Upcoming youth and adult training opportunities

 NYLT:   NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is the first level of training available to the youth of Scouts BSA.  This course is youth led by scouts who have been through the course and have come back to share their knowledge and leadership skills with other youth.  There are three different courses:  a two weekend course in April at Camp Lazarus, a one week course in June at Camp Oyo and a two weekend course in August at Camp Lazarus.  To qualify, a youth must be First Class rank, at least 13 years old and  approved by the Scoutmaster.  Last year we had three of our youth complete these courses:  Zack N, Henry C and  Nick B.  Nick has decided to come back and help to be on staff at the June Course.  This is a great opportunity to learn leadership skills that will be valuable to our scouts and our troop.   The cost is $250, however, if the scout earns their bolo, the troop will reimburse that cost. If you're interested or have any questions, please come see me.  The link for more information and to sign up is below.

National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) - Simon Kenton Council (skcscouts.org)

Blackoot 44:  Blackfoot is an Enhanced Scoutmaster Fundamentals Course.  This course, however, is not just for Scoutmasters, it is for any adult who wants to learn the fundamentals of scouting and be able to help guide our youth.  Mr. Freeman has been on staff for this course and is going to staff the course this year.  The course covers one Saturday in March, and two weekends, one in March and one in April.  If you have any questions, please reach out to me or to Mr. Freeman.  For more information or to register, use the link below:

Simon Kenton Council - Blackfoot 44 (scoutingevent.com)

Woodbadge 2024:  Woodbadge is a two weekend advanced adult leadership course in April and May that is available to scouting volunteers.  Some of the things that participants will experience on this course are:  Listening, Managing Conflict, Leading Change, Team Development, Coaching and Mentoring, Leadership for different stages, Servant Leadership, Project Planning and more. Participants will complete a ticket that consists of goals determined by the participants and once completed,  will earn their beads.  Mr. Baughman has completed his ticket and will have his beading ceremony on Tuesday at our Court of Honor.  Our Committee Chair, Jason Savage, has also completed his ticket and will be scheduling his beading ceremony in the near future.  If you have any questions, please let me know.  Below is the link to register:

Simon Kenton Council - Wood Badge 9-441-24 (scoutingevent.com)

Green Bar Training:  Green Bar, like Blackfoot, is an Enhanced Training for Adult Scout leaders.  This will be a two weekend course in August and September.  Robin Bernhart has been on staff for this course and I will be on staff this Fall.  If you are in Scouts BSA or plan on transitioning to Scouts BSA, Green Bar is the place for you! Green Bar has been designated for Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters and Troop Committee Members. Green Bar is a hands-on format with 32 hours of lively and fun instruction over two weekends which earns certification in the Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster position & Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills.  Green Bar emphasizes servant leadership and creates long lasting connections with other adult leaders and makes you part of our Green Bar Family.  If you have any questions, please let me know.  Below is the link for more information or to register:

Simon Kenton Council - 2024 Green Bar (scoutingevent.com)

Every scout deserves trained leaders and these adult training courses are excellent ways to enhance our troop and the experience for our scouts and they are fun.  There are scholarships available for all of these courses.