This hands-on program gives adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Imagine having hands-on knowledge setting up a campsite, pitching a tent, hiking, outdoor cooking — all the skills necessary to see the outdoor program of the Boy Scouts of America come to life.
This new training course is designed for new adult leaders to learn the outdoor skills they need to teach Scouts through the First Class rank and will be required for all Scouters planning on attending the new Wood Badge course. Instructors will help you learn how to set up camp, cook, work with woods tool and ropes, first aid, planning campfire programs, map reading and compass skills, hiking and packing techniques, nature identification, and Leave No Trace. Each outdoor session will bring to life the pages of the Boy Scout Handbook to help deliver the promise of Scouting to yourself and the youth you serve. It will increase your comfort level and give your confidence as a trained leader. The program will also give you the opportunity to work with other Scout leaders from your area, meet new friends, and reinforce skill techniques with fellow unit leaders. Successful completion of Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will be prerequisite for Wood Badge
Course topics include:
- Campsite Selection
- Ropes - Whipping, Tying, and Lashing
- Woods Tools
- Fire
- Site Preparation and Building
- Cooking
- First Aid
- Plant Identification
- Animal Identification
- Packing and Hiking Techniques
- Map and Compass
- Leave No Trace
Introduction to Outdoor Leaders Skills is the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and Varsity Scout coaches. The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is also ideal for Venturing leaders since it focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences. Webelos leaders are highly encouraged to attend this training. Cub Scout leaders are also welcome to participate in this training.
Boy Scout Leader Fast Start and New Leader Essentials should be completed prior to enrolling in this course.
Outdoor skills are critical to the success of the Scouting program, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to start a program right.
Please contact your district training chair for more information about scheduled training. |
