Wood Badge

Since 1948, Detroit Area Council has offered Wood Badge training courses in the great tradition of England's Gilwell Park.

Wood Badge is an advanced leader's training course that may be delivered to all Scout Leaders. It has been developed for Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout and Venturing leaders, as well for Council and District leaders. It's focus is on Leadership skills, not out-of-door skills.  As part of the course, you will write a ticket, a plan for how you will apply the leadership skills taught during the course. On completion of this ticket, you receive a certificate, scarf, woggle and two beads, and become a permanent member of Troop 1, Gilwell.

Who Can Attend?

All registered adult Cub Scout Leaders, Boy Scout Leaders, Venture Scout Leaders, or any adult registered leader in the family of Scouting that have completed Fast Start and Basic Training and have a working knowledge of the Scout program. Approval by the Detroit Area Council is also required. Because of the advanced nature of this training, these requirements cannot be waived. You must have already earned your "Trained" patch for your current position.

A question of money? Some dedicated Scouters find financial aspects of training a burden. Help might be available through several areas. Be sure to check for support from your unit, charter partner or even your employer.

Additionally, council training leadership has established a Scholarship Fund. Written personal & confidential requests are handled through the Council Office, attention of the Director of Program. Please note this course is designed to have a mix of Cub Scout, Boy Scout, and Venturing Scouters.

The Wood Badge course is offered at the Detroit Area Council twice a year: Spring and Fall. Check the training calendar when this course will be offered and to sign up.

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