Cub Scout Leader Specific Training - Den Leader

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Describe the organization of a Cub Scout pack.
Explain the role of the Cub Scout den leader in the pack.
Explain the relationship between the Cub Scout den leader and other pack leaders.
Explain how family involvement supports the pack.
Explain the Cub Scout Leader Recognition Plan awards.

Describe the basics of the grade- (or age-) based, “progressive” advancement program in Cub Scouting, and the role of parents at each stage in the advancement program.
Describe the Cub Scout advancement program and how it is used.
Discuss the Cub Scout den leader’s role in advancement.
Describe the basics of all uniforms in Cub Scouting.
Describe in detail the uniforms worn by Cub Scouts.
Explain the importance of the leader’s setting the example by wearing the uniform.

Tell why planning is important.
Describe the use of monthly themes, Webelos activity badges, and Tiger Cub activities in programming for a Cub Scout pack.
Explain who is involved in planning the pack program.
Describe the purpose of the annual pack program planning conference and explain how it is conducted.
Describe the purposes of the monthly pack leader’s meeting and explain how it is conducted.
Explain the purposes and elements of a good Cub Scout den meeting.
Use the leadership skill of planning in preparing for a den meeting.