Keeping The Tribe Strong

TO GET THE MOST OUT OF THE PROGRAM - GET INVOLVED!

Here are some hints for keeping your Tribe strong and active:

Meetings are started and ended on time, and do not go longer that 1 1/2 hours.

Refreshments are served prior to closing ceremony - giving an official ending to the meeting.

Activities are planned which are understandable to the girls. (The dads can then understand as well).

Tribe size is kept between six and twelve pairs. Large Tribes become unmanageable in most homes.

The Tribe has a representative at all Nation meetings and maintains contact with the YMCA Director.

Dads Meetings are called whenever needed, but at least 3-4 times per year.

Dads and daughters sit together during meetings and refreshments.

A Tribe has at least two tribal activities each month (one being a Tribe meeting).

Dad/Daughter pairs work as a team wherever possible (i.e., crafts, games, skits, etc.).

Business and planning should be kept to a minimum during Tribe meetings.

There is a tribe outing for the entire family at least twice each year.

Tribe members evaluate their Tribe program and progress as a group regularly.

The Tribe has varied activities. For example, Tribe meetings may include cooking, 1st Aid Instruction, Scavenger Hunts, and Gift Making. Tribe outings may include trips to parks, museums, tours, movies, sporting events and Nation/Federation Events. Tribe projects may include service projects, scrap books, photo albums, tribe banners and tribal property. The Tribe may also participate in other YMCA programs such as swim lessons, gymnastics, youth sports, or day and resident camping.

Members develop an enthusiasm, esprit de corps and pride for the Tribe.

The Tribe accepts and appreciates each member. All members feel needed and important.

Leadership is shared by all dads in the Tribe.