Kevin McDonalds Blog

I am now BALOO Certified! What is BALOO? It is the Boy Scouts of America "Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation." This means that I can lead a pack in a campout.

Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) is a one-day training event that introduces leaders and parents to the skills needed to plan and conduct pack outdoor activities, particularly pack camping.

Participants who complete this training course will

* Understand the focus of the Cub Scout level of the BSA outdoor program.

* Gain the skills needed to plan and carry out a successful Cub Scout-level overnight activity.

* Learn more about the resources available from the BSA for carrying out this activity.

This training is required for any adult who is in charge of planning a pack campout.

“Nothing in the world is more dangerous than a sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity.” – MLK