#cubchatlive by Scouting magazine

Scoutbook makes it easier to run your pack or den! In this #CubChatLive, we’ll take a closer look at this online tool and hear from an expert on how Cub Scout leaders can use it to stay organized and save time.

How can we help new Cub Scout leaders succeed? In this week's #CubChatLive, we'll share ideas for welcoming new volunteers into your pack and highlight essential resources to get them get started.

Outdoor activities don't have to happen in the remote wilderness. They can take place right where you live! In this #CubChatLive, we'll share easy, creative and safe ways to plan Cub Scout Outdoor Adventures in your own neighborhood or nearby park.

The transition from Arrow of Light to Scouts BSA is a big step for Scouts and their families. Join this week’s #CubChatLive for practical tips on preparing Cub Scouts for success and how parents and leaders can make the move smoother for everyone.

Every successful Cub Scout pack is powered by a strong group of volunteer leaders and parents. In this #CubChatLive, we'll talk about how to bring in new leaders, support them with training and inspire everyone to lend a hand.

New families and Cub Scouts are joining packs all over the country. In this #CubChatLive, we'll talk about how Scouting America is reaching out to these families and what we can all do to welcome them.

Scouting is a worldwide community that you can be part of without leaving your own neighborhood. In this #CubChatLive, discover how Cub Scouts can join Jamboree on the Air and Jamboree on the Internet to connect, share and explore with Scouts everywhere.

Awards and emblems aren't just for Scouts. They're for adult leaders, too! On this #CubChatLive, we'll discuss the most important training-related awards available for Cub Scout leaders, along with other recognition items designed to show appreciation for our valuable volunteers.

Parents and leaders have shared their opinions on the first year of the Cub Scout program updates, and we're here to share them with you on this week’s #CubChatLive.

Want to make promoting your pack easier? From photos and logos to customizable templates, the Brand Center can help! In this week's #CubChatLive, we'll explore these resources and share creative ways to use them to boost your pack's image.

When new families feel welcomed, your Cub Scout pack thrives. In this #CubChatLive, we’ll share fun, practical ways to help new Cub Scouts and their families feel at home, stay connected and get excited about your pack’s adventures.

What are the Top 10 Elective Adventures in Cub Scouts? Join us for #CubChatLive as we count them down. The results may surprise you!

Join us as we introduce a new tool that'll make den meeting planning easier and way more fun! In this #CubChatLive, we're showing off the brand-new Den Meeting Card Decks. We'll walk you through how they work, why they're helpful and where you can get a set of your own.

Got a Cub Scout idea that rocks? Join us on #CubChatLive as we show you how to share your amazing activities, pack meetings and ceremonies with leaders everywhere! We’ll walk you through the simple process and spotlight some of our very first crowdsourced ideas.

Popcorn sales can power your Cub Scout pack! Join this week’s #CubChatLive for practical tips on making fundraising fun, simple and successful for Cub Scouts, leaders and parents.

Meet the new Cub Scout Chair! Join us on this week’s #CubChatLive as we chat with Tamara Christensen, a dedicated volunteer and the newly appointed chair of the National Cub Scouting Committee. She'll answer your questions and share her vision for the future of Cub Scouting!

Looking for a great family getaway? In this #CubChatLive, we’re talking all about Family Adventure Camp! Discover how families can experience a one-of-a-kind adventure together at some iconic Scouting America properties across the country.

This week on #CubChatLive, we'll explore the technology-focused elective adventures and share ideas you can use to plan fun STEM activities. Join us for a live discussion about all the ways you can bring technology to life in your pack meeting.

Youth safety is Scouting America’s top priority. In this #CubChatLive, we’ll talk with Chief Safeguarding Officer Glen Pounder about the new Safeguarding Youth training and how it helps us protect our Scouts.

A strong connection with your local elementary schools can help your pack thrive. In this #CubChatLive, we’ll share strategies for building and maintaining great relationships with the schools in your community.

Being prepared for great pack meetings just got easier! In this #CubChatLive, we’ll introduce new online tools and resources designed to help Cubmasters plan fun and engaging events with less stress and more success.

The Den Meeting Resource Card Deck will be a go‑to toolkit for planning den meetings! Join us on #CubChatLive from the National Annual Meeting as we explore how this deck (and some more up-and-coming resources) will help make your Cub Scout activities fun, simple and easy.

Engineering-related elective Adventures are in the spotlight on this week's #CubChatLive. Join us for our third STEM-focused episode as we look at fun, hands-on activities that explore aerodynamics, carpentry, physics, modular design and more.

This week on #CubChatLive, we'll explore the math-focused elective Adventures and share ideas you can use to plan fun activities. Join us for a discussion on all the ways you can bring math to life in your pack meeting.

On this week's episode of #CubChatLive, we'll discuss creative ways to use the science-focused elective Adventures to plan fun, exciting, hands-on activities for your whole pack. Every Cub Scout rank has at least one elective Adventure that focuses on science, technology, engineering or math, so be sure and tune in for more STEM-focused episodes in the coming weeks!

Recruiting future Cub Scout leaders now will keep your pack strong for years to come. In this #CubChatLive, we’re talking all about succession planning. Join us for tips and ideas to help you prepare the next generation of leaders in your pack and den.

Keep the fun going this summer with the Summertime elective Adventure! Join us on #CubChatLive as we take a closer look at this Adventure. We'll share creative tips and ideas to help you plan a memorable activity for Cub Scouts of all ages.

Ready to reel in some fun? Join us for #CubChatLive as we discuss how you and your Cub Scouts can get hooked on one of the most popular elective Adventures -- fishing! We'll share tips and ideas to help you plan an exciting, fishing-themed activity your Cub Scouts will love.

Swimming is a fun activity for Cub Scouts of all ages. In this #CubChatLive, we'll dive into the swimming elective Adventures for every rank and show you how to plan safe and memorable activities for your pack.

An annual planning conference is the first step toward ensuring an exciting year of Cub Scouting. In this #CubChatLive, we'll share expert tips and creative ideas to help make yours a success.

In this #CubChatLive, we’ll explore the cycling elective Adventures for every rank and discover how they can be used to plan an unforgettable pack activity.

Cub Scouts love camping! In this week's #CubChatLive, we'll explore what camping looks like at each Cub Scout rank and unveil a helpful, new camping chart.

Spring is the perfect season to invite new families to join Cub Scouts! In this week's #CubChatLive, we'll explore how recruiting now can set up your pack for success in the fall.

Getting out on the water and paddling around is a great way to enjoy the outdoors. On this #CubChatLive, we discuss the Adventures that will get older Cub Scouts out on ponds and lakes in canoes, kayaks or standup paddleboards.

Recognizing Scouts for their hard work is an important part of the Cub Scout program. Join us on #CubChatLive as we share creative ideas to make awards presentations fun, exciting and memorable.

Celebrate faith, community, and the 12th point of the Scout Law! In this #CubChatLive, we’ll explore fun and meaningful ways to observe Scout Sunday, Scout Sabbath and Scout Jumuah.

Is it ever too cold for Cub Scouts to go camping? It depends! Join us for this week’s #CubChatLive as we sit down with an expert to discuss proven tips for keeping Cub Scouts warm, safe and happy during winter activities.

January and February are the preferred months for Arrow of Light Cub Scouts to move into a Scouts BSA troop. Join us on #CubChatLive to learn more about how the latest Arrow of Light program updates affect the crossover timeline, and how leaders and parents can support the adjustment to the Scouts BSA program.

Let’s talk about Scouting for Clean Waterways! In this #CubChatLive, we'll discuss how Scouting America's newest conservation-focused program can help Cub Scouts across all ranks earn the Champions of Nature elective Adventure.

The blue and gold banquet is a highlight of the Cub Scout year. In this #CubChatLive, we’ll share creative ideas and helpful tips that you can be doing now to prepare for your pack’s celebration.

See your Pinewood Derby car design come to life on a REAL race car! Watch this #CubChatLive to learn how. Plus, we're chatting with NASCAR ARCA driver Zachary Tinkle about his journey from racing Pinewood Derby cars to zooming around a real track.

Every rank in Cub Scouting includes a Family & Reverence Adventure designed to build values and connections. In this week’s #CubChatLive, we’ll look at the requirements for these Adventures and share creative ways to incorporate them into fun Cub Scout meetings and family activities at home.

Pinewood Derby and Raingutter Regatta are two of Cub Scouting’s most treasured traditions! And now they're part of an official elective Adventure. Join us on #CubChatLive as we explore the requirements for the new Race Time adventure and share tips and ideas for running a fun and memorable event.

Personal fitness is one of the aims of Cub Scouting, and it's an ideal activity for a pack gathering. In this #CubChatLive, we'll look at the personal fitness-related Adventures for each rank and discuss ways to incorporate these requirements into a fun meeting.

Citizenship is one of the aims of the Cub Scout program. Join us for #CubChatLive as we explore the citizenship-related required Adventures across all ranks and discuss how to incorporate these activities into fun pack gatherings.

Many requirements in the updated Cub Scout program are designed to be completed at home! In this #CubChatLive, we’ll discuss which aspects of the program work best when done with a parent or guardian.

Did you know the uniform is one of the methods of delivering the Cub Scout program? Learn why in this #CubChatLive featuring the director of the Cub Scouts. Plus, we'll share some practical tips on how to make the uniform method work for your pack.

Outdoor adventures are a favorite for Cub Scouts, and with every rank including one, they are a perfect choice for pack meetings or combined dens. In this #CubChatLive, we'll explore these required adventures in detail and share creative tips to plan fun outdoor activities.

The latest Cub Scout program updates include a renewed focus on knife safety with three new elective Adventures. Join us for #CubChatLive as we discuss what a youth must do to earn the right to use a knife in Cub Scouting.

Bobcat is a required Cub Scout Adventure across all of the ranks, making it the perfect activity for a pack meeting. Join us for #CubChatLive as we dive further into this revamped Adventure and share exciting ways to incorporate it into a fun-filled gathering.

Webelos and Arrow of Light Cub Scouts are now fully separate ranks, which means they also have fully separate rules for camping. Join us as we explore the new guidelines and share helpful tips and ideas to ensure a fun, safe and successful camping experience for these Cub Scouts.

Popcorn, beef jerky and nuts — oh my! In this #CubChatLive, we’ll tackle all things product sales. We’ll clear up common fundraising misconceptions and share practical tips to make raising money fun, simple and easy for Cub Scouts, leaders and parents.