Den Chiefs Handbook 

 

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Job Description:
The den chief is an older, experienced Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer who has been a Boy Scout (preferably a former Cub Scout; ideally at least First Class rank but not required), who is selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach, or Venturing Advisor at the request of the Cubmaster.  The den chief is approved by the Cubmaster and pack committee for recommendation to the den leader. The den chief is registered as a youth member of a troop, team, or crew.

 

If you are a Scout who is interested in becoming a den chief, you first should talk to your Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach or Venturing Advisor.  If neither they or you know of a pack who needs a den chief and you live in Fayette County, Georgia, your adult leaders should contact the Sepohayetv District Staff for assistance.

KNOW

These are the things you need to know and do as the den chief:

 

Report to:

  • The den leader for your tasks to support den and pack activities

  • Unit Leader (troop, crew or team) for advancement counseling

  • Den and unit leader to approve Den Chief Service Award participation

Key Knowledge:

Den Chief training is a meeting of den chiefs and prospective den chiefs on a council, district or single-pack basis. It is planned and operated by council or district trainers or adult leaders who are familiar with Cub Scouting. Den Chief training is intended to build more enthusiasm, to develop higher morale among den chiefs, and to provide the tools a new den chief will need to be successful.

Insignia of Office:

The Cub Scout Pack Cubmaster presents the den chief with the den chief cord, usually at a Pack Meeting in an appropriate ceremony.

Cub Scout

Den Chief

Scout wears this over his left shoulder only while he is a Cub Scout Den Chief

  Webelos

Den Chief

Scout wears this over his left shoulder only while he is a Webelos Den Chief

Den Chief

Service Award

Scout wears this special cord only if he earned it as Den Chief

 

DO

When you accept the position of den chief, you agree to provide service and leadership to your den and pack, as well as remain active in your troop, crew or team. You are a member of a leadership team which include the den leader, assistant den leader, and the denner. No doubt you will take this responsibility seriously, but you will also find it fun and rewarding.   Your duties will vary based on the den level. 

 

Cub Scout Den Chief duties:

 

                Be the Activities Assistant

  • Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings

    • Lead Games

    • Lead stunts and skits

    • Lead songs

    • Lead sports and physical fitness activities

                Set a Good Example

  • Set a good example through attitude

    • Scouting Spirit

    • Follow the Cub Scout Promise

    • Follow the Law of the Pack

  • Set a good example through proper wearing of the uniform

                Take Part in Den Meetings

  • Help lead weekly Cub Scout den meetings.  (see plan outline)

    • Gathering Period - Helps teach boys tricks, puzzles, games, while den leader is busy checking attendance and collecting dues, activities could be related to the monthly theme or activity badge

    • Opening - Helps organize boys and get them ready for the more serious part of the den meeting and the opening ceremony, hold a uniform inspection 

    • Business - Contribute ideas for theme activities, service projects, trips, etc...

    • Activities - Leading boys in games, songs, craft projects.

    • Closing - Helps restore order and quiet for closing ceremony, help make announcements

    • After Meeting - Planning for next meeting - obtain specific responsibilities and tasks from den leader

  • Help the denner and assistant denner to be leaders

  • Help Cub Scouts achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting

                Assist with the Pack Meeting Program

  • Help the den in its part of the monthly pack meeting

    • Help den leader set up displays

    • Help get the boys organized and seated

    • Help den leader during stunts or skit time

    • Helps with applause stunts and audience participations

    • Helps with den yell or song - or activity badge demonstration

    • Helps den leader maintain good behavior from Cub Scouts

    • Helps remove displays at end of pack meeting

    • Helps return pack meeting room to order

                Be a Friend

  • The Den Chief is what every Cub Scout and Webelos Scout wants to be: a Boy Scout.  You are the guy they’d like to follow and be like.

  • Be a friend to the boys in the den

  • Encourage Cub Scouts to become Webelos Scouts when they are eligible

                Meet with Adult Leaders

  • Meet regularly with the den leader to review den and pack meeting plans

  • Meet as needed with adult members of the den, pack, and troop

Webelos Den Chief duties:

 

                Be the Activities Assistant

  • Serve as the activities assistant at den meetings

    • Lead Games

    • Lead stunts and skits

    • Lead songs

    • Lead sports and physical fitness activities

  • Help with Webelos overnight campouts and other outdoor experiences
  • Help with joint Webelos Scout-Boy Scout activities

                Set a Good Example

  • Set a good example through attitude

    • Scouting Spirit

    • Follow the Cub Scout Promise

    • Follow the Law of the Pack

  • Help Webelos understand what it means to be a Boy Scout

    • Boy Scout Oath or Promise

    • 12 points of the Scout Law

    • Scout motto, slogan, sign, salute, and handshake

  • Set a good example through proper wearing of the uniform

                Take Part in Webelos Den Meetings

  • Help lead weekly Webelos den meetings.  (see plan outline)

    • Gathering Period - Helps teach boys tricks, puzzles, games, while den leader is busy checking attendance and collecting dues, activities could be related to the monthly theme or activity badge

    • Opening - Helps organize boys and get them ready for the more serious part of the den meeting and the opening ceremony, hold a uniform inspection 

    • Business - Contribute ideas for theme activities, service projects, trips, planning campouts, etc...

    • Activities - Leading boys in games, songs, craft projects.

    • Closing - Helps restore order and quiet for closing ceremony, help make announcements

    • After Meeting - Planning for next meeting - obtain specific responsibilities and tasks from den leader

  • Help the Webelos denner and assistant denner to be leaders

  • Help Webelos achieve the Webelos Award and Arrow of Light

  • Help Webelos Scouts in their work with activity badge counselors

                Assist with the Pack Meeting Program

  • Help the Webelos den in its part of the monthly pack meeting

    • Help den leader set up displays

    • Help get the boys organized and seated

    • Help den leader during stunts or skit time

    • Helps with applause stunts and audience participations

    • Helps with den yell or song - or activity badge demonstration

    • Helps den leader maintain good behavior from Cub Scouts

    • Helps remove displays at end of pack meeting

    • Helps return pack meeting room to order

                Be a Friend

  • Be a friend to the boys in the den

  • Encourage Cub Scouts to become Webelos Scouts when they are eligible

                Meet with Adult Leaders

  • Meet regularly with the Webelos den leader to review den and pack meeting plans

  • Meet as needed with adult members of the den, pack, and troop

  • Maintain contact with the Assistant Scoutmaster working with den chiefs
  • Help the Assistant Scoutmaster and Cubmaster in planning graduation ceremonies for Webelos Scouts

Den Chief Resources

 

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