Youth Protection Training Policy Change Announced
Beginning June 1, 2010, Youth Protection Training will be required for all registered volunteers and must be retaken every two years.  New leaders must complete YPT before their application is turned in.  A letter covering all of the changes can be found here.

~ Upcoming YPT Classes ~
All Classes are FREE of charge!.  A flier listing them all can be found here.
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Ford Center at Camp Mikaonda
10:00am to 12:00 Noon
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Ford Center at Camp Mikaonda
10:00am to 12:00 Noon
A YPT Facilitator class will also be held
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Ford Center at Camp Mikaonda
10:00am to 12:00 Noon
Saturday, November 6, 2010
At University of Scouting
(See listing further down page)

Fast Start Training

Fast Start Training for Cub Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders and Venture Crew Advisors is available at BSA's Online Learning center.  Go here to check it out!

Leave No Trace Workshop
The free workshop is open to anyone who has in interest in lessening the damage we do when we use the outdoors for camping, hiking and backpacking!  The hand-on course will be taught by an LNT Master Educator and a staff of LNT Trainers.
Saturday, August 21, 2010
at Camp Miakonda

12:00 Noon to  4:00pm
FREE
Must register at least 5 days in advance
A flier with info and a registration form can be found here.



Wood Badge for the 21st Century
~ Centennial Course C-08-10 ~

Wood Badge for the 21st Century has been developed for all Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, Venture Scout, District and Council Leaders.  The course focus is on developing leadership skills, not on out-of-door skills.
Pre-Course Meeting:
Saturday, July 24, 2010
11:00am to 2:00pm
1st Weekend:
Friday, August 20 to Sunday, August 22, 2010
Pioneer Scout Reservation in Pioneer, OH
2nd Weekend:
Saturday, September 25 - Monday, September 27, 2010
Pioneer Scout Reservation in Pioneer, OH
$230.00 per participant
$20.00 Early Bird discount for full payment on or before April 15, 2010
Fee covers all materials, meals, program supplies & recognition items
Course is limited to 48 paid participants
More info and a registration form can be found here.


Cub Leader Training
Every Scout deserves a trained leader who understands the program and knows how to deliver it with ENTHUSIASM and FUN!
Tuesday, August 17, 2010 (Modules 1 & 2)
and Tuesday, August 24, 2010 (Module 3)
Providence Lutheran Church
(8131 Airport Hwy., Holland, OH, 43528)
6:30pm to 8:30pm
$5.00 per person
Registration & fee due by August 3, 2010
A flier with info and a registration form to follow soon!


Leave No Trace Train-the-Trainer Course
The course is open to anyone, Scouting or public,  who has in interest in helping to lessen
the impact we have on the outdoors!  This training is required for the new Troop LNT Trainer position of responsibility.
Friday, September 10, to Sunday, September 12, 2010
at Camp Miakonda
$40 per person
(covers camp fees, course materials, & training supplies for future workshops)
Course is limited to 16 participants, age 14 and older
Must register by August 24, 2010 - No walk-ins
A flier with more info and a registration form can be found here.


Centennial
University of Scouting 2010

The annual all-day training event for all levels of Scouting!
More Youth-oriented courses are offered this year, so make sure to pass this on to your Scouts and Venturers as well!
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Cardinal Stritch High School
8:00am to 4:30pm
(3225 Pickle Road, Oregon, OH, 43616)
Early Bird Fee: $12.00 if paid by October 22, 2010
$15.00 per person after Oct. 22.  $7.00 if on staff
An updated registration packet with class info can be found here

A "Youth Edition" registration packet listing the classes just for Scouts can be found here

Wilderness First Aid & CPR Training
The American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) program is an outdoor oriented first aid training program expanding on the skills presented for the Scouting community. This is a 16-hour first aid course for backcountry situations when EMS is not readily available. The course meets the current requirements for those attending any of the BSA High Adventure Camp programs and is recommended for those attending any other High Adventure programs that Scouts or Venturers might be involved. CPR certification (additional 4 hours) will be offered as an option on Friday evening (Must be completing ASHI certification to participate).
Friday, November 5 to Sunday, November 7, 2010
at Camp Miakonda
price varies by program
Course is limited to 20 participants, age 14 and older
Must register by October 15, 2010 - No walk-ins
A flier with more info and a registration form can be found here.


Cub Leader Training
Every Scout deserves a trained leader who understands the program and knows how to deliver it with ENTHUSIASM and FUN!
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Providence Lutheran Church
(8131 Airport Hwy., Holland, OH, 43528)
10:15am to 3:00pm
$5.00 per person
Registration & fee due by December 27, 2010
A flier with info and a registration form can be found here.


B.A.L.O.O. Training
BSA guidelines state: At least one adult on a Pack overnighter must have completed Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) to properly understand the importance of program intent, youth protection guidelines, health and safety, site selection, age appropriate activities and sufficient adult participation.
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Providence Lutheran Church
(8131 Airport Hwy., Holland, OH, 43528)
8:30am to 4:00pm
$15.00 per person
Registration & fee due by February 19, 2011
A flier with info and a registration form can be found here.


Cub Leader Training
Every Scout deserves a trained leader who understands the program and knows how to deliver it with ENTHUSIASM and FUN!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011 (Modules 1 & 2)
and Wednesday, March 30, 2011 (Module 3)
Providence Lutheran Church
(8131 Airport Hwy., Holland, OH, 43528)
6:30pm to 8:30pm
$5.00 per person
Registration & fee due by March 9, 2011
A flier with info and a registration form can be found here.


NYLT 2011
Be part of the MOST advanced youth leadership course for Scouts.  National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a week-ling course were you will learn about yourself, learn about goal-setting, learn to solve problems, make new friends, have fun and much more!!!
Pre-Course Meeting:
Saturday, May 26, 2011
7:00 - 8:00pm
at Camp Miakonda
Course Week:
Sunday, June 12 to Friday, June 17, 2011
at Camp Miakonda
$210.00 per participant
$20.00 Early Bird discount for full payment on or before April 15, 2010

Fee covers all materials, meals, program supplies & recognition items
More info and a registration form can be found here.