Register On-Line. Fall Fest Family Camp Weekend Camp (Sat-Sun) November 19-20, 2016

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1 Register On-Line Fall Fest Family Camp Weekend Camp (Sat-Sun) November 19-20, 2016 Fall Fest Family Camps 2016 Mt. Diablo Silverado Council 800 Ellinwood Way Pleasant Hill, CA (925) Fax (925) Web Site 1

2 What Do Boys Want from Scouting? When a boy becomes a member of the Boy Scouts of America, one of his first questions is, When do we go camping? The Cub Scout program offers a variety of opportunities that include day camps, pack campouts, family camping, and Webelos overnighters. Each of these experiences has a different dynamic that gives the boy and his friends and family an appreciation for the outdoors. Camping and outdoor activities fulfill a boy s dreams of fun, excitement, and adventure. Camps provide a natural setting for quality time with family and friends. Scout council camps with trained staffers provide an ideal setting for a wide variety of activities. Who Can Attend? The whole family is invited to attend Cub Scout Family Camp. Anyone in the family (immediate or extended) may attend any of the Cub Scout Family Camps hosted in the redwoods of coastal California at Camp Lindblad, as long as there is one registered Cub Scout in the family. Siblings age 5 and under are only $15.00 per person, and must be accompanied by an adult. How much does it Cost? Every effort is made to keep costs low while providing a safe, fun event for you and your family. The registration fees below cover food, craft supplies, sporting good supplies, staff salary for positions requiring National Camp School certification, insurance, and incidentals to keep a camp open (like electricity, permits, equipment repair, etc.). Cub Scouts will receive a Camp Lindblad patch on their first trip to camp as part of their fees. Some of the overhead costs of keeping Camp Lindblad operating are offset by Friends of Scouting and other donations. The base cost per person to attend camp is: Cub Scout $50.00 before Nov 11, 2016 Adult $50.00 before Nov 11, 2016 Sibling $50.00 before Nov 11, 2016 Sibling age 5 or under $15.00 Camps are limited to the first 250 campers per event. You are encouraged to sign up early to save your space! 2

3 FAMILY CAMP STAFF WANTED! Fun Staff Needed We are asking our parents and volunteers to help our Cub Scout Camping Program grow. HOW: Join our Crew and be a part of our Family Camp Weekends. WHY: In order for us to reduce our pricing, we need volunteer help. When each person gives a little of their own time to the program, we can offer a reduced price and make this program more available to more families. WHAT: What can I do to help? Everyone can help in any of the areas and especially during meal time. We will post a schedule at check-in and give you the opportunity to sign up for your area or job of choice. This applies only to Adults and Youth over 14 years of age. REWARD: As a thank you for your support and help, for every session or meal you help in, you will be handed a ticket. That ticket will be your gateway to a fun prize or instant recognition item at the campfire program. Kitchen Staff: Our Kitchen Staff will continue to give us quality meals during every family campout. How Do I Register for Camp? For your convenience, registrations may be made online at our council website, Credit card payments (Mastercard, Visa, Discover, or American Express) must be made at the time of registration. You may alternately fill out the Cub Scout Family Camps Registration form at the back of this guide and turn it in to the council service center at 800 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill, CA You will need to include payment with the form for ALL people listed on the form. Payment may be made with check, cash, or the credit cards listed in the previous paragraph. Early arrival on Friday is available for any family that wants to leisurely set up camp and spend a quiet night in the outdoors. No formal program will be provided, but refreshments will be available in the main lodge. A small fee of $10 per family will help pay for the snacks and a skeleton staff. After your registration for family camp is submitted, you will need to have all campers complete their medical forms and permission slips (blank forms available at the end of this book). These forms will be collected at the time you check in at Camp Lindblad. 3

4 Refund Policy In order to prepare for any Scouting activity, we try to reduce costs of program supplies, patches, t-shirts, and some non-perishable food by buying them a month to six weeks ahead of the activity. When reservations are made, they are figured in the ordering of materials and estimating the number of support staff that is needed for the activity. Funds are allocated and spend in anticipation that everyone who makes a reservation intends to attend family camp. (Thank you for helping us to plan accurately!) We will strictly adhere to the Camp Refund Policy. Individuals who are unable to attend camp due to illness, accidents, or family emergencies may request a refund of the fees paid for camp. All refunds will be subject to the following procedures: 1. Refund requests must be made at least 1 week prior to the start of the camp session. 2. Refund request must be made in writing or Julie.graham@scouting.org or to the Cub Scout Family Camp Director, Mt. Diablo Silverado Council, 800 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill, CA All refunds will be sent to the person making the request. 4. No refunds will be made once the camp session has begun. 5. All refunds must be evaluated and approved by the Cub Scout Family Camp Director. VERY IMPORTANT Health and Medical Record forms: Our Cub Scout Family Camp at Camp Lindblad is under 72 hours in duration with medical support available within 30 minutes. This camp requires only Part A and Part B of the Health and Medical Record form. Please see: for a fillable pdf copy of the form. Please have these two parts completed for each member of your party that is attending Family Camp, and bring it to Camp Lindblad. These forms will be submitted during the check-in process. 4

5 What to Bring to Camp Please remember to have all items packed in easily carried bags, as the parking is not located near camp sites. Bring only what you need and can easily move. Signed Health and Medical Record, Parts A and B PERSONAL Personal Tents Day Pack Sleeping Bag Foam pad or air mattress Full Uniform T-shirts, several Pants Under-shorts Several pairs socks Light Shoes Flashlight Jacket/Raincoat/poncho Sweater Washcloth Large Towel Soap Toothbrush Toothpaste Chapstick Water bottle Other things you might want: Handbook Pocket knife Personal first aid kit Pajamas Pillow Insect repellent Spending money Lawn chair Games Water jug 3+ gallons 5

6 Policies The Mt. Diablo Silverado Council will follow certain policies and requirements that have been developed by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America These policies and requirements will insure that the camp is a safe haven for your child, your family, and your pack. 1. No alcoholic beverages are allowed on camp property. 2. Smoke Free Policy all buildings or facilities are designated as nonsmoking facilities. Smoking is not allowed outside entry and exit doors of any building or in activity areas. The designated smoking area is located behind the main lodge. 3. The Boy Scouts of America will not tolerate any form of child abuse in any form emotional, physical, sexual, or neglect. Parents should be confident that camp is a safe haven for their children. 4. Hazing is not permitted in any form. 5. Boys may have other boys as tent mates. 6. Only the parents of a child may sleep in the same tent with the child. Adults will be camping in the same campsite as their children. 7. No pets are allowed in camp. 8. Personal firearms and archery items are not allowed on camp property. Program at Camp The camp offers many activity areas: crafts, wood shop, Scout skills which can include knife safety, first aid, and how to handle an American flag properly. We also offer bb gun and archery ranges. Camp check in is Saturday morning between 8:00Am and 9:30AM. No meals are provided that morning. Saturday kicks off with a flag ceremony at 9:45AM. Program starts at 10:00AM on Saturday. Popular program areas are open on Sunday morning to 12:00PM. What is our Campsite Like? Each campsite has picnic tables that can be shared. You can set up your tents anywhere in your assigned campsite. There are bathrooms at the end of the campsite field plus port-o-potties and other bathrooms dispersed throughout the camp. A shower house is up the hill from the campsites. Water stations are close to the campsite for your use. If you bring a water jug, you can cache drinking water in your campsite. You will find kindling and firewood in the surrounding area to keep a campfire going in a communal campfire ring at the end of the field, as long as the fire department does not declare a no-burn day. The dining hall and program areas are within walking distance from each campsite, but prepare for some uphill travel. There is plenty of space for you to run around with existing friends and to make new ones. 6

7 Frequently Asked Questions Q: When are uniforms worn? A: Class A uniforms in the morning and evening flag ceremonies. Class B can be worn the rest of the time. Q: Is breakfast served on Saturday Morning? A: No. We encourage you to eat before you arrive at camp. There are a number of locations in Boulder Creek if you want get close to camp before eating. Q: Can we have a campfire? A: In general, yes. You will be given campfire rules when you check in, unless there is a reason to prohibit open fires due to dry or windy conditions. Q: Can we gather firewood? A: Yes, but you might want to bring dry wood to help start your fire. Q: What is the food like? A: We get nothing but compliments on our food. We have a great salad bar, lots of food, and we try to accommodate all dietary needs. Please contact us a week in advance if you have a food allergy or a special dietary need. Q: What if we get hungry between meals or after a campfire? A: There is always peanut butter and jelly to make sandwiches, as well as fruit, in the dining hall. Q: I hear there are patch segments for each activity. How can I get those? A: Each Cub Scouts gets the round Camp Lindblad patch the first year that he attends camp. If you want to show others what you did, small arcs may be bought at the trading post and added around the patch. Siblings (and parents) can also purchase patches. Q: Does the trading post have more than patches for sale? A: Yes, there are snacks, craft kits, some convenience items for camping, and other goodies in the trading post. Q: Can our family arrive on Friday night? A: Families can spend a quiet night in our redwood forest to avoid getting up in the wee hours of the morning on Saturday to travel. There will be no formal program, but refreshments will be available in the main lodge. You can also stake out a campsite for the rest of your pack by arriving early. Please register so we know who to expect. A $10 per family charge will help pay for refreshments, games, and a few staff members to host campers. Q: Do we need to formally check out of camp if we leave early. A: We want to keep all of our families safe during their stay at camp. Please let the Camp Director, Ranger, or Cook know if you need to check out of camp early, that way we don t spend time looking for you if we have to evacuate camp for an emergency later. Q: How do we contact the camp with questions? A: Contact the service center at or or Julie.graham@scouting.org. If a more detailed answer is needed, you could be forwarded to the event Camp Director. 7

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10 Cub Scout Family Camps Registration Form 2016 Contact Person Name Pack # Address City Zip Code Phone# [ ] Fall Fest Weekend Camp Oct Cub Scout Names Adult Names Sibling Names Sibling Under 5 names Fees $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Total Of Fees Due for all attending $ 10

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