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 Basic
Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) training is for any 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.
The goal of the pack overnight activity is to provide a successful
pack event that is:
- Age appropriate
- Based on the purposes of Cub Scouting
- Successful in whetting the appetite of the Cub Scout, his parents,
and the leaders who want to do more in the outdoors
BALOO Learning Objectives
- Understand the focus of the Cub Scout level of the BSA outdoor
program.
- Acquire the skills and confidence necessary to plan and carry out a
successful Cub Scout-level overnight activity.
- Increase the their knowledge of the resources available from the BSA
for carrying out this activity.
Elements of this training include:
- Aims and purposes of the BSA outdoor program
- Health and safety issues
- Program elements
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- Campfire Planning
- Campfire demonstration
- Outdoor equipment
- Planning for success
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| By David Eppinger |
| BALOO Training at Clear Lake, 2005 |
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Workshops in: Cub Scout cooking, First aid and sanitation, Nature Hikes
and Games, Stoves Lanterns and Fire safety
Remember, as of January 1, 2003 a BALOO trained person needs to sign
the Tour Permit that your Pack submits to the Council and attend the
camping event that your Pack has planned. Our primary
reference material is the Cub Scout training syllabus for this experience
plus additional materials developed by the Trainers.
Fee: $15.00 includes refreshments, lunch. and printed handout materials
Jones Cabin ~ Durland (formerly Clear Lake) Scout Reservation
Next training dates:
Saturday, Jun. 14, 2008 8:45 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | |
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