Boy Scouts of America and is open to ALL registered adult leaders in the Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity and 

Venturing Programs. It highlights personal and unit level leadership development with team building and other 

useful skills. The course is held in attractive outdoor settings and some outdoor skills will be taught and utilized.

 

Wood Badge is a fun, challenging and inspirational Scouting experience for 

all leaders who wish to improve their leadership skills.

Objective of Wood Badge: The objective of Wood Badge is to strengthen 

Scouting in your unit, district, and council. It demonstrates the Aims and 

Methods of Scouting and is applicable to all Scouting programs. It simulates 

a typical month of a Unit program, encompassing many of the activities 

practiced by active Packs, Troop and Crews. 

recognition, high adventure, ceremonies, Scouts Own religious service, 

outdoor activity planning, and learn about youth leadership development by 

living the patrol method at Wood Badge. The most important objective is to 

HAVE FUN and FELLOWSHIP. 

Subjects Covered in the Course: Communications, Listening to Learn, Team Development, 

Valuing People, Planning, How to Manage Conflict, How to Lead Change, Coaching & Mentoring, 

Developing High Performance Teams, Project Planning, Problem Solving, Valuing & Leveraging 

Diversity, How to Teach Skills and Leading to Make a Difference. 

Who is eligible: ALL registered Scout leaders of any position. The course content benefits Cub 

Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity Scout and Venturing leaders as well as Council and District leaders. 

Pre-requisites: Position specific basic training for your Scouting position is required prior to 

attending the course. There is no minimum tenure requirement for your position.

Uniform: You will wear the normal uniform for your registered position in accordance with the 

current BSA Insignia Guide. A course T-shirt, hat and neckerchief will be provided. 

Course Size: The course is limited to 48 participants on a first come basis.

Course Times and Setting: Course will be held on two weekends: 

For More Information: Visit the Council website at www.bsa-gwrc.org; select “Program” then “Wood Badge”

First Weekend: The first three days of the course will be presented in a combination of outdoor sites and a 

learning center. The format is based on the Boy Scout Troop model with ties to Cub Scout Packs and Venture 

Crews. The Boy Scout Troop provides a natural bridge between the various programs in scouting and 

emphasizes the importance of transitions between the three programs. For the 1st weekend of the course 

participants will be housed in cabins (female dormitory style) or allowed to tent if they wish. Separate 

accommodations for male and female participants will be provided in accordance with BSA policy. Staff will 

prepare all of the meals.

Weekend Two: The last three days of the course will be presented in an outdoor Troop / Crew camping 

experience setting. Participants will camp out in tents and practice low-impact camping techniques. Participants 

will prepare the meals – food or resources to procure the food will be provided. 

Wood Badge Ticket: The Wood Badge "ticket" represents the commitment of each participant to develop and 

attain a set of personal goals relating to their Scouting position. These goals will significantly strengthen the 

program in which the participant is involved back home. In addition, the ticket gives participants an opportunity to 

practice and demonstrate a working knowledge of the leadership skills presented during the course. Participants 

must complete their Wood Badge ticket no later than 18 months after the course. 

Recognition: Upon successful completion of the Wood Badge ticket, each participant will 

be presented with the Wood Badge certificate, neckerchief, woggle and beads. This can 

be done at an appropriate public ceremony or Scouting event. 

Cost: Course Fees will be announced as sign up date approaches.

If you need financial help, scholarships are available from the VFW, the AFL-CIO and your Council’s Wood Badge 

Scholarship Fund. Please contact your Council Office for more information. 

Great Staff! We have assembled what a group of the very best presenters and teachers available from our 

Council and surrounding Councils. They are experienced, enthusiastic and above all focused on delivering the 

lessons of Wood Badge to you in a professional, interesting and entertaining manner.

Great Participants! That’s you! We are encouraging Scouters from all programs, all districts and councils to join 

together in this unique experience. Diversity of participants fosters greater interest and sharing of ideas.

Convenient Location! Within reach of Scouters from all over Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

 Camp Stigwandish is located in eastern Lake County, about 40 miles east of Cleveland. It is near the 

vineyards of the Grand River valley. Easily reached from the Route 528 exit of I-90. 

Wood Badge Trading Post! Memorabilia, clothing, patches and other Wood Badge items will be available.

For More Information: Visit the Council website at www.bsa-gwrc.org; select “Program” then “Wood Badge”

Contact: Bernie Mientus 440-354-3937 (H) or 440-463-0704 (C), email abmientus@juno.com

Or call the Greater Western Reserve Council Coleman-Miller Service Center at 330-898-8474

Opportunities are available for Wood Badge Training at other councils. Please see http://www.woodbadge.org/Listings/central.php for further info.