Denali High Adventure Scout Base Parent and Leader Guide

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1 Denali High Adventure Scout Base Parent and Leader Guide Summer 2017

2 2 Welcome to Denali High Adventure Base, After a successful 2013 charter year; Denali High Adventure Scout Base is now celebrating its 5th summer. We are looking to be an even better summer for Alaskan Scouts attending DHASB because they will have so many opportunities to get outside and have fun. The Council has completed over $2.1 million in new construction since and renovation in the Council properties since The realignment project to eliminate the 20% plus grade in the access road leading into camp is underway and should be completed by the start of camp. All of these improvements have helped create a better experience for Scouts and leaders attending camp The 2017 Leaders Guide was designed to provide early information so Scouts and their families along with the unit leaders can start making informed decisions about attending camp. While the guide does not cover all the topics, it does provide you with the important and known information at this time. As plans continue to develop, they will be posted on the Council website (scoutingalaska.org) and etrail Talk. It is our goal to support the aims and methods of Scouting at all of our camps to help Alaska s youth be physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. Working at summer camp is also a great way for a Scout to spend his summer and the camps are always looking for good people. If you have a question about employment or anything else about camp please feel free to contact me. See you at camp! Alex Bozman Camp Director

3 Table of Contents Denali High Adventure Scout Base 5 Camp Fee Structure Camp Fees Schedule 6 Camp Dates 6 Leader Fees 6 Refund Policy 7 Campership information 7 Friends of Scouting Discount 7 Provisional Scouts 7 Council Camp Rules and Regulations 8-10 Prohibited Activities 8 Vehicle Policy 8 Tobacco 8 Immunizations 8 Health and Safety 8 Registration/Insurance 9 Medical Forms 9 Prescriptions & Medications 9 Footwear 9 Emergency Procedures 9 Restricted Areas 9 Valuables 9 Lost and Found 9 Pets & Animals 9 Leaving Camp 9 Statement of Nondiscrimination 9 Marijuana Policy 9 Bicycle Safety Rules 10 Garbage and Food in Campsites 10 Campsite Inspections 10 Unit Leadership 10 Responsibilities of a Leader in Camp 10 Parents and Visitors 10 Bear Training 10 Buddy System 10 Cell Phone Usage 10 Chain Saw Policy 10 Preferred Payment Method 10 Denali High Adventure Scout Base 11 Camp Dates 11 Camp Location & Address 11 Camp Facilities 11 Quiet Hours 11 Gear Shelter 11 Cooking 11 Bring Bike/Helmet 11 Checking-In and Out-of-Camp 12 Arrival Schedule 12 Early Arrivals 12 Daily Schedule 12 Check Out 12 Monday Start Schedule 12 Denali High Adventure Base Program 14 Senior Patrol Leader 14 Uniforms 14 3

4 Table of Contents Camp Staff 14 Swim Test 14 Evening Activities 14 Family Night 14 Trading Post 14 George s Explorer s (1st Year Camper Program) 14 Merit Badge Signup 14 Merit Badge Age Requirement 15 Guest Merit Badge Counselor 15 Leave No Trace Trainer Course 15 Pre-Camp Meeting 15 DHASB Button Patch 15 The Sage Cabins 15 Open House Tours 15 Cooking Meals at DHASB 16 Denali s Forge Program 16 Denali s 2017 Trek Program 16 Merit Badge, Activities, and Training Nanuk Lodge Order of the Arrow Program 20 Explorer s Club 21 For Adults 22 Personal, Patrol, Troop Gear List 23 Bear Aware 24 4

5 5 Denali High Adventure Scout Base DHASB is the newest camp property of the Great Alaska Council. This 2,000 acre camp is located at mile 133 on the Parks Highway offering long term camping (6 nights) to Boy Scouts from Great Alaska Council as well as other visiting Councils. It is one of three traditional resident camps operated by the Council. Denali High Adventure Scout Base Mission Statement: Delivering Alaskan wilderness education and adventures while encouraging, physical, mental and moral growth and stewardship. Denali High Adventure Scout Base Vision Statement: Develop a world class destination for Scouts and visitors to experience Alaska s unique, vast and remote wilderness. Educate all campers through fun, safe and responsible programs in outdoor ethics, high adventure skills, bear safety and steward-ship using year around activities. Help them come to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of Scouting and its values using the outdoor and life skills experienced in the natural wonder of our Denali High Adventure Scout Base. Desired outcomes for Scouts attending DHASB include but not limited to: Stronger personal values and character Continued desire to learn Social Adeptness Positive sense of self-worth and usefulness The program at DHASB has been designed to deliver an experience. One of the successful outcomes of that experience are merit badges, activity awards, and other recognition that a Scout may have earned. Stated another way, emphasis is on the program experience, merit badges recognize the successful completion of that experience. Our Camp operates 2 weeks during the summer and Scouts sleep in unit provided tents and meals are provided Jamboree style. We offer a variety of programs, which include an expanded shooting sports, an advanced aquatics program, merit badges and, of course, a well stocked Trading Post. The following information will help serve as a guide for your Troop to have a wonderful Summer Camp Experience. Camping is the great outdoor adventure of Scouting. The most crucial element of camping is that each Scout should have the opportunity that the Boy Scout Handbook promises. In addition to our Summer Camp Program, the camp is the center for training adult leaders in the Boy Scout program.

6 Camp Fees Camp Dates Type Base Fee Early Discount FOS Discount Gorsuch (Boy Scouts) June (Monday Start) Youth $415 $75 $62 $45 June 25-July 1 Adult $200 $15 $30 $20 Late Fee Gorsuch July 5-8 (the 7th is the Youth $165 $30 $25 $30 LDS 11 year old camp overnight) Adult $65 $15 $10 $20 Eagle River (Boy July Youth $415 $75 $62 $45 Scouts) Adult $200 $15 $30 $20 Denali High Adventure July (Monday Start) Youth $430 $60 $65 $60 (Boy Scouts) July Adult $205 $20 $31 $35 Important Camp Dates Registration opens; $25/person deposit December 21, % of base fees due to qualify for early discount.. Early discount February 28, 2017 period ends. Deadline for Friends of Scouting camp discount March 1, 2017 Balance due. Any registrations with unpaid balances will be April 30, 2017 assessed the late fee starting May 1. All fees must be paid to register your Scouts for merit badges. Merit Badge sign-ups begin for units that have paid 100% of their May 1, 2017 Camp fees. Webelos Crossovers and new Scouts that join your unit will get the unit s best price! How do we apply? Registration begins on December 21, 2016 and is done online at (click on the Camps menu on the left side of the page). The deposit is $25 for each person. The deposit is non-refundable but will be applied to the overall balance. New Scouts/ Webelos Crossovers get the best price no matter when they sign up. Call the Council Service Center to ensure the correct pricing. Details: Once camp has reached capacity, units will no longer be able to register. Units that bring large numbers to camp will have priority when assigned a campsite. Smaller units may have to share a campsite with another unit. Please note the February 28 th deatline to qualify for the early discount and the April 30 th deadline for payment in full. On May 20, 2017, the online registration process will be shut down. To make a registration at that time contact the Scout Office. Leaders Fees: Each unit is allowed two leaders at $60 each when registering with the exception of LDS 11 year old camp and Denali High Adventure Scout Base. See the above table for additional leader fees

7 Camperships (Great Alaska Council Scouts only): A limited number of camperships are available to help youth in need of financial assistance. See for the Campership application. Camperships can be turned in anytime and will be announced periodically (once a month minimum). Camper-ships are not transferable and have no cash value. Friends of Scouting Discount (Great Alaska Council Units only): If a unit reaches its Friends of Scouting goal it will receive a 15% discount on camp. Goals must be met by March 1, Speak with your District Executive for more information. Refund Policy: No refund will be given if someone: fails to attend camp; is sent home for disciplinary action; is sent home for inattention to safe Scouting standards; chooses to leave camp early. Refunds for extenuating* circumstances must be requested in writing to the Great Alaska Council Service Center and received no later than one week following the scheduled week of camp. Cancellation fees will apply after May 1, Refund Schedule 7 Requested by May 1, 2017 will receive 100% of fees paid Requested by May 15, 2017 will receive 75% of fees paid Requested between, May 16-31, 2017 will receive 50% of fees paid No refunds after June 1 and refund requests are processed AFTER camp is concluded. *Extenuating circumstances include but are not limited to: medical in nature, major disruptions in the family life like death of a family member or divorce. Extenuating circum-stances does not include sports related activities including tournaments or sport camps or family vacations. Provisional Scouts: While the preferred method for a Scout to attend camp is with a troop, there are times that is not possible for them to do so. Scouts can attend as an individual known as a provisional Scout. Provisional Scouts will either be assigned to a host troop or provisional troop made up of other provisional Scouts with camp staff serving as troop leaders. There is $60 additional increase in fees for a Scout to attend camp using this method. For additional information please call the Council Service Center at

8 Camp Rules and Regulations 8 It is the goal of the Great Alaska Council to provide a safe, quality program to the youth in our community. These policies are in effect for all Great Alaska Council camp properties. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES: The following activities are forbidden without the express written consent of the Scout Executive or the Council Property Manager/Ranger. Hunting - Snow machines - All Terrain Vehicles The following activities are forbidden at all times and violators will be immediately escorted off camp property. 1. Starting fires with gasoline, oil, diesel fuel, lighter fluid, propane, etc. 2. Starting fires outside of designated areas. No flames in tents or cabins! This includes lit mosquito coils. Battery-powered light is the only acceptable light allowed in tents or cabins. Each site will keep a fire bucket (bucket provided) filled and ready. 3. Towing passengers on sleds, wagons, or any other conveyance not intended for such use. 4. Use of firearms (including air guns, slingshots, BB guns, or pellet guns) in any area other than the rifle/shotgun ranges at any time when authorized user groups are present in camp. No other firearms or ammunition will be permitted at camp. No personal firearms allowed in camp. 5.Use of Fireworks 6. Drug and alcohol laws will be strictly enforced according to the laws of the state of Alaska. Absolutely no Alcohol or illegal Drugs will be allowed on camp property. The Scout Executive, Assistant Scout Executive, Director of Support Services, District Executives, Camp Director, and Camp Ranger may, at their sole discretion, direct individuals or groups to leave camp property for other serious misconduct not covered in this document. Vehicle Policy The speed limit on all camp roads is 5 miles per hour. Parking is limited so we encourage units to carpool whenever possible. It is the policy of the National Council, Boy Scouts of America that: Seat belts are required for all occupants in vehicles. The driver must be currently licensed and at least 18 years of age. The beds of trucks or trailers must never be used for carrying passengers. The Council has a zero tolerance for violations of this policy. Anyone seen violating the letter or intent of this policy will be immediately removed from camp. The Camp Director and Ranger do not have any discretion in this matter and will notify the Scout Executive when such action has been completed. Vehicles are not allowed outside the designated parking areas except during check-in and checkout periods and then only one per campsite. Trailers not blocking the road may remain near the campsite. Special consideration will be given to units with disabled Scouts or leaders that require a vehicle near their campsite. Tobacco Adult leaders should not use tobacco products around young people. Persons under 19 are not permitted to use tobacco products in the state of Alaska. Smoking is strictly forbidden in all camp buildings and tents. If you feel you must use tobacco ask the Camp Director where the designated smoking area is. Immunizations All attendees are required to have adequate immunizations. Immunizations must meet the State of Alaska school attendance requirements; thus, many teenagers are already protected against preventable diseases such as measles, mumps and rubella. Those listed on the medical form must be obtained prior to attending camp. Health and Safety All precautions for the safety of the Scouts will be taken. The first aid lodge is available with a qualified Health Officer on duty 24 hours a day. In addition, Great Alaska Council camps have agreements with local physicians and hospitals in the event that additional medical treatment is deemed necessary. In the case of non-life threatening injury, the unit leader will be asked to provide transportation to the hospital or elsewhere as directed. Emergency services will be called in the case of accidents or illness of a more critical nature. Scouts and leaders that are a danger to themselves and others will be asked to leave camp.

9 Camp Rules and Regulations 9 Registration/Insurance In accordance with National policy, every Scout and Scouter that attends summer camp must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America and adults need to be youth protection trained. The Great Alaska Council provides accident and illness insurance for all registered members of the Great Council. Scout troops from outside the Council must provide certification of troop and/or Council accident and illness coverage. Scouts and leaders that are a danger to themselves and others will be asked to leave camp. Medical Forms All Scouts and adults must have completed the Annual Health and Medical Record with Parts A, B, & C completed within the last 12 months when attending camp for more than 72 consecutive hours. Parts A and B need to be completed when attending camp for less than 72 consecutive hours. Medical forms are available online at If a Scout or Scouter arrives to camp without an Annual Health & Medical Record form, it is the Scout or Scouter s responsibility to obtain the physical examination and complete the form before being allowed to participate in the camp s program. All adults and Scouts will go through medical checks during check-in prior to participating in the swim test. Prescription Medications The Health Officer is required to be informed of all prescription medications brought to camp by Scouts and Leaders. Medications are distributed one of two ways. The Health Officer will keep all medications at the Health Office in a locked cabinet and distribute them at meal times. Or if you choose to keep your prescription drugs in your campsite you must bring a lockable container to keep them in your campsite. You will also need to log the medication each time it is distributed. The log and lockable container must be available for the Camp Director or Health Officer to review at any time. Footwear No bare feet. Scouts will need sturdy shoes for hiking and spare shoes in case their shoes get wet. Emergency Procedures Emergency procedures will be posted on camp bulletin boards and in all campsites. As a general rule, Scouts and Leaders hearing air horns must report immediately to the camp muster point without delay. Leaders must make their Scouts aware of this policy. Restricted Areas Scouts are restricted from the staff areas at all times. Campsites of other units are off limits and should not be visited or passed through without permission. No raids allowed!! No refunds will be given to anyone removed from camp for raids or any other disciplinary problem. Valuables Participants should not bring valuables to camp as there are no provisions for securing them (i.e. lockers). Lost and Found Items lost at camp may be claimed in the camp office. All other items may be found at the camps lost and found area. All unclaimed items will then be donated to charity 14 days after camp ends. The Great Alaska Council is not responsible for personal items that are lost, stolen, or broken at camp. Any equipment or camp property damaged by the unit will be replaced by the unit (other than normal wear and tear). Pets/ Animals No pets of any kind may be brought into camp. Wild animals are not to be fed, teased, or captured. Leaving Camp No one, Scout or Leader, is to leave camp without first checking out at the Camp Office. This is for everyone's safety during a camp wide emergency. Persons leaving camp must also check in upon returning to camp. Leaders needing to send Scouts home during the week need to report it to the Camp Director. Statement of Non-Discrimination No person will, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, gender, or handicap be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity of the Great Alaska Council, Boy Scouts of America. Marijuana It is unacceptable for anyone to use or be under the influence of marijuana and related products at or during any Scouting activity.

10 Camp Rules and Regulations 10 Bicycle Safety Rules Campers, Adult Leaders, and Staff may use bicycles in camp. There will be a mandatory safety meeting for anyone wishing to use a bike in camp. Please observe the following rules: 1. Properly fitted helmets are required. 2. The camp speed limit is 5 miles per hour. 3. The bicycle must be in good repair and should be inspected before use. 4. Bicycles are only allowed on the road system. Bicycle privileges may be revoked for failure to abide by guidelines set forth in this meeting. Garbage & Food in Campsites Each unit is responsible for disposing of their garbage in their campsites daily. All foods and smellables must be in the bear boxes provided in the campsites. In compliance with Department of Health regulations and the National Standards of the Boy Scouts of America, the storage of perishable foods in campsites is not allowed. This includes all dairy products and meat. Campsite Inspections Campsites and cabins will be inspected daily to ensure the health and safety of all campers. A clean cabin and campsite is, of course, important to all Scouts, and helps to keep our camp free of wildlife. Unit Leadership Each unit must have two registered adult leaders with Youth Protection Training, in camp at all times. One leader must be at least 21 years old and the other must be at least 18. For the sake of continuity two primary leaders should be present for the entire week. All adult leaders must have appropriate medical forms. Responsibilities of a Leader in Camp The leader s primary responsibility in camp is the safety of the Scouts 24 hours a day. You, as leaders, are an extension of the camp staff. Some of you have a great deal of knowledge of camping lore, and as such, will be asked to help in some of the program areas. All leaders will be expected to maintain control of the Scouts in their unit at all times. Please stay together as a group at all times. Do not let Scouts go anywhere alone. Camp leaders may not bring other children or siblings to Camp, with the exception of scheduled visitors nights. Parents and Visitors Parents and visitors are always welcome at camp. All visitors must sign in on the sign-in sheet and wear a Visitors Badge while on camp property. When leaving camp they are required to sign out and leave the badge in the appropriate location. Family Night Dinner $10.00 Children (4-10) $6.00 Children (3 and under) Free Visitors must leave the camp by 10 PM; there are no facilities for overnight visitors at camp. Parents may dine with the campers. Reservations are requested. Visitors wishing to eat with the troop may do so and must present a receipt or ticket available for purchase at the Trading Post. Visitors should advise the camp of their intention to attend family night dinner not later than Monday afternoon so the correct amount of food is prepared. A menu for this meal will be provided at the start of each camp week. Cell Phone Usage While the Council does not have a policy for cell phone use by Scouts in camp, the Council does recommend the units attending camp establish rules of use by their Scouts in Camp. Bear Training In accordance with the Council s bear policy all camp participants will attend a bear safety training at the beginning of each camp session. Buddy System (Groups of 4) Great Alaska Council Camps always use and enforce the Buddy System with campers. Every camper should have a designated buddy group of 4 and stay with them all the time. Chainsaw BSA policy prohibits people operating a chainsaw on camp property unless they have been met with the Camp Ranger and have completed the chainsaw safety briefing. Preferred Payment Method: We prefer that you pay by check, either a single check or checks payable to BSA. This is a change from the past. You are welcome to use online payments but keep in mind you will be charged a service fee. Credit card processing fees cost the Council over $12,000 last year. The Council will manually update your online payment forms.

11 Camp Dates Staff Week July 2-8 Week 1 July Monday Start Week 2 July Camp Location The entrance to Denali High Adventure Scout Base is located near Mile Post 133 North Parks Highway, Trapper Creek, AK Take the left turn just before going under the Princess sign. The main building is located about 2 mi. into the property near Blair Lake. The road in to camp can be difficult if it has been raining. Camp Dates 11 Bring your Bike and Helmet The camp sits on more than 2000 acres and it is possible that you may have a mile or more to travel to your destination. We recommend that participants bring a bike (helmets required) to camp so that they can get quickly to and from the different areas of camp. Buddy System Great Alaska Council Camps always use and enforce the Buddy System with campers. At DHASB it is required that campers travel in groups of 4 for safety. Cooking Meals at DHASB are patrol style, this means that patrols will be provided with the ingredients to prepare a gourmet meal. Special dietary (allergy not preferences) needs can be met by informing the Camp Director at least 2 weeks prior to arrival to ensure adequate menu items can be obtained. This information will also be collected via the online registration process. The Camps use peanuts and peanut products in its food products More information on meals on page 15. Quiet Hours Each Scout is asked to remain in his campsite and observe quiet hours between 10:00PM and 6:30 AM. There is no mail or phone service to Denali High Adventure Scout Base. There is cell phone ser-vice in some areas of the property. Gear Shelter Gear should never be stored in tents or areas where someone sleeps. Bears enjoy investigating gear and the smells that are within. As part of our bear and wildlife procedures we re-quire that Troops store their gear in one central location in their campsites. Troops should bring a pop up shelter or tent to keep gear out of the elements. Base Camp Facilities Denali High Adventure Base offers a rugged Alaskan camping experience and currently has one multi use building that serves as a hub for all base activity. The buildings and developed areas provided: troop campsites, commissary, trading post, showers, Health office.

12 Checking In and Out of Camp 12 The Tour Leader must bring the following to Check In: 1. Current camp roster and Tour Plan. 2. Proof of accident insurance coverage (note: only required if coming from Out-of- Council). 3. The Annual Health Form is required # for must be completed for all participants. 4. Any Camp fees and fees that need to be reconciled. Please bring the unit s latest invoice to reconcile the camp roster to fees paid. Arrival Schedule: Sunday 1:00-1. Your Troop will be met in the 5:00PM parking lot by the Staff. 2. We will then schedule a time for your unit to go to the Medical Rechecks and Swim Tests. 3. Your Troop host will then guide the Troop to its campsite to unload gear and change into swim trunks. 4. Leader goes to camp office to finish paperwork. 5. Medical Rechecks will take place at the Roadhouse. 6. Waterfront for swim tests. 7. Return to the campsite for setting up and preparing for the evening meal. 8. Complete Camp Tour 5:00PM 7:00PM 8:00PM Dinner Wildlife Meeting/ Leader Meeting Campfire 10:00PM Quiet hour Early Arrivals For those units traveling a long distance, an early arrival will be approved upon request. However, note the following points: Contact the Camp Director to find out where your campsite is. Please do not take it upon yourself to change campsites. It will do nothing but create hard feelings because you will have to move. Please do not move bear boxes; picnic tables; etc. from other campsites into your own. The camp and all program areas are closed; please do not expect any services unless your unit has made arrangements with the Camp Director. Your first meal will be Sunday dinner at the Roadhouse. Please respect staff quarters. Daily Schedule M-F 7:00-8:00AM 9:00AM-12:00PM 12:30-1:00PM 1:00-2:00PM 2:00-5:00PM 5:00PM-7:00PM 7:00-8:30PM 8:30PM-10:00PM 10:00PM Check out: Saturday 7:00AM 8:00AM Breakfast Merit Badge Session Lunch Free Time Merit Badge Session Dinner Open/Camp Program Free Time Taps Breakfast Site cleanup and departure inspection. The commissioner staff will be available for inspections for your site. Leaders check out at the Roadhouse; medical forms and medications will be returned at this time. Prior to departure each Troop will be required to return all borrowed equipment to their commissioner. Documentation of any achievement earned during the week is available for pickup at the Roadhouse. Area directors will be at the Roadhouse to answer any questions about merit badges. This is the time to go through your merit badges and make sure that you have them all and that they are correct. 10:00AM Depart from camp

13 Monday Start: Checking In and Out of Camp 13 The Tour Leader must bring the following to Check In: 1. Current camp roster and Tour Plan. 2. Proof of accident insurance coverage (note: only required if coming from Out-of- Council). 3. The Annual Health Form is required # form must be completed for all participants. 4. Any Camp fees and fees that need to be reconciled. Please bring the unit s latest invoice to reconcile the camp roster to fees paid. 5. Arrival Schedule: Monday 8:00-1. Your Troop will be met in the 11:00AM parking lot by the Staff. 2. We will then schedule a time for your unit to go to the Medical Rechecks and Swim Tests. 3. Your Troop host will then guide the Troop to its campsite to unload gear and change into swim trunks. 4. Leader goes to camp office to finish paperwork. 5. Medical Rechecks will take place at the Roadhouse. 6. Waterfront for swim tests. 7. Return to the campsite for setting up and prepare for Lunch. 8. Complete Camp Tour 12:00PM Lunch (only lunch prepared for you) 2:00PM 5:00PM 7:00PM 8:00PM First Session Dinner Wildlife Meeting/ Leader Meeting Campfire 10:00PM Quiet hour Early Arrivals For those units traveling a long distance, an early arrival will be approved upon request. However, note the following points: Contact the Camp Director to find out where your campsite is. Please do not take it upon yourself to change campsites. It will do nothing but create hard feelings because you will have to move. Please do not move bear boxes; picnic tables; etc. from other campsites into your own. The camp and all program areas are closed; please do not expect any services unless your unit has made arrangements with the Camp Director. Your first meal will be Monday lunch at the Roadhouse. Please respect staff quarters. Daily Schedule T-F 7:00-8:00AM 9:00AM-12:00PM 12:30-1:00PM 1:00-2:00PM 2:00-5:00PM 5:00PM-7:00PM 7:00-8:30PM 8:30PM-10:00PM 10:00PM Check out: Saturday 7:00AM 8:00AM Breakfast Breakfast Merit Badge Session Lunch Free Time Merit Badge Session Dinner Open/Camp Program Free Time Taps Site cleanup and departure inspection. The commissioner staff will be available for inspections for your site. Leaders check out at the Roadhouse; medical forms and medications will be returned at this time. Prior to departure each Troop will be required to return all borrowed equipment to their commissioner. Documentation of any achievement earned during the week is available for pickup at the Roadhouse. Area directors will be at the Roadhouse to answer any questions about merit badges. This is the time to go through your merit badges and make sure that you have them all and that they are correct. 10:00AM Depart from camp

14 Denali High Adventure Scout Base Program 14 DHASB is proud of its diversified and exciting programs. At DHASB, emphasis is put upon the Scouts having an amazing experience within the program areas, while still completing some/all of the merit badge requirements. The following information will help you become familiar with our program. Take some time to review it in detail so you can be informed as what is going on and what is new for Senior Patrol Leaders The SPL is the leader of the Troop. It is essential for each Troop to have one elected. The SPL will attend daily meetings with the Head Commissioner. The meetings are held daily and are de-signed to be an opportunity for the troops to receive updates on the events or the schedule. During these meetings you can bring up questions or concerns your Troop may have. Camp Staff Young men and women, ages 15 and above by the time camp starts are eligible to apply for a camp staff position. Applications for camp staff positions may be obtained at the Great Alaska Council Service Center or online at scoutingalaska.org/ camping. Compensation is a stipend based on position and experience. Room and board are provided for camp staff. Staff in Training (S.I.T.) are 14-year-old Scouts who wish to learn about Staff positions at camp. Those selected to participate in the S.I.T. program will receive room and board at no cost. The minimum time for a SIT to be at camp is staff week and one week of camp. The maximum is staff week and two weeks of camp. Uniforms: We encourage your Scouts to wear full uniforms for evening flag ceremonies each day, as well as the opening and closing campfire. Through the day, encourage them to wear Scout short/pants and some Scout related shirt/t-shirt. The uniform is an important part of the Scouting program. Swim Test All Scouts and Scouters that wish to use the waterfront in any manner will be required to take a swim test at summer camp. Due to the differences between swimming in a pool and swimming in a natural body of water it is important that the Waterfront staff be able to evaluate a Scout s swimming ability in the water that they will be swimming in at camp. Units arriving on Monday morning are encouraged to arrange with the Camp Director for swim checks prior to their week at Camp Gorsuch reduce the impact on program time. Evening Activities There will be special activities and merit badges offered each night at camp. Campers can participate in these activities on from 7:00-8:30PM. Check the schedule for information on which activities will be offered at night. Family Night Wednesday night is Family Night. We encourage the families to come and watch their Scouts in the afternoon activities and stay through dinner. The price of the meals are $10 for adults, $6 for youth, and children under 3 eat free. Your family is also welcome to come out to camp on Friday night and enjoy the closing camp fire. Trading Post Spending money is recommended (between $50 and $75) since DHASB maintains a well stocked trading post. Hours will be posted, usually the trading post is open thought-out the day and evening except during flag ceremonies, meal hours, and campfires. Items such as craft kits, patches, and items for advancement sessions (merit badge pamphlets, handbooks, etc.) Assorted snacks are also available. George s Explorer s-first-year Scout Program The George s Explorer s program is designed for those campers who are new to Scouting. It helps new Scouts get oriented to camp, make friends, and then learn the skills needed for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class Ranks. Adult leaders are encouraged to help in the Explorer s area. The more leaders the better! At the end of the week, Scoutmasters will be provided with forms indicating those skills which were satisfactorily shown to the instructor. Nothing is signed in the BSA Handbook. The Scoutmaster may wish to review skills before signing the book. Explorer s can also spend time working on other merit badges. They also earn Fire n Chit, Totin Chip and the Paul Bunyan Woodsman Awards.

15 Denali High Adventure Scout Base Program 15 Merit Badge Signup Signup will be available May 1, 2017 at 9:00AM. Your summer camp coordinator will receive an with instructions and password. (Your February 28 camp payment must be paid to receive the password) It will be an online process through the same system that was used to register for camp. On the opening evening of camp there will be a time where last minute changes to merit badges schedules will be addressed. Some class sizes will be limited due to National Standards or limited physical equipment support. We do our best to try to accommodate all Scouts needs. Certain merit badges have costs that are over and above those covered by the camp fee. Make sure Scouts are prepared to cover any costs of their merit badges. Age Requirements National Standards require each camp to have programs for older Scouts. In order to meet this requirement, certain age restrictions have been set for some programs. These programs were chosen based on the size, ability and experience of certain age groups. Please do not ask for waivers on age requirements. Be a Guest Merit Badge Counselor Scout Leaders are encouraged to help teach specific merit badges. If you are going to be at camp for a week and would like to teach a special Merit Badge during your stay that isn t offered by the camp please call the Scout Office to coordinate ( ). Leave No Trace All of the camp properties of the Great Alaska Council teach and practice the principles of Leave No Trace. Leaders and Scouts are encourage to take advantage of the training opportunities that are offered at each camp. Pre-Camp Meetings Pre-Camp Meetings will be scheduled during the spring for each of the camp programs. Watch for notices through e-trail Talk. Denali High Adventure Scout Base Button Patch Unique to the Base is the Button Patch. On check-in each participant gets the base patch and as they participate in the different activities they receive a button patch to add to the base patch. This patch is for youth and adults. The Sage Cabins The Base has two log cabins that patrols/crews can spend the night in after they have assembled them. The next morning they disassemble the cabins for the next patrol/crew. Each cabin sleeps 8 scouts and are available for sign-up by the senior patrol leader with the program director. Camp Open House and Tours Denali High Adventure Scout Base is now in its fourth year of being a working summer camp. With this new experience available you may be unsure as to what exactly do we have to offer. If you would like to learn more about the Base and maybe bringing your scouts here in the future contact the scout office about joining us for an open house on Friday afternoon during camp.

16 16 Cooking Meals Cooking at DHASB is done by unit. We encourage each unit to use the patrol method when cooking, but meal materials will be handed out based upon unit number and needed to be divided up from there. While materials for a gourmet meal are provided for all, it is encouraged for the troops to bring additional seasoning* to add to the food to make each meal your own. There is ice available on camp for unit who bring a cooler. Cooking of meals is only to be done in designated areas. The main cooking area for all of camp is next to the Roadhouse (main building on camp). This makes it so that the most smellable materials and waste are in one location away from the campsites. Troop cookware and mess kits can be left at the assigned table when not in use instead of being hauled back and forth to the campsites, but should be stored in a unit box or tub to prevent being blown around or lost. Wednesday night is the famous Denali Chili and Cobbler Dutch Oven Cook-Off! Each year judges have tried dozens of fantastic and creative concoctions from the troops, and they keep getting better each year! Just like every other meal materials are provided for troops to build a fantastic chili and cobbler, and the troops pull out their secret mixes of spices to try and out cook their competitors. Which troop will create this summer's best chili? Which cook will cook the best Dutch oven cobbler? Bring your A-game and maybe your troop will be able to claim your weeks title of Best Chili or Cobbler! sleeved shirt, and boots for working around the hot metal. This is a fun, exciting program that does require participants to be in good physical shape and strong enough to swing a forge hammer for extended periods of time. Trek Program at Denali High Adventure Base Designed as an older Scout/Venturer program, the Trek Program will provide for participants to arrive on Sunday with their unit, attend a shakedown and depart to the trail Monday morning and returning by noon Friday (in time for the Friday afternoon activities). While on the trek, participants can work on the requirements for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, and Cooking Merit Badges. Meals will be provided by the Base along with tents, stoves and cooking gear. Participants will need to provide personal gear, backpack, and water filter. The cost is the same as a week at camp. *Camp Menu s will be sent out prior to camp for troops to better prepare what seasonings or extra food they want to bring. Denali s Forge Program Designed for older Scouts/Venturer program, the Forge Program will provide participants with a chance to work on skills that would be used in an old mining town. Within this program Scouts will get an opportunity to work on requirements for merit badges like Leatherwork, Woodworking, and Metalworking. In addition they will get the opportunity to cook with Dutch ovens, brand, and pan for gold. Base will provide participants with gloves and goggles for working around the forge. Participants will need to bring: durable long pants (jeans), long

17 Merit Badges, Training, & Activities 17 Aquatics Age Require- Pre-Requirements that need to be completed outside of ments camp/special Notes Canoeing MB all Scouts Extra practice time may be needed. Lifesaving MB* 13> 1a, 1b Kayaking MB 13> Whitewater MB 13> Need Kayaking MB, Requires one day out-of-camp Swimming MB* Stand-Up- Paddle Board Award all Scouts all Scouts Kayaking Activity all Scouts Award Instructional Non-swimmers An opportunity to learn to swim during the open program session. Swim beginners Aquatics Super- BSA Leaders Swimming & Water Rescue vision Training Or 16 years old This training provides information and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to swimming emergencies during unit swimming activities. It expands the awareness instruction provided by Safe Swim Defense training to include basic water rescue skills. At least one person with this training is required to be present to assist with supervision whenever a unit swims at a location that does not provide lifeguards. This is an 8 hour course and has a 3 year certification card.. Paddle Craft Safety This training provides basic skills and knowledge needed to confidently access his or her ability to supervise float trips using canoes or kayaks. The material also reviews the additional training and experience needed for whitewater, how to gain that expertise, and when it is appropriate to utilize professional water guides. At least one person with this training is required to be present to assist with supervision whenever a unit goes on a float trip. This is an 8 hour course and has a 3 years certification card. Safe Swim BSA Leaders If you assisting with a troop that is swimming where there is not a Defense Train- lifeguard this training is essential. ing Safety Afloat BSA Leaders If you are going with a troop on a float trip this training is essential. Training *Eagle Required # is Recommended age > is Required age

18 Merit Badges, Training, & Activities 18 Subject to change without notice Shooting Sports Age Require- Pre-Requirements that need to be ments completed outside of camp/special Notes Archery MB 12# $7.00 supply fee for the merit badge Rifle Shooting MB 13> $25 supply fee for the merit badge (Black Powder Option) Shotgun Shooting MB 13> $25 supply fee for the merit badge (Black Powder or Modern Option) Field Archery Course 3D Archery Course Pistol Shooting 14> $15 supply fee Large Bore Rifle Shooting 14> Personal Safety Age Require- Pre-Requirements that need to be ments completed outside of camp/special Notes First Aid MB* all Scouts Work on Requirement 1 before camp. Bring personal First Aid kit for Requirement 2d. Emergency Preparedness all Scouts Need First Aid MB, 2c, 8b Handicraft Age Require- Pre-Requirements that need to be ments completed outside of camp/special Notes Wood Carving MB all Scouts Kits are available in the Trading Post Metalworking MB (Blacksmith) 13> $25 supply fee for merit badge, see pg 16 Leatherwork MB all Scouts Kits are available in the Trading Post. Welding MB 13> $25 supply fee for the merit badge Ecology/ Age Require- Pre-Requirements that need to be Conservation ments completed outside of camp/special Notes Environmental Science MB* 13> 6 Fishing MB all Scouts Bring pole & tackle Fish & Wildlife MB all Scouts 8, #6 partial Mammal Study Nature MB all Scouts all Scouts *Eagle Required # is Recommended age > is Required age

19 Merit Badges, Training, & Activities Subject to change without notice 19 Scoutcraft Age Requirements Pre-Requirements that need to be completed outside of camp/special Notes Cooking MB* all Scouts Scouts taking this merit badge will not be eating with unit for one day s worth of meals, several partial requirements Camping MB all Scouts 9 Wilderness Survival MB all Scouts Cycling MB all Scouts Mountain Bike option, partial 7c&d Exploration MB all Scouts 4, 5, 9 Backpacking MB 13> Done on the Trek Program see pg 16 Hiking MB all Scouts Done on the Trek Program see pg 16 Orienteering MB all Scouts 9, 10 Fire-N-Chit Tote-N-Chip Paul Bunyan Award Other Cool Activities all Scouts all Scouts all Scouts Mountain Boarding all Scouts LNT Trainer 16> Course *Eagle Required # is Recommended age > is Required age

20 20 Nanuk Lodge Order of the Arrow The Order of the Arrow is Scouting s Brotherhood of Honor Campers. The purpose of the Order of the Arrow is: To recognize those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and through that recognition cause others to conduct themselves in a way that warrants similar recognition. Promote camping, responsible outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship as essential components of every Scout s experience, in the unit, year-round, and in summer camp. Develop leaders with the willingness, character, spirit, and ability to advance the activities of their units, our Brotherhood, Scouting, and ultimately our nation. To crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others. The Order of the Arrow is a unique organization in that both members and nonmembers must elect its membership. To be elected, a Scout must be First Class or above and be an active, registered member of a BSA troop or team. After registration with a troop or team, have experienced fifteen days and nights of Boy Scout camping during the two-year period prior to the election. The fifteen days and nights must include one, but no more than one, long-term camp consisting of six consecutive days and five nights of resident camping, approved and under the auspices and standards of the Boy Scouts of America. The balance of the camping must be overnight, weekend, or other short-term camps. Fifty percent of the registered members of the Troop must be present at the election. The unit committee may nominate only one adult, if the unit elected at least one youth. If the unit has more than 50 registered members, the unit committee may nominate two adults each year. Adult applications must be turned in to council office by May 14. Remember that official OA election teams must do unit OA elections! Elections must be done by Tuesday night to be called-out at the Friday night campfire. While a call-out may be held at the Spring Camporee, Scouts can be called-out at DHASB. These call-outs will be held on Friday. BROTHERHOOD CONVERSION OPPORTUNITIES The Brotherhood is for Order of the Arrow members who have been Arrowmen for at least 10 months and meet certain other requirements. Nanuk Lodge will conduct a Brotherhood Ceremony for qualifying Arrowmen. Check with the OA Camp Chief to find out time and information. For more information concerning the Order of the Arrow or Nanuk Lodge at or Dates for Fall and Spring Ordeal and Brotherhood Ceremonies June 5-7, 2017, Camp Gorsuch August 14-16, Camp Gorsuch

21 21 The Explorers Club of Denali High Adventure Scout Base The Explorers Club of Denali High Adventure Scout Base is the honor service organization. This program is designed to recognize Scouts, Venturers, and adults who exemplify the Boy Scout and the Base s ideals of Scout helpfulness. All who attend camp are eligible for membership. On Friday night, all of the hard work from the week will culminate in a ceremony and campfire that will strengthen the bonds of brother-hood and Scout Spirit. The circular patch for the Society must be purchased at the Trading Post. The segments that go around the patch are given to you at the closing campfire. To receive your segments you must turn in your Club roster by Friday noon to provide time to prepare the patches for presentation. The ranks and corresponding requirements are: Mt. Sanford (16,237) membership 1) One summer at Denali High Adventure Scout Base 2) One hour of work on a service project Mt. Blackburn (16,390) membership 1) Have earned the Mt. Sanford level 2) Two summers at Denali High Adventure Scout Base 3) Two hours of work on a service project Mt. Foraker (17,400) membership 1) Have earned Mt. Blackburn level 2) Threes summers at Denali High Adventure Scout Base 3) Three hours of work on a service project Mt. Saint Elias (18,009) membership 1) Have earned Mt. Foraker level 2) Four summers at Denali High Adventure Scout Base 3) Four hours of work on a service project Denali (20,320) membership 1) Have earned Mt. Saint Elias level 2) Five summers at Denali High Adventure Scout Base 3) Plan, organize, and complete an approved service project of at least five hours. (Please contact the Camp Ranger for assistance) All ranks require Scouts/Leaders to show Scout Spirit the entire time they are camp

22 22 And for the Adult Leaders Too often, our summer camp planning is made around programming for the Scouts. The leader is overlooked. Throughout the week, unit adults have many choices for spending their free time. Denali High Adventure Scout Base provides several opportunities to make an adult s stay at camp a pleasant one. SWIMMING, WATER RESCUE, & PADDLECRAFT SAFETY These programs are sponsored by the Council Aquatics Committee and provide valuable hands on training concerning the BSA s policies for aquatics activities. The training is valid for 3 years and is a prerequisite for conducting aquatic activities on the unit level. This training is offered for adults and youth 16 or older. The Aquatics Director will conduct the training, and the time will be announced at the Sunday Scoutmaster s meeting. SCOUT LEADER MERIT BADGE This year we are offering a patch that only adults can earn. Requirements will be handed out at the Roadhouse upon check-in. ADVANCEMENT AND SERVICE Often, adults in camp bring with them special knowledge or skills that would be beneficial to various merit badge sessions. If any adult would like to assist with a merit badge or offer one not on the schedule please see the Program Director on Sunday. The Camp Ranger will be glad to suggest a list of camp projects that can use your skills and knowledge to help improve camp. Bring your tools and feel at home. YOUTH PROTECTION TRAINING Youth Protection Training must be completed every 2 years. If you need to go through this training, the Program Director will offer this training at a time mentioned at the Sunday Scoutmaster s meeting. LEAVE NO TRACE A Leave No Trace Awareness Workshop will be conducted for adult leaders and interested youth. Every unit should plan on having at least one leader participate.

23 What to Bring 23 Personal Equipment Scout uniform (Class A shirt, shorts/long pants) OA Sash Sweater or Jacket Swim Trunks T-shirts Underwear Rain Gear (Coat and Pants) Tennis Shoes Hiking Boots Heavy Socks# Sock Liners (polypro)# Socks Sleeping Bag and Pillow Sleeping Pad Sleeping Clothes Long and Short Pants Hat Toothbrush/ Toothpaste Wash Cloth/Towel Soap/Shampoo Deodorant Comb/Brush Sunscreen Sunglasses Insect Repellant Personal First Aid Kit Compass# Pocket Knife Water Bottle Camera Fishing Gear (optional) Work Gloves Spending Money (suggest $50-$75) Religious material Bicycles w/helmets Backpack# Rope/Twine# Dry Bag(s) if taking White-water MB Advancement Gear Scout Handbook* Notebook Pens and Pencils* Merit Badge Books* Blue jeans (Swimming & Lifesaving MB) Long sleeve button-up shirt (Swimming & Lifesaving MB) Compass (Orienteering MB) Dry Bag(s) if taking Whitewater MB Merit Badge work already completed Troop Gear Flags Troop First Aid Kit Alarm Clock Rope or Binders Twine Scoutmaster s Handbook Program Reference Materials Field Book Tools as needed Dinning Fly, poles, and rope Merit Badge Books Shovel/Rake/Broom Cooking Spices Gear Tent/ Shelter (see pages 11 and 23) Medical Forms for each Scout/Leader Patrol Gear Patrol Leaders Handbook Patrol Flags Patrol Cooking Equipment including stoves It is helpful if the Scout has their name in their clothing and on their gear. It makes finding things in lost and found much easier. The Great Alaska Council is not responsible for personal items that are lost, stolen, or broken at camp. Personal equipment should be packed in a pack, suitcase, or duffel bag. *Items for sale in the Trading Post. #Additional equipment for trek. Please note: This is bear country, please avoid packing extra candy and snack food.

24 Bear Aware 24 Gear Shelter Smellables, food, packs, and day clothes are stored outside of tents. Gear should never be stored in tents or areas where someone sleeps. Bears enjoy investigating gear and the smells that are within. As part of our bear and wildlife procedures we require that troops store their gear in one central location in their campsites. Troops should bring a pop up shelter or tent to keep gear out of the elements. Only items in tents: sleeping bags sleeping pads sleeping clothes pillows Bear boxes are kept away from tent pads. Travel with a buddy at all times! Dispose of trash properly & lock the lid. Be tree safe. Only use established toilets or latrines. Never run from a bear. Transient bear: Move out of his way. Report sighting to staff. Local bear and returning bears: Move out of the bear's path. Stay in a group. If the bear causes an issue, deter the bear with loud noise. Contact staff immediately. Repeat offender bear: Deter bear from camp with loud noise. Stay in a group. Contact staff immediately. Only if necessary, State Troopers or ADFG will be contacted to take appropriate measure to remove the bear. For the complete Council Bear Policy, please see the Council website. The Base strongly encourages units to conduct a pack/equipment inspection for the Scouts equipment for excessive snacks and candy. Please remember this is bear country. You can not take appropriate action if you do not know that it is there.

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