Scout Leadership Course How to Guide

All courses require resources. These include land (an area to run the event in), people (to plan, manage, deliver, set up, clear up, cater, etc.), time (to plan and to run) and usually physical things (equipment, food, vehicles, etc.).

Suitable Locations

Where you hold your course very much depends on the type of course you are running. Particularly, if you are planning a residential course (indoor or outdoor), then you will clearly need a different location than that for a non-residential course. Scout halls, camp sites and other community facilities are all suitable.

Things to consider

• Do you need accommodation? Indoor or outdoor?
• Where will the adult support team sleep?
• Do you need catering facilities - kitchen and dining?
• Are there suitable indoor and outdoor spaces for activities and sessions?
• Is the location accessible for the participants and course team?
• Are there any activity restrictions at the site (e.g. fire lighting)?
• Is the cost of the venue within your budget?
• Is the venue available? Have you confirmed the booking?
• Are there resources at the venue (e.g. whiteboard, TV and video)?