Leader Training

Become a "Trained" leader and help our pack get the Quality Unit Award. Additional and advanced training is also available, not everything is required.

Leaders are required to have the following training:

On-Line Youth Protection Training (required)

Leaders must also have the training appropriate for their position:

Leader Specific Training: 

Tiger Den Leader & Assistant Den Leader Training

Cub Scout Den Leader & Assistant Den Leader Training (Wolf & Bear)

Webelos Den Leader & Assistant Den Leader Training

Other Training Activities Include:

Pow Wow  - This supplemental training for all Cub Scout Leaders utilizes workshop style training sessions usually held on a Saturday in November.   One-hour sessions chosen by the participant include fun classes on the outdoors, crafts, ceremonies and many more topics. (Next opportunity is on Sat 11/4/06)

Den Chief Training - All Boy Scouts serving as Den Chiefs should attend this seven hour training.  Cubmasters and den leaders working with den chiefs may also attend to understand how to use a den chief most effectively.  Time spent teaching how to get along with Cub Scout and Webelos age boys as well as how to lead activities such as games, songs and contests.  This is offered at Pow Wow by the district.

University of Scouting - For all leaders, this seven hour council led event, usually held in January, will help you be a better Scout leader.  Participants choose from a variety of classes in Membership, Finance, Service, Program and General Studies areas.

OWL Training (Webelos Leader Outdoor) - This one or two day training event for Webelos den leaders is held in an outdoor setting.  The hands-on sessions taught are those needed to work with Webelos Scouts.  Emphasis is on information needed to teach outdoor related activity badges.

Please visit the Crossroads of America Council Training Page for more information about training opportunities.

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