Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Camp Pouch

October 1- October 2

The BALOO Course

It is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. This one-and-one-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program. If you have one, please wear your Class A uniform

Prerequisite Courses: Youth Protection Training. To receive BALOO training certificate, you must attend this outdoor course AND complete the online BALOO Prerequisite Training course prior to the overnight course. (Courses may be taken online at http://my.scouting.org)   Please bring your printed certificates of completion to this course. To earn trained patch you need to have Cubmaster Specifics training as well.

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 attending a Pack overnighter.

Location:  William H. Pouch Scout Camp

Who: Cub Scout Leaders and parent volunteers

Cost: $20 (includes supplies, materials, and meals)

Sign Up Today!   To register for BALOO training, follow this link: https://scoutingevent.com/640-BKBALOO2022 You will receive a receipt upon payment.  Please print it out and bring it with you on training day.

Contact for more information:

Tom Kramer, Lenape Bay District Training Chairperson, kramertowers@msn.com

BALOO Training Personal Gear List

• Tent
• Sleeping bag
• Sleeping pad or mattress
• Sturdy shoes
• Change of clothes
• Sleeping attire
• Mess kit (plate, bowl, cup/mug and eating utensils)
• Soap, washcloth, towel
• Sunglasses & Sunscreen
• Camp chair
• Coat jacket, cap, and gloves
• Rain Gear
• Water bottle
• Flashlight
• Personal medications