BSA holds a number of training classes

BSA policy states that a Pack must have a number of trained leaders.
Training gives information on the goals and policy of Scouting, that have made scouting safe and successful for almost a 100 years. I guarantee anyone attending training will find it informative and enjoyable, don't let fear or doubt stop you from BSA Training.
Cub Terms link

Types of BSA Cub Training New  Youth Protection Training  BALOO  Webelos Outdoor Training
Safe Swim Defense   Safety Afloat    Red Cross 1st Aid and CPR
Roundtable Pow Wow / University of Scouting  Woodbadge BSA leader recognition  Goals of Scouting
Boy Scouts     Pack 373 link to Scouting on the Internet    Training Councils

SGVC link http://sgvcbsa.org/leadersandresources_training.php

New to Scouting? the two classes below will help get you up to speed fast for free:

Cub Scout Leader Fast Start online link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

The New Den Leader' Fast Start training Video:  Free rental from the Scout shop.

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The Two class below are needed for Den Leaders, Asst. Den Leaders and those that help the Den - Pack  regularly:

Cub Scout Leader Specific  Training: Held about once a month.   Dates see link link
                Small cost for materials, the Pack will reimburse you at request.
                                            Usually on a Sat. AM  See  Pack Flyer

Youth Protection Training:  Needed for all leaders.  Good for 2 years. Cost Free
                                                Use on line site
                                 Online at use your BSA Membership # on your membership card.

link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

           http://www.usscouts.org/usscouts/safety/YP_guidelines.pdf





Hazardous Weather Training
  Online at use your BSA Membership # on your membership card. Good for Two Years.
link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

Youth Protection Training and Hazardous Weather Training are need to complete a BSA Tour Plan  to go on a outing. Also a leader has read Guide to Safe Scouting

SGVC Site for Leaders

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Need ideas and material to aid your program? Roundtable and Pow Wow / University of Scouting

Cub Scout and Boy Scout leader Roundtable for support and great suggestions on themes and activities. Cost: Free.

            Roundtables are supplemental training for volunteers at the pack level, they meet the second
Wed of ever month. Roundtables give volunteers examples for pack and den meetings; information on policy, events, and training opportunities; ideas for crafts, games, and ceremonies; and an opportunity to
share experiences and enjoy fun and fellowship. These meetings help volunteers provide a
stronger program for Cub Scouts. BSA Lucky Baldwin District Sponsored.
Pack Activity Schedule for Time and Place link
 

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Pow Wow / University of Scouting held once a year on the first Sat. in Feb.
                        Has classes on all kinds of Scouting topics, you pick the ones that interest you.
 There is a small cost for materials, the Pack will reimburse you at request.
    Also held at the same time is the Den Chief Training
Includes Lunch.
At:  Arroyo High School El Monte
4921 Cedar Ave.,     El Monte, CA 91732
(Santa Anita and Lower Azusa Rd) Map
                BSA SGV Council Sponsored  Phone 626-351-8815
                The Pow Wow is a Cub Scout leader's learning extravaganza!
                A big, fun-filled experience where Cub Scout leaders increase their knowledge,
                improve their skills, and gain enthusiastic attitudes about Cub Scouting.
                Sign up in advance or show up. Some subject do fill up.
 The Pack will reimburse you at request.

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BALOO Cub Outdoor Training for Webelos - Cub leaders.
                   Sat. class.  Learn Cub Scout Skills and BSA Policy to hold a Cub Scout - Family Camp Over night event.
                    One person at a Cub Scout overnight must have this Class.
                     The Pack will reimburse you at request.
                    Pack Activity Schedule for Time and Place link
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Webelos Outdoor Training
        This Fri night and Sat. Morning class is needed for Webelos over night Outdoor events.
            It will give you both outdoor skills and ideas, also BSA camping policy.
            The Pack will reimburse you at request.
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Safe Swim Defense - good for 2 years 1/2 hour class
                Needed for any water activity   - offered at Pow Wow   and some  Roundtables - camps
      link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

Online at use your BSA Membership # on your membership card. Good for Two Years.
http://olc.scouting.org/

Safety Afloat - good for 2 years  1/2 hour class, normally offered with Safe Swim Defense.
             With Safe Swim Defense needed for any on water activity.-
            offered at Pow Wow / University of Scouting and some  Roundtables  - camps
           http://www.usscouts.org/safety/g2ssII.html#RTFToC10
Online at use your BSA Membership # on your membership card. Good for Two Years.
link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

Red Cross 1st Aid and CPR
          One Adult on any Scout outing must have current Red Cross (or equivalent) 1st Aid and CPR
                If the Outing is in or on the Water along with Safe Swim Defense   Safety Afloat
            Red Cross 1st Aid is good for 3 years.
               Red Cross  CPR is good for 1 year.
               Red Cross  infant and Child CPR optional, but recommend is good is good for 1 year
           Glendale - Crescenta Valley Red Cross Chapter
           Red Cross Arcadia Chapter\
           Long Beach
           CA LIST

Classes List
http://www.redcross.org/courses/index.jsp?_requestid=1322701
 
 

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Woodbadge:  Held once a year in the fall, this is for both Cub and Boy Scout leaders.
                        This is a two weekend training class. The first week is on Leadership and is

held indoors. The overnight stay is in cabins.
The second weekend focus is on outdoor skills and completed camping.
Cost is about $200 this cover materials, cabins, food and more.
This Woodbadge is Scouting highest leadership award.
If is full of fun and fellowship.
 For leaders desiring a deeper understanding of
Scouting. Advanced training concentrates on
 leadership, mentioning, teamwork and
management skills. Basic training is
required. Open to Cub Scout, Boy Scout,
Varsity and Venturing leaders.
http://www.woodbadge.org/

Sign up at the Scout Center.

 On the morning of September 8, 1919, a 61 year old retired general of the British Army stepped out into the center of a clearing at Gilwell Park, in Epping Forest, outside London, England. He raised to his lips the horn of a Greater Kudu, one of the largest of African antelopes. He blew a long sharp blast. Nineteen men dressed in short pants and knee socks, assembled by patrols for the first Scoutmasters’ training camp held at Gilwell. The camp was designed and guided by Sir Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the World Scouting Movement.

When they had finished their training together, Baden-Powell gave each man a simple wooden bead from a necklace he had found in South Africa in 1888. The Scoutmasters’ training course was a great success and continued to be held year-after-year. At the end of each course the wooden beads were used to recognize the completion of training. When the original beads ran out, new ones were whittled to maintain the tradition established by Baden-Powell. Because of these beads, the course came to be known as the Wood Badge Course. It continues to this day in England and around the world as the advanced training course for leaders in Scouting.

Wood badge Training is currently held once a year in the fall. Wood badge is for both Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders. This Training  class is done over two three day weekends. The first week focus is on Leadership and is held indoors. The second weekend is held outdoors where the focus is on outdoor skills and camping.
Wood badge is Scouting's high leadership award. Awarded are a: neckerchief, round slide,  leather necklace and the Wood badge beads.   For completing the Wood badge Training one is I awarded the Wood Badge.
They are also now a honorary Scout of Troop one of Gilwell of the ___ patrol.

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Once a year is Scouting Leadership College, do not let the name fool you. If has Classes about how scouting works. Leaders Class, problem solving, BSA finances, history of Scouting and more. It is Sat Class open to all BSA leaders.

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BSA recognition for leaders:
Leader Awards: http://www.usscouts.org/awards/knots2.asp

See left site of list of Awards.

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Goals of Scouting:

The Boy Scouts of America, founded in 1910, provides an effective educational program for boys and young adults, designed to:
                Build moral strength and character
                Encourage fitness
                Prepare boys for the responsibilities of citizenship

     Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of Boy Scouting, said that "Scouting is a
     game with a purpose." The game is our fun and exciting program, but the
      purpose is to prepare boys to become better adults.

Boys, families, leaders, and chartered organizations work together to achieve

                Character development
                Spiritual growth
                Good citizenship
                Sportsmanship
                Family understanding
                Respectful relationships
                Personal achievement
                Friendly service
                Fun and adventure
                Preparation for Boy Scouts

The Ideals of Cub Scouting

            We achieve these purposes by teaching the ideals of Cub Scouting, which
            are represented by the Cub Scout Promise, Law, and motto.

            Cub Scout Promise

                I, (your name), promise
                to do my best,
                to do my duty,
                to God and my country,
                to help other people
                and to obey the Law of the Pack.

            Law of the Pack

                The Cub Scout follows Akela,
                The Cub Scout helps the pack go,
                The pack helps the Cub Scout grow,
                The Cub Scout gives goodwill.

            Cub Scout Motto

                Do your best!

            Tiger Cub Motto

                Search. Discover. Share.
 

Boy Scouts:

   Online at use your BSA Membership # on your membership card.
link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

Youth Protection Training good for two years
ScoutMaster and ASM Leader - Sat Class.
scoutmaster Outdoors - Weekend class at Trask
Troop Committee Leadership - Sat. AM Class also online    link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/
HAT High Adventure Training SGVC Hat-  the How to of Weekend outdoor training
Den Chief Training - same day and place as Pow Wow / University of Scouting
Oakbadge now NYLT for Boy Scouts National Youth Leadership Training
OA http://www.tatankalodge.org
Woodbadge
Teaching Leave No Trace
Climb on Safety - 1 hours class BSA Rack climbing and repelling Policy Class also online link starter http://www.bsa.scouting.org/
The Guide to Safe Scouting
BSA Lifeguard - For Adults and Boy Scouts -Trask weekend
Safe Swim Defense
Safety Afloat
Red Cross 1st Aid and CPR
Safety booklets online
http://www.scouting.org/
Commissioners
SGVC Site for Leaders
Boy Socut Roundtable
 Pack 373 link to Scouting on the Internet

More BSA Links from Troop 373
 
 

"Be Prepared"

  The Boy Scout advances through the ranks of Scout, Tenderfoot,
    Second Class, First Class, Star, & Life on his way to Eagle.

SCOUT OATH

 On my honor I will do my best

To do my duty to God and my country

and to obey the Scout Law;

To help other people at all times;

To keep myself physically strong,

 mentally awake, and morally straight.

 SCOUT LAW

       A Scout is TRUSTWORTHY.  A Scout tells the truth.  He keeps his
       promises.  honesty is a part of his code of conduct.  People can always
       depend on him.

       A Scout is LOYAL.  A Scout is true to his family, friends, Scout
       leaders, school, nation, and world community.

       A Scout is HELPFUL.  A Scout is concerned about other people.   He
       willingly volunteers to help others without expecting payment or reward.

       A Scout is FRIENDLY.  A Scout is a friend to all.  He is a brother to
       other Scouts.  He seeks to understand others.  He respects those with
       ideas and customs that are different from his own.

       A Scout is COURTEOUS.  A Scout is polite to everyone regardless
       of age or position.  He knows that good manners make it easier for people
       to get along together.

       A Scout is KIND.  A Scout understands there is strength in being
       gentle.  He treats others as he wants to be treated.  He does not harm or
       kill anything without reason.

       A Scout is OBEDIENT.  A Scout follows the rules of his family,
       school, and troop.  He obeys the laws of his community and country.  If
       he thinks these rules and laws are unfair, he tries to have them change
       in an orderly manner rather than disobey them.

       A Scout is CHEERFUL.  A Scout looks for the bright side of life.   He
       cheerfully does tasks that come his way.  He tries to make others happy.

       A Scout is THRIFTY. A Scout works to pay his way and to help
       others.  He saves for the future.  He protects and conserves natural
       resources.  He carefully uses time and property.

       A Scout is BRAVE.   A Scout can face danger even if he is afraid.  He
       has the courage to stand for what he thinks is right even if others laugh
       at him or threaten him.

       A Scout is CLEAN.  A Scout keeps his body and mind fit and clean.
       He goes around with those who believe in living by these same ideals.
       He helps keep his home and community clean.

       A Scout is REVERENT.  A Scout is reverent towards God.  He is
       faithful in his religious duties.  He respects the beliefs of others.

THE SCOUT MOTTO

       The Scout motto is BE PREPARED.   A Scout prepares for whatever
       comes his way by learning all he can.  He keeps himself strong, healthy,
       and ready to meet the challenges of life.

THE SCOUT SLOGAN

       The Scout slogan is DO A GOOD TURN DAILY.   Good Turns are helpful
       acts of kindness done quietly, without boasting, and without expecting
       reward or pay.  Doing at least one Good Turn every day is a normal part
       of a Scout's life.













Training can be taken at any Council:

San Gabriel Valley Council

Verdugo Hills Council

Ventura County Council

Los Angeles Area Council

Western Los Angeles County Council

Los Padres Council

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Boy Socut Oath and Law: http://usscouts.org/advance/boyscout/bsoathlaw.asp

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