Cub Scout Committee Training

Table of Contents

Cub Scouting for Boys 8 through ………………………..………Page 2

The Cub Scout Promise - The Law of the Pack and the Cub Scout Motto

Pack Committee Organization and Responsibilities……...….…Page 4

Key Functions of the Pack Committee

The Three Month Plan

The Paperwork of Cub Scouting…………………………………Page 32

Types of Forms

Pack Organizational Chart ……………………………………… Page 32

Pack Finances………………………………………………………Page 33

Advancement…………………………………..……..……………Page 34

Pack Committee Meeting……………………….…………………Page 39

Meeting Agenda

Adult Cub Scout Training…………………..………….…………Page 41

Training

Roundtable

Youth Protection Training & Guidelines

Sexual Abuse

Standards of Youth Protection

Cub Scout Recognition Plan………………………….……………Page 43

The Outdoor Program & BSA Policy……………….……………Page 52

Tour Permits

Transportation

Unauthorized & Restricted BSA Activities

Day Camp

Planning the Annual Pack Program……………….……….………Page 55

How the Yearly Scouting Calendar is achieved

Unit Awards…………………………………….………...….………Page 64

Resources to Help You Do Your Job….................................………Page 72


 

Cub Scout Committee Training

The Cub Scout Leader's Book
BSA #33221B, © 2001 Boy Scouts of America

http://www.geocities.com/~Pack215/leadership.html

Cub Scouting for Boys 8 through 11

Several leadership positions are necessary for a Cub Scout pack to function properly and successfully. (See the Pack Organization Chart on page 7-1 of the Cub Leaders Book.) Descriptions of the leadership positions related to Cub Scouting are provided within these pages.

The citizenship requirement listed in the leadership positions is understood as follows:

"For citizens of the United States, individuals serving in any official relationship with the Boy Scouts of America shall subscribe to the statement of religious principles, and the Scout Oath and Law."

"Adults who are not citizens of the United States, but who reside within the country, may register with the Boy Scouts of America in any capacity if they agree to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the statement of religious principle."

(Article VIII, Section 2, Clause I of the Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America)

 


The Cub Scout Promise
The Law of the Pack
and The Cub Scout Motto

The Cub Scout Promise, Law of the Pack, and Cub Scout Motto are used by Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts. Tiger Cubs use a different motto.

Cub Scout Promise

I, (say your 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

Law of the Pack

The Cub Scout follows Akela.
The Cub Scout helps the pack go.
The pack helps the Cub Scout grow.
The Cub Scout gives goodwill.

Cub Scout Motto

DO YOUR BEST!

Tiger Cub Motto

SEARCH, DISCOVER, SHARE!

 

The Pack Committee Members' Role

The Pack Committee Chair




 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age, is appointed by the chartered organization and registered as an adult leader of the BSA. Is a person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack's success. Preferably is a member of the chartered organization, respected in the community, who shows the willingness and ability to be the Cubmaster's chief adviser.

Responsibilities:
The pack committee chair's job is to

 

The Cubmaster Role

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age, is of good moral character, and is interested in working with boys. Does not need to be an expert in all Cub Scout activities but should be a leader who is able to communicate well with adults as well as boys. Should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior, attitude, and uniform. Should believe in the values and purposes of Cub Scouting. Preferably a member of the chartered organization. Selected and appointed by the pack committee with the approval of the chartered organization, and registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The Cubmaster's responsibilities are to

In general, the Cubmaster (sometimes referred to as the unit leader) is the guiding hand behind the work of other pack leaders and serves as program adviser to the pack committee. He or she is a recruiter, supervisor, director, planner, and motivator of other leaders.

The Cubmaster's main responsibilities are to

Coordinate the total Cub Scout program in the pack.

Everything that the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping the individual boy. Securing strong leaders, planning den and pack activities, advising other leaders and adult family members-these are all ways in which the Cubmaster affects the kind of Cub Scouting each boy in the pack is offered. The Cubmaster directly influences the lives of individual boys by keeping in mind that boys can become better through Cub Scouting.

 

The Pack Trainer Role


 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age, and is registered with the BSA as a pack trainer. It is recommended that the pack trainer have at least one year of experience in a leadership position in Cub Scouting, preferably as a Cub Scout or Webelos den leader. Pack trainers should be trained at a district or council trainer development conference. The pack committee selects the pack trainer with the approval of the chartered organization. For new packs and those lacking experienced leaders, an experienced leader from the district training team or another pack may be appointed as pack trainer until the new leaders gain experience.

Responsibilities:
The pack trainer is responsible for

The goal of the pack trainer is to have 100 percent of the pack leadership trained in their position responsibilities. New leaders and adult family members should receive orientation within one week of joining the pack, and leaders should receive position-specific training within 30 days.

The Cub Scout Den Leader Role


 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age and of good moral character. Should be interested in and enjoy working with boys and be able to work with adults. May be a parent or guardian of a boy in the den. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with parents and guardians of the Cub Scouts involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The Cub Scout den leader's responsibilities are to

The main responsibilities of the Cub Scout den leader can be summarized as follows:

The Webelos Den Leader Role


 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age and of good moral character. Should be interested in and enjoy working with boys and able to work with adults. May be a parent or guardian of one of the boys in the den. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with parents or guardians of the Webelos Scouts involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The Webelos den leader's responsibilities are to

The responsibilities of the Webelos den leader can be summarized as follows:

Lead the den at the pack meetings and activities.

 

THE DEN CHIEF ROLE

A BOY SCOUT
POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY

Qualifications:
Be an older, experienced Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer who has been a Boy Scout. Selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach, or Venturing Advisor at the request of the Cubmaster or Webelos den leader. Preferably a former Cub Scout; ideally at least First Class rank, approved by the Cubmaster and pack committee for recommendation to the Webelos den leader, and registered as a youth member of a troop, team, or crew.

Responsibilities:
The Webelos den chief's responsibilities are to


Webelos Chief Braid
(Click for Image)


Den Chief Award Braid
(Click for Requirements)

 

The Cub and Webelos Denners Role


 

CUB SCOUT DENNER
The Cub Scout denner is a den member elected by the den for a short period, usually one or two months. His responsibilities are determined by the den leader and den chief. This might include helping to set up the den meeting place and cleanup; helping with games, ceremonies, tricks, and puzzles; leading a song; or acting as den cheerleader. He should be given meaningful responsibilities and recognition to help him learn how to be a leader, so all boys will look forward to their turn as denner. (The short term of office is to give all boys the opportunity to serve. The shoulder cord is worn on the left shoulder.)

CUB SCOUT ASSISTANT DENNER
The Cub Scout assistant denner is a den member elected by the den for a short term of office, coinciding with the denner's term. He assists the denner, and usually becomes denner for the next term.

WEBELOS SCOUT DENNER
The Webelos Scout denner is a Webelos Scout who has been elected by secret ballot by the Webelos den for a short term of office, usually three to six months. His responsibilities are determined by the Webelos den leader and Webelos den chief, and might include such things as leading ceremonies, preparing equipment, setting up the meeting room, greeting new boys and helping them get acquainted, assisting with tricks and puzzles, or other worthwhile tasks.

WEBELOS SCOUT ASSISTANT DENNER
The Webelos Scout assistant denner is a den member elected by the den for a short term of office, to coincide with the Webelos Scout denner's term. He assists the denner, and usually becomes Webelos Scout denner for the next term.

 

The Troop Webelos Resource Person Role

The troop Webelos resource person is an adult leader in the Boy Scout troop who may have personal knowledge about areas that would assist with work in Webelos activity badges. This leader may become a valuable resource person to the Webelos den leaders as he or she may know people, skills, and other resources related to the badges. The Webelos resource person is appointed by the Boy Scout troop to serve as the liaison between the troop and Webelos dens.

Qualifications:
Be a registered adult in the troop, usually the assistant Scoutmaster for new Scouts. May have personal knowledge in teaching Boy Scouting skills, but equally importantly, should know where to secure resource people to help with Webelos activity badges and other projects. Is appointed by the Boy Scout troop to serve as the liaison between the troop and Webelos den or dens.

Responsibilities:
The troop Webelos resource person's responsibilities are to

 

The Chartered Organization Representative


 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age, and is a member of the chartered organization other than the unit leader or assistant unit leader. Is appointed by the chartered organization to serve as its official Scouting representative and is registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The chartered organization representative's responsibilities are to

The chartered organization representative is the direct contact between the pack and the chartered organization. This individual is also the organization's contact with the district committee and the local council. The chartered organization representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting member of the council. If the chartered organization has more than one unit. one representative serves them all.

The Pack Committee Members' Role



 

THE PACK COMMITTEE

Every pack is under the supervision of a pack committee. This committee consists of a minimum of three members, each of whom meets these requirements: If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is of good character, is 21 years of age or older, is selected by the chartered organization, and is registered as an adult leader of the BSA. One of these is designated as pack committee chair.

Obviously, with a committee of three, members must assume responsibility for more areas of service than with a committee of seven or more, where the responsibilities can be divided among the members. Although packs can and do operate with a minimum of three committee members, experience has shown that a larger committee generally ensures a stronger, more stable pack and is better able to perform all the required functions to ensure a successful pack program. It is also a way of involving more pack families in meaningful service to the pack.

These pages contain the roles and responsibilities of each of the necessary Pack Committee functions.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Regardless of the size of the pack committee, these responsibilities must be performed:

A strong pack committee will have individual members assigned to such areas as record keeping and correspondence, finances, advancement, training, public relations, and membership and re-registration. The pack committee chair decides how the responsibilities should be divided and gives committee members assignments. Here are details of the various pack committee functions.

PACK SECRETARY

Keep informed of all Cub Scouting literature, materials, records, and forms to help leaders function effectively. Help new den leaders by telling them what resources are available.

Acquaint den leaders with the contents of the Pack Record Book so that they will know how to supply the information that should be recorded there.

PACK TREASURER

 PACK ADVANCEMENT CHAIR

PACK PUBLIC RELATIONS

PACK OUTINGS CHAIR

PACK MEMBERSHIP AND RE-REGISTRATION CHAIR

PACK FRIENDS OF SCOUTING (FOS) CHAIR

Some councils rely heavily on units to raise Friends of Scouting (FOS) funds. The following functions need to be performed:

 

The Assistant Cubmaster Role


 

Every pack should have at least one assistant Cubmaster. In most packs, two or three will be helpful, allowing, the Cubmaster to divide responsibilities.

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 18 years of age, has good moral character, and is interested in working with boys. At least one assistant Cubmaster should be able to replace the Cubmaster's position in case of an emergency. The assistant Cubmaster is recommended by the Cubmaster, approved by the pack committee and chartered organization, and registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
An assistant Cubmaster's responsibilities (as designated by the Cubmaster) are to:

 

The Tiger Cub Den Leader Role



 

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 21 years of age and of good moral character. Should be interested in and enjoy working with boys and be able to work with adults. Should be an expefienced leader, but may be a parent or guardian of a boy in the den. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with the parents and guardians of the Tiger Cubs involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of BSA.

Responsibilities:
The Tiger Cub den leader's responsibilities are to

The main responsibilities of the Tiger Cub den leader can be summarized as follows:

The Assistant Cub Scout Den Leader Role

Each den should have at least one assistant den leader, and more if needed.

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least IS years of age and of good moral character, and is able to perform the duties assigned by the den leader. Should be able to fill in for the den leader in case of an emergency. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with the den leader, parents, and guardians of the Cub Scouts involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The assistant Cub Scout den leader's responsibilities are to

The assistant Cub Scout den leader shares the work of the Cub Scout den leader and may be called upon to serve as a family contact or record keeper, or to handle other details of den operation.

 

The Assistant Webelos Den Leader Role


 

Every Webelos den should have at least one assistant den leader.

Qualifications:
If residing in this country but not a citizen of the United States, agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and Law, to respect and obey the laws of the United States of America, and to subscribe to the BSA statement of religious principle. Is at least 18 years of age, is of good moral character, and is able to perform the duties assigned by the Webelos den leader. Should be able to fill in for the Webelos den leader in case of an emergency. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with the Webelos den leader and parents or guardians of the Webelos Scouts involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The assistant Webelos den leader's responsibilities are to

The assistant Webelos den leader shares the work of the Webelos den leader and may be called upon to handle various details of den operation.

 

THE WEBELOS DEN CHIEF ROLE

A BOY SCOUT
POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY

Qualifications:
Be an older, experienced Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer who has been a Boy Scout. Selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach, or Venturing Advisor at the request of the Cubmaster or Webelos den leader. Preferably a former Cub Scout; ideally at least First Class rank. Approved by the Cubmaster and pack committee for recommendation to the Webelos den leader. Registered as a youth member of a troop, team, or crew.

Responsibilities:
The Webelos den chief's responsibilities are to



 


Webelos Chief Braid
(Click for Image)


Den Chief Award Braid
(Click for Requirements)

 

The Activity Badge Counselor Role


"Activity Badge Counselor's
Know Their Subjects!"

 

Qualifications:
The activity badge counselor may be an adult family member of a Webelos Scout, a pack leader, a teacher, a coach, or another adult qualified to teach one or more activity badges to Webelos Scouts. This is usually a temporary position and is not a registered BSA position.

Responsibilities:
The activity badge counselor's responsibilities are to

 

 

 

The Paperwork of Cub Scouting

 

RECHARTERING

Charter Renewal/Rechartering given out yearly by the Scout Office at Round Table.

Near the end of your charter year, your council will provide an application for charter renewal. This is a computer printout of information previously furnished.

·       Update the Scout Office’s printout with all your pack’s youth and adults, who are presently registered.

·       An instruction sheet will accompany the renewal papers.

·       Identify which youth and adults you wish to reregister.

·       Your completed charter renewal application is then submitted to the local council Memberships and Boy’s Life subscriptions are paid for at this time.

·       In the LDS Church, the Rechartering membership fees come from the Church.

·       LDS units must seek Boy’s Life magazine subscription money from the parents.

Pack Finances

Expenses are the pack operating budget for:

•        Advancement: 

      -  Bobcat, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos Patches

      -  Arrow heads and Arrow of Light Patches

•        Boys’ Life magazine

-  The magazine is customized by age for each Cub Scout, therefore each Cub Scout-aged boy should have his own age appropriate magazine.

- LDS units:  Money comes from the parents

- Non-LDS units:  Money comes from weekly dues.

FINANCING PACK EXPENSES

Advancement

Cub Scout Rank Advancements

 

Webelos Scout Activity Badges – Used to reach rank advancements

Physical Skills Group

                                  

    AQUANAUT                   ATHLETE            FITNESS                SPORTSMAN                                                              

Mental Skills Group

ARTIST      SCHOLAR      SHOWMAN               TRAVELER

Community Group

                                       

CITIZEN   COMMUNICATOR, FAMILY MEMBER, READYMAN

Technology Group

                                 

CRAFTSMAN    ENGINEER     HANDYMAN      SCIENTIST

Outdoor Group

                          

FORESTER    GEOLOGIST      NATURALIST        OUTDOORSMAN

 

Cub Scout
Academics and Sports Program

The Cub Scouts Academics and Sports Program is one method of addressing the third aim of Scouting: the development of physical, mental and emotional fitness. Fitness includes the body (well-tuned and healthy), the mind (able to think and solve problems), and the emotions (self-control, courage, and self-respect). As in most activities in Cub Scouting, this is not meant to be a highly competitive program, instead, the boys are enc