2026 Guang Zhou IOLS Training

THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT ONLY
IOLS course description
Adults work together as patrols. This hands-on course provides adult leaders with practical outdoors skills for leading and teaching Scouts in the out-of-doors and teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain First Class rank. Must attend overnight to complete course.
Who should attend:
- Scoutmasters/Assistant Scoutmaster (required)
- Adult volunteers interested in learning more about Scouts BSA
PRE-REQUISITES
(must be completed BEFORE the course is taken)
- Registered Adult; preferred, but not required for BALOO. Required for IOLS
- Current Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT - Formerly known as Youth Protection Training (YPT))
- Present a completed "Annual Medical & Health Record" - Parts A & B medical form to check-in.
- IOLS Weather Hazards Training (My.Scouting.org)
- IOLS - Watch Learn Leave No Trace Video (https://learn.lnt.org/); preferred, but not required
IOLS DETAILS
Instructors: Mike L., Assistant Judy
Date: April 5-6
Location: Zun Pin Campsite ,Gelin Buluo Forest Home, Changling Subdistrict, Huangpu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China
Times: Arrival & Check-in 8-8:45 Saturday morning,
Closing and departures 11:30-12:00 pm Sunday afternoon
Cost: 450RMB includes, Camping Fee, Grounds fee, All materials, Handouts, registration, and Meals1 lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast.
Max Capacity: 8
Alternative dates: Fall
Frequently Asked Questions
- Am I required to camp overnight?
- Yes! For both IOLS and BALOO you are required to stay overnight to accomplish the full training. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns about meeting this requirement.
- What should I bring?
- Please review the "What to Bring to IOLS" attachment on the event page to review some helpful things to bring.





