Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation
Event Details
FALL BALOO 2026
Camping is often the #1 reason kids join Cub Scouts—and BALOO is your key to delivering that magic! To host a pack or den outdoor overnight event, Scouting America requires at least one registered adult leader present to be BALOO-trained.
This isn't just a lecture in a classroom; it’s an immersive, hands-on outdoor experience designed to build your confidence and give you the tools to run safe, fun, and memorable campouts. You'll spend the weekend outdoors learning directly from experienced leaders, testing out outdoor skills, mastering campsite cooking, and experiencing Cub Scout traditions around the campfire.
What You’ll Gain:
- Outdoor Skills & Confidence: Learn campsite setup, basic first aid, knife safety, fire building, and outdoor navigation.
- Programmable Fun: Discover exciting ideas for campfires, outdoor games, hikes, and nature activities your Scouts will love.
- Practical Knowledge: Master meal planning, campsite sanitation, weather preparation, and risk management so your trips run smoothly.
Event Details
- Dates: Friday, September 18 – Sunday, September 20, 2026
- Location: Camp Boddie (Hodges Building)
- Check-In: Friday at 8:00 PM
- Conclusion: Sunday around 12:00 PM
Cost:
- FREE for all registered East Carolina Council Leaders
- $45.00 for Parents and Out-of-Council Leaders
Meals Provided: Friday Night Cracker Barrel; Saturday Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner; Sunday Breakfast.
Prerequisites & Requirements
To complete your certification and receive your BALOO badge, participants must fulfill the following:
Complete the online BALOO Training V2 modules on My.Scouting.org prior to arrival.
Bring proof of current Safeguarding Youth Training and Hazardous Weather Training.
Bring a completed copy of the Scouting America Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A & B).
What to Bring (Packing Checklist)
- Gear: Tent, ground cloth/tarp, sleeping bag, sleeping pad or mattress, and a camp chair.
- Clothing & Footwear: Sturdy shoes (no open-toe shoes), extra change of clothes, sleeping attire, jacket/coat, cap, and gloves.
- Personal Items: Mess kit (plate, cup, eating utensils), soap, washcloth, towel, sunglasses, camera, notebook, and pen/pencil.
- Day Pack: Keep your Cub Scout Six Essentials, rain gear, notebook, pen, pencil, and mess kit handy in a day pack.
Questions?
Reach out to your Course Lead Instructor for any details about the weekend:
BALOO Lead Instructor: Freddie Small
Email: fred.small@scouting.org
Phone: 252-290-5785
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