SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For Den Leaders (3 Sessions Long). Learn the basic information 1 CUB 1311 Den Leader Position Specific Training to conduct successful den meetings. Completion required to be considered a Trained Den Leader or Assistant Den Leader.

For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn simple ways to 1 CUB 1112 Cub Scout First Aid teach first aid to your Cubs, including the requirements from the Adventure Program. Be prepared for hands on activities!

For current and future Webelos Den Leaders (1 Session Long). 1 CUB 1113 Webelos Den Leader 411 Learn about the Webelos Adventure Program, ways to help your boys advance, and tips to make your meetings fun.

For Cubmasters and Assistant Cubmasters (3 Sessions Long). Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster Learn the basic information you need to conduct successful pack 1 CUB 1314 Position Specific Training meetings. Completion required to be considered a Trained Cubmaster or Assistant Cubmaster. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Plan and carryout a lively pack meeting that’s fun and involves everyone. Add 1 CUB 1115 Pack Meetings with Pizzaz enthusiasm with songs, skits, cheers, games, costumes, props, and clever run‐ons. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Set expectations and Den Disclipline and Conflict Resolution discover positive techniques to encourage good behavior. Learn 1 CUB 1116 how to be a good leader and mediator to help resolve parent‐to‐ for Cub Scouts parent, parent‐to‐leader, Scout‐to‐Scout, or even Pack‐to‐ Chartered Organization conflicts and disagreements.

For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn ways to inspire 1 CUB 1117 Engaging Your Parents in Cub Scouting your parents to volunteer in your dens and pack committee. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn to teach safe knife use and carving to your Cubs ‐ requirements for Bear and 2 CUB 2112 Whittling Chip Arrow of Light. Please bring a pocketknife and sharpening stone if you can. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 2017! Today's youth are spending more time than ever using digital 2 CUB 2113 Cyber Chip for Cubs media for education, research, socializing, and fun. Learn how to help your Cubs earn the Cyber Chip and keep everyone safe while online. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Course will provide helpful pointers on planning and running successful pinewood 2 CUB 2115 Pinewood Derbies, Rockets, and Regattas derbies, space derbies, and rain gutter regattas. You'll get sample competition rules, awards, and tips to make your next derby and regatta the highlight of the Cub Scout year. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Everything you need Cub Scouting in LDS Church‐Chartered to know to have a successful Primary Scouting Program. Learn 2 CUB 2116 Packs about policies unique to Cubs within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‐day Saints. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). No more pencils, no more books, no more teacher's dirty looks! But that doesn't 2 CUB 2117 Summertime Scouting and Daycamp 411 mean Cub Scouting has to take a vacation too. Learn about Day Camp and use the time off to have fun and keep everyone advancing. Don't forget the Summertime Pack Award! For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn the basic wood carving cuts and make a nifty tie slide. This course will teach you 3 CUB 3112 Woodcarving Basics how to show older Cub Scouts how to safely whittle and carve. Class size will be limited to 15 and a donation for materials is encouraged. For current and future Lion Guides (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 3 CUB 3113 Lion Guide 411 2017! An introduction to the Lion program and an overview of the fun activities you'll be doing with them. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Tips and tricks for Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts Working conducting joint activities together ‐‐ Pack Camping, Webelos 3 CUB 3115 Together Activities, Joint Hikes, Boy Scouts teaching Cub Scouts, & Den Meetings. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Simple and easy recipes to prepare with Cub Scouts, whether in the kitchen or 3 CUB 3116 Cub Grub outdoors. Includes a discussion on basic food and kitchen safety, outdoor safety, and practical tips. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Come learn techniques and strategies that will help your pack succeed in 3 CUB 3117 Pack Recruiting and Retention recruiting. Successful recruiting is not a one‐ time event, but a year‐round effort. For current and future Tiger Den Leaders (1 Session Long). How to use the Tiger Adventure Program, den organization, how to 4 CUB 4111 Tiger Den Leader 411 share the load among den parents, and tips to make your meetings fun. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn about the Outdoor Activity Award, BSA Family Award, Outdoor Ethics 4 CUB 4112 Beyond the Basic Cub Scout Awards Award, Emergency Preparedness Award, and others that can enhance your program. For current and future Webelos Den Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn how to help and inspire your Webelos to earn the highest 4 CUB 4113 Arrow of Light 411 Cub Scout rank and keep them motivated all the way until crossover to Boy Scouts. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Looking for ideas on fun places to take your Cub Scouts and how to tie them to 4 CUB 4114 Cub scOUTINGS (Where to Go) advancement? Information on council camps, car camping, turn‐ key overnight programs, segment patch hiking programs, fishing, museums, sporting events, aquariums, and much more. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Are your scouts quiet at bumps on a log at Den Meetings, Pack Meetings, and 4 CUB 4115 Fun Songs, Cheers, and Yells Campouts? Introduce songs, cheers and yells to awaken their inner‐scout spirit! For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Games for large 4 CUB 4116 Games for Cubs groups of people suitable for pack meetings & outings, as well as small group games ideal for den meetings. For all Committee Members (2 Sessions Long). Learn the basic information to support a pack and conduct a successful pack 4 CUB 4217 Pack Committee Challenge program. Completion required to be considered a Trained Pack Committee Chair, Committee Member, Pack Trainer, or Parent Coordinator. For current and future Wolf Den Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn 5 CUB 5111 Wolf Den Leader 411 about the Wolf Adventure Program, ways to help your boys advance, and tips to make your meetings fun. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Leave No Trace and the Outdoor Code. Enjoy the outdoors while keeping it beautiful 5 CUB 5112 Outdoor Ethics for Cubs and clean. Requirements for the Outdoor Ethics Award will be covered. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). The Adventure Program has swimming requirements for every rank. Come learn 5 CUB 5113 Cub Scout Aquatics what every Cub Scout leader needs to know before doing aquatic adventures. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Basic knots for Wolf, 5 CUB 5114 Cub Scout Knots Bear & Webelos ranks. How to tie them, what they are used for, and games using them. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Course will discuss fire safety and campfire program planning, elements of a 5 CUB 5115 Cub Campfire Programs successful campfire program, organizing the program, available resources, and campfire program ideas. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Opening and closing ceremonies to get you started with a bang, rank advancement 5 CUB 5116 Ceremonies to Celebrate ceremonies, including Arrow of Light and Crossovers/Bridging, and more! For current and future Bear Den Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn 6 CUB 6111 Bear Den Leader 411 about the Bear Adventure Program, ways to help your boys advance, and tips to make your meetings fun. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Basic chemistry using 6 CUB 6112 Chemistry for Cubs common household items to amaze, delight and educate your Cubs. For Webelos Den Leaders (1 Session Long). How to locate a 6 CUB 6113 Transition to Boy Scouts troop, what questions to ask, and how to know if it’s a good fit.

For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn how we go 6 CUB 6114 Camping with Cubs …and Their Families camping the Cub Scout way! What is BALOO? Where do we go? How do we plan? A Pack campout puts the “Outing in Scouting”. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn activities and 6 CUB 6115 Team Building for Cub Scouts den organization to get scouts starting to work together and succeed. For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Cub Scouting is for every boy. Learn easy to use, highly effective strategies to help 6 CUB 6116 Cubs with Special Needs scouts who are mostly visual learners or starting to learn English to pay attention, understand, and remember.

For all Committee Members (1 Session Long). Packs don’t run by themselves. There are lots to do behind the scenes! What makes 6 CUB 6117 Pack Adminstration "G.R.E.A.T." packs succeed? Growth, Resources, Events, Activities and Training. Come and see how!

For SM/ASM/Committee (2 Sessions Long). How to turn that Troopmaster, Scoutbook, and Troop Web mountain of forms into a useful tool for managing your unit 1 BOY 1221 effectively. How to do easy unit recordkeeping and use software Host ‐ Scouting in the Cloud such as TroopMaster, Troop Web Host, and the cloud for storage. Introduction to Scoutbook ‐ the Web hosted BSA tool. For SM/ASM (1 Session Long). A goal of the is that every Scout earn First Class. Get ideas on how to 1 BOY 1122 First Class Scout in 12 to 18 Months keep your Scouts on task and help them reach this goal in 12 to 18 months. For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Every Scout and Leader should be recognized for their accomplishments. Learn how to make these recognitions meaningful and memorable with help 1 BOY 1123 Courts of Honors and Ceremonies on preparing Courts of Honor and ceremonies including neckerchief ceremonies when a scout enters a troop, or a special ceremony for scouts aging out.

For all Scout Leaders and Youth (1 Session Long). Tired of scouts eating Pop Tarts and Hot Dogs on every outing? Learn Beyond Pop Tarts and Hot Dogs ‐ Scout how to encourage healthier menu planning that both nourishes 1 BOY 1124 Cooking the scouts and helps them advance. Gain ideas on how scouts can make their menus nutritious, green, economical, easy to prepare, and delicious.

For Cubmasters, Webelos Den Leaders, SM, ASM (1 Session Long). Many times, the transition from Cub Scouts to Boy Scouts is harder on a boy's parents than on the boy. In this course, we 1 BOY 1125 Adults Transitioning to Boy Scouts will focus on ways to make the transition easier for Mom & Dad. The more the parents understand the Boy Scout program the more likely you are to retain boys and increase your volunteer base in your unit.

For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Be one of the first in the Service Projects Using 21st Century nation to learn about how a Scout can incorporate 21st century 1 BOY 1126 technology like drone or KAP technology to map areas or track Technology wildlife as a conservation service project. See hornadayaward.org to learn more about this program.

For current or future Den Chiefs (6 Sessions Long). What is a den chief and how can a den chief help a cub scout den "go and 1 BOY 1627 Den Chief Training (For Youth) grow." This is a hands on course for prospective den chiefs to fulfill the Leadership requirements for their Boy Scout rank advancement. Every Cub Scout needs a trained Den Chief. For new SM/ASM (6 Sessions Long). Basic training need for Scoutmaster and Assistant Scoutmaster anyone taking the SM/ASM position in a troop. Learn the 1 BOY 1628 Position Specific Training important fundamentals of the job and how training can improve your Troop.

For Youth Leaders (3 Sessions Long). NEW FOR 2017! This course will teach Scouts with leadership positions about their new roles and how to effectively reach success in that role. It is intended to help Boy Scouts in leadership positions within their troop ILST ‐ Introduction to Leadership Skills for understand their responsibilities and to equip them with 1 BOY 1329 organizational and leadership skills to fulfill those responsibilities. Troops (For Youth) Completion of ILST is a prerequisite for Boy Scouts to participate in the more advanced leadership courses National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) and the National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE). It is also required to participate in a Kodiak Challenge Trek. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For SM/ASM (1 Session Long). Learn meeting planning and tips Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader's on how to communicate with your SPL and PLC. Want to make 2 BOY 2122 Council, and the Scoutmaster those PLC's more effective? Want to make you troop a more boy run unit? This is the place for you!

For all Scouters (2 Sessions Long). This course is designed to provide Assistant Scoutmasters with training beyond the basics 2 BOY 2223 Role of the ASM ‐ Beyond the Basics taught in SM/ASM Position Specific Training. Learn what roles ASM's play in troops and how they can help plan outings, lead scouts, and help both behind the scenes and out in front. For all Scouters (2 Sessions Long). This course is covers the basics 2 BOY 2224 Basics of Dutch Oven Cooking of Dutch Oven cooking. Learn how to care for and cook in a Dutch Oven. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). This class is intended to help leaders become familiar with scouts with special needs. Our Boy Scouting for Scouts with Special experienced instructors will share ideas about advancement, 2 BOY 2125 Needs behavior, abilities, discipline, parent participation, outings, and consider limitations associated in working with scouts with special needs.

For all Boy Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). The grace period is over and all scouts must now use the new rank requirements. 2 BOY 2126 Changes to the BSA Program Come and learn about the differences and how to incorporate these changes into your troop activities and program.

For SM/ASM/Committee (1 Session Long). Each rank advancement ends with a Board of Review (BOR) to make sure the Scout has completed the requirements. But the BOR is so much more; it is a tool to track the Scouts progress and guide for 3 BOY 3121 Board of Review the future as well as a tool for the committee to see how well the troop is functioning. This session will help you know the full purpose of the BOR, how to conduct one, what questions to ask (and not to ask), and how to make it a useful tool for your unit.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). New for 2017! Learn how to Maximizing Troop Positions of utilize all of the positions of responsibility in your troop. From 3 BOY 3122 Senior Patrol Leader all the way down to Assistant Patrol Leader Responsibility and from Scribe to Webmaster, learn how to get those leaders engaged and contributing to your troop.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). All scouts can advance, no Boy Scout Advancement for Scouts with matter what their level of ability. This class is intended to help 3 BOY 3125 Special Needs leaders become familiar with special advancement requirements for scouts with special needs.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). New for 2017! Come learn about activities, programs, and awards other than ranks and merit badges . Learn how you can plan fun outings so that you earn special awards without even realizing it. Programs such as 3 BOY 3126 Boy Scout Programs Off the Beaten Path the Jamboree on the Air/Internet, Emergency Preparedness BSA, Leave No Trace Achievement Award, International Spirit Award, and others make great foundations for outings, troop meetings, and events.

For all Boy Scout Leaders (2 Sessions Long). This two‐session course is highly interactive, involving case studies to illustrate various real‐life aspects of the advancement process in a troop. 4 BOY 4221 Advancement in Troops Special emphasis is placed on how advancement achieves the aims of Scouting and on the roles various adults play in the process.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). “Every boy deserves a trained leader.” Baden‐Powell couldn’t have been more right. This goes for your Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leaders, and other youth 4 BOY 4122 Training Junior Leaders leaders as well. Learn some of the techniques and programs to train your junior leaders. Also, get an introduction to the ultimate junior leader training – National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION

For all Boy Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 2017! Now part of the Scout and Star rank requirements, the Cyber Chip program is a way to promote safe scouting when our scouts are 4 BOY 4123 Cyber Chip for Boy Scouts on the Web, using cell phones, etc., putting themselves at risk for cyberbullying, identity theft, and worse. Come learn about Cyber Chip resources and how to make the program work in your unit.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Basic Outdoor cooking at its Cooking Outdoors Using Alternate best! Learn the shortcuts and trick of the trade. Some basic 4 BOY 4124 methods and some cool tricks for cooking in the outdoors. Methods Teaching outdoor cooking and making it fun is putting the OUTING on Scouting. For all LDS Boy Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Starting the path 4 BOY 4125 LDS ‐ 11 Year Old Scouts to Eagle off on the right foot. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Looking for a fun project to keep your Scouts motivated? Come to this hands‐on class where you learn how to make different projects out of paracord. Learn 4 BOY 4126 Fun with Paracord how to make a snake knot and turn it into a lanyard. How about a paracord keychain or bracelet? Paracord and accessories provided. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Keeping the OUTING in Planning an Outing, Tour Plans, and Safe Scouting is essential. Learn how to make every outing a success, 5 BOY 5122 how to give effective advice to youth planners, and the adult Scouting aspects of outing safety with an emphasis on BSA's "Guide to Safe Scouting". For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Come to a fun class on the making and wearing of neckerchief slides. Make a woggle or 5 BOY 5123 Neckerchief Slides Turks head slide. Use PVC pipe. Carve a neckerchief slide, and see lots of examples. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). In this class you will learn about the usefulness of gadgets and the uselessness of modern 5 BOY 5124 When to Lock Up Electronics electronics. What is the BSA policy? How have they embraced electronics from the Jamboree, to a home troop campout, to a SPOT device on a 50 miler.

Scouting for Scout Leaders of the LDS For all LDS Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Scouting for members 5 BOY 5125 of LDS units. Addresses the challenges and opportunities Church available to Scout Leaders serving in their LDS Communities. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). What is the mission of the , and how can OA youth bring their leadership 5 BOY 5126 How to Use OA Youth in Your Unit experience back to the troop. The OA helps to engage older youth in the program with ceremony and service and keep them active in your unit. For all Scouters (1 Session Long). This class focuses on the process of Boy Scout advancement, especially from Life rank to Eagle Scout. Included will be discussion of the unit, district and 6 BOY 6121 Eagle Scout Planning council responsibilities, the Eagle Scout project process, and adult support for the Eagle candidate (advisors and mentors), importance of good record keeping, and the Eagle Scout board of review. For SM/ASM (1 Session Long). Counseling is one of the most important skills for any Leader, so much so that Scoutmasters must do it each time a Scout advances in the Scoutmaster 6 BOY 6122 Scoutmaster Conferences Conference. But counseling should not be restricted to just the Scoutmaster Conference; there are many opportunities to help our scouts grow. This course will help any leader make conferences effective and meaningful.

For SM/ASM, Venturing Youth and Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Build patrol spirit and strong teams through the use of 6 BOY 6123 Team Building Games Scout Games: Tips for Leaders to help Scouts create Patrol Spirit (build a team) and achieve Baden Powell's goal of Boy Lead Troops: FUN WITH A PURPOSE!

For Cubmasters, Webelos Den Leaders, SM/ASM, Venturing Campfires, Yells, Cheers, & Songs ‐ The Youth and Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Stunts, Skits, Songs ‐‐ 6 BOY 6124 Spirit of Scouting Pizzazz. A campfire that POPS, Sizzles, is fun and memorable is achievable ‐‐ come learn how! SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Adults (1 Session Long). Basic training and more information for all Merit Badges Counselors. This session will give 6 BOY 6125 Merit Badge Counselor Training pointers on the mechanics of counseling and motivating your Scouts to the successful completion of a merit badge. Learn the BSA rules and guidelines for merit badge counselors. For all Adults (1 Session Long). Come learn about the upcoming National & World Jamborees and 2017 National Jamboree, the 2019 World Jamboree and other 6 BOY 6126 international scouting opportunities. The discussion will include International Scouting how to sign up, what to expect, tours, and how to raise funds to go. For Adult Leaders and Youth Crew Presidents (6 Sessions Long). "Every Venturer deserves a trained leader". This is REQUIRED training for Advisors and Associate Advisors who have not taken Venturing Leader Specific Training ‐ VLST position specific training. Youth crew presidents are encouraged 1 VEN 1631 (For Adults and Youth) to attend this course as well. Learn more about the Venturing program ‐‐ organization and leadership, awards, and advancement. Bring back new and exciting program ideas to your Crew.

For all Venturing Youth and Adult Leaders (6 Sessions Long). ILSC is the first course in the series of leadership training offered to Venturers. Completion of ILSC is a prerequisite for Venturers to Introduction to Leadership Skills for participate in the more advanced leadership courses, including 1 VEN 1632 Crews ‐ ILSC (For Adults and Youth) Kodiak, National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) and National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE). Learn about crew organization, vision and values, servant leadership, and core skills (communication, planning, teaching, team development).

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, at least one adult leader must have completed Safe Swim Defense training. The 1 OUT 1141 Safe Swim Defense material covered is the same as the online course, done live. On completion, each adult will get a SSD card, and be registered as Trained in SSD. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). An experienced backpacker, trek leader, and Scouter will discuss issues and 1 OUT 1142 Female Considerations in the Outdoors considerations for women, both youth and adult, when planning a trek. Personal topics and issues facing the unit will be covered. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Explore the wonders of snow camping. Course will provide an introduction to the basics 1 OUT 1143 Snow Camping of snow camping, how to do it, safety concerns and suitable locations. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). This back to the basics course covers the knowledge required to use a map and compass and the skills needed for the second class rank advancement. 1 OUT 1144 Orienteering Teaches the essential techniques for effective navigation while trekking, and a necessary survival skill when the use of a GPS just won't do. Course is also good for Webelos Leaders. For older Scouts and all Adults (3 Sessions Long). This course Leave No Trace 101 (For Youth and provides a knowledge of Leave No Trace and its seven principles; 1 OUT 1345 An Understanding of the importance of Leave No Trace in Adults) outdoor activities; and where to locate additional Leave No Trace resources. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). From BB guns and bows and arrows to rifles and black powder. Get an orientation to the 2 OUT 2141 Shooting Sports Council's Shooting Sports Committee's events, and how to incorporate Shooting Sports into your Unit's Program.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Beyond merit badges the BSA offers multiple awards for outdoor experiences from Historic 2 OUT 2142 Outdoor Awards Trails to Paddleboarding. Learn about all the awards and their requirements to provide your unit other goals to shoot for. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Hiking is a lot more fun when you can walk easily. Lightweight backpacking teaches you 2 OUT 2143 Lightweight Backpacking how to pare down your load so that you still have everything you need for the trail, in a setup that weighs less than you would think possible. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Outdoor Ethics is an umbrella term for Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly! and Wildland Ethics. This class is an introduction and overview of Outdoor Ethics: what is it; where to go for information; how to learn, 2 OUT 2144 Outdoor Ethics earn, and teach others to earn the Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award; and how to begin to implement Outdoor Ethics in your unit program. This course satisfies one of four requirements for the Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award. Recommend also taking Class #3144, Outdoor Ethics Unit Camping.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Canoeing takes more than a boat and a paddle. This course will 3 OUT 3141 Canoeing provide the guidelines and information you need to take your unit on a safe and exciting canoe adventure.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). From the oceans to the mountains to the deserts, you can find every type of camping 3 OUT 3142 Camping in Northern California experience there is somewhere in California. Learn about your next new favorite campsite!

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). 3 OUT 3143 Introduction to Backpacking Backpacking can be enjoyable for all age scouters. Learn how to ease them into becoming self‐sufficient in the wilderness.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Learn practical ways to implement Outdoor Ethics in your unit camping program, and an opportunity to discuss the pros and cons of camping activities. Everyone knows not to litter, but what about transporting firewood or weed seeds? How can you minimize food waste and 3 OUT 3144 Outdoor Ethics Unit Camping what do you do with it? These and other important camping issues will be discussed so that you can better plan for a successful trip. This course satisfies one of four requirements for the Outdoor Ethics Awareness Award. Recommend also taking session 2144.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Sailing provides a unique experience to youth. This course will 4 OUT 4141 Sailing provide the guidelines and information you need to take introduce small boat sailing to your unit. The course will also provide locations to go sailing.

For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Let’s get them out there catching fish! The steps to take in preparing for and executing a 4 OUT 4142 Fishing successful fishing adventure, resources to tap within the unit and local community as well as locations for fishing inside the Council’s boundaries and beyond. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Pop Tarts for breakfast? NO! Your trail diet needs to be healthy, easily packed, easily 4 OUT 4143 Portable Feast cooked, and good to eat. Learn how to choose and prepare food for your 50‐miler that will make dinner something to look forward to. For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). You have one in your car, but do you need one in the woods? How to use them, what to 4 OUT 4144 GPS Technology for Hiking look for in a Scout friendly unit (along with tips on how do you teach scouts to use them).

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Scouting's rarest award and we are working to change that. This class is an introduction and overview about the William T. Hornaday Award. Each project chosen is assigned a professional to create an awareness Hornaday Conservation Service and about the purpose and how to make a future impact. We have a 4 OUT 4145 Award projects available for Cub Packs, Boy Scouts, Scout Troops, Venturers, Crews, Wood Badge tickets, and Adult Scouters. Did you know that a Hornaday conservation project makes great Eagle Scout project? Double dip and earn them both with one project.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Kayak in the Delta, SF Bay or your local lake. This course will 5 OUT 5141 Kayaking provide information on how to add kayaking to your program. The course will also provide locations to go kayaking. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Scouters (1 Session Long). Do you really know gear? How do you pick the right sleeping bag? What is the difference with 5 OUT 5142 Gear 101 water purifiers? Will this tent work? Course will discuss characteristics of primary gear and what to look for and consider.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Course will cover locations to hike in Northern California as well as consideration to make 5 OUT 5143 Hiking in Northern California when planning a hike. Class will also cover hiking programs such as Highlander and Rim Rover.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity in which participants use a Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver or mobile device and other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers called geocaches, 5 OUT 5144 Geocaching ‐ Hidden Adventures anywhere in the world. This is an introductory course on the Geocaching merit badge, which creates an opportunity to get out in nature, practice navigational skills, and perfect the principles of Leave no Trace.

For all Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Leave No Trace must become a way of life for all 5 OUT 5145 Leave No Trace Games and Activities Scouts and Scouters, but learning about it should be fun. This class will demonstrate games and activities that can liven up your program while providing on‐going LNT awareness training.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Getting out on the road with the Scouts takes more than a bike 6 OUT 6141 Cycling in Northern California and an air pump. Learn the essentials of planning your bike trek, where to go, what equipment you'll need, how to condition your trekkers for the long hills.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). A hands‐on experience that will teach participants how easy fly‐ fishing can be with a Tenkara rod. This method of fly‐fishing has been practiced in Japan for centuries. A long telescoping rod, a 6 OUT 6142 Fly Fishing Made Easy 12 to 15‐foot length of line and an artificial fly are all you need to catch fish. The simplicity will amaze you. It’s ideal for beginners and experienced fishermen alike whether on high adventure treks, weekend outings or anytime fishing is possible. Come join the fun. Class size will be limited to 8.

For Boy Scout, Varsity, and Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). 6 OUT 6143 Introduction to Rock Climbing Learn about all of the requirements necessary to get your troop out on the rocks as well as some suggestions on where to start. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). This session will practice navigation techniques for geocaching by sending participants, armed with a map, compass, and GPS device, on a discovery 6 OUT 6144 Geocaching ‐ Practical Field Application mission to locate various caches hidden on campus. Will you be the first to find one? If you own a GPS device, please bring it to class. For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). How do units "Do a Good Turn Daily?" Why do we do it? What are some examples of 1 CED 1151 Community Service community service? What kinds of service are appropriate for Cubs, Boy Scouts and Venturers? Come to this session for new ideas and to share what your unit does.

For all Adults (2 Sessions Long). What is CERT and how it relates to you, your Troop and your community. How to get started in preparing yourself and home for emergencies from A to Z, with a perspective from top to bottom preparedness for all Introduction to CERT (Community emergencies. Get ready for responding after a disaster hits by making your home hazmat and utility safe and making your own 1 CED 1252 Emergency Response Team) and kit. Introduction to the Incident Command System also known as Emergency Preparedness the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and National Incident Management System (NIMS). Learn the components to the system and what they are assigned to do so that a mission can be accomplished with a plan, organization, and accountability. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). How to utilize the variety 1 CED 1153 Unit Communication of today’s communication methods to make the most impact within your Pack, Troop or Crew.

For Youth and Adults (6 Sessions Long). If you are a Council, District or Unit trainer, you need this course! Trainer's EDGE is designed to “train the trainer” on behaviors and resources while offering hands‐on experience in methods and media. You will have the opportunity to be in front of the group and receive 1 CED 1654 Trainer's EDGE (For Youth & Adults) positive and caring feedback that will help you improve your skills as a trainer. Trainer's EDGE is required training for all Wood Badge and NYLT staff (Youth and Adults), and is the perfect course to "train the trainer" how to plan, organize and deliver an effective presentation.

For District Committee Members (3 Sessions Long). NEW FOR 2017! Get the basic training you need as a member of a district committee. Learn about the four functions of district operation 1 CED 1355 District Committee Training Workshop and the nine groups/sub‐committees that should be a part of your district. Sub‐committee breakout time will be included to learn and network with others in similar positions. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Let us help you keep the 2 CED 2151 Resources to Keep Adult Leaders Active adults in your program active. Learn ways to recruit, train, recognize, and retain parents. For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long).Join us for a structured discussion on how we can all work together to create more open, Creating Inclusive & Welcome welcoming, and inclusive environments in Scouting. This class will 2 CED 2153 Environments be run by a core volunteer with Scouts for Equality, an organization that advocates for a fully inclusive Scouting movement. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). How do you help your scouts with the Twelfth Point of the Scout Law? How can you help your scouts fulfill the Duty to God component of the Scout Religious Emblems Programs and Oath? Come learn about the religious emblem programs and 3 CED 3151 how it can help your scouts explore their faith. Local experts will Interfaith Worship Services present an overview of various faith programs and answer your specific questions about how to support your scouts as they learn what "Duty to God" and "a Scout is Reverent" means within the scouting program.

For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 2017! "What is Utilizing Your District or Council a Commissioner and what do they do? How can a Commissioner 3 CED 3152 Commissioner help my unit? Who is my Unit Commissioner and how can I find him or her? This session will answer these questions and more."

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). The values of Scouting make it clear that bullying cannot be tolerated. Scouting leaders have a unique opportunity to teach respect and acceptance of 3 CED 3153 Ban Bullying others. This presentation created by the BSA in conjunction with the US Department of Health and Human Services can be used by individuals or in a group setting to help our members and families learn more about preventing bullying in Scouting.

For all Cub Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Come learn how to put the STEM Program into practice for Cub Scouts through “STEM in a BOX". We will bend space and time and take you through a sample Nova award for Cub Scouts. This will be a 4 CED 4151 All Hands on STEM for Cub Scouts hands‐on experience as you will learn all the steps that are required to take your Cub Scouts from start to finish for a Nova Award. By the end of this session, leaders will be able to hit the ground running with the Nova Awards for Cub Scouts.

For all Scout Leaders (2 Sessions Long). Few youth organizations are as physically active as Scouting, and none enjoy a better safety record. This 90‐minute certification course will help 4 CED 4252 BSA Health and Safety leaders be attentive to safety concerns and maintain and improve Scouting’s exemplary record. This course includes all programs: Cub, Boy, and Venture Scouting. SESSION COLLEGE COURSE # COURSE DESCRIPTION For Chartered Organiation Reps and Executive Officers (2 Chartered Organization Representative Sessions Long). The two‐session course will be one‐half 4 CED 4253 presentation and one‐half answers to your specific questions. Position‐Specific Training Come ready to share one question or issue you’d like to strengthen in your current unit. For all Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Recommended courses of action for making your District‐ sponsored event successful. This 4 CED 4155 How to Run a District Event session focuses on the logistic and planning considerations needed to provide safety, excitement and fun to Day Camps, Webelos Weekends, Camporees, etc.

For all Boy Scout Leaders (1 Session Long). Come learn how to put the STEM Program into practice for Boy Scouts through “STEM in a BOX". We will bend space and time and take you through a sample Nova award for Boy Scouts. This will be a 5 CED 5151 All Hands on STEM for Boy Scouts hands‐on experience as you will learn all the steps that are required to take your Boy Scouts from start to finish for a Nova Award. By the end of this session, leaders will be able to hit the ground running with the Nova Awards for Boy Scouts.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 2017! Does your Troop or Pack dread fundraising and tracking money? Well dread no more. If you’re looking for some good advice to make figuring out how much to fundraise, how much dues to charge and how to keep track of it all, then this is the class for you. 5 CED 5155 Unit Finances Together we will do the finances for a fictional troop together from beginning to end: building a budget, how much to raise, how to track the money for the troop & individual scouts and reporting to leadership and parents. You’ll walk out of this class armed with the knowledge your troop or pack needs to pay for a great day in Scouting!

For all Venturing Leaders (1 Session Long). Come learn how to put the STEM Program into practice for Venturers through “STEM in a BOX". We will bend space and time and take you through a sample Nova award for Venturers. This will be a hands‐on 6 CED 6151 All Hands on STEM for Venturers experience as you will learn all the steps that are required to take your Venturers from start to finish for a Nova Award. By the end of this session, leaders will be able to hit the ground running with the Nova Awards for Venturers.

For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). Your unit advancement coordinator should use the BSA’s Internet portal to accomplish the reporting. When this is done, it alleviates issues in documenting progress as Scouts submit Eagle applications or 6 CED 6152 Internet Advancement transfer from one unit to another within a council. Consistent and constant reporting also assures accurate records for use by commissioners, other district and council volunteers, and the National Council. Learn how it's done! For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). How to put success into 6 CED 6153 Unit Succession Planning succession. Keep your unit on track during major leadership changes. For all Adult Leaders (1 Session Long). NEW FOR 2017! How to use a unit website as an effective tool for recruiting, troop information, links, communication, event registration, etc. Learn 6 CED 6155 Unit Websites some of the "Don'ts" and why a "Members Only" section is important. This is NOT a lesson on how to build a website or use services like WordPress.