WB BALOO!!!

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation Specifics Training

October 24th - 25th, 2025

Calvary United Methodist Church

2525 N. Rock Road, Wichita, KS

What/Who? This one and one-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for those leaders (Cubmasters, Ass’t. Cubmasters, Den leaders, other pack leaders, and parents) who are interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO is an instructor-led course that is conducted at the Council level. BSA's Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the necessary tools to help units carry out a successful camping experience.

Why? Completion of this course is mandatory for at least one adult on a Pack overnighter!

When/Where? Friday-Saturday, October 24th-25th, 2024. 2525 N. Rock Road, Wichita, KS.  The weekend will begin with a 6:30 pm Check-In Friday evening. The class begins promptly at 7:00 pm. We plan to conclude by 5:30 PM Saturday.

Cost? $32 per person. Refunds are not available but may be transferred to another leader.

Saturday meals will be provided!

Registration? The deadline to reserve a seat for the class will be 5:00 PM Fri, October 17th, 2025.

Registration is online only, any registration requests after this date will require an additional $10 fee. The registration link may be found on the http://www.quivira.org/training.

What to Bring?  Scout Field Uniform, clothing commensurate to weather, rain gear, tent, sleeping pad or cot, flashlight, personal items kit, pocket knife, personal First Aid kit, chair, mess kit, a cup, a can-do attitude, and a smile!

Insurance? Liability, as well as Sickness and Accident Insurance, are provided for all registered BSA members of Quivira Council.

More Info?       Please Contact:

Course Director                   Matt Galica              mgalica76@gmail.com               860-428-0875

District Training Chair         Kelley DeGraffenreid                KelleyDeGraffenreid@gmail.com   316-209-1972

Council Staff Advisor           Lauryn Gaines       lauryn.gaines@scouting.org    316-369-0671

Black Pug Assistance           D’Kolle Mowery               D’Kolle.Mowery@scouting.org