Spring Outdoor Adult Training - BALOO and IOLS

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

This one-and-a-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities.

BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands on practical.

BSA’s Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the discovery of the necessary tools to help units carry our a successful camping experience. Completion of this course is mandatory for a MINIMUM OF ONE adult on a Pack overnighter.

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership 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 Scouts BSA Troops in order to be considered “trained”.

Please use this page to register for either course. 

WHEN? April 5-6

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?  

$20 before March 22

$35 after March 22 

Out Of Council- $30 before March 22, $40 after March 22  

 

WHERE?  Joseph A Citta Scout Reservation Barnegat.

TIME?  Registration starts at 7:00 AM Saturday classes start at 7:30 am.in Mohawk. Both courses conclude at 3:00 PM Sunday  - You may arrive as early as 6:00 PM Friday evening to set up your tent and camp. Friday Dinner and  Saturday breakfast not provided. There will be coffee/tea/Hot Chocolate!

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