Thursday, January 6, 2011

Welcome to Wood Badge S8-16-11-1!!!

Apply NOW On-Line to Attend Westark Area Council's
Wood Badge Course for 2011


What is Wood Badge?: 
  • Wood Badge is the advanced leadership and team-building training for adult leaders.
  • It teaches skills that are useful in Scouting and elsewhere
  • The program is for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout and Venture leaders as well as council and district leaders.
  • Wood Badge for the 21st Century focuses on leadership, not outdoor skills.
The 21st Century Wood Badge course brings together leaders from all areas of Scouting - Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturing, and all levels of BSA's professional staff. Reflecting the best of nearly a century of Scouting experience, 21st Century Wood Badge also draws upon the most current leadership models being used by corporate America, academic circles, and successful outdoor leadership organizations throughout the country. You will learn, make lifelong friends and have FUN!!


When and Where: 

Sept 29, 30, Oct 1, 2011 (at Camp Orr- Jasper, AR)
and October 27, 28, 29, 2011 (At Rogers Scout Reservation- Ione, AR)

Who may attend:
Wood Badge training is for EVERY Scout leader....Cub Scout, Boy Scout Venturing and Varsity. 
Qualifications to attend are:

1. Be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
2. Have completed the basic training courses for your Scouting position.
3. Be capable of functioning safely in an outdoor environment. All participants
are required to complete the Annual Health and Medical Record form (available at www.scouting.org).

What is the cost?: 

$190 in one payment or may be made in three installments (See application for details--all fees must be paid in full by Aug 12, 2011).  Either full payment or the first installment will hold your position until Aug 12.  Deposit is non-refundable after Aug 12.


How do I sign up?:
Participation in the course is first come/first served and is expected to fill up quickly! Deposit or full amount must be sent to the Scout office to hold your place. To apply On-Line please fill out the form found here: Participant Application form
You can also fill out a paper copy and send to the local Scout office with your deposit. Download the printed PDF copy here: Application Form (PDF)

Send application and fees to:
Westark Area Council, BSA
1401 Old Greenwood Road
Fort Smith, AR  72901
Attn: Wood Badge  WB-016  (include this code on all checks)
Phone (479) 782-7244 or register online at www.westarkbsa.org .
WOOD BADGE  S8-16-11-1  


Questions?:
Please contact Course Director, John Spain at john.s.spain@gmail.com