IOLS/Scoutmaster Training
Scouting’s outdoor program is a critical part of how the Scouts BSA program
develops young leaders. To safely offer Scouting’s outdoor program, however, you need a certain set of skills and knowledge – and that’s why you’re required to take Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (also known as “IOLS”) Training.
Scoutmaster-Specific Training is combined with the IOLS Training course to make the most of your valuable time.
 

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
BALOO consists of two components: online and hands-on. You’ll need to complete both in order to qualify as a “Trained” Cub Scout outdoor leader and receive the BALOO recognition patch.
Online component: The online portion of BALOO is available 24/7 on the BSA
Learn Center. Just log in to My.Scouting.org to begin. The goal of the online portion is to make the best use of time to allow leaders to experience as much as possible during the practical hands-on training.
Practical, hands-on component: This 2-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.