2025 BALOO & IOLS Training #4
Camp Wisdom
April 26 - 27, 2025

Hosted by Duck Creek, Northern Trail, Tejas Caddo, Western Horizon districts

Participants: Adult volunteers/parents

Registration closes April 13 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.

• Participant Cost: $40
• Staff Cost: $10
• Check-in: Saturday, April 26 at 7:30 a.m. - 7:59 a.m.
• Class starts: Saturday, April 26 at 8:45 a.m.
• Check-out: Sunday, April 27 at 11:00 a.m. Leave by 11:30 a.m.
• Campsite: you will be staying overnight in a campsite.Please bring your own tent and personal sleeping gear.

Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) provides adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Participants will works as Patrols at this hands-on training. Upon completion, leaders should feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. All Troops are required to have IOLS trained leaders and all SM/ASMs are required to have it to be fully trained.

• Participant Cost: $40
• Staff Cost: $10
• Friday, April 25: Check-in from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  This is optional but highly encouraged. If you arrive on Friday, you can participate in early check-in and campsite set-up, patrol bonding, and Cracker Barrel social.
• Saturday, April 26: Check-in from 6:30 a.m. - 7:15 a.m.
• Sunday, April 27: Check-out at 11:00 a.m. Leave by 11:30 a.m.
• Campsite: you will be staying overnight in a campsite.Please bring your own tent and personal sleeping gear.

IOLS Orientation is required for all participants and will be held online via Zoom. Zoom link will be provided after registration.

Important Information

Training Location: Camp Wisdom, 6400 W. Red Bird Ln., Dallas, TX 75236

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

Registration Closes: April 13 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.

Required Information
The following information will be requested during registration:

• First and Last Name
• Gender
• Cell Phone Number and Email Address
• Scouting America membership number
• If Leader Position-Specific Training has been taken
• 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

Contacts

• IOLS Course Director: Jeff Rauscher, jeffdrauscher@yahoo.com
• BALOO Course Director: Chris Mercer, bsa@zaimor.com 
• Staff Advisor: Katherine McCrary, katherine.mccrary@scouting.org
• Registration Assistance: Paula Bramble, paula.bramble@scouting.org