CubCast

Health and Fitness

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 02:30:00 GMT

The Cub Scout motto is “Do your best,” and the best way to accomplish that is to be healthy and fit. BSA National Commissioner Tico Perez joins us to explain the importance of this Core Value and how essential it is for our Cub Scouts to learn that early (without realizing that they are learning at all).

Spring Tiger Cub Recruiting

Sun, 01 Apr 2012 02:00:00 GMT

Lucia Cronin is an executive committee member of the Bay Lakes Council in Appleton, Wisconsin. She has been successful in both recruiting and, more importantly, retention. We’ve asked her to share her recipe for success right here on Cubcast.

Faith

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:30:00 GMT

There’s a line from an old movie that says, “Faith is believing in something when common sense tells you not too.” Sounds simple enough, right? Maybe. But to help us give our Cub Scouts a deeper understanding of the April core value is council commissioner for the San Diego Imperial Council, Caren Tamkin.

Cub Scout Planning Tools

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 02:00:00 GMT

Sssshhhh. If you promise to tell all the Cub leaders you know, Bill Evans will share with us the secret to Cub Leader success. It will make your Cub Leader experience a little easier, too. Bill is a Program Specialist on the Youth Development team at the National Office in Irving, TX and the secret will be revealed right here….on Cubcast.

Compassion

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:30:00 GMT

You have a group of 8-year-old boys coming to the house next week for a den meeting—now what? It will be OK; we understand, and we’re here to help. Joining us to explore the Core Value of compassion is Nancy Ferrell, a Cub Scout leader for over 28 years who had held many volunteer leadership positions in councils all over the country. She currently serves on the Pack Meeting Plan Task Force.

Special Needs Youth

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:00:00 GMT

This segment is the perfect companion topic for the Part 1 segment of Compassion. Even if you don’t have any special-needs boys in your den or pack, we are certain you’ll find it enlightening. Joining us is Carla Bigelow, a 30-year volunteer with the Mount Baker Council in Everett, Wash. Over the past 17 years, Carla has been a foster parent to more than 150 children, most of whom had special needs.

New Cub Scout Delivery Method

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:30:00 GMT

We heard from many Cub Scout Leaders who expressed a desire to return to the old Theme-based meeting plan. Well, we responded… sort of. To help us understand this new Core Value / Theme Pack Meeting Plan is none other than the Chairman of the Pack meeting Task Force, Kim Barker, a 15 year volunteer with the Bay Area Council in Galveston, TX

Resourcefulness

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:30:00 GMT

By now you all know that Cubcast is great resource for picking up new ideas for your Den and Pack Meetings, and this month Janet Griffin of Grapevine, TX joins us. With her many years as a Den leader, Webelos Den Leader, and Den Leader Coach, just to name a few of her many Cub leader roles, she’s the prefect resource for us to learn new and exciting ways to teach the boys all about this Core Value.

Positive Attitude

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:30:00 GMT

It’s not always easy to keep a positive outlook when things don’t go our way, so how do we teach our Cub Scouts about positive attitude? Joining us is Mary Jo Brentari, committee chair of her local Cub Scout pack from Anacortes, Wash. She has more than 20 years of Cub Scouting experience and will share her secrets for always looking at the glass as half-full.

Health and Fitness/SCOUTStrong

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 02:00:00 GMT

As we approach the new year, many of us will be making resolutions to lose weight, exercise more, or eat healthier, so the timing couldn’t be more perfect to talk with David Roberts about the new health and fitness initiative called SCOUTStrong. David is the senior innovation manager with the Innovation and Research Team at the national office in Irving, Texas. So pull up a chair—on second thought, download the mp3 and listen while you’re on the treadmill.

Respect

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Confucius once said, “Respect yourself and others will respect you.” Jamie Niss Dunn, Cub Scout roundtable commissioner with the Northern Star Council in St. Paul, Minn., helps us with ideas for how to teach our Cub Scouts to do both.

Journey to Excellence

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 02:00:00 GMT

In February, we introduced you to Journey to Excellence, and we bet you’re thinking to yourself, “I wonder how that new recognition initiative is doing.” Jamie Shearer, team leader of the Membership Impact department at the national office in Irving, Texas, will fill us in on what we can expect from this journey.

Citizenship

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Citizenship should mean more to a 7-year-old than simply reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. A parent of a new Cub Scout, Randy Doucet of Lynden, Washington, has served on the Cub Scout pack committee and as a den leader at Cub Scout Summer Twilight Camps. He tells us his secrets to teaching the boys about this November Core Value.

BeAScout

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 02:00:00 GMT

Marty Walsh, department manager for the Membership Impact Department at the national office in Irving, Texas, drops by the Cubcast to share all the exciting details about this cool new recruiting tool

Responsibility

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Abraham Lincoln once said, “You cannot escape the responsibility of tomorrow by evading it today.” So pull up a chair and join us as we talk with Michelle Gee, a National Training Committee member and Supplemental Training Chairman for the Last Frontier Council in Oklahoma City. She’ll share with us all of her interesting ideas for teaching the boys about the next monthly Core Value, responsibility.

Popcorn Selling

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:00:00 GMT

In one of the most popular Cubcasts of the year, the secret to selling lots of popcorn is revealed! Join us as we talk with Robert Moore, the Northwest sales manager for Trails End. He has served as Cubmaster and committee chair for his son’s pack in the Mount Baker Council in Everett, Washington. Let’s get popping, shall we?

Cooperation

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Cooperation: sounds easy enough, doesn’t it? But if you want some new, interesting and creative ways to teach your Cub Scouts about the September core value of cooperation, then you’ve come to the right website. Join us as we talk with Dennis Kampa, the National Camping School task force chair and council commissioner for the Rocky Mountain Council in Pueblo, Colorado, as well as the author of the BALOO Camper's Guide.

Scouting Through Soccer

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 02:00:00 GMT

Oscar Santoyo has made a previous visit to Cubcast land to share the importance of Tiger Cub recruiting. Well, in his new position of Program Delivery Specialist, All Markets, for the Program Impact Team at the national office, Scouting and Soccer is his specialty, and he’s here to tell us all about the changes to this exciting program.

Honesty

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Some might say that being honest is a lost art. To help us not only find it but also to explore fun ways to teach our Cub Scouts about it is recent Silver Antelope Award recipient Darlene Sprague, who is the National Commissioner’s Support Staff Resources chair.

Peer-to-Peer Recruiting

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 02:00:00 GMT

For this segment, we’ll be exploring a timeless, classic method for making your den grow: peer-to-peer recruiting. Joining us is Lee Shaw, the senior business development specialist on the Community Alliances Team at the national office in Irving, Texas.

Courage

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Winston Churchill once said, “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” Joining us is Angela Elliott, a Cub Scouting volunteer for over 18 years who also happens to be part of the Youth Development Team at the national office in Irving, Texas. So pull up a chair, have a seat, and listen in as Angela offers some insight into teaching our Cub Scouts about courage.

Cultivating New Leaders

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 02:00:00 GMT

Where do new leaders come from? We have answers to that age-old question from Chris Smith, who has joined us before in sharing the continuing success of the ScoutParents program. This month, he lets us in on the secrets of cultivating leaders slowly but effectively.

Perseverance

Sun, 01 May 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Remember the old adage “if at first you don’t succeed, try, try again”? Caren Tamkin, a 20-year active volunteer and current San Diego–Imperial Council commissioner, joins us to illustrate this concept to our Cub Scouts and show us how they can have fun while they are learning. Feel free to download as many times as needed.

Recruiting Tiger Cubs

Sun, 01 May 2011 02:00:00 GMT

You’ve enjoyed listening to all the recruiting topics we’ve covered over the years, and now here’s a new one for you. Oscar Santoyo, program specialist on the Program Impact Team at the national office in Irving, Texas, joins us to discuss the importance of recruiting Tiger Cubs.

Health and Fitness

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:03:52 GMT

The Cub Scout motto is Do Your Best, and the best way to do that is to be healthy and fit. Jump in with both feet and get ready to join Nancy Ferrell from the Ouachita Area Council in Hot Springs, Ark., as she inspires us with all kinds of fun ideas and activities for the May core value—Health and Fitness.

Philmont Training Center

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:02:25 GMT

Not to be confused with Philmont’s trek program, the Philmont Training Center has a variety of conferences designed for you, the leader! To tell us all about this beautiful place is Mark Griffin, the team leader for Volunteer Development at our national office in Irving, Texas. He is also the author of the book The Other Side of the Road: The Story of PTC.

Faith

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 02:30:00 GMT

Faith. It’s such a nice topic, but how do you put into words or teach your dens and packs about it? Reverend Dan Wolboldt has been involved with Scouting for 55 years and has held several positions in the Chief Corn Planter Council in Northwest Pennsylvania. Listen in as he sheds some light on that subject for us.

Scouting Safely

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 02:00:00 GMT

As you know, the Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for its youth members. Join us as we catch up with all the latest safety information with Richard Bourlon, the Health and Safety Team leader at our national office in Irving, Texas.

Compassion

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:30:00 GMT

How are you doing? Is there anything we can do for you? We’re here to help. In other words, the value of compassion cannot be overemphasized, and to help us emphasize its importance is Amy Von Culin, a second-term Webelos leader and Cub Scout day camp program director in Plymouth, Connecticut.

Journey to Excellence

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 02:00:00 GMT

The Centennial Quality Award is now a thing of the past, but don’t despair—your den and pack can still be recognized for their performance. Listen in as Stan Willey, organization specialist with the Council Management Solutions Department at the national office, shares with us everything we need to know to fulfill our Journey to Excellence!

Resourcefulness

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:30:00 GMT

You already know that Cubcast is a great resource to get ideas and inspiration for your den and pack meetings, and here to help us discover ways to teach our Cub Scouts how to tap into all the resources around us is Darlene Sprague. Darlene is a board member for the Greater Niagara Frontier Council and is area commissioner for the Northeast Region.

Webelos-to-Scout Transition

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:00:00 GMT

The process of moving from a Cub Scout to a Boy Scout can be a little daunting for both the Cub Scout and the leader. Join us as John Powell, the associate director of the Center for Professional Development in Westlake, Texas, explains how to make this transition a special event for everyone involved.

Positive Attitude

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:30:00 GMT

There’s more to having a positive attitude than simply “Don’t worry; be happy.” To help us learn ways to teach our Cub Scouts how to keep a positive outlook even when we don’t win is Dennis Kampa, National Camping School task force chair and council commissioner for the Rocky Mountain Council in Pueblo, Colorado. Dennis is also the author of the BALOO Camper’s Guide.

Religious Emblems

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Joining us for this reverent topic is Mark Hazelwood, who teaches a course on religious emblems at Philmont Training Center in Cimarron, New Mexico, and has been the CEO of P.R.A.Y. for 26 years. He currently serves on the Program Impact Department’s Religious Emblems task force.

Respect

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:30:00 GMT

Cub Scouts will develop appreciation and respect for different families and traditions while working on this core value for December. “How”, you ask? Let’s listen to what Denise Bahler has to say. She’s the District Training for the Indian Nations Council in Tulsa, OK with 38 years of Cub Scout experience and has lots of great ideas for illustrating “Respect” to your dens and packs!

Peer-to-Peer Recruiting

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:00:00 GMT

We’ve talked about ways to spruce up your den with Spring Recruiting and piqued your interest with tidbits on Fall Recruiting, and now we visit with Tom Jansen, a Specialist from the Center for Professional Development in Westlake, TX to explore this classic method for making your den grow.

Citizenship

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 02:30:00 GMT

How do you explain Citizenship to a 7 year old? Betsy Eubanks, an assistant district commissioner with the Montana Council developed the Boy Management class taught at Philmont and she’s here to tell us everything we need to know to help boys become good citizens.

Youth Protection

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Youth safety is of paramount importance to the Boy Scouts of America. Ron Timmons, a program specialist with the Program Impact Department at the national office in Irving, Texas, guides us through this very important topic.

Responsibility

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 02:30:00 GMT

With a great team of volunteers, Sheryl Oakman was instrumental in rolling out the new Cub Scout delivery method. She has held numerous positions in her 23 years as a volunteer and graciously spent time with us to go over her ideas for the next core value: responsibility.

Popcorn!

Wed, 01 Sep 2010 02:00:00 GMT

In one of the most popular Cubcasts of the year, the secret to selling lots of popcorn is revealed! Join us as we talk with Doug Dent, vice president of Marketing with Trails End. He is also an assistant den leader in the Sagamore Council in Kokomo, Indiana. Let’s get popping, shall we?

Cooperation

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 02:30:00 GMT

This is the first Cubcast to address ways to enhance the new Den & Pack Meeting Resource Guide! Lucia Cronin serves on the National Program Content Committee among her other Cub Scout activities. She helps explain the new guide with ideas for the first core value: Cooperation.

Fall Recruiting

Sun, 01 Aug 2010 02:00:00 GMT

A few months ago, we talked about spring recruiting. Now it’s time for fall recruiting! Matt Budz, Community Alliances team leader at the national office in Irving, Texas, joins us to explain the best way to have a successful fall recruiting effort.

Waves of Fun!

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Join us as we talk to Jamie Dunn, volunteer extraordinaire with the Northern Star Council in St. Paul, Minn., about exciting ways of making this final program helps theme truly Waves of Fun!

New Cub Scout Delivery Method

Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:00:00 GMT

You’ve heard the rumors; you’ve read about it on Scouting.org, and now the new Cub Scout Delivery Method is at the starting gate! Here to demystify everything for us is Sara Lacobee, training designer, and Don Shepard, Youth Development Team leader, for the Program Impact Department. This is the Cubcast you don’t want to miss!

Celebrate Freedom!

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Discover what makes America so special to us! Susan Faull, a 25-year member of the Greater Pittsburgh Council, shares with us her grand ideas for helping your den or pack stay active this summer with the July theme as they learn about their country and community.

Fall Program Planning

Tue, 01 Jun 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Charles Flowers, director of field service with the Greater Pittsburgh Council, helps us to “Be Prepared” by explaining everything you need for a successful fall program—and that it needs to start now!

Hoop-De-Doo!

Sat, 01 May 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Now’s the time get outside and hoop it up! Linda Vaughn, the Cub Scout training chairman for the Great Salt Lake Council, tells us the June theme is about much more than learning and playing basketball. Tune in as she reveals her secrets to a successful “Hoop-De-Doo” theme for your den or pack.

ScoutParents

Sat, 01 May 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Last spring, Chris Smith, the program specialist for the Council Operations Group at the national office in Irving, Texas, introduced us to this initiative, and now he’s back to share the continuing success story of the ScoutParents program.

In the Spotlight!

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:00:00 GMT

It’s time to perform and be in the spotlight. Matt Markham and Jessi King Markham guest star in this podcast to show us that whether it’s putting on a play, making posters, playing an instrument or spotlighting the adult members who keep the den and pack running smoothly, you’ll have a lot of fun with this theme!

Spring Recruiting

Thu, 01 Apr 2010 01:00:00 GMT

It’s springtime! And just like little birds leaving the nest, all the Webelos are leaving the Pack to go on to Boy Scouting. Marty Walsh, the Department Manager for the Membership Impact Department at the National Office in Irving, TX explains to us how a successful spring recruiting effort can help make your den and pack grow!

Spring Into Action!

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Spring Into Action is not just activity for activity’s sake. Join us as we speak to Steve Bartholomew, the Cubmaster for Pack 713 in Farmers Branch, Texas. Steve shares with us some creative and fun ways to get involved in the community and ready for summer—so spring into action yourself by clicking the ‘download’ icon!

Cub Scout 2010

Mon, 01 Mar 2010 01:00:00 GMT

Why change a great thing? To make it better, of course! We spoke to Bob Scott, innovation specialist for the Innovation and Strategy Group at the national office in Irving, Texas. Bob explains to us how a currently great Cub Scouting program is now better than ever!

Take Flight!

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 02:00:00 GMT

In part 1 of the February Cubcast, we get some super ideas for the March theme of Take Flight! Bob Freemon joined us last June with some great ideas for fall program planning, and he’s back to take us up, up, and away with fun and exciting activities for your Cub Scouts. The sky’s the limit!

Cub Scout Retention

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:00:00 GMT

You may know how to recruit new Cub Scouts, but how to retain them, you ask? Well, we spoke to Lee Shaw, multicultural marketing specialist for the Council Solutions Group at the national office in Irving, Texas. Lee explained what it takes to make sure your Cub Scouts stay in the program.

Happy Birthday, BSA!

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 02:00:00 GMT

Get ready for the February theme of Happy Birthday, BSA! In part 1 of the January Cubcast, we get lots of fun ideas for celebrating the big 100th birthday of the BSA from Darlene Sprague, who joined us last spring with some great ideas for Cub Scout recruiting.

Graduation/Crossover Ceremony

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 01:00:00 GMT

What’s the difference between a graduation and a crossover ceremony? Well, we spoke to Dan Wolboldt who’s been doing Cub Scout training for more than 30 years! Dan shares with us some memorable and dignified ways to move our Cub Scouts forward through the ranks.

Power Up

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Knowledge is power so get ready for the January theme of Power Up! In part 1 of the December Cubcast, we spoke with John Carlton, Cubmaster for Pack 66 in Austin, Texas who tells us Power Up is more than just science and energy; it’s teaching your Cubs how to use their physical and spiritual energy, too!

100th Anniversary

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 01:00:00 GMT

The Boy Scouts of America turns 100 years old on February 8, 2010. What can your Cubs do to celebrate this historic occasion, you ask? Well, we spoke to Bob Mersereau, the National Council’s 100th Anniversary Project Director with the Marketing Media Services and Public Relations Department. Bob shares with us all the fun and exciting things to do to participate in this event.

Works of Art

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:03:00 GMT

Michelle Gee, a longtime Cub Scout volunteer, returns to Cubcast to look outside the “paint on paper” box for art ideas that go way beyond program helps.

Chartered Organization Good Turn

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:02:00 GMT

Whether it be a church or the PTA, there are a lot of things you can do to partner with your chartered organization. Linda Goff, a 26-year Scouter, has some great ideas on opportunities for Cub Scouts to work with the chartered organization to benefit the community.

Cub Scout Salute

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 02:00:00 GMT

Learn some great ways to implement the November theme of Cub Scout Salute in part 1 of the October Cubcast. We spoke with Angela Elliott, a longtime Cub Scout volunteer and National Council employee, for ideas that go beyond Program Helps.

Webelos-to-Scout Transition and MyScouting Interviews

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 01:00:00 GMT

One of the most important Scouting experiences occurs when a Cub Scout bridges over into Boy Scouts. Listen to part 2 of the October Cubcast to hear insights on how you can make this vital transition as smooth as possible for your boys. Then we jump into the benefits of the online MyScouting application with Sara Lacobee, the training specialist for the National Council’s Information Systems Department.

Jungle Safari

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Lions and tigers and bears are roaming in part 1 of the September 2009 Cubcast, as we talk with Jamie Niss Dunn about October’s Jungle Safari theme. Get great ideas for how to implement the theme, work on advancement, and teach the core values of resourcefulness and cooperation, as well as the monthly purposes of spiritual growth and preparation for Boy Scouts.

Family Friends of Scouting

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Family Friends of Scouting is the annual fundraising effort by the Boy Scouts of America to help local councils succeed financially. In part 2 of the September Cubcast, we’ll visit with Alex Behrend, district director for the Iron Horse District in Milwaukee. Alex has some tips on how the Iron Horse District has met or exceeded its Family Friends of Scouting for the last 3 years.

Cub Scout Pockets

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Pockets are in play for part 1 of the August 2009 Cubcast. Play the podcast to hear ideas on ways to implement the September theme of “Cub Scout Pockets,” as well as thoughts on how to use the theme for advancement, support the monthly core purposes of character development and fun and adventure, and instill the monthly values of compassion and honesty.

Popcorn Sales

Sat, 01 Aug 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In this segment, we’ll talk about what’s new in popcorn sales and great tactics for selling lots of product to fund your pack’s activities, as well as develop self-confidence in your boys. We’ll visit with Doug Dent, vice president of marketing for Trail’s End popcorn. Doug serves as an assistant den leader with Pack 303 in Yorktown, Indiana, where his son is a Bear.

Fun in the Sun

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Join us as we discover great ways to implement the August 2009 monthly theme, Fun in the Sun. Ray Alverson, the assistant council commissioner for Cub Scout roundtables in the Houston area, is our featured guest, and he brings a wealth of tips and insights for executing a really enjoyable theme.

Cub Scout Fall Recruiting

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In part 2 of the July Cubcast, we explore ideas and strategies for effective fall Cub Scout recruiting. Brian Skalski, Cubmaster for Pack 204 at the Jersey Shore Council, joins us to share the inside story on how the council improved its fall recruiting by leaps and bounds.

Be a Sport

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Summer’s here, and the time is right for athletic activities of all kinds. In part 1 of the June Cubcast, we explore July’s theme of “Be a Sport,” including tips on great ways to involve your den and pack in a variety of sports, as well as teaching Scouts the ways of good sportsmanship.

Fall Program Planning

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In part 2 of the June Cubcast, we visit with a lifetime Scouting couple on ways to make your fall program planning efficient. Hear some great insights on everything from putting together your annual calendar to getting parents more involved.

A-Camping We Will Go

Fri, 01 May 2009 14:00:00 GMT

Summer is just around the corner, which means it’s time to go “a-camping.” Tune in to part one of the May Cubcast, and hear about different ways to execute the Cub Scout theme for May, “A-Camping We Will Go, with tips from Dennis Kampa, the vice president of program for the Rocky Mountain Council in Pueblo, Colorado, and a member of the National Camping task force.

ScoutParents

Fri, 01 May 2009 13:00:00 GMT

In part two of the May Cubcast, you’ll hear about the “ScoutParents” initiative from the BSA. Learn how this new volunteer position is contributing to retention, and how you can get your unit involved as we visit with Chris Smith, a Program Administration Specialist with the national office Council Solutions Group.

Leave Nothing But Footprints

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:00:00 GMT

With spring upon us, Cubcast takes to the outdoors as Eric Hiser, chair of the BSA's Leave No Trace Task Force, provides some great examples of how to make May’s theme of "Leave Nothing But Footprints" fun and rewarding. Help your Cub Scouts treat the environment responsibly, and learn how the "Impact Monster" skit can make a big impression on the little guys. This is part one of a two-part podcast.

Spring Recruiting

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Learn helpful tactics for the critical Cub Scout spring recruiting effort as we visit with Darlene Sprague, Area 3 commissioner for the Northeast Region and the 100th Anniversary vice president for the Greater Niagara Frontier Council. This is part two of a two-part podcast.

Jurassic Pack, Special Needs Scouts

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Experience the Jurassic period with your Cub Scouts on this month’s Cubcast! Hear how to make the theme for April come alive for your boys. And we’ll talk about how to work with special needs Scouts, with valuable insights regardless of whether you have any special needs youth in your den.

When I Grow Up, Song Leading

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 13:00:00 GMT

Join us for a discussion about When I Grow Up, the Cub Scout theme for March, with insights on how to make the theme resonate for the boys in your den. And song leading is on the agenda as well. Even if you can’t carry a tune in the proverbial bucket, you’ll hear some great suggestions on how to share the universal language of music.

American ABCs, Webelos-to-Scout Transition

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 13:00:00 GMT

The January Cubcast features ideas for activities related to February's American ABCs theme, and we'll also take an in-depth look at Webelos-to-Scout transition with our national commissioner, Tico Perez.

A-Maze-Ing Games, Childhood Obesity

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:00:00 GMT

January’s Cub Scout theme is A-Maze-Ing Games, and we have tons of great ideas for how to implement that theme. Then we’ll talk with an expert on the important subject of childhood obesity, and how Cub Scouting helps combat this alarming trend.

Holiday Lights, Philmont Training Center

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 13:00:00 GMT

’Tis the season, and we’re taking a look at fun activities, advancement opportunities, and how Cub Scouts’ monthly core purposes and values are supported by next month’s Cub Scout theme of Holiday Lights. Plus, earn a chance win a free scholarship to Philmont Training Center next summer. Listen to this podcast for details.

Seeds of Kindness, Popcorn Sales

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Fall has fallen and we’re spreading “Seeds of Kindness” on the October 2008 Cubcast. Hear some great ideas for November’s theme on acts of kindness the boys can perform in the spirit of the coming holiday season. Plus, discover great ways to ensure the success of your fall popcorn sale! No mp3 player or iPod needed to listen. Just click on the file and let it play!

Adventures in Books, Peer to Peer Cub Scout Recruiting

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Get a jump on October’s Cub Scout theme of Adventures in Books by listening to this podcast, chockfull of tips for activities and actions to make the theme come alive for your boys! And we’ll take an in depth look at peer-to-peer recruiting, one of the most effective ways to bring new youth into the Scouting movement.

New Buddies, New Boy Events

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 13:00:00 GMT

The August Cubcast features ideas for activities related to September’s New Buddies theme, and we’ll also take an in-depth look at New Boy Events, which will come in handy during the upcoming fall recruiting season.

S'More Summer Fun, Cub Scout Fall Recruiting

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:00:00 GMT

S'More Summer Fun is just around the corner! Download July's Cubcast to hear super ideas for August theme activities. Plus, hear an insightful overview on preparing for the fall recruiting season. Just click the Cubcast thumbnail picture to access the podcast. No mp3 player needed!

H2OHHH!, Internet Safety

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Dive right in to our June 2008 Cubcast as we explore ways to make a splash with July's theme of H2OHHH! We talk with Michelle Gee, Cub Scout training chair for the Last Frontier Council in Oklahoma City, on ways to tie advancement to the theme and how to reinforce the month's highlighted core values. This month's issue interview covers Internet safety with Linda Criddle, whose book, Look Both Ways, uses real-life examples to explain Internet safety risks and gives simple and practical advice on avoiding those risks.

Go for the Gold, Roundtable Meetings

Thu, 01 May 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Our May 2008 Cubcast features great ideas on how to integrate June’s “Go for the Gold” theme into your den meetings with Mick Yonkus, assistant Cubmaster for Pack 1152 in the Detroit Area Council. And we’ll visit with Christina Gables, troop committee chair for Troop 400 of the Western Los Angeles Council; she’s the volunteer who literally wrote the book on roundtable, and she’s got insights galore on the value of roundtable meetings. Plus, we have timely summer reminders.

Leaf It to Cubs, Youth Protection

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Spring has sprung and April’s Cubcast features ideas for getting outside with the boys to experience Leaf It to Cubs, the theme for May. And since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and BSA’s Youth Protection and Personal Safety Awareness Month, we’ll be talking about youth protection and the timely release of a brand-new DVD resource on the topic.

Abracadabra, Bullying

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Now you see it, now you don’t! But you can always hear it on March’s Cubcast, as we discuss ways to enhance the April theme of Abracadabra with Toni Welch, an experienced Cubmaster trainer. Plus, get some sound advice on how to deal with bullies from Dr. Carol Watkins, who is board certified in child psychiatry.

Litter to Glitter, Academics and Sports

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 13:00:00 GMT

February’s podcast covers the March Cub Scout theme of Litter to Glitter. Get great ideas for how to implement the theme from Ray Alverson, an assistant council commissioner in the Houston area. Then learn the details of the Academics and Sports program from Bruce Hopper, a Cubmaster and District Committee Chair for the Mohican Council in central Massachusetts.

Chinese New Year, Anniversary Month

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 13:00:00 GMT

Caren Tamkin, a Unit Commissioner in California, has some fun and insightful tips and observations about February’s Chinese New Year theme. Then Jamie Shearer, Associate Director for the Cub Scout Division at the National Council, sheds some light on Anniversary Month, including ways to help engage your Cub Scouts for Scout Sabbath and Scout Sunday, featuring special guests Rabbi Peter Hyman and Father Don Hummel.

Cub Scout Car Show, Religious Emblem Program

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Cheri Pepka, mother of two Eagle Scouts, wheels out some great ideas for January's Cub Scout Car Show activities. Then Mark Hazelwood, who teaches a course on religious emblems at the Boy Scout training facility in Philmont, NM, brings us up to date on the religious emblem program.

Celebrations Around the World Theme, Cub Scout Program Update

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Cheri Pepka, Chair of the Cub Scout Program Helps Task Force, generates some super ideas for December's Celebrations Around the World theme. And Sam Thompson, Director of the Cub Scout Division for the National Council, steps into the studio to talk about the state of Cub Scouting in America. Plus, earn a chance to win a Den Meeting in a Box!

Indian Nations, Second Chance Recruiting

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Caren Tamkin, a Unit Commissioner in California, shares great ideas for celebrating November's Indian Nations theme. Bruce Mikkelson, Scout Executive in Weston, Wisconsin, offers insights for Second Chance Recruiting. Plus we're giving away 50 free subscriptions to Boys' Life magazine!

Down on the Farm, Cub Scout Leader Training

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, leads us through October theme activities for Down on the Farm. Ted Rohling, Vice President for Training at the Alamo Area Council, sheds some light on Cub Scout leader training. And Pedro's back with another groaner.

Cub Scout Express, School Night for Scouting, Roundup Campaign Resources, Free Switchback 2 Pants Contest

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, has good ideas for September's Cub Scout Express activities. Mike Palmer, Council Commissioner for the Jersey Shore Council, joins us to talk about Roundup Campaign Resources. And, we're giving away free pairs of the brand new Switchback 2 Cub Scout pants. Download the August Cubcast for details!

Century of Scouting, Summer Activity Safety Tips

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, offers tips for August Century of Scouting activities. Steve Johnson, San Gabriel Valley Council Cub Scout Training Chairman, gives us some solid safety ideas for ensuring an incident-free summer. Plus, a surprise visit from Pedro, the Boys' Life mail burro!

Rocket's Red Glare, Youth Protection Program

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Kim Barker, Chairman of Themes Task Force, discusses activities for July's "Rocket's Red Glare" theme. John Patterson, consultant to BSA on Youth Protection, speaks about the new YP video release and how to use it effectively with the kids.

Wheel into Summer, Annual Planning Conference

Tue, 01 May 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Kim Barker, Chairman of Themes Task Force, outlines activities for the June theme, "Wheel into Summer." Jamie Shearer, Assoc. Nat'l Director of Cub Scouting, gives an overview of the Annual Planning Conference for volunteers and parents.

Cubs & Bugs Galore, Camping Talk, Nat'l Summertime Pack Award

Sun, 01 Apr 2007 13:00:00 GMT

Kim Barker, Chairman of the Themes Task Force, outlines activities for the May theme of "Cubs and Bugs Galore." Dennis Kampa, author of the Baloo Camping Guide, shares insights on camping. Jamie Shearer, Assoc. Nat'l Director of Cub Scouting, explains the purpose and criteria for earning the Nat'l Summertime pack award.