Boy Scouts of America® Rip Van Winkle Council

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

BALOO training is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack camping overnights and Webelos den overnighters.  BALOO training is comprised of two components - an online component and a practical, hands-on component.  Both components must be completed to qualify as a "TRAINED" Cub Scout Outdoor Leader.  The online component must be completed prior to the practical component.  The online training contains introductory and basic information that will be built upon during the practical training. 

This one-and-a-half-day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities.  BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands-on practical.  BSA's Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the discovery of the necessary tools to help units carry out a successful camping experience.  Completion of this course is MANDATORY for a MINIMUM OF ONE adult on a Pack overnighter. 

Course Director: Catina Leon 

When: Saturday, October 19 into Sunday, October 20 8:30AM Registration 9:00AM Session begin

Where: STEM Center Camp Tri-Mount Boy Scout Road East Jewett, NY

Fee: $10.00

CAMPING OPORTUNITY 

The camping option is ONLY for registered adult trainees and their families.  You and your family may family camp for the weekend while you are in training.  

Fees: 

Adult $10 

Youth $15   /  late fee $18 after October 8th

 

Youth and non-trainee adults will be able to enjoy the activities of our Fall Family Fun Day on Saturday.  Saturday evening, after dinner, there will be a movie in the mess hall.  On Sunday, Scouts and adults can enjoy some activities, crafts and games.  

Meals will be provided and families can come cook and eat together. Saturday lunch and Dinner.  Sunday breakfast. 

Campers may come up on Friday night to get set up.  Meals Friday night and Saturday morning are the responsibility of the family.  First come, first choice of set up.  We are a carry in/carry out site for garbage.  Please be prepared to take your garbage home with you at the end of the weekend from your campsite.