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BALOO course description

Adults work together as Dens.  This hands-on course provides adult leaders with practical outdoor skills for leading and teaching Cub Scouts in the out-of-doors.  BALOO training is required for any Cub Scout Leader or registered parent volunteer to conduct Webelos/AOL, Den or Pack outdoor events, camping overnighters.  Both the on-line and practical hands-on components must be completed ot qualify as a "Trained" Cub Scout outdoor leader.   Must attend overnight to complete course.

Who should attend:

• Cub Scout Leaders
• Parents or Legal Guardians of Cub Scouts
• Adult Leaders interested in learning more about Cub Scouts
• A BALOO-trained registered volunteer is required to be on-site for all Packs during outdoor events and/or overnight campouts with Dens or Packs.

PRE-REQUISITES

(must be completed BEFORE the course is taken)

• Registered Adult; preferred, but not required for BALOO.
• 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.
• BALOO & IOLS Weather Hazards Training (My.Scouting.org)
• BALOO - BALOO Introduction (My.Scouting.org)

BALOO DETAILS

Instructors: Mike L., Daniel B., Jim Wilcox

Date: April 11-12

Location: Camp Greenwoods 2588 Shentai Lu, Sun Island Resort, Qingpu district in Shanghai, China. 

Times: Arrival & Check-in 8-8:45 Saturday morning,

Closing and departures 11:30-12:00 pm Sunday afternoon

Deadline for sign-ups: April 9th  

Cost: 550RMB includes, Camping Fee, Grounds fee, All materials, Handouts, registration, and Meals1 lunch, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast.

Max Capacity: 16

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.