The Los Padres Council and Ventura County Councils are thrilled again to offer National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) this summer, June 22-27, 2026!

NYLT equips young people with leadership skills to help them succeed in their scouting program and in life. NYLT brings together scouts from all over the council to learn and practice and leadership techniques in a risk free, scout friendly environment. The scouts learn and practice leadership skills and styles together.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

NYLT is for scouts who are likely to take on leadership positions in their troop or crew.   EVERY unit should be sending at least one Scout to this training.

REQUIREMENTS

• 14 years or older (13 w/permission)
• First Class Rank
• Unit Leader Recommendation’
• Completed ISLT*
• BSA Med forms A, B & C

*Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops and Crews

NYLT is an intense course for mature scouts who want to become better leaders. Scouts must be respectful of each other and their actions must be consistent with the Scout Law and Oath.

When:  June 22 - 27, 2026    [Opportunity exists to arrive June 21, to avoid long drives early on the 22nd]

Where:  Rancho Alegre, 2680 Hwy 154, Santa Barbara CA  

Fees:

$  300 - Prior to April 1

$  375 - After April 1

$  400 - After June 1

Need more information?   Contact:

Course Director Heather ("Heater") McCoid at heater0413@gmail.com

Assistant Course Director Evan Hess at hessbsa@gmail.com