Cub Scout Leader Fast Start is a package of position-specific video programs accompanied by a Cub Scout Leader Fast Start Viewer Guide. Each program gives leaders information on planning and conducting their first meeting, and even demonstrates one they can use.

Five segments are included in the video:

* Tiger Cub Den Leader
* Cub Scout Den Leader
* Webelos Den Leader
* Cubmaster
* Pack Committee

Pack-administered self-study is the primary method of delivery for Fast Start training. A pack trainer usually supports the new leader during this training period. Talk to your Cubmaster or Committee Chair about the video and guide. If they do not have it, you can check it out from the Council Service Center (call to reserve it at 618-234-9111).

New Leader Essentials

New Leader Essentials is an introductory session for all leaders that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforcement are presented during the 90-minute training session.

Leader Specific Training

Leader Specific Training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership role. Tiger Cub Den leaders, Cub Scout Den leaders, Webelos Den leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack Committee members can complete this training in one day or two or three evenings. The leader is considered trained upon completion of New Leader Essentials and the Leader Specific Training for his or her position.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

BALOO is a full day course designed for all new Cub Scout leaders and parents of Cub Scouts. This training is designed to provide the initial and basic information adults need to successfully take a pack overnight camping. As such, it is designed to focus on the requirements for boys of Cub Scout age. BALOO training gives each trainee information on equipment, health and safety, first aid, campfires, locating campsites, outdoor cooking, and much more.

Completion of BALOO training is required for Cub Scout leaders to be qualified to sign a BSA Tour Permit.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training focuses on teaching the new Webelos Leader how to prepare for, plan and run a quality outdoor event for Webelos aged Scouts. Conducted in an outdoor environment, the course can be either an all day event or may include an overnight campout. Webelos Leader Outdoor Training builds on information taught in BALOO and gives more detained information on equipment, health and safety, first aid, campfires, locating campsites, outdoor cooking, and much more.

Completion of Webelos Leader Outdoor Training is a requirement for Cub Scout leaders to earn the Webelos Den Leader Award.

Webelos Leader Outdoor Training usually takes place annually.

Cub Scout POW WOW

WOW! only begins to describe Cub Scout POW WOW. POW WOW is a fun-filled day of learning new and specific information that you can immediately bring back and use in the operation of your den and pack. POW WOW features a variety of one and two hour classes and topics from which to choose. At POW WOW you will be able to register for subjects like Cub Cooking, neckerchief slides, nature crafts, woodcarving, leatherwork, songs, Blue and Gold creations, Cubmaster workshop, and many more! Join the learning and join the fun at Cub Scout POW WOW!

POW WOW is a multi-council training event that takes place annually during the Winter.