Woodbadge for the 21^st Century

21^st Century Wood Badge is the ultimate leadership training program available for Adult Scout Leaders who are involved in the programs of the Boy Scouts of America. Woodbadge is designed to train leaders using the latest skills and techniques of Leadership. Similar courses on the corporate side cost thousands of dollars per attendee and may not offer the same depth.

It is hoped that every Cub Scout, Boy Scout, Varsity and Venturing Leader, as well as district, council leaders and professionals, will take the Wood Badge course within two years of becoming a scouter.

• Is open to every adult leader
• Is based on contemporary leadership concepts used in the private sector.
• Is a cost-effective leadership program
• Is designed for use in Scouting as well as in the workplace and other volunteer organizations.
• Is a common foundation of leadership skills to be used throughout all program areas.
• Is experience-based learning as well as classroom learning.
• Is delivered every spring and fall each year in the Orange County Council over two three-day weekends.

The program is divided into 5 central themes:

• Living the Values
• Models for Success
• Tools of the Trade
• Bringing the Vision to Life
• Leading to Make a Difference

Learning Outcomes:

As a result of attending Wood Badge, participants will be able to:

• View Scouting globally, as a family of interrelated, values-based programs that provide age-appropriate activities for youth.
• Recognize the contemporary leadership concepts consistent with our values-based movement.
• Apply the skills they learn from their participation as a member of a successful working team.
• Revitalize their commitment by sharing in an overall inspirational experience that helps provide Scouting with the leadership it needs to accomplish its mission on an ongoing basis.