CUB WORLD PLANNING AND PROGRAM GUIDE
CUB WORLD PLANNINGAND PROGRAM GUIDE
AcknowledgmentsSpecial thanks to the following volunteers and professionals for their tireless efforts to make thispublication possible: Mary Kate Akkola, Elaine Francis, Ruby Starr, John Stewart, Mike Swofford,Katy Withers, and their fearless leaders Pat and Jack Sheen.Thanks to all of you for your time and love of the Boy Scouts of America.1
Cub World Planning and Program GuideCUB WORLDSWhere Imagination and Values Build Character2
CONTENTSCub World Overview . Page 4The Purpose of the Cub World Planning and Program GuideFitting the Goals of the BSA and the Cub Scouting ProgramWhat is a Cub World?Cub World Features/Activity AreasPermanent StructuresActivity VenuesRemovable FacadesAdvantages of a Cub WorldDeveloping a Cub World .Page 9Development of a Cub WorldConsiderationsPlanningFour Basic Planning StepsPlanning Resource: Design and Development TeamCub World Construction .Page 13Local Building AgenciesGroundbreaking CeremonyHelp From VolunteersDocumentationRibbon-Cutting CeremonyFacility Maintenance Page 14The Facility Maintenance PlanWho Writes the Facility Maintenance Plan?What Does the Facility Maintenance Plan Include?DocumentationCub World Promotion . Page 18Camp PromotionPromotional VehiclesUpdate Your ProgramCub World Program . .Page 21Objectives of the Cub World ProgramConsider the Needs and Interests of Young BoysCub Scout Outdoor ProgramOff-Season UsageThemes and Core ValuesProgram ConsiderationsCub World Personnel/StaffingAdult Leaders and ParentsThematic Ideas: Concepts for Themes at Cub Worlds .Page 30Themes and Core ValuesIncorporating Themes in Activity AreasIdeas for Changing Program Center ThemesAppendix A: Thematic Ideas Charts.Page 32Appendix B: Cub Scout Character Development: Ideas for Connecting Core Values With Outdoor Activities3
CUB WORLD OVERVIEWThe Purpose of the Cub World Planningand Program GuideThis guide has been developed to do the following:1. Encourage and provide basic information andresources to councils that are consideringestablishing a Cub World.2.Suggest ways to keep an existing Cub Worldalive and exciting through good financialplanning, facility maintenance, promotion,programming, and thematic usage. Executive board of directors who develop a longrange council strategic plan that encompasses aquality outdoor program with a Cub Worldcomponent and then formally approve and adoptthe plan. Executive committees that plan the overalloperation of the local council and establish theleadership of standing committees dedicated toimproving the council’s outdoor program. Vice presidents of the program who arededicated to administering quality outdoorprogram experiences that uphold the aims ofScouting. The vice president of program is aprinciple overseer of the operation of the CubWorld with quality programs for Cub Scouts andfor other groups. Cub World administrative and program directorswho are responsible for the program experiencedby the youth and adults who participate in eventsat the Cub World.How does the creation of a Cub World and itsprogram fit into the goals of the Boy Scouts ofAmerica and the Cub Scouting program?The Mission and Aims of the Boy Scoutsof AmericaThe mission of the Boy Scouts of America is toprepare young people to make ethical and moralchoices over their lifetimes by instilling in them thevalues of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.Therefore, the Cub World Planning and ProgramGuide will be of particular interest to volunteers andprofessional Scouters at every level of counciladministration. Notably:Scout executives whose responsibilitiesencompass all facets of the local Boy Scoutingactivities. Information is provided for decisionmaking on the benefits of a Cub World,financing, capital campaigns, planning,construction, maintenance, and programmaticuse of the Cub World. Assistance with many ofthese key tasks is available from the BSAnational office.Cub World planning committees who establishthe mission and scope of a Cub World as anintegral part of the BSA outdoor experience.Fitting the Goals of the BSAand the Cub Scouting ProgramHaving stated the purpose of the Cub World Planningand Program Guide, the concepts herein are directedtoward local councils interested in the benefits of asuperior outdoor program for Cub Scouts. Thecouncil fulfills its promise of outdoor adventure withattainable goals of advancement, increasedmembership, and retention. This statement also encompasses the values of theCub Scout ideals. To accomplish its mission, theBSA has developed an educational program for boysand young adults to meet three basic aims: To build desirable qualities of character To train in the responsibilities of participatingcitizenship To develop personal fitnessThe Purposes of Cub ScoutingCub Scouting is a year-round, family-oriented BSAprogram designed for boys who are in first throughfifth grades (or are 7 through 10 years of age).Parents, leaders, and organizations work together toachieve the 10 purposes of Cub Scouting: Character development Spiritual growth Good citizenship Sportsmanship and fitness Family understanding Respectful relationships Personal achievement Friendly service Fun and adventure Preparation for Boy Scouting4
his family join Cub Scouting, they join anorganization that values the fun and excitement ofexperiencing the outdoors. The outdoor setting is aunique way to fulfill the promise made to our CubScouts and to deliver the mission and aims of the BoyScouts of America, the purposes of Cub Scouting,and to develop the positive qualities in CubScouting’s 12 Core Values.Character DevelopmentSince its origin, the BSA program has been aneducational experience concerned with values andcharacter. Character development should extend intoevery aspect of a boy’s life, including Cub Scouting.Scouting teaches values to boys and helps themdevelop character. An outdoor setting providesleaders and parents a great opportunity to teachvalues. Cub Scouting is a character-building programthat embraces the following 12 Core Values:The Cub and Webelos camping program representsthe first steps in the evolution of the Scout fromnovice to explorer. To make the experience enjoyableand successful, the program should reflect theevolution of skills and the developmental stage of thechild: family/day camp for Tigers Cub and CubScouts, and two- or three-day resident camp forWebelos Scouts.1. Citizenship: Contributing service and showingresponsibility to local, state, and nationalcommunities.2. Compassion: Being kind and considerate, andshowing concern for the well-being of others.7. Honesty: Telling the truth and being worthy oftrust.Cub Scouts and their families enjoy outdoor dayactivities such as hikes, picnics, field trips, sports,service projects, and nature and conservationexperiences. The Cub Scout outdoor program alsoincludes camping program features such as Webelosden overnight camping, pack overnight camping, daycamp, resident camp, council-organized familycamping, and Webelos-ree. The ideal method ofcamping for Cub Scouts involves parent/guardiansand the pack. Good planning using Cub Scoutingguidelines should ensure a positive experience andensure that all activities are appropriate for the targetage group and are parent/youth or family oriented.Cub World provides an excellent venue for theoutdoor program and Cub Scout campingopportunities.8. Perseverance: Sticking with something and notgiving up, even if it is difficult.Outdoor Program References3. Cooperation: Being helpful and working togetherwith others toward a common goal.4. Courage: Being brave and doing what is rightregardless of our fears, the difficulties, or theconsequences.5. Faith: Having inner strength or confidence basedon our trust in God.6. Health and Fitness: Being personally committedto keeping our minds and bodies clean and fit.9. Positive Attitude: Being cheerful and setting ourminds to look for and find the best in all situations. Cub Scout Outdoor Program Options chart(shown below): Cub Scout campingopportunities for Tiger Cubs, Wolf and Bear CubScouts, Webelos Scouts, and their parents andleaders. Guide to Safe Scouting, No. 34416: Includes theAge-Appropriate Guidelines for ScoutingActivities chart. This publication is updatedannually and is available online .aspx. Camping and Outdoor Program CommitteeGuide, No. 34786: This publication brings focusto program planning, market assessment, andfacilities.10. Resourcefulness: Using human resources andother resources to their fullest.11. Respect: Showing regard for the worth ofsomeone or something.12. Responsibility: Fulfilling our duty to God,country, other people, and ourselves.Outdoor Program for Cub Scouts and FamiliesBoys want to be outdoors. They desire fun,excitement, and adventure. Going outdoors is one ofthe most exciting parts of Scouting. When a boy and5
Cub Scout Outdoor Program OptionsType of CampCub Scout daycampWho Attends?Tiger Cubs andadult partners, Wolfand Bear CubScouts, WebelosScoutsSite Approval byReferenceLocal councilCub Scout Day CampAdministration Guide,No. 430-338; Day campstandards, No. 430-109Primary LeadersCamp director andprogram directorCamp director andprogram directorCamp director trained inNational Camping SchoolManagement or ResidentCamp Administrationsection; program directortrained in Program Directoror Resident CampAdministration section ofNational Camping SchoolPack leader trained inBALOO (Basic AdultLeader OutdoorOrientation), which isconducted by the localcouncil or district trainingteamCub Scoutresident campWolf and Bear CubScouts, WebelosScoutsLocal councilResident Camping forCub Scouting,No. 13-33814; NationalStandards for CubScout/BoyScout/VenturingResident Camps,No. 430-111PackovernightersTiger Cubs andadult partners, Wolfand Bear CubScouts, WebelosScouts, parents(siblings, if there isa separate programfor them)Local council(See the PackOvernighter SiteApproval Form,No. 13-508.) Anestablishedcampgroundshould be used.BALOO, No. 34162;Pack Overnighter SiteApproval Form,No. 13-508Pack leaders andparentsWebelos denovernightcampoutsWebelos Scouts andparent(s) as densLocal councilOutdoor Leader Skillsfor Webelos Leaders,No. 513-366Webelos den leaderand parentsWebelos-ReeWebelos Scouts andparent(s) as densLocal councilCouncil- ordistrictorganizedfamily campEntire families orparent(s)/sons(More than onepack attends.)Local councilCouncil or districtleadersNational Standards forCouncil-OrganizedFamily Camps, No.430-4086Leader TrainingCamp director and programdirector trained in NationalCamping School Cub Scoutday camp administrationCouncil or district onsite family campdirector (could be thecouncil family campadministrator)Webelos den leader trainedin Outdoor Leader Skills forWebelos Leaders, which isconducted by the district orcouncil training teamWebelos den leader trainedin Outdoor Leader Skills forWebelos Leaders, which isconducted by the district orcouncil training teamFamily camp administratortrained in National CampingSchool resident campmanagement; on-site familycamp director trained byfamily camp administrator
What Is a Cub World?Cub World Features/Activity AreasA Cub World is a special place for Cub Scouts to goand have an outdoor adventure. It is a councilcamping facility where Cub Scouting themes andboys’ imaginations come alive. Imagine a boystanding in awe before a medieval castle withbanners flying from the parapets. Area leadersdressed in period costume step out to greet him andguide him over the moat and through the castle gatesinto the interior. All around the inside walls, he seesactivity stations for juggling, jousting, makingheraldic shields, forging a knight’s sword, and beingknighted by the king. For a Cub Scout–age boy, itcan’t get any better than that. That is a Cub World!A thematic feature is a structure constructed to be aspecific theme item, for example, a western fort.Within each theme-oriented area, the Cub Scouts,leaders, and parents enjoy the activities planned forthat feature. The objective of a Cub World facility is toprovide Cub Scouts, parents, and leaders anexciting and memorable thematic adventure. A Cub World can be a small area with onethematic structure, or it may be much larger withdifferent thematic areas. A local council may opt to reserve a portion of acamping property or designate an entire propertyfor the construction of a Cub World. The thematic structures are essentially theprogram areas for the boys. The Cub World also includes support areas suchas camping or sleeping sites, kitchen and diningareas, restroom and shower facilities, and all ofthe other amenities (including current AmericansWith Disabilities Act recommendations)necessary to meet BSA national campingstandards. Another facet of the Cub World is the staffingneeded for administration, program, and facilitiesmaintenance. Staffing will be dependent uponthe frequency and types of usage. The Cub World facility supports district andcouncil Cub Scout/Webelos Scout campingprogram features such as day camp, residentcamp, family camp, and Webelos-ree. The Cub World also serves the pack’s outdoorprogram activities such as day activities,Webelos den overnighters, and pack overnightcampouts.Permanent StructuresCub World features are usually permanent structureswhere a boy can become immersed in the thematicprogram idea. A Cub World may have one or morefeatures, and structures might include the following: Fort or stockade Ship with a tall mast Castle with parapets Mine entrance with short tunnels Miners’ cabin Tepee/Indian village Frontier/Western town Train car (caboose, coach, boxcar) Train station Rocket ship or space stationActivity VenuesA venue is simply a place where the child and parentgo to receive program and to have fun! A venue canbe as simple as an open field for sports and games, orstructured like a fort. The design focus should be onwhat activities happen in the venue. The activitiesdrive the physical shape, size, and complexity of thestructure.Removable FacadesAnother consideration, instead of building permanentfeature structures, is to use general structures, such aspicnic pavilions and nondescript buildings that can bedesigned to have changeable facades to accommodatea variety of themes.Every camp has an area (or areas) used for an activitystation. This is usually a concrete pad with postssupporting a roof. It may be more substantial withsiding and doors and possibly a metal-frame structurewith removable side panels for ventilation, much likea kiosk or pavilion. At a minimum, it may be atemporary device, such as a carport with alightweight metal post or a shade canopy.7
These activity-area structures can be made to looklike thematic centerpieces of a Cub World with alittle camouflaging magic. Develop and prepareremovable facades, or panels, with attachments thatcan be hung again on the frame of the activitystructure. The panels can be made from wood,canvas, cloth, or vinyl and can be painted anddecorated to look like masonry/stone work for acastle, logs for a stockade or cabin, planks for a ship,or tent sides for a circus theme. Hang the panels ofthe motif of choice and the structure becomes thecenterpiece of a boy’s imagination. Add flags,banners, heraldic shields, or hitching posts forexterior decorative details. Interior decorations can beadded by a creative staff to enhance the effect.Contact a local artist’s group, art school, or theatricalprop group for help with designing the facades anddecorations. Attractive to families. Support areas make theentire facility very attractive to boys and theirfamilies. These include kitchens and diningfacilities, showers and restrooms, campsites,tenting or dormitories, a first-aid station, atrading post, a snack bar, and ample parking Increased membership retention. Cub Scouts,parents, and leaders will stay in the programlonger as the result of a successful Cub Worldexperience. Participants leave camp eager for thenext Scouting activity. Recruitment tool. Enthusiastic boys and adultswill leave camp and tell everyone about theirgreat adventure. This personal communication toothers of their positive outdoor experiences is agreat recruiting tool. General Scouting usage. Although thefacility may be designed for Cub Scoutcamping, it can also be used for otherScouting purposes such as council anddistrict trainings, picnics, and reunions. Itwould be an excellent site for Order of theArrow, Boy Scout troop, and Venturingcrew activities. Non-Scouting usage. Usage by nonScouting groups, such as schools, familyreunions, weddings, receptions, youthprograms, religious groups, and communityorganizations, provide fees that are an extrabonus. Financial benefit. A successful Cub Worldwill provide long-term financial benefits tothe council versus a considerable capitalinvestment. Properly assessed fees andmaximum usage of the facility will generateenough income to financially support thecamp with a positive profit margin.Storage and maintenance of the rolled or stackedpanels for the various themes should be planned sothat the themes can be used on a rotating basis.Advantages of a Cub WorldAn established Cub World serves the council, itsdistricts, and its units in many ways, including thefollowing: Cub Scout program facility. The Cub Worldprovides a facility for pack, district, and councilCub Scout outdoor program activities. Increased outdoor program opportunities.The Cub World provides greater opportunitiesfor boys to participate in a superior outdoorprogram. Advancement opportunities. Advancement isthe result of an exciting, well-planned program.Cub World is an excellent venue foradvancement opportunities. Theme and program features. The thematicfeatures are capable of carrying a programmatictheme to a different and higher level. Boys canlive in the past, present, and future simply bybeing carried away by imagination. The types offacilities a camp provides will heighten andamplify the boys’ imaginations. Themes comealive at a Cub World.8
DEVELOPING A CUB WORLDDevelopment of a Cub WorldIs your council thinking about creating a Cub World?A council’s consideration to include in its long-rangestrategic plan the development of a Cub Worldfacility or the expansion of an existing Cub Worldfacility is governed by many factors. Generally, atask force is charged with the responsibility ofgathering the information needed to make anappropriate decision for the council. The Cub Worldtask force may consist of a task force manager andcommittee members with subcommittees created foreach of the planning elements. The area available. Is there area available oncamp property or other council property? Is therearea for campsites by the Cub World features? Isthere an area to expand an existing Cub World?Will the acquisition of new property be needed? Usage. Remember usage versus dollarinvestment! A Cub World should not sit idle.What will the Cub World facility be used for?When will it be available for use? Will it beyear-round or just seasonally in warm weather?Who will be using the facility? A Cub World isdeveloped for the Cub Scouting program, butwhat other Scout groups may want to use it?Consider outside usage by the communityorganizations, such as schools, religiousorganizations, service groups, sports teams, etc.ConsiderationsThe decision-making process includes considerationof several of the following factors: Council needs. Evaluate the Cub Scout outdoorand camping program in the council. Do theboys and their families have ample opportunityto participate in council outdoor activities? Isthere a need for a Cub World facility to enhanceand expand the program?
camp Tiger Cubs and adult partners, Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts Local council Cub Scout Day Camp Administration Guide, No. 430-338; Day camp standards, No. 430-109 Camp director and program director Camp director and program director trained in National Camping School Cub Scout day camp administration Cub Scout resident camp Wolf and Bear Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts Local council .
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