One of the keys to a successful Scouting experience for young people, second only to the selection of the right person for each responsibility, is trained volunteer leadership. Leadership training provides adult leaders with fundamental information about the aims and methods of the movement, as well as specifics about their particular roles in Scouting.
For this reason, the Buckeye Council is committed to provide top quality training opportunities for leaders, parents and Scouts at the district and council levels. Through these efforts, the delivery of a better and quality Scouting program can be provided to our entire youth membership.
Safeguarding Youth Training
True youth protection can be achieved only through the focused commitment of everyone in Scouting. It is the mission of Youth Protection volunteers and professionals to work within Scouting to maintain a culture of Safeguarding Youth awareness and safety at the national, territory, area, council, district, and unit levels.
All adult leaders must take this training and renew it each year.
Position-Specific Trainings
Position Specific Training is a course required for registered leaders of all Scouting programs levels (Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturing) to earn their Trained status. It provides the specialized knowledge a new leader needs to assume a leadership role. Position Specific Training is available online at the Scouting Learn Center through my.scouting.org. You can also attend a training taught by informed volunteers on a district or council level.
Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation for Cub Scout Leaders (BALOO)
BALOO stands for Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation. It’s the introductory training Cub Scout leaders should complete before taking Cub Scouts on an overnight camping trip. Leaders who complete BALOO training are better prepared to plan pack den or pack overnight events.
The next BALOO Training will take place May 8-9, 2026 at Camp Akela at Seven Ranges! Click the link below to register.
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
Wood Badge
Wood Badge is an advanced, national leadership course open to all Scouting volunteers and professionals. Pricing is based upon paid in full date. Gain a deeper understanding of scouting, apply skills throughout your Scouting career, network with new people, build skills to use in your unit, work, family life and community and have fun! Join us for the 2027 course! Dates to be announced soon!
