Attendance Requirements

Who May Attend?

Scouts are qualified to attend ONLY if:

1. You are your Troop's Senior Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Troop Guide, Patrol Leader, Assistant Patrol Leader or a Scout holding another troop leadership position

2. At least 13 years old by July 19th, 2009 or have completed the seventh grade

3. First Class Scouts or higher rank.

4. Actively supported by their Scoutmaster that the scout has the maturity to attend a week long NYLT Course. Scouts will only be accepted if they have the endorsement of their Scoutmaster who will attest to them having the physical and emotional maturity to benefit from the experience. Again, the signed Scoutmasters' recommendation is required.

5. Parent or Guardians signature is required to insure they understand and will comply with guidelines concerning uniforms, behavior, removal, refund and attendance stated on the Scout Nomination Form

Is Any Special Equipment Needed?

Scouts should bring the same clothing and equipment they would take to summer camp and a current BSA Annual Medical form. Full Official BSA Scout Field Uniforms are required . Please see the Packing List. Each Scout will represent his home troop and will wear its insignia.

How Many Scouts May My Troop Send?

NYLT is a training program designed to improve the Troop program. Troops may nominate any number of scouts the Scoutmaster recommends who meet the above 5 criteria. The course is limited to the first 48 fully paid participants. First Come-First Serve.