The purpose of the nationally acclaimed OKPIK program, made famous at Northern Tier, is to teach Scouts and
Scouters how to be comfortable and safe while camping in cold weather. This training enables Scout units to extend
their outdoor camping season to a full 12-months. These unique skills are delivered in a safe environment and
culminates in a 24-hour outdoor overnight session that tests your new-found skills while enjoying some Scout fellowship
and competition. This is NOT a survival skills session – it IS an opportunity to learn about how winter camping can be
fun and exciting, and still be enjoyable! Program is delivered in a troop setting, where each participant is assigned to a
unique cold weather patrol. There are four troop meetings that are mandatory for graduation. The fourth troop meeting
is our outdoor overnight adventure!

Program areas include: 1st aid, cooking, nutrition, travel planning, shelters, clothing systems, sleeping systems, mental
aspects of winter camping, nature, games, and FUN!
This is the 3rd offering for OKPIK here in the St Louis area and is LIMITED to the first 64 participants! Adults must
be registered Scout leaders, have current Youth Protection training, and must have the appropriate medical forms.
Youth must be 14 years old and at least 1st Class as of Nov. 5th, 2016, have long term camping experience, and have
their Scoutmaster’s approval. Venturers may participate with the same restrictions less the 1st Class rank. Cost for the
program is $50.

GO COLD OR GO HOME!