Lake Erie Council provides in-depth training for individuals wanting to learn more about COPE and Climbing. With these certifications, you will be able to assist with Council-sponsored and Unit events with appropriately-trained instructors at the artificial towers and COPE courses at our camp properties.

The Level I training weekend will cover material from COPE & Climbing Foundations, COPE Level 1, and Climbing Level 1 curriculum.

To be a COPE or Climbing Instructor-in-Training you must be at least 16 years old and complete the COPE & Climbing Foundations, and the COPE or Climbing Specific training.

To be a Level I in COPE or Climbing, you must be at least 18 years old and complete the same requirements.

Note that at all climbing, belaying, and rappelling exercises and activities, someone with certification in First Aid/CPR/AED from the American Red Cross (or equivalent) must be present.

Prerequisites:

• Climb On Safely (take online at my.scouting.org)

Please bring:

• Sleeping supplies
• Toiletries
• Personal climbing equipment (must be approved by the course director)
• Personal snacks
• Weather-appropriate clothing

Event Cost:
(covers food and lodging at camp for the weekend)

Early Bird Price: $20 (ends one month before the event)
Regular Price: $25
Late Price: $30 (starts two weeks before the event)

Registration closes at 11:59pm two weeks before the event.