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Adult Leader Training and Programming Schedule 2026Schedule is subject to change, and the schedule on the Program Guide does not reflect the current schedule. Questions? Ask Dorge.
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MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridayNotes
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7:45 - 9:00MORNING FLAGS / BREAKFASTIf any adults have experience with search and rescue, please let the folks at Outdoor Skills know, as they need someone to chat with the scouts about the search and rescue process for their merit badge requirement (specifically requirement 6a).
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9:15 - 10:00Meeting - ENMeeting - ENMeeting - ENMeeting - ENMeeting - EN
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Morning ActivitesSafe Swim Defense / Safety Afloat - EN (10:15 - 11:45)
Dorge does an audience- input-focused presentation of SSD/SA, and offers a much more personalized (and entertaining!) instruction of this two-year certification. WAY better than watching the videos.		Scoutmaster Specific (led by Jeff Taylor) - EN
(10:00 - 12:00)		Scoutmaster Specific (led by Jeff Taylor) - EN
(10:00 - 12:00)		Coffee Tasting Merit Badge - EN
(10:30 - 11:45)
Ever wanted to take a crash course in coffee? Here's your chance! Learn about beans and brewing and sample some coffees from local roasters. You can even get your own "merit badge"!		Council Roundtable with Doug Siebenburgen and Andy Zahn - EN
(10:00 - 11:50)
Have your questions about Scouting, the Dan Beard Council, and more answered by council leadership.
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Tuesday Trivia - DH
(10:45 - 11:45)
Test your smarts! Play alone or bring/join a team. Winning team gets dismissed early for lunch and dinner!		Camp Craft: Paracord Projects - DH (10:15 - 11:45)
Fun, yet practical. Come dabble in paracord weaving!		*Tiki Time at the Trading Post is $8. You can buy your entry at the Trading Post at any point on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday (before the event, preferably). When you show your receipt to Dorge, you'll get your choice of 2-oz mini camp mug in a fun color, plus a slushie tasting card!
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12:00 - 1:00LUNCH
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Siesta
(1:00 - 2:00)		Emergency DrillTuesday or Wednesday Siesta would be a good time to buy your ticket for Tiki Time......so head over to the Trading Post and get your ticket now!Adult Ice Cream Social - DH
(starts at 1:15 to allow time for dining hall cleanup)
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There are books, board games, card games, and a yoga mat available for checkout during your week here at camp in the Eagle's Nest. Feel free to take them back to your campsite! Please make sure to return them when finished.
Have a book, game, or other item you'd like to donate to the ALL (adult leader library)? Talk to Dorge!
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2:00 - 2:50Flag Ettiquette - STEC classroomFire Safety - STEC classroomTread Lightly / Plants and Animals - STEC classroomChaplain Chat - STEC classroomMap and Compass - STEC classroom
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3:00 - 4:50Aquatics Supervision: Paddle Craft Safety and Swim & Water Rescue - Lakefront/Pool (per Aqua Director discretion)
This class focuses on rescue and safety techniques for float and swim trips and serves as the in-depth application of things learned in Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat. The certification is good for three years. Troops planning a float or swim trip should have at least one adult or 16+ youth who has a current certification in these trainings.
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Afternoon Activities (times will vary per activity)ChAOS Service Project: Adirondack Building - Maintenance Area (3:00 - 5:00)
We're replacing our tents with Adirondacks! Ranger Steve will give you the overview on how it's done. This building project can be done throughout the week, not just Monday. RANGER AVAILABILITY-BASED		Nap On Safely - DH
(3:00 - 3:50)
Do YOU know how to nap safely?		Tiki Time at the Trading Post!*
(4:00 - 5:00)
Slushie Tasting is back! Get a perfectly-proportioned mini camp mug and enjoy a groovy, super-chill slushie tasting experience! We WILL be playing The Beach Boys and Jimmy Buffet. And best of all: NO KIDS!		Pool Time - Pool
(3:30 - 5:00)
Kick back and cool off during open pool time with Dorge! Pool floats will be provided. We'll boo and hiss at any kids who splash us. Bring a slushie and your sunscreen!		Scoutmaster Blobbing - Lake
(3:30 - 4:30)
Join the Aquatics Director at the blob tower, bring a buddy, and catch some air! Don't forget your sunscreen and your towel!
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IOLS (Introduction to Outdoor Leadership Skills) is a mandatory, interactive training for scout leaders (SMs and ASMs), but ANY adult over the age of 18 is welcome to participate in these fun, confidence-building trainings!
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Field Trip: Loveland Farmers Market (plus optional Graeter's!) - Meet at admin building to carpool
(4:00 - 5:15)
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4:00 - 5:00 at the Trade Skills Building (STEC)Experiential Learning: Shelf Building - STEC
Daniel, the Trade Skills director, will walk your class through the skills of making a pipe-and-board shelving unit. You'll get to use the new tools and facilities in the STEC while also learning skills like cutting through iron pipe, staining, fitting boards, and constructing a piece of furniture from scratch! This is a collaborative process where your class will build one shelving unit. This class can accommodate up to 10 adults-- first come, first serve.
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6:00 - 7:00DinnerScoutmaster DinnerDinnerAquatics
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Evening ActivitiesTotin' Chip - Trailblazer
(7:15 pm)
IOLS participants will assist with being adult supervision at the Totin' Chip demonstration as part of their Woods Tools training. Adults who aren't trained in these tools can use this time to learn about them!		Ropes - Trailblazer
(7:15 pm)
IOLS participants will practice the most common, need-to-know knots and lashings. Know them already? Come teach your fellow IOLS members!		Evening Religious Services
A Scout is reverent. We encourage you/your troop to partake in one of our chapel services, spend time together, walk one of our trails, work on an award, practice a skit or song to perform at campfire, or find other ways to enjoy a reflective evening.		Golden Spoon/IOLS Cooking - DH Back Porch
(8:30 pm)
Prepare an entree or a dessert to win the coveted golden spoon! Please have your dishes at the dining hall by 8:30pm. Judging will commence shortly after.		Closing Campfire (Flags at 8:50)IOLS
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Skilled Trades Education CenterSTEC
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Questions? Ask Sarah Dorger, aka "Dorge," our Adult Leader Trainer (ALT), or ask the Commissioner for more information. Interested in the adult individual (W.D. Boyce Award) and patrol awards (Ron "The Man" Roehrig Tiers I, II, and III)? Find them in the Eagle's Nest! Camper's Guild and Duty to God awards are available there as well. Can't find them? Just ask!Eagle's NestEN
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Dining HallDH
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Interested in getting your CPR certification? Sign up in the office. The cost to take this class is $15 and will take place in the STEC learning lab. Ask office for details on which night it is.
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