National Camping School Camp Resolute Mayflower Council, BSA Travel and Arrival Information

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1 National Camping School Camp Resolute Mayflower Council, BSA Travel and Arrival Information WELCOME to National Camping School at Camp Resolute in Bolton, Massachusetts! The following covers a lot so please read through in its entirety. The weekend school schedule differs from the standard information published on the NCS website. There is a link in the to request assistance with transportation to camp in the travel section. Health Forms An Annual medical examination and health record, completed within the past 12 months, is required and must be completed prior to your arrival. Please bring the completed form with you. If you do not have this required form, you will need to obtain one at your own expense prior to beginning class. Click Here for BSA Health Forms. Weather and what you should bring Please refer to the NCS Equipment Needed By Students. In addition, we have included a list of items that will make your stay with us comfortable. See below with regards to sleep arrangements and needs. Weather this time of year - Apr 27-29: Some Sun, Some Rain, temps in the low 50 s. Come prepared for cool nights and possibly damp conditions sprinkled in. May 4-6: temps are hi s and s at night. Participants will be sleeping in tents, some layers again for cool evenings, and a sleeping bag good to 32 should work. Waterproof boots are strongly recommended for wet and mud as well as layers for the variety of temps. Uniforms are required. Facilities There is one central shower house with flush toilets, and 2 additional shower houses in the camp. Each camp site has a latrine. All participants will be sleeping in canvas tents on wooden platforms. Cot and Mattress are provided. You may want to consider mosquito netting with 4 x 36 dowels and zip ties (no duct tape please!) Power is available in all camp sites for CPAP Machines Revised 1/9/18

2 Youth Protection Training All participants and Staff are required to hold a current (within the last 24 months of NCS) YPT Training Certificate. Arrival and Departure Times Travel Friday, April 27, :00AM (Retrain Only) 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM. (All other sections) Friday, May 4, :00 AM (All sections report directly to class) Departure is Sunday at 3PM. Those attending Retrain sessions will depart sometime after lunch on Sunday at the discretion of the section director. Participants are welcome to arrive Thursday night. Your council will be charged $55 which covers accommodations, dinner and breakfast. If traveling by car Address for GPS is 75 Hudson Rd, Bolton, MA we are conveniently located just off of I-495. If traveling by air arriving at Logan International Airport (BOS) our drivers are prepared to pick you up and drop you off at the Logan Express Terminal in Framingham. Logan Express picks up at all airport terminals. There is a fee of $25 that is charged to your council. The rates below are based on 2017 fees and subject to change. Leave Logan to Framingham (Natick) Weekdays 6:30 a.m. Midnight every half hour and 1:15 a.m.(next day) Leave Framingham (Natick) to Logan Weekdays Early Bird Trip 3:15 a.m. Saturday 7:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m. every hour 4:00 a.m. 11:00 p.m. every half hour and 12:15 a.m.(sunday) Sunday 7:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. every hour Saturday Early Bird Trips 3:15 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 4:30 a.m. & 5:30 a.m. Fares 1:00 p.m. Midnight every half hour and 1:15 a.m.(monday) Adult One Way Fare: $12.00 Adult Round Trip Fare: $22.00 Senior(65+) One Way Fare: $11.00 Senior(65+) Round Trip Fare: $20.00 Children (17 and under) ride free Discounted Ticket Books: $75.00 for 10 one way trips Sunday 6:00 a.m. 10:00 p.m. every hour Early Bird Trips 3:15 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 4:30 a.m. & 5:30 a.m. 6:00 a.m. 12 noon every hour 12:00 noon 11:00 p.m. every half hour Revised 1/9/18

3 When boarding, check with the driver to ensure you are on the Logan Express for Framingham. When you arrive at the Framingham bus terminal a member of our support staff will be there to pick you up or will arrive soon after your arrival. If your arrival is delayed for any reason, please call our camp office so we can update our pickup schedule Worcester Airport (ORH) Our drivers will pick up at Worcester Airport If Traveling by Bus Peter Pan and Greyhound to the Framingham, MA at the MWRTA bus shelter, Shoppers World, near Olive Garden. If Traveling by Train Amtrak to Framingham, Commuter Rail on the Fitchburg Line to West Acton. Request a pickup by clicking here Parking/Vehicles In Camp There is ample parking in our camp lot, however vehicles are not allowed inside the camp gates. Please come prepared to carry your personal gear. We do have a few wagons available and the camp is not very big. Exception will be made for participants with limited mobility. Please be sure to let us know when you check in. Weekend Schedule The days are long and jam packed with lessons and sharing. Reveille during your stay ranges between 6:00AM and 6:45AM. Except for the 1 st Friday, section time begins at 9AM Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. We break at 11:30AM for lunch and return to section time at 12:30PM. Dinners are approximately 6:00PM each day followed by more section time. Evening section time (including any full group sessions) ends around 9:45PM. We offer an evening cracker barrel before retiring for the night. Meals All meals are family style in our dining hall, participants sit by patrol. We utilize the host method of patrol members serving as waiter or hosts. This method will be explained at your campsite troop meeting. Portions are ample and filling and we will also monitor dietary requirements based on registrations to accommodate any specific needs. Any questions or concerns, please contact Chris at christhorp@verizon.net or Yours in Scouting, Chris Thorp Host Council Representative Revised 1/9/18

4 Directions to Camp Resolute NCS Resolute 75 Hudson Rd Bolton, MA From Route 495 take Exit 27 to Route 117 East heading towards Stow. Take the first right which will be Route 85 South. Follow Route 85 2/10 s of a mile and turn right at the entrance sign to Camp Resolute. Revised 1/9/18

5 National Camping School Resolute Suggested Equipment List This list is meant to serve as a guide. Use your judgment in choosing what to bring. Refer to NCS Guide for section specific recommendations as well Required Forms Completed Annual Health and Medical Record, Parts A, B & C. Completed Personal Resource Questionnaire Proof of current Youth Protection Training Personal Gear (you will be sleeping in a 9 x9 wall tent with a cot and mattress) Sleeping Bag or Blankets & Sheets Pillow Official Boy Scout or Venture Uniform Pants and or shorts Shirts Hat Socks Underwear Sleep Clothes Closed Shoes/Boots Shower Shoes Toiletries shower items, tooth paste, deodorant, etc Towel and Wash cloth Rain Gear Notepad and Pen or tablet (with charger) Daily medications Sunscreen Insect Repellant Flashlight Phone Charger! Bathing Suits (Aquatics Only) Optional Gear Ear Plugs Mosquito Netting and poles (zip ties only, no duct tape) Alarm Clock Folding Chair Spending money for Camp and NCS Trading Posts Camera Tote bag or day pack ITEMS NOT ALLOWED Alcoholic Beverages Sheath Knives Axes, Hatchets Fireworks Firearms, Archery Equipment Illegal Drugs on accommodations: Power is available in all camp sites for CPAP Machines Participants may have a tent all to themselves or share with a friend if you wish Weather Temperatures in April can be in the 50 s and rainy - May can be high of 66, low of 47, so plan according with warmer sleeping bags and layers for outdoors Revised 1/9/18

6 Current BSA Medical Form (all sections completed) Two or more complete official Scouter field uniforms Washcloths & towels Camp or Scout t-shirts, Scout caps Sleeping bag, blanket, sheets, pillow/case BSA Handbook and Fieldbook (current edition) Job description, camp schedules, promotion materials EQUIPMENT NEEDED BY STUDENTS ALL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING Toiletry items (soap, toothpaste, toothbrush, etc.) Flashlight & pocketknife Paper, pen/pencil for taking notes Socks, underwear, shoes, outdoor clothing Insect repellent and/or mosquito net Rain gear PLUS SECTION PARTICIPANTS SHOULD ALSO BRING: AQUATICS DIRECTOR SECTION CPR Certification Bathing suit or swimming trunks (2) Certificate - Current Lifeguarding Cap with visor, sunglasses, extra towels & suntan First Aid Certificate Suntan block or lotion, sun hat Kneeling pads (for canoeing) Button-up, long-sleeve shirt, jacket or sweater, long Sandals, canvas shoes or tennis shoes Diagram or sketch of your camp waterfront area(s) Mask, snorkel and fins COPE and CLIMBING SECTIONS Long pants, comfortable for climbing Tennis shoes (or climbing shoes) and sturdy boots for hiking Sweatshirt, long-sleeve shirt Leather palm gloves, bandanna or neckerchief Hydration system or water bottle(s) Appropriate rain gear (no poncho's) Local Council COPE/Climbing Staff Training plan Sunscreen Local Council COPE/Climbing Operations plan Daypack ECOLOGY/CONSERVATION SECTION Binoculars Canteen Hiking boots (waterproof) CAMP DIRECTOR SECTION Camp long-range & maintenance plans Camp program/leader's Guide Camp conservation plan Staff job descriptions & letter of employment Laptop Computer PROGRAM DIRECTOR SECTION Camp Program materials Program budget Water bottle Laptop Computer RANGER RETRAINING SECTION Camp conservation plan Camp maintenance plan Camp plan drawings and photos Camp promotion video Brochures, promotion material, etc. Small backpack or fanny pack Field notebook Camp conservation plan Camp budget & menus Camp staff organization chart Staff manuals, training schedules Brochures, maps, promotion material, etc. Camp Leaders Guides Camp Staff Flow chart Program Schedule Camp conservation plan Staff Manual Camp Budget & Council Long Range Plan Building maintenance records Ideas, gadgets, devices, etc. to share OUTDOOR SKILLS, FIRST YEAR CAMPER & TREK LEADER Pocketknife Backpacking tent, ground cloth &, pad Hand Ax or 3/4 Ax & whetstone (OS) Hiking boots & comfortable in--camp shoes File, 8" Mill Bastard (OS) Personal First Aid Kit Compass (Pathfinder preferred) Work gloves Pack & frame or combo pack (suitable for overnight hike) Fishing Equipment (OS) Plate, cub bowl, eating utensils, water bottle Folding Chair (OS) (OS-Outdoor Skills Only) Camera (OS) SHOOTING SPORTS SECTION Eye & ear protection Long-sleeve cotton shirt Rev. 10/12/17

7 Checklist for All Participants Welcome to National Camp School! You should arrive between 9:30 and 11:00 am. Please do not arrive late. Below are a few things to do upon arrival: 1. Be dressed in Field Uniform 2. Check in at Registration/Welcome Station 3. Have an interview with your section leader 4. Turn in your BSA Medical Form 5. Turn in your Personal Resource Questionnaire to your section leader 6. Get your housing assignment 7. Pick up your name tag from your section leader 8. Go to the swim area for your swim check (aquatics only) 9. Move into your housing area 10. Park your vehicle at assigned lot 11. Go to the Dining Hall, ready for lunch and formal Opening at 12:00 pm If you have questions, please ask a staff member. MY SECTION IS MY SECTION MEETS IN THE ROOM/BUILDING BEGINNING AT O CLOCK PM. MY HOUSING ASSIGNMENT IS

8 Outdoor Programs National Camping School Personal Resource Questionnaire Boy Scouts of America The information provided will help the faculty prepare for your camping school session: Section you will be attending this year: Name: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: Day Phone: Evening Phone: Cell: Council Name & Number: Headquarters City: State: How many years have you been involved in Scouting as an adult? Are you employed as a Scouting Professional? Yes No - If yes, how many years? What is your current registered position with the BSA? Training Completed Other (describe): Other Skills and Talents: Will you be bringing a musical instrument to camping school? Yes No (if yes, describe): List any other camp program abilities (song leading, campfire skills, games, craft/hobby, etc.) that you would be willing to share with participants at this camping school: Tell us about your role in the camp that you will be serving this season: What will be your primary role at camp this season? Prior to this season, how many years have your served in a leadership roll at camp? Please describe any previous camp experience: Tell us about the camp that you will be serving this season? What is the type of camp that will you be serving? Day Camp; Resident Camp; Council Organized Family Camp How many sessions of camp will be held? What is the capacity for each session? What is the camper fee? $ Additional fees? Yes No (if yes, describe): Is your camp staff Paid? Volunteer? Combination paid & volunteers? If combination, list paid positions: Check the box that best describes your camp location: Council camp; Public park; School campus; Military facility; Private property; Industrial park Other (describe): Does your camp utilize a dining hall or provide meals to campers and staff? Yes No. Does your camp have an aquatics program? Yes No Please use the back of this form to describe any special program features or highlights that you feel make your camp special. In addition, you may also use the back of this form to submit questions to the National Camping School faculty in an attempt to receive answers to questions that will assist you in preparing for camp. [! 13]

Scout Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet Uniform Inspection. Conduct the uniform inspection with common sense; the basic rule is neatness. 1 Attendance. Presence at inspection merits 15 points. Headgear.

Cub Scout pack leaders wear the olive visor cap. Den leaders wear the same visored cap as the youth they serve. 20 pts. 20 pts. Shirt/Blouse and Neckwear.

Male Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders wear the long- or short-sleeve uniform or official shirt.

Female Boy Scout leaders wear the official shirt or official long- or short sleeve uniform blouse. Pants/Shorts. Units have no option to change.

Female Cub Scout leaders wear the pants or the official navy blue shorts, skirt, or pants with the yellow blouse, or the official pants or official uniform shorts or pants with the official shirt or

9 Scout Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet Uniform Inspection. Conduct the uniform inspection with common sense; the basic rule is neatness. 1 Attendance. Presence at inspection merits 15 points. Headgear. Headgear is optional. Boy Scout leaders wear the olive visor cap, campaign hat, or troop-approved headgear. Varsity Scout leaders wear the blaze visor cap. Cub Scout pack leaders wear the olive visor cap. Den leaders wear the same visored cap as the youth they serve. 20 pts. 20 pts. Shirt/Blouse and Neckwear. New long or short sleeves, or official long or short sleeves with appropriate loops on epaulets. Neckwear is optional but must be worn according to specifications in the Insignia Guide. Male Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders wear the long- or short-sleeve uniform or official shirt. Female Cub Scout leaders wear either the official long- or short-sleeve yellow blouse, official long- or short-sleeve shirt, or the official long- or short-sleeve uniform blouse. Female Boy Scout leaders wear the official shirt or official long- or short sleeve uniform blouse. Pants/Shorts. Units have no option to change. Male Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders wear the official pants or the official uniform shorts or pants with no cuffs. Female Cub Scout leaders wear the pants or the official navy blue shorts, skirt, or pants with the yellow blouse, or the official pants or official uniform shorts or pants with the official shirt or blouse. Belt Male leaders wear the official web belt or official leather belt with the buckle of their choice. Female leaders wear the official navy blue Cub Scout or Webelos Scout buckle with navy blue pants, or the official web belt or official leather belt with the buckle of their choice with official pants or official uniform shorts or pants. Socks Male Cub Scout and Boy Scout leaders wear olive socks with official pants or official uniform shorts or pants. Female leaders wear the blue socks with the blue shorts or pants, or the olive socks with official pants or official uniform shorts or pants. Shoes Must be neat and clean. Uniform points. Total points from above (75 possible) Insignia. Correct epaulets, 5 points. Correct placement on left sleeve, 5 points; right sleeve, 5 points; left pocket, 5 points; right pocket, 5 points. Use the checklist on the reverse of this form to help determine score. Insignia points from reverse (25 possible) Total Uniform Inspection Score Uniform and insignia points combined. A perfect score is 100 points. For more information about insignia, see the Insignia Guide, No Total Uniform Inspection Score Our unit inspection will be held on Name Address Office or position in unit Unit No. District Bring this form with you indd 1 8/18/10 10:06 AM

Scout Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet Official Placement of Insignia Conduct the uniform inspection with common sense; the basic rule is neatness.

10 Scout Leader Uniform Inspection Sheet Official Placement of Insignia Conduct the uniform inspection with common sense; the basic rule is neatness. Shoulder Epaulets Scouters wear the color shoulder loop of the program in which they are serving: blue, Cub Scouting; green, Boy Scouting; blaze (orange), Varsity Scouting; green, Venturing; silver, council and district; gold, regional and national. Right Sleeve U.S. flag emblem centered directly below shoulder seam Den or emblem numeral, if applicable, below and touching the flag Centennial Quality Unit Award (most recent only), if applicable, 4 inches below the shoulder seam SHOULDER EPAULETS AND LOOPS SHOULDER SEAM 4" Left Sleeve Council shoulder patch is directly below the shoulder seam. Veteran unit bar, if worn, is centered and touching the council shoulder patch (above) and unit numeral (below). Unit numeral, if worn, is centered directly underneath and touching the council patch or veteran unit bar. On the official shirt, the badge of office is centered on the pocket, as shown. On the official uniform shirt, the badge of office is centered and touching the unit numeral, or centered 4 inches below the shoulder seam. When earned, the Trained leader strip is centered at the top of the pocket flap on the official shirt. On the official uniform shirt, it is centered as shown, touching the badge of office. RIGHT SLEEVE LEFT SLEEVE (OFFICIAL UNIFORM SHIRT) LEFT SLEEVE with pocket (OFFICIAL shirt) Right Pocket Boy Scouts of America strip is centered above the pocket. Order of the Arrow lodge insignia is worn on the pocket flap. Current national Scout jamboree insignia is centered above the BSA strip and any other items above the pocket. Optional insignia, if worn, is placed in the following order, from the BSA strip upward: interpreter strip, Venture or Varsity strip, name plate. The name plate may be worn on the pocket flap if no lodge insignia is worn. Temporary insignia, including one current world Scout jamboree patch, centered on pocket. Only one temporary insignia may be worn at a time, and they are not required for correct uniforming. Cub Scout leaders and female leaders wearing the official uniform shirt or blouse may wear one temporary insignia centered above the Boy Scouts of America strip. Left Pocket World Crest emblem is centered between the left shoulder seam and the top of the left pocket. Embroidered square knots are centered above the pocket in rows of three. Service stars are centered above the pocket, 3 4 inch from top point to top point and 3 8 inch from either the pocket or embroidered knots. VENTURE FRANÇAIS 3 4" 3 8" 2 Total insignia score (transfer to other side) RIGHT POCKET LEFT POCKET SKU Boy Scouts of America 1325 West Walnut Hill Lane P.O. Box Irving, Texas Printing indd 2 8/18/10 10:06 AM

Lawhorn Scouting Base May 19-25, Thundering Springs Rd Molena, GA 30258

8 DATE: MAY 19, 2018 TO: National Camping School Participant Lawhorn Scouting Base May 19-25, 2018 506 Thundering Springs Rd Molena, GA 30258 FROM: Jeff Brasher; Director, National Camping School Welcome