2026 BALOO and IOLS Training #4
Lone Star Cowboy Church
September 18 - 19, 2026

Hosted by East Trinity Trails district

Participants: Adult volunteers/parents

Registration closes September 13 at 11:00 p.m.

BALOO
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation

BALOO is one of the required trainings for a Pack to do overnight Pack camping events. The Pack must have one leader with this training on any Pack camp out but it is recommended that Packs have several leaders with the training to make sure all Pack camp outs can be covered. This training is designed for adults over 21 who are registered as an adult leader in a Cub Scout Pack, but other adults can attend. It focuses on using the learning environment (aka camping) to teach your Scouts and parents about camping, assisting the Pack with campout planning, and to strengthen the Pack program on campouts.   

Event Details

• Location: Lone Star Cowboy Church, 543 FM 6, Nevada, TX 75173
• Check-In: Friday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m.
• Check-Out: Saturday, September 19 at 8:00 p.m.
• BALOO Cost: $30 per person
• Registration Closes: September 13 at 11:00 p.m
  This is the deadline to add, update/change registrations, and complete payment. No late adds or walk-ins can be accommodated.

IOLS

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills

IOLS is required for all direct contact leaders (Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters) in Scouts BSA Troops to be considered a TRAINED LEADER. It is also beneficial to committee chairs and troop members as it provides a better understanding of Scout BSA's outdoor program. Aside from covering some basic camping and outdoor information, this training covers an experiential learning of the Patrol method used by Scouts BSA troops. Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters will need to have completed the Scoutmaster Position Specific Training modules and be current for SAFEguarding Youth Training  to receive a TRAINED patch at the end of the course. These online trainings can be found at my.scouting.org.

IOLS  - Training
Friday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m. - Saturday, September 19 at 10:00 p.m.

• Location: Lone Star Cowboy Church, 543 FM 6, Nevada, TX 75173
• Check In: Friday, September 18 at 6:00 p.m.
• Check-out: Satuday, September 19 at 10:00 p.m.
• IOLS Cost: $30 registration fee at time of registration 

Registration Closes: September 13 at 11:00 p.m 
This is the deadline to add, update/change registrations, and complete payment. Walk-ins or late additions cannot be accommodated.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Prerequisites

You will need to do pre-course work in my.scouting.org for BALOO, need to have your position training (Cubmaster, Den Leader, or Committee Chair) and have current Youth Protection Training to earn your Coveted "Trained" patch.  Go to my.scouting.org to find Scoutmaster Specific and Youth Protection Training.

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

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
• Scouting America membership number

Documentation Required at Check-in

• Annual Medical Health Record AB
• BALOO Prerequisite training certificate

Contacts

• Staff Advisor: Kristen Conrad, Kristen.Conrad@scouting.org
• Volunteer Chair: Sean Reynolds, sean.reynolds910@gmail.com
• Registration Assistance: Rebecca Strong, Rebecca.Strong@scouting.org