Volunteer

 Board

 

 

Title:  Advancement / Awards Chair     Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Nancy Conboy

Title:  Volunteer Coordinator
Duration:  School Year

Volunteer:

Title:  Assistant Cubmaster
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Joe Ruhlin
 

Requirements
· 
Computer for PackMaster software.
·  Comfortable with award ceremonies


Description
Coordinate all achievement and award activity for the pack.  Also, maintain the records of awards and minutes.

·  Understand Cub Scout and Webelos Advancement plus train parents and leaders on advancement.

·  Collect Den Advancement reports, order and assemble appropriate badges for pack meetings.

·  Maintain all computer and paper records of past and present scout advancements.

·  Provide lists as needed for award ceremonies.  Computer generated reports often suffice.

·  Work closely with Cubmaster to support advancement ceremonies.

Benefits
· 
Learn the boys’ names, and gain insight into their special interests and accomplishments.

 

Requirements
· 
Good communicator, salesperson
· 
Empathetic and proactive
· 
Cub Scout leader training

Description
Responsible for ensuring stable, active and enthusiastic volunteers for all pack positions.  The Volunteer Coordinator is the advocate for the parents.

·  Primary jobs are DELEGATING and THANKING

·  Help in recruiting new volunteers.

·  Complete Cub Scout Leader Basic Training

·  See that dens are never without a leader and assistant.

·  Coordinate training and hands-on guidance for new den leaders.

·  See that leaders are recognized.

·  Give continuing support and help to volunteers - encouragement, direction, training, and new ideas.

·  Serve as the communications link between the Cubmaster and volunteers.

Benefits
· A highly social position, you will meet many interesting people, and be seen as a proactive resource for our kids.

Requirements
· 
Cub Scout leader training
· 
Comfortable public speaker


Description
Assistant Cubmaster is the Cubmaster’s visible companion and backup, filling in as focal point for the pack when Cubmaster is not available.  Also shares responsibility for Cub Scout Membership with Assistant Committee Chair.

·  Assist the Cubmaster as needed.

·  Work with the pack committee to develop and promote an ongoing plan for recruiting new boys.

·  Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee on pack re-registration.

·  Work with the pack committee on outings to see that the pack qualifies for the National Summertime Pack Award.

·  Every pack should have at least one assistant Cubmaster. In most packs, two or three will be helpful, allowing for division of responsibilities.

Benefits
· 
Be recognized in the community as supporting our kids and providing a quality program.

·  If Cubmaster is acting like a total goofball for the kids, you get to participate either as straight man, or as another goofball.
 

Title:  Webmaster
Duration
:  Full Year

Volunteer: Joel Young

Requirements
· 
Must have a computer.

·  Experience with building and maintaining websites.

·  Computer with email access preferred.

Description
· 
Maintains the www.pack479.org website, ensuring all content is kept up-to-date.

·  Maintain pack leader contact information.

·  Publish pack calendar provided by Committee Chair.

·  Publish other information such as forms and program information.

·  Maintain up-to-date links to council and district information.

·  Learn and follow Boy Scout guidelines for website operations, including privacy protection.

Benefits
·  Be the creative, communications link with the Pack where everyone envy's your skills.

 

Title:  Treasurer          
Duration
: School Year

Volunteer: Carol Sorum/Jim Derks

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training

·  Experience with basic budgets

·  Computer with email access preferred.


Description
Develop with committee support, a sound financial program.

·  Approve all budget expenditures and maintain accurate records.

·  Open or maintain a bank account in the pack's name and arrange for all transactions.

·  Collect dues.

·  Report on the pack's financial condition at committee meetings.

·  Work with Fund Raising Coordinators in conducting council-approved, pack money-earning projects.

·  Maintain up-to-date Pack Property Inventory.

Benefits
· 
Provide tangible stewardship of Pack’s solvency and viability.

 

Title: Assistant Committee Chair
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer:

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training

·  Good delegator, organizer and effective communicator

·  Ideally, should be willing to take over for outgoing Committee Chair. 

·  Access to computer and email preferred.

Description
Assistant Committee Chair is the Committee Chair’s backup, helping the Committee Chair as needed.  Also shares a primary pack responsibility for Cub Scout Membership.

·  Assist the Committee Chair as needed.

·  Work with the pack committee to develop and promote an ongoing plan for recruiting new boys.

·  Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee on pack re-registration.

·  Work with the pack committee on outings to see that the pack qualifies for the National Summertime Pack Award.

Benefits
· 
Be recognized in the community as supporting our kids and providing a quality program.
 

Title:  Den Leader – Tiger Cubs 
Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Steph Sipprell

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Den Leader is the primary adult contact with the boys, and as such is the most important volunteer role in the pack.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade. The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.
 

Title:  Cubmaster            
Duration
:  Full Year

Volunteer: Aric Fier

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training and roundtables.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Effective communicator and comfortable public speaker

·  Access to computer & email


Description
Cubmaster is the visible focal point for the pack, responsible for creating a positive, fun experience. Cubmaster is the primary advocate for the boys.

·  Serve as Master of Ceremonies for monthly pack meetings.

·  Planning the pack programs with the help of the other leaders.

·  With Committee Chair, using the support of the committee to plan a year-long program for Pack meetings.

·  Guiding, supporting, motivating, and inspire the other adult leaders. Make sure they receive training and recognition for their positions.

Benefits
· 
Opportunity to make major positive impact on the kids in the community.

·  Active role in defining pack schedule and program.

·  Social interaction in your community.

·  You get to see the glimmer in their eyes and hear the giggles as you act like a total goof.

 

Title: Committee Chair 
Duration: Full Year

Volunteer: Julie Young

Requirements
· 
At least 21 years old

·  Must take Cub Scout leader training

·  Good delegator and organizer

·  Effective communicator

·  Access to computer & email preferred

Description
Committee chair is the chief organizer, responsible for proactively monitoring the details of pack operations.  Committee chair is the primary advocate for the program, while Cubmaster is the primary advocate for the boys and Volunteer Coordinator is the primary advocate for the parents.

·  Attend Basic Cub Scout Leader training.

·  Conducts monthly leader meetings with Cubmaster.

·  Delegates responsibilities to committee members.

·  Supervises annual Pack Program Planning Conference to develop a year-long Pack Program Plan.

·  Responsible for all necessary “paperwork” including new membership enrollment , adult leadership enrollment, Boy's Life subscriptions and rechartering

·  Works closely with Cubmaster to support pack program.

Benefits
· 
Opportunity to make major positive impact on the kids in the community.

·  A major influencer of pack schedule and program.

·  Social interaction in your community.

Title:  Asst Den Leader - Tigers  
Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Meredith Redmond

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Assistant Den Leader provides assistance and backup support for the Den Leader.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Assistant Den Leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.
 

Title:  Den Leader - Wolves     
Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Jay Tschetter

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Den Leader is the primary adult contact with the boys, and as such is the most important volunteer role in the pack.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Den leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Asst Den Leader - Wolves 
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Mark Reese

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Assistant Den Leader provides assistance and backup support for the Den Leader.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Assistant Den Leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Den Leader (1 of 2) - Bears       Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Elizabeth Lindholm

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Den Leader is the primary adult contact with the boys, and as such is the most important volunteer role in the pack.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Den leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.
 

Title:  Den Leader (2 of 2) - Bears       Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Gina Frakes

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Assistant Den Leader provides assistance and backup support for the Den Leader.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Assistant Den Leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Den Leaders – Webelos  1
Duration:  School Year

Volunteer: Joel Young and Joe Ruhlin

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Den Leader is the primary adult contact with the boys, and as such is the most important volunteer role in the pack.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Den leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Asst Den Leaders – Webelos 2
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Bob Rose, Kris Kerber, Eric Johnson

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Assistant Den Leader provides assistance and backup support for the Den Leader.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Assistant Den Leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Den Leaders – Webelos 2
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Bob Rose, Kris Kerber, Eric Johnson

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Den Leader is the primary adult contact with the boys, and as such is the most important volunteer role in the pack.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Den leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

Title:  Asst Den Leaders – Webelos 1
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Nancy Conboy and Lee Markle

Requirements
· 
Must take Cub Scout leader training. 

·  Attend monthly pack leader meetings.

·  At least 21 years old

·  Interested in working with boys one on one and in small groups

Description
The Assistant Den Leader provides assistance and backup support for the Den Leader.  A den has 4-10 boys, all in the same school grade.  The Assistant Den Leader is typically the parent of one of the boys in the den.  The den leader provides an ongoing den program that typically includes 1 den meeting per month during the school year, with occasional field trips/service projects.  Use den meetings for crafts, advancement activities, games and other fun boy stuff. 

·  Guide, support, motivate, and inspire the boys in your den.

·  Advocate and participant in outdoor activities like camping.

·  Facilitate your den’s participation in pack meetings and pack activities, such as helping to prepare your den for Pinewood Derby, performing skits, or conducting flag ceremonies.

·  Guide the boys in your den through the advancement process.  Keep advancement records that are also shared with the Pack Awards Chair so advancements can be purchased and awarded in a timely fashion.

·  Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families.  Use their talents to help enrich the den experience.

Benefits
· 
Make a direct positive impact on boys on a personal level.

·  Get to know your son’s friends.  Chances are you will make lasting adult friendships.

 

Title:  Newsletter / Secretary
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer:

Description
Our primary source for what needs to be communicated.

·  Take notes at committee meetings.

·  Maintain past committee meeting notes.

·  Write periodic newsletters.

·  Provide input and content to website.

 

Title: Camp Coordinator       
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer: Steve Johnson

Description
· 
Camp Coordinators learn how to get the pack registered for camps through a simple but very time-sensitive process. 

·  You need not be a camper, but are willing to put in the time to contact the camping office (for the district), get camping slots, keep track of the deposits, and most important, keep the kids going to camp.

·  Keep the OUTING in scOUTING!

Title: Popcorn Fundraising Coord.
Duration
: 4 Months

Volunteer: Jim Derks

Description
· 
Plan and organize popcorn sales fundraiser.

·  Attend the Popcorn Sales Kickoff district training session.

·  Distribute forms to Den Leaders and collect and submit Pack order.

·  Provide a garage (or secure an alternative parent’s garage) for drop off and distribution night.

·  Keep track of the sales, funds and prizes.

 

Title:  Wreaths Fund Raising Coord.
Duration:  4 Months

Volunteer: Tyra Brosseau

Description
· 
Plan and organize wreath sales fundraiser.

·  Receive materials and modify flyer for Pack.

·  Distribute forms to Den Leaders.

·  Collect and submit Pack order.

·  Provide a garage (or secure an alternative parent’s garage) for drop off and distribution night.

·  Keep track of the sales, funds and prizes.

 

Title: Friends of Scouting Coord.
Duration
:  1 Month

Volunteer:

Description
· 
In February, we are asked to approach all of the scouting families for additional support of the local district.

·  Short talk in front of the Pack, traditionally at Blue & Gold banquet, with distribution and collection of FOS materials afterwards.

·  Submit necessary information to Mustang District.

Title: Activities Chairperson
Duration
: Full Year

Volunteer:

Description
· 
Research and obtain details about potential “Go See It” opportunities and Service Projects.

·  Provide information and recommendations during the monthly leadership meeting.

·   Work with Volunteer Coordinator to ensure selected Activities have a resource assigned.

·  Provide the assigned activity
coordinator with details of the activity to jump start preparations and planning.

Title:  Tiger Cub Coach      
Duration
:  School Year

Volunteer:

Description
Acts as starter fluid for the annual Tiger program.  Smoothes the entry into scouting for the Tigers and their parents by describing how things are done.  Acts as a mentor to the Tiger Cub Den Leaders.

· Prefer at least one year experience as a parent in the pack.  (Tiger Den Leader will likely have no parental experience at the pack).

· Present Tiger cub program and organize groups at Registration Night (September).

· Attend first group meetings and remain in contact with group.

 Benefits
·
A much appreciated job that provides consistent but not necessarily continual effort.

· The personal fulfillment of helping those who are eager for guidance.

 

Title: Blue & Gold Coordi. (1 of 2)
Duration
: 2 Months

Volunteer:

Description
The Blue & Gold Banquet is the annual anniversary or “birthday party” for the Boy Scouting program.  It also serves as an annual volunteer recognition event and the graduation ceremony for the outgoing 2nd year Webelos who move up into Boy Scouts.

·  January thru February time frame.

·  Secure location and catering several months before the event.

·  This event is sponsored by the 2nd year Webelos, so these should be 2nd year Webelos parents.

·  Plan the theme, decorating, and agenda of the meeting.

·  Secure AND ENSURE attendance of Order of the Arrow Boy Scouts for the ceremony.

 

Title: Blue & Gold Coord. (2 of 2)
Duration
: 2 Months

Volunteer:

Description
The Blue & Gold Banquet is the annual anniversary or “birthday party” for the Boy Scouting program.  It also serves as an annual volunteer recognition event and the graduation ceremony for the outgoing 2nd year Webelos who move up into Boy Scouts.

·  January thru February time frame.

·  Secure location and catering several months before the event.

·  This event is sponsored by the 2nd year Webelos, so these should be 2nd year Webelos parents.

·  Plan the theme, decorating, and agenda of the meeting.

·  Secure AND ENSURE attendance of Order of the Arrow Boy Scouts for the ceremony.

 

Title: Pinewood Derby Coordinator
Duration
: 2 Months

Volunteer:

Description
Coordinate and plan for the annual Pinewood Derby, typically held in January.  This is a craft project that involves making a small car from a kit that includes a pine block and all necessary hardware.  The cars are then judged for appearance and raced to find the speediest cars.  Winners advance to a district-wide race.

·  Participation at Working With Wood – car cutout station to guide parents and Scouts regarding official Derby Car rules.

·  Coordinate and participate in Pinewood Derby Weigh-In.

·  Coordinate track setup/breakdown for the Pinewood Derby.

·  Secure laptop, Pack software, and projector for the track on race day.

·  Direct Pinewood Derby volunteers during setup, the race, and track breakdown.

·  Ensure the Gym is reserved several months in advance.
 

Title: Twins Scout Night Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer:

Description
Minnesota Twins game during the summer.

·  Obtain details from the Roundtable, picked up by the Cubmaster.

·  Determine desired date of choices.

·  Communicate details to the pack, collect and submit payment, and coordinate travel arrangements for attendees.

 

Title: Winter Outing Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Bill Dale

Description
Often the Polar Day Camp, a day of fun in the snow at the scout camp in Cannon Falls.  However, an alternative event is welcome.

·  January

·  Work with Camp Coordinator to find out from Phillipo Scout Reservation when reservations start.

·  Find out how many people want to go (sign up sheet in October and November pack meetings).

·  Arrange a carpool.

·  Make sure we have payment from everyone.

·  Make sure we have a health form from everyone.

 

Title: Scouting for Food Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Jeff Young

Description
· 
April

·  Find out the date for this Council-wide Scouting event from the District, pick up the sacks and the pack map.

·  Split up the pack map to create a map for each den. Let them know when to distribute bags and when to pick up. And where to take the food.

Title: Pack Photographer
Duration
: Full Year

Volunteer: Martin Heglund

Description
Take digital photographs during the majority of pack events, or arrange for alternate photographer when not available.

·  Save and archive photos for Website, Event Communication, Newsletter, Recruiting, etc.

·  Develop an annual slideshow for Blue & Gold Banquet.

 

Title: Rocket Launch Coordinator
Du
ration: 1 Month

Volunteer: Sudhakar Mukkara

Description
· 
Secure field several months in advance.

·  Ensure rocket launcher is in working order.

·  Coordinate setup, breakdown, and the actual launch, directing Rocket Launch volunteers.

·  Work with Pack 497 on event coordination, refreshments, and tent setup.

·  Purchase “engines” in advance of event.

·  Ensure range safety during the event.

·  Bring plastic bags for trash pick up after event.

 

Title: Spring Picnic Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Diane Stis

Description
· 
Late May 

·  Reserve park shelter for the event well in advance.

·  Coordinate menu and events/agenda with Spring Picnic volunteers.

·  Ensure Egg Launcher is ready and available.

 

 

Title: Fall Recruiting Coordinator
Duration
: 2 Months

Volunteer:

Description
· 
Attend District Recruiting Training session.

·  Reserve cafeteria.

·  Obtain mailing list for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Graders for Cedar Ridge and Eagle Heights.

·  Update flyer and distribute to mailing list.

·  Work with Chairperson and Cub Master on agenda and planning for Recruiting night.

·  Coordinate Open House tables at two schools and volunteers.
 

Title: October Pack Meeting Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Ram Makram

Description
· 
Review theme with the leadership team and help make it happen. 

·  Work closely with the Cubmaster on coordination and agenda.

Title: Service Project Coord. (2 of 2)
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Jim Stromberg

Description

·  December – This year is Salvation Army Bell Ringing

·  Work with leadership team and Activities Chair on Service Project overview.

·  Plan event, create flyer, determine travel arrangements, and coordinate execution of the event.
 

Title: Service Project Coord (1 of 2)
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Aaron Thompson

Description

·  November – This year is Feed My Starving Children

·  Work with leadership team and Activities Chair on Service Project overview.

·  Plan event, create flyer, determine travel arrangements, and coordinate execution of the event.

Title: Fall Event Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Eric Johnson

Description

·  October

·  Work with leadership team and Activities Chair on “Go See It” event.

·  Plan event, create flyer, determine travel arrangements, and coordinate execution of the event.

Title: June Outing Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: David Johnson

Description
· 
Summer

·  Work with Activities Chairperson and leadership team on theme and location.

·  Provide overall coordination of the event.  Obtain details, create flyer, arrange transportation, and collect fees (if applicable).

 

Title: Working With Wood Coord.
Duration
: 1 month

Volunteer: Eric Johnson

Description
· 
December

·  Meet with Working With Wood volunteers to determine proposed stations/projects.

·  Retrieve band saw and supplies from Airport storage site and return at conclusion of event.

·  Coordinate stations and activities the night of the event.

 

Title: Refreshment Coordinator
Duration
: School Year

Volunteer: Vaibhav Sathe

Description
· 
Obtain refreshments at Pack meetings. 

·  Typically cookies.

·  Pick up refreshments and clean up area afterwards.

Title: August Outing Coordinator
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer:

Description
· 
Summer

·  Work with Activities Chairperson and leadership team on theme and location.

·  Provide overall coordination of the event.  Obtain details, create flyer, arrange transportation, and collect fees (if applicable).

 

Title: Sept Pack Meeting Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Julie Young

Description
· 
Work with Cubmaster and leadership team on entertainment options for September Pack Meeting. 

·  Secure entertainment, provide payment, and obtain reimbursement.

Title: Nov Pack Meeting  Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Amit Jain

Description
· 
Review theme with the leadership team and help make it happen. 

·  Work closely with the Cubmaster on coordination and agenda.

Title: Jan Pack Meeting  Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Julie Young

Description
· 
Review theme with the leadership team and help make it happen. 

·  Work closely with the Cubmaster on coordination and agenda.

Title: Mar Pack Meeting  Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Julie Young

Description
· 
Review theme with the leadership team and help make it happen. 

·  Work closely with the Cubmaster on coordination and agenda.

Title: Apr Pack Meeting  Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Julie Young

Description
· 
Review theme with the leadership team and help make it happen. 

·  Work closely with the Cubmaster on coordination and agenda.

Title: Rocket Launch Assistant
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Sally Weatherly

Description
· 
Assist Rocket Launch Coordinator to ensure launcher in working order.

·  Help setup, breakdown, and the actual launch activities.

·  Ensure range safety during the event.

·  Help pick up after event.

 

Title: Working with Wood  Asst. (3)
Duration
: 1 month

Volunteer: Bob Rose, D. Gandrud, ?

Description
· 
December

·  Work with WWW Coordinator to identify a product/station that you would lead.

·  Prepare supplies for your station.

·  Run your station on the WWW evening and help clean up afterwards.

 

Title: Spring Picnic Assistants (3)
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Phil Young, ?, ?

Description
· 
Late May 

·  Reserve park shelter for the event well in advance.

·  Help Spring Picnic Coordinator select and purchase menu items.

·  Help plan and run the activities.

Title: Blue & Gold Assistants (2)
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Nancy Depke, ?

Description
The Blue & Gold Banquet is the annual anniversary or “birthday party” for the Boy Scouting program.  It also serves as an annual volunteer recognition event and the graduation ceremony for the outgoing 2nd year Webelos who move up into Boy Scouts.

·  January thru February time frame.

·  This event is sponsored by the 2nd year Webelos, so these should be 2nd year Webelos parents.

·  Assist Blue & Gold Coordinators in decorating and planning for the evening.

 

Title: Pinewood Derby Assistants (4)
Duration
: 1 Month

Volunteer: Andy Fronek, ?, ? , ?

Description
Assist with coordination and planning for the annual Pinewood Derby, typically held in January.  This is a craft project that involves making a small car from a kit that includes a pine block and all necessary hardware.  The cars are then judged for appearance and raced to find the speediest cars.  Winners advance to a district-wide race.

·  Work with the Pinewood Derby Coordinator in preparations for this event.

·  Assist with Pinewood Derby Weigh-In.

·  Help setup and break down track for the Pinewood Derby.

·  Assist with race activities.