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Pack meetings, den adventures, pinewood derbies and blue and gold banquets. Den leaders and Cubmasters swapped ideas for keeping younger Scouts busy, happy and learning.
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Cub Scout Pack 68 of Melrose held their first meeting of the new program year last week Tuesday at the high school cafeteria. After the opening ceremony, Cubmaster Mark sat down with the new and older Cub Scouts for a short talk.
Reblogged from Just Scouting: When my oldest son was a Webelos II and about to cross over to Boy Scouts, I wanted to do something special for him and his Den. They had earned their Arrow of Light award so we decided to make career arrows and plaques for each Scout that earned it. When
Posted in The Arts and Creativity Webelos Den Meeting Ideas: BSA Plan 16 – Showman Puppetry BSA provides Webelos den meeting plans full of Webelos den meeting ideas. The fifteenth Webelos den meeting plan covers the puppetry requirements for Showman Activity Badge.
Our volunteers have been heard loud and clear! As a result, a new and improved CubCast podcast will be unveiled Nov. 1. CubCast has been a great tool for sharing new information about the Cub Scouting program and for helping leaders with questions about how to improve their dens and packs.
Posted in FitnessHiking Hiking Pin for Cub Scouts Don't forget to put the "outing" in Cub Scouting. :-) One easy way to get some outdoor adventure into your program is hiking. And while your pack or den is out hiking, your Cub Scouts can work on their Hiking pin from the Cub Scout Academics and...
Posted in Cubs in the Kitchen Tiger Den Meeting Ideas: BSA Supplemental Plan D – Go See It: Visit a Bakery Tiger Den Meeting Ideas: This supplemental tiger den meeting plan covers Tiger Elective 45 – Fresh Baking. Go visit a bakery and learn what happens there.
Posted in Character Pack Meeting Plan for October: Jungle of Fun (Responsibility) The Cub Scout core value for the month of October is Responsibility. BSA has released a Cub Scout pack meeting plan called Jungle of fun related to this core value.
Posted in Character Pet Care Pin for Cub Scouts If you have a pet, then your Cub Scout can probably earn the Pet Care pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program. And he will learn more about his pet and how to be more responsible for his pet's well being.
Your message was heard loud and clear , and a revamped Cubcast is on its way this November. Its creators are promising a new and improved version designed to serve you better. For October, though, the Cubcast folks are sending us back in time.
Posted in Hobbies BSA Wolf Den Meeting Plan 15 – Marbles BSA provides Wolf den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leader. This Wolf Cub Scout den meeting plan covers the Marbles Belt Loop and Wolf Elective 4e. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub Scouting,...
Posted in AsidesCamping Webelos Visit Tonight Troop meeting tonight with 4 Webelos visiting . Boy Scouts are teaching them how to pack, pitch tents, camp skills, etc. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and Venturing [ This is a content summary only.
Posted in A Game with a Purpose Horseback Riding Belt Loop for Cub Scouts (Requirements) Whether you live in an urban or rural area, there are probably horseback riding opportunities available. So find a stable and arrange for your Cub Scouts to earn the Horseback Riding belt loop from the Cub...
Prizes, competition, candy, boys--they make a great combination! Use this tape ball activity for Cub Scout pack or den meetings.
Posted in Conservation Bear Den Meeting Plans: BSA Bear Den Meeting Idea 14 – Take Care of Your Planet Today's article covers the fourteenth Bear Cub Scout den meeting plan which is all about Bear Achievement 6 – Take Care of Your Planet.
Kickball Pin for Cub Scouts Our grade school's annual kickball tournament is coming up next month. It will benefit a charity chosen by the Student Council. Cub Scouts from our pack who participate will probably be able to earn the Kickball pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports...
BSA Webelos Den Meeting Plan 15 – Scholar and Artist BSA provides meeting plans are full of Webelos den meeting ideas. The 15th Webelos den meeting plan covers Scholar activity badge and part of Artist activity badge. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub...
I Like Bananas, Coconuts, and Grapes Song for Cub Scouts I Like Bananas, Coconuts, and Grapes is a very simple song, which makes it a perfect interlude for a Cub Scout meeting. It is sometimes called The Tarzan Song. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub Scouting,...
October Cub Scout Theme – Jungle of Fun (Responsibility) This theme revolves around the ideas of conservation and using natural resources wisely with an emphasis on how we treat other living beings. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub Scouting, Boy...
Den Chief Service Award The Den Chief Service Award, represented by a red, white, and blue cord, recognizes Den Chiefs who have served for over a year and completed a number of other requirements. Copyright Scouter Mom - A resource for adults and youth involved in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, and...
What a weekend, and with the looks of it, it appears I will stay in my Scout uniform most of the week. It started off Saturday morning with the Webelos Geologist Activity Badge. Most of the Webelos I & Webelos II from the Pack were there, and from the looks of it, with over 80 Webelos…
BSA Tiger Den Meeting Plans: Supplemental Plan C – Make a Model (Pinewood Derby Car) Tiger den meeting plans: This plan continues Tiger Elective 17 – Make a Model which was started at the previous meeting. The Tigers complete their Pinewood Derby cars.
Who is responsible for this?" The question conjures an image of a frazzled den leader, hands on hips, looking out over the mess the boys left behind. But spin the phrase around, and it can follow a praiseworthy moment where Scouts did what's right without your having to ask.
Mathematics Pin for Cub Scouts I have always found science and mathematics fascinating. If you have a Cub Scout who is really into math, have him look at the requirements for the Mathematics pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program.
As I posted yesterday, we have a tremendous month of September coming up, most of it Scouting related. Swimming and band will take up some of October, and more Scouting… Before I get to that, what's a little disappointing is that once again Woodbadge training for me has been postponed.
New Award for Webelos scouts
This is actually a two-part post…first, my wonderful family. I just couldn't be more proud. As those of you who know me know, we've adopted four children from China, tw0 7-year olds, a 5 year old, and a 3 (almost 4) year old.
BSA provides Wolf den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leader. Today, I'll go through the fourteenth Wolf Cub Scout den meeting plan. This plan covers Wolf Elective 10 – American Indian Lore. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
I haven't played tennis much lately, but I used to play with my brother and sister when I was young. There was a tennis court in a park near our house. We would ride our bikes over and then play a game or two.
To those of you that have read my blog, I wish to thank you for the support and I do apologize for not posting more information on the site but it now is time for reflection on my scouting career...
Sunday, was our last Cubmaster Hike of the whole program. I know that I will do more of them. But for now, since Summer is basically over, so are they. I first wrote about this in March 2012. My goal was to get out to places that I had never been. I wanted
New Award for Wolf scouts, Bear scouts
This Webelos den meeting idea is all about doing Craftsman projects. Additional craftsman projects and Webelos den meeting ideas can be found on my Craftsman projects page. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
The Cub Scout core value for the month of September is Cooperation. The Hometown Heroes meeting plan features ideas for the core value of cooperation - games, group activities, songs, and more to help kids learn to cooperate [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
Call it a temporary role reversal. The team behind Cubcast - which Cub Scout leaders listen to every month for practical tips - is now listening to you. I told you all about the monthly, BSA-produced podcast when I previewed the July and August editions.
BSA provides a set of Tiger den meeting plans for Cub Scout den leaders. This is the second of the supplemental tiger den meeting plans. It starts Tiger Elective 17 – Make a Model. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
An independent organisation has recently conducted research into the Cub section to find out why young people stay in or leave Cubs.
Cub Scouts helps prepare boys for the future. Whether they are learning core values or exploring new topics, boys will have fun and learn too!
BSA offers supplemental pack program ideas for each month. One theme for the September core value of Cooperation is a Hometown Heroes theme. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
This fall mark's Elliot's last year in Cubscouts. He started in 2008. He will transition to a Boy Scout Troop in March. Also, this fall, is the first year for many boys who become Tigers. They are so very small and bouncy! I follow many blogs and get several email subscriptions. One of them
BSA provides Wolf den meeting ideas for Cub Scout den leader. Today, I'll go through the thirteenth Wolf Cub Scout den meeting plan. This plan covers Wolf Elective 14 – Pets. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
I am not a golfer at all and my husband only golfs about once every five years. But some, including kids, are passionate about the game. If you know a Cub Scout who enjoys golfing, introduce him to the Golf belt loop from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports program.
Bear Den Meeting Ideas: This plan focuses on Bear Achievement 5 – Sharing Your World with Wildlife and the Wildlife Conservation Belt Loop. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
Scouting's core values are the same in every program, but the words used to express and affirm those values differ depending on whether you're in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, or Venturing. That may soon change. The Scout Oath and Scout Law - engrained in the minds of Boy Scouts everywhere - also would be used for Cub…
Do you need a quick, fun Cub Scout game that can be played indoors or outdoors? The Rattlesnake game is perfect for this.
The volunteer-led task forces supporting the 2011–2015 National Council Strategic Plan's Goal 411, after considerable deliberation, have recommended moving to the use of the Scout Oath and Law for all BSA programs. This change would primarily impact Cub Scouts and Venturing.
How to keep your Cub Scouts engaged during Cub Scout den and pack meetings. Strike a balance between the active and passive parts of the meeting.
If you have a lot of skaters in your pack, you could plan a skating event based on the requirements for the roller skating pin from the Cub Scout Academics and Sports Program. [ This is a content summary only. Click on the article title for full links, other content, and more! ]
Inexpensive ways to collect supplies you'll need for your Cub Scout den meetings and activities.
When someone down the hall makes popcorn, the enticing aroma makes me drop everything and find the source. If only selling Scout popcorn were as easy, right? Turns out it is. That's thanks to the August 2012 edition of Cubcast, the excellent audio podcast for Cub Scout leaders that I told you about earlier this…
Why your Cub Scout den needs a denner and the responsibilities of the denner. Boys who are denners can practice leadership skills.
