Boy Scouts of America
National Capital Area Council
Aquia District

Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills (IOLS)

SUNDAY FRIENDLY FORMAT

IOLS is the required outdoor training for Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters, Varsity Coaches and Assistant Varsity Coaches, and optionally for Venturing Advisors and Associate Venturing Advisors.  The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook and focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.

Part 1 of 2:  Wed, 6 March 2013;
Part 2 of 2:  Fri – Sat, 15 - 16 March 2013

Schedule:
  6 March  6:30 PM – 8:00 PM  Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Stafford, VA
15 March 6:30 PM – 12:00 AM TBA, Stafford County, VA
16 March 12:00 AM – 6:00 PM TBA, Stafford County, VA 
 
Cost: The registration fee is $15 and covers camping fees, training materials, insurance, and food.    Participants will be formed into patrols and will be responsible for buying and preparing food for breakfast for Sat, 15 Mar.  Overnight camping is part of the instruction and course.  Participants MUST attend both parts of the course to successfully complete the training. 

Online Registration and Payment: Register and pay online via credit or debit card below.  For other payment options, contact Herold Bush, 540-371-1840, tbush50498@aol.com

Training Locations: 
Part 1 of 2:  6 March 2013 - Ebenezer UMC, 161 Embrey Mill Rd, Stafford, VA.  Get directions via tool at www.ebenezerumc.org.  DO NOT rely on GPS directions as you may end up on an impassable dirt road.  
Part 2 of 2:  15 – 16 March 2013 - Directions to Campsite will be provided at the first meeting. 

Registration information AND payment must be received no later than 5 March 2013.