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Cub Scouts

Cub Scouts have the opportunity to see things and go places they could never imagine. They go on field trips and go camping. Want to go on a campout? Want to learn a secret code? If you're a boy in the first through fifth grades, (ages 7-10), then Cub Scouts might be for you.

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Training
Training is fun and easy, and you'll be the best leader you can be when you understand Scouting. Be more effective in creating programs. Learn about resources to make your job easier. Lead by example - show your commitment to Scouting and inspire others.
What Makes a Trained Leader? A leader is considered "Trained" when he or she has completed the four main trainings that make up the "Basic Leader Training" continuum.

YOUth Protection Begins with YOU!

The Boy Scouts of America places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. To maintain such an environment, the BSA developed numerous procedural and leadership selection policies and provides parents and leaders with resources for the Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing programs. Read more

BSA Mandatory Reporting Policy

The BSA has a Mandatory Reporting policy which states that registered leaders must report any suspected child abuse and/or violation of the BSA Youth protection Policy. Read more

Training Updates from National BSA

Download the National BSA Training Times Newsletter - Winter 2012

for some important training updates.

Essential Leader Training Calendar
Find out where leader trainings are offered in the Council and attend any one. Essential Leader Training Calendar
Register by contacting the person listed for the specific training or download the Training Registration Form and emailing, faxing or sending in to Mid-America Council, 12401 West Maple Road, Omaha, NE 68164.

Cub Scout Leader Development

All Cub Scout Leaders are invited to get trained for their position at Rockbrook United Methodist Church in Omaha on June 1, 2013. Read More

Fall Outdoor Leader Training

All leaders get "Trained" in one weekend at the Fall Outdoor Leader Training at Camp Cedars on September 20, 2013. Read More

Cub Scout Leader Training

All Cub Scout Leaders in need of training are invited to First Presbyterian Church in Bellevue for Cub Scout Leader Training on October 8, 2013. Read More

Contact your District Training Chair today All District Training Chairs encourage each unit, or group of units, to contact them to arrange for eight or more leaders to receive training at a convenient time and place. Leaders are encouraged to have their District Training Teams bring training to the units. Find your district below.
Council Committee	Diamond Dick	Goldenrod	Lewis & Clark
Ohwahnasee	Petah La Shauro	Soaring Eagle	Thundercloud
Trailblazer	Twin Lakes	Wagon Wheel	War Eagle
Venturing, Exploring & LFL

Online Training for Cub Scout Leaders

Den Leaders/Assistants, Cubmasters/Assistants, pack trainers, and pack committee chairs/members can now take the Cub Scout Leader Position-Specific Training, Youth Protection, Fast Start, and This Is Scouting online. Online Training information

Do you have what it takes to be a pack trainer?

Good Cub Scout packs take adult dedication, planning and training. Under the direction of the pack committee chair or the Cubmaster, the pack trainer helps leaders and parents understand the purposes, policies and procedures of the Cub Scouting program. Read More

Wood Badge Information
What is Wood Badge? Who is eligible to attend? How do I register? Click on the "Read more" link to answer all these questions and more. Read More

Wood Badge Course C5-326-13-1
Registered Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venture leaders are welcome to attend Wood Badge training at Camp Cedars, the most advanced adult leadership training that the Boy Scouts of America has to offer. Attendance at both weekend sessions plus one mid-course meeting is required. Part 1: August 23-25, 2013; Part 2: September 13-15, 2013. Read More

Training Information Request Form
Your District Training Chair is working hard to recruit trainers and plan training events that allow unit leaders to get the training they need to do their job successfully. The Council Training Committee works hard to coordinate training schedules in each district that offer plenty of options in and outside the district, to train leaders. If you would like more information on training events being held in your area, or are having trouble getting your leaders trained, submit this form to your District Training Chairs to get more information.

Philmont Training Center

The Mid-America Council has reservations for a council contingent to Philmont in 2013. We are approved to fill 10 crews of 12 participants (minimum 2 adults, maximum 4): July 7-July 19, 2013.
Have questions about the MAC Contingency? Please contact Arli Boustead at arli.boustead@scouting.org or 402.431.9272 OR Rich Hawes at rdhawes26@msn.com for more information.
Learn more about the Philmont Training Center.
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