INTRODUCTION TO OUTDOOR LEADER SKILLS 
April 18-19, 2026
St. Philip's Conservation Club

What skills are needed for a Scouts BSA member to advance from Tenderfoot Scout to First Class Scout? What are the basic skills any Scout needs to survive in the great outdoors? Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills teaches you those skills. A practical, hands-on approach to basic outdoor Scout craft skills is a must for a Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Venture Crew Advisor to be successful.

When and Where? Begins: Saturday, April 18, 2026 @ 7:30 AM (Central Time)

(Please eat before you arrive)

Ends: Sunday, April 19, 2026 @ Noon (Central Time)

Cost: $50 Deadline April 12, 2026 (includes meals on Saturday & Sunday)

What to Bring— Weather appropriate clothing (you will be outdoors much of the time during these 2 days, please plan accordingly), Personal Camping Equipment, Mess Kit, Scout Field Uniform, Scout Handbook Notebook, pencil, Water bottle, cup, Flashlight, extra batteries, Sleeping pad, bag, blankets Tent w/poles, stakes, ground cloth, Small backpack, Rain gear, Medical Form Parts A&B, Personal Gear, Personal hygiene kit, Laundry bag, and Hand Sanitizer.

Optional Gear: Face masks, Watch, Sunglasses, Insect repellent, Camera, Bible/prayer book.

Units are encouraged to fund this training for their leaders