Additional Training Opportunities
The Chief Seattle Training Team strives to provide opportunities to training year round and throughout the the council area. Aiming to bring the most needed courses and the highest quality instruction in a variety of ways.
The position trained requirements are set forth by Scouting America, however the additional coursework offered may provide you the best trajectory for your Scouting position or journey as a Scouter.
The programs found here may not fit into one of the categories on the Training Homepage.
May 3, 2025 Training Offerings
Offered in Tantem:
The Fundamentals Training:
The course introduces teaching techniques and skills to new Scout trainers but is also designed to help all Scouters, regardless of their experience, present effective training. Intended for both youth and adult trainers, the course will help those who might have trained for other organizations learn the Scouting America’s training techniques, and it will help freshen up the skills of current BSA trainers.
The Trainer’s Edge:
Trainer’s EDGE is a required train-the-trainer course for Wood Badge staff and NYLT adult staff, but is also for any other trainers wishing to enhance their training and presentation skills.
View the course syllabus here.
Date: May 3, 2025 @ 8:30am – 5pm
Cost: $10
Location: Volunteer Resource Center – 3120 Rainier Ave So, Seattle, WA 98114
*Please bring a sack lunch.
For more information, please contact training@seattlebsa.org.
May 9, 2025 Baloo Training
Offered in Silverdale
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.
BSA’s Cub Scout level camping policies will be taught along with the discovery of the necessary tools to help units carry our a successful camping experience. Completion of this course is mandatory for a MINIMUM OF ONE adult on a Pack overnighter.
Date: May 9, 2025 @ 6pm – May 10, 2025 @ 4pm
Cost: $20
Location: VFW Post 4992, 9981 Central Valley Rd, Silverdale WA
*Participants are asked to provide their own tent and sleeping gear.
For more information, please contact blpeet@juno.com
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