2009 Cub Scout College Course Descriptions

9:00 AM

CUB 160

Tiger Safari! It’s a Jungle out there!!

See your Tigers ROAR!! Learn Group Organization, recognition, and activities.

9:00 AM to 10:50 AM

CUB 199

New Leader Essentials (NLE) 2 hour class

Required training for all adult positions in Scouting. Get an overview of the eight core methods of Scouting and how they fit together.

9:00 AM

CUB 205

Cub Scout Roundtables

Interested in CUB Scout RT? Need to know who should attend and why? Ever thought about becoming part of RT staff? If the answer to any of these is yes, this is a course to find out what RT is all about.

9:00 AM

CUB 262

Cub Ceremonies

Great ceremony ideas and tips for making them memorable and fun.

9:00 AM

CUB 355

Put the OUTING back in SCOUTING!!!

Pack and Den Outings! Cub Scout Camping! Understand the importance of family camping for your pack. Find out the how to, why, and where to go. Make family camping an annual event in your pack. (This is not BALOO Training)

9:00 AM

CUB 357

Leave No Trace Awareness Award & Nature Hikes & New Outdoor Activity Award

Nature is all around us. Learn to share its wonders with your Cubs and make it an awesome part of your program. Ideas for Cub outdoor ethics.

9:00 AM

CUB 360

Den Doodles

How to make and use den doodles. A great way to give weekly recognition at the den level for responsible, prepared boys who complete tasks and use the values.

9:00 AM

CUB 561

Disability Awareness

Successfully include all Scouts into the Cub Scout program. Accommodating disabilities and advancement concessions for Cubs with special needs. Tips on dealing with ADHD, Autism, and Aspergers. With caring patient adult leaders, all Scouts can achieve greatness.

10:00 AM

CUB 162

Cubmasters’ Corner

Dynamic pack program and adventures for fun filled meetings and effective advancement.

10:00 AM

CUB 263

Have a Blast with Derbies!

Pinewood, Space, Raingutter Regatta, Bike Rodeo and other derby information and ideas. Creative awards, trophies, and certificates.

10:00 AM

CUB 310

Chemistry in the Kitchen

It may not be edible but it sure is fun! Cub Scout science at its best and easiest.

10:00 AM

CUB 362

Blue & Gold Ideas

Make it a “Night to Remember.” Learn ideas, tips, and techniques for planning a successful banquet and get the help you need. We’ll cover program planning, food, entertainment, decorations, and much more.

10:00 AM

CUB 405

Intro to Boy Scouts

What can you expect when you join a troop? What do boy Scouts do and how is a troop different from a pack?

11:00 AM

CUB 163

Pack Trainer – A Must for Every Pack!!

Are you working on your Adult Award Knots? Does your Cub Committee have this position? Everything you need to increase adult training and retention!

11:00 AM

CUB 178

Character Connections for Cubs

Instill the values of Scouting in your Cubs. Know, commit and practice the 12 core values. Leadership, teamwork, respect, recognition and uniforming reflect the purposes of Scouting!

11:00 AM

CUB 240

Let the Races begin!

Everything you need to know to plan and put on a Pine Wood Derby. We will cover tracks, cars, timers, racing brackets, and awards. How to help the boys with their cars. You will also get speed tips and ideas for an outlaw derby for the adults and siblings races.

11:00 AM to 3:50 PM

CUB 503

Cub Scout Leader Specific training for Tiger, Wolf, Bear, and Webelos leaders (4 hour class)

Third step in becoming a trained leader. Come and get trained for your position.

11:00 AM to 3:50 PM

CUB 505

Cub Scout Leader Specific training for Cubmasters, Committee Chairs, Pack Committee, and Pack Trainers (4 hour class)

Third step in becoming a trained leader. Come and get trained for your position.

11:00 AM

CUB 562

Gathering Ideas

Learn gathering ideas, tricks, and puzzles to keep your Cub Scouts occupied and busy before the den meeting starts. Den Chiefs are a great help too!

11:00 AM

CUB 661

Nature Crafts

Using the incredible resources of Mother Nature in interesting projects your Cub Scouts will love.

11:00 AM

CUB 662A

Wood Craft

Teach your Cubbies how to hammer properly. Get some fantastic hands on ideas for simple wood projects to do with your Cub Scouts.

1:00 PM

CUB 143

Membership/Recruiting

Learn some of the methods for making your unit grow; how to utilize your Scout Parent Unit Coordinator; share ideas; and pick up some great resources at the same time.

1:00 PM

CUB 200

All Tied Up? Knot a Problem!

Learn how to tie basic knots and get tips on teaching them to your Cubs.

1:00 PM

CUB 212

Cubs in the Community

Be visible in your community by participating in parades and other events. Discover service projects you can do for your chartered organization and community.

1:00 PM

CUB 343

Pack Record Keeping

How to track advancement and recognitions. Learn about forms required for advancements, awards, membership, outings and fund raisers.

1:00 PM

CUB 662B

Wood Craft

Teach your Cubbies how to hammer properly. Get some fantastic hands on ideas for simple wood projects to do with your Cub Scouts.

2:00 PM to 3:50 PM

CUB 161

Webelos Wonders (2 hour class)

Make activity badges exciting! Discover local people and places. Tips for the LDS 1-yr program. Arrow of Light keepsake ideas. Preparing for Boy Scouts and finding the right troop for each Scout.

2:00 PM

CUB 193

Pack Finances

Understand pack finances and how to develop a budget plan for your pack or den. Learn what money earning projects a unit can hold, what you need to do if you want to do one.

2:00 PM

CUB 264

Successful Pack Program Planning

Learn how to plan an exciting year-round program. Use resources in the community, district, and council. Creative use of monthly themes. Staffing a full committee and divvying up all the work!

2:00 PM

CUB 267

Let the Games Begin

A great diversity of games to play: indoors and out, quiet and noisy!! Age appropriateness and making “games with a purpose” fun.

3:00 PM

CUB 347

Academics and Sports (Belt Loops & Pins)

How to use this great program to keep the boys active and excited as an extension to the regular requirements and electives.

3:00 PM

CUB 461

Pack Pizzazz

Add variety and excitement to your pack meetings with pre-opening activities, skits, cheers, run-ons, songs, games, and much, much more!

3:00 PM

CUB 663

Leather Craft

A hands-on opportunity to learn basic skills and techniques of leather working.

3:00 PM

CUB 667

Whittlin’ Chip For Bears and Webelos

This hands-on class includes knife safety, care and use of pocketknives and simple carving techniques. BYO Knife.