University of Scouting
Some selected presentations and handouts from the 2007 and 2010 Pine Tree Council University of Scouting, held at Central Maine Community College in Auburn, are available here for download.
Session CS-7 2007 Den Meetings: Using the Monthly Theme
Your boys are eager for fun. Learn how using the monthly theme from the Program Helps makes the planning easy. Learn all about something new at Council called "Den Meeting in a Box". Period 1. Presenter: Scott Valcourt. PowerPoint Slides (PPT), Adobe Handout(PDF).
Session CS-12 2007 Games Galore
Scouts of all ages love a good game. Come learn some new ones and be reminded of some old favorite games to keep your boys hopping. Period 6. Presenter: Scott Valcourt. Adobe Handout 1 (PDF), Adobe Handout 2 (PDF).
Session GS-5 2007 Retaining and Recruiting Membership
Every Unit should want their membership to grow. This course will provide resources, tips, and techniques to use to increase your membership and help you retain the ones you've got. Period 2. Presenter: Lenny Niman and Scott Valcourt. PowerPoint Slides (PPT).
Session CS-06 2010 Campfire Ceremonies That Amaze
Does your campfire need a spark? We’ll help you get the fire started and where to place the songs and skits. Planning the campfire program is as important as campfire safety. Period 3. Presenter: Scott Valcourt. PowerPoint Slides (PPT) and Campfire Program Planner Handout.
Session GS-04 2010 Facebook, Twitter and Scouting
Want to move your Pack or Troop into the 21st Century? This course will introduce you to the basics of Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Learn how to improve your communication programs using these great new Internet tools. Period 4. Presenter: Scott Valcourt. PowerPoint Slides (PPT).
