Great Rivers Council

Presents

The Trailhead Leadership Program

Building Strong Leaders for Strong Units

 Prepare. Support. Lead.

The Great Rivers Trailhead Leadership Program is a leadership and training development experience designed specifically for Scouting parents. This program equips adults with the confidence, skills, and understanding needed to effectively support youth leadership, strengthen units, and advance the mission of Scouting.

 What You’ll Learn

Participants will explore leadership skills rooted in Scouting values, including:

• Understanding youth-led leadership
• Supporting unit leadership teams
• Effective communication and mentorship
• Encouraging growth, responsibility, and confidence in youth
• Strengthening family and parent engagement in Scouting

 Program Highlights

• Interactive, discussion-based sessions
• Focus on Adult Leader Required Training First
• Integrate practical, real-world Scouting scenarios
• Rooted in the Scouting mission, values, and leadership methods

 A Pathway Forward

Trailhead Leadership serves as an introduction to Scouting leadership concepts used throughout Scouting, focuses on Required Adult Training, and complements advanced training such as Wood Badge.

 Benefits for Families & Units

• Stronger communication
• Clearer expectations
• Increased parent confidence
• More effective, engaged units
• Youth empowered to lead

Take the First Step

Every great journey begins at a trailhead. Join us and help build the foundation for strong leaders and strong Scouting units.

UPCOMING SESSIONS:

 Cubmaster Training: Position-specific training designed for the Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster.

 Den Leader Training: Position-specific training designed for Den Leader and Assistant Den Leader.

 Pack Committee Member Training: Position-specific training designed for the Pack Committee Member. The objective of this learning plan is to prepare leaders for conducting meetings as new leaders.

• Date: September 5th, 2026
• Time: 9:30 AM to Noon
• Location: Scouting Adventure Center
• Instructor: TBD
• Cost: Free

Future Sessions: (Dates yet to be Determined)

• The Trail Guide: Retaining Scouts and Keeping Families Engaged
• The PR Compass: Marketing Your Unit
• Pioneering Local Outreach and Academic Partnerships
• Trailblazing: Advancement and Scoutbook 101
• The Digital Compass: Charting Your Path with BeAScout
• Mapping the Horizon: Identifying key dates, deadlines, and milestones well in advance. (Building an Effective Unit Calendar)
• Trail Markers: How to maximize Adult Leader Microvolunteering
• The Talent Trek: Recruiting & Retaining Adult Volunteers
• Lighing the Signal Fire: Visibility 101 - Making Your Unit Known
• The Launching Pad: Conducting a Successful Join Night
• Outpost Operations: Building a Strong Unit Committee
• Mapping the Terrain: Unit Assessments and Goal Setting (Unit Excellence Workshop)