Tres Ranchos District of the Boy Scouts of America
TRAINING JUNIOR LEADER Troop Level Pinecone Brownsea White Stag Philmont Den Chief Winterawareness CUB TRAINING Fast Start AKELA /Cub Acorn Cub Woodbadge Pow Wow Roundtable BOY SCOUTER Fast Start Youth Protection Acorn Acorn Skills Woodbadge Philmont Train the Trainer Univ. of Scouting Roundtable Together We Plan High Adventure Leadership Conf. Loads Very Slowly HOME PAGE CALENDAR ACTIVITIES PIX PAGE SFBAC	Boy scout adult training Adult leaders in Boy Scouting need certain basic information in order to bring a quality program to Scouts. Leaders need to know the objectives and methods of Boy Scouting and they need guidance on how to be effective leaders. Fast start This course, with the use of a video, provides basic training in the areas of The Troop Meeting, The Outdoor Program, and Troop Organization. The troop committee usually provides it at the Troop level. Acorn This is also known as Scoutmastership Fundamentals or Boy Scout Leader Basic Training. This training is offered to adults once a year in our district. It usually follows Fast Start Training. Supplemental training Boy Scout leader roundtables Roundtables are supplemental training and are held monthly for the purpose of giving adult leaders the skills and ideas they need to deliver an exciting Boy Scout program to boys. The roundtable serves also to renew each Scouter’s enthusiasm and dedication. It is held on the second Thursday of each month, September through May. There is a special summertime session June through August. It is currently held at the Epiphany Lutheran Church located at Carolyn Drive in San Leandro. Please see Council Annual Planning Calendar or Webb Calendar. Merit badge counselor training Merit Badge Counselors are highly valued in Scouting. Each counselor must be a registered Scouter. Training is provided by the council/district. You must be 18 years of age and proficient in the merit badge subject by vocation or avocation. Please see council calendar for dates or call the Training Center for information. Skills day instruction Specialized training for Boy Scout leaders to improve their outdoor scouting skills. This is usually offered in conjunction with Acorn training, but maybe taken after Acorn for refreshment on a yearly basis. For dates offered check the Acorn schedule and the Council Annual Planning Calendar. This is usually held at Bay Trees Park in Castro Valley. See Acorn and Acorn flyers Train the trainer This course is designed to train those who conduct training for leaders in Cub scouting, Boy Scouting, Varsity, Venturing, Commissioner service and district/council operations. It is a daylong program that will help the Scouter sharpen their training skills and add pizzazz to their presentations. See flyers and council calendar. TROOP COMMITTEE Challenge This is a new training program for the troop committee. It is usually provided at the troop or district level. The Troop Committee Challenge training for Boy Scout troop committees was developed to help troop committee members understand their roles and responsibilities. The mission of the Troop Committee Challenge training is to help each troop committee work as a team to improve the Scouting experience for adult and youth members. This three-hour program uses games, case studies and discussion to make this a learning experience that will enhance every individual's ability to deliver a quality program. Youth protection This training is usually provided at the troop level. Many districts and councils also offer this training. This training is required every two years. Advanced training The council provides this training. Participation is for Scoutmasters, assistant Scoutmasters, and others directly in support of troop operation. Wood badge This experience involves eight days and seven nights. It maybe in a weeklong session or covered in three weekend sessions. Wood Badge is an outdoor experience in which Scouters live the patrol method, gain knowledge of the skills needed for effective troop leadership, and develop attitudes that contribute to their ability to work with others. Participants learn outdoor skills and how to use Scout methods to help boys in their personal growth and development. Please see council Webb page for course dates and location. Boy Scout junior leader training Scouting has a strong commitment to leadership training. Troop level Junior Leader Training (JLT) provides an excellent introduction to leadership skills. The Council and District level courses provide additional training to strengthen the basic skills. DEN CHIEF TRAINING Many Councils offer training for den chiefs at selected council gatherings. In the San Francisco Bay Area Council, this is usually offered at the University of Scouting/ Pow Wow in January. It is a half-day course for those interested in being a Den Chief or for those who are Den Chiefs but would like training in that position. Scouts learn how to help out with a Cub Scout den and pack. Troop junior level training – pinecone 1 This is a part-day course with activities, games and possibly videos. Currently being re-written for the district level and a new program is available for the troop level by National. It will include troop organization and team building. Patrol leader fundamentals – pinecone 2 This is a one-day course that offers the scout an opportunity to learn practical skills, such as how to fill out a duty roster and manage other aspects of leading a patrol. See flyer for details and council calendar Advanced junior leaders skills – pinecone 3 Currently under consideration and planning. More on this will be announced in the future. WINTER AWARENESS TRAINING A one-day training on cold-weather camping sponsored by the Order of the Arrow. It is taught by older scouts. Younger scouts will learn the essentials of staying warm and dry while camping in snow and cold weather. This is usually offered in January at the University of Scouting/Pow Wow. BROWNSEA This is a seven-day course that is intended for Senior Patrol leaders, Patrol leaders and other youth leaders. It is a Junior Leader Training Conference and is conducted by the council in a camping situation. The course is an intensive experience In Scoutcraft and leadership skills.