Why I'm a Boy Scout Leader

I'm not a Leader for the easy hours, high pay, parents' gratitude, power, or prestige. I'm a Leader because I want the world for your son and mine, To be a world he can shape and help shape; a world of love and laughter, where he can show compassion. I want him to be able to look at the stars, a sunrise, a sunset, the work and world of man—and feel their beauty inside himself. I want to help him to learn to finish anything he starts and do it well, and to guide him to know his worth with a deeper understanding of himself. I want to help shape men who have strength of character and are sensitive to the needs of others. I want them to be the best they can be. I'm giving of my time and myself. I reap rewards far beyond what I give. I receive for my children and future generations a better world. I am a Leader in Boy Scouts of America because I care. (Thanks to BSA Heart of America Council for posting this.)

Youth Protection Training (online)
	New adult leaders should complete Youth Protection Training (required every 3 years), which can be completed online at http://www.scouting.org/pubs/ypt/ypt.jsp?p=i-00&c=289 (or go to www.northernstarbsa.org) and navigate through the Training links. Be sure to print a copy of your completion certificate.

Boy Scout Fast Start (online)
	All new leaders need to complete the "Fast-Start" training as soon as they begin their role as an Adult Leader. This training is available online at www.northernstarbsa.org. This training should be completed before taking New Leader Essentials and Position Specific Leader Training. There is also a video from the Council for use in a group setting.

Wilderness First Aid training
	Info about local Wilderness First Aid training opportunities. Strongly recommended for adults going on high adventure trips (especially Philmont). Registration form on Downloads page.

Spring 2008 training
	See downloads page for April/May 2008 training dates