6401 Union Grove Church Rd
Hillsborough NC 27278
Registration is OPEN.
The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors. Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a Scout-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors.
Required Training for: SCOUTMASTERS & ASSISTANTS
Recommended for: VENTURING and SEA SCOUT leaders & ASSISTANTS
Trained leaders provide better programs for the young men and women they serve in their troops and crews. This is a required training course for all Scoutmasters & Assistants (in addition to the position-specific training for that position). Though not required, this is strongly encouraged for all Crew Advisors & Assistants
In this course, you will learn the Tenderfoot through 1st Class outdoor skills required to instruct your Scouts and lead safe & fun outdoor programs. Topics include: Campsite Selection, Backpacking & Hiking Techniques, Knots & Lashings, Woods Tools, Fire Building, Map & Compass Use, Plant & Animal Identification, First Aid, and lots more.
Schedule:
7-8:30 pm Wednesday, November 12th – Mandatory Zoom Meeting
5:30 pm Friday, November 14th – Registration/Campsite Selection Opens
6:30 pm Friday, November 14th – Training Starts
11:30 am Sunday, November 16th – Training Ends
Cost: $50.00 — Includes meals (Friday cracker barrel, Saturday breakfast/lunch/dinner/cracker barrel, & Sunday breakfast), course materials and a 2-night camping experience.
Refunds may be made, through close of Registration.
Prerequisite: Scouters must have completed Youth Protection Training as well as the position specific course for their position. Both are available at my.scouting.org.
Course Director: Cynthia Abell-Brown, ScouterCAB@gmail.com, 919-946-8060
Please inform the Course Director of any special needs or dietary restrictions
Registration closes midnight November 1st, or when course is full.
