Cubcast
Cubcast is an audio podcast featuring a variety of how-to and information topics for Cub Scouting leaders and parents. Click the RSS icon to the left for the subscription URL, or download individual episodes below.
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Seeds of Kindness, Popcorn Sales - October 2008
Fall has fallen and we’re spreading “Seeds of Kindness” on the October 2008 Cubcast. Hear some great ideas for November’s theme on acts of kindness the boys can perform in the spirit of the coming holiday season. Plus, discover great ways to ensure the success of your fall popcorn sale! No mp3 player or iPod needed to listen. Just click on the file and let it play!
Adventures in Books, Peer to Peer Cub Scout Recruiting - September 2008
Get a jump on October’s Cub Scout theme of Adventures in Books by listening to this podcast, chockfull of tips for activities and actions to make the theme come alive for your boys! And we’ll take an in depth look at peer-to-peer recruiting, one of the most effective ways to bring new youth into the Scouting movement.
New Buddies, New Boy Events - August 2008
The August Cubcast features ideas for activities related to September’s New Buddies theme, and we’ll also take an in-depth look at New Boy Events, which will come in handy during the upcoming fall recruiting season.
S'More Summer Fun, Cub Scout Fall Recruiting - July 2008
S'More Summer Fun is just around the corner! Download July's Cubcast to hear super ideas for August theme activities. Plus, hear an insightful overview on preparing for the fall recruiting season. Just click the Cubcast thumbnail picture to access the podcast. No mp3 player needed!
H2OHHH!, Internet Safety - June 2008
Dive right in to our June 2008 Cubcast as we explore ways to make a splash with July's theme of H2OHHH! We talk with Michelle Gee, Cub Scout training chair for the Last Frontier Council in Oklahoma City, on ways to tie advancement to the theme and how to reinforce the month's highlighted core values. This month's issue interview covers Internet safety with Linda Criddle, whose book, Look Both Ways, uses real-life examples to explain Internet safety risks and gives simple and practical advice on avoiding those risks.
Go for the Gold, Roundtable Meetings - May 2008
Our May 2008 Cubcast features great ideas on how to integrate June’s “Go for the Gold” theme into your den meetings with Mick Yonkus, assistant Cubmaster for Pack 1152 in the Detroit Area Council. And we’ll visit with Christina Gables, troop committee chair for Troop 400 of the Western Los Angeles Council; she’s the volunteer who literally wrote the book on roundtable, and she’s got insights galore on the value of roundtable meetings. Plus, we have timely summer reminders.
Leaf It to Cubs, Youth Protection - April 2008
Spring has sprung and April’s Cubcast features ideas for getting outside with the boys to experience Leaf It to Cubs, the theme for May. And since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month and BSA’s Youth Protection and Personal Safety Awareness Month, we’ll be talking about youth protection and the timely release of a brand-new DVD resource on the topic.
Abracadabra, Bullying - March 2008
Now you see it, now you don’t! But you can always hear it on March’s Cubcast, as we discuss ways to enhance the April theme of Abracadabra with Toni Welch, an experienced Cubmaster trainer. Plus, get some sound advice on how to deal with bullies from Dr. Carol Watkins, who is board certified in child psychiatry.
Litter to Glitter, Academics and Sports - February 2008
February’s podcast covers the March Cub Scout theme of Litter to Glitter. Get great ideas for how to implement the theme from Ray Alverson, an assistant council commissioner in the Houston area. Then learn the details of the Academics and Sports program from Bruce Hopper, a Cubmaster and District Committee Chair for the Mohican Council in central Massachusetts.
Chinese New Year, Anniversary Month - January 2008
Caren Tamkin, a Unit Commissioner in California, has some fun and insightful tips and observations about February’s Chinese New Year theme. Then Jamie Shearer, Associate Director for the Cub Scout Division at the National Council, sheds some light on Anniversary Month, including ways to help engage your Cub Scouts for Scout Sabbath and Scout Sunday, featuring special guests Rabbi Peter Hyman and Father Don Hummel.
Cub Scout Car Show, Religious Emblem Program - December 2007
Cheri Pepka, mother of two Eagle Scouts, wheels out some great ideas for January's Cub Scout Car Show activities. Then Mark Hazelwood, who teaches a course on religious emblems at the Boy Scout training facility in Philmont, NM, brings us up to date on the religious emblem program.
Celebrations Around the World Theme, Cub Scout Program Update - November 2007
Cheri Pepka, Chair of the Cub Scout Program Helps Task Force, generates some super ideas for December's Celebrations Around the World theme. And Sam Thompson, Director of the Cub Scout Division for the National Council, steps into the studio to talk about the state of Cub Scouting in America. Plus, earn a chance to win a Den Meeting in a Box!
Indian Nations, Second Chance Recruiting - October 2007
Caren Tamkin, a Unit Commissioner in California, shares great ideas for celebrating November's Indian Nations theme. Bruce Mikkelson, Scout Executive in Weston, Wisconsin, offers insights for Second Chance Recruiting. Plus we're giving away 50 free subscriptions to Boys' Life magazine!
Down on the Farm, Cub Scout Leader Training - September 2007
Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, leads us through October theme activities for Down on the Farm. Ted Rohling, Vice President for Training at the Alamo Area Council, sheds some light on Cub Scout leader training. And Pedro's back with another groaner.
Cub Scout Express, School Night for Scouting, Roundup Campaign Resources, Free Switchback 2 Pants Contest - August 2007
Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, has good ideas for September's Cub Scout Express activities. Mike Palmer, Council Commissioner for the Jersey Shore Council, joins us to talk about Roundup Campaign Resources. And, we're giving away free pairs of the brand new Switchback 2 Cub Scout pants. Download the August Cubcast for details!
Century of Scouting, Summer Activity Safety Tips - July 2007
Sakiko Wehrman, Santa Clara County Council District Cub Scout Roundtable Commissioner, offers tips for August Century of Scouting activities. Steve Johnson, San Gabriel Valley Council Cub Scout Training Chairman, gives us some solid safety ideas for ensuring an incident-free summer. Plus, a surprise visit from Pedro, the Boys' Life mail burro!
Rocket's Red Glare, Youth Protection Program - June 2007
Kim Barker, Chairman of Themes Task Force, discusses activities for July's "Rocket's Red Glare" theme. John Patterson, consultant to BSA on Youth Protection, speaks about the new YP video release and how to use it effectively with the kids.
Wheel into Summer, Annual Planning Conference - May 2007
Kim Barker, Chairman of Themes Task Force, outlines activities for the June theme, "Wheel into Summer." Jamie Shearer, Assoc. Nat'l Director of Cub Scouting, gives an overview of the Annual Planning Conference for volunteers and parents.
Cubs & Bugs Galore, Camping Talk, Nat'l Summertime Pack Award - April 2007
Kim Barker, Chairman of the Themes Task Force, outlines activities for the May theme of "Cubs and Bugs Galore." Dennis Kampa, author of the Baloo Camping Guide, shares insights on camping. Jamie Shearer, Assoc. Nat'l Director of Cub Scouting, explains the purpose and criteria for earning the Nat'l Summertime pack award.