Webelos Den Night-of Cheat Sheets — 2026–2027¶

One card per meeting: logistics, materials, run of show, and the at-home assignment to read at closing. Print the set (or just tonight's card) — full activity instructions are in the complete playbook.

Meeting 1 — Bobcat (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: None — this is the first meeting of the year

Materials¶

Name tags + markers (first meeting)
Index cards (1 per Scout + extras)
Pens or pencils (enough to share)
Webelos handbooks (remind families to bring; have 1–2 spares)
Printed copy of "How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse: A Parent's Guide" — one per family, OR confirm it's available digitally via Scoutbook; distribution instructions in closing
Whiteboard or large paper + marker for den Code of Conduct
Optional: Den doodle materials (see Bobcat adventure file for instructions — consider building a patrol/den flag or doodle board to use all year)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Fact sheet fill-in	Den Leader	Scouts fill out an index card: name, grade, school, favorite activity, something they want to do in Scouts this year
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Introduce Cub Scout sign; practice Pledge of Allegiance and Scout Oath together
6:40	10 min	Introductions + handbook p. 1	Den Leader	Go around: each Scout shares name + one thing from their card; Scouts sign each other's handbooks or a den roster sheet
6:50	12 min	Scout Law + Denner intro	Den Leader	Read Scout Law together; each Scout picks one point and tells the den what it means to them; explain the denner role and ask for a volunteer for September
7:02	10 min	Den Code of Conduct	All Scouts	Scouts create den rules together (facilitated — see activity below)
7:12	8 min	Sign, salute, and handshake practice	Den Leader	Teach and practice all three; pair up Scouts to practice handshake
7:20	5 min	"Do Your Best" moment + closing	Den Leader	One Scout shares a time they tried hard at something; transition to at-home assignment
7:25	5 min	Parent handoff	Den Leader	Distribute Parent's Guide; explain at-home requirement

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Before our next meeting, please complete the ‘How to Protect Your Children from Child Abuse: A Parent's Guide' activities at home together with your Scout — this is the last requirement for Bobcat. The guide is included in your materials packet tonight. There's nothing to bring back to the next meeting, but I'll ask Scouts to confirm they did it. If you have any questions about what's in the guide, feel free to reach out."

Meeting 2 — Let's Camp Webelos (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Fall Family Campout

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Printed camping gear checklist (see Appendix C — or use the Scouting America's campout packing list)
Rope (25 feet) for knot tying demonstration — paracord works
1 tent (or tent fly) to demonstrate or set up as a group — borrow one if needed
Whiteboard or large paper for "What to Bring" brainstorm
Optional: printed weather forecast for the campsite area (pull up ahead of time)
Optional: printout of campsite map or location to show Scouts

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Campout bingo	Denner	Each square has a campout item or scenario; Scouts fill in as they think of things they'll need
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads; practice Scout Oath
6:40	5 min	Campout overview + SAFE Checklist	Den Leader	What’s happening at the campout; walk through Scouting America's SAFE Checklist briefly
6:45	15 min	Gear selection + "What do I bring?"	Den Leader	Group brainstorm; connect to Scout Basic Essentials; decide what gear to carry vs. what's pack-provided
7:00	12 min	Tent setup practice	All Scouts	Group activity — set up one tent together; or demonstrate if space is limited
7:12	8 min	Campsite setup + Leave No Trace	Den Leader	Discuss how to organize a campsite; introduce LNT Principles for Kids
7:20	5 min	Campout logistics + weather check	Den Leader	Date, time, location, what to wear; review forecast together
7:25	5 min	At-home assignment + parent handoff	Den Leader	Packing checklist; mention Webelos-O-Ree

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Please use the camping gear checklist from tonight to pack for the Fall Family Campout. Scouts should pack their own gear with their parent's help, not have a parent pack for them. I'll ask each Scout at the campout what they decided to bring and why. Also: if your family is interested in the Webelos-O-Ree at Camp Saffran, registration is at scoutingevent.com/220-107527. It's an awesome district campout for Webelos and I'm happy to share more details."

Meeting 3 — Webelos Walkabout (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM — this meeting is held outdoors or starts with an outdoor walk · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria grounds or nearby safe walking route — scout the route beforehand

Pack tie-in: Outdoor season; Rocket Launch Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
First-aid kit (Den Leader carries — required for this adventure)
Water bottles (each Scout brings their own)
Whistle (Den Leader)
Printed 2-mile route map (you make this ahead of time)
Weather-appropriate clothing reminder sent to families before meeting
Paper + pencils for trail sketches / observations (optional but recommended)
Blister kit: moleskin squares, scissors, medical tape (inside first-aid kit)
Optional: printed Leave No Trace "7 Principles" card for each Scout

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Campout debrief	Den Leader	"What went well? What would you do differently? What LNT principles did you practice?"
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Quick outdoors; Denner leads Pledge
6:40	5 min	Route briefing + gear check	Den Leader	Show the map; quick first-aid overview; check everyone has water
6:45	30 min	2-mile walk	All	See walk instructions below
7:15	10 min	Debrief + handbook wrap-up	Den Leader	First aid review; LNT check-in; handbook completion
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Nothing specific to complete at home this week — great walk, everyone! If your Scout noticed anything along the way they want to remember, they can draw it or write it in their handbook this week. Our next meeting is the My Safety adventure — watch for a note from me with details on what we'll cover."

Meeting 4 — My Safety (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: None specific — personal safety before the holiday season

Materials¶

Parent notification — send one week before describing the My Safety adventure content (see Scouting America My Safety resources)
Webelos handbooks
"Be Prepared for Natural Events" worksheet — print one per Scout (available in Scouting America adventure resources for My Safety; ask Rebekah or Ben for help downloading if needed)
Whiteboard or large paper for home hazards brainstorm
Pens or pencils
Optional: printed list of common natural events for Maryland (thunderstorm, blizzard, hurricane, earthquake, tornado)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: "Safe or unsafe?" card sort	Den Leader	Print 15–20 scenario cards; Scouts sort into safe/unsafe piles as they arrive
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	8 min	Protect Yourself Rules check-in	Den Leader	Ask who watched the video; brief group discussion of key takeaways (do not re-watch unless all parents are present)
6:48	15 min	Home hazards scavenger hunt	All Scouts	Brainstorm room-by-room hazardous items + proper storage
7:03	17 min	Natural events worksheet	All Scouts	Complete "Be Prepared for Natural Events" for two natural events
7:20	5 min	Home safety action plan	Den Leader	Each Scout commits to one home safety check before next meeting
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"This week, I'd like each Scout to do a quick walk-through of their home with a parent and identify one item that could be stored more safely. Maybe a cleaning product, a medication, or something in the garage. You don't have to fix everything — just find one thing and tell your parent what proper storage looks like. We'll do a quick check-in at the start of next meeting."

Meeting 5 — My Community (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Leaf Raking at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Whiteboard or large paper for voting demonstration
Colored markers (3 colors for voting tally)
Index cards (1 per Scout) for "Federal Law Timeline" at-home prep sheet
Pencils
Printed list of Howard County elected officials with contact info (see Appendix D for sources)
Optional: printed "How a Bill Becomes a Law" one-pager for each Scout

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: "Would You Rather" vote	Denner	Denner runs 3 rounds of silly Would You Rather; tally votes on the board
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	15 min	Majority vs. plurality voting lesson	Den Leader	Simulation + handbook (see activity below)
6:55	15 min	How a law is made — Three Branches	Den Leader	Interactive discussion; Scouts begin their timeline on index cards
7:10	8 min	Leaf Raking preview + service project discussion	Den Leader	Saturday logistics; connect to "why we serve"
7:18	7 min	Elected official contact plan	Den Leader	Help each Scout identify one official to contact; parents help follow through
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Two things for this week. First: Saturday is the Leaf Raking at St. Alphonsus Rodriguez — please wear work clothes and bring gloves. This counts as your My Community service project requirement! Second: over the next few weeks, try to contact or visit an elected official — a school board member, city councilperson, county executive, or state delegate — and ask them one question about how they were elected. You can do this in person, by phone, or even by email. A letter works too. I'll give you a list of local officials with contact info. We'll check in on this at our January meeting."

Meeting 6 — Stronger, Faster, Higher (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Gratitude Night Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Yoga mats or exercise mats (ask parents to bring from home — 1 per Scout)
Timer or stopwatch on a phone
Whiteboard + markers
Blank paper (1 per Scout) for personal exercise plan
Food group cards or printout (optional — for nutrition discussion)
Scale (optional — some activities reference resting heart rate; pulse check works fine)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Fitness trivia	Denner	Denner reads trivia questions; first Scout to raise their hand answers
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	10 min	Nutrition: food groups + meal planning	Den Leader	See activity below
6:50	20 min	Active 30-minute circuit (split)	Den Leader	Cardio + strength + flexibility; run first 20 minutes here, rest at home
7:10	10 min	Personal exercise plan	All Scouts	Scouts design their own 15-minute routine
7:20	5 min	Relaxing activity — mindfulness cool-down	Den Leader	5 minutes of guided breathing or simple yoga stretch
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Three short things this week: First, complete your personal exercise plan — just 15 minutes. Second, do a 10-minute relaxing activity: read, draw, listen to music, or try the breathing exercise we practiced. Third, if you haven't already, look at your Annual Health and Medical Record form with your parent — it's the health form you filled out when you registered for Scouting. Make sure your parent has read it and knows it's current. If anything has changed (new medications, allergies), let me know."

Meeting 7 — My Family (Required)¶

Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Holiday season; reflective December energy. ✅ All required adventures complete after this meeting.

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Craft supplies for faith/family tradition item: depending on what Scouts decide to make — options include watercolor paper + paints, air-dry clay, construction paper, photo paper for printing, collage supplies
Scissors, glue sticks
Whiteboard + markers (for "what does reverence look like?" discussion)
Optional: printed one-page overview of 3–4 different faith traditions (factual, non-evaluative — this is for comparison, not conversion)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Kindness card	Den Leader	Each Scout writes an anonymous kindness card for someone in the den; collected and redistributed at closing
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads; use Scout Law — especially "Reverent"
6:40	5 min	My Community check-in	Den Leader	"Who finished their federal law timeline? Who has contacted an elected official?" — brief verbal check-in, no pressure
6:45	10 min	What does reverence mean?	Den Leader	Group discussion + whiteboard (see activity)
6:55	20 min	Family tradition craft	All Scouts	Scouts make a craft representing a favorite family tradition or celebration
7:15	5 min	Act of kindness debrief + cards	Den Leader	Read the anonymous kindness cards; discuss: what does it feel like to do something kind?
7:20	5 min	"All required adventures done!" recognition	Den Leader	Acknowledge the milestone; stamp/sign handbooks
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Three things for the next month: First, attend a religious service or another gathering that expresses your family's sense of reverence — this can be a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, a memorial event, whatever fits your family. Second, with a parent, look up one religion or faith tradition that's different from your family's — find two things it has in common with your beliefs. Third, we're all done with our required adventures! Amazing work. If you have any outstanding requirements from earlier adventures, let's finish those up before January."

Meeting 8 — Race Time Webelos, Part 1: Design (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: PWD Car Kit Distribution Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Graph paper or plain paper (2 sheets per Scout)
Pencils + colored pencils or markers
Rulers (1 per Scout or shared)
1 pre-built sample Pinewood Derby car (borrow one from Pack storage or a Scouting family)
Printed PWD car regulations sheet (weight limit, length, width, wheel specs) — get from Pack leadership
Whiteboard for physics mini-lesson
Optional: bathroom scale for weighing the sample car
Optional: printed car design templates (search "Pinewood Derby car templates" — dozens available free online)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Fastest things brainstorm	Denner	Denner asks: "What are the 5 fastest things you can think of?" Scouts write on index cards
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	12 min	PWD physics mini-lesson	Den Leader	Weight, center of gravity, wheel friction, aerodynamics — see activity
6:52	25 min	Car design session	All Scouts	Top, side, and color view of their car
7:17	5 min	Tool safety preview	Den Leader	What tools will be used; safety rules for each
7:22	3 min	Next-week logistics	Den Leader	PWD kit-distribution Pack Meeting — bring their design to show the pack
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Bring your car design to the Pack Meeting next Wednesday — you’ll receive your car kit then. Between now and our build meeting (Meeting 9), think about what tools you'll need and whether your family has them. You'll be doing the main carving and sanding at home with your parent's help — we’ll paint at the build meeting (Meeting 9). If you want to add weight to your car, you'll need wheel weights or fishing sinkers — I'll send a note with the details."

Meeting 9 — Race Time Webelos, Part 2: Build & Paint (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, January 6, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria — cover tables with newsprint or drop cloths

Pack tie-in: STEM Carnival Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Name your car	Den Leader	Each Scout writes their car's name and planned paint scheme on a card
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader
6:40	5 min	Final physics check + weigh-in preview	Den Leader	Check cars on the scale; discuss weight additions if needed
6:45	30 min	Painting session	All Scouts	Two coats; dry between with a quick fan or hair dryer
7:15	5 min	Clear coat + axle prep	Den Leader	Den Leader applies clear coat (ventilated area); demo graphite powder on axles
7:20	5 min	Race logistics briefing	Den Leader	Weigh-in date, race day, car gallery
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Your car should be finished and ready to race. The Pinewood Derby Weigh-In date is TBD — I’ll confirm the exact date and time. At weigh-in your car will be checked: maximum weight is 5.0 oz, and it must meet the dimensions on the rules sheet. Race day is at the Pinewood Derby Pack Meeting. Bring your car — and your whole family! There will be a car gallery and design awards in addition to the racing heats. Cars with the most creative designs get Scout-voted awards."

Meeting 10 — Build It (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: STEM Carnival Pack Meeting

Materials¶

30 popsicle sticks per Scout
10 craft sticks per Scout (wider than popsicle sticks)
Small rubber bands (20 per Scout)
Binder clips (5 per Scout)
Masking tape (2 rolls to share)
Pennies or small weights for load testing (100 pennies works; Scouts should bring if possible)
Ruler (1 per Scout or shared)
Whiteboard for bridge-building challenge spec
My Community check-in note: remind Scouts to follow up on elected official contact

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Longest span challenge	Denner	Each Scout tries to span the widest gap possible using 10 popsicle sticks and 5 rubber bands in 5 minutes
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	5 min	Engineering design process intro	Den Leader	Explain: Plan → Build → Test → Redesign
6:45	30 min	Bridge building challenge	All Scouts	Full engineering challenge (see activity)
7:15	5 min	STEM Carnival preview	Den Leader	Brief walkthrough of what’s happening at the STEM Carnival
7:20	5 min	My Community check-in	Den Leader	Who has contacted an elected official? Who still needs to?
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Nothing specific to complete at home this week — great engineering work tonight! Reminder: the STEM Carnival Pack Meeting is next Wednesday. Come ready to rotate through stations. Also: if you haven't yet contacted an elected official for My Community, please try to do that this month — we'll do a final check-in in February."

Meeting 11 — Earth Rocks! (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, February 3, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: None specific — good indoor winter activity; Scouts are channeling energy after Klondike Derby weekend

Materials¶

Rock identification field guide (1 per table, or print a reference sheet from USGS)
Rock samples — ideally 15–20 samples from 3 categories: igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic. Purchase a geology kit ($15–25 on Amazon), borrow from a school science teacher, or use rocks from the Den Leader's yard if identifiable
Magnifying glasses (4–6 to share)
Vinegar in a small dish (to test for limestone/calcite — it fizzes)
Scratching tool (a penny or nail works) for hardness test
Paper + pencils for rock observation worksheets (create a simple form: Name / Color / Texture / Weight / Shiny or dull / Type: igneous / sedimentary / metamorphic)
Optional: geode to crack open (available at science stores for $5–10; dramatic and memorable)
Map of Maryland geology to show where local rock types are found (print from Maryland Geological Survey website)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Rock or not rock?	Denner	Bag of 10 objects (some rocks, some not); Scouts sort without touching — just looking
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	5 min	Three rock types intro	Den Leader	Igneous, sedimentary, metamorphic — quick overview with one example of each
6:45	20 min	Rock ID station rotation	3 stations	Scouts rotate through three testing stations
7:05	10 min	Rock collection + Maryland geology	Den Leader	Where do these rocks come from? Map activity
7:15	5 min	Geode crack (if doing it)	Den Leader	Dramatic reveal — adult uses chisel or sock + hammer method
7:20	5 min	Klondike Derby reminder + closing	Den Leader	Gear reminder; Pinewood Derby weigh-in confirmation
7:25	5 min	At-home assignment + parent handoff	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Optional this week: find three rocks in your yard or neighborhood and bring them to our next meeting. We'll try to identify them together. Also: the Pinewood Derby weigh-in is coming up — I'll send details on the exact date and time. Make sure your car is at final weight and ready to go. And keep the Pinewood Derby Pack Meeting and race day open!"

Meeting 12 — Catch-Up / Flex¶

Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Pinewood Derby car finishing

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks (all Scouts)
Scoutbook Plus printout or advancement checklist — review before this meeting and note which Scouts have open requirements
Whiteboard: write outstanding requirements for the den at the top of the meeting
Car supplies: sandpaper, paint touch-up paints, graphite powder for axles, scale for final weigh-in
Index cards: Scouts who haven't finished the federal law timeline can complete it tonight
Pencils

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: "What do I still need to do?"	Den Leader	Scouts open handbooks; identify their outstanding requirements before meeting starts
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	5 min	Advancement status check	Den Leader	Go through the outstanding list on the whiteboard; confirm each Scout's status
6:45	30 min	Requirement catch-up or car finish	All Scouts	Work in small groups based on what each Scout needs
7:15	5 min	Pinewood Derby race-day logistics	Den Leader	Race-day details; what to expect; car gallery awards
7:20	5 min	Blue & Gold preview	Den Leader	Blue & Gold Birthday Banquet Pack Meeting; den skit opportunity
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Each Scout should know exactly what they still need to complete before May. I've gone through the records — talk with your parent about any outstanding items after the meeting. Most of what's left is at-home work: the elected official contact, the religious service, or the religion comparison. These don't take long — let's get them done this month. And don't forget: race day is this Wednesday!"

Meeting 13 — Catch-Up + Blue & Gold Skit Prep¶

Date: Wednesday, March 3, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Blue & Gold Birthday Banquet

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Advancement checklist (updated from Meeting 12 Scoutbook review)
Index cards for skit outline
Props for skit (TBD based on what Scouts choose — encourage simple, improvised props)
Optional: costume elements in a bag (hats, scarves, silly glasses — helps Scouts commit to characters)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Quick skit brainstorm	Den Leader	Post 5 classic Cub Scout skit titles on the board (e.g., "A Penny for Your Thoughts," "The Invisible Bench," "The Fishing Hole"); Scouts vote on favorite
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader
6:40	10 min	Advancement catch-up	Den Leader	Address any remaining open requirements; sign handbooks
6:50	25 min	Blue & Gold skit rehearsal	Scouts	Scouts write, cast, and rehearse — two run-throughs minimum
7:15	5 min	Scouting for Food sign-up	Den Leader	Scouting for Food weekends — distribute information; connect to My Community service if needed
7:20	5 min	March calendar review	Den Leader	Blue & Gold Banquet; Spring Campout preview
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Memorize your lines for the Blue & Gold skit — the Blue & Gold Banquet is coming up! Also: if you want to complete an additional service project, Scouting for Food is on two March weekends (doorhanger distribution, then collection). Contact me if you'd like to participate and I'll coordinate with the Pack. No other homework this week — you're close to done. Keep up the great work."

Meeting 14 — Champions for Nature Webelos (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, March 10, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria (or partially outdoors if weather permits)

Pack tie-in: Spring nature theme; Blue & Gold Banquet

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Printed local conservation area map (Howard County Parks + Patuxent Research Refuge work well; or use the map at hcpss.org or howardcountymd.gov)
Paper + colored pencils for mapping activity
Maryland species field guide (print pages on local birds, wildflowers, or trees) — or borrow from the library
Seed packets (optional — wildflower mix appropriate for Maryland; available at garden centers for $3–5)
Plastic cups + potting soil (for seed planting if doing it — connects to Ready, Set, Grow if you want to do a mini version)
Litter pickup supplies for the optional outdoor segment: gloves (1 pair per Scout), trash bags

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Species matching game	Denner	Print images of 10 local species; Scouts match to name cards
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	10 min	What is a conservation area?	Den Leader	Discussion + Howard County map; identify local green spaces near each Scout's home
6:50	15 min	Conservation action planning	All Scouts	Scouts pick one action to take at home or in their neighborhood
7:05	15 min	Habitat sketching / litter pickup	All Scouts	Outdoor: brief litter pickup of parking lot or grounds; Indoor: sketch a native habitat
7:20	5 min	Spring Campout preview	Den Leader	Spring Campout — camping at Howard County or Patapsco area
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Carry out your conservation action before our next meeting — whatever you chose tonight. Take a photo or make a note about what you did and what you observed. We’ll share at Meeting 15. Also: Blue & Gold is coming up. Skit is ready — see you there!"

Meeting 15 — Math on the Trail (Elective ⭐)¶

Date: Wednesday, April 7, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria grounds or nearby outdoor space (use outdoors if weather permits)

Pack tie-in: Spring outdoor skills; Spring Family Campout

Materials¶

Measuring tape (50 ft or longer) or trundle wheel
Yardsticks or meter sticks (2–3)
Pencils + paper
Compass (optional — 1 per pair, or share the Den Leader's)
Timer or stopwatch on phone
Printed "Math on the Trail" worksheet (create your own or adapt from Scouting America adventure resources — see Appendix A)
Webelos handbooks

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Estimate this	Denner	Denner points at items in the room; Scouts estimate distances or sizes; measure to check
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	5 min	Conservation action check-in	Den Leader	"Who did their conservation action? Tell us one thing you noticed."
6:45	30 min	Math on the Trail outdoor stations	All Scouts	3 stations × 10 min each
7:15	5 min	Campout preview + logistics	Den Leader	Spring Campout: packing, gear, what to expect
7:20	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Our Spring Family Campout is coming up. Here’s what to do before then: pack your gear using the same checklist from our September camping meeting — and try doing it yourself before showing a parent. Think about what you might want to do differently this time based on what you learned at the Fall campout. We'll see you there! Our last two den meetings are Meetings 17 and 18, and the Graduation Pack Meeting is in June — mark your calendars."

Meeting 16 — Spring Campout Prep¶

Date: Wednesday, April 14, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Spring Family Campout

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks
Camping gear checklist (update from fall if needed)
Campsite map or general area description (if available from Pack leadership)
Tent (optional — set up briefly for a quick refresher if new Scouts haven't camped before)
Notepad for recording who is and isn't attending the campout — give this to Ben or Rebekah

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Campout memory map	Den Leader	Each Scout draws what they remember from the Fall campout
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads
6:40	5 min	RSVP and headcount	Den Leader	Confirm who is coming; collect any outstanding forms
6:45	15 min	Gear review + packing session	All Scouts	Scouts verbally walk through their packing plan; Den Leader checks for gaps
7:00	10 min	Campsite planning: jobs and responsibilities	All Scouts	Assign jobs (tent setup, food organizer, fire ring monitor, Leave No Trace checker)
7:10	10 min	Campfire skit / song final rehearsal	All Scouts	Rehearse the den's campfire contribution
7:20	5 min	Spring advancement update	Den Leader	Quick verbal check: is everyone on track for Graduation?
7:25	5 min	Closing + at-home assignment	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"The Spring Family Campout is coming up. Pack your gear this weekend — Saturday before the campout at the latest. Closed-toe shoes, layers for cold nights, sleeping bag, rain gear. If you're not sure about something, text or email me. See you at the campout!"

Meeting 17 — Retrospective + Advancement Review¶

Date: Wednesday, May 5, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria

Pack tie-in: Graduation Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Webelos handbooks (all Scouts)
Scoutbook Plus advancement printout per Scout (log in before the meeting and print or note what's outstanding for each Scout)
Pens for handbook sign-offs
Index cards for "year in review" activity
Optional: a treat to mark "almost done" (bring something small — trail mix, cookies)

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: "This year I..."	Den Leader	Each Scout writes three things they accomplished in Scouting this year on an index card
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	Denner leads final time
6:40	20 min	Advancement review	Den Leader	Go Scout by Scout; sign off completions; note what remains
7:00	10 min	Year in review — share cards	All Scouts	Each Scout reads one or two things from their card
7:10	5 min	What I want to do in Scouts BSA	Den Leader	Open conversation — what are they excited about as they move toward Scouts BSA?
7:15	5 min	Graduation Pack Meeting preview	Den Leader	what to expect at the Graduation ceremony
7:20	5 min	Outstanding requirements follow-up	Den Leader	Private 1:1 with parents of any Scout still missing requirements
7:25	5 min	Closing	Den Leader

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"Nothing to complete at home — you've done the work. If there's anything still open, I've talked with your parent about it. The Graduation Pack Meeting is in June — be there in Class A uniform (Scout shirt, neckerchief, and slide). Webelos rank awards will be presented that night. We're proud of everything you've accomplished this year."

Meeting 18 — Celebration Meeting¶

Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2027 · Time: 6:30–7:30 PM · Location: Waverly Elementary School cafeteria (or outdoors — weather permitting)

Pack tie-in: Graduation Pack Meeting

Materials¶

Celebration snacks (bring something special — the Den Leader's choice; consider a trail mix bar, cupcakes with a Webelos logo, or a "graduation" theme)
Camera or phone for group photo
Den doodle (if you built one) — bring it out for a final look
Optional: small individual mementos (a handwritten note from the Den Leader to each Scout; a photo printout from the year; a small compass or multi-tool)
Thank you cards for parents who helped throughout the year

Run of Show¶

Time	Duration	Segment	Lead	Notes
6:30	5 min	Pre-opening: Favorite memory wall	Den Leader	Post-it notes on the board — each Scout writes one favorite memory from the year
6:35	5 min	Opening ceremony	Den Leader	All leaders and Scouts recite Scout Oath together
6:40	20 min	Celebration activity	All	Den Leader's choice — see options below
7:00	10 min	Den Leader reflections	Den Leader	Share what you observed each Scout growing into; specific and genuine for each Scout
7:10	5 min	Group photo	Den Leader	Take multiple shots; send to all families
7:15	5 min	Graduation preview + Scouts BSA preview	Den Leader	What happens at the ceremony; what Scouts BSA looks like
7:20	5 min	Thank-you to parents	Den Leader	Acknowledge the adults who showed up all year
7:25	5 min	Closing	Den Leader	End with the Scout Oath one more time

At-Home Assignment — read at closing¶

"No homework — you're done! See you at the Graduation Pack Meeting. Wear your Class A uniform: Scout shirt, your Webelos neckerchief, and slide. Bring your family — this is their celebration too. I am so proud of each of you and what you built this year. You started as a den and became a team."