Training
Adult Leader Outdoor Skills Training (ALOST) PDF Print E-mail

Part 1 is an all day Saturday session.
Part 2 is a Friday night to Saturday overnight.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Recommended for 2nd year WEBELOS LEADERS, ALL PARENTS, GUARDIANS, who intend to participate with their units in outdoor activities, ALL NEW Scoutmasters & Assistant Scoutmasters, ALL NEW AND EXPERIENCED Troop Committee Members and who wish to gain a better understanding of the outdoor program, and those current Scoutmasters and Assistants that have not received any outdoor skills training over the past 3 years.

WHAT WILL BE COVERED: A “hands-on training” to give adults and adult leaders the practical skills necessary to successfully lead Scouts in out-of-door activities. Some of those skills include: setting up campsites, pitching tents, hiking, outdoor cooking, knot tying, whipping ropes, lashings, the correct handling of woods tools, using Leave No Trace guidelines, putting on an interfaith worship service, setting up campfire programs, selecting proper gear & equipment, fire building, first-aid, using a map & compass, and other pertinent skills (related to the outdoors) – to the skill level of a First Class Scout.

Any training questions, please email West Niver at aquilatraining@yahoo.com

 
Basic Adult Leadership Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) PDF Print E-mail

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Come Learn How to Make the Outdoors FUN for your Cub Scouts. Before you begin to plan a camping trip come and learn the basics for a successful outing!

Who Should Attend: Cubmasters and Adults who want to lead Cub Scouts on exciting, well planned outdoor camping programs. If your Pack is planning an overnight camping trip you MUST have at least one adult in your pack certified as BALOO Trained!

Any training questions, please email West Niver at aquilatraining@yahoo.com

 
Cub Scout Leader Specific Training PDF Print E-mail

Cub Scout Leader Training requires participation in two sessions, New Leader Essentials and the specific training for your position in the Unit.

There is no fee for either New Leader Essentials or Cub Scout Leader Specific Training.

Any training questions, please email West Niver at aquilatraining@yahoo.com

 
Den Chief Training PDF Print E-mail

Den Chief Training requires participation by both the Den Leader and the Den Chief in this fun, informative hands-on class. The course is designed not only to teach the basics, but also to help establish an effecive working relationsip between the Den Leader and the Den Chief.

There is no fee for Den Chief Training.

Any training questions, please email West Niver at aquilatraining@yahoo.com

 
First Aid O'Ree PDF Print E-mail

7pm to 8:30pm

(Registration starts at 6:30Pm)

  • Cost: $3 per patrol
  • Contact: Steve Meerdink @ 206-824-9671
  • Bring: Patrol First Aid Kit.
  • 5-6 Scout neckerchiefs or large triangular bandages.
  • 3-4 splints.
  • Several gauze pads.
  • 2 water bottles

Come and have fun showing off your First-Aid skills!

 
New Boy Scout Leader Training PDF Print E-mail

Welcome New Boy Scout Leaders!

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Welcome to the world of Boy Scouting! The Boy Scout Program is for boys who are in sixth grade or higher. It is a boy centered program teaching leadership, self reliance, outdoor skills and values to last a lifetime. The Boy Scout program began in America in 1910 and continues today to be a vital proving ground for boys to learn and practice skills that last a lifetime.

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New Cub Scout Leader Training PDF Print E-mail

Welcome New Leaders!

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Welcome to the world of Cub Scouting! The Cub Program is for boys in the first through fifth grades. This is an exciting time in a boy's live: everything is a new adventure, they're filled with enthusiasm, and Parents and other Adults in leadership positions are respected and admired. Savor it while it lasts!

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New Leader Essentials PDF Print E-mail

Welcome New Leaders!

Whether you've just agreed to accept your first position in Scouting Leadership, or are an old hand who's taking on a new position, you probably have many questions, like "What are the guidelines for my position?", "What is my role in the organization structure of my unit?", or "What resources are available to me?".

The Aquila District Training Team understands what you're going through. We all had those same questions when we started. That's why we've assembled a group of trained, experienced, knowledgeable Scouters to help you get started. Our training programs are tailored to fit your needs. They are designed to give you a general overview of the Scouting program and the information you need for YOUR specific job.

To help you get started, just click on the emblem below of the program in which you're involved. You'll get quick information on just what you need to do to be trained and be able to register and start your training NOW, when you need it the most.

Thanks for your involvement! We're looking forward to working with you!

 
New Venturing Leader Training PDF Print E-mail

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Upcoming Aquila Events

Camporee Staff Meeting
Wed May 23 @ 7:00PM - 08:30PM

District Camporee
Fri Jun 01 to Sun Jun 03
Pacific Raceways
District Camporee
Sat Jun 02 to Sun Jun 03
Pacific Raceways
District Camporee
Sun Jun 03 to Sun Jun 03
Pacific Raceways
Aquila District Recognition Night
Thu Jun 07 @ 7:30PM - 09:00PM

Aquila District/Commissioner Staff Meeting
Thu Jun 07 @ 7:30PM - 09:00PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
OA Chapter Meeting
Thu Jun 14 @ 7:30PM - 08:30PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
Roundtables-Aquila
Thu Jun 14 @ 7:30PM - 09:00PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
Basic Adult Leaders Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) - Aquila Disrtrict
Sat Jun 16 @ 8:30AM - 05:00PM
Camp Schoenwald
Aquila District/Commissioner Staff Meeting
Thu Jul 05 @ 7:30PM - 09:00PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
OA Chapter Meeting
Thu Jul 12 @ 7:30PM - 08:30PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
Roundtables-Aquila
Thu Jul 12 @ 7:30PM - 09:00PM
LDS Stake Center, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Tue Jul 17 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Wed Jul 18 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Wed Jul 18 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Thu Jul 19 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Thu Jul 19 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Thu Jul 19 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Fri Jul 20 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien
Cub Scout Day Camp
Fri Jul 20 @ 9:00AM - 04:00PM
Schoenwald Park, Burien