Beaver High Adventure Base Leader s Guide Summer 2017

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1 Beaver High Adventure Base Leader s Guide Summer 2017

2 Index 1. Introduction and Camp Contact Info p Registration Updates and Payment Schedule p Arrival & Departure p. 4 Check in/ Check out 4. Camp Critical Information p. 5-7 Fire Arms p. 5 ATV s & Off Road Vehicles p. 5 Age Restrictions p. 5 Climate p. 6 Elevation p. 6 Hydration p. 6 Fires at Camp p. 7 Water at Camp p Camp Sites p Food at Camp p Program Areas p Mountain Biking p. 9 White Water Rafting p. 9 C.O.P.E. p. 10 Shooting Sports p. 11 Battle Creek p. 11 Climbing & Rappelling p. 12 ATV s p. 12 Frontier p. 13 Merit Badges at BHAB p. 13 1

3 8. Free Activities p Packing List p Things NOT to Bring to Camp p Camp Policies p Behavior at Camp p. 15 Required Forms and Documents p. 16 Parking p. 17 Camp Visitors p Camp Schedule p Program Activities (9:00 am - 4:30 pm) p. 17 Open program (evening activities 6:30-8:30 pm) p Emergency Procedures p Fire p. 20 Severe Weather p. 20 Dangerous Wildlife Encounters p. 21 Hazardous Materials p Trading Post p Map to Camp p Map of Camp p Waver for Always Rafting p Map to Always Rafting and Kayaking p. 26 2

4 Intro Beaver High Adventure Base is a Venture Resident Camp and as such is a co-ed facility. During the weeks of operation groups of young men and young women are scheduled and welcome at camp. Please check online for space availability: eavailable.aspx?classificationid=30826&sf=f&orgkey=29 0%20 For questions about camp please contact: Bob Gowans bob.gowans@scouting.org Lee Ferrin lee.ferrin@scouting.org David Peterson david.peterson@scouting.org Nathan Howard nathan.howard@scouting.org For registration and payment questions please contact: Angela Shelley Angela.shelley@scouting.org An will be sent to you one week prior to your scheduled week of camp with updates on weather conditions and other camp issues (i.e. fire restrictions, etc.) 3

5 Registration Updates and Payment Schedule When Registering for Activities remember that leaders MUST go with the youth to the activities, so plan for two-deep leadership at all activities. To update registration: Click on update my registration Enter your username and password If you are having issues updating your registration contact Angela Shelley Payment is broken down into 3 installments 25% as a down payment to lock your spot 50% about 1 month from your camp date Final 25% is due two weeks before your camp date Full payment is due before groups will be allowed to participate in Camp Programs. 4

6 Arrival and Departure Upon Check in: All fees must be paid in full Medical Forms A,B, & C (leaders and youth) must be completed and turned in to the Health Officer upon arrival Upon Check-out All fires must be out cold to the touch and coals dumped in designated areas. Coals DO NOT go in the dumpster Campsite must be clean and all garbage dumped in the dumpster Complete and turn in a camp survey Pick up your medical forms Camp Critical Information Firearms Personal firearms, and ammunition are NOT allowed at camp. Any personal firearms must be checked-in to the Shooting Sports Director. Personal Firearms will be locked in the safe at the shooting range during your stay at camp. Beaver High Adventure Base is not 5

7 responsible for any lost, stolen or damaged personal items. Personal Vehicles Personal ATV s and other off-road vehicles are not allowed at camp Personal vehicles are not allowed on camp roads or at campsites after unloading Any exception must be approved by the Camp Director Camp ATV Program Age Restrictions Youth ages 14 and older can participate in the ATV program. Age Restrictions Programs at Beaver High Adventure Base are intended for youth ages 14 and older. Youth are welcome at camp and may participate in ALL activities EXCEPT : Pistols on the shooting range Some High and some Low C.O.P.E elements (as per the COPE Director) ATV Program 6

8 Climate During the summer Beaver High Adventure Base temperature can dip below 40 degrees F and reach 80+ Nights are always cold so come prepared Rain, hail, and snow are possible during the summer Elevation Beaver High Adventure Base is located at 9000 feet Follow the height and weight requirements in the BSA medical form for attending camp Hydration Altitude sickness and dehydration are very common at camp Make sure all participants and leaders bring portable water bottles and drink regularly while at camp Fires at Camp Campfires are permitted if allowed by the US Forest Service and Beaver County. Each campsite is equipped with an approved fire ring. 7

9 DO NOT create a new fire pit. You will be notified of fire restrictions prior to arrival at camp. In the event that fire restrictions are put in place by the state, propane stoves are approved for meal preparation and propane fire rings may be used for camp fires. The Fire Marshall grants Beaver High Adventure Base a permit during times of fire restrictions and will pull that permit if campfires are left unattended. Finally, don t bring any wood. There is plenty of firewood at camp. Water at Camp Beaver High Adventure Base Drilled a new well in the fall of 2015, which provides sufficient water for all our needs. In additions there is an underground spring which also provides water during the camp season. Campsites (See camp map at the end of Leader s Guide) Each Campsite has at least one table with benches. Campsites will be assigned upon check in. 8

10 We are in a primitive area with no electricity, groups may bring their own generators if they wish. There is a lodge and a camp office where generated electricity can be provided for emergencies only. Latrines as well as shower houses with locked private doors are provided in the vicinity of each camping area. Beaver High Adventure Base does not provide weather cover for campsites. Make sure to bring your own weather cover for your campsite. Food At Camp For those on the food program, we will be eating in and around the lodge at camp headquarters. Mealtimes are: Breakfast 7:00am 8:00am Sack lunches will be made by each participant during breakfast and taken with you to your program area Dinner 5:00pm 6:00pm Groups providing their own food will need to arrange their own coolers, stoves and cooking utensils Plan to take sack lunches to your program area each day 9

11 Program Areas All Staff Guided Programs are scheduled as full day activities, 9:00 am 4:30 pm regardless of what the online registration shows, with the exception of White Water Rafting and stand up paddle boarding. Mountain Bikes The Mountain Bike program is subcontracted out to the Eagle Point Ski Resort about 4 miles from camp. You will need to provide your own transportation to and from the Ski Resort. (see map to Eagle Point) All equipment is provided by Eagle Point Ski Resort. White Water Rafting The White Water Rafting program is sub-contracted out through Always Rafting in Marysvale Utah Groups should leave camp 2 hours prior to their scheduled rafting time to allow for the 1 ½ hour drive, and check in, to Always Rafting. (See Map at the end of Leader s Guide) A release form for each person rafting and paddle boarding must be filled out prior to arrival at the rafting company (See Page 13 of Leader s Guide) 10

12 The rafting trip is generally a 2 hour ride depending on the water level (6 hour round trip to and from camp including the rafting activity). Things to do after rafting: Visit the historical Cove Fort located at the junction of I-15 and I-70 (about 20 mins West on I-70 from Always Rafting) Visit the abandoned gold mine in Marysvale (more info at Always Rafting) Visit the Big Rock Candy Mountain (next to Always Rafting) COPE Course COPE stands for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience COPE course includes both High and Low COPE elements High COPE includes high ropes course, flying squirrel, giant s ladder, and zip line Low COPE include a variety of team building exercises: Trust fall, 12 foot wall, Nitro Crossing, Meat Grinder, Maze, Spider s web, and many more. 11

13 Shooting Sports Groups that choose shooting sports will learn about and have the opportunity to fire a variety of firearms including: Shotgun shooting.22 rifles and pistols (pistols are for ages 14 and up).45 ACP handgun (ages 14 and up) Archery range Knife throwing DO NOT bring your own firearms or ammunition All personal firearms brought to camp MUST be locked in the safe during your stay at camp Battle Creek At Battle Creek groups will participate in team building activities using foam swords Including: Capture the flag Protect the King/Queen All-out battle 12

14 Climbing and Rappelling Groups will hike down (a little over a mile) to the Natural Rock Climbing and Rappelling wall just off the Piute Trail. They will have the opportunity to learn: Bouldering techniques Climbing on a flat face, gentle incline and a crack or fissure ATV s All use of ATVs at any scouting activity is under conditional approval and applies only to the locations approved by the National Council. ATVs remain an unauthorized activity except for the specific program offered at Beaver High Adventure Base. All participants in this program must fully comply with the ATV Safety Institute s (ASI) ATV training and ASI Rider Course guidelines which will be taught at the Beaver High Adventure Base by trained instructors. The ATV Rider Course is a 4+ hour course depending on the experience level of those riding and will be taught to ALL participants in this activity. 13

15 Group size is determined by age of participants. Up to 8 can participate in the course at a time if all participating are 16 or older. Groups with some participants ages may only do 6 at a time. REQUIRED ATTIRE - Long pants, long shirt, and sturdy above the ankle boots/shoes are required to participate in this activity. Once the ATV Rider Course is complete we will do a group trail ride along the trails of Beaver High Adventure Base Frontier Sports At Frontier Sports groups will have the opportunity to live as the early Mountain Men doing activities like: Black Powder Rifles Tomahawks, knives, and Atlatl Blacksmithing Homesteading Primitive fire (subject to State fire restrictions) Leather work Merit Badges at Beaver High Adventure Base Beaver High Adventure Base DOES NOT offer any merit badges at camp. 14

16 Groups choosing to do merit badges must bring their own merit badge counselors and equipment pertaining to the desired badges. Equipment and ammo will be provided by Beaver High Adventure Base for the Shotgun, and Rifle shooting merit badges as well as equipment for the Climbing and Rappelling merit badge. Groups choosing to do climbing/rappelling and shooting sports merit badges may reserve those program areas at the regular camp fee. Beaver High Adventure Staff WILL NOT sign blue cards nor pass off requirements Free Activities at Camp (Unit based activities not staff guided) Frisbee Golf Canoeing/Kayaking Geocaching-GPS units Hike the Three Peaks Fishing (Puffer Lake, bring your own equipment) 15

17 Packing List Tents and cots Sleeping gear (Pillows, sleeping bag or blankets) Toiletries Personal hygiene supplies Towels Raincoat/Poncho Change of clothes for each day Hiking boots/sturdy shoes Camelbak/water bottle Bug spray Sunblock Flashlight Other personal items you may need at camp Things NOT to bring to Camp Fireworks Firearms and ammunition Camp Policies Behavior at Camp Intolerable Behavior (This list is not a complete list) Possession of illegal or prescription drugs not belonging to you. Drinking alcoholic beverages on camp property 16

18 Possession or distribution of pornographic material Behavior inconsistent with the BSA Youth Protection policies Theft or vandalism of camp or another s personal property Required Forms and Documents BSA Medical Release Form ( click here to print ) Leaders and youth participating in ANY program activity, parts A, B, and C of the BSA Medical Form are required. Non-participating leaders staying 72 hours or longer, parts A, B, and C of the BSA Medical Form are required Non-participating leaders staying less than 72 hours, ONLY parts A and B of the BSA Medical form are required. White Water Rafting release form for those participating in White water rafting and standup paddle-boarding (See form on page 13 of leader s guide) 17

19 Parking All vehicles must be parked in the designated parking areas All vehicles must be parked Fire Ready (back to the tree line) Equipment trailers can be dropped at campsites Camp Visitors All camp visitors must check in, upon arrival, at camp, with the Health Officer. Camp Schedule :00 8:00 am - Breakfast served 8:30 am Flag Ceremony 8:45 am Depart for Program areas 12:00 pm - Break for lunch 4:30 pm - Program ends 5:00 6:00 pm - Dinner served 6:30 8:30 pm - Open program (see Open Program below) Lights out 10:00 pm 18

20 Open Program (evenings 6:30 pm 8:30 pm) Tuesday and Thursday Staff Guided Activities Shooting Range Purchase ammo at trading post Archery free Archery Golf COPE Course Zipline Flying Squirrel Battle Creek Games Meet at the flagpole for a great battle Ultimate Frisbee Meet at the No driving on the meadow sign 19

21 Wednesday Groups have group time Enjoy a cracker barrel (evening snack) at the Lodge Unit based activities (not guided by staff) Available any day Reflections around a campfire (see campfire programs below) Frisbee Golf Borrow a Kayak or Canoe from the trading post ( MUST show safe swim defense and safety afloat certifications to use kayaks or canoes ) Use a GPS unit to search for a Geocache Hike one of the Beaver Trails (see trading post for more details) Visit Chapel Rock Monday and Friday Evening program at Main Amphitheatre 8:00-8:45pm Camp staff put on a welcome campfire program on Monday and a Friday evening closing campfire program that all are welcome to attend. 20

22 Emergency Procedures Extreme Weather Conditions Program areas will close during extreme weather such as: thunder and lightning storms, high winds, hail, etc. Campers and staff should move out of open areas and find cover. Fire Report any unattended fires. In the case of a forest fire report to Camp Director immediately and follow directions to evacuate camp. Severe Injury/Illness All injuries and illnesses should be reported immediately to the Camp Medical Officer. Lost or missing person Report any lost or missing person to the Camp Director immediately. Dangerous Encounters with Wildlife Don t approach or chase the wildlife. Report any bear, or any other potentially dangerous animal sightings to the Camp Director immediately 21

23 Hazardous Material Exposure Notify the Camp Medical Officer immediately Trading Post Hours are 7:30 am 8:30 pm We accept all major credit cards Invite youth to bring around $20 to camp for souvenirs 22

24 Map to Beaver High Adventure Base Directions to Camp: Take I-15 to Beaver Utah Once in Beaver turn East on 200 N. Drive East up Beaver Canyon for 17 miles and turn right just past mile marker 17 towards Beaver High Adventure Base and Three Creeks Reservoir. Travel along the dirt road staying right at the first fork, left at the second fork and cross the dam for Three Creeks Reservoir, then right at the third fork. You will then arrive at the parking lot for Beaver High Adventure Base. 23

25 Map of Beaver High Adventure Base Disclaimer on above map We no longer have horse trek, it has been replaced by ATV s 24

26 PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT, RELEASE, AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK In consideration of the services of Always Rafting and Kayaking, their agents, owners, officers, volunteers, participants, employees, and all other persons or entities acting in any capacity on their behalf (hereinafter collectively referred to as ARK ), I hereby agree to release, indemnify, and discharge ARK, on behalf of myself, my children, my parents. My heirs, assigns, personal representative and estate as follows: 1. I acknowledge that rafting, kayaking, and stand up paddleboarding on rivers entails known and unanticipated risks which could result in physical or emotional injury, paralysis, death, or damage to myself, to property, or to third parties. I understand that such risks simply cannot be eliminated without jeopardizing the essential qualities of the activity. The risks include, among other things: whitewater rapids will be encountered. Boats could turn over or I could be washed overboard. I can slip or fall during a hike, resulting in damage to equipment or personal injury. Accidents can occur getting on and off the boat. Boats are slippery when wet. Exposure to the natural elements can be uncomfortable and/or harmful. I am aware that this exposure could cause sunburn, dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and heat cramps. Also prolonged exposure to cold water can result in hypothermia and in extreme cases death and accidental drowning is also a possibility. Furthermore, ARK guides have difficult jobs to perform. They seek safety, but they are not infallible. They might be unaware of a participant s fitness or abilities. They might misjudge the weather, the elements, or the terrain. They may give inadequate warnings or instructions, and the equipment being used might malfunction. 2. I expressly agree and promise to accept and assume all of the risks existing in this guided or rental activity. My participation in this activity is purely voluntary, and I elect to participate in spite of the risks. 3. I hereby voluntarily release, forever discharge, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless ARK from any and all claims, demands, or causes of action, which are in any way connected with my participation in this activity or my use of ARK s equipment, or facilities, including and such Claims which allege negligent acts or omissions of ARK. 4. Should ARK or anyone acting on their behalf, be required to incur attorney s fees and costs to enforce this agreement, I agree to indemnify and hold them harmless for all such fees and costs. 5. I certify that I have adequate insurance to cover any injury or damage I may cause or suffer while participating, or else I agree to bear the costs of such injury or damage myself. 25

27 I further certify that I have no medical or physical conditions which could interfere with my safety in this activity, or else I am willing to assume and bear the costs of all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such condition. 6. In the event that I file a lawsuit against ARK, I agree to do so solely in the state of Utah, and I further agree that the substantive law of that state shall apply in that action without regard to the conflict of law rules of that state. I agree that if any portion of this agreement is found to be void or unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. By signing this document, I acknowledge that if anyone is hurt or property is damaged during my participation in this activity, I may be found by a court of law to have waived my right to maintain a lawsuit against ARK on the basis of any claim from which I have released them herein. I have had sufficient opportunity to read this entire document. I have read and understood it, and I agree to be bound by its terms. Signature of Participant: Date: Print Name: Address: Phone: PARENT S OR GUARDIAN S ADDITIONAL INDEMNIFICATION In consideration of (print minor s name) ( Minor ) being permitted by ARK to participate in its activities and to use its equipment and facilities, I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless ARK from any and all Claims which are brought by, or on behalf of Minor, and which are in any way connected with such use or participation by Minor. Parent or Guardian: Print Name: Date: 26

28 Map To Always Rafting in Marysvale Utah 27

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