Annual Pack Program Planning Guide

Preparing for the Pack Program Planning Conference

1. Each Cub Scout Den Leader and Webelos Den Leader should determine the likes and dislikes of the Den. What events did they enjoy the most last year? What would they like to do during the coming year?
2. The Webelos Den Leader should discuss with Troop Leaders plans for several joint Webelos Den-Troop activities for fifth-grade Webelos Scouts and several Webelos overnight campouts.
3. Gather District, Council, community and school calendars which will affect the Pack.

How to Conduct the Conference

1. Review past themes, Webelos activity badge areas and special activities. Discuss strong and weak points. Decide which activities, if any, will be repeated during the coming year.
2. Review the recommended Cub Scout themes and activity badges found in the Cub Scouting Highlights Pamphlet No. 13-513. Decide on the themes and activity badges to be used for the next 12 months.
3. List any special activities in which the Pack wants to participate (including District and Council activities). Tiger Cubs should be included in the planning and how they will participate.
4. Share the Load. Appoint chairpersons to each activity if possible. Explain that most of the special activities involving the Pack can be accomplished within a certain time frame.
5. Make plans to recruit new Cub Scouts and Leaders.

Share the plan

Put the planned program in writing, including times, dates, estimated cost, and any details that are known. The chairperson’s name and phone number for each activity should be included. Give the plan to your chartering organization, local school principal and all adults involved including parents.