The Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) course builds and expands on the concepts and themes introduced in Scoutmaster Position-Specific Training and provides Scouters with the confidence to take youth into the outdoors. 

Specifically, this hands-on program gives adult leaders a practical introduction to the patrol method of a Scout-led troop by teaching many of the practical outdoor skills they need to lead scouts in the out-of-doors. In addition, the teaching methods, activities, and games model the variety of teaching used in effective and engaging Scouting programs. 

It is designed for Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and junior assistant Scoutmasters. However, committee members and other adults connected to a Scout troop are welcome to attend. When Scoutmaster Position-Specific training and introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (IOLS) have both been completed, new scoutmasters will have the tools need to begin an effective Scouting program. 

Prerequisites- Participants must have completed Scouts BSA- Scoutmaster Position Specific Training, Youth Protection, and Hazardous Weather Training, all located in my.scouting.org 

Lunch will be provided.

Registration is required, NO walk ins.

Date: March 22 through 23, 2024
Time: 7:00 pm on the 22nd  to 6:00 pm on the 23rd.
Location: Pine Ridge Scout Reservation

What to bring:
Dress for the weather - Hiking boots, rain gear etc. This is an outdoor class and we train in rain.
Compass
Pocket Knife/ Leatherman
Water Bottle
Writing Material
Sunscreen, Bug Spray
Small Day Pack to carry materials

Please direct questions to Jon Bain jon.bain.bsa@outlook.com