Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills Training
Purpose
Outdoor skills are critical to the success of the Scouting program, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to start a program right.
Attendees
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and Varsity Scout coaches. The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is also ideal for Venturing leaders because it focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.
Learning Objectives
The course is a day and a half long, but a leader can move at an accelerated pace by demonstrating mastery of a specific skill. The emphasis is on the skill, rather than on attending the course.
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Cooking
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Campfire Programs
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Map and Compass Reading
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First Aid
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Dutch Oven Cooking
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Ropes and Lashings
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Plant and Animal Identification
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Ax and Knife Safety (Totin' Chip)
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Leave No Trace Instruction
Things to bring with you
Tent, personal overnight camping gear, cup, camp chair, Boy Scout handbook, pen/pencil, notepad, pocket knife, and Scout uniform (see Boy Scout handbook, Chapter 9 for additional items you may need
Registration: $25.00 Your registration fee covers; food, camping fees, and administrative costs.
Location: Camp Tahosa, 173 County Road 96, Ward, CO 80481
Contact: Eric Smtih, 303.588.1616