Pine Tree Council
UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING
Saturday, March 11, 2017Freeport High School
Catalog of Courses
Welcome to the University of Scouting
Dear Fellow Scouters:
On behalf of the Pine Tree Council, we would like welcome you back to the University of Scouting! March 2017 will mark the 14th year of the University of Scouting and we are very excited to once again offer you so many great courses. If you are new to the UoS, you’ll see why this event creates so much Scouting excitement and has become the largest gathering of adult Scouters in our council. University is “beyond the basics” supplemental training, we hope you will gain much better insight into the world's most valuable youth programs and have a whole lot of fun doing it! This is also a fantastic opportunity to network with other scouters in the Pine Tree Council. Don’t forget to take time to browse the Scouting showcase for information and ideas for your next Scouting outing.
We want to thank the many volunteers who have given of themselves to organize, teach and lead this event. We are grateful for our cadre of the finest Scouting volunteer and professional staff instructors BSA has to offer. These instructors were selected for their knowledge and experience and also for their creativity, enthusiasm and love for the program. It is their dedication and commitment that will make this event so magnificent.
Please find tools to complete your registration for this event in the back of the catalog or register online at Although our courses are classified by BSA program (Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, etc.), you are more than welcome and encouraged to enroll in any course offered. Be sure to take advantage of the early registration discount by registering right away!
It is your participation that makes Scouting programs such a valuable experience for our youth! Thank you.
Sherry LordEric Tarbox
University PresidentCouncil Scout Executive
2017 University of ScoutingPine Tree Council, BSA
2017 Steering CommitteeUniversity President
Sherry Lord
207-251-8261 / University Staff Adviser
Athena Mann
207-797-5252 x34
Dean of Cub Scouting
Bill Kiley
207-604-8208 / Dean of Boy Scouting
Rick Raynes
/ Dean of General Studies
Leo DeLima
207-423-6916 / Dean of Commissioner Studies
Lynne Teague
207-400-7785
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Dean of Venturing
Jody Hart
207-608-1894 / Dean of OA Studies
Peter Cusack
/ Past President
Jim Thomas
207-632-1114
Registrar
Paul Hallee
/ Scouting Showcase
Steve Lunn
/ Facilities
Tom Morris
/ PR/Catalog
Matt Dubois
What’s Happening in 2017...
The Scouting ShowcaseContinue your education through the Scouting Showcase, which will include a wide variety of Scouting and community related displays, program materials, high-adventure and camping programs as well as valuable resources to help bring excellence to your unit’s program. The Showcase opens at8 a.m.and will be open through periods 1,2, 3, lunch and period 4, so come on over and take home some great ideas for your Scouting program!
We have an impressive line-up of organizations throughout our council that will be showing displays and resources that you can use in your Scouting program.
If you would like a booth at the 2017 University of Scouting, please complete the Showcase Request Form on page 14 or contact Steve Lunn at . / Youth Leadership Institute
Boy Scouts, Venturers and Explorers 14 years old and older are welcome and encouraged to attend the 2017 University of Scouting! From annual planning, to Eagle advancement help, to camping and outdoor skill instruction, the University is the place for older scouts to continue to develop their knowledge and leadership skills.
Youth participants should select five classes from those marked with the icon. Service to others is an important component of leadership, so Youth Leadership Institute participants will also assist with serving lunch and end of day clean-up.
On your registration form, fill in your 5 class choices, and write ‘Service’ in either period 3 or 6. Make sure you check the box for the reduced registration fee of $10 for youth participants.
Pine Tree Scout Shop
The Pine Tree Scout Shop will be at the University of Scouting to provide you with additional resources to complement these great courses! Don’t forget to stop by and check out all the great “Scout Stuff” we have to offer to bring your University of Scouting experience back to your unit!
/ Madockawanda Lodge Store
Order of the Arrow members! Visit the Madockawanda Lodge Store at the University of Scouting to get the latest lodge and OA gear! Don’t miss this opportunity to pick up the latest lodge and OA merchandise (and a great place to pay your membership dues).
2017 University of Scouting Courses
For course descriptions, see pages 5-10
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College of
Cub Scouting
(open to all) / CS01
Lion Cub Program / CS02
Cub Scout Cuisine* / CS03
Webelos & the Patrol Method* / CS04
Let the Games Begin* / CS05
Managing Pack/Den Challenges / CS06
Succession Planning for
the Pack
CS11
Cub Scout to Boy Scout Transition* / CS12
Knots Cubs
Can Do!* / CS13
Pack Committee -Collective Intelligence / CS14
STEM and Cub Scouting / CS15
Cub Scout Woodworking / CS16
Including Parents in
Den Meetings
College of
Boy Scouting
(open to all) / BS01
Real World Solutions to Common Troop Problems / BS02
Teambuilding 101* / BS03
“I’ll Take the ‘Patrol Method’ for $100, Alex”* / BS04
Effective SM Conferences & Boards of Review / BS05
Duct Tape and its ROLL in Scouting* / BS06
Merit Badges
& Counselors
BS11
A Scout is Reverent* / BS12
Life to Eagle & the Service Project Workbook* / BS13
Annual Planning* / BS14
Menu Planning & Cooking Methods* / BS15
“Jamboree, Philmont & Sea Base, Oh My!”* / BS16
Help Desk
for Leaders
College of General Studies
(open to all) / GS01
Hammock Camping* / GS02
Outdoor Cooking P2* / GS03
Outdoor Cooking P3* / GS04
Low Cost Camping Equipment* / GS05
Autism & Scouting* / GS06
Fun with Paracord*
GS11
Essentials of Backcountry Water Treatment* / GS12
Geocaching* / GS13
Gadgets* / GS14
Intro to Map
& Compass* / GS15
Hiking in Maine & New England* / GS16
Food Dehydration*
College of Venturing / V11
Why Your Troop NEEDS a Crew* / V12
Starting and Sustaining a Crew* / V13
Your Next Step:
NAYLE/ILSC* / V14
Putting the WOW Into Your Venturing Program* / V15
What’s a VOA?* / V16
Planning a High Adventure*
College of Commissioner Science / CM01
Who Do You Call and What Form Do I Need? / CM02
My.Scouting / CM03
Unit Assessment and the Unit Service Plan / CM04
Adult Awards & Recognition / CM05
Bullying in Scouting / CM06
Deadlines and Planning a
Unit Year
College of
OA Studies / OA01
The Effective Elangomat* / OA02
Drum & Dance* / OA03
OA Troop Representative* / OA04
Unit Elections* / OA05
Your Chapter and You* / OA06
The Lodge*
Showcase
(open to all) / Showcase Open / Showcase Open
* Open to All, including Scouts, Venturers and Explorers
College of Cub Scouting
Lion Cub Program
CS01Period 1 / What’s the Lion program all about? Check out this introduction to the new Cub Scouting program, with an opportunity to ask questions and get answers!
Cub Scout Cuisine
CS02Period 2
/ Aluminum foil and beyond! Fun, easy and tasty cooking ideas with hungry Cubs!
Webelos & the Patrol Method
CS03Period 3
/ Are your Webelos using the patrol method? It’s not too late! This course will demonstrate why it is an important part of the success of a first year Boy Scout and the tools you need to make it a success.
Let the Games Begin
CS04Period 4
/ Come learn and play easy group, team and individual games for Cubs of all ages.
Managing Pack/Den Challenges
CS05Period 5 / Setting expectations and ground rules to avoid conflict, and how to manage it when it does occur.
Succession Planning
for the Pack
CS06Period 6 / From committee positions to den leaders, mentoring den leaders, den rotation for the Pinewood Derby-Blue and Gold and crossover.
Cub Scout to Boy Scout
Transition
CS11Period 1
/ Lion to Eagle, it is never too early to be looking at the future. Learn about the importance of incorporating Webelos into troop activities. A Cubmaster and Scoutmaster discussion with attendees.
Knots Cubs Can Do!
CS12Period 2
/ The basic knots taught for each rank from Tigers to Arrow of Light lashings. What you need to know as a den leader, it’s knot that hard.
Pack Committee -
Collective Intelligence
CS13Period 3 / Who does what? How to recruit and fill positions for a healthy committee, pack and program for the Scouts.
STEM and Cub Scouts
CS14Period 4 / Make learning fun with STEM at younger ages, who knows – Future rocket scientists??
Cub Scout Woodworking
CS15Period 5 / Fun and easy projects for boys to accomplish and learn basic skills.
Including Parents
in Den Meetings
CS16Period 6 / Cub Scouting is a family activity. Engaging, asking and thanking parents (EAT). Den snack time is the perfect time to engage the adults.
College of Boy Scouting
Real World Solutions to Common Troop Problems
BS01Period 1 / Most Boy Scout troops share similar challenges at one point or another. Veteran Scouters will offer tips and techniques that you can take to your troop and use immediately on topics such as recruitment, parent involvement, keeping the program fresh, youth-led and adult guided program, and how to overcome the challenges of running a troop.
Teambuilding 101
BS02Period 2
/ Learn to have fun and teach at the same time! Learn games that will help bring your youth leaders together as a team.
“I’ll Take the ‘Patrol Method’ for $100, Alex”
BS03 Period 3 / Baden Powell said that the Patrol Method wasn't the best way to run a Boy Scout Troop… he said it was the ONLY way! Come learn why this has been proven by those that have done it.
Effective SM Conferences
& Boards of Review
BS04Period 4 / This session will illustrate the differences and similarities of the Scoutmaster conference and the board of review. Learn how to use this time to guide and give purpose to your Scouts. Discussions will include how the Scout and the troop both benefit, what to ask, what to say, what to do and how to get the most out of these conversations.
Duct Tape and its
ROLL in Scouting
BS05Period 5 / We will examine the many uses for this wonderful tool that has been known to simplify the life of many Scout leaders. This class takes a light-hearted view of the "sticky stuff" and the multitude of common tasks and functional objects that can be conquered and created through the use of Duct Tape!
Merit Badges & Counselors
BS06Period 6 / This course is designed to answer your questions about merit badges and becoming a merit badge counselor. Discussions topics will cover the paperwork necessary to sign up, blue cards, Youth Protection Training, what the Scout’s responsibilities are in fulfilling the requirements.
A Scout is Reverent
BS11Period 1
/ Clarify the Boy Scout requirements regarding their "Duty to God" in all ranks and begin gathering ideas and resources to help your Scouts work through them. Learn about the Religious Emblem program in which Boy Scouts and Scouters may participate.
Life to Eagle & the Service Project Workbook
BS12Period 2
/ Eagle proposals; required documentation; submission. A Scout makes Life rank and now focuses on making Eagle. Learn about the process to get there; merit badges, leadership and the Eagle Scout service project. Discussion will include the Eagle workbook process and more.
Annual Planning
BS13Period 3
/ This course will help you understand the importance of creating a youth-led annual plan that incorporates fun, outdoor adventure, Scout skills, camping, advancement and more! All done by Scouts under the guidance of adult leaders.
Menu Planning and
Cooking Methods
BS14Period 4 / The meals you eat while on an outing are a critical part of a successful trip. With the right planning, your meals should be well balanced, cooked properly and delicious. Topics include menu planning, food handling and storage, and cooking methods. Hamburger in an orange? Steak on a rock? Omelets in a bag? Come learn new and different ideas.
“Jamboree, Philmont & Sea Base, Oh My!”
BS15Period 5
/ By the time an active Scout reaches high school age, often he has “seen that, done that” and sometimes loses enthusiasm. This course will explore how these High Adventure opportunities can keep the older Scout active and engaged long after they return.
Help Desk for Leaders
BS16Period 6 / Whether you are a brand new leader or a well seasoned one, everyone could use some help at some point. Come learn where and who to turn to for advice, guidance and proven techniques to be a quality leader!
College of General Studies
Hammock Camping
GS01Period 1
/ Are you tired of looking for the perfect place to set your tent? If you wake up in the morning tired and with back pain, than this class is for you. Hammock camping is lightweight, and it follows the principle of Leave No Trace. Fast and super comfortable, this may be the best way to sleep in the outdoors.
Outdoor Cooking, Period 2
GS02Period 2
/ Are you interested in learning about outdoor cooking for camp outs, outdoor events or just for you own enjoyment? This session will focus on various cooking techniques as well as recipes and gear suggestions. All cooking abilities encouraged to attend.
Outdoor Cooking, Period 3
GS03Period 3
/ Are you interested in learning about outdoor cooking for camp outs, outdoor events or just for you own enjoyment? This session will focus on various cooking techniques as well as recipes and gear suggestions. All cooking abilities encouraged to attend.
Low Cost Camping Equipment
GS04Period 4
/ With some creativity, you probably already have most of what you need at home - liners, mugs, water containers, knives, etc. Easy pieces of gear you can make for low to no cost, places to camp for free or low cost and much more.
Autism & Scouting
GS05Period 5
/ A practical guide to helping leaders understand and support individuals on the autism spectrum and with other co-existing conditions.
Fun with Paracord
GS06Period 6
/ Fun with Paracord is back. Paracord is not just a life saving tool, it can also be used to make fun and functional projects. Come and have fun with paracord! Open to all ages and skill levels.
Essentials of Backcountry Water Treatment
GS11Period 1
/ Keeping hydrated is essential while on an outdoor adventure. Join us for a demonstration and discussion on the basics of clean water filtration. Topics include how to filter water for consumption, new innovations in filtering technology and tips and tricks we’ve learned during our years exploring the wilderness.
Geocaching
GS12Period 2
/ Geocaching is becoming more popular than ever and a great activity for the whole family, but how do you get started? Come learn what geocaching is, how to start hunting for caches, plus how to create and hide caches of your own.
Gadgets
GS13Period 3
/ Come learn about some new items in the camping world. We will cover gadgets for cooking meals, light weight items / not so light options, recharging your electronics, Scoutbook, and apps for your phones. Go Go Gadget Camping!
Intro to Map & Compass
GS14Period 4
/ Learn how to read your compass and use a map. Discover how to orient a map and see what those little symbols really mean. Bring a compass if you have one.
Hiking in Maine
& New England
GS15Period 5
/ Enhance your program by getting up and getting outside! Hiking some of the most beautiful territory requires minimal skill and gear, is easy to organize, can be done in a day, and costs virtually nothing. Discover the best places to go, what to bring, and other resources available.
Food Dehydration
GS16Period 6
/ Come discover how to prepare dehydrated food for the trail. Prepare your favorite food and enjoy in the outdoor, save money, eat healthy and pack light.
College of Venturing
Why Your Troop
NEEDS a Crew
VN11Period 1
/ A Venture crew is a different part of Scouting than a venture patrol within a troop. Venturing is NOT intended to take boys from a troop, but to add things for older boys (and girls) in Scouting! Let’s keep the youth involved after they age out in traditional units, and share their experiences with the younger ones!
Starting and Sustaining
a Crew
VN12Period 2
/ So you’ve started a crew, or you want to start one? Follow the steps to a successful startup, and then get awesome ideas on how to keep it going! Learn how to get and keep youth in your crew.
Your Next Step:
NAYLE/ILSC
VN13Period 3
/ You hold a leadership position in your crew. What’s next? NAYLE isn’t just for Scouts! And ILSC teaches you how to be a better leader. (Both youth AND adults are encouraged to attend.)
Putting the WOW Into Your Venturing Program
VN14Period 4
/ This course will be led by YOUTH! After all, they’re the reason we have crews; and what better way to have FUN than to ask THEM what they like!
What’s a VOA?
VN15Period 5
/ VOA? Is that a disease? Learn how a council Venturing Officer’s Association can help local crews by providing a resource for growth, support and bringing crew together for FUN and ADVENTURE!
Planning a High Adventure
VN16Period 6
/ There’s more to Venturing than shooting sports? Absolutely! Learn ways to offer high adventure treks, hikes, outings to cure the need for being OUTDOORS – the ‘OUTing in Scouting’ isn’t just for traditional units! Share ideas that work for your crew, and learn some that work for others.