Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)

Working as patrols, this hands-on course provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. Along with Scoutmaster Specifics this course is required of all direct contact leaders registered in Boy Scout Troops and Varsity Scout Teams, and outdoor Venturing Crews, in order to be considered "trained".

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientration is a training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping.  A BALOO trained leader must be in attendance at each pack overnighter.  Training includes: Preparations, Site Selection, Parent Involement, Health and Safety, Equipment, Feeding, and Introduction to Outdoor Skills.

This training is required for any adult who is in charge of planning a pack campout.

To Bring:

Pen and paper to take notes

Tent, Sleeping Bag, Camp Chair

Scout Uniform (Class A, Class B)

Toiletries and personal affects

Mess Kit and Water Bottle

Receipt of registration

What's provided?

Training

Training Supplies and Materials

Breakfast and Lunch on Saturday 

**Please eat Friday prior to arrival**

Questions about Training?

Contact mikeal.training@yahoo.com, 702.419.0519 or graham.allen@scouting.org 702-968-8121

Click on the "Register" button below