques for developing training teams, delivering training, and reaching untrained leaders will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to review successful training programs, and create a plan of action to strengthen training in their own districts and councils. June 25-July 1; July 30-Aug 5 Webelos Scout Program For council, district, and pack leaders who work with the Webelos Scout program, this conference emphasizes leader training, den and pack structure, advancement, activities, and Webelos overnight camping. July 30-Aug 5 COUNCIL AND DISTRICT OPERATIONS Commissioner Administration for Quality Scouting For Council and District Commissioners and their assistants, includes the role of key Scouters in building and operating a successful Commissioner Staff dedicated to helping units succeed. Learn how to recruit, train, assign, and coach Unit Commissioners. Offers ideas on Commissioner Lifesaving and many other topics. Breakout sessions for Council Commissioners. June 11-17; July 16-22; July 23-29 Council and District Activities Leadership Members of Council and District activities, Good Turn for America Chairman, and event chairman will learn how to plan and produce Scout shows, recognition dinners, civic service projects, camporees, and other Council events utilizing balanced activities management. June 11-17 Council Key 3 - Lead Scouting to the Future Great team building experience for Council Presidents, Council Commissioners, and Scout Executives. Topics include board management, building effective districts, quality program, membership growth, volunteer/professional reiationships, compensation and benefits, long range plans, Council and District operations, Commissioner Service, endowment, council fundraising, and asset management. Provides breakout sessions for Council Presidents and Council Commissioners including “Hot Issues” from participants. Develop individual Key 3 action plans. (Course restricted to complete Council Key 3 Teams) July 23-29 District Committees That Work For district vice chairmen, operating committee chairs, and district committee members. This conference features the latest tools and techniques for successful district operation including membership, training, camping, activities, advancement, and finance operating committees. Features coordinated district committee meetings, volunteer recruiting, and personal action plans for participants. The conference highlights successful district operations where membership grows and units succeed in providing a quality program for youth. June 11-17 District Key 3 - A Leadership Team Great team-building opportunity for district chairmen, district commissioners, and district executive teams. Features the role of the District Key Three and how its members relate in operating a successful district, Idea sharing and problem solving. Explores successful district operation techniques, recruiting district volunteers, and many other topics. Individual Key-3s develop back-home action plans. A scholarship is available for District Executives attending this conference with both their District Chairman and District Commissioner. (Course restricted to comp’ete District Key 3 teams.). June 11-17; July 16-22; July 23-29 Health and Safety/lRisk Management The National BSA Health and Safety Service developed this conference with the support of the Risk Management Service, It will feature the latest policies and programs related to Health and Safety, Risk Management, Camp Standards, employee safety, and compliance issues with regulating agencies such as OS HA, EPA, and ADA. This course is designed for Council Health and Safety and Risk Management chairmen, camp nepection team members, area/regional camp appraisers, camp directors, and directors of Gamping. July 30-Aug 5 The Unit Commissioner - Meeting Unit Needs For unit commissioners prepared to set a positive example in quality service to chartered organization and Scouting units. Features effective unit visits, unit leader counseling skills, unit charter renewal steps, commissioner priorities, unit problem solving, leader development, the National Quality Unit Award, and commissioner lifesaving. Completion of Commissioner Basic Training is a prerequisite. June 11-17; July 16-22; July 23-29 Training Management Seminar Members of district and council volunteer training committees will learn how to plan, promote, and administer programs so that unit leaders get trained. Features the 8 parts of a districtlcouncil training plan, provides profiles of all unit program level courses, and how to recruit and train good trainers. Lots of problem solving, training lab experiences, and a short adaptation of “Good to Great.” June 11-17; July 23-29 Membership Growth Ideas for Districts & Councils This new conference is specially designed for district and council membership committees, commissioners, leaders, and others who are responsible for membership growth in the district or council. They will learn about growth from new units, growth from youth recruitment, growth from program transition, growth from stopping dropped units, and growth from increasing tenure. Emphasis on school access and sharing creative ideas for involving more youth in the Scouting program. July 23-29 VENTURING Delivering the Venturing Program This course will provide detailed information on how to administer Venturing at the Council and District levels and how to deliver it to the Unit level. Subjects will include: How to conduct an impact event, how to administer the Venturing advancement program, Crew Open Houses, training youth officers, best methods from around the country and Venturing resources. Aug 6-12 High Adventure and Sports for Crew Program For any Venturing volunteer or professional. This course will teach you how to access high adventure resources and use consultants in your community. The course material will help any crew Advisor implement a successful Ranger program. Aug 6-12 Sea Scouting Sea Scout Leaders at the unit, district, and council level will enjoy this comprehensive look into successful Ship Operations, working with the district and council, regional and national resources and events. Participants will gain valuable insights and best methods from around the country. Aug 6-12 Training Venturing Leaders This course focuses on developing an effective Venturing training team; training and developing trainers, planning to achieve 100% trained leaders, and effective training techniques. The five-session Adult Venturing Leader Basic Training will be the syllabus. Aug 6-12 Venturing — The Crew Venturing crew level volunteers will receive detailed information about how to plan and run successful meetings, activities, and open houses. They will learn how to train and motivate youth officers, how to run a successful advancement program, and be taught portions of the Adult Leaders Basic Training and Venturing Leadership Skills Course. Aug 6-12 Venturing — Council & District Administration Learn how to successfully implement the Venturing program in their council and district. All literature and resources will be highlighted, as well as specific ways that the Venturing advancement program works in a unit. The staff will share “best methods” from around the country. Aug 6-12 Venturing Programming for Religious Groups Learn all about the new Religious Life “top award”. Discover Venturing resources available to support religious youth groups and how Districts and Councils can implement them. This is a great course for professionals and volunteers. Aug 6-12 Kodiak and Kodiak-X Be introduced to Venturing’s new leadership courses. You will actually experience all leadership commissions. You will be ready to teach others in your Council how to administer these new courses at the Council level. Aug 6-12 RELATIONSHIPS Membership/Relationships Committee For council and district Scouters responsible for membership growth and building relationships with current or potential chartered organizations. Includes how to organize and motivate council relationships and district membership committees, organize Scouting units, recruit volunteers, and market Scouting as a resource for communitybased organizations to use to serve the youth. July 16-22 Religious Emblems for Youth and Adults An overview of the Religious emblems programs from the various faith groups. The program will cover how religious emblems may be used to supplement program in units and districts, and hoa they may be used for new unit sales. The course is open to registered Scouters. July 16-22 Scouting in the Catholic Church Will equip participants to administer programs and activities to promote Scouting resources for outreach and ministry to Catholic children. Designed primarily for Scout Chaplains, Clergy, (Arch) Diocesan, or Parish Youth Ministers, NCCS Standing Committee, Regional Leadership, and Religious Activities Emblems Counselors. July 16-22 Scouting in the Church’s Ministry Designed to equip church leaders, elders, youth ministers to use Scouting as a resource in their ministry to youth and families. Denominational forums will be provided. July 16-22 Scouting in the Jewish Community Will introduce and share proven methods of increasing the use of the Scouting program by Jewish organizations and strengthening Jewish committees and task forces in support of councils. Will review the status of Jewish committees, suggest goals and priorities for local committees, and review concerns of Jewish institutions. Aug 6-12 Scouting for the Home Schooled The number of home-schooled youth is growing throughout America, and Scouting is a natural means of providing curriculum support and peer activities which are needed to become an educated person This conference is for all who wish to learn how to use the Scouting program to enrich home-teaching programs. Sept 17-23 United Methodist Scouter’s Workshop Designed for Chartered Organization Representatives, pastors, directors of youth ministry, Scout leaders, youth workers, annual conference coordinators, and those interested in the use of Scouting to minister to the youth of the church’s community. Provides information on how to fine-tune the Scouting program in order to use the aims and methods of Scouting to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Methodist Church. July 16-22 SCOUTING IN THE LDS CHURCH Scouting in the LDS Church **By Division Invitation Only Administrative training for stake presidencies to include how the Church uses Scouting to accomplish its objectives with boys and young men. Review of the organization and administration of the BSA council and National structure. Contact the LDS Relationships Office @ 801-530-0004 July 1-7; July 8-14	BOY SCOUTING Boy Scout Advancement This conference is designed to train Scouters who are responsible for managing Boy Scout advancement in their councils and districts. Topics include the Eagle Scout process from service projects to appeals; how to build a quality merit badge program; current advancement policies: and resources for troops to strengthen their advancement program. June 18-24; Aug 13-19 Boy Scout Roundtables When you think you know all you need to know to conduct high-quality Boy Scout roundtables, it is time to attend this conference. The program is built around a forum of experienced roundtable commissioners who address roundtable ideas and lead discussions about problem-solving techniques. Aug 11-19 Climbing and Rappelling * This conference has been developed to support council and district volunteers in teaching safe climbing techniques to Scout leaders and Scouts. Participants may qualify as a climbing instructor, director or inspector. Participants will be divided into two groups based on their skill level. This conference involves rock climbing and requires that each participant pass the Philrnont backcountry physical. (Participants will not have an opportunity to be with their family and spouses during the week.) Sept 17-23 Creating the Great Adventure Scouting is a great adventure, It is about fun, It is about opening new horizons, It is about going new places. And it is about learning to navigate the pathway of life. You’ll find these answers and much more in the fantastic new BSA material. Come join us as we explore the possibilities that spring from these wonderful resources for Scoutmasters. They are certain to light up our 21st century Scouts. Aug 13-19 Developing Supplemental Training Courses Participants will learn how to develop lesson plans on existing and all future training courses. You will learn how to develop additional training courses to supplement their Council’s existing courses. June 4-10 High-Adventure Trek Planning * This conference is designed to help prepare council, district, and unit Scouters for developing and implementing high-adventure programs for Scouts. The conference includes topics of safety, liability, travel pen-nits, transportation, and pre-trek training. The conference will include planning and conducting a backcountry trek during the week. The conference also involves backpacking and requires that each participant pass the Philmont backcountry physical. Strong Boy Scout camping skills are a prerequisite for participation. (Participants will not have an opportunity to be with their family and spouses during the week.) Sept 17-23 Building Strong Scout Troops This conference will provide a forum to discuss strategies for increasing the number of youth who want to join the program and what we can do to keep them in the program after they join. Come join the fun as we explore how to offer the young men in our communities a part in the Great Adventure, June 18-24 Geocache and Scouting This course teaches Boy Scout Leaders how to use this new sport to enhance their troop in a number of ways. Participants will learn to use GPS technology and geocaching to add excitement to their troop operations while supporting traditional Scouting skills and Values. The course will culminate with the participant’s own recruiting and retention plan to take back home, using geocaching to help exceed the membership goals of their units. June 18-24 National Advanced Youth Leader Experience NAYLE (6 sessions) * The NAYLE is the brand new training experiences for youth leaders, It is conducted for older Scouts. Qualifications are: First Class rank or higher, 14 years of age by opening day of course, but not yet 18, completion of Council JLT or YLT course, willingness to become a youth trainer for the local council, proficiency in Scouting skills, and meets Philmont’s Level A physical requirements. June 18-24; June 25-July 1; July 2-8; July 9-15; July 16-22; July 23-29 New Youth Leadership Training Continuum This conference will present the philosophy of the new council NYLT and its relationship to the other components in the YLT process. We will discuss how to use the Scoutmaster Youth Leader Training Kit and the patrol method to develop youth leaders who can most benefit from the new council program. Topics will include how to recruit and develop a staff; the role of the Scoutmaster in the process; and how to address discipline challenges and Scouts with underdeveloped camping skills. June 11-17; June 18-24 Order of the Arrow LLDC Through this session, advisers will become familiar with and understand the fundamental need for the Lodge Leadership Development Conference, The LLDC training is designed to orient lodge and chapter leaders to the work of the lodge and how it can function to fulfill the Mission and Purpose of the Order of the Arrow in the local council. The planning and training skills needed to deliver the LLDC and evaluate its effectiveness will also be emphasized. June 18-24 Project COPE Director Training * Project COPE features seven major goals; teamwork, communication, trust, decision making, problem solving, leadership, and self-esteem. This conference is designed to help Scouters refine their understanding of how to deliver COPE programs which achieve these goals. Participants may qualify as a BSA COPE instructor, director or inspector. Participants must be in excellent physical condition. Sept 17-23 Scouting and Conservation USA * This conference will explore how to create give leadership to conservation projects that help Scouting’s youth better understand their environment and how to manage for future generations. Participants will learn how to work with federal and state land management agencies. The conference will involve field work to back up the classroom activity. Participants must be in excellent physical condition. Aug 13-19 Strictly for Scoutmasters Scoutmasters will discuss proven and new methods for enhancing the quality of their troop. Subjects will include making boy-led troops a reality; 21° century youth leader training and strengthening the patrol method; making Scouting available for more boys; new high-adventure opportunities; and more games and processes for making ethical decisions. Only Scouters who are Scoutmasters should register for this conference. June 4-10; June 18-24; Aug 13-19; Sept 17-23 Strictly for Boy Scout Trainers Boy Scout leader training is a keystone in creating programs that capture a boy’s imagination and keep him engaged during his teen years. Conference participants will have opportunities to build presentation skills and explore the Boy Scout training continuum from Fast Start through Wood Badge and supplemental training opportunities. June 4-10; June 18-24; Aug 13-19; Sept 17-23 Teaching Advanced Outdoor Skills * Attendees will be prepared to teach other Scouters the outdoor skills needed for extended-stay outdoor activities without spending a fortune on equipment. This conference involves some backpacking and requires that each participant pass the Philmont backcountry physical. Strong Boy Scout camping skills are a prerequisite for participation. (Participants will not have an opportunity to be with their family and spouses during the week.) Sept 17-23 Teaching Basic Outdoor Skills This conference is designed for district and council Scouters who are responsible for training adult unit leaders. The conference focuses on how to use the Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills training syllabus to help new Scouters become comfortable with their outdoor skills and effectively deliver the Boy Scout outdoor program. Conferees will develop their presentation skills and learn about the effectiveness of various methods for presenting the outdoor skills training as they present short teaching segments and share their ideas. June 4-10; June 18-24; Aug 13-19 Teaching Leave No Trace * Designed to train Scouters how to teach other Scouters to conduct low-impact outdoor activities based on the principles of Leave No Trace. This conference involves backpacking and requires that each participant pass the Phiimont backcountry physical. Strong Boy Scout camping skills are a prerequisite for participation. (Participants will not have an opportunity to be with their family and spouses during the week.) Sept 17-23 Troop Operations - The Relation Between the Committee, Scoutmaster and Scout Successful troop operations depend on a coordinated effort of the Scoutmaster, the Troop Committee, and the Patrol Leaders Council. The primary focus of this conference will be the interactive roles of the troop committee and Scoutmaster as they relate to several key areas — advancement, leadership development, program pianning and logistical support necessary to operate a Scout troop. Come join the fun in this forum exchanging ideas, experiences and successes. June 11-17; Sept 17-23 Using the Scout Oath & Law in Your Unit This conference explores how to transform stressful daily life experiences into teaching moments that help Scouts see the value of day-today living by the Scout Oath and Law. We will examine how to help Scouts use their experiences in Scouting, home and school to build a set of values that better prepares them to make ethical decisions throughout their lives. Aug 13-19 Webelos Scout to First Class Scout This conference focuses on conducting the new outdoor leader training that is required for Cub Scout and Boy Scout adult leaders. We will explore techniques to reduce the stress of taking young Scouts into the great outdoors for their first Scout camping experience, and we will discuss conducting events with a minimum of risk. June 18-24 Wilderness First Aid The wilderness first aid conference will teach participants how to deal with situations requiring first aid in remote areas including methods for evacuating the patient. Participants will be issued a card in American Red Cross Wilderness First Aid Basic. Because this conference will be conducted in, the Philmont backcountry participants must pass the Philmont backcountry physical and will not have an opportunity to be with their spouses and family during the week. Sept 17-23 Working w/ Scouts WI Special Needs This conference offers ideas for developing Boy Scout programs that can meet the needs of youth who have physical, mental, or emotional impairments. The conferees will learn how to use these ideas to help their councils develop programs that serve this special group of youth. June 18-24 FINANCE SUPPORT Endowment Fellowship Week This special seminar is available only to James E. West Fellows and 1910 society members and their families. This week features half-day sessions on financial planning topics including retirement planning, parental care, and tax-free education funding. Special tours of Philmont will be given to participants. June 4-10 Running a Successful FOS Campaign and More This new course will help provide the foundation for a fun and successful finance campaign for your Council and/or District. Through examples, brainstorming sessions, and your fellow participants, you will gain the needed knowledge tc help make financing your program easy. June 4-10 Major Gifts/Endowment For volunteers & professional who have responsibility for planned giving. Covers planned giving concepts and techniques, prospect identification, marketing strategies, donor recognition, and basic tax information. Resources and staff support available from the BSA are also covered. Conference is conducted by the Finance Support Division and the Regional Endowment Counsel. June 4-10 PROPERTIES Utilizing Council Properties Designed to provide the property volunteer with an appreciation of the issues associated with property management. Includes Facilities/Capital Planning, Property evaluation, facility design, camp layout, environmental issues, and products and supplies. Sept 17-23 SCOUTREACH Carambal Serving Your Booming HispanicAmerican/Latino Market - Are you scratching your head wondering how to serve your booming Hispanic community? Come to our Scoutreach session and learn some smart approaches in the areas of strong Hispanic chartered organizations, sports-based programs that work, and recruiting the right volunteers. Afterwards, you won’t have to say “iCaramba! “— Good Gracious! June 4-10 International Scouting This conference will be of interest and benefit to volunteers, professionals, and local council international representatives. International guests offer delighiful and educational insights of the Scouting movement in their respective countries. Detailed information on the World Scout Movement, international Scouting events, the role and responsibilities of the international representative will be offered. July 30-Aug 5 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES Advanced District Administration June 4-10 Administration of Learning for Life June 25-July 1 Professional Development Level 2 July 23-29 People Management I July 23-29 Professional Development Conferences are offered by CDP in Dallas. You must sign up through them at 817-430-5300. * Requires a valid, signed, Philmont Level A Medical Record

Bill Smith's Unofficial Cub Scout Roundtable A compendium of Ideas For Cubmasters, Den Leaders and those who help them. Making your program fun and worthwhile.
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