BALOO - Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation for Cub Scout leaders is a training event that introduces participants to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping. This training is required for any adult who is in charge of planning a pack campout, and it is required that at least one adult per pack complete BALOO training. 

Prior to taking the practical component, you must have completed the online component. Both components, the online and the practical, must be completed in order to fulfill the “BALOO Trained” status.  The online portion is available through the BSA Learn Center at My.Scouting.org

Please note that this is an all-day and overnight event.  Check-in will begin at 8:00 am on Saturday.  Training will begin at 9:00 am on Saturday and end at 11:30 am on Sunday.  Make sure to dress for the weather as we will be outdoors a good portion of the day, and bring a water bottle to help stay hydrated throughout the day.   You will need to bring personal gear such as sleeping bag and toiletry items as you will be staying overnight.  Adirondacks are available, but you may bring a tent if you prefer.   Field uniform is prefered dress for the day.  Cost is FREE for leaders in the Indian Waters Council.  There is a $20 fee for Out-of-Council leaders.  Meals and materials are included.  Deadline to sign up is September 23, 2026.

For more information, contact Grace Fields at geckosk8s@gmail.com

Packing list:

Field uniform (class A)

Activity uniform (class B)

Toiletries as needed

Phone chargers (There should be electricity in the adirondacks)

Comfortable walking shoes

Sleeping materials based on how you plan to sleep (hammock? tent? adorondak?)

Camping chair

Mess kit

All the paperwork!

Water bottle

Hot drink cup (For coffee, tea, etc)