Additional Programs & Trainings for Crossroads of America
- Programs
- Additional Programs & Trainings
Chartered Organization Representatives
Training for the chartered organization representative (COR), available online at my.scouting.org or presented by the district or council, will give the participant an understanding of the important role they play in the organization of the Boy Scouts of America. Topics included in this two hour training include: how Scouting operates, duties, the district committee, and case study problem solving.
No dates scheduled at this time.
Committee Challenge (Pack/Troop/Crew/Post)
The Committee Challenge training has been developed to help Committee Members better understand their roles and responsibilities Through hands-on experiential learning, this training will also enable Committee Members to better deliver the promise in support of the unit.
Pack Committee Challenge
September 21, 2019 – Muncie Scout Service Center, 10:00 – 11:30am, Instructor: John Eliades
Troop Committee Challenge
September 21, 2019 – Muncie Scout Service Center, 2:00 – 3:30pm, Instructor: John Eliades
CPR/AED Courses
January – December 2020 – Golden Burke Scout Center, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm / Fee $20.00
First Aid Courses
Hazardous Weather
Effective April 30, 2018 new direct contact leaders must complete Hazardous Weather Training to be considered position trained. Online training
Leave No Trace Trainer
Training for front country for Cub Scouts, backcountry for youth in Scouts BSA, and wilderness for older Scouts. Training for teaching BSA-LNT 101 & other courses. Backpacking overnight with LNT cooking. Introduction to Outdoor Ethics & Tread Lightly. Open to adults and scouts 14+ with approval of SM/Advisor. Graduates fully meet BSA “Leave No Trace Trainer” National Camp Standard and youth qualify for Leave No Trace Trainer position of responsibility in Troop, Team or Crew.
November 1-3, 2019 / Pecar Park, 5203 E. County Road 150 N. Avon, IN / Course offered at the Hou Koda District Fall Camporee
Leave No Trace Master Educator Course
This course is a two-weekend version of a five-day course that trains passionate individuals to serve as Leave No Trace Master Educators. Master Educators work with their council’s outdoor ethics advocate to provide Leave No Trace Trainer, and outdoor ethics awareness courses.
No dates scheduled at this time.
Leave No Trace Outdoor Ethics Guide, Tread Lightly, Land Ethics Course for 12 yrs & above/adults
Friday, November 1, 2019 / Muncie Scout Office, 6-10:00 PM
Friday, May 1, 2020 / Camp Red Wing
Marlinspike Skills
Merit Badge Counselor Training Courses
This is a one hour training provided to adults that wish to teach scouts one of the over 100 merit badges offered. You will learn how to guide, and enable a scout how to complete a merit badge. Also, understand how Youth Protection Training connects to being a merit badge counselor. There is an web based training offered under the online training page or you can attend one of the monthly MBC trainings offered at the Golden Burke Scout Center, please check the council calendar.
Merit Badge Counselor & Troop Advancement Coordinator Training – Wednesday, October 16, 2019
Register for 2019 Merit Badge Counselor Training Courses
- November 7, 2019 / 7- 8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- December 5, 2019, 7- 8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
Register for 2020 Merit Badge Counselor Training Courses
- January 2, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- February 6, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- March 5, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- April 2, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- May 7, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- June 4, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- July 2, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- August 2, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- September 3, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- October 8, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- November 5, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
- December 3, 2020 / 7-8 PM, Golden Burke Scout Center, Instructor: R. Schumacher
NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training)
Shooting Sports Trainings
No dates scheduled at this time.
Skills Instructor Program
The Skills Instructor Program provides an opportunity for volunteers to further serve Scouting in central Indiana. The program is unique to Crossroads of America Council and has been fully operational since the opening of the Golden-Burke Scout Center in 2010. Learn more on the Skills Instructor Program page.
Train the Trainer
The Fundamentals of Training, is designed to help Scouters, regardless of their experience, present effective training. The course will also help those who might have trained for other organizations learn the BSA’s training techniques. And, it will help freshen up the skills of current BSA trainers. Only practice can polish these skills, but this course is intended to “train the trainer” on behaviors and resources while offering handsâ€on experience in methods and media.
No dates scheduled at this time.
University of Scouting
Every Scout deserves a trained leader. The University of Scouting, the premier training event in the council, is one of the easiest ways for adult volunteers to achieve this goal. This single-day training event is designed to supplement any leader’s training. Any Scout leader may attend. Learn more on the University of Scouting page.
Voyageur Canoe Training
Voyageur training is canoe use and safety training for Scouts and Scouters. This training covers Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense, policy review, planning trips and tour permits as well as learning how to use a canoe. The Voyageur spring course is two weekends and takes place at Camp Belzer on the east side of Indianapolis utilizing the waters of Fall Creek and Geist Reservoir. The Voyageur fall course is a three day course for youth at Camp Krietenstein using their lake and the Eel River.
Only Voyageur trained leaders may rent council canoes and kayaks. For information on rental, visit our equipment rentals page or download the flyer below.
Wilderness First Aid
April 17-18, 2020 – Ransburg Scout Reservation
September 11-12, 2020 – Ransburg Scout Reservation
Wood Badge
Wood Badge is the highest level of Scout leadership training and provides participants with the tools to be a well-rounded leader. Learn more on the Wood Badge page.
Come join us for the 2019 Wood Badge Association Weekend & Brunch – October 18, 2019
Wood Badge Association 100th Anniversary of Wood Badge – The critters are headed to Gilwell Field for a special celebration of the 100th anniversary of Wood Badge around the world! Come join the fun, and help the Wood Badge Association support scholarships for future courses.
Festivities begin for Wood Badge trained adults on Friday at 6 pm with round robin games, a campfire program, and a movie. The fun continues on Saturday morning with a parade of patrols, Gilwell Field Assembly, Scout’s Own service, and Rocket Competition. A celebratory Anniversary Brunch concludes the event.
Participants are welcome and encouraged to stay overnight in their own tent or in a cabin bunk, for a small additional fee.
Youth Protection Training
September 21, 2019 – Muncie Scout Service Center, 11:30am – 1:00pm, Instructor: John Eliades
