We invite our leaders to join us for some events this week at camp. We have several courses to offer as well as the option to let us know what YOU would like to see offered the week you are at camp.

We will be offering additional trainings based on the requests we recieve.

If none of the courses below interest you but you still want to request an additional training for your week please reach out to Krista: 

Krista.Katsirebas@scouting.org

All times and dates are subject to change based on staffing and weather considerations. Every effort will be made to host as many trainings as we are able to during your time at Cris Dobbins.

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) Training – Tuesday

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS) is a program to educate adults on how to conduct an outdoor outing with their unit. This is a required course for every registered Scoutmaster. You will learn everything from how to select a proper campsite to teaching new skills to the youth.

Scoutmaster Dinner with the Scout Executive  - Tuesday Night 

On Tuesday night for dinner, the main Scoutmaster for the unit (at summer camp) and one (1) additional leader are invited to a steak dinner in Gilwell Hall with Scout Executive/CEO Mike Fifhause while the rest of camp is at dinner in the dining hall. Mike will provide updates on the future for the Council and camp, and the CEO would like to receive feedback on your week so far at camp.

CPR/AED Training – Thursday Morning

The CPR & AED Training is provided by Front Range CPR for any adults wanting to get their basic Adult CPR & AED certification from Red Cross. The Course is 1-hour & costs $25 per person attending. 

Wilderness First Aid Training/Certification – Thursday/Friday All Day 

We have partnered with Front Range CPR to offer the best courses in backpacking and wilderness medicine. The program is focused on prevention, assessment and treatment of common injuries that occur while out there exploring remote areas with our expert instructors who know all about what you can expect when something goes wrong! The Course requires 16 hours for training and costs $150 per person attending plus $10 for CPR if needed.