2008 Cub Scout Leader / Parent Pow Wow
"Cubs In Story Book Land"
What Is Pow Wow?
Pow Wow is THE annual Cub Scout Training Event of the year! An entire year's worth of new ideas and inspiration that will enhance your Cub Scout Pack and its program. Pow Wow is a great opportunity to meet with other Scouters, share ideas and have Cub Scout FUN! There are classes in Crafts, Cooking, Cub Scout Resources, Cub Scout Programs and much more. We have also added some new courses to the list. It will be a full day of fun to remember!
Even though Pow Wow 2008 has passed, please remember to SAVE THE DATE for 2009 Pow Wow! It will be held on January 24, 2009.
Who Should Attend?
Pow Wow is for ALL adults (Den Leaders, Tiger Cub Partners, Cubmasters, Webelos Leaders and parents) interested in the Cub Scout Program. There will also be Child Care (see below) so bring the whole family!
What Happened to Den Chief Training?
Den Chief Training will be held at Camp Herms on October 18th, 2008. Click here for additional information.
When Is Pow Wow?
| 8:00 - 8:40 | Registration |
| 8:40 - 9:00 | Opening |
| 9:10 - 10:00 | Session 1 |
| 10:05 - 10:55 | Session 2 |
| 11:00 - 11:50 | Session 3 |
| 11:55 - 12:55 | Lunch |
| 1:00 - 1:50 | Session 4 |
| 1:55 - 2:45 | Session 5 |
| 2:50 - 3:40 | Session 6 |
| 3:45 - 4:00 | Closing |
2008 Pow Wow has passed.
In 2009, Pow Wow will take place on Saturday, January 24th.
Where Is Pow Wow?
Pow Wow will take place at St. Patrick / St. Vincent High School, 1500 Benicia Road, Vallejo, CA. [Map]
St. Patrick / St. Vincent High School is only 13 miles from the Council Office. Take 680 N towards Sacramento. Cross the Benicia Bridge ($4 toll) and take the left lanes onto the 780 W Ramp towards Benicia / Vallejo. Take the Glen Cove Road exit and turn right. Turn right at the first signal onto Benicia Road and the school is on the left side across from CHP.
Or, take 80 to 780 E to the Glen Cove Road exit. Turn left at the signal, cross over the freeway and turn right at the next signal onto Benicia Road. The school is on the left side across from CHP.
What Classes Can I Take?
There are an extensive variety of classes to take at Pow Wow! Look at the Course List below, and pick your 6 classes. Make sure you choose 6 alternate classes in case your first choice is full. The only problem may be that you want to sign up for everything! Solve that by teaming up with other pack leaders and parents and split up to cover all the classes offered at the same time. It's an excellent way to make the most of Pow Wow. You can also follow the suggested classes that are outlined during online registration and on the paper registration form.
How Do I Register?
Please come back later in 2008 when the 2009 Pow Wow registration information has been posted.
Do You Have Any Questions?
2008's Pow Wow Chairwoman was Tim Glennon, (925) 240-5975 or powwowking2008@excite.com, and the Staff Advisor was Mary April, (925)674-6122 or aklan@bsa-mdsc.org. Both of them will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have.
2008 Course List
Den Leaders
Bear or Webelos Leaders
Committee Members
Cubmasters Session 1
- Ceremonies - Learn how to plan and organize ceremonies that celebrate scouting. Make special memories for the Cub Scout and his family.
- Chemistry for Kids - You won't flunk this fun and easy Chem Class! Enjoyable Science for you and your Scouts!
- Cub Scout Academics & Sports - Enhance your Cub Program with fun physical and mental challenges.
- Scouting with Special Needs - Useful techniques for physical, mental or emotional challenges in Scouting.
- Tie Slides - New and fun ways to create that special part on your uniform.
- Webelos Community Group - Citizen, Communicator, Family Member and Readyman Activity Badges.
- Where To Go On Cub and Tiger Outings - It's the "OUT" in "Scouting." Places to take your pack and den for fun and educational experiences.
- PEAK Program - Teaches Cub Scouts about Leave No Trace. Learn about outdoor education through fun and games.
- Webelos Advancement - A fun and organized way to advance your Webelos to Arrow of Light.
Session 2
- Shoe String Arts & Crafts - Don't toss it! Recycle the Cub Scout way by making cleaver arts and crafts.
- Cubs Can Cook - Fun foods to make and eat with your den at den meetings.
- Latex Molds - Learn how to make and use latex molds to make tie slides, awards & great gifts.
- Arrow of Light Ceremony - Learn about Arrow of Light Ceremonies that make the awarding of Cub Scouting's highest honor truly memorable.
- Our American Flag - Learn flag history, the proper way to display flags and how to plan flag ceremonies.
- Scouting via the Internet - Ins and outs of developing your den or pack web page.
- Interfaith Worship Service/Duty to God - Plan a Scout's Own, learn all about Religious Emblems and practice a Scout is reverent.
- Webelos Technology Group - Craftsman, Engineer, Handyman and Scientist Activity Badges.
Session 3
- Boy Management I (Basic) - Discipline, planning, boy/adult relationships. Come learn how much more fun Cub Scouting can be when you have control of the situation.
- Pinewood Derbies and Games - How to run 'em, score 'em and make them a super addition to your Cub Scout Program and indoor, outdoor, fast, slow, physical and mental games for everyone. Let the games begin!
- LDS Cub Leaders - Ideas for having a successful LDS Cub program.
- Skits & Songs - Learn how to find, write, perform and have fun with skits and songs, including Cub favorites.
- Outdoor Cooking - Who says Cub Scouts can't cook outdoors? Come find out how and sample the goodies.
- Pack Pizzazz - Yells, run-ons and fun to keep your pack meeting jazzed! No Cubmaster should miss it! Fun class for all!
- Webelos To Scout Transition - Preparing the Cubs for entering Boy Scouts, selecting a troop, etc. The most valuable class for a Webelos leader!
- Whittlin' Chip Tie Slides - Special course directed to wood working skills and knife safety.
- Scrapbook Your Scout I - Chronicle your Scout's adventures from Cub Scouts to Eagle. Great class for beginners. Make and take page included.
Session 4
- Blue & Gold - New ideas and old favorite ways to celebrate Cub Scouting's Birthday!
- Scrapbook Your Scout II - Advanced techniques in scrapbooking your Scout's many adventures. Make and take page included.
- Team Building for Webelos - Learn skills to build stronger relationships for a boy run unit.
- Raingutter Regattas and Games - Learn to make regattas and race 'em in raingutters. A super summer addition to your Cub Scout Program and indoor, outdoor, fast, slow, physical and mental games for everyone. Let the games begin!.
- Outdoor Cooking - Who says Cub Scouts can't cook outdoors? Come find out how and sample the goodies.
- Aerodynamics For Cubs - Special course directed to flight and rocketry. Fun class for all!
- Magic - Abracadabra! Tricks that will keep your Cubs spellbound!
- Your Pack Newsletter - Keep the Scouts and Scouters up to date with your own Pack Newsletter. Learn how to start one and ways to make it interesting and exciting.
- LDS Primary Presidents, Counselors, and Bishopric Counselors - Everything you need to have a successful primary Scouting program.
Session 5
- Advancing Your Cub Scout - From Bobcat to Arrow of Light, help get them through the Ranks.
- Wood Crafts - Learn wood crafts that the boys will treasure for years.
- Nature Crafts - Crafts & nature together open a world of new ideas for Cub Scout fun.
- Say Thank You the Cub Scout Way - Just the right thing for every occasion. Ideas for adults and Cubs who "Did Their Best", but may not have come in first.
- Boy Management II (Application) - Limited ot the first 20 who sign up - recommended for adult Scouters who took Boy Management I last year.
- Webelos Mental Skills - Artist, Scholar, Showman and Traveler Activity Badges.
- Webelos Outdoor I - Outdoorsman, the Webelos camping experience.
- FOS - Friends of Scouting - Effective methods of presenting and encouraging your Friends of Scouting drive!
- Webelos Readyman - First Aid training for Webelos. LEarn the basics in teaching first aid to your Scouts.
Session 6
- Campfire Program - How to plan and carry out a Campfire that will leave a positive lasting impression.
- Den Chief and How to Work With Him - How to effectively work with your Den Chief. Learn to help him help you instill the boys with Scout Spirit.
- LDS Scouting and You - Learn about policies unique to Cubs within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
- Puppets - Puppetry is for every rank! Come and make your own puppet and write your own puppet show.
- Webelos Outdoor II - Forester, Naturalist and Geologist Activity Badges.
- Adult Resources - Techniques on recruiting, training and retaining adults in your unit.
- Cub Recruiting Techniques - Learn how to recruit new members for your unit and incentives to make them stay.