Training


UPCOMING and On-Line TRAINING	Cub Scout Leader Training - Sep 11 BALOO Training (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) - Oct 2 Westark Rope & Rappelling School - Sep 17-19 AND Oct 8-10 Baden Powell University - Nov 20 Merit Badge Counselor Training in PDF format! On-line Training links Supplemental Training links
	"This Is Scouting" On-Line Training Replaces New Leader Essentials as a Required Training "This is Scouting" was added to the BSA's on-line Learning Center over the weekend. "This is Scouting" replaces New Leader Essentials as a required course for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing volunteers to earn the "Trained" leader emblem. ....MORE	Tour Permits Now Require Attendance By A Weather Hazard Trained Adult Effective January 1, 2009, when filling out Tour Permits, at least one adult must have completed Planning and Preparing for Hazardous Weather training. Local Tour Permit #34426 ....MORE

Leader Specific Training for All Cub Leaders Cub Specifics Training Saturday, Sep 11, 2010 Registration coming soon...	Be Ready For Your Leadership Position! Join us for a fun and informative training for Tiger, Cub an Webelos Leaders, as well as committee members. EVERY boy deserves a trained leader and ever LEADER deserves to be trained! Attention "This is Scouting" is a new online training session that replaces New Leader Essentials. This training session is available through the E-Learning Portal of MyScouting. You will need your Scouting Membership ID number. If you don't have a card, call the council office and get it: 1-800-748-8509. This is the first step for all leaders (Cub, Boy Scout and Venturing), on the way to becoming trained. ABOUT Basic Leader Training Basic Leader Training is designed to give position-related information to all adult leaders in Cub Scouting. Building on the foundation established in Fast Start Training, Basic Leader Training goes into greater detail. Basic Leader Training has two parts: This Is Scouting is for all new leaders in Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity Scouting, and Venturing. It is an online interactive learning experience that is divided into six modules. It picks up where Fast Start left off and introduces participants to the following areas of the Scouting program: Mission, Vision, and Values; Programs for All Ages and Abilities; Scouting Is Fun!; Scouting in the Community; Protecting Our Youth; and Scouting’s Legacy. Leader Specific Training gives a leader the knowledge and skills needed for a specific position. Leader Specific Training is available for the following positions in Cub Scouting: Tiger Cub leader Cub Scout den leader and assistant Webelos den leader and assistant Cubmaster and assistant Pack committee members Basic Leader Training goes into greater detail on youth development and boy behavior, program planning, activities, and the purposes of the program. It is usually presented in one or two group sessions, but can be delivered to small groups or even individuals through personal coaching. Every Cub Scout leader should complete Basic Leader Training; it prepares leaders to deliver a quality, fun-filled program. Leaders who understand the whys and hows of the program are more effective in their roles. They know how to use available resources to provide an exciting and worthwhile program for boys. Trained leaders have confidence in carrying out their responsibilities and, along with the boys, have more fun.

Westark Ropes and Rappelling School Camp Orr September 17-18-19, 2010 AND October 8-9-10, 2010 Instructor Class Schedule	Westark Area Council Rock Climbing and Rappelling Instructor School At Beautiful Camp Orr on the Buffalo National River The Westark Rock Climbing and Rappelling Instructor School will teach Unit Leaders the BSA requirements to conduct Troop/Crew rock climbing and rappelling program. The school will teach you how to pick BSA approved equipment and maintain the BSA required logs on its use. You will learn how to pick approved climbing and rappelling sites. Students will learn to correctly rig ropes and how to effect rescues, in the event something goes awry. Westark Rock Climbing and Rappelling Instructor School is a two part training experience. The Learning experience is held on September 17-18-19, 2010 The Teaching experience is held on October 8-9-10, 2010 Contact David Comstock for registration information (479) 236-3293 (cell) Email: david.comstock@gmail.com

Baden Powell University Training for ALL Scouting Leaders Nov 20 Harrison, AR	Get Some Training in Specific Areas at BPU Baden Powell University is an opportunity for Scouting Leaders from all types of units to get some great training in specific areas. Classes typically range from cooking outdoors, to trekking tips, to "Planning to Succeed" in your Pack, and how to handle troublesome scouts. It is good stuff, taught by seasoned leaders who have been there and done that and are anxious to share their experience to help others succeed. Put the date on your calendar and get a carload from your unit to go! It will be well worth your while and a lot of fun to boot. More detailed information later.

Merit Badge Counselor Training On-Line any time!	Merit Badge Counselor Training On-Line! ATTENTION: SCOUTMASTERS, TROOP ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEE, MERIT BADGE COUNSELORS, OR THOSE INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MERIT BADGE COUNSELOR (or if you just want to be in the know) Merit badge counselor training is now on the council website. There are many misconceptions out there about this very important and vital part of scouting. Please read and train all of your merit badge counselors. We all need to be on the same page. The information contained in this document is from national publications. Every boy deserves a trained leader and that includes merit badge counselors. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. To access this training, Link here: www.westarkbsa.org , click on "training" and then "Merit Badge Counselor Training." Click on "printer friendly version." Congratulations on doing the best for your boys. Carol Denefe Razorback District Advancement Chair

On-line Training Links	Access other On-Line Training Through http://www.MyScouting.org Sign in using your Scouting ID number (call the Council if you don't have it) and open your very own Scouting Portal now! Available courses are listed below: Orientation Training ScoutParents Unit Coordinator Fast Start Unit Commissioner Fast Start Fast Start: Cubmaster Fast Start: Tiger Cub Den Leaders Fast Start: Webelos Den Leaders Fast Start: Wolf/Bear Cub Scout Den Leaders Pack Committee Fast Start Fast Start: Boy Scouting Fast Start: Venturing Basic Training Youth Protection Training Troop Committee Challenge Youth Protection Training - Venturing Version Supplemental Training Safe Swim Defense Safety Afloat Staffing the District Committee Weather Hazards

Supplemental Training for Special Focus	Great Topics Available in Supplemental Training Modules! Supplemental training modules are designed to provide orientation beyond the basic training offered in New Leader Essentials and leader-specific training. Each module is a unit of training that can be used as an outline for a group, for personal coaching, or for self-study. Most of the outlines should require about an hour to complete. Consider each unit of study to be an introduction to the subject. Scouters are welcome to download subjects that are of interest for personal or unit use. There are no training credits associated with the completion of these units of study. Additional training units are being developed and will be continually added to this site. Take this link to access PDF versions of training supplements on many topics. http://www.scouting.org/BoyScouts/TrainingModules.aspx Topics include: Leave No Trace: Preserving the Beauty and Maintaining Our Access to the Land Learn to identify personal nature awareness and stewardship goals, and learn advanced skills, but simple ones, that will help ensure a minimum-impact (Leave No Trace) experience on all outdoor experiences. Disc Golf in Support of Scouting Disc golf is one of the fastest-growing outdoor activities among youth and young adults. This course will teach you how disc golf can help you to improve your Scouting program, including using disc golf as an activity, for advancement, and as a great source of service projects. And, of course, you’ll learn how to play disc golf—and teach others to play. Mentoring Mentoring is an opportunity to help a person grow through discovery. This session will address various mentoring models and ways to be a mentor to Scouts and Scouters. Chain Saw Safety Council properties rely on chain saws to help clear trails, remove deadfalls, clear timber, and stockpile wood for campfires and heating buildings. This training outline provides local councils with the resources to train chain saw operators on council property. Merit Badge Counselor Instructors Guide This module will guide new and potential merit badge counselors through their responsibilities in the role and will give them an understanding of the methods of counseling Scouts. It is intended as a short orientation course for new merit badge counselors before they begin working with Scouts. Board of Review Training This module will train troop committee members and others in the purposes of the board of review, offering suggestions for the types of questions that can or should be asked. Geocaching to Promote Scouting Geocaching is an exciting new sport that uses GPS navigation to find hidden treasures. It provides another tool for the fun-with-a-purpose toolbox and can combine outdoor adventure with advancement, recruiting, retention, and public relations. The Order of the Arrow and Your Troop This session discusses the benefits to the individual, troop, district, and council as a result of the Order of the Arrow's influence in your troop. Orientation for New Boy Scout Parents This brief orientation is designed to draw new parents into the troop experience and give them the information they need to enjoy the program and help their sons succeed. Planning and Conducting a Safe Scout Outing Safe Scouting can happen if you follow the Scout motto—Be Prepared. This unit of supplementary training will describe how to plan for and conduct a safe Scout outing. Recruiting Quality Training Staff Recruiting is an ongoing responsibility. This session will provide an overview of the steps involved in recruiting quality district or council training staff and will allow participants to take a step-by-step practice run through the recruiting process. Scoutmaster Conference Training This module will teach Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and other troop leaders about the purposes of the Scoutmaster's conference and will offer suggestions for questions that could be asked at these conferences. Selecting Quality Leaders This session will provide an overview of the seven steps to recruiting a key adult unit leader and will prepare participants to recruit new leaders for their units' needs. The Youth Leadership Training Continuum This supplemental training module is designed for Scout leaders and parents who want to understand the youth leadership training continuum. Bullying: Prevention and Intervention Tips for Scout Leaders and Parents The values of Scouting make it clear that bullying cannot be tolerated. Scouting leaders have a unique opportunity to teach respect and acceptance of others. Conducting an Interfaith Service Scouts and unit leaders can learn to conduct an interfaith service (formerly a Scouts' Own) that is inclusive for all participants. Cub Scout Commissioner Roundtable Fast Start This module provides a general overview of roundtable commissioners responsibilities, as well as an outline for roundtable meetings. PowerPoint Presentations Bullying: Prevention and Intervention Tips for Scout Leaders and Parents (PPT) Supporting Scouts With AD/HD (PPT) (DOC) The aims and methods of the Scouting program make it an outstanding opportunity for those with AD/HD characteristics to develop and enhance the skills that can lead to success in school, in relationships with other, and in life. National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience (NAYLE) NAYLE will provide Scouts with a Philmont-based wilderness encounter that motivates them to follow a life of helping others succeed based on the values expressed in the Scout Oath and Law.

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