New Programs
There are
changes coming for the Cub Scout program. Venturing is changing too. It is said that nothing in life is assured
except change. But why the change now
and what is the goal? Under the BSA National
Strategic 411 Plan an assessment was made to insure that the all Scouting
programs are still dynamic and relevant to today's youth and families. The findings proved that Scouting aims and
methods are still relevant in today's world such as character development,
participatory citizenship, personal fitness, outdoor skills and awareness and
leadership/life skills. In fact these
are more important than ever before. The
new Cub program is focused on core adventures that help instill our timeless
values in a better and improved way. Last
month I was at one of our great state parks in Utah with my neighborhood
troop. Our Scouts all wore their
activity shirts which made a great impression on the many visitors who were
there which raised the bar on our behavior and demeanor. I saw other Scouts there with no identifying
uniform. One boy's shirt caught my
attention. The words printed in big bold
letters on the front said 'It's not about you - It's all about me!' I'm not sure if he knew that his shirt was
giving the wrong message, a selfish message but certainly it was not the
message I would want any Cub Scout or younger sibling to emulate. True leaders care more about others than
themselves. Scouting needs to so inviting, so fun and so inspiring that every
youth who joins will be fortified with values to help them make good choices
all their lives and become tomorrow's leaders.
In Wood Badge training there is a session
entitled 'Leading Change'. Scouts deal
with change every day as the grow and mature.
Adults watch these changes with great anticipation, hoping for a better
tomorrow as we help youth be empowered by Scouting values. I know of no better Scout Youth training that
creates a culture of leadership and change then NYLT Silver Moccasin, On Belay
and Kodiak. For adults it is Wood Badge
Leadership training.
May each of us help create the exciting
culture that embraces change so we can draw in more youth and protect them with
adventures that last a lifetime.
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