Training Calendar Snapshot

Training Calendar Snapshot

April, 2008
12 April. Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (B.A.L.O.O.). Wilkesboro / Boone Area. Point of contact is Brenda Walburn, Tbafwalburn@yahoo.com, 336-764-3703. The target participant for BALOO training is a new Cub Scout leader with a desire to plan and carry-out an entry-level outdoor experience for the pack. Successful completion of this training will result in an increased level of confidence and a willingness to plan an age-appropriate pack overnighter. Ideally, this person is a parent who is not already part of the pack leadership team. The person should become a member of the Pack Committee. This position is similar to the person in charge of the pinewood derby, blue and gold banquet, or other special pack activity. He or she is required to attend the actual planned camping event. Please send registration form to council office. Must register at least one week prior to event, cost is $5.00. 12 - 13 April. Boy Scout and Webelos Outdoor Skills Training. Camp Raven Knob. Point of contact is Tom Travis, TTTrack@aol.com , (336) 996-2498. 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. Please send registration form to council office. Must register at least one week prior to event. No "at the door" registrations allowed, due to meals. Starts at 8am Saturday morning. Cost for the course is $25. Packing list will be similar to this example.
September, 2008
27 September. New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Leader Position Specific Training. Forsyth County. Point of Contact is Lynn Frank, laurelscouting@msn.com, (336) 961-6940. New Leader Essentials is an introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforcement are presented during the 90-minute training session. Ideally, all unit-based volunteers�Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing leaders�take this session at the same time, so they understand that they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve. Each leader completes New Leader Essentials training only once. Leader Specific training has been developed for the following positions and their assistants: Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, Webelos den leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack committee members. Cost is FREE! Meals are on your own! Registration starts 30 minutes before sessions begin. New Leaders Essentials course starts at 9:00 AM & Leader Specific starts at 12:30 PM. Please send registration form to council office at least one week prior to event. 25 - 26 September. Boy Scout and Webelos Outdoor Skills Training. Camp Raven Knob. Point of contact is Tom Travis at TTTrack@aol.com , (336) 996-2498. 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. Please send registration form to council office. Must register at least one week prior to event. No "at the door" registrations allowed, due to meals. Starts at 8am Saturday morning. Cost for the course is $25. Packing list will be similar to this example.
October, 2008
11 - 12 October. New Leader Essentials & Boy Scout/Venturing Leader Specific Training. Camp Raven Knob. Point of contact is Ron Carter rcarter@parkdalemills.com / roncartersr@netscape.net. Phone: 336-835-6190 or 336-755-5248. Once a volunteer has a solid overview of the BSA's values-based program (completed New Leader Essentials), he or she can begin training for a specific Scouting position through Leader Specific training. This training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership role. Because each course is designed for a specific leadership position, the training time varies. Leader Specific training has been developed for the following positions and their assistants: Scoutmasters, Troop Committee members, Venturing committee members, Venturing Advisors, and Chartered Organization Representatives. Cost is FREE. Bring a bag lunch and/or breakfast. Beverages will be provided. Adirondacks are available for those staying overnight after New Leader Essentials. Please send registration form to council office at least one week prior to event. New Leader Essentials starts 7pm, 11 October. Position Specific starts at 8am, 12 October. 2 October Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (B.A.L.O.O.). Camp Raven Knob. Point of contact is Brenda Walburn, Tbafwalburn@yahoo.com, 336-764-3703. The target participant for BALOO training is a new Cub Scout leader with a desire to plan and carry-out an entry-level outdoor experience for the pack. Successful completion of this training will result in an increased level of confidence and a willingness to plan an age-appropriate pack overnighter. Ideally, this person is a parent who is not already part of the pack leadership team. The person should become a member of the Pack Committee. This position is similar to the person in charge of the pinewood derby, blue and gold banquet, or other special pack activity. He or she is required to attend the actual planned camping event. Please send registration form to council office. Must register at least one week prior to event, cost is $5.00.
November, 2008
1 November. New Leader Essentials and Cub Scout Leader Position Specific Training. Forsyth County. Point of Contact is Lynn Frank, laurelscouting@msn.com, (336) 961-6940. New Leader Essentials is an introductory session that highlights the values, aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. It addresses how these aims and methods are reached in an age-appropriate style within Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. Videos, discussions, and hands-on reinforcement are presented during the 90-minute training session. Ideally, all unit-based volunteers�Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing leaders�take this session at the same time, so they understand that they are all striving for the same results with the youth they serve. Each leader completes New Leader Essentials training only once. Leader Specific training has been developed for the following positions and their assistants: Tiger Cub den leaders, Cub Scout den leaders, Webelos den leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack committee members. Cost is FREE! Meals are on your own! Registration starts 30 minutes before sessions begin. New Leaders Essentials course starts at 9:00 AM & Leader Specific starts at 12:30 PM. Please send registration form to council office at least one week prior to event.