Boy Scouts of America® Chickasaw Council

B.A.L.O.O. Training at First Cumberland Presbyterian, September 2024

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (B.A.L.O.O.) training is being offered for Cub Scout leaders at First Cumberland Presbyterian Church, in Olive Branch, on September 20-21, 2024. This training is required to take Cub Scouts camping. The cost for the training includes meals and training materials.

Important: Prerequisite Online Training

You must take the online prerequisite B.A.L.O.O. training in your My.Scouting.org account. Use the same account you used to complete Youth Protection Training. The link is in the Catalog Dashboard (BALOO Prerequisite Training v2). You will need to sign in for each of these links.

Why should I attend B.A.L.O.O. training?

1. To learn how the plan and execute a Cub Scout camping experience that the Scouts and their families will never forget and one that provides fun, safety, good food, and fellowship.
2. BSA requires that at least one B.A.L.O.O.-trained adult attend every Cub Scout camping trip.
3. TO HAVE FUN!
4. Every Scout deserves a trained leader!

Who should attend B.A.L.O.O. training?

1. All registered Cub Scout leaders, including den leaders, assistants, and committee members.
2. Parents who are interested in learning Cub Scout camping skills to assist registered leaders on campouts.

When is the training?

Starts: Friday, September 20, 2024 (registration starts at 5:00 p.m.; training starts at 7:00 p.m.)
Ends: Saturday, September 21, 2024 (training ends at 5:00 p.m.)

Where and cost?

First Cumberland Presbyterian Church (8161 Germantown Rd, Olive Branch, MS 38654)

Cost: $25 (includes meals and training materials)

Deadline to register: September 18, 2024 (late registration fee, after September 18, 2024, and is $30)