EaglesNest Back Country Skills Training
Who Should Attend?:
- Scoutmasters
- Assistant Scoutmasters
- Venturing Crew Advisors
- Crew Assistant Advisors
- District Outdoor Skills Trainers
- Youth Leaders
- Anyone wanting to hone their back country skills and have fun
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Topics Covered:
- Trek planning
- Food selection & prep
- Equipment needs
- Fitting, packing, & wearing a backpack
- On the trail tips
- Navigation
- Trail first aid
- Hammock hang
- Water filtration/purification
- Backpacking stoves
- Risk management
- Leave No Trace
- Personal Hygiene
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Requirements:
- For adults: completion position-specific training
- For youth Scouts: 1st Class Rank or above
- For Venturers and Sea Scouts: No requirement
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Preparation:
- Come prepared with a BSA Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A & B)
- Build up appropriate physical capability for backpacking
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Dates & Rates:
Course fee: $115
Staff fee: $40
Part One (Instructional): September 9, 2023
Camp Oest,
1800 Robinson Mill Road, Darlington, MD 21034
Part Two (Practical): October 6-8, 2023
Bee Tree Preserve, 399 Kauffman Rd, Parkton, MD 21120
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