Empowering Leaders: The Value of Volunteer Training In Scouting
Scouting America, Montana Council thrives because of the dedication, energy, and passion of its volunteers. From leading dens and troops to organizing events and managing
Category: Training
NYLT: Fun, Adventure, & Growth
Dear Scouts and Scouters, My name is James S., and I am the Youth Course Lead for this year’s National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). If
Wilderness First Aid 2025
If you are more than 60 minutes from a medical facility, Scouting America recommends that at least one leader have Wilderness First Aid Training (WFA). Adventure bases require one or two leaders to have WFA.
SE Corner: View From NYLT
As I write this, I am at National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) at K-M Scout Ranch. It is always enjoyable to be a “fly on
Why Wood Badge
Every Scout Deserves A Well-Trained Leader Attending Wood Badge was a transformative experience for me. As a participant, I gained invaluable leadership skills and learned
NYLT Changed My Life
Dear Scouts and Scouters, My name is Ruby D., and I am this year’s Youth Course Lead of National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT). If you
Membership Learning Curve
Now is the time to put recruiting first on your unit’s priority list. Whatever you used to do for recruiting, do that and do new
Back-to-Scouting Night
As a parent, I always liked “Back to School Night” because you met the teachers and got oriented to the school year. Program Kick-off is
Upcoming Membership Recruitment Training
In the coming months of 2023, membership recruitment will be a topic of discussion during district and council meetings. Beginning at the Annual Convention later
Wood Badge Experiences
Wood Badge will make you not just a better Scout leader but provide a dynamic management training experience that will make you more effective and productive
Safety One Moment at a Time
What one word would you use to describe the BSA safety philosophy? I hope prevention was the one that popped into your head. Whether you
Commissioner Perspective, The Impact Of Training
Commissioners throughout Montana met in person and virtually on Saturday, November 5th at the Montana College of Commissioner Science in Missoula, Mont. Travis Deaton, District Commissioner of