WOOD BADGE 2026
Boxwell Scout Reservation

August 29, 2026 for Pre-Course Orientation -- Save the DATE!
September 25-27 and November 14-15, 2026

Since 1954, the Middle Tennessee Council has offered  Wood Badge training to thousands of adult leaders—JOIN THE LEGACY—of the over 2,500 MTC Scouters who have completed the training to earn their “beads.”

What is Wood Badge?
Wood Badge is Scouting’s most advanced training for adults offered at the Council level.  A national course open only to Scouting volunteers and professionals, the training has two distinct parts. The first part takes place outdoors over the span of two weekends, where the aims and methods of Scouting are explained and demonstrated by a volunteer staff of experienced Scouters. During the second part, participants apply their knowledge of leadership principles by completing a series of personal goals related to their Scouting roles.

Why Attend?
To JOIN THE LEGACY of those Scouters whose Wood Badge training has strengthened their Unit, District, and Council; and, most importantly, has enriched the lives of generations of youth.

Who is Eligible?
Any adult who believes that every Scout deserves a well-trained leader and meets these requirements. 

• Be registered in Scouting
• Be current in Safe Guarding Youth
• Submit a current Annual Health and Medical Record (medical form) Part C must be completed and valid throughout the last day of course.
• Complete “Position Specific Training” for his or her primary role in Scouting
• we recommend that you have served in a Scouting Volunteer Role for at leasat 2 years.
• Be capable of functioning safely in the outdoors and knowledgeable of basic outdoor skills.
• Be ready to have fun, learn, and become an even better leader!

Important!  Applying does not guarantee admission. Anyone not selected will receive a full refund. Participants must attend all five days of the course to complete the training.

Cost
$350.00 The fee is for printed materials, delicious camp food, tee shirts, hat, neckerchief, and more.  A  deposit of $175.00 is due with the application and the balance is due by August 16, 2026,  Scholarships are available.

Questions
Contact the Wood Badge Staff Advisor Bradford Holladay at Bradford.Holladay@scouting.org 615-939-8222 or Course Director Mindi Bell at mbellbsa@gmail.com