2019 Grey Wolf NYLT
The course is designed around a model troop/crew's month. The unit
is led by a youth staff trained to provide counseling and mentoring.
Adult leadership is present, but the unit is run by the well-trained
youth staff. Youth completing the course return to their units ready
to lead and more excited for Scouting.
Grey Wolf NYLT Overview
A one-week program held in June and July, it replicates the first
three weeks of typical unit operations, including patrol leader's
council meetings, troop/crew meetings, patrol meetings, and planning
for a big event. Becoming a better leader is the theme, but many
aspects apply to daily life.
2019 Dates
Week #1 - June 16-22
Week #2 - June 23-29
Week #3 - June 30 -July 6
Week #4 - July 7-13
Core Skills Presented at Grey Wolf NYLT
Communicating
Vision
Goals
Preparing Plans
Staging of Team Development
Problem Solving
The Leading Edge
The Teaching Edge
Resolving Conflicts
Making Ethical Decisions
Leading Yourself
Skills Developed at Grey Wolf NYLT
Giving Presentations
Team Building
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Scout Skills
Troop/Crew Operations
You'll need the desire to make a long-term commitment to master the
skills and tools to benefit your troop or crew. Grey Wolf NYLT is
unlike any other Scout camp you've attended. You won't work on merit
badges, advancement, or have daily swims. You'll play a lot of games
and do fun activities (like geocaching) that promote team-building. Get
ready for a fast-paced week and prepare to learn for yourself and your
unit.
How to Register for Grey Wolf NYLT
Scoutmasters/Advisors have been sent information to nominate one primary and one secondary Scout/Venturer
for Grey Wolf NYLT in an online registration through the Northern Star Scouting Website. Space is limited to 320
youth over the 4 one-week sessions. We hope to give every troop/crew in
the council one spot per year. Depending on how many units apply, some
units may be offered a second spot. The deadline for Nominations this year is MARCH 1, 2019. If you'd like to be put on a waiting list, please use the contact information on this page. Or continue to watch our website for information on 2020 Grey Wolf dates.
Online Nominations
Who to Send
All attendees must be First Class Rank or above and need to be at least 14 years of age, or 13 and have completed 8th grade. and
have attained the rank of 1st Class. (Exception - In 2019, the First Class rank requirement
will be waived for all new Scouts BSA Members registering with the BSA for the first time after
February 1, 2019)
Prerequisite of taking ILST - Introduction to Leadership Skills through your troop
After Scoutmasters/Advisors have submitted their choices online, the
participants will be notified and asked to also register and pay the
fees online. All registrations, fees, and health forms are due April 1 of
the participating year. Be careful when choosing a week as there
may not be a chance to change later.
The Grey Wolf NYLT Schedule
Check-in each week begins at 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. Please arrive
on-time wearing the official BSA field uniform. The course finishes
after the closing ceremony on the following Saturday at 11:00 a.m.
Parents, Scoutmasters, and Crew Advisers are encouraged to attend the
closing ceremony.
Fees
The "Early Bird" registration cost to attend Grey Wolf NYLT is $250. This fee covers all
camp fees and meals. There is a small trading post at the camp
that is available a few times a week so Scouts may want to bring a few
extra dollars.
Additional Information or Questions
Please use the following resources for more information:
District Training Chairs - Volunteer chairperson in charge of training for your district has access to a wealth of resources
Grey Wolf Coordinator - Volunteer chairperson for Grey Wolf can be reached at coursedirector@greywolfbsa.org
Grey Wolf NYLT Registration Team - Volunteer team coordinating registration can be reached at registration@greywolfbsa.org
Northern Star Grey Wolf Web Site: http://www.northernstar.org/2019-grey-wolf-nylt