Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation

When: Saturday, October 5 - Sunday, October 6, 2024

Where: Camp Palos, Lemont IL

Cost is $45.

BALOO is the Cub Scout leader training required for any Cub Scout den or pack outdoor event, including pack camping overnighters and Webelos den overnighters. 

BALOO training is comprised of two components—an online component and this practical,hands-on component. Both components must be completed to qualify as a “TRAINED” Cub Scout outdoor leader. The online component is available through the BSA LearnCenter at my.scouting.org and must be completed prior to the practical component.

This practical portion of BALOO is an overnight camping experience and will cover GPS, aquatics, gear selection, nature & hiking, outdoor ethics, cooking & sanitation, first aid, cub scout knife safety and much, much more.

Online registration is a must. Registered participants will be sent an equipment list prior to the campout. BSA Medical Form A & B are required.

Check in begins at 7:30 a.m. Saturday and we will begin promptly at  8:45 a.m. We should conclude by Noon on Sunday.

What to bring:
BSA Medical form A and B 
Tent (we are sleeping outside, not in the cabins) 
Good Weather
Sleeping bag/pillow if you use one
Cot if you use one
Camp chair
Class A uniform for arrival and flags
Comfortable clothes and hiking/walking shoes
Rain gear
Mess kit w/mug for hot drinks
Water bottle
Toiletries 
Pen/notebook
Flashlight
A great can-do and let’s have fun attitude!