The Scout Association of Belize

Activity:  The National Program Commission will be conducting a Unit Council Course Part 1 from January 13 - 15, 2012.

Where: Camp Oakley, the National Training and Camping ground for the Scout Association of Belize in Burrell Boom Village. 

Time: The Course will start at 7:00 p.m. on Friday January 13th and will conclude at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday 15th, 2012.

Who Can Attend:  This Course is specially designed for current registered members of Unit Councils of all Scout Units; this means all Patrol Leaders and Assistant Patrol Leaders.  (Unit Council Members that have participated in a similar Course may attend if so desired)

Registration Deadline - Wednesday January 11, 2012 at 5:00pm please adhere to the deadline, as only registered participant will be allowed to attend.

Objectives: The Course is designed to give firsthand experience in the areas of;   Profile and Responsibilities of a Patrol Leader and Assistant Patrol Leader,

The Patrol, the Scout Method, the Scout Unit, Educational Objectives and activities, Four Progress Stages and Proficiency badges, Unit Council and Group Life and Program Cycle.

Symbolic Framework for Event: Messengers of Peace

Progressive Training: 

Track & Trail - Adventure stage; Course & Traverse - Exploration stage

Proficiency Badge Scheme– Individual skills and interest (life vocation)

Cost:  $20.00 is being charged for this Course to cover the cost of the Unit Council materials and meals-starting with breakfast on Saturday to a pack lunch on Sunday. Snacks will also be available during breaks.  Participants are to provide their own packed supper for Friday night.

Transportation:  Unit Councils are responsible for their transportation to and from the Course.

Assembly Point:  Participants should assemble by the Methodist School in Burrell Boom no later than 6:30 p.m. on Friday January 13, 2012.  Instructions will be given at this point and all Unit Councils should come prepared to hike to the training base along with all their personal belongings. A VEHICLE MAY BE MADE AVAILABLE TO TRANSPORT HEAVY PATROL EQUIPMENT.

Uniforms:  Class A and B are required. No uniform, no participation. (NO UNIFORM WILL BE SENT HOME) Leaders please ensure that your Scouts have their complete uniform.

Equipment needed: All Unit Councils must bring along the necessary camping equipment: first aid box, tents, tarps, etc. (Remember that each Unit Council will be hiking with their equipment if no transportation is available).

Each Unit Council should arrive in formation with complete Class “A” uniform for the opening ceremony, Class “A” uniform will also be used for the closing ceremony.  After the hike participant should wear Class “B” uniform. The Scout Leader, who will monitor the Patrol, will participate alongside his Patrol.

Upon arrival at the campsite, the Leader in charge will direct all Unit Councils to their respective campsites.

 Recognition: All Unit Councils in attendance will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Each participant at the end of Part 1 will receive a Certificate of participation.

An Award will be given to the Unit Council with the highest Scout Spirit.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

In order to have a successful camp it is necessary to have the participation of Scout Leaders from each Group present.  Your presence is important so that you have a clear understanding of your role as the Leader of the Unit.