Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills

(IOLS)

August 23-24, 2025

Camp Coker

Experience and train through the Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS), and sleep in the comfort of AC at the Camp Coker Cope Dorms! 

Check-in is at 8:00AM on Saturday, 23 August, 2025 at the Cope Dorms.

Please eat before arrival as Saturday breakfast is not provided. 

Those with long drives to the camp may arrive at the Cope Dorms between 5:00PM and 8:00PM on Friday, August 22, 2025. Please Eat Dinner before arrival and bring your own breakfast for Saturday morning if you are arriving on Friday night. The first meal provided will be lunch on Saturday.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) gives adult leaders the practical knowledge they need to help Scouts to learn outdoor skills. The skills presented closely follow the Boy Scout Handbook and rank advancement requirements. Skills from Tenderfoot to First Class are covered in this training.

This is a required training course for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters. It is also encouraged for anyone who will be participating in campouts regularly to consider taking this class. The training is designed to help all adult leaders regardless of experience level feel comfortable performing and supervising these skills with youth.

Instructors will help you learn how to set up camp, cook, work with woods tools, rope skills, plan campfire programs, map reading and compass skills, hiking and packing techniques, nature identification, and outdoor ethics. Each outdoor session will bring to life the pages of the Scouts BSA Handbook to help you deliver the promise of Scouting to yourself and the youth you serve. It will increase your comfort level and give you confidence as a trained, skilled leader. The program will also give you the opportunity to work with other Scout leaders from your area, meet new friends, and reinforce skill techniques with fellow unit leaders.

Cost: $40

Cost covers Saturday lunch and supper, Sunday breakfast,  handouts, use of the camp and snacks.

Please indicate your dietary needs on the registration page. People with dietary needs may want to bring a few snacks to supplement their meals to ensure their dietary needs are met.

Required Forms:

BSA Health Form Parts A & B

Packing List:

Please plan to pack your equipment in.  

• BSA field uniform 

• Tent or hammock (If you prefer to stay outside)

• Sleeping bag

• Sleeping pad or mattress ( if tenting)

• Sturdy shoes – no open-toe shoes

• Change of clothes

• Sleeping attire

• Mess kit (plate, cup, eating utensils)

• Soap, washcloth, towel

• Sunglasses

• Camp chair

• Personal first aid kit

• Notebook, pen, pencil

•Hat

• Water bottle

• Flashlight

• Sun protection

• Rain gear