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Outdoor leader skills
January 14-15, 2012
Camp Tukabatchee
(Not at Camp Hobbs)
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, 2nd year 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 Wood Badge, Scoutmasters,
Assistant Scoutmasters, Committee Members need to be fully trained.
The course will be offered on Saturday and Sunday, at Camp Dexter Hobbs. Registration is 7:30 a.m. and you must be ready to start the course by 8:00 a.m. Please pre-register by attaching a check for $25.00 to the registration form and mail
to the Council Service Center so that your registration is received NLT January 10: OLS Training, Tukabatchee Area Council, 3067 Carter Hill Road, Montgomery,
AL 36111. Those registering the day of the course will have an increase
in the fee to $35.00. Upon early registration you will receive further instructions and a list of supplies
needed or visit the Ecunchatee District website below to download the gear list. Please download the Annual BSA Health and
Medical Record and have parts A and C filled out. Also include a copy of your insurance card.
For more information contact your District Executive at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688
or you can visit us online at www.tukabatcheebsa.org or
www.tukabatchee.org/ecunchatee/id27.html (for downloading camping gear
checklist and directions to camp).
Course director can be contacted by email:
Henry
Lucas – smtroop1@hotmail.com
B A L O O
Saturday
April 28, 2012
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Camp Dexter Hobbs
Cost: $18.00 if pre-registered by Wed befor the start of the course,
$23.00 if registering after that(Includes lunch, snacks and handouts)
This
is an energetic training that will cover everything a Cub Scout Leader needs 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! You will receive a notebook full of information. Bring a lawn chair and come have fun. Please download the Annual BSA Health and Medical Record and have
parts A and C filled out. Also include a copy of your insurance card.
To
register, complete the form below and get it to the Council
Service Center.
For more information call us at 334-262-2697 or
1-800-977-2688
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.
Position 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
Go to the Program Flyer tab or Council
/ Distirct Calendar for training dates and locations.
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Moccasin Gap is sure to be a wild ride
Plan an exciting fun filled adventure down the Coosa River with your group this Summer. Canoes with life jackets and paddles
are available for rent at a minimal cost of $100.00 per trailer (this includes six canoes with jackets and paddles).
There are two full trailers available at the Alabama Power Company building in Wetumpka. Once you put in below Jordan Dam
ride the rapids of the Coosa river down through the rocks of Moccasin Gap. Many groups get out here, have lunch and take a
dip in the water. The its back in the canoes to ease one down the river to take out point (the boat landing in Wetumpka).
This canoe run is close, convenient, and makes for a full day of fun. To make your groups reservation or received more
information contact: Denise Miller at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.
Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience
The COPE course is an exciting program which involves a series of challenging outdoor activities. There are initiatives
games, a high and low ropes course, a rappelling tower and climbing wall. The one day program includes several of these activities
and lunch. Some of the events involve a group effort, while others test individual skills and agility.
Participants balance, swing, jump and think through solutions to a variety of challenges. Come test your groups skills
and see if they live up to what you thought they may be.
The cost for a member is $35.00 per participant or a minimum of $300.00, which ever is greater. For a non-member the cost
is $45.00 per participant or a minimum of $400.00, which ever is greater. Other packages and full COPE program are available.
To make your group reservations or receive more information: Contact Denise Miller at 334-262-2697 or 1-800-977-2688.
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