1. Training “Anybody can grab a tiger by the tail. You only survive by knowing what to do next.”

2. Your Choice As an adult leader you have a choice to make… –You can muddle your way through in a haphazard manner, taking the risk that your youth members will miss some of the most important aspects of Scouting and perhaps even become disinterested enough to drop out. OR –You can participate in training and make the commitment to learn all you can about your responsibilities so you can become an effective leader.

3. Value of Training BSA Leadership Training Program Networking –You'll meet other leaders and trade ideas with them, and develop new friendships that will endure long after the training session has ended. You'll learn where to go for advice. Fun

4. Basic Leadership Training –New Leaders Essentials (NLE) Once for all positions –Cub Scout Leader Specifics (CLS) Tiger Leader Den Leader Webelos Leader Cubmaster Committee Member

5. Additional Training Core (on-line) –Youth Protection Training –Fast Start Training Outdoor –Basic Adult Leadership Outdoor Orientation (BALOO) –Outdoor Leader Skills for Webelos Leaders (OWL) –Safe Swim Defense –Safety Afloat Wood Badge – Leadership Training

6. “Every youth deserves a trained leader.”