Getting Started as a Leader

Welcome to the Pack 261 leadership team! This guide will help you get oriented and ready to lead.

Step 1: Complete Your Training

All registered leaders must complete:

• Youth Protection Training (YPT) — Required within 30 days of registration. Complete at my.scouting.org
• Position-Specific Training — Den Leader Essentials or Pack Committee training depending on your role
• Hazardous Weather Training — Required for camping activities

Step 2: Register on my.Scouting.org

• Create or update your account at my.scouting.org
• Accept your leadership position invitation from the Cubmaster
• Set up your training profile

Step 3: Join Communication Channels

• Pack GroupMe/Email List — Ask the Cubmaster to add you
• Den Leader Chat — Coordination between dens
• Google Drive — Shared resources folder (link in Resources section)

Step 4: Review Key Documents

• Pack Charter and bylaws
• Annual program plan
• Budget overview
• BSA Guide to Safe Scouting

Step 5: Meet Your Den

As a Den Leader:

• Review your scouts’ advancement records in Scoutbook
• Schedule your first den meeting (coordinate with the pack calendar)
• Connect with families to introduce yourself

Key Contacts

Role	Name	Contact
Cubmaster	TBD	cubmaster@pack261.com
Pack Chair	TBD	chair@pack261.com
Treasurer	TBD	treasurer@pack261.com

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Questions? Post in the leader chat or email the Cubmaster.