Easter 2026
The Scout shop will be closed Friday, April 3rd through Monday, April 6th, reopening on Tuesday, April 7th. The Scout offices will be closed Friday, April 3rd and will reopen Monday, April 6th.
IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills) is a hands-on training course required for Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters to be considered fully trained. It provides the essential outdoor skills needed to lead Scouts in a safe and engaging outdoor program.
This training covers key topics such as:
Camping & Outdoor Skills – Tent pitching, cooking, and Leave No Trace principles
Navigation & Hiking – Map reading, compass use, and trail safety
Scoutcraft & Knots – Fire-building, knife and axe safety, and essential knots
Leadership & Advancement – Teaching Scouts outdoor skills and supporting rank requirements
IOLS is designed to prepare leaders to confidently guide Scouts in outdoor adventures. It is a required course for Scoutmasters and assistant Scoutmasters and is typically conducted as an overnight training experience led by experienced Scouters.