National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT)
December 26 - December 31, 2026
Mountain Bayou Scout Camp
What is NYLT?
National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is an exciting, action-packed program designed for councils to provide youth members with leadership skills and experience they can use in their home units and in other situations demanding leadership of self and others.
Who Should Attend?
Scouts who have completed their unit’s introduction to leadership course, have been practicing these skills, and are ready for the next level of training should attend NYLT once they meet all Eligibility Requirements.
What NYLT Is (and Is Not)
NYLT is not like summer or winter camp and is not designed for rank advancement or earning merit badges. NYLT is an intense and challenging hands-on leadership training program. It is essential that NYLT participants be physically, emotionally, and mentally prepared to handle the demands of this advanced training. In order to get the most benefit from this unique experience, participants must exhibit emotional maturity, a positive attitude, proficiency in basic camping and outdoor cooking, and have an ambition to serve in leadership roles.
Behavior at NYLT: All participants agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the Scout Oath and Law.
NYLT ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS (Participants & Staff)
An NYLT course is comprised of youth staff, adult staff, and youth participants. Requirements for each are below including links to staff applications and youth registration (coming soon).
Scouts must:
- Receive approval from your Scoutmaster or Unit leader
- Be at least 13 years of age by course start date.
- Earn First Class rank, if registered in a Troop
- Have current BSA Health Form (Parts A, B, and C)
- Be comfortable camping and cooking outdoors
- Commit to attending the entire six-day course
- Must have already attended and graduated from an NYLT course
- Be a registered member in your unit/crew
- Committed to attending all staff development dates listed in the application
- Applicants will be contacted concerning interviews.
- Must be years of age by December 26 of 2026 and not exceed the age of 21 by the same date
Once you have completed your application you may be asked to be interviewed for the position you‘re interested in. If selected you must:
- Complete Fundamentals Part 1: Science of Training and Fundamentals
- Complete Fundamentals Part 2: Craft of Training
- Attend all staff development days
Adult staff serve as advisors to the youth staff, focusing on safety, logistics, and coaching rather than direct instruction.
- Must be a currently registered adult leader in Scouting America
- Current Safeguarding Youth Training (SYT) is mandatory, with certificates required by specific deadlines
- Wood Badge is highly preferred but not required
- Must submit Annual Health and Medical Record (Parts A, B, and C
If selected:
- Attendance is required at all staff development meetings, planning sessions, and the full duration of the course
- Complete Hazardous Weather training
- Sign a code of conduct agreement
- Complete Fundamentals Part 1: Science of Training
- Complete Fundamentals Part 2: Craft of Training
Cost:
Early Bird Fee: TBD
Base Fee: TBD
How to Register?
Click the registration button below to register. All payments will be paid through the council website. A $50 of your payment will be consider a deposit for the course.
Refund Policy
Early cancellations will result in a full refund less the $50 deposit. No refunds will be given after the beginning of the first course weekend.
QUESTIONS?
For information about specific courses, contact the Course Director above.
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2026 NYLT December 26, 2026 to December 31
| File Name | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| NYLT Packing List | Download |