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2018 National Youth Leadership Training: Traditional Course

Camp Hiawatha E6350 Doe Lake Road, Munising, MI, United States

National Youth Leadership Training is an intensive week long Leadership Training Course for Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explores who are 13 years of age and older and are of 1st Class rank and above, have completed Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troop/Crews and has been pre-approved by their Unit Leader. National Youth Leadership Training is a life changing experience for many. While participants will be equipped to provide enthusiastic, and competent leadership for their Troop, or Crew in the context of the Patrol Method, they will also gain leadership skills and experiences which will prove valuable throughout the rest of their lives. National Youth Leadership Training is set up to represent the life of a Scout Troop in a one month time period. The first three days of the course represent the first three weeks in  a Troop’s calendar, where the Troop plans for a big event.  Patrols later use their skills and knowledge at a camp outpost  towards the end of the week. National Youth Leadership Training is used to improve leadership skills and knowledge that Scouts can take home to improve their Troops.  This is a Leadership Training Course, NOT a Skills Instruction Course! Held at the Bay Lakes Council's beautiful Camp Hiawatha, situated deep in the Hiawatha National Forest of Michigan's Upper Peninsula, participants will enjoy an intensive leadership experience where the natural beauty of the Camp, and the NYLT syllabus will make the Scout Handbook come to life. Cost for the course is $280 if registered and paid in full before April 15th. After April 15th, a $20 late fee will be assessed. A $140 deposit paid at the time of registration is required to hold your spot. All payments are transferable but non-refundable. Your Unit Leader's approval must also be secured to attend the course. Warning: This course typically fills up rapidly, and registration is first come, first served, with later registrations maintained on a waiting list, so don't delay! NYLT Participant Packet - REQUIRED DOCUMENTS!

Summer Camp Staff All Hands

Camp Rokilio 14404 Rokilio Road, Kiel, WI, United States

By Invite Only. All summer camp staffs will come together for over 3 days of fun, training, and fellowship.

National Youth Leadership Training: Pack & Paddle Course

Camp Hiawatha E6350 Doe Lake Road, Munising, MI, United States

An intensive week long Leadership Training Course for Boy Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers who are 13 years of age or older and are of 1st Class rank and above. Pack & Paddle takes the popular and intensive National Youth Leadership Training Syllabus, adds a couple of extra days, and places the experience in the environment of a wilderness Backpacking and Canoeing trek. NYLT is a life changing experience for many. While participants will be equipped to provide enthusiastic, and competent leadership for their Troop, Crew, or Post in the context of the Patrol Method, they will also gain leadership skills and experiences which will prove valuable throughout the rest of their lives.  Not only will NYLT Pack & Paddle participants learn how to help lead their Troop, Crew or Post, but they will learn to do so in a wilderness trek environment, and maybe even pick up a few wilderness skills in the process. Pack and Paddle is conducted at the Bay-Lakes Council's beautiful Camp Hiawatha, situated deep in the Hiawatha National Forest of Michigan's Upper Peninsula.  Participants must be able to backpack and canoe to primitive back country campsites each night, and will live and work in a challenging and rustic environment.  Canoes, paddles, PFDs, and backpacking stoves will be provided, but participants must bring their own quality backpack, footwear, rain gear, and lightweight tent. Parents, participants, and leaders should understand that this is not a "Philmont", or "Boundary Waters" experience, but an intensive leadership training experience, conducted using the challenges of trekking relatively short distances through a wilderness environment as a team. Cost for the course is $300 if paid in full by July 1st, 2018. After that time the cost is $320.  Keep in mind that this fee includes a highly specialized experience that is longer in duration than both Summer Camp, and the Traditional NYLT Course.  The Course Fee also includes reasonable reimbursement for pre-approved gasoline receipts for those that provide car pool transportation to and from the Course.  A $100 non refundable registration fee is required to hold your slot.   Your Unit Leader's approval must also be secured to attend the course. Warning:  Due to the trekking format of this course, participation numbers are limited, and enforced.  Registration is first come, first served, with later registrations maintained on a waiting list. NYLT Participant Packet - REQUIRED DOCUMENTS ENCLOSED!

2018 Wood Badge: Weekend 1

Camp Rokilio 14404 Rokilio Road, Kiel, WI, United States

Open to all registered adults, Wood Badge is the premier adult training program for the Boy Scouts of America. Wood Badge teaches contemporary leadership and team development skills in an outdoor and Scouting setting with the ultimate purpose to aid adults in providing a quality, youth run program that will enable their youth to grow to their greatest potential. The course covers all aspects of Scouting from Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity, and Venturing. Wood Badge combines the most current leadership skills used by corporate America with best elements of successful leadership programs from over 100 years of Scouting experience. The course is completed over two weekends which encompasses the Practical Training and application. At the conclusion of the Practical Training each participant has 18 months to complete the application phase (ticket) and meet all goals they personally developed and enhanced from the training experience. Outside of the position specific training, the Boy Scouts of America desire is to have each registered adult complete Wood Badge within 2 years of joining Scouting. Come be part of the mountain top experience, grow personally and professionally, but most of all gain that diverse knowledge of Scouting and increase your Scouting network. Participants are required to attend both weekends: September 7 at 7:30 a.m.- September 9 at 5:00 p.m. and September 28 at 8:00 a.m. - September 30 at 5:00 p.m. Cost for this top-notch training presented by your peers is $275!  Limited financial aid is available through scholarships. After July 1, 2018, the $100.00 registration deposit becomes non-refundable. Any balance due must be paid in full by July 16, 2018. For information please contact Chris Rogers at (920) 385-9817 or through e-mail at chrisrogers817@gmail.com. A brochure is available for you to download and share by clicking here. Click here for information on the second weekend.

2018 Wood Badge: Weekend 2

Bear Paw Scout Camp 14000 Bear Paw Camp Lane, Mountain, WI, United States

Open to all registered adults, Wood Badge is the premier adult training program for the Boy Scouts of America. Wood Badge teaches contemporary leadership and team development skills in an outdoor and Scouting setting with the ultimate purpose to aid adults in providing a quality, youth run program that will enable their youth to grow to their greatest potential. The course covers all aspects of Scouting from Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity, and Venturing. Wood Badge combines the most current leadership skills used by corporate America with best elements of successful leadership programs from over 100 years of Scouting experience. The course is completed over two weekends which encompasses the Practical Training and application. At the conclusion of the Practical Training each participant has 18 months to complete the application phase (ticket) and meet all goals they personally developed and enhanced from the training experience. Outside of the position specific training, the Boy Scouts of America desire is to have each registered adult complete Wood Badge within 2 years of joining Scouting. Come be part of the mountain top experience, grow personally and professionally, but most of all gain that diverse knowledge of Scouting and increase your Scouting network. Participants are required to attend both weekends: September 7 at 7:30 a.m.- September 9 at 5:00 p.m. and September 28 at 8:00 a.m. - September 30 at 5:00 p.m. Cost for this top-notch training presented by your peers is $275!  Limited financial aid is available through scholarships. After July 1, 2018, the $100.00 registration deposit becomes non-refundable. Any balance due must be paid in full by July 16, 2018. For information please contact Chris Rogers at (920) 385-9817 or through email at chrisrogers817@gmail.com. A brochure is available for you to download and share by clicking here. Click here to register.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO)

Camp Rokilio 14404 Rokilio Road, Kiel, WI, United States

What is BALOO? BALOO stands for Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation. It is designed to introduce Cub Scout leaders to the newly expanded opportunities for pack overnight camping. BALOO is required for all Packs planning an overnight campout. Why Should I Attend? At least one adult leader must be BALOO trained in order for a Cub Scout Pack to participate in overnight camping. Tour permits will only be issued to Packs who meet the requirements of having attended BALOO training. Details This is an energetic training that will cover everything you need to know to plan and run a Pack overnighter. It’s more than just camping — it includes ideas for outdoor activities, games and ceremonies; information on selecting and using camping equipment; how to run a campfire program; and hands-on Cub Scout cooking demonstrations! In short, everything you need to know to make your pack overnighter a fun, successful and BSA approved event!

Bay-Lakes Council sponsored NRA Certified Muzzleloading Instructor Class

Bear Paw Scout Camp 14000 Bear Paw Camp Lane, Mountain, WI, United States

Qualified individuals will be trained in the proper use of the National Rifle Association methods to teach Basic Students. There are two separate classes. Basic Instructor Training is the first part of any NRA Certified Instructor Training. It teaches Instructor Candidates how to set-up and properly present the learning material following the NRA teaching methods. This class is at least six hours. Basic Muzzleloading Instructor Training is specific training to teach Instructor Candidates the Basic Muzzleloading class. This class covers muzzleloading rifles, shotguns and pistols. It is not the same as the NRA CO-OP Muzzleloading Rifle class taught at National Camping School. You may bring your own muzzleloading shotguns or rifle, or ball and cap revolvers. They must be deemed safe to use by the Training Counselor. Call for information. Shooting qualification will be done during the course. You must meet the minimum standard to complete the class. Attendance at these classes does not guarantee one will be Certified. Candidates must show the proper knowledge, skills and attitude to become NRA Certified Muzzleloading Instructors. For clarification or specifics of the classes please contact Don Ascher at (920) 857-8044.   Please bring the completed parts A and B of the BSA Health and Medical Forms with you to the event. Note: This event is set up as pay-online only. Please have either; debit/credit card, checking/bank account information, or paypal account available to register and complete your order.

Basic Chainsaw Operators Course

Bear Paw Scout Camp 14000 Bear Paw Camp Lane, Mountain, WI, United States

This is the Basic Chain Saw Operators Course that meets the National Camping Standard FA-712 Trees must be felled and chain saws used in a safe manner. This is a 2 year certification and will instruct the attendee in proper maintenance, personal protective equipment, and correct technique that are critical components of safe chain saw operation and tree felling.  Bay-Lakes Council properties rely on chain saws to help clear trails, remove deadfalls, clear timber, and stockpile wood for campfires. If you have not completed a Basic Course or refresher Course within the past 2 years, you will need to attend to continue using a chain saw on Council Properties. Each participant must have with them proper Safety Equipment, to include hard hat, eye protection, hearing protection, leather gloves, protective chaps or pants, leather boots - steel toe prefered. Each participant must have a fully operational saw with owners manual, a working chain brake, fuel, bar oil, a field maintenance kit, falling ax or pounder and plastic wedges. You must be at least 18 year of age and be a registered Adult Scouter. Bring a lunch, Camp will have water and coffee available.

About Bay-Lakes Council Camps


Bay-Lakes Council Camps are operated by the Bay-Lakes Council of the Boy Scouts of America headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. Our camps host over 5,000 campers during the summer months and even more in the fall, winter, and spring.

Contact Information

Bay-Lakes Council Camps Office
2555 Northern Road
Appleton, WI 54912

Email: reservations@baylakescamps.org
Phone: 1-800-3Scouts

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