Junior Leader Training

It was a cool weekend in December when we held our annual Troop Junior Leader Training. The cabin was kept at a very comfortable temperature using the wood burning stove. To start off the weekend we had a short birthday celebration for Jake which included pizza and cake. Afterwards we watched a movie and capped off the evening playing Risk. The group split up to play two boards and everyone enjoyed trying to conquer the world. When the games were finished we went to sleep for a good night's rest. We had a simple breakfast the next morning with choice of cereal, bananas, oatmeal, pop tarts, and other assorted favorites. After that the cabin needed a quick straightening before we could get on with training. The first activity was a game of moon ball to warm everyone up. There were a few obstacles to overcome, mostly the wind and cold weather, but we faired pretty well. The rest of the day was filled with training sessions, lunch, and challenging activities. Each scout grew in their knowledge of leadership. We completed several service projects to finish out the afternoon and then wrapped up the weekend by challenging everyone to put their new found skills to work within the troop. Individuals going through training were Chris, David H., Jacob, Joey P., Matt S., Matt K., Nathan, Peter, Ryan. Instructors were Alex, David D., Kyle, Mr. Dzurnak, Mr. Makowski, and Mr. Mayher.
Breakfast time in the cabin.	A table level view of the situation.
Getting warmed up with a game of moon ball.	The group tries a different strategy to keep the ball in the air.
Forming an equalateral triangle while blindfolded.	Whoa, look at that traffic jam.
Service project time.	Goof off time.

Date, Time, and Location: December 2nd, 2005, 7:00pm - Byzantine Monastery Cabin. Parents will need to drop off their sons at the Monastery Cabin. Do not meet at the Old Church!

Purpose: Conduct Troop Junior Leader Training: Building the Team

Who: Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leaders, Assistant Patrol Leaders, and other members of troop holding leadership positions.

Location: Byzantine Monastery, 6688 Cady Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133

Directions:

Broadview Rd. South to Rt 82.
Rt 82 West to State Rd.
State Rd South to Cady Rd.
Turn right heading West on Cady Rd.
Byzantine Monastery is on right hand side or Cady Rd about 1/2 mile from State Rd.
Follow road on right hand side of garage to the cabin.

Cost: $5.00 per scout (due upon arrival)

Items to Bring:

Uniform
Scout Outdoor Essentials (see handbook)
Camping Gear and Extra Clothing (see handbook)

Estimated Time of Completion: December 3rd, 5:00pm. Parents will need to pick up their sons at the Monastery Cabin. Do not meet at the Old Church!

Time (Minutes)	Activity	Video Support
30	Warm-up activities (games to bring the group together)
5	Purpose and schedule for the day	Show video segment on leadership.
15	Conduct activity 1
10	Reflection on activity 1
15	Conduct activity 2 ("Blind Equilateral Triangle" or other appropriate game)
10	Reflection on activity 2
10	"Identify Traits of a Good Leader" (game)	Show video segment on cooperation.
10	Conduct activity 3 ("My Friend the Potato" or other appropriate game)
10	Reflection on activity 3
45	Conduct activity 4 (Lunch preparation)
10	Reflection on activity 4	Show first video segment on problem solving.
15	Conduct activity 5 (Role-play "Tent Scene" from video, or troop event or similar situation from a troop activity)	Show second video segment on problem solving.
15	Conduct activity 6 ("Nine Magazines" or other appropriate game)	Show third video segment on problem solving
15	Conduct activity 7 (Role-play "Scene with Tommy and Sam" from video or similar situation from a troop activity)
10	Reflection on activity 7	Show video segment on team building
15	Conduct activity 8 ("Willow in the Wind" or other appropriate game)
20	Reflection on activity 8
60	Conduct the service or other project
30	Final reflection