What you learn

Youth 15-17 usually attend Phase 3 Troop Leadership Development. In this program, you learn the skills of a large group leader leading small teams. You practice leadership skills at the highest level in a high-adventure setting.

As a youth preparing to become an adult, you will learn:

• About the principles and processes of leadership development.
• The characteristics of a group composed of smaller teams.
• The functions and responsibilities of the large group manager and other leaders.
• About resources available within the team.
• How to manage small teams using the patrol method.
• How to work more successfully with adult leaders of a team.
• How to work more effectively in team leadership positions.

You develop a high level of skill in these leadership competencies:

• Getting and Giving Information
• Knowing Group Needs and Characteristics
• Evaluation
• Problem-solving
• Knowing and Using Group Resources

You gain an intermediate level of skill in:

• Manager of Learning
• Controlling the Group
• Representing the Group
• Setting the Example
• Sharing Leadership

You also get an introduction to:

• Counseling

Qualifications

To attend Phase 3 Troop Leadership Development, you need to meet the following qualifications:

• Be age 15-18. Or
  • Have completed the 8^th grade. Or
  • Have completed Patrol Leader Development. (Prior attendance of earlier levels is encouraged, but not necessarily required.) Or
  • Obtain the approval of Phase Leader and Director.
• Have completed at least one week or more camping and backpacking.

What you do

You go on one two- or three-night backpacking trip about 8-12 miles long.

Space is limited

Save up to $50 if you pay your camp fees by May 16. Apply today!