This Combined IOLS and BALOO course will provide both trainings to leaders for the price of one. This is beneficial for all pack and troop leaders to safely offer Scouting’s outdoor program. This weekend is designed to provide you with a certain set of skills and knowledge to make both the Cub Scout and Scouts BSA Program happen.

To become a "trained" Scouts BSA leader you’re required to take Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (also known as “IOLS”).

BALOO is required for Cub Scout Packs to camp overnight.

You’ll learn how to build a fire, use an axe, cook outdoors, use a map and compass, responsibly care for the outdoors, and much more. Even if you weren’t a Scout as a kid, you’ll come out of this course looking and acting like a seasoned camper. This course, combined with Youth Protection Training, Cub Scout Leader Specific or Scouts BSA Leader Specific Training course, will make you an “fully trained” Cub Scout or Scouts BSA leader.

Packing List

Medical Forms Part A & B along with a copy of your insurance card. 

Tent, ground cloth, sleeping bag, and sleeping pad. 

Backpack, personal first-aid kit, seasonal clothing, rain gear, and extra clothing. 

Water bottle, flashlight, sun protection, compass, gps (if you own one), and a pocket knife. 

Mess kit (Spoon, knife, fork, plate and cup), and personal toiletries.

Notebook and pen/pencil.