Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) (t)


Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) (t)
Date/Time
Registration Begins
8/7/2014
Last Day To Register
10/1/2014
Location
Camp Tahosa, 173 County Rd 96
Ward, CO 80481, US
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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.

  • Cooking
  • Campfire Programs
  • Map and Compass Reading
  • First Aid
  • Dutch Oven Cooking
  • Ropes and Lashings
  • Plant and Animal Identification
  • Ax and Knife Safety (Totin' Chip)
  • Leave No Trace Instruction

What to bring

  • Your Scout Book if you have one. (for OWLS the Webelos book)
  • Class "A" Scout Shirt and other Scout Clothing of your choice

The 10 Plus Essentials for a Boy Scout are the following, so please review this list and choose and bring accordingly:

  • Day Pack
  • Pocketknife
  • First Aid Kit
  • Extra clothing
  • Rain gear
  • 2 Water bottles
  • Flashlight and extra batteries
  • Trail food
  • Matches / fire starters
  • Sun protection - Hat, Sunscreen
  • Map and compass, signal mirror, whistle
  • Notebook, paper, pen, pencil, etc.
  • Full sized Trash Bag (Emergency Shelter)
  • Ground cloth / tarp
  • Extra clothing / winter gear (Remember that cotton gets wet. Dress for the weather. Wool for really cold weather or modern synthetics with a poly layer for medium cold weather.)
  • Comfortable, warm boots with good warm socks (no cotton), and extra warm socks
  • Coat, sweaters, fleece jackets (layering is good)
  • Sleeping bag, pad and pillow
  • Sleeping cot is another comfort you may wish to have
  • NOTE: Expect Snow, especially this year

Clean-up Kit

  • Soap, washcloth, towel, comb, "wipies"
  • Tooth brush, paste and dental floss

Personal Extras

  • Remember that comfy camp chair
  • Beverage Mug
  • Personal Snacks
  • Watch
  • Wool Hat / Gloves
  • Camera

If possible, get to camp early to get things set up as the course officially begins at 7:00 Friday evening. We will be in camp starting from 5:00 Friday night to around 5:00 Saturday night. You will need to bring your own tent to camp. "Be Prepared" for cold weather and wind regardless of the forecast.

Cost

$25.00; your registration fee covers; food, camping fees, and administrative costs. 

Location

Camp Tahosa, 173 County Road 96, Ward, CO 80481

Contact

Eric E Smith at 303.588.1616

Cost
$25.00 per Participant
Cancellation Policy
If you are unable to attend this training event, please notify the council Service Center. It is possible to transfer registration and payment information to another training event. Refunds are not available.