Event Information

AUG
21

BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation)

Friday, August 21, 2026 at 6:00pm to Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 4:00pm
Central Daylight Time
McGimsey Scout Park
This one-and-a-half day course is designed as an introduction to the Cub Scout outdoor program for leaders interested in adding a camping component to their Pack activities. BALOO training consists of an online pre-requisite component in addition to an overnight hands on practical. Completion of this course is mandatory for a MINIMUM OF ONE adult on a Pack over-nighter. This training will be at McGimsey Scout Park - location to be determined.

Individual Registrations

Participants
Regular:
$30.00

Registration Information

7/28/2025 (Mon) 12:00 AM
Central Daylight Time
8/19/2026 (Wed) 11:59 PM
Central Daylight Time
Capacity: 48 Registered: 0

Welcome to BALOO! This course is designed to train those interested in planning overnight camp outs at the Cub Scout level.

Please note that this course requires the completion of an online module BEFORE completing the in-person training.  The online portion can be found at https://www.scouting.org/training/adult/    Scroll down to the Outdoor Skills Training Courses section and click on the link.  You will need an account with my.scouting.org.  Please provide proof of completion at check-in.

Check-in is at the McGimsey Scout Park dining hall which is located just past the pool. 

Participants will be camping overnight and will need to bring a tent, sleeping gear, mess kit, water bottle, and health form. Cooking gear will be provided. They should wear their uniform to check-in but be prepared to changed into an activity shirt. 

Breakfast and lunch on Saturday are provided.

The welcome letter and packing list will be emailed one week before the course. 

Details

McGimsey Scout Park
10810 Wedgewood Dr
San Antonio, TX 78231

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