BALOO - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation

Ask a youth why they want to be a Cub Scout, and nine times out of ten they'll answer "to go camping." Cub Scouting has designed Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training, so youth, along with their parents or another adult, can participate in a successful overnight camping experience.

This one-and-a-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands on practical. BSA’s Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the discovery of the necessary tools to help units carry out a successful camping experience. 

All Packs are required to have at least one BALOO trained adult on every Cub Scout den or pack overnight outdoor event - including Pack Camping and Webelos Den overnighter.

Participants who complete this training course will:

• Understand the focus of the Cub Scout level of the BSA outdoor program.
• Gain the skills needed to plan and carry out a successful Cub Scout-level overnight activity.
• Learn more about the resources available from the BSA for carrying out this activity.

Please bring basic camping gear such as a tent, sleeping gear, change of clothes, and any other supplies you may need.  A complete packing list will be sent out before the event takes place.  Please dress accordingly, bring a jacket and bring a water bottle to sip from as we will have water on hand.

The online component contains introductory and basic information, and must be completed prior to the practical component.  The online portion of BALOO is available on the BSA Learning Center by logging into My.Scouting.org. Go to the Course Catalog to add it to your Learning Plan.

When : October 10-11, 2025

On Friday night, snacks are provided during the night activities.

Breakfast and lunch will be provided.  Please let us know of any food allergies.

 Please have all of the online components of BALOO completed on my.scouting.org before attending course

The program begins at 6:00 pm on Friday so plan on arriving early enough to set up your tent. Training will conclude on Saturday by 5:00 pm

Where: Kinsey Scout Reservation

Cost: $25

Info Contact Michael Wells, 318-725-9147, michael.wells@scouting.org