If want to be a Den Chief? Attend our next training class and learn how...
Join us at the 2008 University of Scouting for a fun-filled and informative training session that will prepare YOU to Lead the Way into Scouting as a Den Chief. Learn how to work with Pack leaders and their dens, to develop skills that motivate young Scouts to Do Their Best, and to help prepare Webelos Scouts for Boy Scouting. Our experienced staff of Den Chiefs and adult leaders will get you started and show how YOU can demonstrate leadership within your Troop and encourage Cubs to continue on the Scouting Trail.
Scouts will:
Be Prepared to work with the Den Leader
Be Prepared to teach and work with Cub Scouts
Be Prepared to be an example and open minded to young Cub Scouts
Date: TBA
Cub Scout Den Chief
Qualifications: Is an older Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer. Selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach, or Venturing Advisor at the request of the Cubmaster. Approved by the Cubmaster and pack committee for recommendation to the den leader. Registered as a youth member of a troop, team, or crew.
Responsibilities: The Cub Scout den chief's responsibilities are to
Know the purposes of Cub Scouting.
Help Cub Scouts achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting.
Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings.
Set a good example through attitude and uniforming.
Be a friend to the boys in the den.
Help lead weekly den meetings.
Help the den in its part of the monthly pack meeting.
Know the importance of the monthly theme and pack meeting plans.
Meet regularly with the den leader to review den and pack meeting plans. Meet as needed with adult members of the den, pack, and troop.
Receive training from the den leader (and Cubmaster or assistant Cubmaster) and attend Den Chief Training.
Encourage Cub Scouts to become Webelos Scouts when they are eligible.
Help the denner and assistant denner to be leaders.
Polaris
More information on date and location coming soon
Polarisis the Boy Scout National Youth Leadership Training Conference operated by the Cascade Pacific Council under the direction of the council Training Committee and the Program Department. It is an exciting, action based program designed to provide youth members of the B.S.A.with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home troops and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others. Here are some details to help you determine which of your Scouts will benefit from this experience.
What will Scouts do at Polaris? Every day is filled with activity. Polaris, NYLT is a six day course where the concepts of what a leader must BE, what he must KNOW, and what he must DO is taught, demonstrated, and lived in the out of doors in a troop and patrol setting. Immediate use of new ideas is stressed in a fun atmosphere based on the principles of Scouting. Everything we do is applicable to troop leadership back home. Participants are taught by skilled Scout staff members and veteran adult leaders. The days are very full.
Who may attend? Only Scouts who are 13,14 or 15 at least First Class, and have not yet attended Sogus. They may have had some leadership experience or are potential leaders in your troop. They need to be individuals who are self-motivated, and live the Scout Oath and Law.
Other Training
CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
This specialized skill to endeavor to revive victims of cardiac arrest (no breathing, no pulse) may be taught to Boy Scouts and Venturers by an instructor currently trained by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Teaching this skill to Cub Scouts is not recommended. Preliminary skills related to CPR are found in the Boy Scout Handbook and the First Aid merit badge pamphlet (rescue breathing, choking, and steps to take for CPR).
First Aid Training
First aid is the first help or immediate care given someone who has suddenly sickened or been hurt in an accident. First-aid training continues through the program of the Boy Scouts of America as concrete evidence that we are prepared to help others in need.
It is important that one person in each touring group be trained in the principles of first aid, know how and when to put this knowledge to the best use, and thoroughly understand the limitations of this knowledge.
It is strongly recommended that adult leaders in Scouting and Scouts avail themselves of CPR and first-aid training by the American Red Cross or any recognized agency to be aware of the latest techniques and procedures. However, some of the first-aid techniques found in BSA literature are not the same as those professed by the American Red Cross. Frequently, modifications depend on the Scout's age—this could be a factor in the Scout's judgment and physical dexterity.
Safe Swim Defense
Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.
Safety Afloat
Safety Afloat has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat Training, have a commitment card with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat.
BSA Lifeguard
BSA Lifeguard certification provides units with qualified individuals within their membership to act as qualified supervision for activities on or in the water. BSA Lifeguard is an all-day program, running all six merit badge periods and all 3 twilight sessions. It is a very rigorous, physically demanding week of swimming, rowing, and honing lifesaving skills.
Participants must pass a practical and written test to earn BSA Lifeguard certification.
Participants should bring a long-sleeve button down shirt, long pants, and shoes that they do not mind getting wet
Requirements: Any Scout or Scouter, 14 years of age or completion of 8th grade Prerequisites: Earn Lifesaving, Rowing, and Swimming merit badge (Adults must possess these skills);Obtain CPR and First Aid certification (American Red Cross, American Heart Association, and National Safety Council are acceptable certifications) What: BSA Lifeguard is designed to help provide troops with qualified supervision for aquatics outings. When: Courses will be offered in the early spring and fall. We'll post the dates and information as they are available. Prerequisites:
Participants must be age 14 or older
Able to swim 400 yards, including the following strokes: elementary backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, and either the crawl or trudgen.
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Canoeing or Rowing Merit Badge.
Must be able to surface dive to the bottom of 12 feet of water.
First aid is the first help or immediate care given someone who has suddenly sickened or been hurt in an accident. First-aid training continues through the program of the Boy Scouts of America as concrete evidence that we are prepared to help others in need.
BSA Lifeguard certification provides units with qualified individuals within their membership to act as qualified supervision for activities on or in the water. BSA Lifeguard is an all-day program, running all six merit badge periods and all 3 twilight sessions. It is a very rigorous, physically demanding week of swimming, rowing, and honing lifesaving skills.