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What is BALOO, and why is it good for you?

By Mark Ray

New hybrid approach enhances outdoor learning.

Why Wood Badge?

By Scouting magazine

Volunteers expect fun and fellowship at a Wood Badge course, but much more awaits. Read about how this training session helps new-to-Scouting adults lead more successful packs, troops and crews.

How to encourage volunteers to get trained

By Aaron Derr

How can your unit create a culture that expects and encourages training? Two longtime Cub Scouters share their advice.

The BSA’s new “training continuum” provides volunteer leaders with a seamless transition from one program to the next, with little repetition in content and much flexibility in presentation and scheduling.