November 7th – 8th

Camp Emerson
53155 Idyllbrook Drive
Idyllwild CA , 92549
$45

IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills) and BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) are essential training courses provided by Scouting America to prepare leaders for outdoor adventures with their units. Here’s what they involve:

BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation):

• Purpose: Prepares Cub Scout leaders to conduct safe and fun overnight camping trips for Cub Scouts (grades K-5).

• Key Features:

  • Focused on Cub Scout-level outdoor activities.

  • A combination of online and in-person training.

  • Ensures at least one BALOO-trained adult is present on any Cub Scout overnight campout.

• Topics Covered:

  • BSA’s camping policies and guidelines.

  • Campfire program planning and outdoor activities.

  • Proper meal planning and preparation.

  • Basic outdoor safety and emergency procedures.

  • Setting up a safe and fun camping environment.

• Who Needs BALOO?

  • At least one adult leader in a Cub Scout pack attending an overnight outing.

  • Recommended for Den Leaders, Cubmasters, and Assistant Cubmasters.

IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills):

• Purpose: Provides Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, and other adult leaders with the basic outdoor skills required for Scouts BSA (ages 11-17) camping and advancement.

• Key Features:

  • Focused on Scouts BSA-level outdoor activities.

  • Hands-on course that simulates a Scout camping experience.

  • Required for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters to be considered trained.

• Topics Covered:

  • Outdoor skills for rank advancement (e.g., cooking, knots, first aid).

  • Camp setup and safety protocols.

  • Map and compass navigation.

  • Fire-building, outdoor ethics, and Leave No Trace principles.

  • Basic wilderness survival techniques.

• Who Needs IOLS?

  • Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, and other adults involved in outdoor programming for Scouts BSA.

November 21st
8:30am to 3:30pm

Camp Emerson
53155 Idyllbrook Dr
Idyllwild CA
$65

NRA Basic Pistol Instructor Course is designed to prepare qualified individuals to teach the NRA Basics of Pistol Shooting Course. Participants will learn NRA instructional methods, range safety procedures, firearm handling and operation, shooting fundamentals, student evaluation, and techniques for effectively teaching new pistol shooters.

Important: Do not bring personal firearms to this course. 

Additional course requirements, equipment needs, and prerequisite information will be provided prior to the training.