Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills Training

March 13^th - 14^th, 2026

What/Who? IOLS is an outdoor, hands-on course designed to expose adult Scouts BSA, Varsity, Venture Crew leaders to First Class scout skills using the EDGE Method and presented in a Troop/Patrol setting. Presentations include Leave No Trace, Interfaith worship, knots & lashings, wood tools, fire building, cooking, backpacking, plant & animal identification, and more.

When/Where? 

Friday-Saturday, March 13-14th @ Mandan Scout Camp & Training Center.

The weekend will begin with a 5:00 pm Check-In Friday, with the class begining promptly at 6:30 pm. We plan to conclude by 5:00 PM Saturday.  Friday Cracker Barrel & Saturday meals provided. Dinner not provided on Friday night--eat on your own before arrival. 

          All adult direct contact leaders in Scouts BSA, Varsity and Venturing with outdoor programs must have IOLS to be considered “trained” and wear the “Trained” patch. This training is required for Scoutmasters, Advisors and their assistants to be re-chartered.

Cost?    $25 per person through Friday, February 20^th.  $10 price increase starting Feb. 21^st. 

Registration?   Pre-registration is required.  Refunds are not available but may be transferred to another leader. The deadline to reserve a seat for the class will be 5:00 PM Fri, March 6th.  Registration is online only.

What to Bring? Your registration receipt; a copy of your current Personal Health and Medical form (Parts A & B); Scouts BSA Handbook and pen or pencil. Bring what you need to camp overnight (see a gear list on back side) to include mess kit, cup, raingear, a compass and work gloves. We strongly suggest you also bring a Scoutmaster Handbook, comfortable camp chair, bug repellent, sun hat and sunscreen. Friday night camping is required.

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