Parent Volunteer, You are not alone
- Tiger Cub and Cub Scout Program Helps, along with the Webelos Leader Guide contain meeting plans for dens and packs and shows you how to do crafts and games.
- All leaders working with Tiger Cubs or Cub Scouts receive Program Helps in Scouting magazine.
- Most packs have a pack library that contains the leader books you need and Fast Start training videotapes and view guides designed to help you do your job.
- Monthly roundtable meetings for all adult Cub Scout volunteers are held. Participants receive help with crafts, games, skits, and songs for use at den and pack meetings. It's a great place to ask questions and share ideas.
- Your district volunteer crew, called the district committee, performs quality district wide programs in which youth can participate.
- Your district has another volunteer crew, called the commissioner staff. Individuals on the staff serve as the sales and service crew. They check on the health of your pack and are a communications link between your pack and the Scouting organization.
- Your district has basic leader training available. All leaders need training! The district will also help you with Fast Start training.
- Each district is served by a full-time district executive.
- Staff members at the local council service center can help or put you in touch with someone who can help you succeed.
- For those connected to the Internet, you might enjoy visiting the National BSA website: http://www.bsa.scouting.org