Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)
The BALOO training
will give Cub Scout Leaders the tools they will need to successfully lead a pack camping program
in their units. BALOO training will provide a new leader with minimal camping experience the
basic skills needed for great pack camping outings.
Who should attend?
All leaders eager to have a great pack outdoors program. But, at least
one leader in each pack should have BALOO training
BALOO is specifically designed
for a Cub Scout leader who has minimal camping experience but wants to plan and carry out an
entry-level outdoor experience for the pack. The goal of this pack outdoor experience is to
provide a successful outing that is fun while being based on the principles of Cub Scouting.
At BALOO you will learn about:
- The aims and purposes of the BSA progressive camping program
- How to plan a pack outdoor experience
- The Cub Scout Outdoor Essentials list of equipment
- Different kinds of sleeping bags
- The best types of tents for Cub Scout camping
- Planning successful and fun campfire programs
- Building safe campfires
- The CAMPING safety program
- Age appropriate worship services
- Cooking in the outdoors
- Stoves and Lanterns
- First aid
- Sanitation in camp
- Nature hikes
- Outdoor games
Please bring the following items with you:
Drinking cup for hot and cold beveragesPen or pencil and paper
Raingear (there will be outdoor activities)
There will be no provisions for children!
