Camp Alexander 2182 County Rd. 96 Lake George, CO 80827

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1 Camp Alexander 2182 County Rd. 96 Lake George, CO 80827

2 2 THE NUMBER ONE BIGGEST HEADACHE FOR UNITS COMING TO CAMP IS NOT HAVING THE MEDICAL AND MEDICATION FORMS COMPLETED CORRECTLY!!! THE NEXT PAGE WILL EXPLAIN EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE MEDICAL FORMS AND MEDICATIONS. KEEP IN MIND WE ARE A LICENSED DAYCARE FACILITY IN THE STATE OF COLORADO AND A MAJORITY OF THESE RULES ARE STATE REQUIRED. REQUIRMENTS COULD CHANGE AT ANY TIME BETWEEN THE RELEASE OF THIS PROGRAM GUIDE AND WHEN YOU ARRIVE FOR SUMMER CAMP. THE REQUIREMNTS CURRENTLY LISTED IN THIS GUIDE ARE THE MOST UP TO DATE.

3 HEALTH & MEDICAL RECORDS 3 The State of Colorado and Department of Social Services have strict rules that Camp Alexander must follow. Please read the following sec on carefully. Each person a ending Camp Alexander must have an Annual BSA Health and Medical Record within 12 months arrival at Camp Alexander. Required Medical Documents (BSA Medical form is required for youth and adults): BSA Medical Form For most up to date form, go to Google and search BSA Medical Form Copy of health insurance card (both sides) (youth only) Colorado Medical Form Addendum (youth only) Sunscreen Permission Form (youth only) Medica on Form A ached in appendices/resources (youth only) The BSA Form must be completed and signed by a medical doctor, M.D., D.O., R.N.P. or P.A./C. These are the only signatures which the Colorado Department of Social Services will allow to sign the Health Form. Chiroprac c doctor, D.P.M. signatures are unacceptable under Colorado Department of Social Services requirements. On page 3 of the BSA medical form there is a sec on where prescrip on medica ons are to be listed. Below that are two signature lines for a parent and a doctor. A parent signature is required even if NO medica ons are listed. The parent AND doctor signature is required if ANY medica ons are listed. This requirement is for only for scouts and not adults. NO OTHER FORMS WILL BE ACCEPTED at camp. It will be the Scout s parent s responsibility to secure and pay for Health and Medical record prior to camp admi ance. All Scouts and adult leaders are required to par cipate in a medical check with the Camp Alexander Medical Staff upon check in. Scouts without a completed and properly signed Medical Form as of 4:00 PM Monday must be picked up that evening by the parents, or taken home by the unit leaders. There will be no refund.

4 4 ALL PAPERWORK REQUIRED TO BE TURNED IN 11 DAYS PRIOR TO CAMP Due to new State of Colorado Child Care Regula ons, all paperwork for youth and adult campers are REQUIRED to be turned into the Pikes Peak Council 11 days prior to your unit a ending camp. The forms submi ed will be reviewed to ensure all paperwork is completed correctly. The forms will be at Camp Alexander when you arrive. The forms you submit WILL NOT be returned to you. Colorado requires us to keep all medical forms on file for 3 years. Please be sure your unit brings a copy of medical forms for your own use. In addi on to sending medical forms, we will be asking you send the addi onal forms needed for your unit to help make the check in process easier for you. Youth Camper Paperwork Check List BSA Medical Form Parts A, B, and C Copy of insurance card Colorado Addendum Medica on form Sunscreen permission form Adult Camper Paperwork Check List Camp Date Forms required to be turned in Suggested postmark date to mail Week A June 2 8 May 22 May 15 Week 1 June 9 15 May 29 May 22 Week 2 June June 5 May 29 Week 3 June June 12 June 5 Week 4 June 30 July 6 June 19 June 12 BSA Medical Form Parts A, B, and C Copy of insurance card Adult Reference Form Proof of YPT Proof of BSA registra on Week 5 July 7 13 June 26 June 19 Week 6 July July 3 June 26 Week 7 July July 10 July 3 SEE NEXT PAGE Whole Unit Paperwork Check List Swim Classifica on Record FOR ATV Waivers (if applicable) Ra ing Waivers and roster (if applicable) Le er from OA Lodge (if applicable) Troop Photo Order Form (pay when at camp) PRINTABLE LABEL

5 Pikes Peak Council A n: Camp Alexander Unit Number: Week a ending: 985 W. Fillmore St. Colorado Springs, CO CUT ON THE ABOVE LINE DO NOT SEND MONEY IN THIS PACKET ONLY SEND PACKET TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS DO NOT SEND TO CAMP ALEXANDER

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7 7 MEDICATIONS Under Colorado State Law, any Scouts bringing medica on to camp, including herbal supplements and vitamins, must adhere to the following procedures. All medica on and herbal supplements must be checked in upon arrival to camp and will be made available by the Camp s medical staff throughout the week. This includes all over the counter medica ons. i.e. Aspirin, Tylenol, etc. We ask, however, that you do not send these medica ons to camp as we have them available at the Health Lodge. Adults bringing their own medica on must secure and lock their medica on in their campsite. All prescrip on medica on must come to camp in the original bo le from the pharmacy. The label must contain: a. The camper s name b. Date of prescrip on c. Doctor s name and phone number d. Correct dosage Daily pill containers are not permi ed under Colorado Law. Please do not cover up informa on and instruc ons on the medica on. A le er or prescrip on from a licensed medical praconer (MD, DO, PA C or RNP) must accompany the vitamins or herbal remedies with the name of the camper, the type of vitamins or herbal remedies, the dosage and the mes of dispensing. If these requirements are not met, the vitamins or herbal remedies will not be made available. They will be placed in a locked container in the Health Lodge and returned to the troop leader at the end of the week. No adult leader or parent will be allowed to dispense any medica on, vitamins or herbal remedies to any camper without the approval of the Camp Health Officer. (CO Dept. of Human Services) The ONLY medica ons that will be allowed to remain with the camper, by law, are rescue inhalers, epi pens or ana kits for allergic reac ons. The type of rescue inhalers will be determined by the camp medical staff. Medica ons and herbal supplements in pill boxes and non original containers are considered contaminated and will be disposed of. Please send only enough medica on for the week. It is the responsibility of the adult leaders to ensure that Scouts are taking their medica on during the week. Unit leaders must accompany their campers to the Health Lodge for their medica ons. Please bring all your Scouts taking medica on at the same me. Addi onally, it is the responsibility of the adult leaders, at departure from camp, to collect any medica ons or herbal supplements from the Health Lodge. For speedy check in, please have each Scout s parent complete the Medica on Log Form. This form is used to log the medica on administered to each person. If no medica ons are administered, then no log is needed. Any camper, upon check in, requiring treatment for a pre exis ng condi on (i.e., wound care) should bring a note from a doctor or parent, along with the sterile supplies necessary to perform the care, and instruc ons sta ng what on going treatment needs to be done. We are happy to assist so that treatment can take place in a clean environment. Our medical staff is not permi ed by law to administer injec ons. CAMP ALEXANDER IS REQUIRED TO KEEP THE SUBMITTED MEDICAL FORMS ON FILE PER COLORADO STATE LAW FOR 3 YEARS. THE FORM THAT YOU WILL TURN IN FOR THE WEEK WILL NOT BE RETURNED TO YOU. IT IS ADVISED THAT YOU BRING 2 COPIES OF EVERYONES MEDICAL FORM TO CAMP: ONE TO TURN IN AND THE SECOND TO KEEP FOR YOUR RECORDS FOR THE RETURN HOME

8 8 Thank you for choosing Camp Alexander! Hey scouters! Thank you for choosing Camp Alexander for your 2019 summer camp des na on! We are very excited to have you! A lot has changed of the past few years at Camp Alexander. Camp A has a program in place where $50 of every youth camper fee is invested into a capital campaign at camp. We started this process in 2012 and since then, we have invested $800,000 back into camp! This money has gone towards a brand new rifle range, new archery range, new camp entrance, new latrines in every campsite, and so much more! We also offer a variety of program opportuni es for scouts. Camp Alexander has the philosophy of scouts being able to complete merit badges and programs by the end of their week at camp. There are however, a few merit badges that will not be able to be completed at camp due to me such as the Hiking Merit Badge. Finally, ge ng your unit ready for summer camp can be crazy. With all the programs, events, travel, and everything else, there will be many ques ons that will arise. Please, do not be afraid to contact me or the Pikes Peak Council to ensure you have the right informa on and are prepared for summer camp. Cheers, Cameron Ackley Council Program Director (719) Cameron.ackley@scou ng.org

9 9 Table of Content Important Medical Informa on pg. 2 7 Le er to the Scoutmaster pg. 8 Camp Alexander Leadership Team pg. 10 Sunday Check In Procedures pg. 11 Mission Statement and Shipping Info pg. 12 Daily Schedule pg. 13 Program pg.14 Merit Badge pg.15 Merit Badge Schedule pg First Class Center pg Aqua cs pg Handicra pg. 23 Nature pg. 24 Fishing pg. 25 Shoo ng Sports pg. 26 Climbing & ATV pg. 28 Hiking, Biking, & Mountain Board pg. 29 Welding pg. 30 Photography & Moviemaking pg. 30 Adult Leader Ac vi es pg. 31 Dining Hall & Sea ng Schedule pg. 32 Hiking Trails & White Water Ra ing pg. 33 Campfire & Conserva on Projects pg.34 Pebble Patch Program pg. 35 Items in RED are the most common looked for Informa on. Visitor Meals and Campsite pg. 42 Campsite Sizes pg. 43 Damage to Equipment pg. 44 Cot Rentals pg. 45 Cell Phones pg. 46 Evening Ac vi es pg.47 Camp Site Du es pg. 48 Serving Times pg. 49 APPENDIX Troop T shirts pg. 50 Colorado Medical Addendum pg. 51 Medica on Log pg. 52 ATV Waiver pg. 53 Ra ing Waiver pg Troop Photo Order pg. 57 Swim Test pg Refund Form pg. 60 Map pg. 61 Dietary Request pg. 62 Merit Badge Request for Scout pg. 63 Adult Reference Form pg Order of the Arrow & Awards pg. 36 Theme Days pg. 37 Scoutmaster Dinner pg. 38 Family Night pg. 38 Care Packages pg. 39 Medica on Times & Emergency Care pg. 40 Youth Protec on & Visitors pg. 41

10 Camp Alexander Leadership Team 10 Cameron Ackley Council Program Director (Eagle Scout) Cameron serves as Pikes Peak Council s Program Director and oversees Camp Alexander s summer and year round and opera ons. This is Cameron s 6th year overseeing Camp Alexander and his 7th year with the Pikes Peak Council. He enjoys playing hockey (GO AVs!), watching football (SKOL VIKINGS), snowboarding, and volunteering for his church in his down me. Cameron is coming up on one year of marriage with his wife Courtney in February. Andrew Saenz Camp Director (Eagle Scout) Hello my name is Andrew Saenz. This is says my second summer as camp director fi h year on the leadership team I ve been a member of staff at camp Alexander for 10 or 11 years. When I m not here at camp I am in Dallas working towards my degree in architecture and crea ng a be er place for everyone by engaging and us inspiring innova ve people. Daniel Lawley Program Director (Eagle Scout) This is Dan, he started working at Camp A as the Aqua cs Director, and was the Program Director last summer. His lifelong love for the water lead him to swimming at the Division II level, and he enjoys boa ng and other water sports as well. He is currently studying to be a Civil Engineer at Colorado Mesa University. This summer, he looks forward to making the most of Camp A s programs for campers and staff alike. Chase Webb Head Commissioner (Eagle Scout) Hi my name is Chase Webb, or some of you might be er know me as Pudd'n Pops. I was the Head Commissioner in 2015 and So I know what you're thinking, "Chase, where did you go and why are you back?" I went on a journey of self discovery to the far off land of... Wyoming. On this journey away from camp I found someone to go on this journey called life with me, my Mrs. Pops. And now me and my wife are excited to come to camp this summer to make new memories with each one of you. I am excited to meet all of you soon. Tom Hopkins Ranger for Pikes Peak Council (Eagle Scout) Tom Hopkins was born and raised in Utah, but has called Colorado home for over 20 years. He is a father of five and enjoys snowmobiling, camping, watching old episodes of Star Trek, and drinking too much soda. He has been ac ve in scou ng since his youth, earned the rank of Eagle, Vigil honor in the Order of the Arrow, and Wood Badge, and has served as scoutmaster and in many other volunteer posi ons. He has a background in construc on and general contrac ng and has enjoyed working as the camp ranger at Camp Alexander for the past four years.

11 Sunday Check in Procedures Camp Alexander opens at 1:00 PM the Sunday you arrive at camp. If you wish to arrive Monday morning, please be at Camp Alexander by 7:00 AM. The first staff member you will meet is your Troop Guide. Your Troop Guide will be your liaison for the week. He/she will introduce themselves to your unit and then will take you to your campsite. Along the way, your Troop Guide will give you a tour of Camp Alexander and will stop at the Parade Grounds for a troop photo. When you arrive at your campsite, you will have me to unpack and get se led. At some point, the Camp A medical team will arrive at your campsite to do medical checks. YOUR MEDICAL FORMS SHOULD HAVE BEEN SENT TO THE PIKES PEAK COUNCIL OFFICE PRIOR TO YOU ARRIVING AT CAMP. A er medical checks, your Troop Guide will take you to the pool to do swim checks if you have not already done swim checks for your unit. A er swim checks (or if you have already completed swim checks), you will have dinner at a designated me assigned to your unit upon check in with the Business Office. While your Troop Guide is taking care of your unit, 2 scoutmasters are required to check in at the Business Office. We will double check we have received all the necessary paperwork needed besides the medical forms. If you did not turn in any of the documents listed below, we will ask for them during this me. Proof of registra on for every adult. Youth Protec on Training Cer fica on for every adult Troop Photo Order Form A le er from your Order of the Arrow Lodge of candidates (if applicable) ATV Waivers (only for those par cipa ng in our ATV course) Ra ing Waivers (only for those par cipa ng in white water ra ing) Payment of any outstanding balance. The staff will be checking your unit account for outstanding balances. A er all items have been turned in, you will receive: Hip Pocket hand book for every adult leader and Senior Patrol Leader. Your assigned dinner me for the evening. Merit Badge Schedule for scouts. Camp A map for everyone in your unit. List of pebble patches for scouts to earn while at camp. Saturday Checkout procedures will be given at the Tuesday morning Leaders Mee ng 11

12 12 MISSION Camp Alexander will provide a unique and steadily expanding Colorado Mountain Top Experience emphasizing life skills and ins lling Scou ng values in Scouts, volunteers, and others throughout the Pikes Peak region and surrounding communi es. PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY Merit Badge sessions at Camp Alexander are designed to be only part of the Scout s day. Addi onally, our program areas offer free/open me ac vi es and special events throughout the week. PIKE NATIONAL FOREST STATEMENT Boy Scouts of America is an equal opportunity service provider. Boy Scouts of America operates under special permit by the USDA Forest Service. CAMP ALEXANDER FACEBOOK Please visit our Facebook page: h p:// SHIPPING INFO U.S. Postal Service (Name of Person & Unit Number) Camp Alexander UPS or FedEx (Name of Person & Unit Number) Camp Alexander PO Box County Rd 96 Lake George, CO Lake George, CO EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS Camp Alexander Camp Alexander Fax# Pikes Peak Council Service Center Pikes Peak Council Service Center Fax

13 WEEK Schedule 7:00 AM 7:45 AM 7:55 AM 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 PM 11:45 PM 12:00 PM 12:40 PM Daily Events Schedule Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Welcome to Camp Alexander Breakfast A Breakfast A Breakfast A Flag Assembly Flag Assembly t A Flag Assembly Breakfast B Flag Assembly Breakfast B Flag Assembly Breakfast B Breakfast B Breakfast B Breakfast A Breakfast A Program Sessions 1 Program Sessions 2 Make Up Time Lunch A Lunch A Lunch B Lunch B Lunch B Lunch B Lunch B Lunch A Lunch A Lunch A 6:30 AM 7:45 AM Last Check out me 8:15 AM 13 7:00 AM 7:45 AM 7:55 AM 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 10:30 PM 11:45 PM 12:00 PM 12:40 PM 1:30 PM 2:45 PM 3:00 PM 4:15 PM 1:00 3:30 PM Check In Program Sessions 3 Program Sessions 4 IRON MAN Pool, Lake, Rock Climbing, Open 1:30 PM 2:45 PM 3:00 PM 4:15 PM 4:45 PM 5:30 PM Dinner Assigned mes during check in Dinner A Dinner A Dinner B Dinner B Flag Assembly 5:00 Carnival Flag Assembly Flag Assembly Early Check Out 5:15 PM Assembly Thanks for coming to camp this year. We hope you had a Mountain Top Experience! 4:45 PM 5:30 PM 5:45 PM 6:30 PM Assembly Dinner B 5:15 6:30 Adult dinner Dinner A Dinner A Assigned Times 5:45 PM 6:45 8:00 PM 8:30 PM 7:00 PM Scouts Own 7:30 PM SPL/ Scoutmaster Mee ng Evening Ac vi es 8:15 PM Campfire Troop Time Evening Ac vi es Evening Ac vi es Interna onal Scou ng Presenta on 7:30 PM Line up for closing campfire 7:30 PM 9:30 PM Closing Campfire 6:45 8:00 PM 8:30 PM 10:00 PM Lights Out Lights Out Lights Out Lights Out Lights Out Lights Out 10:00 PM

14 PROGRAM 14 PROGRAM PROGRAM FEATURES & PHILOSOPHY Camp Alexander recommends every boy should be signed up for a merit badge class/ac vity so you know where your scouts are at all mes. However, we strongly recommend that you allow your scouts to do some fun merit badges/ac vi es and not just focus on Eagle required merit badges. Camp Alexander prides itself in offering merit badges that are unique to the outdoors to maximize a scout s experience. Merit badge sessions are designed to be only a part of the scout s day ac vi es. In the evening, program areas will be open to all scouts with special events and ac vi es in each area. PROGRAM RECOMMENDATIONS We promote an age appropriate camp program and have designed our merit badge and camp wide ac vi es to ensure a Scout s advancement goals are met while ensuring his enjoyment and excitement at camp. A counseling session prior to camp with the Scoutmaster and SPL will help a Scout achieve his advancement goal. It will also enable our staff to concentrate on the requirements that the Scout needs. First Year Camper Program Ideas: First Class Center advancement, Art, Basketry, Leatherwork, Po ery, Swimming, First Aid, and Woodcarving Merit Badges. Second Year Camper Program Ideas: Anything not earned on the first year camper list, Camping, Fish & Wildlife Management, Fishing, Geology, Indian Lore, Mammal Study and Rifle Shoo ng merit badges. This program places its emphasis on merit badge work. Camp Alexander provides the unique se ng for comple on of badges that can only be earned in the great outdoors. Third and Fourth Year Camper Programs Ideas: Anything not earned on the first or second year camper lists: Archery, Astronomy, Canoeing, Climbing, Geo caching, Environmental Science, Lifesaving, Nature, Orienteering, Pioneering, Rowing, Shotgun Shoo ng, Weather, Wilderness Survival, Search and Rescue, Emergency Preparedness, ATV Rider Course, and Welding.

15 15 MERIT BADGE MERIT BADGE REGISTRATION Session registra on will take place prior to your arrival at summer camp. Once your May 8th payment has been received and on May 8 at 5 p.m. (MDT) your account will be ac vated to begin registering for Merit Badge sessions. Please make sure that your campers meet all of the age requirements for the various merit badges, advance planning is necessary. Some merit badges offered at Camp Alexander have prerequisites. Alert your Scouts to these prerequisites and make sure that these requirements are completed prior to camp. You can find a step by step guide on registra on at the end of the program guide. RESOURCES FOR SUCCESSFUL MERIT BADGE COMPLETION Merit Badge Workbooks are not required but are tools that can help Scouts organize notes, listen ac vely, and document their work. Workbooks allow Merit Badge Counselors to offer group instruc on but s ll...test the Scout individually. Please visit: for a list of all workbooks available for the summer camp season. We strongly encourage the youth to print off a workbook for every merit badge he has to use in conjunc on with the Merit Badge Pamphlet prior to camp. SCOUTS WILL NOT NEED TO PURCHASE ANY PROGRAM SUPPLIES FOR MERIT BADGES AT THE TRADING POST. SUPPLIES WILL BE AT THEIR PROGRAM AREA WHEN THEY ARRIVE.

16 16 HOW TO REGISTER FOR MERIT BADGES IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS GUIDE. TENTAROO IS THE WEBSITE WE USE FOR SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION AND THEY ARE CURRENTLY MAKING A VIDEO ON HOW TO REGISTER FOR MERIT BADGES. THAT VIDEO SHOULD BE RELEASED END OF JANUARY/MID FEBRAURY AND WILL BE POSTED ON THE COUCNIL WEBSITE.

17 Merit Badges and other programs are Monday through Thursday 17 Session are 1 hour and 15 minutes long. Merit Badge supplies will be given to the scout on the 1st day of class. Merit Badge Schedule Double Sessions take up 2 full periods The Handicra Merit Badges Art, Basketry, Leatherwork, and Woodcarving are 2 day merit badges. A scout will need to pick 2 when signing up for those merit badges. One for Monday and Tuesday and one for Wednesday and Thursday. Program 9:00AM 10:30AM 1:30 PM 3:00PM Class Size Aqua cs Area Cost Canoeing 18 $0 N/A Kayaking 12 $0 N/A Lifesaving 18 $0 N/A Mile Swim 18 $0 N/A Rowing 18 $0 N/A Snorkeling 18 $0 N/A Swimming 22 $0 N/A Hike & Bike Area Minimum Age Geocaching 12 $5 N/A 7, 8, 9 Hiking Double Session 18 $6 N/A 5, 6 Available Not Available Pre reqs/not covered Pass BSA Swim Test Cycling Double Session Double Session 18 $6 N/A 7Bc two 8 mile 7Bd Mountain Boarding 16 $6 12+ N/A First Class Center Area First Class Requirements 22 $0 N/A View page 15 of Leader s Guide Tenderfoot & Second Class 65 $0 N/A for list of reqs Double Session Double Session completed. Handicra Area Art (2 day class) 22 $11 N/A N/A Basketry (2 day class) 22 $14 N/A N/A Leatherwork (2 day class) 22 $20 N/A N/A Woodcarving (2 day class) 22 $18 N/A N/A Po ery 16 $15 N/A 7 Marke ng Area Moviemaking 12 $15 N/A N/A Photography 12 $10 N/A N/A

18 Merit Badges and other programs are Monday through Thursday Session are 1 hour and 15 minutes long. 18 Available Merit Badge Schedule Double Sessions take up 2 full periods Program 9:00 AM Session 1 10:30 AM Session 2 1:30 PM Session 3 3:00 PM Session 4 Class Size Cost Minimum Age Outdoor Skills Area Emergency Preparedness 18 $0 N/A 1, 2c Search and Rescue 18 $0 12+ N/A First Aid 22 $0 N/A 1 Pre reqs/not covered Camping 22 $0 N/A 5e, 7b, 8d, 9a, 9b Indian Lore 18 $18 N/A N/A Orienteering 18 $0 N/A N/A Pioneering 18 $0 N/A N/A Wilderness Survival 22 $0 N/A 5 (bring to camp) Nature Area Astronomy 18 $1 N/A N/A Environmental Science Double Session Double session 22 $1 12+ N/A Fish & Wildlife 18 $0 N/A N/A Fly Fishing Double Session 12 $ N/A Not Available Fishing 22 $0 N/A N/A Forestry 18 $0 N/A N/A Geology 18 $0 N/A N/A Mammal Study 18 $0 N/A N/A Nature 18 $0 N/A N/A Weather 18 $0 N/A N/A Rock Climbing Area Climbing Double Session Double Session 14 $0 N/A N/A Shoo ng Sports Area Archery 16 $8 N/A N/A Rifle 16 $17 N/A N/A Shotgun 12 $27 N/A N/A Black Powder Program 10 $ N/A ATV ATV Safety Course 8 $ N/A Maintenance Area Welding Double Session Double Session 8 $ N/A

19 FIRST CLASS CENTER (FCC) 19 FIRST CLASS Scoutmasters are strongly encouraged to emphasize the need for rank advancement to all Scouts, especially those who have not yet reached the rank of First Class. Our staff will guide each Scout through the requirements that are offered. Each Scout will be taught the subject ma er and then demonstrate what he learned to a staff member. The Senior Patrol Leader, Patrol Leader, or Scoutmaster should then administer the final test and sign the Scout s handbook. The First Class Center is broken into two parts. One sec on is for those scouts who are new to the BSA program and are working on Tenderfoot and Second Class rank. This sec on will cover all the requirements for Tenderfoot and Second Class that can be done at camp. The second sec on is for those campers that are already Second Class rank and just need a few requirements to earn First Class. Campers needing only FIRST CLASS, have them sign up for a single session in one of the four periods. TENDERFOOT AND SECOND CLASS SESSION First year campers who need Tenderfoot and Second Class requirements should sign up for the morning double session beginning at 9 a.m. and concluding at 11:45 a.m. Below is the list of requirements they can complete: TENDERFOOT: 3a d, 4a d, 5a c 7a b, 8 SECOND CLASS: 2a d, 2f g, 3a d, 4 5a d, 6a e FIRST CLASS SCOUTS SESSION Scouts needing to complete requirements only for First Class Rank should sign up for a single session at the First Class Center. There are a number of rank requirements that the Troop leadership can work on with each Scout in their respec ve campsites. Please see your Troop Guide for any addi onal equipment that you may require. Adult leaders interested in helping out at the First Class Center should contact the FCC Area Director. Leaders are encouraged to a end their Scout s first session to help with placement into the correct areas of instruc on. FIRST CLASS: 3a d, 4a b, 5a d 6b e, 7a c

20 TOTIN CHIP SESSION 20 FIRST CLASS/Aqua cs FIREMAN CHIT To n Chip Session will only be offered on Monday. This will include the Scouts that require it to par cipate in the Woodcarving and Archery merit badges. FCC campers will earn the cer ficate in the area during the week and do not need to a end this session. The Firem n Chit session is offered on Friday morning and covers requirements 2d and 2e for Second Class to a end this session. From learning to swim in our heated pool, to boa ng on the lake, the Aqua cs Staff is ready and willing to teach it all. Our Aqua cs Department will offer the following merit badges and ac vi es this summer: KAYAKING Kayaking provides an introduc on to kayaking skills and safety procedures, and serves as a program opportunity for campers.

21 CANOEING 21 Aqua cs Learn the skills needed to successfully pilot the canoe in a straight line and how to rescue a swamped canoe. This session is a great introductory badge for 2nd year scouts and is less difficult than rowing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruc on (req 2) be completed prior to camp. SWIMMING An Eagle required Merit Badge, Swimming is a great badge for first year scouts. Please remember to bring the needed clothing for each of the requirements, pants and long sleeve shirt that can get wet. It is highly recommended that CPR instruc on (req. 2) be completed prior to camp. LIFESAVING Another Eagle required Merit Badge, Lifesaving is a physically demanding badge. Par cipants will need good stamina to complete the requirements and should bring pants & long sleeve bu on down shirt. ROWING SWIMMING LESSONS Rowing is a physically demanding merit badge and requires a good deal of stamina to complete the swamping drills. This badge is more technical then canoeing. WE WILL OFFER THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITY SESSIONS: All Scouts should know how to swim. We offer instruc onal swimming for Scouts who are non swimmers or for those that would simply like to improve their skills. Please make arrangements with the Aqua cs Staff so that skill evalua ons and scheduling may take place. This will take place during evening ac vi es. SNORKELING BSA AWARD Snorkeling is not a merit badge but a BSA Award. The Snorkeling BSA requirements introduce campers to special skills, equipment, and safety precau ons associated with snorkeling as well as encouraging the development of aqua cs skills that promote fitness and recrea on and provide a founda on for those who later will par cipate in more advanced underwater ac vi es. Scouts enrolling in Snorkeling BSA must already have earned the Swimming merit badge.

22 POLAR BEAR SWIM CHALLENGE 22 Aqua cs MILE SWIM AWARD On Thursday, the Polar Bear Plunge begins at 6:15 AM with a refreshing dip for those Scouts and Scouters who are brave enough to sample the chilly waters of Camp Alexander. Par cipants who successfully complete this cool dip may purchase a much sought a er and well earned Polar Bear patch at the camp Trading Post. Warning: this program is not for the faint hearted. Mile Swim is not a merit badge but a BSA Award. Scouts with very strong swimming skills may wish to earn the Mile Swim BSA award. To earn this award, a Scout must sign up for the mile swim award 4th session at 3:00 PM. Precondi oning will be Monday thru Wednesday with the full mile on Thursday. AQUATIC SUPERVISION In 2009 the BSA revised the Lifeguard class and replaced it with the new Aqua c Supervision program. Camp Alexander will be offering the course for adults only. Adults wishing to par cipate will need to speak with the Aqua cs Director upon arrival.

23 HANDICRAFT CENTER 23 HANDICRAFT Along with the First Class Center, the Handicra Center at Camp Alexander makes up the hub of our first year camper program. Badge for badge, more Scouts earn Handicra merit badges at Camp Alexander than at any other area. Except for Po ery, each session will allow the scout to earn two Merit Badges; in which they will start one badge on Monday and then the second on Wednesday. Our Handicra Center will offer the following merit badges this summer: Leatherwork Learn how to tool leather, plait, and lace leather pieces together to make useful items such as wallets, IPod holders, and more. A Merit Badge recommended for first year campers. ART This badge is great for first year scouts. Draw and paint your own logo and create stories through designs. It is recommended that requirement 4 (visit an Art exhibit) be completed prior to camp. BASKETRY Instruc on will be given on methods to create baskets and iden fy the different types. This is a good badge for first year campers. POTTERY Great for a second year camper, Po ery Merit Badge will stretch the imagina on as you create a coil pot, a pinch pot, and a slab pot. Work with a po er s wheel and make decora ve sculptures while learning about career opportuni es in po ery. This is a 4 day class. WOODCARVING Learn the proper techniques to carve your hiking s ck and create useful camp gadgets. Must complete two different carvings, round and low relief. Campers can earn the To n Chip Monday morning at the First Class Center prior.

24 Nature Center 24 NATURE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Environmental Science is an advanced, me consuming and demanding merit badge only for Scouts at least 12 years old. This merit badge is a double session, offered in the morning or a ernoon. Keep in mind that double sessions may conflict with other badges or camp and troop ac vi es offered. Scouts should plan their schedules accordingly to avoid conflicts. FISH & WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT Par cipants will learn about methods used to manage wildlife to balance habitats. They will also work with fish iden fica on and es mates per lake size or fish age. ASTRONOMY Take a gander at the stars and gain knowledge in constella on and planet iden fica on. Night sessions are required for this Merit Badge. FORESTRY Take an in depth look at the plants, shrubs, and trees that make up Pike Na onal Forest. Become skilled at iden fying 15 different species of trees and gain knowledge on healthy forest management. GEOLOGY Discuss rock forma ons and how they impact our earth. Par cipants will also learn about energy, mineral resources or the earth history as an op on. Great for 1st year campers! MAMMAL STUDY Good for the 1st or 2nd year camper, Mammal Study will expose the par cipants to the vast array of wildlife and habitats the camp has to offer. Learn about the different animal kingdoms and classifica on of different mammals. NATURE This session is a great introduc on to the natural world that surrounds us. Discover animals and plants in the camps backyard; learn to iden fy them and what role they play in the food chain, yum! WEATHER Find out what causes rain, wind, hail, and lightning during this session. Scouts will make a rain gauge and keep a weekly log while learning to iden fy different types of clouds.

25 Fishing 25 FISHING Fishing Licenses: Campers may fish in Lake Alexander, but must first have a Camp Alexander Fishing Permit. This permit is earned by a ending an orienta on on Sunday evening or visi ng the Business Office to read the rules and regula ons. In order to fish on the South Pla e River, anyone over the age of 16 must first obtain a State of Colorado Fishing License along with a Camp A Fishing Permit. Colorado State Fishing licenses can be purchased in Lake George. FLY FISHING The Fly Fishing Merit Badge is for Scouts 13 years and older. It is a double session merit badge held Monday through Friday morning. FISHING Master your fishing skills by learning all the knots and cas ng techniques to land the big one. Gather an understanding of Leave No Trace and how it applies to fishing. Par cipants will need to bring their own equipment. Limited equipment is available for rent at the Business Office. FISHING REGULATIONS FISHING AT THE LAKE FISHING AT OUR RIVER FRONTAGE To fish at the lake, you must have an official Camp Alexander Fishing Permit. Catch and release only. Only flies and lures are to be used as bait. All hooks must be barbless or have the barb crimped down. Treble hooks are prohibited at Camp. All Scouts must have a buddy with them in order to fish. Fishing is only allowed during daylight hours. Before you go to the river you must check out at the Business Office where you will receive a river fishing permit. You must remain on Camp A property at all mes. Scouts must be accompanied by an adult at all mes. No one on one permi ed. You must have a Camp Alexander fishing permit, and if you are 16 or older, you will also need a Colorado State Fishing license. Catch and release only at the river. Barb less hooks, lures, and flies only. No power bait, salmon eggs, and no treble or double hooks are allowed.

26 Shoo ng Sports Shoo ng Sports Our Shoo ng Sports Staff will offer the following merit badges this summer: ARCHERY Archery requires a certain degree of strength and pa ence. Par cipants are required to have or obtain their To n Chip card prior to the first session. SPORTING ARROWS Spor ng Arrows is much like spor ng clays for shotguns except the discs are designed for archery. Scouts will purchase ckets at the trading post or at the Shoo ng Range. The cost is $1 per cket which will give you 10 shots. This program takes place during evening ac vi es. RIFLE Learn the techniques for proper gun safety and shoo ng. Par cipants will use a.22 caliber Savidge single shot rifle to qualify for the requirements of marksmanship. SHOTGUN SHOOTING Scouts wishing to enroll in the Shotgun merit badge MUST be at least 13 years old. This merit badge is physically demanding and requires a lot of stamina. 26 The Camp Alexander Muzzleloading course is a hands on, live fire course. The course covers the history of muzzleloading, familiariza on with and maintenance of the equipment, proper procedures for loading and firing of the rifle. Also, the cleaning and iden fica on of the various parts and their role in firing process will be discussed. The scout will be shoo ng for about 50% of the class period. If you want to learn about the history of guns and firearms, as well as have fun then this class is for you. This is a new program and will only be offered during the 4th period. Class Size Max 10 par cipants Cost $45 Minimum age 14 years old Our advice is that Scouts begin with Rifle Shoo ng and then advance to the Archery merit badge. Scouts should avoid working on two Shoo ng Sports merit badges at the same me due to the large amount of me required to qualify for each merit badge. Please do not bring firearms, ammuni on, bows, or arrows to camp. BSA Na onal Standards and insurance requirements prohibit their presence on the property. They cannot be stored in campsites or

27 Outdoor Skills 27 The fun of the outdoors combined with prac cal life long skills make up Camp Alexander s Outdoor Skills Area. Scouts will learn to find their way, build towers, and perfect their camping and survival skills. Our Outdoor Skills staff will offer the following merit badges this summer: First Aid Caring for injured or ill persons un l they can receive professional medical care is an important skill for every Scout. With some knowledge of first aid, a Scout can provide immediate care and help to someone who is hurt or who becomes ill. SEARCH & RESCUE Scouts aiming to earn the Search and Rescue merit badge will first learn the important differences between a search or rescue. A search is an emergency situa on requiring a team of trained searchers to locate, access, stabilize, and transport a lost person to safety. Learn what a rescue is in this session. EMERGENCY PREPARDENESS Scouts are o en called upon to help because they know first aid and they know about the discipline and planning needed to react to an emergency situa on. Earning this merit badge helps a Scout to be prepared by learning the ac ons that can be helpful and needed before, during, and a er an emergency. CAMPING Camping Merit Badge is an introductory to the essen als of outdoor planning. This is a popular badge and 4 sessions are offered to accommodate all par cipants. INDIAN LORE Learn about Na ve American heritage through clothing, food, song, and games. This is great for a first year camper. An Indian Lore kit for making different decora ve items is provided at the program area. ORIENTEERING Enjoy GPS? Taking the Orienteering Merit Badge will explain the origin of travels with compass and maps. Become skilled at reading a topographical map and compass and learn how to set up a cross country course PIONEERING Gain knowledge in ropemaking and lashings to create a signal tower or monkey bridge during your week in Pioneering Merit Badge. WILDERNESS SURVIVAL Ever get lost? Find the basic skills to survive and signal for help in the event you were lost or stranded in the wilderness. Par cipants will stay in their natural shelter Thursday night. These badges may require extra me for projects outside the regular class schedule.

28 Climbing & ATV CLIMBING Climbing is not a sport that requires tremendous muscular strength; it 28 demands mental toughness and the willingness to prac ce hard to master a set of skills. The adventure of climbing can also provide a new way to enjoy the outdoors. Weather condi ons at Camp Alexander may cause disrup on to the climbing schedule, requiring an alterna ve climbing schedule throughout the week. Scouts will have the opportunity to register for an evening climb or rappelling session. There is no age requirement for the rappel or climbing evening ac vity. During the week Scouts may have the opportunity to complete a rappel which sa sfies the Camping Merit Badge requirement. ROCK CLIMBING Concentra on, a sense of adventure, and stamina are some of the requirements needed for rock climbing. Success is measured in part by big smiles, close team work, and the thrill of scaling rock faces in excess of 50 feet. At Camp Alexander the Climbing sessions will be available to Scouts who are 13 years or older. ATV ACTIVITY Scouts and adults (if space permits) will learn the proper handling of an All Terrain Vehicle. Safety and ATV maintenance will be taught along with the cer fica on from the ATV Safety Ins tute as a driver. During each session there will be five slots for 14yrs and older scouts and 3 slots will be open for scouts 16yrs and older. The of $50 covers gas, maintenance, and use of the ATV. Each person par cipa ng in the ATV Ac vity, must bring the following items: Long Pants Long Sleeve Shirt Shoes/boots that cover the anklebone No one is allowed to par cipate if they are missing any of these items

29 29 Hiking, Biking, & MTN Boarding HIKING We will be offering the Hiking Merit Badge as a par al. Scouts will learn about hiking precau ons and planning. First aid will also be covered and scouts will hike several trails throughout the camp. CYCLING Par cipants will learn about bike and trail maintenance. Several mountain bike rides will take place throughout the week and we recommend scouts be at least 13 years old do to the physical difficul es of this badge. MOUNTAIN BOARDING For older scouts ready for a physical challenge! This mix between snowboarding and skateboarding is the latest craze across the na on. Scouts will learn safety, turning, star ng, stopping, and even some tricks during this ac vity session. This is an ac vity and not a merit badge. Geocaching The word geocache is a combina on of "geo," which means "earth," and "cache," which means "a hiding place." Geocaching describes a hiding place on planet Earth a hiding place you can find using a GPS unit. A GPS unit is an electronic tool that shows you where you are based on informa on it gets from satellites in space.

30 30 Welding & Movie/Photo Welding Camp Alexander s Welding program is one of our newer merit badges we offer. Scouts will have hands on experience day one with a welder and learn about this unique skill set. Scouts will make projects and learn about career opportuni es in the field. Space is very limited for this class! Scouts need to bring long pants and sturdy shoes. All other supplies are provided and gear is supplied by Lincoln Electric. Moviemaking Scouts will learn how to make movies/short films with this merit badge! Camp Alexander has a number of Go Pros and cameras for scouts to use to make their own film! Scouts will also be taking videos of program areas, and the videos they make could poten ally be used for Camp A marke ng. Photography Scouts who sign up for photography will be using high quality cameras to take pictures of Camp Alexander and scouts in ac on! Pictures they take poten ally could be used for Camp A marke ng material. Scouts do not need to bring their own camera. Camp Alexander will provide all the supplies necessary for the program.

31 Adult Leader Ac vi es 31 Throughout the week a number of ac vi es have been arranged for Adult Leaders. It should be noted that an adult s primary func on at camp is to look a er, assist and counsel Scouts in their unit. * Required Day Time Ac vity/session Loca on *Sunday 6:35 PM Leaders Mee ng Wooten Center Monday 6:45 PM Into Leave No Trace Nature Center Tuesday 10:30 AM Leaders Mee ng Wooten Center Thursday 6:30 PM Leaders Shotgun Shoot Shotgun Range Friday 9:00 AM Climb on Safely Wooten center *Friday 3:30 PM Merit Badge Review Dining Hall See Aqua cs Director Aqua cs Supervision Lake & Pool Adults can par cipate in the ATV program depending on space. Adults will need to register on Sunday at the Business Office to ensure scouts have first opportunity to register prior to camp. JOIN THE TEAM *** SUMMER CAMP STAFF APPLICATION*** h p:// es Know a great scout that would be an asset to our team? We want them to be a team member with us to provide a Mountain Top Experience for an en re 9 weeks. Pay ranges from $200/week to $425/week for the summer. Staff posi ons range from Aqua cs to ATV Direc

32 32 Dining Hall & Sea ng Schedule Meal mes and se ngs below are the planned sea ng's; however camp reserves the right to change meal se ngs to be er serve the en re camp. A Campsites Apache Arapahoe Cherokee Comanche Kiowa Lakota Navajo Shawnee B Campsites Anasazi Cheyenne Crow Ogallala Osage Pawnee Sioux Ute Meal Times Breakfast Lunch Dinner Sunday None None By assigned mes Mon Thurs 1st sea ng 7:00 am 1st sea ng 12:00 pm 1st sea ng 4:45 pm 2nd sea ng 8:00 am 2nd sea ng 12:30 pm 2nd sea ng 5:45 Friday 1st sea ng 7:00 am 1st sea ng 12:00 pm 1st sea ng 4:45 pm 2nd sea ng 8:00 am 2nd sea ng 12:30 pm 2nd sea ng 5:45 pm Saturday Con nental None None Service Area Assignments Morning and Evening Flag: 1. Raise or lower flags during either morning or evening flag ceremonies 2. Lead camp in a prayer or grace 3. Morning be at parade grounds by 7:40 am, evening by 5:20 pm 4. Have flag crew in full uniform for both assemblies Though of the Day 1. Provide thought of the day at the morning assembly

33 HIKING TRAILS 33 PIKE NATIONAL FOREST STATEMENT Boy Scouts of America is an equal opportunity service provider. Boy Scouts of America operates under special permit by the USDA Forest Service. Our Hike and Bike staff maintain and oversee the trail systems throughout camp. Current camp trails are listed at camp and informa on/updates will be provided by the staff throughout the week. All units must register in advance to access the camp trails system. All trails begin by checking in with the staff at Business Office. Available Hikes: Blue Mountain 5 Mile (must have staff guide) / Scenic Overlook 1.5 mile / Nature Hike 1 Mile WHITEWATER RAFTING TRIP Registra on is on the summer camp page at pikespeakbsa.org/camping/summercamp/ For your adventurous scouts we offer a ra ing trip on the Arkansas River. Bighorn Sheep Canyon is a Whitewater Ra ing Class II and III sec on of the Arkansas River which will provide your scouts with great excitement in a controlled environment. The trip will depart Friday morning at 7:15 AM. The cost per person is $85 which includes transporta on, wet suit, spray jacket, rubber foot boo es, guide, and an awesome adventure! Registra on will be through pikespeakbsa.org. Ra ing Schedule: 7:00 AM Meet at Flag Poles 7:15 AM Load buses ra ; and lunch at Echo Canyon 3:30 PM Return to Camp Alexander

34 34 CAMPFIRES For well over 70 years, Camp Alexander s opening campfire has entertained and energized the Scouts as they an cipate the week ahead. As campers and staff gather together at the Kiva on Sunday evening, everyone will share together in songs, skits and tradi ons with a few serious moments mixed in as well. The Order of the Arrow provides a great Campfire Wednesday night for all campers. The closing campfire led by the elected Camp SPL and performed by the Scouts on Friday night, is the high point of the week. SKIT AND SONG STANDARDS The Pikes Peak Council and the Boy Scouts of America believe that Scou ng is a character building organiza on, and that this concept should permeate our program at all levels, including skits and songs. 1. All acts (skits, songs, run ons, etc.) must be screened by the unit leader and the person in charge of the event (campfire or song) prior to performance in front of a group. 2. Campfire programs are the place where the posi ve example is set. 3. No toilet humor 4. No embarrassing an audience member without their prior knowledge and agreement to par cipate. 5. No racial put downs, making fun of mental or physical abili es, religious groups, and others. 6. No portrayal of violent behavior. 7. Avoid anything that is not in keeping with the ideals of the Boy Scouts. 8. No performances with sexual overtones. CAMP WIDE CONSERVATION PROJECTS Camp Alexander is always in need of service projects every week! If your unit is interested in doing a project, please talk to our Camp Ranger Tom Hopkins at the Scoutmaster SPL mee ng Sunday night. THEODORE ROOSEVELT CONSERVATION AWARD This award, unique to Camp Alexander, is designed to promote conserva on and to encourage Scouts to appreciate Mother Nature. A patch is available for each scout that earns this award. To earn the Theodore Roosevelt Conserva on Award, campers must do all of the following during their week at camp: 1. Par cipate in one of the Blue Mountain Hikes 2. Take part in a Nature sponsored conserva on project or troop sponsored conserva on project. 3. Earn 1 merit badge from the Nature area, Fly Fishing, or Fishing Merit Badges.

35 35 The pebble patch program is design assist scouts in par cipa ng in other ac vi es at camp besides their normal merit badges. These are a few of the pebbles scouts can earn.

36 ORDER OF THE ARROW 36 The Order of the Arrow is Scou ng s Honor Society and is chartered by the Boy Scouts of America. Its purpose is to recognize those Scouts who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and by such recogni on cause others to conduct themselves in such a manner as to warrant similar recogni on. Wednesday is Order of the Arrow day in camp with ceremonies and fellowship. The day will conclude with the OA campfire led by our Camp Staff. All Scouts and Scouters are welcome and encouraged to a end. Any Scoutmaster from a Troop outside Pikes Peak Council, wishing to have Scouts or Scouters called out into the Order of the Arrow by Ha Kin Skay A Ki Lodge camp staff members must provide a le er from their home lodge iden fying the names of those Scouts who have been elected by their fellow Scouts and the names of the Scouters who have been approved for membership. This signed le er from the Lodge Adviser or Chief authorizing our Lodge to call out their members must be presented to the OA Camp Chief on Sunday so the Scout and adult candidates may be called out. Ha Kin Skay A Ki Lodge NOT to hold elec ons at Camp Alexander for any Troop. THE CAMP DIRECTORS AWARD The Camp Directors Award will give each troop the opportunity to select one boy as their Top Camper for the week. This award should go to the Scout who has displayed the most Scou ng Spirit during the week, living up to and demonstra ng the ideals of Scou ng. This award is presented to the Scout at the end of the closing campfire by the Camp Director. ADVANCEMENT RECOGNITION The First Class Center Director will present a cer ficate at the Friday closing assembly, to each Scout that has advanced a rank while at camp. Please be sure that the scout has completed all the requirements for the rank before recognizing him. If a scout advanced several ranks his top rank will be recognized. SENIOR PATROL LEADER COUNCIL The SPL from each troop will make up the Camp Senior Patrol Leader Council for the camp. This group will be working to coordinate the camp wide ac vi es as well as the Friday night Family Campfire. They will also elect the Camp Senior Patrol Leader. SPL s will meet with the Program Director a er morning assembly at breakfast Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. It is very important that each SPL a ends these mee ngs as we disseminate all informa on through them using the Patrol Method.

37 37 THEME DAYS Get your en re troop involved with these fun theme days! Monday Crazy Sock Day wear your favorite crazy sock! Tuesday Crazy Hat Day Wear a crazy hat! Wednesday OA Day wear your OA sash with full field uniform Thursday Camp T Shirt Day wear your favorite Camp Alexander t shirt Friday Floral Fridays wear your favorite floral shirt FLAG CEREMONIES Camp wide flag ceremonies are held twice a day. Announcements and awards will be presented at these mes. Please make sure that your en re unit is present during these assemblies. It is a tradi on at Camp Alexander that everyone in camp a ends dinner and the evening flag ceremony in full Field Uniform. We are also very happy to recognize birthdays at these ceremonies. Out of state troops are encouraged to bring their state flag for display in the campsite or parade ground. TROOP PHOTOS Please plan to arrive in full field uniform (Class A). During the check in process, your guide will take you to our photo spot and snap a great 8x10 for your Scouts parents back home. Photo orders must be placed on Sunday so that they can arrive before the end of your stay. Photos are $8 per picture.

38 38 TUESDAY NIGHT CARNIVAL & ADULT LEADER STEAK DINNER On Tuesday night the Camp Alexander staff will be having a carnival for all scouts in the parade grounds. Burgers, ice cream, snow cones, and popcorn will be served along with music and games! That same night while the scouts are enjoying the party, scoutmasters and adult leaders will be a ending the scoutmaster steak dinner! A 12oz steak with Caesar salad, baked potato, corn on the cob, and strawberry short cake will be served to all adults. Pikes Peak Council s Scout Execu ve, Jim Machamer, will join the evening to share new and exci ng details about camp and also ask for feedback on the leader s Camp A experience. Every adult leader a ending camp is invited to this dinner. Please remember that this dinner is for only those adults who are a ending Camp Alexander as an adult leader for the en re week. FLAG RETIREMENT CEREMONY We collect flags to be re red from the community year round and this allows us to present your troop with an opportunity to conduct a flag re rement ceremony in your site during your troop me. You do not need to sign up for this program; just stop ask your Troop Guide for a flag for re rement. This ac vity may be restricted due to local fire bans. FAMILY NIGHT One of the highlights at Camp Alexander is Friday Family Night. Friends and family are welcome to join in the fun and spirit on Friday a ernoon as the Scouts par cipate in camp wide events. At 5:15 PM the camp will have its final assembly, with Scouts dressed in full field uniform. Awards and rank recogni ons will be presented at this me. Be sure to have cameras ready to capture the great moments. Friday evening meal ckets are sold at the Business Office and must be purchased prior to dining. There is no charge for the Scouts and leaders in a endance at camp during the week as the cost is already included in the camp fee. The closing campfire, performed by the Scouts, will begin at approximately 7:45 PM and should conclude by 9:30 PM. Guests will be required to park in the lower lot and make the 10 minute walk to the main camp. Any parents wishing to pick up their child and leave a er the campfire MUST check out through the Scoutmaster and the camp office. Campers will only be released by the Scoutmaster to their parent/guardian or to a pre approved person that is specified in wri ng by the parent or guardian. Thank you for not bringing the family pets to camp pets are NOT welcome! Parents and friends bringing their own evening meal to camp are asked not to eat in the dining hall due to space limita ons.

39 39 Care Packages Care Packages are a great way to surprise your scout while they are at Camp Alexander! We even have packages for adult leaders at camp! Care Packages will be available in April. If any of the items listed are out of stock by the me your scout arrives, we will supplement it with another Camp A item. You can go to pikespeakbsa.org to order a package. Camp A Epic Package $50 Includes Camp A hat, Camp A t shirt, Camp A Sunglasses, Camp A buff, Camp A wristband, bumper s cker, branding mug Birthday Package $30 Includes branding mug, box of Li le Debbie Cakes, Camp A hat, Camp A buff, Camp A wristband, bumper s cker, card signed by Camp A staff. Survival Package $40 Includes pocketknife, water bo le, knife sharpener, Camp A wristband, bumper s cker, 5 paracord Scoutmaster Package $30 Includes branding mug, Camp A hat, chap s ck, sunblock, package of beef jerky

40 40 MEDICATION TIMES The Camp s medical staff will make medica ons available at the following mes: 7:00 7:45 AM Monday Friday 8:00 8:45 AM a er flags Monday Friday 12:00 1:30 PM Monday Friday 4:15 5:15 PM Sunday Friday 6:00 10:00 PM Sunday Friday Special arrangements must be made with medical personnel to receive medica ons and herbal supplements at any me other than the mes listed above. CPAP s: for adults or youth needing a CPAP machine while sleeping will need to have a machine that runs on ba eries. There is no electricity in campsites to power CPAP machines. We do have recharging loca ons located on property. EMERGENCY CARE Emergencies will be handled by local Emergency Medical Staff. Camp Alexander prides itself in having staff volunteer with the local Fire Department streamlining emergency response. With serious injuries or situa ons we require an adult and the injured party to come to the Health Lodge if possible for medical treatment. If they cannot come or it is not safe the medical team will come to you using our Emergency transporta on. The following procedures are used: Parents or guardians will be no fied by the a ending medical staff or Scout leader of any serious illness or injury as soon as prac cal. If parents/guardians will not be at home during the week of camp, the camp needs to know how to reach them. Please indicate contact methods on the Camp Medical Form. In the event the parents or guardians are unavailable, the unit leader will be asked to make decisions in their place. It is the responsibility of the unit leadership to provide transporta on for a unit member requiring non emergency medical services away from camp. It is highly recommended that Units arriving by motor coach bring one vehicle to camp in case of a Unit emergency. If flying, we recommend you have at least one rented vehicle. Two adult leaders will accompany the Scout or leader requiring non emergency medical services. The leaders must obtain a copy of the Scout s medical form from the Health Lodge before leaving camp (the original form will stay in camp) and sign out at the Business Office. Adult leaders from another troop or a commissioner may be used to provide the necessary two deep leadership. Please remember the twodeep leadership requirement must also be met in the campsite. Direc ons to medical facili es will be provided at the Health Lodge. In the event of serious medical emergency care, pa ent care will be handled by local emergency medical services. Obtaining emergency transporta on will be the responsibility of the Camp Medical Staff and Camp Director (ambulance or helicopter). The associated cost will be the responsibility of the injured party.

41 YOUTH PROTECTION 41 In order to ensure safety the Boy Scout Na onal Camping Standards requires, all campers, adult & youth, a ending Camp Alexander will wear wristbands. This will help in the iden fica on of any unauthorized persons entering the camp property. It is the responsibility of the Troop Scoutmaster to let visi ng parents know they must sign in at the business office when visi ng camp and get a visitors tag. The wristband also serves as your meal cket for the week. Staff who are in a designated staff uniform all day do not wear a wristband but are iden fied by their staff uniform. It is the responsibility of all adult campers and staff to no fy the camp office if someone is no ced on Camp property not wearing a Visitor tag, does not have a wristband on, or is not in staff uniform. TROOP GUIDES Troop Guides are assigned to each unit at camp. These excep onal Staff members are there to support your unit in making you feel at home while at camp. Troop guides will meet your unit in the parking lot at checkin and be a liaison during your me at camp. Like the Camp Commissioners please use them as they are one of your most valuable resources at Camp. ADULT LEADER & SPL HIP POCKET HANDBOOK At the Leaders Mee ng on Sunday evening, each Adult Leader and SPL will receive a HANDBOOK for their use while at Camp. It includes a wealth of informa on from Campsite Duty Assignments to the week s schedule of ac vi es. Please use this resource to execute your planning process at camp. VISITORS All visitors must check in and out with the Business Office when arriving and leaving camp. There are no facili es or camping areas available at Camp Alexander for visitors or family members to stay. RVs or travel trailers are permi ed for daily visits but not overnight accommoda ons. CAMP ALEXANDER ADULT REQUIREMENTS LENGTH OF STAY CATEGORY REGISTERED BSA MEMEBER BSA MEDICAL FORM FEE ADULT LEADER FORM YPT TRAINED LESS THAN 8 HOURS VISITORS NO NO MEALS NO NO GREATER THAN 8 HOURS INCLUDING OVERNIGHT OVERNIGHT REGISTERED ADULT YES YES $55/NIGHT YES YES

42 INDIVIDUAL VISITOR MEALS 42 Visitors may purchase individual meals at the Camp Office. Breakfast $6 Lunch $7.00 Dinner $7.00 Family Night Dinner $7.00 for 7+ years and $5.00 for under 7 CAMPSITE EQUIPMENT RESOURCES Camp Alexander s 16 campsites come in all different shapes and sizes and are annually updated and improved. Noted below is a basic campsite inventory that your unit can expect upon its arrival. Tents per campsite maximum (3 scouts or 2 adults per tent. Tents are 8 deep x12. wide) Carport Garden Hose Running Water Picnic Table (numbers vary depending on capacity of site) Flagpole Latrine Hand Wash Sta on Rake, Shovel, & Broom Campsites have no electricity. Campers are NOT allowed to run extension cords from nearby facili es with electricity. Fires are only allowed in the already established fire rings of the campsite. Building of fire rings is not allowed. CLEAN CAMPSITE You will be expected to keep your campsite, latrine, and showers clean. If you have problems (leaky pipes, need supplies, etc.) please report to the Commissioner/Ranger or business office. Campsites inspected by Troop guide.

43 43 Camp Alexander Campsite Sizes Campsite Campsite Maximum Number of Carport/ (Youth) Tents Tables Anasazi /2 Apache /4 Arapahoe /6 Cherokee /6 Cheyenne /4 Comanche /4 Crow /4 Kiowa /2 Lakota /2 Navajo /6 Ogallala /6 Osage /4 Pawnee /2 Shawnee /4 Sioux /6 Ute /4 If your unit is planning having more than the listed maximum number of youth and have not already made plans with Cameron Ackley (Council Program Director), please contact Cameron at cameron.ackley@scou ng.org or at to make arrangements.

44 Damage to Equipment & Facili es 44 All campsites and camp owned equipment used by a unit will be inspected before the unit checks in and when the unit checks out. Any damages that occur will be assessed by the Camp Director and must be paid for, or arrangements made to pay, before the unit leaves camp. Damage could includes but not limited to breaking or losing equipment, defacing tables, latrines and buildings, and cu ng or tearing canvas. Please report pre exis ng damage immediately! Contact the Camp Director (or designee) by noon of your first full day at camp to report pre exis ng damage or issues. Each Scout and Unit is responsible for taking care of camp equipment that has been assigned for their use. In case of damage to this equipment, the individual or unit is responsible for payment or repairs or replacement. No aerosol cans are allowed in tents, as they remove the waterproofing of the tents. The es mated charges for misuse of equipment are as follows: Cots: Canvas Replacement (rips, cuts, wri ng on canvas) $50.00 Cot Replacement (When canvas & frame are damaged) $75.00 End Board Replacement (Each) $15.00 Leg or Side Board Replacement (Each) $18.00 Tents & Patrol Fly: Rips, Cuts, and Tears (per inch) $5.00 Wri ng on Canvas (per panel) / or small burn holes $20.00 If waterproofing is destroyed the cost is determined by the individual case. Cut or missing ebacks (woven straps each) $15.00 Total Wall Tent Replacement $ Total Patrol Fly Replacement $ Uprights Wooden type (each) $25.00 Ridge Poles Wooden type $35.00 Tent Frames Metal pipe (Per damaged sec on/joint) $35.00 Tent Pla orms: New board replacement the cost is determined by the individual case Replace En re Pla orm (Permanent type) $ Dutch Ovens: Replacement Cost (significant damage or lost) $65.00 Re seasoning/cleaning $20.00 Picnic Tables: Replacement Cost (Metal 2 leg per set) $ Replacement Cost (Per board) $20.00 Chef Kit: Replacement (significant damage or lost) $35.00 Chef Kit Item Replacement (per item) $5.00 Remember, this is your camp and equipment. Please protect and preserve it!

45 45 RENTAL COTS There are NO cots or sleeping pads provided in your campsite. However cots can be rented prior to your arrival and used during the week. Your selected number of cots will be delivered to your campsite on Sunday and picked up Saturday before your departure. We have a limited number available, and we rent on a first come first serve basis. The cost is $25.00 per cot. Reserva on can be made online prior to camp. Payment is required prior to your unit arrival. Your Troop Guide will inspect them a er use for damages. QUARTERMASER The camp quartermaster is available for your supply request or troop me ac vity boxes. The quartermaster loca on is on the first floor of Elks Lodge, last door to the west. This staff member is a great resource for your unit if you need supplies such as axe s, tent repair kit, shovels, stoves, patrol boxes, and more. CHECK OUT All units are required to check out and depart camp by 9:00AM Saturday. Please have all drivers arrive no later than 8:15AM in the lower parking lot as camp does not have accommoda ons a er 9:00AM. EARLY CHECKOUT Units wishing to check out Friday must do so between 1:15 PM and 4:00 PM. The program on Friday is our first priority and thus we do not permit vehicle use un l a er 8:00 PM. Camp staff can assist with trucks for gear a er 3:00PM. All gear must be loaded in vehicles and parked at the lower parking lot if units are depar ng a er campfire. Units are asked NOT to return to their campsites once checked out by a staff member but are encouraged to par cipate in the Friday Family Night Dinner, the closing ceremonies, and campfire. PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PERSON Handicap campsites are available for physically challenged persons at Camp Alexander. Please contact the Cameron Ackley at prior to your arrival regarding the availability of facili es and any special needs. It is our inten on to do everything possible (within our ability) to assist those wan ng to a end camp.

46 46 ELKS LODGE DINING HALL Meals will be served cafeteria style in the Upper Elks Lodge Dining Hall. Units will be dismissed from the porch by the Camp Staff. It is our goal to vary the rota on selec on for who is first for each meal. Peanut bu er and Jelly will be available at every meal for those that need more. At most meals, seconds will be called a er a short delay from the me the last person was served. Please be respec ul and responsible when lining up for seconds. We never expect anyone to go hungry at camp! TRADING POST Camp Alexander s Trading Post is a store where every camper can find special program items, mementos or gi s. Located adjacent to Handicra, the fully stocked Trading Post carries cra, apparel and food items. The Trading Post will be open briefly Saturday morning for last minute memorabilia. Experience has shown us that campers should bring $80 $100 for t shirts, gear and snacks. Camp Alexander logos and designs are intended solely for Camp Alexander use. Please do not copy or use logos or designs on any personal, unit clothing, or equipment. CELL PHONE / INTERNET SERVICES Camp Alexander is located in a valley surrounded by mountains. Cell phone coverage is very limited in our area; please do not rely on personal cell phones during your stay. We have limited wireless internet service available for use by adult leaders only. You must have your own computer or cell phone.

47 47 Evening Ac vi es Evening Ac vi es are available Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings. These ac vi es are first come first serve so be sure to line up for the ac vity you want to do most. Each sec on will be conduc ng a safety talk from 6:30 6:45. You must a end the safety talk to do the ac vity. If you a ended during MB Class, you do not need to a end once again. Safety Talks: Rifle, Archery, Shotgun, Rock Climbing, Mountain Boarding, Biking SOME AREAS MAY REQUIRE SIGN UP DURING THE WEEK PRIOR TO THE EVENT. Program Area Ac vity Day Archery Open Shoot M,W, Thur Shoo ng Sports Spor ng Arrows M,W, Thur Biking Bike Ride M,W, Thur Lake Kayaking M,W, Thur Lake Canoeing M,W, Thur Lake Rowing M,W, Thur Hike & Bike Mtn Boarding M,W, Thur Pool Swimming M,W, Thur Rifle Range Open Shoot M,W, Thur The Rock Rappelling M,W, Thur The Rock Climbing M,W, Thur Shotgun Open shoot M,W Shotgun Leaders Shoot Thurs

48 Camp Site Du es Elks Lodge Area Empty all trash cans outside on Elk s porch and replace liners between 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM 2. Sweep upstairs and downstairs porch areas. (see Quartermaster for supplies) Male Shower Rooms 1. Clean both youth and adult male shower rooms 2. Cleaning to be conducted opposite your meal se ng, the showers must remain open for use during cleaning. 3. Pick up and empty trash Wooten Center 1. Sweep inside between 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM 2. Empty trash cans and replace liners 3. Wet mop en re floor 4. Police exterior of the building for trash Area Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Morning Flag & Prayer Evening Flag & Prayer Thought of the Day Male Sower Rooms AM Male Shower Rooms PM Staff Shawnee Ogallala Crow Kiowa Cherokee Arapaho Lakota Navajo Sioux Anasazi Cheyenne Apache Ute Navajo Cheyenne Apache Shawnee Ogallala Comanche Arapaho Cherokee Ute Sioux Lakota/ Anasazi Kiva Cheyenne Arapahoe Elks Lodge Osage Comanche Navajo Pawnee Ogallala Wooten Center Crow Ute Sioux Kiowa Cherokee

49 Serving Meals and Dining Hall Du es Report to the Dining Hall 15 minutes prior to start of a meal Scouts and 2 adults will serve food and monitor trash. 3. Other scouts in the troop may eat during first sea ng and then switch for second sea ng. You will be serving both sea ng's. 4. Servers are required to wash hands and put on gloves before serving. 5. Under direc on of the dining staff, remain a er meal to clean up the Dining Hall. 6. Changes will be made if your unit will be gone for one of the meal sea ng's. Meal Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Breakfast Comanche Sioux Cherokee Apache/ Kiowa Ogallala Lunch Shawnee Osage/ Lakota Pawnee/ Anasazi Cheyenne Navajo Dinner Ute None Crow Arapaho Staff Appendix: See a ached forms and resources Camp A Map Leader Reference Forms Emergency Contact Medica on Form Dietary Needs ATV Hold Harmless Echo Canyon Ra ing Release Form White Water Ra ing Roster Photo Order Form Swim Test

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57 57 TROOP PHOTO ORDER FORM Unit # Week # This form must be turned in by Monday the week you arrive by 11:00 AM to receive printed photos prior to your units departure. Any order received a er the listed me and date will be mailed to the address on the form and an addi onal $5.00 per order will accrue. 8 X 10 PHOTO $8.00 Number of photos: X $8.000 = Total amount: $ If ordered by Monday before 11:00 AM, photos will be available for pick up when your unit checks out. List address below in the event of photos needing to be mailed: Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code:

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60 60 Camp Alexander Refund Form LAST DAY TO SUBMIT A REFUND REQUEST IS July 27th, 2019 In the event of a scout or an adult not able to a end camp, you may be eligible for a refund. This form must be filled out for each par cipant reques ng a refund. Name of Scout or Adult (First & Last): Unit Number: Pikes Peak Council provides refunds only for the circumstances listed below. Please check which situa on applies to you. Unable to a end due to medical reasons: Unable to a end due to death in the family: Unable to a end due to military deployment: IF YOU SELECTED MEDICAL REASONS, A DOCTOR S NOTE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THIS FORM. If this refund form is submi ed prior to May 9th at 5:00 PM MDT, $35 will be kept of the fees paid for summer camp registra on. If this refund form is submi ed a er May 8th :00 PM MDT, a minimum of $75 will be kept of the fees paid for summer camp registra on only. Fees paid for Merit Badges and/or ra ing will NOT be refunded. A check for the refund will be sent in August/September of Please provide mailing informa on below so a check can be sent to you per approval of the refund. Check will be made out to: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Please send form to Cameron.Ackley@scou ng.org with the subject line Summer Camp Refund Request For any ques ons regarding a refund, contact Cameron Ackley by e mail at Cameron.ackley@scou ng.org or by phone at

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63 63 Merit Badge Request Form This form is to be turned into your scoutmaster on May 1st. Your scout master will be the one registering your scout for merit badges. List the merit badge your scout would like to take in accordance to the Merit Badge Schedule. If your scout chooses a handicra merit badge, you must select 2 merit badges for that me slot. If you scout selects a merit badge that is a double session, list the merit badge in the me slots it corresponds to. Handicra 9:00 AM Double Session 9:00 AM 10:15 AM Example Example 1st choice Woodcarving 1st choice Climbing Climbing Scouts Name: 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 1:30 PM 3:00 PM 1st choice 2nd choice 3rd choice 4th choice

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