Transcript Den Leader Training
Den Leader Training
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Objectives • • • • • • • To discuss the purposes of the program To learn what a den leader does To plan and conduct a den meeting To plan a field trip (Go See It for Tiger Cubs) To learn about advancement and record keeping To discuss behavior issues To have fun
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Purpose of the Program • • • • • • • Beginning and continuing steps in Cub Scouting Age-based activities Family-centered activities Den-centered leadership Introduction to and developing with the fun of Scouting Higher level of self-reliance (for Webelos Scouts) Getting ready for Boy Scouts (for Webelos Scouts)
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The Den Leader • • • • • • • • Gives leadership to den program planning Works with adult partners (Tiger Cubs) or an assistant and den chief Helps or makes sure that the boys advance Maintains den records Works with other pack leaders Participates in pack program planning Attends monthly roundtables Approves advancement (Webelos)
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The Assistant Den Leader • • • • Provides support to the den leader Serves as a backup leader Attends pack meetings Assists in program planning
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Leadership Skills • • • • • • • Shared leadership Teamwork Cooperation Communication Working with boys Attitude Setting the example
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Uniforming • • • • Sense of belonging Attention Identification with Scouting Webelos Scouts may wear the blue or tan uniform.
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Summary • • • • • Grade-based and progressive Adult partners are the key.
Leaders support it.
Leaders set uniforming example.
Adults assist as activity badge counselors (Webelos).
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Planning for the Pack and Den • • • • Annual program planning conference Monthly pack leaders’ meeting Den meeting planning and preparation Plan in small segments to be successful.
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Nine Elements of Planning 1. Objective 2. Fun 3. Variety 4. Action 5. Boy Appeal 6. Family Appeal 7. Achievement 8. Resources 9. Flexibility
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Program Planning Steps 1. Annual pack program planning conference 2. Monthly pack leaders’ planning meetings
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Annual Pack Program Planning Conference • • • Led by the pack chair.
Supported by the pack committee and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents attend and participate.
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Monthly Pack Planning Meeting • • • • Led by the pack chair.
Supported by the pack committee and Cubmaster.
Den leaders and interested parents attend and participate.
Follows a regular order: – – – – – Part 1: Evaluating the previous month Part 2: Finalizing the current month Part 3: Planning ahead Part 4: Unit Leadership Enhancements Part 5: Social time and fellowship
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The Scouting Month • • • Two or more den meetings with leaders and/or adult partners One outing, activity, or camping experience (or Go See It for Tiger Cubs) Participation in the pack meeting
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Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide
• • • • • • Most important resource for den leaders One-stop shop for planning den meetings Introduction to Cub Scouting and den leader responsibilities Den meeting plans for all ranks Pack meeting plans References and resources
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Using the Den Plans • • • Two types of den meeting plans are provided.
A school year’s worth of plans: – Focused on path to advancement.
– – – Should be followed in order.
Assumes a September start and May transition with continued summer activities.
Assumes two den meetings are held per month.
Additional for dens needing more meetings: – Used in any order.
– Focused on electives.
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Den Meetings • • • • • • • Before the Meeting Gathering Opening Business Items Activities Closing After the Meeting
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Before the Meeting • Review and make final preparations.
– Consult the Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide. – Review materials and preparation needed early and often.
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Gathering • Have something for them to do: – Game – – – – Puzzle Magic Outdoor activity Supervision is important!
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Opening • Opening ceremony of some type: – Flag ceremony (always) – – – – Cub Scout motto Song Den yell Prayer
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Business Items • • • • Character Connection for monthly Core Values Pack meeting preparation Prepare for special den activities Verify home assignment completion
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Activities • • Advancement and electives Defined in the Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide.
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Closing • • • • • Awards and recognition Reminders (upcoming events and home assignments) Den leader’s minute Brief closing ceremony Cleanup
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After the Meeting • • • • Review this meeting.
Plan/review the next meeting.
Clean up.
Relax.
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Great Den Meetings . . .
• • • • • • Are planned well in advance Operate with shared leadership Use the boys’ handbooks and Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide as the primary guides Follow the den meeting plans from the
Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide
Anticipate any behavior problems Are FUN!
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Webelos and Arrow of Light Den
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Planning a Webelos Den Meeting • • • • Be guided by the Den & Pack Meeting
Resource Guide.
Cover all parts of the meeting.
Focus on how the advancement activities will be handled.
Are no more than one hour long.
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Webelos Scouts Are Boys • • • • • • Fourth- and fifth-grader (age 10) behavior.
Inquisitive but growing School is now routine; boys are looking for new challenges.
Some are new to Scouting, some are previous Cub Scouts.
Build trust.
They have a new leader—you!
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Webelos Scouts Are Boys • • • • • Parental involvement is needed.
They need hands-on projects.
More independence should be expected of the boys.
Follow a code of conduct in meetings and other locations.
Teach individual responsibility.
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Webelos Scouts Are Boys • • • • As Webelos, allow the boys to set and determine the boundaries of their own behavior – let them write their Code of Conduct as a group.
Allow the Den to decide if they want to be recognized as a Den or as a Patrol. Promote and foster the idea of activities separate from the Pack. Shift focus of advancement to each boy as opposed to the group.
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Webelos Advancement • • • Encouragement and recognition of achievement Grade-related and age-appropriate Webelos den leader encourages, ensures, and approves advancement.
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Webelos Advancement • • • • • Bobcat badge Webelos activity badges Webelos badge Compass points emblem Arrow of Light
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Webelos Activity Badges • • • Physical Skills Aquanaut Athlete Fitness Sportsman Outdoor Activity Forester Geologist Naturalist Outdoorsman Community Citizen Communicator Family Member Readyman • • Mental Skills Artist Scholar Showman Traveler Technology Craftsman Engineer Handyman Scientist
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Activity Badge Counselor • • • Helps Webelos Scouts earn activity badges Provides instruction at Webelos den meetings The service is temporary and is not a registered BSA position
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Earning the Webelos Badge • • • Eight total requirements Complete three activity badges – Fitness (Physical Skills) – – Citizen (Community) One from any of the three other groups: • • Outdoor Activities Mental Skills • Technology Boy Scout preparation and knowledge
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Earning the Arrow of Light • • • • • Six months in the den Preparation to join a Boy Scout troop Eight activity badges, including the three for the Webelos badge Troop visit Campout
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Recognition • • • Immediate – Webelos colors At pack meeting – – Activity badges Compass points emblem Belt loops and pins – Academics and Sports
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The Field Trip • • • • • • A monthly field trip Opportunity for boys to discover new things Will be related to handbook advancement or the monthly Core Value In the immediate locale Remember the age group (10- to 11-year-olds) Have fun!
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Planning Webelos Field Trips • • • • Prior planning is a must.
Share the planning and execution.
Involve your field trip location contact.
Use a Tour Planning Checklist.
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Record Keeping
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Webelos Activities • • • • Pack meeting participation Activity-badge-related outings Camping!
– – – – – – Pack overnighters Family camping Webelos den camping Boy Scout troop joint campouts Day camps Resident camp Good Turn
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Webelos-to-Scout Progression • • • • • • • • Start early.
Visit multiple troop meetings.
Organize joint Webelos/Troop campouts.
Visit troop activities and camporees.* Discuss options with adults and boys.
Explain that not all boys will go to the same troop.
Encourage completing the Arrow of Light.
Encourage movement to Boy Scouts of Webelos Scouts and parents.
* Webelos Scouts may not participate in activities or stay overnight.
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Webelos-to-Scout Progression When visiting Boy Scout Troops, look for the following: • • • • • Who leads the Troop – it should be a Boy Led Troop How do the members of the Troop wear the uniform Is the meeting organized – and does it run as scheduled Is the Patrol Method clearly in place and being used How many uniformed adults are present
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The Denner and Assistant Denner • • • • Boy leadership Help the den leader.
May lead activities.
Denner service teaches responsibility.
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The Den Chief • • • • • • Boy Scout or Venturer leadership position Older boy influence Helps the den leader.
Leads activities.
Positive attitude Leads by example.
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Six Great Webelos Den Leader Secrets • • • • • • Be tolerant regarding boys’ increasingly busy schedules.
Boys need a fast-moving program.
Alternate energetic activities with quiet ones.
Hands-on activities are better than lectures.
Boys will learn self-control when given guidelines.
Guide boys to Boy Scouts.
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Planning a Webelos Meeting • • • • • Leader Resources: Cub Scouts 2010 program Webelos handbook Academic & Sports program Cub Scout Leader book Other resources
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• • Webelos Den Leader Recognition Tenure – Complete one year as a registered Webelos den leader.
Training – – – Complete Webelos Den Leader Fast Start training, Youth Protection training, Webelos Den Leader Position-Specific Training, and This Is Scouting.
Complete Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders course.
Attend a Cub Scout leader pow wow or University of Scouting, or at least four roundtables.
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Review and Questions
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Congratulations!
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