2024 WIS BALOO Training #2
Camp Wisdom
April 27-28

Hosted by Duck Creek, Elm Fork, Northern Trail, and Tejas Caddo Districts

Participants: Adult volunteers and parents

Registration closes Sunday, April 21 at 11:00 p.m.
- NO  WALK-INS - 

Adult Training

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is an overnight training event that introduces parents and leaders to the skills needed to plan and conduct Pack outdoor activities, particularly Pack camping.  The training includes campsite selection, outdoor event planning, parent involvement, health & safety, equipment, cooking, and an introduction to camping skills. 

All Packs are required to have a minimum of one (more recommended) for any and all overnight events.

Online BALOO Prerequisite Training on my.scouting.org is required prior to attending course. Please bring proof of completion.

• Cost: $40 per person
• Location: Camp Wisdom, 6400 W. Red Bird Ln., Dallas, TX 75236
• Check-in: Saturday, April 27 at 7:30 a.m.(check-in closes 7:59 a.m.)
• Class starts: Saturday, April 27 at 8:45 a.m.
• Check-out: Sunday, April 28 at 12:00 p.m. 

Important Information

Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must follow the Cancellation & Refund Policy (see Attachments).

Registration Closes: Sunday, April 21 at 11:00 p.m.
This is the deadline to register, add/change participants, update participant information, and complete payment in full. Your registration and payment must be completed in full prior to this date and time to confirm your space in your training. Late additions or walk-ins will not be accepted at either training.

Required Information

The following information will be requested during registration:

• First and Last Name
• Allergy, Medical, or Dietary Restrictions
• Emergency Contact Name and Cell Number

Documentation Required at Check-in

• Annual Medical Health Record AB
• BALOO only: BALOO Prerequisite training certificate

There are a few trainings and some paperwork that needs to be completed prior to the course:

• Proof of current YPT
• Proof of Hazardous Weather Training Course completion
• Proof of BALOO Prerequisite Training V2 Learning Plan completion

To access these training modules:

• log into your myscouting.org account and click on the icon next to your name in the upper right corner and select my training
• select Cub Scouting under training courses by program
• select catalog (middle option)
• use the search bar for each of the trainings
• YPT
• Hazardous Weather Training Course
• BALOO Prerequisite Training V2 Learning Plan

After you have completed the trainings, please email proof of completion (screenshots are acceptable) to eli.temchin@gmail.com. 

Contacts

• Course Director BALOO: Eli Temchin, eli.temchin@gmail.com
• Staff Advisor: Jamel Holmes, jamel.holmes@scouting.org
• Registration Assistance: Paula Bramble, paula.bramble@scouting.org