Baloo and Introduction Outdoor Leader Skills Training

BASIC ADULT LEADER OUTDOOR ORIENTATION

This one day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for those leaders who are interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO is an instructor-led course which is conducted at the Council level. BSA's Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the necessary tools to help units carry out a successful camping experience.

Completion of this course is mandatory for at least one adult on a Pack overnighter.

Outdoor Leader Skills will provide Boy Scout leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to start and guide a program the right way. Completion of this course is the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters. The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook.

Completion of this course is necessary for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters to be trained.

Many types of adult training can now be taken online.  Sign up for an account on the MyScouting.org site to take and record important required training, such as Youth Protection and a variety of online classes related to activities in Scouting.

Our Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience (COPE) course comprises a series of outdoor challenges, beginning with basic group initiative games and progressing to more complicated low-course and high-course activities. Programs are available for both Scout training and for non-Scouting organizational use as a unique way to promote team-building skills, provide unique challenges and build the distinct character of your company or organization.

Visit our COPE Course page for more information!