CUB SCOUTS
Spring Family Camporee
May 19 to 21 at Camp Agawam
Cub Scout Program Changes
BSA recently announced modifications to the Cub Scout program that make it more flexible for busy parents, den leaders and Cubmasters. They gathered feedback from den leaders who had delivered the new Cub Scouting program for a year. What they learned was that some den leaders had difficulty fitting all of the adventures required for advancement into a single program year. This resulted in boys not advancing. After a thoughtful and deliberate review, the BSA has released some modifications to address this concern.
Modifications include making more of the adventure requirements optional, giving dens more flexibility to match their unique needs. Changes also include the number of requirements that must be completed, reducing the mandate to a number achievable within the limited time available to many dens.
The Spring Family Camporee is a great place for Cub Scouts and their families to get a taste of the great outdoors. Pitch a tent, build a fire and, of course, roast some marshmallows! Enjoy activities like shooting sports, paddle boating and fishing. Create family memories that will last a lifetime!
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Ultimately, the changes will increase den-level customization. Units that can handle more content, perhaps because they meet more often or for longer periods, can— and should!— keep the optional requirements part of their program. On the other hand, those that have struggled to finish the requirements will welcome these changes as a way to meet their needs.
With the modifications, dens should be able to complete one adventure in approximately two den meetings. The transition should be seamless, with leaders able to use revised requirements as the den begins any new adventure.
The good news is, you won’ t need to buy any new materials. The new requirements will be posted in a free addendum available at http:// scouting. org / programupdates. This will supplement all handbooks in circulation and for sale online and in Scout shops.
Best Cub Leader Resources
Just Google it and you’ ll find a confusing list of sites claiming to have info to help you. Which is good? Which is old news?
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