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PINE TREE COUNCIL
UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING SATURDAY, MARCH 10, 2018 FREEPORT HIGH SCHOOL
CATALOG OF COURSES
www.pinetreebsa.org/uos
Welcome to the University of Scouting
Dear Fellow Scouters: The Pine Tree Council welcomes you to the 2018 University of Scouting. We are very excited to once again offer you so many fantastic courses. If you are new to UOS, you will quickly see why this event creates so much Scouting excitement and continues to be the largest gathering of adult Scouters in our council. This one-day University is “beyond the basics” supplemental training, we hope you will gain much better insight into the world's most valuable youth programs and have a whole lot of fun doing it! This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with other Scouters in the Pine Tree Council. Don’t forget to take time to browse the Scouting Showcase for information and ideas for your next Scouting outing. We want to thank the many volunteers who have given of themselves to organize, teach and lead this event. We are grateful for our cadre of the finest Scouting volunteer and professional staff instructors BSA has to offer. These instructors were selected for their knowledge and experience and also for their creativity, enthusiasm and love for the program. It is their dedication and commitment that will make this event so magnificent. Please find tools to complete your registration for this event in the back of the catalog or register online at www.pinetreebsa.org/uos. Although our courses are classified by BSA program (Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, etc.), you are more than welcome and encouraged to enroll in any course offered. Be sure to take advantage of the early registration discount by registering right away! It is your participation that makes Scouting programs such a valuable experience for our youth! Thank you.
Sherry Lord Eric Tarbox University President Council Scout Executive 2018 University of Scouting Pine Tree Council, BSA
2018 Steering Committee University President
Sherry Lord [email protected]
207-251-8261
University Staff Adviser Athena Mann
[email protected] 207-797-5252 x34
Dean of Cub Scouting Bill Kiley
[email protected] 207-604-8208
Dean of Boy Scouting Stephen Houser
[email protected] 207-727-4694
Dean of General Studies Leo DeLima
[email protected] 207-423-6916
Dean of Commissioner Studies Lynne Picoraro
[email protected] 207-400-7785
Dean of Venturing Jody Hart
[email protected] 207-608-1894
Dean of OA Studies Nivek Boostedt
Past President Jim Thomas
[email protected] 207-632-1114
Registrar Paul Hallee
Scouting Showcase Steve Lunn
Facilities Tom Morris
PR/Catalog Matt Dubois
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What’s Happening in 2018...
The Scouting Showcase Continue your education through the Scouting Showcase, which will include a wide variety of Scouting and community related displays, program materials, high-adventure and camping programs as well as valuable resources to help bring excellence to your unit’s program. The Showcase opens at 8 a.m. and will be open through periods 1,2, 3, lunch and period 4, so come on over and take home some great ideas for your Scouting program! We have an impressive line-up of organizations throughout our council that will be showing displays and resources that you can use in your Scouting program. If you would like a booth at the 2018 University of Scouting, please complete the Showcase Request Form on page 14 or contact Steve Lunn at [email protected].
Youth Leadership Institute Boy Scouts, Venturers and Explorers 14 years old and older are welcome and encouraged to attend the 2018 University of Scouting! From annual planning, to Eagle advancement help, to camping and outdoor skill instruction, the University is the place for older scouts to continue to develop their knowledge and leadership skills. Youth participants should select five classes from those
marked with the icon. Service to others is an important component of leadership, so Youth Leadership Institute participants will also assist with serving lunch and end of day clean-up. On your registration form, fill in your 5 class choices, and write ‘Service’ in either period 3 or 6. Make sure you check the box for the reduced registration fee of $10 for youth participants.
Pine Tree Scout Shop The Pine Tree Scout Shop will be at the University of Scouting to provide you with additional resources to complement these great courses! Don’t forget to stop by and check out all the great “Scout Stuff” we have to offer to bring your University of Scouting experience back to your unit!
Madockawanda Lodge Store Order of the Arrow members! Visit the Madockawanda Lodge Store at the University of Scouting to get the latest lodge and OA gear! Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up the latest merchandise (and it’s a great place to pay your membership dues).
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2018 University of Scouting Courses For course descriptions, see pages 5-10
Track/Period R e g i s t r a t i o n
&
O p e n i n g
C e r e m o n y
Period 1 9:00 am
Period 2 10:00 am
Period 3 11:00 am
L u n c h
&
G u e s t
S p e a k e r
Period 4 1:15 pm
Period 5 2:15 pm
Period 6 3:15 pm
C l o s i n g
C e r e m o n y
College of Cub Scouting
(open to all)
CS01 Cub Oscars
CS02 Mad Science*
CS03 Playful Pack
Meetings
CS04 Cub Scout
Ceremonies
CS05 Basic Cub Scout Hiking Skills*
CS06 Pack Finances
CS11 Family Camping
CS12 Cub Grub*
CS13 Whittling Chip*
CS14 Better School
Talks
CS15 First Aid for
Cubbies*
CS16 Woodworking for
Cubs*
College of Boy Scouting
(open to all)
BS01 Team Building*
BS02 Life to Eagle*
BS03 Special Needs
Scouting*
BS04 Introduction to
Risk Management
BS05 Real World Solutions
to Common Troop Problems
BS06 Duct Tape in
Scouting*
BS11 World Jamboree*
BS12 A Scout is Reverent*
BS13 The Patrol Method*
BS14 Effective SM
Conferences & Boards of Review
BS15 Camping*
BS16 Merit Badge Counselors
College of General Studies
(open to all)
GS01 Religious Emblems*
GS02 Outdoor Cooking
P2*
GS03 Outdoor Cooking
P3*
GS04 Food
Dehydration*
GS05 Victory Gardens*
GS06 Backpacking*
GS11 Plan Your Unit’s Next Adventure
GS14 Geocaching*
GS15 NOVA*
GS16 Scouting Heritage*
College of Venturing
VN01 Goal Setting and
Time Management*
VN04 Recruiting for
Venturing Crews*
VN05 Introduction to
Leadership Skills for Crews*
VN06 Conservation
Projects: Eagle/Ranger to
Hornaday*
College of Commissioner
Science
CM01 My.Scouting
Profiles
CM02 Spring, Summer and Year-Round
Recruiting
CM03 Welcoming Families & Building
Relationships
CM04 Navigating Scout
Book
CM05 Using JTE for
Calendar
CM06 YPT Issues and
What to do
College of OA Studies
OA01 It’s More than a
Sash
OA02 History of the OA
and Lodge
OA03 The Induction
Process
OA04 OA and District
Relations
OA05 The Adult's Role
in the OA
OA06 Eastern Woodland Native Americans
Family Scouting Training
FS01 Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (Periods 1-3)
FS11 Cub Scout Leader Specific Training (Periods 4-6)
Showcase (open to all)
Showcase Open Showcase Open
* Open to All, including Scouts, Venturers and Explorers
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College of Cub Scouting
Cub Oscars CS01 Period 1
Cub awards are special: Come learn about awards and other activities to do beyond just rank adventures. Award winning fun all year long!
Mad Science
CS02 Period 2
Experiment with fun!! Experience actions and reactions the boys will have making a mess and having fun. Simple experiments to play with everyday science. Make science fun.
Playful Pack Meetings CS03 Period 3
Organized chaos! Ideas to spice up the fun parts of the pack meeting that bring a playful spirit and games to the meeting. Lots of ideas and suggestions.
Cub Scout Ceremonies CS04 Period 4
Bobcat to Crossover. Face painting to walking the cross over bridge. Ways to make ceremonies memorable and lots of fun for Scouts of all ages.
Basic Cub Scout Hiking Skills CS05 Period 5
Safety and stuff for a fun walk! Outdoor basics for planning a fun hike: gear, grub, and getting out. For the seasoned hiker to the person who just bought their first pair of hiking boots.
Pack Finances
CS06 Period 6 Finding funding beyond dues and popcorn. Unit finances, budgeting, raising funds for the unit for the program you wish to provide for the Scouts. Includes topics like the things the last treasurer forgot to pass on to you.
Family Camping CS11 Period 1
Outdoor fun overnight. Cub camping basics: What you need for a campout and program ideas to plan your days and nights.
Cub Grub
CS12 Period 2
Toast to Klondike stew: basic cooking for cub scouts to do and add a few fun treats for the adults to whip up for the whole pack.... your own purple stew!!
Whittling Chip
CS13 Period 3
This course is a real CUT up! Basic knife safety for adults and you too get to earn your whittling chip as you go through the program. Soap carving included.
Better School Talks CS14 Period 4
Learn how to successfully ask for and conduct a school talk and the best method to conduct a a one-hour joining night that will ensure volunteer recruiting and collection of applications that night.
First Aid for Cubbies
CS15 Period 5
What to do with a BOO-BOO! Offering basic first aid to introduce the Scouts on what to do for basic first aid treatment. Things for a Cub Scout's first aid kit and yours as a leader.
Woodworking for Cubs
CS16 Period 6
To the bat house and beyond! Hands on creation of wood working projects for Cubs of all ages to do. Templates, planning and pre-drilling the things that will make the den meeting go smoother. Review of Safe Scouting for woodworking.
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College of Boy Scouting
Teambuilding BS01 Period 1
Learn to have fun and teach at the same time! Learn games that will help bring your youth leaders together as a team.
Life to Eagle
BS02 Period 2
Eagle proposals; required documentation; submission. A Scout makes Life rank and now focuses on making Eagle. Learn about the process to get there; merit badges, leadership and the Eagle Scout service project. Discussion will include the Eagle workbook process and more.
Special Needs Scouting
BS03 Period 3
Include Scouts of all abilities in unit activities. Learn the ins and outs of the effective use of an ISAP; the timeline, qualifications, and paperwork required for registering beyond the age of eligibility, as well as applying for alternative advancement requirements and merit badges for Scouts with special needs.
Introduction to Risk
Management BS04 Period 4
Risk management is present in almost every aspect of our lives, so much so that we hardly notice we are doing it. Scouting is no exception. Learning how to keep youth and leaders safe requires planning, training, leadership, good judgment, and accepting responsibility. Topics include the principles of risk management and several currently available risk management resources.
Real World Solutions to
Common Troop Problems BS05 Period 5
Most Boy Scout troops share similar challenges at one point or another. Veteran Scouters will offer tips and techniques that you can take to your troop and use immediately on topics such as recruitment, parent involvement, keeping the program fresh, youth-led and adult guided program, and how to overcome the challenges of running a troop.
Duct Tape in Scouting
BS06 Period 6
We will examine the many uses for this wonderful tool that has been known to simplify the life of many Scout leaders. This class takes a light-hearted view of the "sticky stuff" and the multitude of common tasks and functional objects that can be conquered and created through the use of Duct Tape!
World Jamboree BS11 Period 1
Pine Tree Council will be sending a contingent to the 2019 World Scout Jamboree, July 22 - August 2, 2019 in West Virginia. Come to this informational session to hear all the details you and your scouts will need to know.
A Scout is Reverent BS12 Period 2
Clarify the Boy Scout requirements regarding their "Duty to God" in all ranks and begin gathering ideas and resources to help your Scouts work through them. Learn about the Religious Emblem program in which Boy Scouts and leaders may participate.
The Patrol Method BS13 Period 3
Baden Powell said that the patrol method wasn't the best way to run a Boy Scout troop… he said it was the ONLY way! Come learn why this has been proven by those that have done it.
Effective SM Conferences
& Boards of Review BS14 Period 4
This session will illustrate the differences and similarities of the Scoutmaster conference and the board of review. Learn how to use this time to guide and give purpose to your Scouts. Discussions will include how the Scout and the troop both benefit, what to ask, what to say, what to do and how to get the most out of these conversations.
Camping!
BS15 Period 5
This session will cover how to plan, prepare, and carry out a successful camping trip any time of the year with your troop. Topics will include proper equipment, clothing, food, transportation, health requirements, fun activities, and good places to camp.
Merit Badge Counselors
BS16 Period 6 This course is designed to answer your questions about merit badges and becoming a merit badge counselor. Discussions topics will cover the paperwork necessary to sign up, blue cards, Youth Protection Training, what the Scout’s responsibilities are in fulfilling the requirements.
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College of General Studies
Religious Emblems GS01 Period 1
Duty to God is a cornerstone of the BSA. This course will take you through why this is such an important aspect of Scouting, and how both youth and adults can earn Religious Emblems for their faith.
Outdoor Cooking, Period 2
GS02 Period 2
Are you interested in learning about outdoor cooking for camp outs, outdoor events or just for you own enjoyment? This session will focus on various cooking techniques as well as recipes and gear suggestions. All cooking abilities encouraged to attend.
Outdoor Cooking, Period 3
GS03 Period 3
Are you interested in learning about outdoor cooking for camp outs, outdoor events or just for you own enjoyment? This session will focus on various cooking techniques as well as recipes and gear suggestions. All cooking abilities encouraged to attend.
Food Dehydration GS04 Period 4
What causes food to spoil? How can we counter bacteria and keep our food safe to eat, how to preserve food in the summer months? Learn about dehydrators and vacuum sealers. Tips for success, expectations, meal ideas and much more.
Victory Gardens GS05 Period 5
At least 12,000 Scouts had victory gardens in World War I and this grew to 20,000 in World War II. Learn the techniques to help keep gardening simple and successful. Help your Scouts have a home, den or unit garden.
Backpacking
GS06 Period 6
Learn how to select the correct backpack, water filtration, how to plan and cook trail meals, how to choose clothing & gear, how to pack and how to plan a trip with your troop.
Plan Your Unit’s Next Adventure
GS11 Period 1
Spend the morning learning how to develop a basic plan you can use to take your unit on their next high adventure trip. By lunchtime you will have enough information and direction, on paper, to successfully present your trip proposal to your unit including a plan, timetable, assigned roles, budget, and fundraising program. (This is a 3-period course). COURSE PREREQUISITES: List of your adult leaders with their current roles in the unit, professions outside the unit, and skills they possess (web design, kayaker, hiker, carpenter, etc.) and 3 ideas for your next trip (for example: climb Mt. Katahdin, visit the Boston Aquarium, etc.).
Geocaching
GS14 Period 4
Geocaching is becoming more popular than ever and a great activity for the whole family, but how do you get started? Come learn what geocaching is, how to start hunting for caches, plus how to create and hide caches of your own.
NOVA
GS15 Period 5
Interested in becoming a Nova Counselor or SuperNova Mentor but don’t know where to start? Already registered as one of these integral STEM program instructors but want to up your game? This course is jam packed full of information for leaders, as well as for units that are interested in incorporating STEM into their yearly programming!
Scouting Heritage GS16 Period 6
Learn about people like West and Seton, as well as some of our past Maine Scouting leaders. A review of some of Scouting's milestones and challenges. How has our uniform and program changed?
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College of Venturing
Goal Setting and Time Management
VN01 Period 1
Finding a successful time management strategy depends on each individual’s personality, ability to self-motivate, and level of self-disciple. This course introduces established methods for improving a Venturer’s ability to effectively manage a daily timeline in their life. (This is a 3-period course).
Recruiting for Venture Crews
VN04 Period 4
Are you struggling to grow your Crew? Let’s discuss with other crews that have had success in growth some of the ways that worked for them, and find ways to help you grow your crew to be successful! Bring your ideas, and brainstorming abilities to share with the group discussion.
Introduction to Leadership
Skills for Crews VN05 Period 5
Teaching leadership skills to teenagers – our future leaders – is one important mission that Venturing addresses. The ILSC course was created to help Venturers learn and practice the attitudes and skills effective leaders demonstrate. Practicing and mastering these skills within the crew will provide Venturers with positive leadership experiences in and outside the crew.
Conservation Projects:
Eagle or Ranger to Hornaday VN06 Period 6
What makes a good conservation project? How do you turn an Eagle Scout service project or the Venturing Ranger Award into a Hornady Award worthy project? What is the Hornaday Award? We’ll cover it all in this course!
Scouting Showcase
Be sure to schedule a class period to visit the great displays and exhibitions in the Scouting Showcase. We’ll have the usual showcase and exhibition areas featuring summer camp, high adventure, and many others. We’ll also have vendor displays for products and services that support Scouting.
SS01 Period 1 SS02 Period 2 SS03 Period 3 SS04 Period 4
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College of Commissioner Studies
My.Scouting Profiles CM01 Periods 1
My.Scouting Tools has been introduced to Scouts and volunteers and is a dynamic tool for all Scouts and Scouters. Come learn how to manage your own account and what resources are available to you.
Spring, Summer, and Year-Round Recruiting
CM02 Period 2
Beyond the joining nights! Successfully recruiting during the Spring, Summer, and year-round to reach as many youths in your community as possible! This course will guide you through how to grow your unit throughout the year!
Welcoming Families and Building Relationships
CM03 Period 3
You’ve recruited the families, you’ve planned an amazing program, now what? This course will guide you through how to build and maintain relationships with members of your unit to ensure lasting membership! We’ll also discuss the newly suggested role, the New Member Coordinator!
Navigating Scout Book CM04 Period 4
Want to know more about Scout Book before taking the plunge? New to the service? Old hat? This course has something for everyone! Scout Book is ever evolving! Learn about all the new features, and old features you never knew existed!
Using JTE for Calendar CM05 Period 5
Planning a unit year can be daunting! Scouting's Journey to Excellence is the BSA's planning, performance, and recognition program designed to encourage and reward the success of our units, districts and councils. Come and learn how to use it as a calendaring tool and utilize it to create a quality program for your youth.
YPT Issues and What To Do CM06 Period 6
This course will be led by a panel of professionals that deal with protecting youth. Come join in the discussion, hear from professionals engaged in these issues and share your experiences.
Family Scouting Training
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training
FS01 Period 1-3
Family Scouting has arrived in Pine Tree Council in 2018, and w are inviting our daughters, sons and families to join your Cub Scout pack. If your pack wishes to adopt Family Scouting, this course is required for all leaders- and it fulfills your basic training requirements. (This is a 3-period course).
Cub Scout
Leader Specific Training FS11 Period 4-6
Family Scouting has arrived in Pine Tree Council in 2018, and w are inviting our daughters, sons and families to join your Cub Scout pack. If your pack wishes to adopt Family Scouting, this course is required for all leaders- and it fulfills your basic training requirements. (This is a 3-period course).
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College of OA Studies
It’s More than a Sash OA01 Period 1
This course will offer a session on the ideals of the Order of the Arrow and the importance of the Order of the Arrow to the Scouting program as a whole. Learn what it means to live by the Obligation, identify how to take home the principles of the Order of the Arrow and the leadership skills to your troop.
History of the OA and Lodge
OA02 Period 2
Madockawanda Lodge is coming up on our 75th anniversary! This session will review the vast and rich history of the OA. We’ll look at national as well as local Madockawanda Lodge history, traditions, growth and changes in the preparation for our 75th anniversary celebration.
The Induction Process
OA03 Period 3
The induction process and steps are the gateway to new candidates and the future of our Order and lodge. Join us to learn about the induction process from nomination to sealing membership in the Order as a Brotherhood member, the steps along the way and how an Arrowman can be an asset to their troop.
OA and District Relations
OA04 Period 4
There are many ways that the Order of the Arrow can help support district programs and activities. This course will give you insight on how the Order of the Arrow can provide a service at district events such as Fall and Spring camporees, Klondike derby and Pinewood Derby just to name a few.
Eastern Woodland Native
Americans OA05 Period 5
This session will cover history, culture and other interesting subjects and stories of the Eastern Woodland Native Americans, their clothing and how the OA adapts their culture to our ceremonies, our regalia. This is sure to be one session not to miss.
The Adult's Role in the OA
OA06 Period 6
What can adults do in the Order? Learn about the opportunities you have to guide the future of committees, chapters, and even the Lodge. There’s more to being an adult in the OA than just coming to work days, join us for a discussion on how to be involved.
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University Details
Directions
Fee: $20 before March 2. $25 after March 2. Fee covers materials, lunch, patch, and certificate. Make your check payable to Pine Tree Council, or
REGISTER ONLINE www.pinetreebsa.org/uos
Registration and check-in: You’ll be warmly welcomed at the University beginning at 7:45 am. Opening ceremony begins promptly at 8:30 am. Bring: Notebook, pen, pencil, and enthusiasm. Attire: Full field uniform for registered uniformed Scouters. Full uniform or dress casual for committee members. Dress casual for civilians. Phones: Out of courtesy to other participants and faculty, please keep personal cell phones shut off or in the silent mode. Smoking: No smoking is allowed on the Freeport High School campus. Children: This training is for adults as well as Scouts, Venturers and Explorers 14 years old or older. No provisions have been made for childcare. Special Needs Information: Pine Tree Council aims to make our programs available to all Scouts and Scouters. If you have a disability that may require special attention, auxiliary aids, or any reasonable accommodation, please contact Pine Tree Council at 797-5252 ext. 34 at least two weeks prior to the University. Training Awards: The University provides continuing training to supplement required basic training. Den leader, Cub Scout leader, Boy Scout leader training awards accept participation in a University of Scouting to fulfill training award requirements. Please check the most up-to-date scorecard for more details.
Freeport High School 30 Holbrook Street Freeport, Maine
From the South: ● From Interstate 295, take exit 20 (Desert Road). At
end of ramp turn right. ● Follow Route 1 North for approximately 1.2 miles. ● Turn left onto Holbrook Road. ● Freeport High School will be located on the right
(parking across the street from the school). From the North: ● From Interstate 295, take exit 22 (Freeport/Durham).
At end of ramp turn right. ● Follow Mallett Drive until intersection with Route 1. ● Turn right, follow Route 1 South for approximately
.4 miles. ● Turn right onto Holbrook Road. ● Freeport High School will be located on the right
(parking across the street from the school). From Lewiston/Auburn (Western Maine): ● Follow Route 136 South to Freeport. ● At intersection of Route 1, turn right. Follow Route
1 South for approximately .4 miles ● Turn right onto Holbrook Road ● Freeport High School will be located on the right
(parking across the street from the school)
Join us for a day of fun and fellowship with great Scouting Resources.
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University of Scouting Registration
1. Fill in your information. 2. Check your registration fee. 3. Select your courses. 4. Make a copy of this form for your records. 5. Mail this form along with your fee to:
Pine Tree Council Attn: University 146 Plains Road Raymond, ME 04071
You may also register online at www.pinetreebsa.org/uos
1. Your Information…
Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________ City ________________________ State ______ Zip ___________ Home Phone _______________ Work Phone ________________ E-mail Address _______________________________ District/Council ____________________ Pack/Troop/Crew ___________ Registered Position _____________________
2. Registration Fee… Please Check One:
□ Adult Participant □ Staff/Instructor □ Youth Participant (incl. OA youth)
$20 if paid by 3/2 $10 fee $10 fee $25 if after 3/2
3. Your Courses…
Make your class selections. Please make a copy of this form for future reference.
Check-In Registration
Opening Ceremony
1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period Lunch 4th Period 5th Period 6th Period Closing Ceremony
7:45 am 8:30 am 9:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am Noon 1:15 pm 2:15 pm 3:15 pm 4:15 pm
Examples CS02 SS02 BS06 Lunch VN04 OA05 CM06 Closing Ceremony
Your Courses Lunch Closing Ceremony
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2018 University of Scouting Scouting Showcase Vendor Application
Name of Organization or Company/Event: ________________________________________ Booth Manager Contact Information:
Name:______________________________________________ Email:______________________________________________ Daytime telephone: ____________________________________
How many tables will you need? (tables are 2’ x 8’) ___________ Do you need electricity? Circle one: Yes No Any special requests? _______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ Will you be providing handouts or “freebies”? (circle one) Yes No
If yes, what will you be providing? ________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________ Vendor registration is $10 per person in order to cover the costs of lunch and the facility. Please register as a staff person on the registration page. Any questions, contact Steve Lunn at [email protected].
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