Every Scout deserves a trained leader. That's not just a cliche. The Phoenix District believes training is important because it gives Scouters more resources to offer fun, exciting and safe programs for our Scouts. Our excellent training team is offering a variety of sessions this fall to help Scouters in all positions Be Prepared for the upcoming year. Some of these trainings are available in a series of online videos but in-person training allows Scouters to learn from other Scouters, share ideas and ask questions. |
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| BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) | Oct. 13-14 | Troop 1323 Hut (5927 Louetta Rd.) |
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BALOO is a BSA national training that introduces Cub Scout leaders to the basics of Cub Scout camping and outdoor events. It is an overnight event. One BALOO trained leader is required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including packing camping, overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. We recommend each Pack has multiple BALOO trained leaders to make sure an event isn't canceled if one leader can't attend. |
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BALOO training is comprised of two components – an online component, and a practical, hands-on component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a BALOO trained leader. The online component at my.scouting.org contains introductory and basic information and must be completed prior to the practical component. The practical component is an overnight campout. |
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Oct. 14-15 | Troop 87/1920 Hut (6410 Spring Cypress Rd.) |
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IOLS provides adult leaders of Troops the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the outdoors. It is an overnight event. IOLS and Scoutmaster Specific are required for an adult leader to be a fully-trained Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster.
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Working as patrols, this hands-on course will help leaders feel comfortable teaching Scouts the basic skills required to obtain the First Class rank. Topics covered during IOLS are Campsite Selection; Ropes – Whipping, Tying, and Lashing; Wood Tools – Knife, Camp Saw, and Ax; Fire Site Preparation and Building; Cooking; First Aid; Plant and Animal Identification; Packing and Hiking Techniques; Map and Compass; Leave No Trace. |
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Sam Houston Area Council also offers a vareity of in-person training as well as resources for online training. | | Council Training Calendar |
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