Miekel

Well, my son and I crossed over to Boy Scouts this past spring. I have decided to take a time out and watch the troop run for several months before I would "sign-up" for some type of leadership role. I also wanted to give my son a chance to particpate in some of the activities without having his old man with him, as I was his den leader for 4+ years in Cub Scouts. Well, here is how I am feeling about Boy Scouts. After observing the troop for several months, I have come to realize that I am struggling to find a place in my son's troop. I consider myself a very effective organizer, and I have found that due to the nature of the older boys planning and organizing their own activities, my primary talents are not needed. I also have a different personality then some of the other leaders of the troop, and I dont think there is a place for an old organizer who may be too soft on the kids, who cannot help but want to roll-up my sleeves and assist them when needed. Finally, I am somewhat uncomfortable with some of the activities that the older boys do, as I was not a Boy Scout and frankly I dont want to sleep in an igloo, for instance! I think I am at my best when working with the younger kids, where adult leadership and organization is needed, I believe that I was part of the reason for the large number of my old den members crossing over to the troop, which essentally doubled the size of the troop. That said, is it unusual for someone to be a den leader even if his son is no longer in Cub Scouts? I am feeling a little awkward with contacting my old Pack, but can use the encouragement if any of you have found yourself in the same position!