Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) (C32)

RESCHEDULED: November 12-13, 2022

WELCOME to BALOO training! It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos and Arrow of Light den overnighters. BALOO training has two components—an online component and a practical, hands-on component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a “TRAINED” Cub Scout outdoor leader. The online component must be completed prior to the practical component. The online training contains introductory and basic information that will be built upon during the practical training. You will need to provide proof of the online completed training (paper copy) upon arrival of the in-person training.

The practical hands-on component includes training all day Saturday, camping overnight and concluding Sunday by noon.

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Registration: (This is key) - record your real BSA number (can found on your YPT certificate) or if you don't have a BSA number - enter 0000 and enter the word Pending in the field below the BSA number on the registration form.  This number is used to credit you, for the class.

To Register:
- click on the registration button on the right
- click on Continue as Guest (you don't need to have an account)

Please refer to the side bar (right) for additional information.

In addition, on the registration form: please let us know if you have any physical limitations, special dietary or medical needs so we can be prepared before the course begins. The staff looks forward to working with you and seeing you there! 

COVID Regulations:
- We will be in compliance with Montgomery County and BSA COVID-19 regulations and masking requirements at the time of the event.
- As BSA does not endorse sharing of vaccination status, AND given the abundant supply of rapid screening tests, It is suggested that all participants (attendees & staff) self-administer a rapid screening test 24 hours prior to the event and volunteer results. Anyone testing positive, should exclude themselves from participation and contact Mary Lou Gundersen directly, at mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net, 301-704-7722.
- Bring your Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist/Form for the training event.
- You will be informed prior to arriving what current expectations will be enforced. 
- If you are not in compliance, you will not be permitted to attend the event - No refunds.

Required Paperwork - All must be printed:
Complete and bring the Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A, B1 and B2 - this is NOT signed by a doctor) and a copy of the front and back of your insurance card to the training event.
Don’t forget to bring your Pre-Event Medical Screening Checklist/Form. If you do not have any symptoms, write N/A, sign the paper, and attach it to your medical form.

Additional Training to complete before attending:

Important: To receive credit for the course and a training card, you must have a current YPT certificate prior to the course and bring your printed paper certificate.

Technical Details: For Windows - Use Google Chrome browser; for Macs - Use Safari or Chrome browser.

BALOO Prerequisite:
Youth Protection Training
- If you took YPT in 2020, check your expiration date.
- Retake YPT as required (due every 2 years)

How to Access Online Training:
To access the classes - go to my.scouting.org.
- Click on BSA Youth Protection (click on the YPT logo) - That opens a new tab
- Click on the class title
- You can print your YPT certificate - by clicking Menu, and then My Training
- This is a 90 minute course.

BALOO Prerequisite Training v2. Proof of completion required, bring printed certificate.
(My.scouting.org, click on  BSA Learning Center/ Cub Scouting, click on Catalog, type in BALOO in the search bar, It should appear, to take course hit Visit.  This course takes 35 minutes. These learning modules provide the knowledge base prior to taking the BALOO Outdoor course and is required training to complete prior to attending the outdoor portion.

Completion of other training requirements is highly recommended as it will be referred to during the training: Hazardous Weather Training (31 minutes), Safe Swim Defense (26 minutes, Safety Afloat (30 minutes).

When/Location:
Location: National Izaak Walton League
     707 Conservation Lane
     Gaithersburg, MD 20878 
Date/Time: Saturday, November 12 through Sunday, November 13.  
- Arrive on Saturday at 8:00 AM.
- Leave on Sunday at 11:30 AM.
From intersection of Great Seneca Hwy and Muddy Branch Rd travel North on Muddy Branch 0.8 mile. IWLA is on the left (requires U-Turn).

Uniforming:

This is a uniformed event if you have one wear it. If you don’t contact the free Uniform exchange (mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net – subject: Uniform Exchange) and see if there is one for you.

Class size limit is 32

Cost:
$40   Covers the provided food, sanitation, and any other program expenses necessary for this training.

Who May Attend:

Must be 21 years or older and a registered adult Scout. Youth Protection must be current.
This event is being hosted by Seneca District.  Attendance is open to all districts.

Online PRE-REGISTRATION Required!                 
NO WALK-INS 
Registration closes Thursday, November 3 (or until class limit is reached)

Meals:

You will need to bring your own plate, cup, bowl, and silverware.

If you have food allergies, make sure to note them on your registration.

Saturday lunch please bring a bagged lunch – water is provided (no soda/sticky drinks due to insects/bugs)
We are providing all food ingredients for the foil dinners for the Saturday night evening meal.
Saturday night cracker barrel You will be making s’mores over the campfire. (We are providing, roasting sticks, graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate bars.  If you need special ingredients, please bring.)
Sunday breakfast, provided. It will be a light, “Grab and go” style type of breakfast. 

Program:

Cub Scouts and Global Positioning Systems
Aquatics in the Cub Scouting Program
Gear Selection
Nature and Hiking
Campfire Planning
Outdoor Ethics
Cooking and Sanitation
First Aid
Knife Safety for Cub
Campsite Selection
Large-Group Games
Meal Planning
Duty to God
Outdoor Ceremonies
Stoves, Lanterns, and Fire Safety
Basic Knots for Cub Scouts
Program Planning for Cub Scout Campouts

Camping:

The entire weekend is outdoors!!!
You will be camping Saturday night.

Equipment to bring:

Bring your own tent.  (No sharing due to COVID)
Sleep system:  sleeping bag or blankets, pad, pillow?  If you don’t have a sleeping pad (foam or inflatable) a few extra blankets can be folded to make a pad.
Bug spray – Ticks (deer) and gnats are on this property
Chair (very important for your comfort! There is no place to sit)
Closed toe shoes - no sandals
Eating utensils (plate or bowl, knife/fork/spoon, cup)
Flashlight
Hat
Minimal toiletries. (Toothbrush etc)
Pen/paper
Pocket Knife
Rain gear
Suntan lotion
Uniform
Warm clothes (check the weather forecast)
Water bottle

For preparing foil dinners:
- Paring knife
- Veggie peeler

Available on site:
Potable water 
Port-a-pottie & hand washing station
Pavilion (in case of severe weather)

What if I don’t know how to set up my tent?
No worries.  Bring it (make sure you have all the parts) and we will teach you how to pitch it.

Questions?
Course Director - Ben Overbey – bfoverbey76@gmail.com

If you have problems registering, contact the Training Coordinator; Mary Lou Gundersen at 301-869-5625 or mdtrainingrecords@comcast.net
- Day of Event call 301-704-7722

Seneca attendees will be added to the NewsFlash.