Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS)

Who should Attend

IOLS is the required outdoor training for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, Varsity Coaches and Assistant Varsity Coaches, and Venturing Advisors and Associate Venturing Advisors (Crews with Outdoor program, effective 1 Jan 2010). The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook and focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.

What to Bring

Your BSA ID number, proof of Youth Protection training, Tent, Flashlight, Scout Uniform, Rain Gear, note taking items, sleeping bag/bedroll, personal toiletries, compass, Day-pack/book bag, Unit specific leaders handbook, Scout handbook, pocket knife, Camp Chair (optional) and Current BSA Health Form: parts A & B including photocopy of insurance card.

Locations:
Classroom: On Wednesday, April 13 will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints on Glenkirk Road in Gainesville.
Overnight: The Weekend session (Friday, April 22 to Saturday, April 23) will be held at Camp Snyder. Please arrive no later than 6pm on Friday. We will conclude no later than 5 pm on Saturday.

Attendance

Attendees must attend the Classroom session, and the Overnight session to recieve credit for the course. Attendees will be assigned into patrols for the weekend at the Wednesday classroom session, and several requirements will be completed during the classroom session in advance of the weekend session. Students will eat and work as patrols. Cooking meals at the campsite is part of the training program. Patrols will need to purchase food for their meals during the weekend session and this cost is not included in the cost of the course. No dinner will be provided on Friday, so please eat before you arrive at Camp Snyder. 

A minimum of eight participants is required for the course to run.