San Diego - Imperial Council
National Youth Leadership Training
June 22-28, 2008
Course Full - Registration Closed
What is NYLT?
The National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is a seven-day outdoor experience for youth leaders in support of the Scoutmaster's responsibility for the training of troop junior leaders. The council training committee, using an outline approved by the Boy Scouts of America, conducts the training. The 2008 NYLT uses a syllabus that incorporates the latest leadership ideas and presents fresh, vital, and meaningful training for today's Scouts.
What Is Its Purpose?
Scouting recognizes that Scoutmasters have the responsibility of training their youth leaders. The purpose of this training conference is not to assume that role, but to support it. The objectives of the conference are:
- To give participants the confidence and knowledge to run the troop program.
- To give participants a basic knowledge of the eleven skills of leadership and help them relate these skills to their troop responsibilities.
- To give participants the opportunity to share ideas and experiences with Scouts from other troops, and learn the importance of team development.
- To create an atmosphere where Scouts will experience Scouting at its best.
- To enhance the relationship between the participants and his Scoutmaster.
- To have fun!
Is the Home Scoutmaster Involved?
The conference is intended to strengthen the relationship between the youth leader and the Scoutmaster. There will be a pre-conference meeting on Sunday, June 3rd that will include the Scoutmaster and parents. During the course, the NYLT participants will develop goals that will enable them to utilize the leadership skills they've learned in their home troop. On the final day of the course, the Scoutmaster is again invited to the closing ceremony to encourage transfer of the new leadership skills to the home troop. Troops are encouraged to support their youth leaders in attending this course through selection, encouragement and financial support.
Who May Attend?
Each conference participant must be First Class rank or higher, and at least 13 years of age and completed the seventh grade by the start of the course. He should also be filling, or likely to assume, a leadership position in his home troop. Finally, he should have previously and successfully completed a long term camping experience.
What's the Date?
The 2008 NYLT will be held Sunday, June 22, 2008 through Saturday, June 28, 2008. Participants should plan to arrive by 9:00 AM on opening day and depart by 2:00 PM on the final day.
What's the Location?
The 2008 course will be held at Mataguay Scout Ranch.
What's the Cost?
The cost for the conference is $225.00 if paid on/before May 1, 2008. This includes food, camping equipment (except tents), t-shirt, patch, and training materials. A deposit of $50.00 per Scout should accompany the reservation application, with the balance of the $175.00 due no later than May 1, 2008. After May 1, 2008, the cost increases to $245.00.
Is Any Special Equipment Needed?
Additional information including an equipment list will be sent to each participant prior to the course. Most Scouts participating in an active troop outdoor program should have the necessary equipment already on hand. Scouts will be required to wear their full and complete uniforms during the conference. A course t-shirt will be provided as part of the activity uniform.
How do I Make Reservations?
Reservations can be made by completing the application form and returning it with the required deposit. The number of participants for NYLT is limited to 48. Note: The Conference is expected to be full, so get your reservations in as soon as you can to reserve a spot on the course. No more than four (4) participants from a single troop may attend in one year to provide opportunities widely across the Council.
Where Can We Get More Information?
Additional information can be obtained from the San Diego - Imperial Council Service Center at (619) 298-6121 ext 266, Jeff Young (jeyoung@bsamail.org) or Course Director Kevin Gellenbeck, (858) 679-1929 (Horse109@cox.net).