SCOUTING’S PREMIER LEADERSHIP TRAINING PROGRAM FOR ADULTS

What is Wood Badge?

A fun, exciting, and action-packed program designed to provide members with leadership skills and experiences they can use in their home units and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others.  Wood Badge incorporates the latest leadership ideas and presents fresh, vital and meaningful training for today’s Scouters.  The Wood Badge course teaches the best in modern leadership theories in the context of traditional scouting activities. Dynamic presentations and videos help keep your attention focused on learning while providing hands-on opportunities to apply what you’ve learned and gain confidence in your abilities.

Who is eligible for Wood Badge?

  • Any Scouter currently registered with the Scouting America who has completed the basic leadership training for their registered position.
  • The Wood Badge experience is ideal for training unit leaders. It can also be a valuable experience for use in the workplace.
  • A scouter considering this course should have the enthusiasm and desire to participate in this fun and valuable learning experience.
  • It is a great Scouting experience that is recognized worldwide…Come and join us!

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

When/Where:  September of 2026 at Torino Ranch 

Weekend One: 9/11-9/13,2026 at Torino Ranch- Forest Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89124

Weekend Two: 9/19-9/20,2026 at Torino Ranch- Forest Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89124

For any Questions, please reach out to: 

Jerry Wiese, Course Director– jerrywiese2@aol.com

Peter Jensen, LVAC Program Director – Peter.Jensen@scouting.org

Participant Forms

Participants will need the following forms for the Wood Badge Course.  Please check back often as updates will be made regularly.

Annual Health and Medical Record Form  (All participants will need to complete form ABC with doctors signature within one year of participation.)

Uniform Inspection Sheet  (use this form to determine what uniform you will need for the course)

Wood Badge Staff