Summer 2015 National Youth Leadership Training
Leadership is a key factor in the development of a Scout. One of the most valuable things Scouting offers a boy is the opportunity to be a leader and to develop his leadership skills. The National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) course provides an exceptional opportunity to do just that.
NYLT is an intensive six day training experience for Senior Patrol Leaders, Assistant Senior Patrol leaders, Patrol leaders, Crew leaders and other youth leaders as well as prospective Troop/Crew leaders. The course uses a systematic approach to teach contemporary leadership skills, with an emphasis on both theory and practical application in a Scouting context. For the Scout who desires to be a better and more effective leader NYLT is an unparalleled opportunity.
Date & Location: August 9-14 at Rodney Scout Reservation in North East, Maryland.
Equipment & Supplies: Your regular field uniform is the official uniform of NYLT. Participants need to bring their normal camping gear, including a tent for each individual participant, and will receive a detail equipment list one month prior to the start of the course. Fees include all meals, a t-shirt, resource guide and upon successful completion a patch and certificate of completion.
Health & Safety: All participants must be approved by their doctor prior to NYLT, using the new Annual Health and Medical Record form. A participant will not be allowed to begin the course without a completed Annual Health and Medical Record form. Everyone will be contacted regarding dietary and medical needs.
Eligibility: A Scout must be 13 years of age or have completed seventh grade. Under the age of 18 if a Boy Scout or 21 if a Venturing Scout. A Boy Scout must hold at least the rank of First Class, be currently registered in a Boy Scout Troop or Venturing Crew. Completion of Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops/Crew is a helpful start. Because NYLT is an intensive training experience, participants should possess sufficient maturity, judgment and leadership potential to successfully complete the program. Each participant will be evaluated during the course on their Attitude (Be), Knowledge (Know) and Skills (Do).
