IOLS Training Spring
Come join your fellow adult Scouters for an adventure-packed training weekend where you’ll gain new skills, build confidence in the outdoors, and connect with others who share your passion for helping youth thrive. Whether you’re new to camping or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, this hands-on experience offers a fun, supportive environment to learn, practice, and enjoy the very best of Scouting’s outdoor program.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
March 28–29, 2026
Camp Thunderbird
Fee: $45
ABOUT THE COURSE
This hands-on training gives adult leaders the practical outdoor skills needed to confidently guide Scouts and teach all requirements up to First Class. Along with Scoutmaster-Specific Training, IOLS is required for all direct-contact leaders in Scouts BSA Troops to be considered trained.
SCHEDULE
Saturday, March 28: Check-in at 7:00 AM; course begins at 7:15 AM
Sunday, March 29: Course concludes at 1:00 PM
OPTIONAL FRIDAY ADD-ONS ($5)
In-person Scoutmaster-Specific Training or
Outdoor Ethics Awareness Course
Check-in Friday from 5:00–6:00 PM; add-on courses begin at 6:00 PM.
Overnight lodging is available.
Registration Deadline: Friday, March 20th.
Financial assistance may be available. Contact Darrin.Nicholson@scouting.org for details.
What does the $45 IOLS fee cover?
Your registration helps the council deliver a safe, hands-on training weekend. The fee covers meals, campsite and facility expenses, program materials, handouts, shared cooking fuel/equipment, insurance, and recognition items. It also supports important behind-the-scenes costs such as registration services, credit-card fees, staff support, equipment maintenance and replacement, technology systems, and overall council overhead. Together, these direct and indirect costs ensure a high-quality IOLS experience and help us keep outdoor leadership training strong and affordable for everyone.
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