Make Your Pack and Dens Great by Attending Akela's Council for the Best Cub Scout Leader Training Anywhere!
What Is Akela's Council? This is an exciting 4 1/2 day Cub Scout Leader Training for those who have completed the Leader Basic Training. This fast-paced and inspiring training covers den doodles, den yells, relationships, Cub Scout forms, resources, Sports/Academic program, skits, puppets, charter renewal, BSA policies, OWL training for Webelos Leaders, insignia, Webelos Outdoor Experience, Cub Scouts with disabilities and much more.
When and where does it happen?
In 2012, Akela's Council will be held twice:
- Frandsen Scout Ranch (located at Scofield Reservoir) on July 24-28, 2012, and
- Tifie Scout Camp at Mountain Dell (near Mount Pleasant) on September 11-15, 2012.
How do you apply?
Click Here to Apply Online. You can also print and fill out the Akela's Council Registration Form, enclose a check or money order for the $65.00 required deposit or the full $115.00 fee, and send directly to:
Boy Scouts of America 748 North 1340 West
Orem UT 84057
Partial scholarships may be available. Contact your district Cub Scout Trainer or call Council Services at (801) 437-6222 for more information. All fees are due 30 days prior to the course. There will be no refunds issued after the course begins.
Qualifications
1. Be registered with the Boy Scouts of America.2. Complete Cub Scout Leader Basic Training before course.
3. Provide the completed Annual Health and Medical Record (parts A, B, and C) at check-in.
Here is some additional information about Akela's Council...
This year, Utah National Parks Council will be putting on their 28th and 29th sessions of Akela's Council. It will give you twice the opportunities to attend. Akela's Council was started in 1987, this is the 26th year this training has been held. Akela's Council is a 4 1/2 day training. There will be 2 sessions next year. July 24-28, 2012 at Frandsen Scout Ranch and September 11-15, 2012 at Tifie Scout Camp. Akela's Council is similar to Woodbadge, but specifically and perfect for Cub Scout Leaders. Please try to attend, and encourage your Cub Scout Leaders to attend this training. Remember... a good Cub Scout Leader is a well trained Cub Scout Leader. Attached is a paper application for the course with more information.
Here is a link to a 3-4 minute video about Akela's Council.
Here are the top 50 items you will learn at Akela's Council:
- Flag Etiquette
- Respect
- Family Involvement
- Ceremonies
- Uniforms & Insignia
- Elements of a Den Meeting
- Pinewood Derby's, Paper Rockets, Raingutter Regatta's
- Cub Anapolis
- Patriotism
- Pack Meeting Planning
- Crafts
- Genius Kits
- Conservation Awareness
- Cubs in the Kitchen
- Communicating with Parents
- Positive Attitudes
- Cub Leader Book
- Games & Teaching Ideas
- Den Doodles
- Communications
- Keys to a Successful Pack
- Round Table Instruction
- Positive Value Emphasis
- Enjoying Nature
- Pack Meetings
- Gathering Activities
- Working as a Team
- Attitudes & Skills
- District Leader Training
- Skits & Puppets
- Webelos Ree Outdoors
- Talking Feather
- Flag Ceremonies
- Den Flags
- Treasure Hunts
- Denners & Asst. Denners
- Den Chiefs
- New Program Information
- Leader Appreciation
- Campfire Etiquette
- Special Events
- Costuming
- BSA Structure
- Observing Nature
- Take a Hike
- Outdoor Code
- Listening to Nature
- Uniform Inspections
- Blue & Gold Banquet
- Cub Scout Songs
If anyone has any questions on Akela's Council, you are welcome to:
or
Call Utah National Parks Council Services at 801-437-6222
or
Call VaLayne Ostler 801-763-0377
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