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Friday, March 4, 2011

Cubbing 101: The Pack Committee - Cubmaster

We have several new members to our pack and one of the moms was asking me about who does what.  Sometimes I think we as scouters forget what it was like as a new parent.  I've been in the program since I was a boy so I know how things are supposed to look, even if I don't always know right away how to implement them. 

So for your benefit as well as mine I will start with my position, and gradually post all of them.  Who knows, maybe I will learn something too. 

A Cubmaster is a man or woman at least 21 years old, subscribes to the Declaration of Religious Principle, and agrees to abide by the Scout Oath or Promise and the Scout Law. Possesses the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that the Boy Scouts of America deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth. Does not need to be an expert in all Cub Scout activities but should be a leader who is able to communicate well with adults as well as boys. Should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior, attitude, and uniform. Should believe in the values and purposes of Cub Scouting. Preferably a member of the chartered organization. Selected and appointed by the pack committee with the approval of the chartered organization, and registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

The Pack program is planned by the Pack Committee, but the Cubmaster conducts the program. A typical list of responsibilities includes:
  • Deliver a quality, fun, year-round program to the Cub Pack
  • Conduct the program according to BSA policies
  • Receive the appropriate training, including Cubmaster specific training
  • Attend monthly Cub Scout Roundtables, to receive information about district and council policies and programs
  • Carry out the Pack program with the support of the Pack Committee, including leading monthly pack meetings
  • Carry out the goals of the chartering organization within the Pack program
  • Work with the Pack Committee to recruit adult leadership
  • Work with the Pack Committee to develop the Pack budget
  • Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the other adult leaders. Make sure they receive training for their positions.
  • Encourage the Pack Den Leaders to work toward Cub Scout Leader awards
  • Encourage Webelos to cross over to a Boy Scout Troop
  • Communicate with parents about the Pack program and help to educate them about the Cub Scout program
  • Encourage family participation in the Cub Scout program
  • Encourage the Pack to participate in service projects
  • Work with the Assistant Cubmasters, delegating as necessary
  • Attend and participate in Pack Committee planning meetings
  • Recruit Den Chiefs to assist the Pack Den Leaders
  • Incorporate traditional Scouting elements, such as flag ceremonies, skits, and songs, into the Pack program
  • Encourage advancement and recognize Cub Scouts when they advance
  • Coordinating the total Cub Scout program for the pack.
Sources for this article include

BSA Official Website

ScouterMom.com

Cubmaster.org


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