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Boy Scout Leaders: whether you have been in
Scouting for many years or are just starting out, the Boy Scout Leader
Assessment Tool is for you. The online assessment will help Scouters of all
experience levels discover opportunities to refresh their understanding of
Scouting and determine how to update their skills.
This assessment tool is available
here.
Boy Scout Outdoor Program
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Basic Adult
Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
This training provides hands-on learning experience designed to
give leaders the techniques they need to plan and conduct pack
overnight camping. [At least one Cub
Scout Leader must be BALOO Trained in order for a Pack to participate
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Outdoor Leader
Skills for Webelos Leaders (OWL)
Webelos Leader Outdoor Training (WLOT) Designed
specifically for Webelos den leaders and their assistants, the
Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders course teaches
outdoor-related skills through demonstration and hands-on
practice. Webelos den leaders should attend this training before
conducting Webelos overnight camping with the boys and parents
of the den. In addition to covering basic camping skills, this
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Outdoor Leadership Skills
Introduction to Outdoor Leader 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 because it focuses on
skills that build confidence and competence in leaders
conducting outdoor camping experiences.
The course is a day and a half long, but a leader can move at an
accelerated pace by demonstrating mastery of a specific skill.
The emphasis is on the skill, rather than on attending the
course.
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Trek
Safely is designed to help youth and adult
leaders plan and carry out a safe trekking experience for the
members of their unit. Similar to Safe Swim Defense, Safety
Afloat, and Climb On Safely,. |
Trek Planning
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TROOP OUTING/TOUR PERMIT PLEDGE
OF PERFORMANCE |
- We will use the Safe Swim Defense in any swimming
activity. Safety Afloat in all craft activity on the water,
and Climb on Safely for climbing activity.
- We will use trucks only for transporting equipment—no
passengers except in the cab. All passenger cars, station
wagons, recreational vehicles, and cabs of trucks will have
a seat belt for each passenger.
- We agree to enforce reasonable travel speed (in
accordance with national, state, and local laws) and use
only vehicles that are in safe mechanical condition.
- We will be certain that fires are attended at all times.
- We will apply for a fire permit from local authorities
in all areas where it is required.
- We will at all times be a credit to the Boy Scouts of
America and will not tolerate un-Scoutlike conduct, keeping
a constant check on all members of our group.
- We will maintain high standards of personal cleanliness
and orderliness and will operate a clean and sanitary camp,
leaving it in a better condition than we found it.
- We will not litter or bury any trash, garbage, or tin
cans. All rubbish that cannot be burned will be placed in a
tote-litter bag and taken to the nearest recognized trash
disposal, or all the way home if necessary.
- We will not deface trees, restrooms, or other objects
with initials or writing.
- We will respect the property of others and will not
trespass.
- We will not cut standing trees or shrubs without
specific permission from the landowner or manager.
- We will collect only souvenirs that are gifts to us and
that we purchase.
- We will pay our own way and not expect concessions or
entertainment from any individual or group.
- We will provide every member of our party an opportunity
to attend religious services on the Sabbath.
- We will observe the courtesy to write thank-you notes to
persons who assisted us on our trip.
- We will, in case of backcountry expedition, read and
abide by the Wilderness Use Policy of the BSA.
- We will notify, in case of serious trouble, our local
council service center, our parents, or other local contact.
- If more than one vehicle is used to transport our group,
we will establish rendezvous points at the start of each day
and not attempt to have drivers closely follow the group
vehicle in front of them.
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The Leave No Trace principles might seem unimportant until you
consider the combined effects of millions of outdoor visitors. One
poorly located campsite or campfire may have little significance,
but thousands of such instances seriously degrade the outdoor
experience for all. Leaving no trace is everyone's responsibility.
Learning more about the seven principles of Leave No Trace and
techniques for disseminating these low impact skills.
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
- Dispose of Waste Properly
- Leave What You Find
- Minimize Campfire Impacts
- Respect Wildlife
- and Be Considerate of Other Visitors
Leave No Trace Resources
http://www.blm.gov/education/lnt
http://www.lnt.org
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CLIMBING
Age-Appropriate Guidelines
Climbing and Rappelling.
National BSA standards ("Climb on Safely")
require councils, districts, merit badge counselors and units
participating in climbing/rappelling activities to have
qualified Instructors at the activity site beginning 1/01/01.
BSA standards recognize qualified instructors from nationally
recognized climbing schools, colleges, or a certified BSA
climbing instructor.
Experienced climbers can help keep climbing/rappelling as
part of BSA activities by becoming a trained BSA instructor for
your unit, district, or council.
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Climb On Safely (youth and adults)
Designed for unit climbing/rappelling, Climb On Safely, No.
20-099, is the BSA's recommended procedure for organizing and
managing climbing and rappelling activities.
BSA Adult Leader Training Certifications
BSA Climbing Instructor Certification is
offered at three levels:
- Lead Instructor (a minimum of 21 years
old)
- Instructor (a minimum of 18 years old)
- Instructor-In-Training (a minimum of
16 years old)
Note: Adult leaders will need to attend training courses for
any BSA tower/facility as each facility is different and has
different policies/procedures.
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BSA recognizes the need for depth and
development of instructors in the climbing/rappelling program,
therefore offers the Instructor-in-Training program. If you lack
experience or you are under age for the climbing instructor
certification BSA climbing instructors-in-training gain valuable
knowledge and hands on experience as they assist instructors in
the many responsibilities of running climbing and rappelling
activities. Whenever they assist participants engaged in any
events at a climbing/rappelling area, instructors-in-training
must be under the direct supervision of a trained BSA climbing
director or lead instructor. The qualifications expected of a
BSA climbing instructor-in-training include, but are not limited
to, the following:
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Instructors of BSA climbing/rappelling
activities are capable, safety conscious teachers. They are the
onsite personnel (either camp staff or volunteer leaders) who
instruct and manage the climbing/rappelling activities of a
district, council, pack, troop or team. They must exercise good
judgement and dependability, and relate well to youth and to
adults. A BSA climbing instructor must obtain a certificate of
completion of training every two years from a currently trained
climbing director. The qualities expected of a BSA climbing
instructor include, but are not limited to, the following:
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C.O.P.E. is a
Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience on our outstanding
Challenge Course. Challenge course programming emphasizes
learning by doing. Scouts and Scouters are guided through
initiative problems and low and high ropes course challenges to
help you develop
Leadership skills, Communication skills, Problem Solving,
Confidence, Self-esteem, Goal setting skills, Decision making
skills, teamwork, trust.
It is a challenging,
rewarding, demanding, and fun course.
COPE Staff Training: COPE Staff is for adults
18 and older who enjoy helping others develop their skills in a
wilderness setting. We guide Scouts, Scouters, and people of all
sizes, shapes, and physical abilities through initiative
problems and low and high ropes course challenges. Challenge
course programming emphasizes learning by doing. Courses are
designed to develop leadership, goal setting, communication,
decision-making, problem solving, teamwork, confidence, trust,
and self-esteem.
Project COPE manual, No. 34371C |
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Climbing Director: National Camping
School (1 week)
Beginning in 2000, each region will offer at least two weeklong
climbing sections at National Camping School. Participants who
successfully complete this section will be issued a certificate
of completion of training as a BSA climbing director.
A climbing director must be at least 21 years of age. Over a
period of at least three days, climbing directors are empowered
to train BSA climbing instructors who are at least 18 years of
age.
A BSA climbing director or BSA climbing instructor who is at
least 21 years of age must supervise the BSA climbing/rappelling
site.
A minimum of two BSA climbing directors and/or BSA climbing
instructors must be present during the operation of any BSA
climbing or rappelling activity.
Each BSA climbing director or BSA climbing instructor supervises
no more than six participants, including adult leaders, in
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OKPIK (Winter Camping) Training |
This course will cover the skills and techniques required for
planning and leading a successful, safe, and enjoyable winter camping
outing. Cold weather camping training is designed for adult leaders of
scout troops and venture crews. Leaders may also approve
youth to attend. The objective is for you to gain the knowledge so
you can feel comfortable and confident in conducting your own cold
weather camping program in your troop or crew.
Fundamentals of cold weather camping topics
- clothing systems
- sleeping systems
- first aid
- food
- cooking
- shelters
- transportation
- equipment you can make at home
- program tips
Topics covered in the course:
- Winter travel
- Winter camp living
- Navigation in the snow
- Equipment
- Snow shelters
- Cooking
- Cold weather first aid
- Where to trek and snow camp
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Powder Horn
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Introduction
The Powder Horn course is designed to introduce and expose Venturing
and Boy Scouting adult unit leaders to the activities and resources
necessary to operate a successful outdoor/high adventure unit-level
program.
It is based on the eight core and eighteen electives found in the
Venturing Ranger program. It is intended to help adult leaders get out
of the box in finding and using resources and in the way they lead their
unit-level high adventure programs.
No high adventure skills are taught in this course. It is designed to
have some disciplines introduced with a hands-on segment. Example: For
scuba if a pool is available, it is suggested to do a Discover Scuba (PADI)
session where participants get into a shallow pool and wear scuba gear.
It is not scuba certification. Participants will not learn how to rock
climb or shoot a skeet course, but will learn where to go to find those
who can teach these skills to Boy Scouts and Venturers.
Purpose
The course is designed to help unit-level adult leaders to:
- Find the resources necessary for a high adventure program.
- Understand what is involved in different high adventure
disciplines.
- Run a high adventure program safely.
Learning Objectives
- Learn what resources are available to support a high adventure
program.
- Learn where to find the resources.
- Learn how to use the resources.
- Learn how to safely do a high adventure program.
- Learn what is involved with different high adventure
disciplines.
Requirements
- Be a registered BSA adult.
- Have a current BSA Class III physical
- Have Scout Executive approvali>Have Scout Executive approval
For additional information, visit the "Unofficial"
Powder Horn
website.
How A Council Hosts A Course
- Council leadership commits to hosting a course and applies to
their region in writing asking for approval to host a course.
- Decide on a 7-day or weekend course.
- In the application to their region, include the name of your
course director.
- Course director must have previously been to a Powder Horn
course and be capable of providing course leadership and direction.
- Set the course fee and dates.
- Assign a staff advisor.
- Request course syllabus (version 3) from your region.
- Best to set dates at least a year out, two even better.
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