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macman@bernina.ethz.ch (Danny Schwendener) writes:

> kary@col.hp.com (Dan Kary) writes:
> 
> >[...] The BSA liability insurance does not cover den or pack
> >camping specifically because the leaders are not trained.  I know that
> >many Cub leaders are highly skilled in camping, but in order to make it
> >a part of the program, the BSA must provide training so that every leader
> >can be sufficiently trained to conduct a safe activity.  The safety of
> >the boys is the number one consideration.
> 
> So much for the BSA policy. But what is your personal opinion on it?
> Assuming that the leaders are skilled in camping, should they
> be able to set up a campout with their cubs?
>
Actually, our council (Longhorn) has a "Certified Camper" training and 
certificate for adults who wish to take younger Cub Scouts (6-9 years) 
camping.  We train all Webelos leaders in camping and other outdoor 
activities as part of their required training.  This is slightly different
since their boys are older and we are trying for a transition to Boy
Scouts.