MGAD 001 – Organizing a Master Guide Club
This workshop provides guidance on how to form and structure a Master Guide Club (MGC). It outlines leadership roles, servant leadership traits, and the operational guidelines of a club, including membership policies, financial management, record keeping, uniforms, and insurance.

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MGAD 002 – Programming and Planning
Focuses on designing effective club programs over the standard three-year cycle. Topics include key events such as registration, induction, club inspections, investiture, and participation in area and conference events. Also covers regular meeting components like opening ceremonies.

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EDUC 300 – Teaching Investiture Requirements
Explains the structure and sections of the Master Guide investiture requirements and honors. Emphasis is placed on proper documentation and teaching methods. This session offers strategies for combining and adapting requirements to fit the unique needs of each group using engaging, hands-on methods.

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LEAD 001 – Introduction to Leadership Skills
Covers the basic duties of leaders in various ministries. Emphasizes the attitudes and characteristics of effective Christian leaders. Compares leadership styles and offers practical guidance tailored to ministry leadership.

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LEAD 122 – Conference and Church Board Relations
Covers expectations and guidelines from the conference for local ministries. Includes the organizational structure of Adventurers, Pathfinders, and Master Guides, with advice on managing conflicts with local or conference leadership. Provides strategies to strengthen relationships with the church board and advocate for ministry support.

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LEAD 150 – Recruiting, Screening, and Training Volunteers
Introduces methods for recruiting and vetting volunteers, conducting training, and showing appreciation. Reviews local conference requirements and offers tips for training content and evaluation of staff to help improve their performance.

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MEDI 100 – Medical, Risk Management, and Safety
Provides an overview of required forms, abuse prevention policies, conference screening protocols, staff ratios, transportation rules, emergency planning, first aid, and supervision responsibilities.

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Survey of Camping and Campout Planning —WILD 101

The workshop offers a concise overview of camping, starting with its core philosophy and different types. The primary focus of the workshop is on the practical aspects of planning and programming engaging and secure camping experiences.