THIS IS AN IN-PERSON EVENT ONLY

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (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 the Scouts BSA program of Scouting America

PRE-REQUISITES

(must be completed BEFORE the course is taken)

• Registered Adult; 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Am I required to camp overnight?
  • Yes! For both IOLS 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.
• What's the alternative date of the training if it is cancelled due to bad weather?
  • No alternative date at this time.
• Where are we staying and what amenities are available?
  • https://www.troop412.hk/events/campsites/gilwell
  • Venue includes showers (hot water), toilets, boiled and drinking water, fridge, freezer, parking, and much more. 
• Participant & Camping Staff (adults only) Fees include 
  • Overnight and day-camp camping fees
  • All program materials
  • Meals: Dinner, Cracker Barrel, Breakfast and Trail Lunch
• Things it does not include
  • Transportation to and from the venue (the campsite is in a remote area and has parking. Carpooling is encouraged.)
  • Your tent, sleeping bag, camping gear, etc. 
  • Your personal items like clothes, toiletries, etc.