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DEN LEADER’S GUIDE DEN LEADER’S GUIDE Boy Scouts of America Seneca Waterways Council

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DEN LEADER’S GUIDEDEN LEADER’S GUIDE

Boy Scouts of AmericaSeneca Waterways

Council

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WELCOME NEW DEN LEADERS!

Thank you for agreeing to become a Scout leader and role model for the youth in your den. Scouting is fi rst and foremost a volunteer organization. Scouting operates through people like you who are concerned about providing their sons and other boys with a quality scouting experience. As a leader, you will not only serve Scouting, but you will have a chance to have some amazing experiences with your son and his friends. Please use the following Den Leader’s Guide as a helpful tool as you transition into your new volunteer role.

DID YOU KNOW?

For Every 100 Boys who Join Scouting:

• 18 will develop hobbies that will last throughout their adult life

• 8 will enter a career that was learned through activity badges

• 2 will become Eagle Scouts• 1 will use his Scout skills to save a life• 1 will use his Scout skills to save his own life

INDEXYour Role As A Den Leader ................................................................................................. 3

I Signed Up, What’s Next? .................................................................................................. 4

The Annual Pack Program ................................................................................................... 5

Training Opportunities ......................................................................................................... 5

You Are Not Alone ................................................................................................................ 6

How Is Scouting Financed? ................................................................................................. 7

Comparative Costs of Scouting ........................................................................................... 7

Cub Scout Camping ............................................................................................................ 7

Preparing For Your First Cub Scout Den Meeting ............................................................... 8

Preparing For Your First Webelos Den Meeting ................................................................ 10

Tiger Cub Den Meeting Plans .............................................................................................11

Wolf Cub Den Meeting Plans ............................................................................................ 12

Bear Cub Den Meeting Plans ............................................................................................ 13

Webelos Den Meeting Plans ............................................................................................. 14

Webelos Rank Requirements ............................................................................................ 15

Scouting Alumni Include:

• Over 90 million Scouts since 1910• 90% of the fi rst 26 astronauts• 72% of Rhodes Scholars• 89% of Senior Class Presidents• 85% of FBI agents

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YOUR ROLE AS A DEN LEADERYOU THE DEN LEADER

You were selected as a den leader and approved by the pack committee because of your interest in helping boys. By making the commitment to serve as a den leader, you have accepted the following responsibilities.

• Give leadership to carrying out the den program• Lead the den in its participation at the monthly pack meetings• Cooperate with the Cubmaster and pack committee in recruiting new boys and adult volunteers• Use Scouting and Boys’ Life magazines, the Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide, and other Cub

Scouting resources as sources of program ideas• Encourage boys to earn the advancement awards. Keep accurate records, and see that they receive

recognition for their achievement• Establish good working relationships with den families, and get them involved in the operations

of your den• Take part in the annual pack planning conference and the monthly leaders’ meetings

WHAT DO YOU INVEST IN CUB SCOUTING?• Lead weekly den meetings• Lead your den in monthly Pack meetings• Participate in monthly Pack planning meetings• Attend Cub Scout leader basic training at least one time per year

This adds up to a small investment, compared to the dividends you will receive. And of course, the more you invest, the more you can expect to receive in return.

WHAT DO YOU RECEIVE IN RETURN?

• The opportunity to make a difference in the lives of boys as they grow strong in mind and body• Privilege of helping to strengthen families• Opportunity to be a positive role model to youth and adults• The fun and fellowship Scouting provides

All leaders bring to Cub Scouting their own talents and skills, their own backgrounds and interests. The key to becoming an effective leader is to use your own abilities and interests, along with what you learn about Cub Scouting to plan and conduct the best possible program for the boys. What happens in the life of each boy during the formative years will determine to a great extent the kind of man he will become. What a tremendous opportunity and challenge for you, the den leader!

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I SIGNED UP. WHAT’S NEXT?Now that you are registered as a Cub Scout den leader, you will receive Scouting magazine, which includes information to assist you as a leader. Ask your Cubmaster to furnish you a copy of the current Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide to use (additional program materials are available at the Scout Shop or online at www.scouting.org).

These steps will get you started:

1. Complete Fast Start training for Cub Scout den leaders and Youth Protection Training. You can complete the training online at https://myscouting.org or by attending a training near you (contact the Scout Shop for a list of training dates).

2. Begin reading the Cub Scout Leader Book. This book describes your role as a den leader and will give more information on the following steps (available for purchase at the Scout Shop).

3. Get acquainted with your Cubmaster and Pack Trainer. These leaders will see that you have the information and material you need to get started off on the right foot.

4. Get acquainted with the families of the boys in your den. Hold a family orientation meeting. The Cub Scout Leader Book has a recommended agenda. You will need the families’ help, so get to know them early.

5. Get acquainted with the boys in your den. Establish a den code of conduct at your fi rst den meeting so that they know what you expect of them.

6. Ask your Cubmaster to help you secure a den chief. Give your den chief meaningful responsibilities.

7. Obtain and begin wearing the Cub Scout leader uniform before the fi rst Pack meeting. Wearing the uniform properly is important in setting a good example for the boys. (Uniforms are available at the Scout Shop).

8. Attend the monthly planning meetings held by your pack. These meetings are led by the pack committee chair and the Cubmaster, and are where pack plans are made.

9. Attend the monthly District Cub Scout Roundtable. You will receive many good program ideas based on the monthly core value, and become acquainted with leaders from other packs.

10. Attend Cub Scout leader basic training as soon as possible. These training sessions can be taken online at https://myscouting.org or at in-person trainings scheduled in your area. (Ask your Cubmaster or District Executive for a list of local dates and locations).

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THE ANNUAL PACK PROGRAM Most packs conduct a well planned and organized annual program. You will receive a specifi c calendar of events for your pack, which may include several of the following:

Pinewood DerbyBoys build cars with the assistance of their parents and race them against their friends. Awards may be given for fastest, best design, and much more.

Popcorn SaleSell popcorn to earn money to help pay for your pack’s activities and events. The sale also teaches your son the importance of being thrifty and about earning his own way.

Blue & Gold BanquetCelebrate the anniversary of Scouting in February with your pack with dinner, entertainment, and special ceremonies.

Scouting For Food and ClothingParticipate in a national service project to collect canned food and gently used clothing that is then distributed to the needy in your community.

Summer CampOpportunities are plentiful for your son to participate in high quality camping experiences from 1-5 days at local day camps, Camp Babcock-Hovey or Cub Adventure Camp at Camp Cutler each summer.

Cub Scout Sports and AcademicsEarn belt loops and pins by participating in a wide variety of sports and academic activities.

Field Trips and ActivitiesYour pack will participate in local field trips and in district and council activities like Scout Days with sports teams, Cubs in Camp, Scout Days at Seabreeze or Darien Lake, and others.

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIESAll leaders must complete Youth Protection Training and Position Specifi c Training. Training programs are provided on a regular basis throught the Scouting year. Contact the Council offi ce or your District Executive for a list of dates and locations. Training can also be completed online by going to www.myscouting.org. (Note: you must create a user account to take a course and receive the certifi cation).

“YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING”The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating a safe and secure environment for our youth members. This training covers the BSA’s Youth Protection polices, kinds of abuse, how to respond to disclosure of abuse, and proper reporting procedures. This training is available online and in each district throughout the year. All new leaders must complete this training BEFORE they can be registered and currently registered leaders must renew the training every two years.

CUB SCOUT LEADER SPECIFIC TRAININGThese trainings are designed to present in-depth information for new leaders in a specifi c leadership position. Training includes fi ve different courses related to specifi c Cub Scout positions—Cubmasters and assistants, pack committee chairs and members, Tiger Cub Den Leaders, Cub Scout Den Leaders and assistants, and Webelos Den Leaders and assistants.

For more information, training dates, andregistration forms,

log on to www.senecawaterways.org

or contact yourDistrict Executive.

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YOU ARE NOT ALONEThere are many resources available to you to help you get started and ensure you have a successful and fulfi lling experience, including:

STAFF SUPPORTOur professional and support staff at the Council Servicenter can assist when needed and get you in touch with other resources. In addition, each community is served by a full-time District Executive. For more information, contact the Scout offi ce at

Phone # - (585) 244-4210 Website - www.senecawaterways.org

DEN & PACK RESOURCE GUIDEA book that contains den and pack meeting plans and tools necessary to help Scouts along the Cub Scout advancement trail. Available at the Scout Shop or online by going to www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/DenLeaderResources/DemandPackMeetingResourceGuide.aspx.

PACK LEADERSHIPMost packs have been in existence for many years and have existing leadership which will provide direct assistance and support to your den program. Many packs even have a library of resource books to aid leaders in putting on quality den and pack programs.

DISTRICT STAFFA group of units in a geographical area are organized into a district which is staffed by an experienced volunteer corps to provide on-going support to packs and dens. Your district has a team of volunteers called the district committee which develops quality district-wide programs for your Scouts to participate in. Your district also has another volunteer team called the commissioner staff that is responsible for unit service. Commissioners check on the health of your pack and are a communications link between your pack and the Scouting organization. A commissioner is assigned to assist your unit.

ROUNDTABLE

Roundtable is a monthly leaders’ meeting for all adult volunteers in your district. You can get help with crafts, games, skits, and songs for use at den and pack meetings. It’s also a great place to ask questions and share ideas. (See District Roundtables locations listed at the right).

DISTRICT ROUNDTABLE LOCATIONS

DISTRICT WHERE WHENBay Waters Webster Thomas High School

5 Mile Line Road - Webster, NY1st Thursday7:00 pm

Black Creek Wheatland Chili High School940 North Road - Scotsville, NY

2nd Wednesday7:00 pm

Genesee Crossroads 3rd Presbyterian Church 4 Meigs St. Rochester, NY

1st Thursday7:00 pm

Lighthouse Hilton High School400 East Ave. - Hilton, NY

1st Wednesday7:15 pm

Mohawk Waterloo High School96 Stark St. - Waterloo, NY

1st Wednesday7:00 pm

Seneca Red Jack Elementary School1506 Route #21 - Shortsville, NY

1st Wednesday7:00 pm

Towpath LDS Church Kreag Rd460 Kreag Road - Pittsford, NY

1st Thursday7:00 pm

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HOW IS SCOUTING FINANCED?When you register your son into the Scouting program there is a $16 national registration and insurance fee. This fee allows your son to be part of the Scouting program and goes straight to our national offi ce to help provide many of the services that our leaders receive (training courses, Scouting Magazine, and insurance, etc.) None of this money stays in the local Council.

Providing a Scouting program within the local Council takes an annual budget of approximately $4.3 million, which must be raised each year from the generous support of friends, families, corporations and foundations. The funds needed to support Scouting programs in the Council comes from a variety of areas including:

Friends of Scouting Campaign: Each year our Council conducts a campaign to solicit contributions from families, local businesses, and members of the community. It offers families the opportunity to help invest in the future of our Scouting youth.

United Way: The Scouting program is not a government agency; hence we receive no tax dollar support. United Way support accounts for 9% of our annual budget.

Popcorn Sale: Units in the Council participate in the annual popcorn sale. Sales from this fundraiser benefit both the Council and the Units. The annual sale occurs during September and October with popcorn delivered in November.

Special Events: Each year, the Council conducts a number of special event fundraisers to help raise money to support our Scouting program. Events include: 21 Stories for Scouts, the Youth Power Dinner, Lobster Fest, and Clay Shoot Tournaments.

COMPARATIVE COSTS OF SCOUTINGBeyond the $16 registration fee, $30 uniform, $10 pack dues (varies by Pack) and a $9 book, the cost of Scouting comes to $65 per year or less than $6/month for a 12-month program. Since most Scouts wear their uniform for more than 1 year, the cost can be as low as $35/year or less than $3/month.

Compared to the cost of uniforms, lessons and fees for seasonal youth activities such as hockey, football, little league, basketball, and soccer, the costs of Scouting is a value that is hard to beat. In addition, the family values, citizenship and leadership skills that Scouting instills in youth, make it (dollar for dollar) an exceptional investment.

CUB SCOUT CAMPING

WHAT DOES SCOUTING COST?

Immediate CostsAnnual Registration Fee (includes insurance) $16.00 Annual Boys’ Life Magazine (recommended) $12.00Handbooks* $6.99-$8.99Pack Program Fees Determined Locally* Prices subject to change

Pack BudgetThe pack prepares an annual budget to fund their “ideal year” of Scouting which includes for most packs: den and pack activities, awards and advancements, recognition, summer camp, and Cub Parent Weekends. Packs fund the annual budget in a variety of ways but most raise the majority of these funds by selling popcorn.

CUB SCOUT ADVENTURE CAMP AT CUTLERThe adventure takes place at the J. Warren Cutler Scout Reservation located near Naples, NY in the beautiful Bristol Hills. Cub Scouts live in one of fi ve exciting theme villages for three days and two nights. While there they participate in camp wide activities such as boating and fi shing, swimming, nature, archery, and shooting sports as well as program specifi c to their village theme. Cub Scouts entering the 4th and 5th grades have the opportunity to attend a specially designed Webelos Week with age-appropriate activities just for them.

For more details, pricing and registration information on any camp program, visit the camping section at www.senecawaterways.org or call the Council Camping Department at (585) 244-4210.

DAY CAMPThe Council offers several day camp opportunities throughout the year for Cub Scouts of all ages. These camping experiences are weeklong programs (most run 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.) held in local parks, recreation centers, and other fun locations throughout the Council. The day camps feature a wide range of activities from crafts and fi shing to nature study and archery. The Council even offers a weeklong Twilight Camp (5:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.) each June immediately following the end of the school year.

CAMP BABCOCK-HOVEYCub Adventure Weekend - This is a two day and one night introduction to Cub Scout camping and Camp Babcock-Hovey. Activities include archery, swimming, fi shing, and much more.

Cub Scout Resident Camp - Enjoy three days and two nights of Cub Scout outdoor adventure at Camp Babcock-Hovey. Have fun with action and stationary archery, fi shing, boating, swimming, cooking on a campfi re, shooting BB Guns, earn achievements and explore the great outdoors.

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PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST CUB SCOUT DEN MEETINGThis plan is designed to help take you through your fi rst den meeting step-by-step. Beginning on page 11, you will fi nd a schedule that details suggested plans for your Den’s entire Scouting year.

CUB SCOUTS First Den Meeting

PREPARATION YOU WILL NEED TO DOCONTACT the parents of your new Cub Scouts to tell them

when your den meeting will begin and end, where it will be held, and if you need any help, such as bringing snacks. It’s always good to get parents involved from the beginning.

PREPARE the following items to be used in the meeting:

• Create a poster board and marker for the den code of conduct

• Create a poster for the “Dos and Don’ts” activity• Gather index cards or small pieces of paper for

each boy• Create a poster with the Cub Scout Promise and a

poster with the Law of the Pack for display• Gather a small U.S. flag• Get balloons - using a marker, write the lines of the

Cub Scout Promise and the Law of the Pack. Put each line in a separate balloon, inflate the balloon, and put in a basket or bag for the “All Mixed Up” game. (See details of this game on page 9).

CREATE a family information letter from you to each Scout family that includes:

• Information about the importance of handbooks and uniforms, where to obtain them, and a reminder for boys to always wear their uniform and bring their handbook to the meeting, etc. You can also mention the uniform guide website: www.BSAuniforms.org – a great place to get you started.

• Days, time and location for your meetings• Weekly home assignment. This week the home

assignment should be: » Bobcat requirement 1 (Learn to say the Cub

Scout Promise and complete the Honesty Character Connection)

» Bobcat requirement 2 (Say the Law of the Pack and tell what it means.)

» Bobcat requirement 8 (with your parent or guardian, complete the exercises in the booklet How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse; this book is found in the front of each Cub Scout handbook.)

• Other instructions pertinent to your den that the family should know.

BEFORE THE MEETINGSet everything up for the “All Mixed Up” game. Make sure that you have all of the items on your supply list, display any posters, place the fl ag in the front of the room, and do any other setup required for the meeting.

THE MEETING

1. Gathering. This is the time before the actual meeting starts when the boys are arriving. This activity might not be completed by each boy during that time frame. This is OK; you can send it home with him. Note: It’s a great idea to use a timer set to go off when the meeting is to start. The boys will quickly learn that it is time to stop the gathering activity and start the actual meeting.

• Display the “Dos and Don’ts” Poster. Remind your Scouts that at the den meeting we are all friends. Discuss that we all need to be friends and be nice to each other. On one side of the page list the actions that friends should do, and on the other side list the actions friends don’t do. For example: friends don’t call their friends mean names.

• Pass out the Family Talent Survey sheet to the parents, asking them to complete it and return it to you at the next meeting. It can be found at www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/FamilyTalentSurveySheet2008.pdf.

2. Opening

• Show the Cub Scouts how to do the Cub Scout salute (see Cub Scout salute section on page #9). Then have them salute the flag of the United States of America and recite the Pledge of Allegiance. Note: You might need to have the words displayed on a poster. Please ask parents present to participate in the pledge with the Cub Scouts.

• Welcome the new Cub Scouts and parents. Ask each boy to write a number between two and five on an index card and hold on to it so that it can be used later in the meeting.

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• Learn the Cub Scout motto: Do your Best. You can do this as a cheer. The den leader will ask, “What’s our motto?” and the Cub Scouts will respond, “Do…Your…Best!” three times, getting louder each time (see Motto below).

3. Business Items

• Have each Cub Scout introduce himself and his parents, if present. Ask each Cub Scout to then use the number that he had written on the index card during the opening to tell things about himself. If he wrote “3” on the card then he needs to tell three things about himself, etc. You might want to start this one yourself.

• Announce details of your second den meeting.

• Create a den code of conduct. Discuss behavioral expectations at your den meetings. Let the Cub Scouts come up with a list of “rules” for the den. Record them on a poster board to be displayed at each meeting.

4. Activities

• Play the “All Mixed Up” game (see instructions below)

• Teach the Scouts what “Webelos” means- “WE’ll BE Loyal Scouts.”

5. Closing

• Distribute the family information letter you created.

• Thank everyone who helped with the meeting.

• Teach the Scouts how to do the Cub Scout handshake.

• Have the Scouts form a circle. Have each Scout in turn go around the circle and give each of the other Scouts the Cub Scout handshake.

• Congratulate each of the Cub Scouts for learning so much about Cub Scouting this week, and thank everyone for being such a great den.

6. After the Meeting

• Serve refreshments, if appropriate.

• Put away equipment, tidy up the meeting place, put records in order, review the meeting with your assistant, and assign duties for next week.

CUB SCOUT SALUTEA salute is a way to show respect. We salute our fl ag to show respect for our country.

For the Cub Scout salute, use your right hand. Hold your fi ngers as you do for the Cub Scout sign. Keep the two straight fi ngers close together. Touch the tips of those fi ngers to your cap. If you are not wearing a cap, touch your right eyebrow.

CUB SCOUT MOTTO -

Do Your Best.

* For a complete year of Cub Scout Den meeting plans, please visit: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

Cub Scout Handshake

Write out the Cub Scout Promise and Law of the Pack as presented above. Cut each line into a strip and insert each one into a separate balloon. You should have eight balloons, each with a strip inside. Blow up the balloons and place them in a large basket or bag. Divide the Cub Scouts into two teams and line them up next to each other with the basket of balloons between them.

Mark a starting and fi nish line. Each boy will select a balloon, run to the fi nish line, sit on the balloon to pop it, retrieve the paper inside, then run back to his team and tag the next Scout to go. Once all of the balloons have been popped, the den leader calls “Fix!” and the Cub Scouts then work together to get themselves into the correct order for the Cub Scout Promise and the Law of the Pack. Have each Scout read his line, then have them all recite together.

ALL MIXED UP GAME

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WEBELOS First Den Meeting

PREPARING FOR YOUR FIRST WEBELOS DEN MEETINGSThis plan is designed to help take you through your fi rst den meeting step-by-step. Beginning on page 14, you will fi nd a schedule that details suggested plans for your Den’s entire Scouting year.

PREPARATION YOU WILL NEED TO DOCONTACT the parents of your new Cub Scouts to tell them

when your den meeting will begin and end, where it will be held, and if you need any help, such as bringing snacks. It’s always good to get parents involved from the beginning.

CREATE a family information letter from you to each Scout family that includes:

• Information about the importance of handbooks and uniforms, where to obtain them, and a reminder for boys to always wear their uniform and bring their handbook to the meeting, etc. You can also mention the uniform guide website: www.BSAuniforms.org – a great place to get you started.

• Days, time and location for your meetings

• Weekly home assignment.

• Other instructions pertinent to your den that the family should know.

BEFORE THE MEETING• Gather all materials needed for the meeting

• Review meeting plans with your assistant Webelos leader and den chief.

THE MEETING1. Gathering. This is the time before the actual meeting starts when the boys are arriving. This activity might not be completed by each boy during that time frame. This is OK; you can send it home with him. Note: It’s a great idea to use a timer set to go off when the meeting is to start. The boys will quickly learn that it is time to stop the gathering activity and start the actual meeting.

• The den chief shows the trick “It Can’t Be Done.” First he says that he can jump backward farther than the boys can jump forward if they do exactly as he does. Then he grasps his toes and hops backward a few inches. When the boys assume the same position, they find they cannot even budge.

2. Opening

• Explain the Cub Scout sign (see page 46 of Webelos Handbook). Have the boys rise, give the sign and say the Promise (see page 43 of Webelos Handbook).

Explain the Cub Scout salute (see page 9 of this guide for more details). Have the den give the salute and repeat the Pledge of Allegiance. The den leader welcomes and introduces all den members and leaders.

3. Activity Badge Fun

• The den leader explains what a den is and what happens at den meetings, the parts of the meeting and the preparation for the pack meeting. Den dues are discussed. Explain what they are used for and the importance of bringing dues each time. Encourage regular attendance.

• Create a den code of conduct with the boys. Agree on den rules and write them on a large piece of paper.

• Show the Bobcat requirements in the Webelos Scout Book and encourage boys to have their book at the next meeting.

4. Preparation

• Play Cub Scout Salute Race, either indoors or outdoors. Select two teams and line them up with the den chief and den leader (as judges) stationed a short distance in front of each team. The first boy runs to his judge and salutes, then runs back to his team, touches the next member, goes to the end of the line and the relay continues. The judges are strict and call out the count after each correct salute until one team wins, having executed ten salutes correctly.

5. Closing

• Distribute the family information letter you created before your meeting.

• Teach the Scouts how to do the Cub Scout handshake (see Handshake Details on page 9 of this guide)

• Have the Scouts form a circle. Have each Scout in turn go around the circle and give each of the other Scouts the Cub Scout handshake and Law of the Pack

* For a complete year of Webelos Den meeting plans, please visit: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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TIGER CUB DEN MEETING PLANSDen meeting plans are developed around a Scouting program year that is presumed to begin in early September and continue through May, at which time Cub Scouts would become involved in summertime Scouting activities. The schedule below lays out suggested plans for your Den’s Scouting year.

DEN MEETING

NO.DEN MEETING PLANS REQUIREMENTS/ELECTIVES COVERED

*HA = HOME/FAMILY ASSIGNMENT

1 Bobcat and Making My Family Special Do: Achievement 1D pg: 40, Bobcat (partial) pg: 29-34HA*: Achievement 1F pg: 37

2 Bobcat and Making My Family Special Do: Achievements 1G and 3D pg: 42, 57; Bobcat pg: 29-34Verify: Achievement 1F pg: 37

3 Keeping Myself Healthy and Safe Do: Achievements 3D, 3F, and 3G (partial) pg: 57,54,59, Elective 28 pg: 119HA: Achievement 3Fa pg: 54 and Elective 28 pg: 119

4 Go See It: Keeping Myself Healthy and Safe Verify: Achievement 3Fa pg: 54, Elective 23 pg: 112Do: Achievement 3G pg: 60

5 Go See It: Let’s Go Outdoors Do: Achievements 5F and 5D, 5G pg: 71, 74, 76; Elective 6 pg: 87

6 Where I Live and How I Tell It Do: Achievements 2F, 2D, and 4D pg: 46, 47, 66HA: Achievement 4F pg: 64

7 Go See It: Where I Live Verify or do: Achievement 4F pg: 64Do: Achievement 2G pg: 50

8 Go See It: How I Tell It Do: Achievement 4G pg: 68

9 How Do You Celebrate? and Making Decorations

Do: Elective 1pg: 79, Elective 2 pg: 81

10 Go See It: Making Change and Banking Do: Elective 13 pg: 97, Elective 50 pg: 148

11 Reduce, Reuse, Recycle; Reading Fun; Play Along!; and The Show Must Go On

Do: Elective 47 pg: 144, Elective 21 pg: 108

12 Transportation Do: Elective 41 pg: 138

13 Phone Manners, Emergency!, Our Colorful World, and A Friendly Greeting

Do: Elective 26 pg: 117, Elective 27 pg: 118, Elective 15 pg: 100, Elective 12 pg: 96

14 Go See It: Pet Care and Learn About Animals Do: Elective 43 pg: 140, Elective 31 pg: 124

15 Fun and Games (Bingo or Other Games) Do: Elective 3 pg: 83HA: Elective 23 pg: 112, Elective 25 pg: 115

16 Cleanup Treasure Hunt, What Kind of Milk?, and Snack Time

Do: Elective 33 pg: 127, Elective 23 pg: 112, Elective 25 pg: 115

* Please note that additional resources to support each of these meetings (including PDF support documents) are available at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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WOLF CUB DEN MEETING PLANSDen meeting plans are developed around a Scouting program year that is presumed to begin in early September and continue through May, at which time Cub Scouts would become involved in summertime Scouting activities. The schedule below lays out suggested plans for your Den’s Scouting year.

DEN MEETING

NO.DEN MEETING PLANS ACHIEVEMENTS/ELECTIVES COVERED

*HA = HOME/FAMILY ASSIGNMENT

1 Bobcat and Your Flag Do: Achievement 2b or 2f pg: 48, 54, Bobcat (partial) pg: 16-35, Electives 9b, 12e pg: 153, 172HA*: Achievement 8b–e, How to Protect Your Children From Child Abuse pg: 80-81

2 Your Flag and Feats of Skill Do: Achievements 2a and 1a–f pg: 47, 39-41

3 Your Flag, and Sports Electives Do: Achievement 2c, 2d, 2e, 2g pg: 49-55; Elective 20h, i, j (one of k, l, or m) pg: 213-214, Bowling belt loopHA: Achievement 3a pg: 57

4 Keep Your Body Healthy and Bowling Field Trip

Verify: Achievement 3a pg: 57Do: A chievement 3b–c pg: 58-59, Elective 20g pg: 212, Bowling belt loop

5 Know Your Home and Community and Be Safe at Home and on the Street

Do: Achievements 4f, 9a, 9d, 9e pg: 63, 83-87HA: Achievements 4a–d, 9b–d, 7e pg: 61-62, 83-85, 77

6 Know Your Home and Community, Make a Gift and Sing-Along

Verify: Achievement 9b–d pg: 83-85Do: Achievement 4a–d pg: 61-62, Electives 9b–c, 11a pg: 83-85, 95HA: Achievement 4e pg: 63

7 Your Living World and Tie It Right Verify: Achievements 4e, 7e pg: 63, 77Do: Achievement 7a–f pg: 75-77, Electives 9b–c, 17a–c pg: 153, 190-192HA: Achievements 4e, 6b, 8c–e pg: 63, 71, 80-81

8 Cooking and Eating and Start a Collection Verify: Achievements 4e, 8c–e pg: 63, 80-81Do: Achievements 6a, 6c, 8a, 8b pg: 71-73, 79-80

9 Tools for Fixing and Building Do: Achievement 5a–e pg: 65-69HA: Achievements 10 and 11 pg: 88-99, Elective 13c pg: 175

10 Birds Verify: Achievements 10 and 11 pg: 88-99and Elective 13c pg: 175Do: Elective 13a–e pg: 174-176; Achievement 10a–g pg: 154-161HA: Elective 13f pg: 177

11 Making Choices Verify: Elective 13f pg: 177Do: Achievement 12a and four from 12b–k pg: 101-106HA: Review and complete Achievement 12 pg: 101-106

12 Books, Books, Books Verify: Achievement 12a–k pg: 101-106Do: Electives 6a and 6c, 12a pg: 142, 144, 168

13 Pets Do: Elective 14b–d pg: 181-183

14 American Indian Lore (and Turn in Making Choices)

Do: Elective 10a, 10c, 10f pg: 154, 156, 159HA: Electives 10a (if not complete) pg: 154, 21 pg: 216-217

15 Marbles Verify: Achievement 10a pg: 89, Elective 21 pg: 216-217Do: Elective 4e, Marbles belt loop pg: 131

16 Outdoor Adventure and Fishing (or another Game or Belt Loop)

Do: Electives 18a and b pg: 196, 19a–f pg: 200-203

* Please note that additional resources to support each of these meetings (including PDF support documents) are available at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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BEAR CUB DEN MEETING PLANSDen meeting plans are developed around a Scouting program year that is presumed to begin in early September and continue through May, at which time Cub Scouts would become involved in summertime Scouting activities. The schedule below lays out suggested plans for your Den’s Scouting year.

DEN MEETING

NO.DEN MEETING PLANS ACHIEVEMENTS/ELECTIVES COVERED

*HA = HOME/FAMILY ASSIGNMENT

1 Bobcat, The Past Is Exciting and Important, and Building Muscles

Do: Bobcat 1–7 pg: 12-20 Achievements 8c, 8d, 8g, and 16a pg: pg: 75-78, 131HA*: Bobcat 8. Achievements 3b, 8d and 16a pg:

2 What Makes America Special? and The Past Is Exciting and Important

Verify: Bobcat 8. Achievement 8d pg: 21, 76Do: Achievements 3a, 3b, 3d, 3j, 8b, and 8e. pg: 35-37, 41, 74, 77.HA: Achievement 3b pg: 36

3 Ride Right Verify: Achievement 3b, 16a pg: 36, 131Do: Achievement 14a, 14b, 14c, and 14e (14f) pg: 119-123

4 Law Enforcement Is a Big Job (police station visit)

Do: Achievement 7a–f pg: 65- 71HA: Achievements 7c–e, 1a, and 1b pg: 68-70, 27-28

5 Ways We Worship, Law Enforcement Is a Big Job, and Sawdust and Nails

Verify: Achievement 7c–e pg: 68-70Do: Achievements 1a, 1b, 7c–e,20a, and 20b (20c) pg: 27-28, 68-70, 153-155HA: Achievement 20c if not donein the den pg: 155

6 Sawdust and Nails and Games, Games, Games!

Verify: Achievement 20c if not done in the den pg: 155Do: Achievements 15a and 20b pg: 127, 154-155

7 What’s Cooking? Do: Achievement 9a, 9b, 9d, and 9e pg: 81-86HA: Achievement 9c pg: 83

8 Be Ready! Verify: Achievement 9c pg: 83Do: Achievement 11a–e and 11g pg: 97- 105HA: Achievement 11e pg: 103

9 Building Muscles and Games, Games, Games! Verify: 11e pg: 103Do: Achievements 15b and 16a–c pg: 128, 131-135HA: Achievement 13a–g (any four) pg: 113-117

10 Saving Well, Spending Well and Games, Games, Games!

Verify: Achievement 13a–g (any four) pg: 113-117Do: Achievement 15a–c pg: 127-129HA: Achievement 6a pg: 57

11 The Past Is Exciting and Important and Information, Please

Verify: Achievement 6a pg: 57Do: Achievements 8a, 17b, and 17c pg: 73, 137-138HA: Achievement 17a and 17d if not already done pg: 137-138

12 & 13 Sharing Your World With Wildlife Verify: Achievement 17a and 17d if not already done pg: 137-138Do: Achievement 5a–c and 5e. pg: 51-55Wildlife Conservation belt loop optionalHA: Achievements 5d and 6d–f pg: 54, 60-61

14 Take Care of Your Planet Verify: Achievements 5d and 6d–f pg: 54, 60-61Do: Achievement 6a–g (four of seven) pg: 57-63

15 Build a Model (pinewood derby car construction, part 1)

Do: Assignment 21a

16 Build a Model (pinewood derby car construction, part 2)

Do: Assignment 21a

* Please note that additional resources to support each of these meetings (including PDF support documents) are available at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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WEBELOS DEN MEETING PLANSThe Webelos badge is the focus of the fi rst year of Webelos Scouting and requires the completion of three activity badges. The focus on Webelos second year, is the Arrow of Light (which requires fi ve more activity badges, plus other requirements). A Scout can also earn the compass points emblem by completing additional activity badges and the Webelos Super Achiever badge by earning all 20 activity badges. The schedule below lays out suggested plans for your Den’s meetings.

DEN MEETING

NO.DEN MEETING PLANS RANK REQUIREMENTS AND ELECTIVES COVERED

1 Fitness an d Athlete Do: Fitness 1 and six from 2-8 pg: 246-247 Athlete 1-7 pg: 124-125 Bobcat Review pg: 42-47 HA*: Complete Fitness 2-7 pg: 246-247 complete Athlete 4–7pg: 124-125. Review Forester and naturalist chapters. pg: 260,318

2 Forester and Naturalist Verify: Fitness 2–7 (complete) pg: 246-247Do: Naturalist 1, 4, 8, and 10 pg: 318-319 Forester 3, 4, 9 pg: 260-261HA: Review Forester and Naturalist chapters. pg: 260,318

3 Forester and Naturalist Do: Forester 5 and 6 pg: 260 Naturalist 6, 7, and 9 pg: 319HA: Review Traveler chapter. pg: 462

4 Traveler and Athlete Verify: Athlete 4–7 pg: 124-125Do: Traveler 1, 9–12 pg: 462-463 (Geography belt loop)HA: Athlete 4–7 pg: 124-125. Webelos 8 pg: 49, review Citizen chapter pg: 144.

5 Citizen Do: Citizen 1, 3, 8 pg: 144-145 (Citizenship belt loop)HA: Citizenship belt loop 1 and 3. Review Citizen chapter. pg: 144

6 Citizen Verify: Citizenship belt loop 1Do: Citizen 10, 8 pg: 145 (Citizenship belt loop 3) Webelos Review 3, 4, 7 pg: 49 Review Citizen chapter pg:144.

7 Citizen Do: Citizen 2–7 & 9 pg: 144-145HA: Webelos Requirement 8 pg: 49. Review Artist chapter. pg: 102

8 Citizen and Artist Verify: Citizen 8 pg: 145 (Citizenship belt loop 3), Webelos 1–8 pg: 49-50Do: Citizen (make up) Webelos Review (make up) Artist 1, 4, 7, 9 pg: 102HA: Review Geologist chapter. pg: 280

9 Geologist Do: Geologist 1, 2, 8 pg: 280HA: Review Geologist chapter. pg: 280

10 Geologist Do: Geologist 4, 5, 6 pg: 280HA: Review Engineer chapter pg: 212.

11 Engineer Do: Engineer 2, 5, 6 pg: 212HA: Review Engineer chapter. pg: 212

12 Engineer Do: Engineer 1, 3, 4 pg: 212HA: Review Craftsman chapter. pg: 198

13 Craftsman Do: Craftsman 1, 2 pg: 198HA: Review Craftsman, Scholar, and Artist chapters. pg: 198, 392, 102

14 Craftsman Do: Craftsman 3, 4 pg: 198HA: Scholar 11pg: 393. Review Scholar and Artist chapters. pg: 392, 102

15 Scholar Do: Scholar 1, 5, 11, 12 pg: 392-393 Artist 2, 8, 10 pg: 102

16 Showman (Puppetry) Do: Showman 2–5, 7, 11, 17, 20 pg: 430-432

17 Showman (Music) Do: Showman 6, 8–15 pg: 430-431

18 Showman (Drama) Do: Showman 3, 11, 16–18, 20–23 pg: 430-432

* Please note that additional resources to support each of these meetings (including PDF support documents) are available at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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WEBELOS RANK REQUIREMENTSBe sure that the order and content of your meetings keeps you on track to complete your Webelos rank by the blue and gold banquet (check with your Pack for scheduling). While there are some fi xed requirements, and required activity badges (see the following page and pages 49-50 of the Webelos Handbook), there is more than one way to do the achievements and earn the badge ̶ you get to pick the rest of the activity badges that work for you.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Webelos Badge1. Have an adult member of your family read the Webelos Scout Parent Guide (pages 1–22) and sign here.2. Be an active member of your Webelos den for three months. (Active means having good attendance, paying your den dues, and working on den projects.)3. Know and explain the meaning of the Webelos badge.

4. Point out the three special parts of the Webelos Scout uniform. Tell when to wear the uniform and when not to wear it.5. Earn the Fitness and Citizen activity badges and one other activity badge from a different activity group.

6. Plan and lead a flag ceremony in your den that includes the U.S. flag.

7. Show that you know and understand the requirements to be a Boy Scout:a. Demonstrate the Scout salute, Scout sign, and Scout handshake. Explain when you would use them.b. Explain the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout motto, and Scout slogan.c. Explain and agree to follow the Outdoor Code.

8. FaithAfter completing the rest of requirement 8, do these (a, b, and c):

a. Know: Tell what you have learned about faith.b. Commit: Tell how these faith experiences help you live your duty to God. Name one faith practice that you will continue to do in the future.c. Practice: After doing these requirements, tell what you have learned about your beliefs.And do one of these (d OR e):d. Earn the religious emblem of your faith.*e. Do two of these:

• Attend the mosque, church, synagogue, temple, or other religious organization of your choice; talk with your religious leader about your beliefs. Tell your family and your Webelos den leader what you learned

• Discuss with your family and your Webelos den leader how your religious beliefs fit in with the Scout Oath and Scout Law and what character-building traits your religious beliefs have in common with the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

• With your religious leader, discuss and make a plan to do two things you think will help you draw nearer to God. Do these things for a month.• For at least a month, pray or meditate reverently each day as taught by your family and by your church, temple, mosque, synagogue, or religious

group.• Under the direction of your religious leader, do an act of service for someone else. Talk about your service with your family and your Webelos den

leader. Tell them how it made you feel.• List at least two ways you believe you have lived according to your religious beliefs.

Activity Badge RequirementsFitness (Physical Skills)Citizen (Community)

One More From Different Activity Group

Mental Skills • Artist• Traveler• Scholar

Technology • Craftsman• Engineer

Outdoor • Forester• Naturalist• Geologist

* Please note that additional resources to support each of these meetings (including PDF support documents) are available at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/CubScouts/Leaders/DenLeaderResources/DenandPackMeetingResourceGuide/DenMeetingPlans.aspx

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