NYLT is a week-long advanced leadership course designed to teach Scouts the tools, techniques, and skills they need to be better leaders – not only in their units, but also at home, in school, and in their daily lives. Led by an exemplary, highly-trained youth staff, NYLT participants work hard and play hard together through group activities, games, and adventures as they experience Scouting at its best. Open to Scouts who meet the national requirements, NYLT participants grow together as leaders as they participate in hands-on activities that teach them how to manage group dynamics, build communications skills, develop a vision, set goals, and execute a plan. In addition, they learn about problem-solving, conflict resolution, ethical decision making, and effective teaching. The lessons taught at NYLT give Scouts a firm foundation for making good decisions throughout their lives. In addition to learning these important skills, NYLT participants will return to their home units energized with Scouting spirit, ready to introduce new songs, skits, and games to the unit, as well as with a renewed emphasis on the importance of the Patrol Method and Scout Leadership.