BALOO course description

Adults work together as Dens.  This hands-on course provides adult leaders with practical outdoor skills for leading and teaching Cub Scouts in the out-of-doors.  BALOO training is required for any Cub Scout Leader or registered parent volunteer to conduct Webelos/AOL, Den or Pack outdoor events, camping overnighters.  Both the on-line and practical hands-on components must be completed ot qualify as a "Trained" Cub Scout outdoor leader.   Must attend overnight to complete course.

Who should attend

• Cub Scout Leaders
• Adult volunteers

A BALOO-trained registered volunteer is required to be on-site for all Packs during outdoor events and/or overnight campouts with Dens or Packs.

IOLS course description

Adults work together as patrols.  This hands-on course provides adult leaders with practical outdoors skills for leading and teaching Scouts in the out-of-doors and teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain First Class rank. Must attend overnight to complete course.

Who should attend

• Scoutmasters/Assistant Scoutmaster (required)
• Adult volunteers

PRE-REQUISITES

(must be completed BEFORE the course is taken)

• Registered Adult (participants & staff) or Scouts BSA (staff only)
• Current Youth Protection Training (Ages 18+) 
• Present a completed "Annual Medical & Health Record" - Parts A & B medical form to check-in.
• BALOO - BALOO Introduction (My.Scouting.org) - recommended for staff
• IOLS - Weather Hazards Training (My.Scouting.org)
• Wear/Bring:  Field Uniform shirt & Pack/Troop T-shirt