6407 Union Grove Church Rd
Hillsborough NC
IOLS Training
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.
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.
Upcoming local training:
Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 7-8:30 pm (Zoom)
Friday-Sunday, October 20-22, 2023
Union Grove United Methodist Church
6407 Union Grove Church Rd., Hillsborough, NC 27278
7-8:30 pm Wednesday, 10/11 – Mandatory Zoom Meeting
5:30 pm Friday, 10/20 – Registration/Campsite Selection Opens
6:30 pm Friday, 10/20 – Training Starts
11:30 am Sunday, 10/22 – Training Ends
Training for: SCOUTMASTERS, VENTURING ADVISORS, & 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. 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.
Cost: $45.00 — 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: Randy Bernstein, Randy@RBern.com, 919-698-5760
Please inform the Course Director of any special needs or dietary restrictions
Registration closes October 8, or when course is full.
