Scouts at Home
Cub Scout Programs Coming Directly to You!
We want to make it as easy as possible for your family to continue the fun of Scouting.
We know times are difficult and we want to help make it easy to be a Scout by giving your family options that provide you and your Scout what you are looking for in a Cub Scout program.
Virtual or Not or Both
Sign-up for virtual programs, or focus on screen free time with hands-on, outside activities, or a sign-up for a mixture of both!
Most Programs Are Free
Most options will be provided free to Scouts and non-Scouts alike, so invite a friend to join in on the fun!
Some programs will include materials and may have an additional cost to cover these supplies.
Ready To Join The Fun?
Programs are now available! Choose from the menu of programs to the left that fit your families needs. We look forward to seeing you and your scout at an upcoming program!
Questions?
Send us an email at cubfun@svmbc.org or call our office at (408) 638-8300
Choose from these options:
Looking for at home adventure with minimal screen time? Then the adventure workbook is for you!
The Adventure Workbook program is designed to be self paced, hands-on, at home programs for your Cub Scout. Each adventure contains activities and tips and tricks to help your Cub Scout complete their rank requirements.
Adventures will be released every few weeks and sent by email and posted on the adventure box page. To see the current available adventures, visit the link below.
Virtual Den Meetings hosted by council Den Leaders will help guide your Scout along the path to earn their rank!
Meetings will be by rank, allowing your Scout to interact with other Scouts in their grade.
Meetings will be held twice a month in the evening through the end of March.
| Program | Days |
| Kindergarten “Lions” | 2nd & 4th Thursdays |
| 1st Grade “Tigers” | 2nd & 4th Mondays |
| 2nd Grade “Wolves” | 1st & 3rd Tuesdays |
| 3rd Grade “Bears” | 2nd & 4th Wednesday |
| 4th Grade “Webelos” | 1st & 3rd Wednesdays |
| 5th Grade “Arrow of Light” | 1st & 3rd Thursdays |
GooseChase is a fun app that let’s you complete fun Scouting activities at your own pace while competing with your fellow Scouts. Below are our current and upcoming challenges.
Where in the Council is Carmen Fuller?
Join Commissioner Carmen in exploring trails and parks all over the Silicon Valley Monterey Council in our new scavenger hunt challenge. Explore fun locations, complete missions, and get outside with your family in our newest goosechase app challenge.
February 12- April 19, 2021
Click here to join the challenge
The Great Council Cook-Off
Are you a Culinary Visionary? Come show off your cooking skills or learn new ones in our Great Council Cook-Off! We have two separate divisions: Novice and Advanced to let you choose the level of difficult that is best for you. So whether you are just getting started or already a culinary wizard, there is a lot of fun to be had!
SVMBC will be assisting Packs in operating their Pinewood Derbies. We will be hosting Pinewood Derby Assistance sessions Saturdays in March.
You must register for a seesion here!
More details on these session:
- Safe a location
- Track ready to go
- Video equipment ready to record
- Volunteers to operate race and record video
If you have any direct questions or want to help out, email jeff.lindenmuth@scouting.org.
For families looking to get away, family only campsites are now available at Chesebrough Scout Reservation and Camp Hi-Sierra for registered Scouting families to reserve for a Scouting weekend getaway!
Sites and facilities are single family and are COVID compliant. Family based activities are also available to bring Scouting fun to your weekend! Families will need to provide their own food and camping supplies.
Create an account to view and reserve sites here:
Information on the Restructuring & Notifications
The National Council of the Boy Scouts of America on February 18, 2020 announced that the national organization has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code to achieve two key objectives: equitably compensate victims who were harmed during their time in Scouting and continue carrying out its mission for years to come. The BSA intends to use the Chapter 11 process to create a Victims Compensation Trust that would provide equitable compensation to victims.
As part of this bankruptcy process the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) and the committees representing survivors of past abuse in Scouting and unsecured creditors have agreed on a bar date of November 16, 2020, creating a window for victims of abuse to file claims in the BSA’s bankruptcy case. The BSA is committed to compensating victims through its restructuring and this is an important milestone in meeting that imperative. The bar date sets a clear timeline for victims to come forward and later seek compensation from the BSA’s proposed compensation trust. The BSA encourages all victims to file a claim and are providing extensive noticing to ensure that there is a clear process for them to do so. Families and others with connections to Scouting will receive these notices. We encourage recipients to follow the instructions of these notices.
For questions regarding the BSA Bankruptcy please visit https://www.bsarestructuring.org
Inquiries About BSA Programs
BSA MEMBER CARE
1-972-580-2489
MyScouting@scouting.org
Questions About the Restructuring and Filing a Claim
1-866-907-BSA1
restructuring@scouting.org
www.OfficialBSAClaims.com
For Access to Anonymous Online Counseling for Victims of Past Abuse in Scouting
Reporting Suspicions of Abuse in Scouting
If you are a survivor of abuse, you should immediately contact the police to report the abuse. We also encourage you to contact the BSA.
1-866-907-BSA1
restructuring@scouting.org
Media Inquiries
For Help Accessing In-Person Counseling for Victims of Past Abuse in Scouting
1-866-907-BSA1
restructuring@scouting.org
Over the last few months, we have seen the Scouting community come together, even while physically apart, to bring solutions, relief and comfort to those in need. From making masks to supporting food banks, Scouting has been a vital partner for our communities.
The value of Scouting is undeniable for those within the program and the greater public. We are committed to continuing to offer this unmatched opportunity to young people and families in the Silicon Valley and Monterey Bay area.
The National Council of the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has worked to keep the membership fee as low as possible. Unfortunately, operating costs have continued to rise and COVID-19 has compounded the need to increase the fee to maintain the program.
To ensure Scouting has the resources to fulfill the promise of its mission, the updated national membership fees and local council insurance fee will be:
- $78 ($66 Registration + $12 Insurance Fee) for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts participants
- $54 ($42 Registration + $12 Insurance Fee) for Exploring participants
- $54 ($42 Registration + $12 Insurance Fee) for all adult volunteers (includes cost of background check)
- $75 per unit charter fee
The new fees will take effect August 1, 2020 for new members in the 2020-2021 program year. Units whose current charter expires on or after December 31st, 2020 will realize the fee increase for renewing members on their recharter this December. The updated unit charter fee will take effect August 1, 2020, for all new units and for rechartering units this December.
Starting August 1, 2020, there will also be a one-time $25 joining fee for new program participants in Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, Venturing and Sea Scouts; however, there is no joining fee for Exploring participants, participants previously registered in any BSA program, those transferring from one program to another, council-paid memberships, or adult volunteers.
For more information on the National Council Membership Fees, please visit the FAQ page on the National website. You can also download and share this infographic that highlights the changes:
Finally, we would like to thank you for your patience regarding this issue and we thank you for being a part of our Scouting family.
Sincerely,
Phil DeCocco Carmen Fuller Jason Stein
Council President Council Commissioner Scout Executive
An often overlooked, but extremely important element of any Scout activity when something goes wrong.
WHAT is an incident?
Any unplanned event that results in harm to an individual, property or the environment.
WHY report?
It is important that we (BSA) sustain the safe operation of our programs and promote continuous improvement.
- Information is valuable in preventing reoccurrences of similar incidents.
- Facts are critical to allowing response in an appropriate manner, and to help properly manage potential claims (insurance and litigation).
WHEN is a report necessary?
A report must be made any time the incident requires the intervention of medical personnel, involves emergency responders, or results in a response beyond Scout-rendered first aid. It is also required if there is a vehicle accident, theft, or damage to property.
Click here for a decision tree on reporting
WHO completes the report?
The event leader or designee should gather all the facts and complete the report.
HOW to report?
Complete, as thoroughly as possible, the BSA INCIDENT INFORMATION REPORT (form 680-10 2011 (or later)). NOTE: If the incident involves a fatality, hospitalization for life-threatening or critical injury, allegation of sexual misconduct, or victimization of a Scout, damage in excess of $1 million, expected litigation or potential for national media attention, the council Scout executive must be notified immediately.
Click here to download the fillable form.
Click here to report online
Serious incidents include, but may not be limited to: o Sexual or physical abuse (after ensuring the victim is cared for and reporting to law enforcement) o Fatalities o Potentially life-threatening injuries (e.g., any amputation, brain injury, loss of sight, paralysis, etc.) or requiring air-ambulance transportation o Accidents resulting in the hospitalization of three or more people o Communicable disease outbreaks (e.g., measles, norovirus, etc.) o Mass casualties (10 or more people who are injured or sick at a Scouting activity) o Explosions or events resulting in significant damage to property o Incidents where media attention is anticipated • An incident report on Serious Incidents must be submitted through the online reporting system within 24 hours – Incident Reporting
Less-Serious Medical Treatment and Incident Reporting Requirements- NEW (Report Within 72 hours) • Less-serious medical incidents are those occurring in connection with Scouting activities, including travel to or from the activity, requiring medical treatment beyond Scout-given first aid. • Any incident where an Accident or Sickness Claim (e.g. HSR) can be filed fits into this category. • Reports on Less-Serious Medical Treatment Incidents must be submitted through the online reporting system within 72 hours – Incident Reporting
Other incidents and Near Misses
• Should be reported in accordance with published guidelines at Incident Reporting
• Online reporting is available 24/7/365
WHERE to report?
Return the completed form to the Council staff member responsible for entry into Risk Console. It can either be delivered by hand to Michael Wilson at the Council Center or emailed, as an attachment, to him at Michael.Wilson@scouting.org
Click here to report online
This reporting procedure does not supersede reporting requirements for specific programs, reporting required by law, BSA Youth Protection reporting requirements, or BSA reporting requirements to OSHA.