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Check out our web page at www.nwsc.org/training for upcoming events and registration forms.

Wood Badge for the 21st Century

Okpik - Cold Weather Camping Training

http://www.nwsc.org/okpik/

WOOD BADGE FOR THE 21ST CENTURY
C-47-03


August 22-23-24 & September 12-13-14, 2003

It is our hope to have all Leaders trained in Wood Badge Leadership principles. With this goal in mind, we can be assured that we are delivering the promise made to youth, parents and sponsors. The following persons should be Wood Badge trained:
  • ?Scoutmasters, Cubmasters, Venture advisors.
  • ??Assistant Scoutmasters, Cubmasters and Advisors.
  • ??Unit Committee Chairpersons and Committee members
  • All Scouters providing program.
    QUALIFICATIONS
    To be eligible for Wood Badge Training you must:
    1. Be a registered Scouter in the Boy Scouts of America.
    2. Have not previously attended a Wood Badge course.
    3. Have completed the basic training courses for your Scouting position.
    4. Have a Class 3 physical valid through September 2003.

    The fee for Wood Badge training is:
    PAID IN FULL
    $175 - Before June 1, 2003.
    Or
    $195 - After June 1, 2003
    You can reserve your place on the roster by turning in a $60 nonrefundable deposit with this application. All final payments are due by July 31, 2003.

    Remember the course is limited to 48 participants. Don't miss the opportunity to improve the leadership of your unit.



    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!

    Questions? Contact Bill Kaisling at 847-635-7848 or BVJEK@aol.com or NWSC at 847-824-6880.



  • It's July, so let's go for a hike!  Free stave medallion to the tenth customer each day. Save 10% on all medallions, staves, hiking socks, acitvity shirts, T-shirts and Napowan shorts.  

    Beginning June 10 through August 19, the Scout Shop will be closed on Tuesdays so that we can support the camp trading posts.  Please visit us at one of the camp trading posts.

    Receive 10% off in July.



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