Training is an extremely important step in being a good and fun leader for a group of elementary school boys. In our effort to help you get the training you need, here is information and links to various Cub Scout Leader Training courses/sessions.

Remember, Cub Scout Leaders are only considered "Trained" when they have completed both New Leader Essentials AND Leader Specific Training.   Webelos Leaders are only considered completely trained when they have completed New Leader Essentials, Leader Specific Training AND Outdoor Webelos Leader (OWL) Training.   Also, each Unit is required to have AT LEAST one (1) Leader trained in BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) in order for the unit to be able to participate in camping activities.

Upcoming Cub Scout Leader Training dates:

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New Leader Essentials - $3.00 each course
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Cub Scout Leader Specific Training - $3.00 each course
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Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) - $10.00 each course
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Outdoor Webelos Leader Training (OWL) - $20.00 each course
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New Leader? Need some quick training? Take the Cub Scout Fast Start Training on-line.

What Training do I need?

Here's a rundown on the differences between all the training sessions:

New Leader Essentials - prevents an overview of the core elements of Scouting, including the BSA's Mission, aims and methods. It provides leaders a look at available resources. Leaders will get a clear understanding of Scouting's expectations of adult leadership.

Cub Scout Leader Specific Training - for all Cub Scout Leaders, Assistants, Webelos Leaders, Assistant Webelos Leaders, Pack Committee Members, Cubmasters, Assistant Cubmasters and any interested parents. This course will give you an understanding of the responsibilities of a leadership position and the secretes of running a successful program filled with ENTHUSIASM!

OWL Training (Outdoor Webelos Leader Training) - specifically designed to give you the skills you need to be a GREAT Webelos Leader! Not only will you experience fun, hands-on activities relating to Forester, Geologist, Naturalist, and Outdoorsman Webelos pins, but you will also learn about planning overnight campouts, site/tent selection, bedding/weather, cooking/sanitation, fire building, knots, ropes, woods tools and first aid. You also meet new friends and laugh a lot. Leaders leave this training with excitement for the Webelos Program and lots of ideas to utilize with their Webelos Patrol. This training occurs mostly outdoors.

BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) - BSA requires each Pack to have at least one person trained in BALOO to participate in any Pack or Den outdoor activities. It is designed to help Cub Scout Leaders learn the following: Basic camping skills, campsite selection methods, planning techniques, easy cooking skills and other outdoor skills needed to conduct successful and SAFE outdoor activities appropriate for Cub Scouts.

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