Training News

Operation of BB, Archery, and Other Shooting Sports Ranges for Scouting activities and events require qualified, trained BSA Rangemasters. This Training is offered at no cost; the certification is valid for two years. We only ask that you pledge support for Council, District, and/or Unit Shooting Programs. Click here for more information or to register!...

Fishing offers a great opportunity for Scout recruitment and retention; however, it needs YOU as a Fishing Champion within your council. The course is designed to qualify volunteers for improving the Outdoor Program in their Council through the utilization of Fishing programs. The Certified Angling Instructor (CAI) course is a program within the National Boy...

  The Council Commissioner Cabinet would like to invite all registered Commissioners to join us September 1 at 7pm for a Virtual Commissioner Conference.  Unfortunately, our May, in-person conference was canceled due to COVID-19 but the cabinet feels it important for us to have an opportunity to connect and address the numerous changes and challenges...

The Pa Game Commission has canceled face to face training due to COVID restrictions on group gatherings. The PA Hunter and Trapper courses that were scheduled at Camp Tuckahoe and Hidden Valley are canceled. The PA Game Commission advised us that you can now complete the course online after registering. https://tinyurl.com/y6mhgd8u...

Level 1 Instructor Certification Course provides graduates the necessary tools to maintain a high level of safety both on and off the archery range and ensures that minimum standards for archery instruction are consistently taught to provide for the safety and enjoyment of the participants, instructors and spectators. Level 1 Instructors are well prepared to...

With the extension of business closures due to the spread of COVID-19, our camping facilities will be closed through the month of May.  As a result, the May BALOO and IOLS courses are canceled.  We encourage you to switch your reservation to a future course. All of our training courses are available here.  Additionally,...

College of Commissioner Science Evening Courses CANCELED THE APRIL 14TH TRAINING HAS BEEN CANCELED AND WILL BE MOVED TO THE COMMISSIONER PART OF THE 2020 UNIVERSITY OF SCOUTING Bethany Village, 325 Wesley Drive, West Campus, Maple Wood Assisted Living Center, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 Courses offered by date: March 10th BCS 104 Contacting Units– this course...

With the extension of business closures due to the spread of COVID-19, our camping facilities will be closed through the month of April and service centers until the governor’s order is lifted.  As a result, the April BALOO and IOLS courses are canceled.  We encourage you to switch your reservation to a future course. All...

Welcome to the Shooting Sports Information Page. Here you will find updates & information regarding Scouting shooting sports. Watch this page for information regarding Scout related: merit badges, events, safety, training, & opportunities
In Scouting events and activities, the BSA’s primary consideration is the safety of its youth and adult members. To achieve that goal,...

Accessing Online Training for Scouting Every youth deserves a well-trained leader and some of this training can be taken online.  Youth Protection, Cub Scout Leader Specific, Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Training, and other supplemental training’s such as weather hazards and climb on safely can now be accessed by visiting www.my.scouting.org.  The National Council has slowly been...