Boy Scout Troop 1001

Formal leadership training for Boy Scouts starts with Oak Leaf, an overnight activity for Scouts 12 years of age or older and of First Class rank or higher. Second Class scouts are sometimes accommodated. Any scout wanting to become a Patrol Leader in Troop 1001 must take this training. Oak Leaf is offered this fall on October 9-10 by the North Trails District and on October 23-24 by the Great Plains District. Both training sessions will be held at Camp James Ray.

You need to sign up immediately to ensure a spot in a class. See the North Trails District web site or the Great Plains District web site for details and registration information. Note that parents must directly sign up their sons at these District web sites. Troop 1001 does not manage registration.

The spring date for the North Trails Oak Leaf training is March 26-27, 2011, which are the dates of our campout at Mr. Rainey’s Ranch, so sign up now for the fall class.

Adults, please update your Youth Protection Training certification online .

NYLT – Leadership Training for Boy Scouts

Troop 1001 requires that all Patrol Leaders have completed NYLT training after Oak Leaf. These are great experiences for every scout, no matter what office you plan to hold and whatever high adventure you experience in your scouting career. Consider these dates as you make your summer plans:

2010 NYLT at Camp James Ray

• Session Three: Sunday, July 18 – Friday, July 23
• Session Four: Monday, July 19 – Saturday, July 24
• Session Five: Sunday, July 25 – Friday, July 30
• Session Six: Monday, July 26 – Saturday, July 31

OR – this winter at Camp Wisdom

• Session Seven: Sunday, Dec. 26 – Friday, Dec. 31

Parents, please visit the North Trail District website for more information and to register your scout. Follow the Training link and look under Leadership Training Continuum for Boy Scouts. Registration is now open and filling up.

Congratulations to Jamie S., Nick S., Michael R. and Adam G. for completing Oak Leaf Training! Our Troop will benefit from your new skills. The next Oak Leaf session will be this fall.

NYLT – Leadership Training for Boy Scouts

Troop 1001 requires that all Patrol Leaders have completed NYLT training after Oak Leaf. These are great experiences for every scout, no matter what office you plan to hold and whatever high adventure you experience in your scouting career. Consider these dates as you make your summer plans:

2010 NYLT at Camp James Ray

• Session Three: Sunday, July 18 – Friday, July 23
• Session Four: Monday, July 19 – Saturday, July 24
• Session Five: Sunday, July 25 – Friday, July 30
• Session Six: Monday, July 26 – Saturday, July 31

OR – this winter at Camp Wisdom

• Session Seven: Sunday, Dec. 26 – Friday, Dec. 31

Parents, please visit the North Trail District website for more information and to register your scout. Follow the Training link and look under Leadership Training Continuum for Boy Scouts. Registration is now open and filling up.

The troop will be facing a vacuum of boy leadership very soon. Why? Because older boys are growing up and moving on and younger boys have not been taking the training necessary to be effective leaders.

Formal leadership training for boys starts with Oak Leaf, an overnight activity for Scouts 12 years of age or older and of First Class rank or higher, though Second Class scouts are sometimes accommodated. The class is offered by the North Trail District. Your last chance to take Oak Leaf for a while is this weekend, March 27-28. There may still be time to sign up. See the North Trail web site for details and contact information. Note that parents must directly sign up with the course director (email address provided at the link). Troop 1001 does not manage registration.

Transportation: Mr. Graf will be driving to and from this event and has offered to take other boys as well. Contact him at 214-801-4601 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it He plans to depart TBC at 6:30 am Saturday and return to the hospital across Campbell from TBC about noon Sunday.

Mike Reisinger will present the "Aims and Methods of Scouting" on Monday, February 22, 2010 starting at 7:10 pm. The presentation will last about an hour. The lesson will explain why we do things the way we do. Parents and adult leaders are encouraged to attend. It will help us be a better, stronger, more effective troop.

Den Chief training will be offered before each of the next two troop meetings, at 6 pm on November 30 and December 7. If you have achieved First Class rank (or are about to) and are interested in becoming a Den Chief, you should attend. Place the following on your calendar:

• Nov. 30, 6 to 7 pm at TBC
• Dec. 7, 6 to 7 pm at TBC

New Parent and Adult Leader Alert!

All Scouts deserve trained leaders

If you are ready to begin Adult Training, but are unfamiliar with the process, please consider the following.

There are a handful of on-line training certificates you can accomplish from your personal computer at your convenience. Two starters are mandatory for all adult leaders: Youth Protection Training and Fast Start Training. After those, the District recommends This is Scouting (formerly New Leader Essentials) and Boy Scout Leader Specific Training. There are typically a group of classroom sessions available once each Fall and Spring. Additional opportunities are available at some campouts.

To begin, use the online training available at www.northtrail.org to complete Youth Protection Training, Fast Start Training, and This is Scouting. (Note: After any training is completed, please bring or send a copy of your dated certificate of completion to the Troop Training Chair, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .)

Further, the Troop Committee strongly encourages our newer parents to attend Adult Leader Specific Training.  This gets you the coveted "Trained" patch along with bragging rights and real skills to bring back to the Troop. Ask adult leaders wearing the patch about this experience. You can do it!

Taking these courses does not commit you to any leadership role, but will greatly increase your understanding of the Troop structure and the work the committee does. The North Trail District does a good job at these sessions and it is worth the time spent.

(Click course title for details and to register for each class.)

For a complete list of training opportunities and to register, see the North Trail Training Page

All New Leaders

Youth Protection Training - Online (YPT). Takes 30 minutes or less. Must be taken every 2 years.

Fast Start Training - Online

This is Scouting - Online

All Parents & Committee Members

Boy Scout Leader Specific Training — March 10, 24 & 31, 2010

Boy Scout Outdoor Leader Training — April 9 - 11, 2010

University of Scouting -- Saturday January 9, 2010. Something for everyone in all aspects of the scouting program. Course Schedule. On-line Registration.

Backcountry Advanced Training -- Classroom 2/11/10 and 2/18/10. Weekend campout 2/26-28/10. Evening and weekend camping program designed to teach vital skills for high adventure bound leaders and seasoned scouts.

Wilderness Advanced First Aid Course -- Two weekends: 2/12-14/10 & 2/19-21/10. Serious course with 40 hours of instruction over the two weekends.

Powder Horn -- Two weekends 3/12/10 and 3/26/10 High Adventure Skills Resource Course, Two locations will be used; 3/12/10 at Camp Wisdom and 3/26/10 at Camp Cherokee.

Youth Training

Oak Leaf Training — March 22 - 28, 2010

NYLT/Golden Acorn — Dec. 26 - 31, 2009

Backcountry Advanced Training — Starts Feb. 11, 2010. Trek Training (If you’re going to Philmont, consider taking this course.) Check with your High Adventure Leader before registering.

Youth Protection Training (YPT) is an essential course if you plan to work with the Scouts or participate in the Outdoor Program.  We are tracking adult leader YPT status and need proof of YPT completion for our records.  This certification must be renewed every two years. 

We need a copy of your YPT completion card or a printout of your online YPT certificate before you attend campouts or work directly with the Scouts.  Please bring this to any Monday Troop or Committee meeting so we can update your status.  This can also be turned in on Friday, before we leave for a campout, when each adult leader's status will be verified. 

YPT can be taken or renewed online in 30-45 minutes.  Click the following link to take YPT online.  Youth Protection Training - Online. 

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All Scouting parents should be registered leaders and all registered leaders should be trained.

This is a requirement if you plan to join the Scouts in outdoor program activities, such as camping. Registered leaders will fall into one of two roles - Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster or Committee Member.

Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster - You work directly with the Scouts or plan to be part of the Outdoor program. This does not mean you are volunteering to be the Scoutmaster.

Committee Member - Your primary role is working with Scouting parents, Troop planning, finances, record keeping, etc.  If you plan to camp with the Scouts, the Scoutmaster track is recommended in addition to the Committee Member course.

Adult Training Track

Common Training - All Leaders start here:

Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) sex offender background check - Online. Troop 1001 and our chartered organization, Trinity Bible Church, require ALL ADULTS who meet with youth to run a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) sex offender background check and furnish a printout to the troop records manager indicating no problems found.

Youth Protection Training- online .  This can be completed in 30 minutes or less.  This is an absolute necessity for all leaders. Proof that you have completed this training must be furnished to your Troop Training Chair.  This training should be taken every two years.

Fast Start Training - Online should be taken by all registered adults too.  This can be completed in 30 minutes or less.

This is Scouting - Online. A prerequisite for any further training. This Course describes the Scouting program from the local unit level to the National level. The focus is on the Aims and Methods of Scouting.

Next, follow your role-specific training:

Scoutmaster/Assistant Scoutmaster Track

1) Boy Scout Leader Specific Training - Daylong session for adult leaders who work directly with boys. Every aspect of unit operation is covered in detail. This is a great course for interested parents who think they might like to be leaders, but are not sure what is involved. New Leader Essentials is a prerequisite for this course.

2) Boy Scout Outdoor Leader Training - Weekend camping activity designed to demonstrate by "doing" how a troop functions. Participants will be assigned to patrols, elect patrol leaders, plan and execute a campout. Any adult leader who expects to go on camping activities with their units should consider this excellent course. Boy Scout Leader Specific Training is strongly recommended as a prerequisite for this course.

Committee Member Track

1) Boy Scout Troop Committee Training - Specific training for adults serving on troop committees. Every parent should be active on the troop committee in some capacity. This session focuses on planning, finances, record keeping, selecting leaders, the importance of training, insuring that activities are done safely and implementation of policy. These are interactive sessions with opportunities for questions and discussion. New Leader Essentials is a prerequisite for this course.

2) If you are planning to camp with the scouts we also recommend taking the Scoutmaster track training.

Den Chief Training - The Den Chief is a critical member of the Scouting Leadership Team. Den Chief Training is intended to build enthusiasm for the job and teach the skills the Den Chief will need to be successful. This training combines fun and enjoyment with an excellent character building experience. Participants will learn leadership, organization, how to work with adults to solve problems, and, most importantly, how to encourage and work with Cub Scouts while being a role model.

Oak Leaf Training - Oak Leaf is a junior leader training course designed to supplement Troop level training, and prepare Scouts for Golden Acorn. It is for Boy Scout youth, First Class Rank or above who will be serving in a leadership capacity within their Troop. Minimum age is 12 years old at time of course. Oak Leaf is highly recommended by Circle 10 as preparation for Golden Acorn.

NYLT (National Youth Leadership Training) is an intense, 5½ day, outdoor leadership training experience for troop youth leaders.   Its principle function is to help Scoutmasters by training their top boy leaders in the skills of leadership. This course is a National BSA-developed course that follows the material provided in the 21^st Century Wood Badge training for adults. Troop 1001 encourages all Patrol Leaders to complete this course before running for PL.

NAYLE  (National Advanced Youth Leadership Experience) - This camp is designed to provide you with a Philmont based wilderness encounter that motivates you to follow a life of helping others succeed based on the values expressed in the Scout Oath and Law.  The Philmont leadership is committed to making NAYLE a very special experience.  You will live in a patrol setting at Rocky Mountain Scout Camp where you will use leadership skills to resolve exciting and challenging backcountry situations.  This week will conclude with a closing challenge for each Scout to build upon the Legacy of Waite Phillips, the benefactor of the Philmont Scout Ranch. Troop 1001 urges any SPL to have taken this training.

KODIAK - Youth Leadership training in a High-Adventure setting

COPE - Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience

Back Country Advanced Training - Trek training

Please help us keep track of your training.

Many Scouting events are contingent upon having enough leaders with specific training. E.g. Water and climbing activities. Please download the spreadsheet , fill in  your information and This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Each time you complete a training module, be sure to send an update to the Training Chair. Remember, certain training is required in order to participate in Scouting events, such as camping.

We also have a green envelope on the bulletin board of the Scout room where you can leave a copy of any certificate of completed Training for either adults or youths, and we will record it.

A Complete listing of on-line courses available is at www.olc.scouting.org 

When creating your My Scouting account for online training, make sure to provide your BSA ID number.  If you don't have one yet, you can still register and complete the training.  Make sure to print your course certificate, which will be available once you complete a course.  You can update your online member information at a later time when you receive your BSA ID.

Boy Scout Leader Fast Start - This is the first step to take for any volunteer new to Boy Scouting. This course should be taken before beginning youth activities. You'll learn the aims and purposes of the Boy Scouts of America's core program, then zero in on the job. You'll cover the seven parts of the troop meeting, the troop committee, outdoor program, and other basic concepts of Scouting, all in one short online experience.

Troop Committee Challenge - (Not required for the Committee Member Track) This fun and interactive training serves as a vital tool for new troop committee members as well as for veterans. The mission of the Troop Committee Challenge training is to help each troop committee work as a team to improve the Scouting experience for adult and youth members. It helps build the commitment of individual members as well as cultivates a better troop committee team.

Youth Protection Training - The BSA places the greatest importance on creating the most secure environment possible for our youth members. All Cub Scout and Boy Scout adult volunteers should take this course. It covers the BSA's Youth Protection policies, kinds of abuse, signs of abuse, how to respond to disclosure of abuse, and proper reporting procedures. It does so by taking you through situations that require choices and produce consequences. Successful completion of this course requires an 80 percent or higher score.

If you take this test as a registered member of the BSA and designate your local council, your completion will be reported back to your council to adjust your training records. You'll also be offered a certificate of completion. It is a good idea to print out both the web page that shows your test score and the certificate.

Safety Afloat - Safety Afloat has been developed to promote boating and boating safety and to set standards for safe unit activity afloat. Before a BSA group may engage in an excursion, expedition, or trip on the water (canoe, raft, sailboat, motorboat, rowboat, tube, or other craft), adult leaders for such activity must complete Safety Afloat Training, have a commitment card with them, and be dedicated to full compliance with all nine points of Safety Afloat.

Safe Swim Defense - Before a BSA group may engage in swimming activities of any kind, a minimum of one adult leader must complete Safe Swim Defense training, have a commitment card (No. 34243) with them, and agree to use the eight defenses in this plan.

Hazardous Weather training must be completed prior to requesting a tour permit from the BSA. The module presents safety precautions for eight different types of weather, as well as planning, preparation, and traditional weather signs. You will answer questions about the topics after each section. Completion is noted automatically in the BSA training records database if the module is experienced online. Estimated time to complete: 40 minutes.

If the North Trail training classes don't fit your schedule, you can attend training within other Circle 10 districts. See Circle 10 Training Schedules or go directly to the individual district training links below.

Arrowhead (Northern Collin County)

Gray Owl (Garland, Sachse, Rowlett)

Great Plains (Plano, Murphy, Wylie)

White Rock (Dallas)