Basic Leader Training

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Check here for the posting of opportunities and information regarding adult leader training for Boy Scout, Cub Scout, Venture Scout and Exploring leaders. Training for adult leaders makes certain program participants are provided the most competent and informed leaders to guide them through the various scouting experiences. Online, trainer-led and self-paced courses are available for consideration.

Training for adult leaders also provides the council, program participants and leaders with the knowledge of issues and challenges faced by the BSA in the modern world.

So take an opportunity to review with your troop's, pack's or sponsoring organization's leadership to determine what is appropriate and necessary for you to become the best leader. Don't we owe it to the youth we lead to give them the very best? Every youth deserves a trained leader.




Basic Leader Training

Who Should Attend?

  • All new cub scout, boy scout and venturing Leaders.
    All scout leaders taking on new positions in the pack,
    troop or crew.
  • All experienced scouters who want to improve their
    skills of leadership.
  • All leaders who are interested in attending advanced training (Wood Badge). You must be fully trained for your position to participate in that course.
  • For more information or if you need training contact your District Executive at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.

What is Basic Leader Training?
The New Basic Leader Training comprises two parts: New Leader Essentials for all unit-level leaders and Leader Specific Training, which is based on the
leader's unit-level position.
New Leader Essentials is an introductory session that highlights the values,
aims, history, funding, and methods of Scouting. Leader Specific Training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership position.

These Positions include:

  • Tiger Den Leader
  • Den Leader
  • Assistant Den Leader
  • Assistant Scoutmaster
  • Crew Advisor
  • Assistant Cubmaster
  • Webelos Den Leader
  • Assistant Webelos Den Leader
  • Pack Committee Member
  • Pack Committee Chair
  • Troop Committee Member
  • Troop Committee Chair
  • Associate Crew Advisor
  • Crew Committee Member
  • Pack Trainer
  • Scoutmaster
  • Cubmaster



BALOO - Outdoor Training for Cub Scout Leaders!

Saturday August 16, 2008
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Camp Dexter Hobbs
Cost: $17.00
(Includes lunch, snacks and handouts)

This is an energetic training that will cover everything you need to know to plan a fun pack overnighter.

It's more than just camping - it includes ideas for outdoor activities, games and ceremonies; information on selecting and using camping equipment; how to run a campfire program; hands-on Cub Scout cooking demonstrations!

In short, everything you need to know to make your overnighter a fun, successful event!

To register, Down load a Registration Form and get it to the Council Service Center.
For more information call us at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.

Outdoor Leader Skills - Outdoor Training for Webelos, Boy Scout and Venturing Leaders!

This hands-on training program gives adult leaders the practical outdoor skills they need to lead Scouts in the out-of-doors. Imagine having hands-on knowledge setting up a campsite, pitching a tent, hiking, outdoor cooking - all the skills necessary to see the outdoor program of the Boy Scouts of America come to life.

Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Webelos Den Leaders, Venturing Crew Advisors and any registered leaders who will be camping with Scouts need to include this weekend of learning on their training agenda. Scoutmasters, you are not fully trained until you have attended OLS.

To attend Woodbadge, Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members need to be fully trained.

The course will be two weekend sessions, Part 1, Saturday, August 1, 2008 and Part 2, Friday & Saturday, August 15 - 16, 2008, both at Camp Dexter Hobbs. Registration is at 7:30 a.m. and you must be ready to start the course by 8:00 a.m.

Please pre-register by Downloading a registration form, filling it out, including a check for $25.00 and mail to: OLS Training, Tukabatchee Area Council, 3067 Carter Hill Road, Montgomery, AL 36111.

You may also register upon arrival to the course with an increase in the fee to $30.00. Upon early registration you will receive further instructions and a list of supplies needed.

Participants will need to bring their own camping gear.

For more information contact your District Executive at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.