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Our crew is going skiing this weekend. The weather forecast is for cold, cold, and more cold. So it is important that they know how to safely enjoy outdoor activities in extreme temperatures. Avoiding hypothermia is key to a successful outing.
Nicole sent in this question I am looking for a little bit of info. I was also "volunteered" into the den mom position (which I totally didn't mind) but have no clue about any of this cub scout stuff. We made it through most of the year (thanks to google!)
Melissa sent in this question My son (webelos I) is earning the James m. Stewart good citizen award for a service project he did in 2nd grade (wolf) We have received the model and the patch and plan on presenting it at the blue and gold banquet next week.
Elizabeth sent in this question My son will be crossing over in a few weeks. He has worked hard to get his arrow of light and is proud of it. But he is flatly refusing to continue with scouting. I'm heartbroken about it.
Posted in Adventure Brave The High Adventure troop program feature for Boy Scouts will help a PLC plan a month of activities based on a high adventure campout. The campout should enourage Scouts to get out of their comfort zones and try something new
Jessica sent in this question: I am a Committee Chair & a Den Leader and my husband is Cubmaster. We are a month away from our Blue and Gold Banquet. We have already planned into the ceremony for each rank of scouts to earn their rank badge.
Mark sent in this question: I wanted to get an idea of how other Cub Scout packs handle Blue & Gold/AOL/Crossover events. Traditionally, our pack has held this entire event on one night with a dinner, cake decorating, and mainly used it to recognize our Webelos 2's who are moving on to Boy Scout troops.
This printable checkoff sheet for the Signs, Signals, and Codes to keep track of your patrol's progress. (...) Continue reading the article at http://scoutermom.com/16617/signs-signals-codes-merit-badge-boy-scouts-checkoff-sheet/
Our Crew president led this jack rabbit posing game at our last meeting. It is a fun game for teenagers, but would work for other age groups also. The idea of this game is to remember different poses and to strike the correct pose quickly.
Here is an easy game for your December meeting. It works with almost any age group. When choosing items for the "stocking", think of all of the senses. Include something with a scent, or something which makes noise. Include it in your Christmas games this year.
Tom sent in this question: The New Leader Meeting for our Pack was basically, read the hand book and ask us any questions. As an Eagle Scout I was able to figure a bunch out on my own and our Den is running strong.
A reader sent in this question: What if the troop committee board is planning everything and the Scoutmaster is out of the loop? This is a difficult and frustrating situation for a Scoutmaster. In most troops, the Scoutmaster and youth leadership work together to plan and execute a program.
Today is Veteran's Day. I'd like to thank all of the veterans who have kept us safe and free over the years. If you have a Scouting event today, this is the perfect opportunity to teach your Scouts to thank these heroes.
This skit is great because it can be used with any number of Scouts. It is also a good skit to do with younger Scouts because they don't have to remember many lines. Because the joke of this skit is that you forgot to prepare a skit, it works best at an event or campfire…
Jessica sent in this question: I am a new Cubmaster. I would like to start awarding the progress toward ranks beads for wolves and bears and also the tiger immediate recognition beads at Pack meetings instead of Den meetings. This is our preference and my husband and I have thought it out and we would…
Ben sent in this question: We recently had an issue with some scouts on a camp out where a knife was used improperly. There was an incident and although no one was injured I realized there don't appear to be clear guidelines on what is a "minor" vs.
The Cub Scout core value for the month of November is The November Pack Meeting Tips from BSA remind us "Cub Scouts develop good citizenship when they are learning about respecting the flag and providing service to the community."" Citizenship .
Elise sent in this question: For the rank advancement leadership requirement can the scoutmaster require the scout to lead an approved troop outing to qualify the leadership position ? Our scoutmaster says unless they lead an approved troop activity the leadership role (asst patrol leader) doesn't count towards rank advancement.
The Discovery award is the second level award in the newly remodeled award system for Venturers. This award emphasizes participation, skill development, and goal setting. Venturers who were registered before June 1, 2014 begin with this award. Venturers who registered after that date complete the Venturing award first, and then move on to this award.
KC sent in this question: I have my very first ever tiger cub meeting tomorrow night and your site as been super helpful, thanks! Question, do they have to do the scrapbook page the first night? Seems like we are trying to fit a TON of stuff in that first night.
BSA offers supplemental pack program ideas for each month. One theme for the November core value of Citizenship s a Gives Goodwill theme. Here is what the program helps say about this theme: Cub Scouts learn about the true spirit of Scouting this month as they show an act of goodwill by being good citizens…
There are many preplanned programs available to PLCs who are planning meetings and activities for their troops. One of these is the Fishing Troop Program Feature . This fishing program feature offers the opportunity to learn more about how to have fun when something fishy is going on.
The Venturing award is the lowest level award in the newly remodeled award system for Venturers. It is a joining award, with an emphasis on commitment and personal safety. Vemturers who were registered before June 1, 2014 skip this award.
A reader sent in this question: My son is now a Webelo I, been in cub scouts since the end of kindergarten he signed up. Our den leader does 90% paperwork and talking at den meetings on the items in the handbook.
In a couple of weeks, our crew is going to Fall Fun Rally . This annual event, which started 41 years ago in the Greater St. Louis Area Council, claims to be the largest annual gathering of Venturers and Explorers. Although this is a Venturing/Exploring event, older Boy Scouts can attend also.
Cayti sent in this question: Hey, I am a Webelos I leader this year (going through again with younger son), but this time, I have a kiddo in our group who is solely an auditory learner. Are there any videos or games geared towards helping these kids memorize/learn the Webelos requirements?
Last week we looked at the Cub Scout Outdoor Ethics Awareness award. There is also a Boy Scout Outdoor Ethics Awareness award (and another award for Venturers). So today we will look at the requirements for Boy Scouts. By earning this award, Boy Scouts become more aware of the principles of Leave No Trace and…
Laurie sent in this question: Hi! I just became my 4th grade sons Webelos Den Leader..since nobody else stepped up. I printed out the Webelos Den Meeting Plans…There are 18 listed. Do I need to get all of these done between September and May?
BSA provides the troop program feature guides as a resource for Boy Scout troops. A PLC can use these guides to plan a series of meetings and outings around a single theme. My post Troop Program Features for Meetings and Outings has more information about these guides.
For Scouts of all ages are guided by the Outdoor Code and the principles of Leave No Trace when they participate in outdoor activities. Cub Scouts and their leaders can earn the Outdoor Ethics Awareness award to start learning about being responsible citizens while outdoors.
We are in the middle of a heatwave here in the Midwest, and keeping hydrated is critical in the extreme temperatures. So I though this would be a good time to suggest some water bottle holder projects I came across recently.
Samantha sent in this question: We are looking for ways to attract mothers to sign their children up for the Cub Scouts. I was wondering if you can give me any tips or what can attract mothers to have their sons join cub scouts.
[cs2015] Marble Madness is one of the Bear elective adventures. In the current Bear Cub Scout program, it is most similar to the Marbles Belt Loop and Pin . For the Marble Madness adventure, Bears learn all about marbles and play a variety of games with them, from ringer to marble mazes.
[cs2015] Looking Back, Looking Forward is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. For the Looking Back, Looking Forward adventure, Webelos learn about the past and create a time capsule. The requirement for this adventure are shown below. Upon completion of this adventure, Webelos will receive a pin.
[cs2015] Grow Something is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. This adventure is similar to Wolf Elective 15 – Grow Something in the current Wolf program. For the Grow Something adventure, Wolves learn about plants and gardening. The requirement for this adventure are shown below.
[cs2015] Stories in Shapes is one of the Tiger elective adventures. In the current Tiger Cub program, it is most similar to the Art belt loop and pin . For this adventure, Tiger Cubs and their adult partners learn about art and explore their own creativity.
[cs2015] Sportsman is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. In the current Webelos program it is most like the Sportsman Activity Badge . For the Sportsman adventure, Webelos learn about sportsmanship and play individual and team sports. The requirement for this adventure are shown below.
[cs2015] Super Science is one of the Bear elective adventures. In the current Bear Cub Scout program, it is most similar to the Science Belt Loop and Pin . For the Super Science adventure, Bears do some simple science investigations involving static electricity, buoyancy, and colors.
[cs2015] Paws of Skill is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. This adventure is similar to the Physical Fitness Belt Loop and Pin in the current Wolf program. For the Paws of Skill adventure, Wolves learn about sportsmanship and using sports to stay physically fit.
[cs2015] Tiger-iffic! is one of the Tiger elective adventures. In the current Tiger Cub program, it is most similar to Tiger Elective 3 – Fun and Games and the Video Games belt loop and pin . For this adventure, Tigers and their adult partners play games and even create their own games.
[cs2015] Project Family is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. In the current Webelos program it is most like the Family Member Activity Badge and the Heritages Belt Loop and Pin . For the Project Family adventure, Webelos learn learn about family history and discover different ways they can participate as a family member.
[cs2015] Salmon Run is one of the Bear elective adventures. In the current Bear Cub Scout program, it is most similar to Bear Elective 5 – Boats , Bear Elective 19 – Swimming , and the Swimming Belt Loop and Pin . For the Salmon Run adventure, Bears learn swimming and boating safety rules and then go have fun in…
[cs2015] Spirit of the Water is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. This adventure is similar to the Swimming Belt Loop and Pin in the current Wolf program. For the Spirit of the Water adventure, Wolves learn about water conservation and how to enjoy swimming and boating safely.
[cs2015] Moviemaking is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. In the current Webelos program it is most like the Showman Activity Badge . For the Moviemaking adventure, Webelos learn write a story and make a movie. The requirement for this adventure are shown below.
[cs2015] Robotics is one of the Bear elective adventures. For the Robotics adventure, Bears investigate the many uses of robots and build their own robots. The requirement for this adventure are shown below. Upon completion of this adventure, Bears will receive a belt loop.
[cs2015] Motor Away is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. This adventure is similar to Wolf Elective 5 – Spare Time Fun in the current Wolf program. For the Motor Away adventure, Wolves learn about planes, boats, and cars by creating their own models and making them move.
[cs2015] Tiger Tales is one of the Tiger elective adventures. In the current Tiger Cub program, it is most similar to Tiger Achievement 1 – Making My Family Special . For this adventure, Tigers and their adult partners learn about folk history through tall tales.
[cs2015] Maestro! is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. In the current Webelos program it is most like the Showman Activity Badge . For the Maestro! adventure, Webelos learn about music from singing songs to musical instruments. The requirement for this adventure are shown below.
[cs2015] Roaring Laughter is one of the Bear elective adventures. For the Roaring Laughter adventure, Bears learn about humor and the art of making others laugh. The requirement for this adventure are shown below. Upon completion of this adventure, Bears will receive a belt loop.
[cs2015] Hometown Heroes is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. For the Hometown Heroes adventure, Wolves learn about citizens who are heroes in their local communities. The requirement for this adventure are shown below. Upon completion of this adventure, Wolf Cub Scouts will receive a belt loop.
