UNPC 2010 Pow Wow Book & 2011 Supplement

Emphasis on Pack Meeting Ideas, Den Meeting Ideas, and Core Value Ideas

In August of 2010, Utah National Parks Council put out their 2010-2011 Pow Wow book.  It is a 414 page PDF document.  There are many pages with Core Value Info and ideas for Dens and Packs.

In August of 2011, Utah National Parks Council put out a supplemental CD to their 2010 Pow Wow book.  There are many pages with Core Value Info, and pages with forms to be able to keep hard copies for each of the boys so you do not have to rely on the boys books.

The Akela's Council just added a copy to their blog of both the Pow Wow book and that supplement in PDF form, clear and ready to be printed.  Check it out.  There's good and helpful stuff there!  http://akelascouncil.blogspot.com/2012/09/utah-national-parks-council-pow-wow.html

(It is a 414 page document, so be patient as it opens up)

Table of Contents for the Pow Wow Book:
Core Values and Assigned Months

Section 1 - Parts of a Meeting
Gathering Activities
Opening Ceremonies
Recognition Ceremonies
Games and Activities
Audience Participation
Skits
Crafts
Cubmaster Minutes
Closing Ceremonies
Derbies
Blue & Gold (Songs, Cheers, and Menu & Recipe Ideas)
Character Connections
Academics & Sports Program (Belt Loops & Pins)
Tiger Cubs
Webelos Scouts
Advice from Akela

• New Leaders
• Den Leaders
• Den Discipline
• Den Chiefs
• Pack Committee
• Cubmasters
• Pack Communication and Online Resources for Packs
• Parents and Families
• $$$ and Budgets
• Pack Trainers
• Cub Scout Leader Training
• Unit Commissioners (Charter Presentation Ceremonies too)
• Scouting with Disabilities (Includes games

Patches and Awards
Where can I find Scout Stuff?
Index (by core value)

Table of Contents for the Supplement:
                                                 TABLE OF CONTENTS

Advancement & Core Values (All Ranks) .............. 4
     Tiger .................................................. 45
     Wolf ................................................... 51
     Bear ................................................... 59
     Wolf & Bear .......................................... 69
     Webelos .............................................. 87
Character Connection Activities & Worksheets ........ 93
     Practical Examples .................................. 126
     Quotes and Answers ................................. 129
     Where to find Ideas? ................................ 130
Record Keeping Tips & Forms .......................... 131
     Wolf Den Records .................................... 137
     Bear Den Records .................................... 141
     Webelos Den Records ............................... 145
     Belt Loops & Pins Records .......................... 147
     Den Chief Records ................................... 149
     Cub Scout Parents Records ......................... 150
     Cub Scout Leaders Records ......................... 162
Webelos Activity Badges. ............................... 172
     Belt Loop Glue-ins (for Webelos)................... 193

More Great Stuff.......................................... 202

     Useful Websites and Links ........................... 203

     Red Ribbon Week Patch..............................205

     Camp Jeremiah Johnson Flier ...................... 206

     Resource Guide Tips.................................. 207

                              Outdoor Activities (Tour Plan, LNT etc.) .......... 210

Akela's Council Sept 2012

It's official -- AC 29 is ON!!! If you are planning on going to Akela's Council at Tifie Scout Camp at Mountain Dell (near Mount Pleasant) on September 11-15, 2012, you need to sign up now.   There is room for 7 more applicants.

Changes in Akela's Council Sponsorship:

The time has run out for applying for the Pony Express District Sponsorship for Akela's Council.  It is no longer available. 

GREAT NEWS:  Many of the stakes (zones) in our district are willing to sponsor some or all of your Akela's Council training.  If yours is offering one, take advantage of it .... by asking for it, because they might not have made a general announcement!

Happy Cubbing!

Akela's Council Blog for All Cub Leaders

Akela's Council Blog

Want to know a little bit about what goes on at Akela's Council?

Need another site for some good ideas.

This is a new blog that just started....keep your eyes open to it...it's going to be GOOD! 

Let me Tell you about Akela's Council

Akela's Council

Make Your Pack and Dens Great by Attending Akela's Council for the Best Cub Scout Leader Training Anywhere!

What Is Akela's Council? This is an exciting 4 1/2 day Cub Scout Leader Training for those who have completed the Leader Basic Training. This fast-paced and inspiring training covers den doodles, den yells, relationships, Cub Scout forms, resources, Sports/Academic program, skits, puppets, charter renewal, BSA policies, insignia, Webelos Outdoor Experience, Cub Scouts with disabilities and much more.

When and where does it happen?

In 2012, Akela's Council will be held twice:

• Frandsen Scout Ranch (located at Scofield Reservoir) on July 24-28, 2012, and
• Tifie Scout Camp at Mountain Dell (near Mount Pleasant) on September 11-15, 2012.

Past participants have deemed Akela's Council to be the most motivating and enjoyable training they have ever completed. Registration is limited so register early for this once-in-a-lifetime experience.This training meets the needs of all Cub Scout Pack level leaders. How do you apply? Click Here to Apply Online. You can also print and fill out the Akela's Council Registration Form, enclose a check or money order for the $65.00 required deposit or the full $115.00 fee, and send directly to: Boy Scouts of America 748 North 1340 West Orem UT 84057 Partial scholarships may be available. Contact your district Cub Scout Trainer or call Council Services at (801) 437-6222 for more information. All fees are due 30 days prior to the course. There will be no refunds issued after the course begins.

Qualifications

1. Be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. 2. Complete Cub Scout Leader Basic Training before course. 3. Provide the completed Annual Health and Medical Record (parts A, B, and C) at check-in. information from: http://cubsontherun.blogspot.com/2012/02/akelas-council.html?spref=fb

For All CubScout Leaders--Akela's Council training

 

This year, Utah National Parks Council will be putting on their 28th and 29th sessions of Akela's Council.  Akela's Council has been going strong since 1987, and is a 4 1/2 day Cub Scout Leader Training.  This year Akela's Council will be held twice:

• Frandsen Scout Ranch (located at Scofield Reservoir) on July 24-28, 2012, and
• Tifie Scout Camp at Mountain Dell (near Mount Pleasant) on September 11-15, 2012. 

Past participants have deemed Akela's Council to be the most motivating and enjoyable training they have ever completed. Registration is limited so register early for this once-in-a-lifetime experience. This training meets the needs of all Cub Scout Pack level leaders.  Akela's Council is similar to Woodbadge, but specifically and perfect for Cub Scout Leaders.  Please try to attend, and encourage your Cub Scout Leaders to attend this training.  Remember... a good Cub Scout Leader is a well trained Cub Scout Leader. 

Here are the top 51 items they will learn at Akela's Council:

1. Flag Etiquette
2. OWL Webelos Leader Training
3. Respect
4. Family Involvement
5. Ceremonies
6. Uniforms & Insignia
7. Elements of a Den Meeting
8. Pinewood Derby's, Paper Rockets, Raingutter Regatta's
9. Cub Anapolis
10. Patriotism
11. Pack Meeting Planning
12. Crafts
13. Genius Kits
14. Conservation Awareness
15. Cubs in the Kitchen
16. Communicating with Parents
17. Positive Attitudes
18. Cub Leader Book
19. Games & Teaching Ideas
20. Den Doodles
21. Communications
22. Keys to a Successful Pack
23. Round Table Instruction
24. Positive Value Emphasis
25. Enjoying Nature
26. Pack Meetings
27. Gathering Activities
28. Working as a Team
29. Attitudes & Skills
30. District Leader Training
31. Skits & Puppets
32. Webelos Ree Outdoors
33. Talking Feather
34. Flag Ceremonies
35. Den Flags
36. Treasure Hunts
37. Denners & Asst. Denners
38. Den Chiefs
39. New Program Information
40. Leader Appreciation
41. Campfire Etiquette
42. Special Events
43. Costuming
44. BSA Structure
45. Observing Nature
46. Take a Hike
47. Outdoor Code
48. Listening to Nature
49. Uniform Inspections
50. Blue & Gold Banquet
51. Cub Scout Songs

If anyone has any questions on Akela's Council, you are welcome to:

Go to http://www.utahscouts.org/openrosters/ViewOrgPageLink.asp?LinkKey=21962&orgkey=2195

or

Call Utah National Parks Council Services at 801-437-6222

or

Call VaLayne Ostler 801-763-0377

Akela's Council 2012 Application.pdf 438K   View   Download

Song Videos

A few of my new friends from Akela's Council 26 (2010) got together and made videos of some of the songs we learned there. I have introduced a few of those songs at Roundtable, or am planning to introduce them in the near future.

I am ENTHUSIASTICALLY going to give a shout out for Akela's Council. Go! Really! Whether you are brand new as a leader in any capacity with Cub Scouting or have been involved with it for years you will learn something new -no, tons of things - to improve your program. It's AWESOME, fun, and in all honesty - invaluable! Really, it truly is! Go! Click HERE for more info.

The Pizza Hut Song

The Itsy-Bitsy Spider Chant


The Beaver Song (Chant) (Working on getting audio fixed)
Here's a link to the lyrics, in the meantime:  Beaver Song


The Bubble Gum Song

Neckerchief slide holder

I can't take credit for this. I made this at Akela's council and it's a good thing with all the neckerchief slides I received. These are fairly easy to make, something that your cubs can do.

Just get a piece of wood. You should sand it and you can paint it or put a finish on it. Make sure you drill a hole at the top so that your cubscout can hang it on the wall.

Then just get a piece of peg board.

Line it up on top of your wood piece.

Buy some nails and hammer them into the wood at a slight angle.

You should alternate placement of your nails so that there is space for the neckerchiefs to hang.

Once your done with all the nails remove the peg board. You may have to tap the nails again

to make sure they are in tight and make sure they are all aligned right.

WaLa A Neckerchief Slide holder!