Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) for Cub Scout Leaders

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training is a day of fun and learning, which will help pack leaders plan and carry out a quality "entry-level" outdoor experience for the Cub Scouts and their families. Participants will better understand the laws of the BSA and camp programming while acquiring the skills and confidence to host a successful campout by increasing their knowledge of available resources and using national and local council standards as guidelines.
Location: Camp Sol R. Crown
Date: May 2 - 3
Pricing: $20 in-council | $30 out-of-council
Note: Upon successful completion of the BALOO course, fees for in-council members will be refunded.
Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT): Adults, please provide your SYT completion date, and make sure your training is current (not expired) by the time of the event.
BALOO training covers:
- Preparations for camping with Cub Scouts
- Site selection
- Parental involvement
- Health and safety
- Equipment
- Feeding
- Introduction to outdoor skills
IMPORTANT: The BALOO course is required for all packs that want to go camping. At least one adult (leader or parent) camping with the pack must be “BALOO certified.” This course is not offered frequently, so plan ahead!
FEES WILL BE REFUNDED AFTER COURSE COMPLETION IS CONFIRMED BY THE INSTRUCTORS.
A 3% processing fee applies to all online credit card payments. A 0.5% processing fee applies to all online e-check payments. Checks mailed or delivered to 850 Forest Edge Drive, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, are not subject to a processing fee. Please include your registration number on the check’s memo line.





