Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota - Overview of the BTM Network

Methods of Boys to Men Mentoring Network

The Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota is a nonprofit organization created by men for the specific purpose of mentoring boys 13-17 years of age through their passage into manhood.

We believe it is the responsibility of the men in the community to guide our boys through play and work into self actualization, leadership, community service and emotional literacy.

In doing so, these boys will get more essential tools to get through the epic transition into adult life.

The Adventure Passage Weekend

We have a three-day adventure training that is designed to let boys discover who they really are and what they want to become.

We will also work with your community or circle to custom design a passage adventure that uniquely fit your values and processes.

The transformations possible for boys (and men) are amazing! Many boys come into a passage adventure emotionally shut down. Often, the only emotion that has been okay for them to show externally is anger or “flatness.”

We have simple processes that put them in touch with all of their feelings and emotions.

We work to set up situations that let them experience their anger, fear, sadness and joy.

We let them decide for themselves what values they want in their lives.

We teach and model accountability and integrity.

We dig with them as they discover a mission to guide them in their everyday actions.

Most importantly the Passage Adventures are an intensive wherein boys play and do deep work with mature men forming & deepening bonds that are the foundations of healthy individuals and communities.

Community Activities

Boys to Men-MN hosts regular events which can be an introduction to or follow up support for a Passage Adventure. We also work with other community organizations that have ongoing activities to integrate their specialty programs seamlessly with our program and activities.

We’ve found that much of a boy’s real transformation occurs in these ongoing circles where trust and depth are always available for boys and men.

In short, we come together every two weeks to play, eat, and talk about what's going on in our lives.

Many of the young men who complete a BTM Passage Adventure weekend participate in the community activities.

This tells us that the BTM activities offer something that young men want in their lives.

We have a lot of fun! We’ve gone cave exploring, camping and learned to shoot the bow and arrow.

Together we’ve done community service work that ranges from arbor care to animal rescue to building & maintenance.

We’ve played special “teaching” versions of splat ball that were led by veterans who’ve come to abhor combat.

We rented Minneapolis’s largest skateboard and bike park for a days of ramps & jumps with bikes and boards.

Everyone has a chance for fun and to feel the fulfillment of service work too.

Peer Processing J-Groups

Boys to Men-MN specializes in creating safe circles where boys can talk about the events, emotions, and experiences of their lives.

Every BTM event concludes with a peer discussion group for the boys. It is a place where Journeymen get to practice being a fully alive and communicative man among men.

Perhaps the simplest way to integrate the Boys to Men into your already successful program is to invite Boys to Men facilitators and teenage staffers to create a peer circle in conjunction with one of your activity times.

We have a full menu of questions, activities, and exercises to stimulate adolescent boys into fun and meaningful sharing.

The Mentor Program

Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota is a Twin Cities based mentoring organization.

Any eligible boys that come into our program have the option of being matched up with trained mentor when available.

There are many kinds of mentor match-up possible ranging from group mentoring to full weekly one to one mentor matches.

Boys to Men National has developed it’s own transformational three day Mentor Training Weekend - “Reclaiming Your Teenage Fire.”

The group and individual mentors who take this special training learn at a deep level how to listen, accept, admire and love their young men and to be there for them.

Program Ideals

Character development
Self image
Personal values
Interpersonal Skills
Communication
Boundary setting
Emotional Awareness
Language of feelings
Stress management

Values

Compassion, service, leadership, loyalty, integrity, spirituality.

How to Get the Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota into your community organization

Call us and we’ll set up a time to meet and tailor the Boys to Men component services into a transitional program for your community.

Choose, mix, and modify available program aspects, and then build upon your own successes.

One result is certain; your boys will get more of their birthright; steady guidance into mature manhood.

Journeymen Leadership Levels

We have five levels that boys pass through on their journey to manhood within our program. As a boy try and complete succeeding events, projects, and challenges, they gain recognition and responsibility within the program.

Initiate: A boy just into the program
Journeyman: A young man who has completed his Passage Adventure Weekend
Journeyman Leader: A Journeyman who has staffed a Passage Adventure Weekend, and completed 1 years J-groups.
Citizen Leader: A Journeyman Leader who has completed 6 tests of excellence in required areas
Mentor: A Citizen Leader who has completed mentor training and has volunteered to mentor

J-Teams

J-teams are smaller groups or pairs of Journeymen who work together to accomplish a community service or Boys to Men Excellence (merit badge) project.

The Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota
Boys Registration Form Parents Letters From Parents Adventure Passage Wknd Registration Form Waiver Form Mentors Training RYTF Easy Ways to Mentor RPAW&RYTF Registration About BTM Overview What is Boys to Men? Letters From Parents Sponsors Articles & Endorsements Calendar Donate Donate Online Pledge Form	Methods of Boys to Men Mentoring Network The Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota is a nonprofit organization created by men for the specific purpose of mentoring boys 13-17 years of age through their passage into manhood. We believe it is the responsibility of the men in the community to guide our boys through play and work into self actualization, leadership, community service and emotional literacy. In doing so, these boys will get more essential tools to get through the epic transition into adult life. The Adventure Passage Weekend We have a three-day adventure training that is designed to let boys discover who they really are and what they want to become. We will also work with your community or circle to custom design a passage adventure that uniquely fit your values and processes. The transformations possible for boys (and men) are amazing! Many boys come into a passage adventure emotionally shut down. Often, the only emotion that has been okay for them to show externally is anger or “flatness.” We have simple processes that put them in touch with all of their feelings and emotions. We work to set up situations that let them experience their anger, fear, sadness and joy. We let them decide for themselves what values they want in their lives. We teach and model accountability and integrity. We dig with them as they discover a mission to guide them in their everyday actions. Most importantly the Passage Adventures are an intensive wherein boys play and do deep work with mature men forming & deepening bonds that are the foundations of healthy individuals and communities. Community Activities Boys to Men-MN hosts regular events which can be an introduction to or follow up support for a Passage Adventure. We also work with other community organizations that have ongoing activities to integrate their specialty programs seamlessly with our program and activities. We’ve found that much of a boy’s real transformation occurs in these ongoing circles where trust and depth are always available for boys and men. In short, we come together every two weeks to play, eat, and talk about what's going on in our lives. Many of the young men who complete a BTM Passage Adventure weekend participate in the community activities. This tells us that the BTM activities offer something that young men want in their lives. We have a lot of fun! We’ve gone cave exploring, camping and learned to shoot the bow and arrow. Together we’ve done community service work that ranges from arbor care to animal rescue to building & maintenance. We’ve played special “teaching” versions of splat ball that were led by veterans who’ve come to abhor combat. We rented Minneapolis’s largest skateboard and bike park for a days of ramps & jumps with bikes and boards. Everyone has a chance for fun and to feel the fulfillment of service work too. Peer Processing J-Groups Boys to Men-MN specializes in creating safe circles where boys can talk about the events, emotions, and experiences of their lives. Every BTM event concludes with a peer discussion group for the boys. It is a place where Journeymen get to practice being a fully alive and communicative man among men. Perhaps the simplest way to integrate the Boys to Men into your already successful program is to invite Boys to Men facilitators and teenage staffers to create a peer circle in conjunction with one of your activity times. We have a full menu of questions, activities, and exercises to stimulate adolescent boys into fun and meaningful sharing. The Mentor Program Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota is a Twin Cities based mentoring organization. Any eligible boys that come into our program have the option of being matched up with trained mentor when available. There are many kinds of mentor match-up possible ranging from group mentoring to full weekly one to one mentor matches. Boys to Men National has developed it’s own transformational three day Mentor Training Weekend - “Reclaiming Your Teenage Fire.” The group and individual mentors who take this special training learn at a deep level how to listen, accept, admire and love their young men and to be there for them. Program Ideals Character development Self image Personal values Interpersonal Skills Communication Boundary setting Emotional Awareness Language of feelings Stress management Values Compassion, service, leadership, loyalty, integrity, spirituality. How to Get the Boys to Men Mentoring Network of Minnesota into your community organization Call us and we’ll set up a time to meet and tailor the Boys to Men component services into a transitional program for your community. Choose, mix, and modify available program aspects, and then build upon your own successes. One result is certain; your boys will get more of their birthright; steady guidance into mature manhood. Journeymen Leadership Levels We have five levels that boys pass through on their journey to manhood within our program. As a boy try and complete succeeding events, projects, and challenges, they gain recognition and responsibility within the program. Initiate: A boy just into the program Journeyman: A young man who has completed his Passage Adventure Weekend Journeyman Leader: A Journeyman who has staffed a Passage Adventure Weekend, and completed 1 years J-groups. Citizen Leader: A Journeyman Leader who has completed 6 tests of excellence in required areas Mentor: A Citizen Leader who has completed mentor training and has volunteered to mentor J-Teams J-teams are smaller groups or pairs of Journeymen who work together to accomplish a community service or Boys to Men Excellence (merit badge) project.