Things that make the Pack go!

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The Cubmaster's main responsibilities are to

• Work directly with the pack trainer, Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, Webelos den leaders, den chiefs, and pack committee chair and members to make sure that all dens are functioning well.
• Plan the pack programs with the help of other leaders.
• Lead the monthly pack meeting with the help of others. Involve all dens in some way.
• Coordinate the total Cub Scout program in the pack.
• Know about and use the appropriate and available literature, including Boys' Life and Scouting magazines, Cub Scout Program Helps, and the Webelos Leader Guide. 
• See that the pack program, leaders, and Cub Scouts positively reflect the interests and objectives of the chartered organization and the BSA.  
• Work with the pack committee on (1) program ideas, (2) selecting and recruiting adult leaders, and (3) establishing a budget plan. 
• Guide and support den leaders. See that they receive the required training for their positions.
• Complete Cubmaster Fast Start Training and position-specific Basic Leader Training. Attend monthly roundtables.    
• Conduct a pack program according to the policies of the BSA.

  Everything that the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping the individual boy. Securing strong leaders, planning den and pack activities, advising other leaders and adult family members-these are all ways in which the Cubmaster affects the kind of Cub Scouting each boy in the pack is offered. The Cubmaster directly influences the lives of individual boys by keeping in mind that boys can become better through Cub Scouting.

   

The responsibilities of the Webelos den leader can be summarized as follows:

• Work directly with other den and pack leaders to ensure that the den is an active and successful part of the pack.
• Plan, prepare for, and conduct den meetings possibly with an assistant and den chief.
• Attend pack leaders' meetings.
• Lead the den at the pack meetings and activities.

The main responsibilities of the Cub Scout den leader can be summarized as follows:

• Work directly with other den and pack leaders to ensure that their den is an active and successful part of the pack.
• Plan, prepare for, and conduct den meetings possibly with an assistant den leader or den chief.
• Attend the pack leaders' meetings.
• Lead the den at the monthly pack activity.

The main responsibilities of the Tiger Cub den leader can be summarized as follows:

• Work directly with other den and pack leaders to ensure that their den is an active and successful part of the pack.
• Coordinate shared leadership among the Tiger Cub adult partners, ensuring that all adult partners help plan, conduct, and prepare for den meetings and Go See It outings on a rotating basis and that the den activities provide advancement opportunities for the boys in the den.
• Attend pack leaders' meetings.
• Lead the den at the monthly pack activity.
• Ensure the transition of Tiger Cubs into a Wolf den at the end of the year.

The main responsibilities of the Tree Lot Coordinator can be summarized as follows:

• Work as a liaison with Troop 105 to assure to coordinate work schedules.
• Organize Cub Scout parents by providing a sign-up sheet for working the tree lot, and assuring each family contributes to this single Pack fundraiser.

The main responsibilities of the Blue and Gold Banquet Coordinator can be summarized as follows:

• Organize parent volunteers to provide an appropriate meal at the February Pack meeting.
• Coordinate with the Den Leaders concerning the dinner's theme, decorations, and events planned at the February Pack meeting.

The main responsibilities of the Pinewood Derby Coordinator can be summarized as follows:

• Organize parent volunteers to setup the track at the January Pack meeting.
• Coordinate purchase of appropriate Pinewood cars to be distributed to the boys at the December Pack meeting.
• Obtain from the District HQ the Official Pinewood Derby rules for the year and distribute to the boys with the cars in December.
• Obtain the appropriate medals, trophies and awards for the Pinewood Derby winners.
• Organize the judges or judging methods for the design awards.
• Obtain necessary supplies, etc. to run the Derby, including scale, tools, glues, tape, extra weights, labels.
• Coordinate the check-in,  weighing, and judging procedures.

The main responsibilities of the Decorations Member can be summarized as follows:

• Work with the Pack Committee in selecting the themes of the Pack meetings.
• Provide appropriate decorations at the Pack meetings, possibly in conjunction with Den provided decorations.

The main responsibilities of the Refreshments Member can be summarized as follows:

• Organize the Dens and parents to provide a small snack and beverage at all Pack meetings.

The main responsibilities of the Rocket Launch Chair can be summarized as follows:

• Obtain appropriate fire permits and District approval to hold the annual rocket launch as our May Pack meeting.
• Obtain a location (typically, Ellwood School) for the launch.
• Determine the number of rockets needed, obtain rockets, distribute rockets and collect fees early enough to allow the boys to construct the rockets before the launch date.
• Setup launch area, provide safety information at launch site, distribute rocket engines.

The chartered organization representative's responsibilities are to:

• Help select the right leadership for the unit.
• Encourage unit leaders and committee members to take training.
• Promote well-planned unit programs.
• Serve as a liaison between the units and the organization.
• Promote the recruiting of new members.
• See that boys transition from unit to unit.
• Help with the charter renewal.
• Suggest Good Turns for the organization.
• Encourage the unit committee to hold meetings.
• Cultivate organization leaders.
• Encourage outdoor program activities.
• Emphasize advancement and recognition.
• Utilize district help and promote the use of district personnel and materials.
• Encourage recognition of leaders.
• Cultivate resources to support the organization.
• Represent the organization at the council level.

The chartered organization representative is the direct contact between the pack and the chartered organization. This individual is also the organization's contact with the district committee and the local council. The chartered organization representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting member of the council. If the chartered organization has more than one unit, one representative serves them all.

• Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative, keeping this key person informed of the needs of the pack that must be brought to the attention of the organization or the district.
• Report to the chartered organization to cultivate harmonious relations.
• Confer with the Cubmaster on policy matters relating to Cub Scouting and the chartered organization.
• Supervise pack committee operation by
  1. Calling and presiding at pack leaders' meetings.
  2. Assigning duties to committee members.
  3. Planning for pack charter review, roundup, and re-registration.
  4. Approving bills before payment by the pack treasurer.
• Conduct the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings.
• Complete pack committee Fast Start Training and Basic Leader Training for the position.
• Ask the committee to assist with recommendations for Cubmaster, assistant Cubmasters, Tiger Cub Den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, and Webelos den leaders, as needed.
• Recognize the need for more dens, and see that new dens are formed as needed.
• Work with the chartered organization representative to provide adequate and safe facilities for pack meetings.
• Cooperate with the Cubmaster on council-approved money-earning projects so the pack can earn money for materials and equipment.
• Manage finances through adequate financial records.
• Maintain adequate pack records and take care of pack property.
• If the Cubmaster is unable to serve, assume active direction of the pack until a successor is recruited and registered.
• Appoint a committee member or other registered adult to be responsible for Youth Protection training.
• Provide a training program for adult family members.
• Develop and maintain strong pack-troop relationships, sharing with the troop committee the need for graduations into the troop.
• Work closely with the unit commissioner and other pack and troop leaders in bringing about a smooth transition of Webelos Scouts into the troop.
• Help bring families together at joint activities for Webelos dens (or packs) and Boy Scout troops. Support the policies of the BSA.