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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 any outdoor experience for the pack. When you complete this training you will have an increased level of confidence and a willingness to plan an age-appropriate pack overnighter. 

BALOO Learning Objectives

  1. Understand the focus of the Cub Scout level of the BSA outdoor program. 
  2. Acquire the skills and confidence necessary to plan and carry out a successful Cub Scout-level overnight activity.
  3. 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 
  • Campfire Planning 
  • Campfire demonstration 
  • Outdoor equipment 
  • Planning for success 

By David Eppinger
BALOO Training at Durland

Workshops in: Cub Scout cooking, First aid and sanitation, Nature Hikes and Games, Stoves Lanterns and Fire safety 

Remember, 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

BALOO Flyer and Registration Form 
 

 

Register and Pay Online                    Update an Existing Registration

Next training dates:

Saturday, Apr. 14, 2012 8:52 a.m.

Jones Cabin, Durland Scout Reservation. Register by April 10.

Saturday, Jun. 16, 2012

 

 

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