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YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING
Youth Protection training can now be accomplished on line by connecting with the course through the Council website at www.nwsc.org. Upon completion of the training, a certificate will be generated and sent to the person completing the course. Upon receipt of the ceretificate, trained individuals are encouraged to contact the Council office to have their training record posted accordingly.
Unit training coordinators are encouraged to poll their registered leaders as to completion of Youth Protection Training and submit a consolidated listing of unit leaders who have completed the training including the date trained.
NOTE: Individuals who took the on-line Youth Protection Training during the period 1 – 10 February 2003 were not certified for course completion. These individuals must take the course again to receive proper certification.
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Boy Scout Training Opportunities
Check out our web page at www.nwsc.org/training for upcoming events and registration forms.
Troop Committee Training
Three opportunities to get you and your Troop Committee trained!!
This ONE SESSION training program is designed to help ALL CURRENT AND FUTURE troop committee members better understand their roles and responsibilities. This training will also enable troop committee members to support the troop, the Scoutmaster and Scouts.
Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are also encouraged to attend.
Date(s) Time Location
Tuesday, April 22nd 6:30 – 9:30 PM St. Simon's Episcopal Church
Print out the registration form at http://www.nwsc.org/training/TCtraining.pdf
Wednesday, May 14th 6:30 – 9:30 PM TBA
Scoutmaster/Asst. Scoutmaster Specifics
Flier is available at: http://www.nwsc.org/training/SMS0403.pdf
This is the new Scoutmaster and Asst. Scoutmaster's training. The program covers the
responsibilities, opportunities, and resources that will ensure a successful troop leadership
experience. Come learn more about your position including, advancement, the patrol method, Junior Leader Training, troop organization and Scoutmaster's conferences.
All, new and experienced, Scoutmasters, Asst. Scoutmasters, Troop Committee
Members, outgoing Webelos Leaders and Parents are invited to attend.
Scoutmaster Specifics is required to be a “Trained” Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster.
Questions? Call John Fraser at 847/891-4238, jfraser@bytemeusa.com or
NWSC at 847/824-6880
Introduction to Outdoor Leaders Skills
Flier is available at: http://www.nwsc.org/training/OLS0403.pdf
Course Objective:
To teach the outdoor skills necessary for Boy Scout first class rank. This will be a “hands on” course and will cover the skills of ropes/knots/lashings, cooking, wood tools, first aid and nature. Webelos and Venture leaders are also encouraged to attend to learn outdoor skills.
Equipment:
The current edition of the Boy Scout Handbook is required at all sessions. Equipment list will be provided at the patrol meeting. Menu and money for patrol food will be provided at the Patrol Meeting.
Personal equipment, tents and eating utensils are the responsibility of the participants. All gear must be able to be carried into site.
All, new and experienced, Scoutmasters, Asst. Scoutmasters, Troop Committee Members, outgoing Webelos Leaders and Parents are invited to attend the course.
Introduction to Outdoor Leaders Skills is one of the required courses to be a “Trained” Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster.
Questions? Call John Fraser, Course Director at 847/891-4238 or jfraser@bytemeusa.com or NWSC at 847/824-6880
Okpik
It's never too early to start planning ahead! Northwest Suburban Council announces Okpik Cold Weather Camping Training for Troop Leaders, Senior Scouts, Troop Trainers Ages 14 & Up
This Train the Trainer program will provide you with the knowledge and materials to conduct winter camping training within your units. This program covers the skills and techniques that must be learned and the planning that must be done to ensure a successful, fun, and safe cold weather camping experience.
These include physical preparation, clothing, food and water, sanitation practices, first aid and emergency procedures, shelter and shelter building, methods of travel in snow, and making equipment.
Cold weather camping mistakes can be deadly. The skills learned in the Okpik Program will make cold weather camping an enjoyable, safe Scouting experience. Visit the Okpik website at http://www.nwsc.org/okpik/ for upcoming information!
2003-2004 Dates
Sunday, October 19
Sunday, November 2
Sunday, November 16
Sunday, December 7
Overnight – Saturday, January 10 – Sunday, January 11
Questions? Contact Bill Kaisling at 847-635-7848 or BVJEK@aol.com or NWSC at 847-824-6880.
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TRAINING AWARDS
January 2003 through February 2003
Blackhawk
Alfred Wilson, Pack 85
- Cub Scouter Training Award
Alan Oliver, Pack 191
- Webelos Leader Training Award
North Woods
Mary Sabol, Pack 39
- Webelos Leader Training Award
Allen Wooley, Pack 316
- Den Leader Training Award
Christopher Geraghty, Troop 149
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Jim Scanlan, North Woods Dist.
- District Committee Training Award
Pathfinder
John Fox, Pack 396
- Cub Scouter Training Award
Susan Pfeiffer, Pack 398
- Cub Scouter Training Award
Robert Weaver, Pack 496
- Cub Scouter Training Award
Signal Hill
Jeff Griese, Pack 210
- Webelos Leader Training Award
Galen Kirby, Pack 210
- Webelos Leader Training Award
Randy Hansen, Pack 210
- Cub Scouter Training Award
Lorie Ann Thielman, Pack 629
- Den Leader Training Award
Bill Ross, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Bill Achramowicz, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Hank Stuchel, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Craig Horswill, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Ryan Julian, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Tom Krettler, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Bill Turnqest, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Lisa Even, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
George Felt, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
Steve Ritch, Troop 10
- Boy Scout Leader's Training Award
** The Awards will be or have been presented to the recipients at the Roundtable Meetings.
CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL FOR DOING YOUR BEST FOR THE BOYS!!!!
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