ROTARY SCOUT RESERVATION 279 Davitt Lake Road Averill Park, NY 12018 (518) 283-4794 www.rsrbsa.org TO: FROM: National Camping School Participant Rotary Scout Reservation 279 Davitt Lake Road Averill Park, NY June 17-23, 2017 Richard Stockton, Director National Camping School Welcome to the National Camping School at Rotary Scout Reservation, near Albany, NY! Your application has been received. On behalf of the camp school faculty, we eagerly look forward to having you with us at Rotary Scout Reservation. The Course Director for this camp school will be Richard Stockton. He can be contacted at richard.stockton@scouting.org. A BSA 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. The cost of an on-site physical will be $100. Please download the current BSA Medical Form at: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/healthandsafety/ahmr.aspx Please plan to arrive between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. (local time) on Saturday, June 17. Departure will be on Friday morning, June 23. All participants who are enrolled in any retraining sections will be able to depart after 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20.. If you are participating in the Aquatics Section, your class will begin at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 16. Friday dinner is included in your fee. If you are participating in the Trek Leader Section, your class will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, June 16. Plan to arrive on Thursday evening. Thursday evening lodging and breakfast, and lunch and dinner on Friday are included in your fee. The complete, correct BSA uniform is required for all participants. The BSA or Venturing field uniform will be worn throughout camp school. This includes the official uniform shirt with shoulder loops, Scout shorts or pants with Scout belt, and socks. A Scouting polo or t-shirt may be worn in place of the uniform shirt at designated times, however the complete field uniform is required for evening meals, retreat ceremonies, worship services, campfires, and other formal activities. (See attached Uniform Inspection Sheet.) TWIN RIVERS COUNCIL, BSA UPSTATE NEW YORK
Housing will be in tents with canvas cots. Please bring a sleeping bag or bedding appropriate for the weather, which can include cool nights. Bedding and linens will not be provided. For more information about the host facility, including photos, please visit www.rsrbsa.org or www.trcscouting.org/ncs. The telephone number at Rotary Scout Reservation is (518) 283-4794. In addition to the items listed above, please bring an open mind, a co-operative attitude, a willing smile and a lot of enthusiasm. If you are arriving early due to travel arrangements, you may come on Friday. The early arrival fee is $40, which includes dinner on Friday and breakfast on Saturday. Your council will be billed if you arrive early, so be sure to consult with them prior to doing so. Complimentary transportation will be provided by the Twin Rivers Council for participants arriving via air, rail, or bus to Albany, NY. Transportation will be available from the following locations: Albany International Airport Albany/Rensselaer Amtrak Station Albany Bus Terminal 50 minutes from camp 35 minutes from camp 35 minutes from camp To schedule shuttle transportation, please contact Council Host Liaison Brian Murray as soon as possible, and no later than 24 hours prior to arrival, at campdirector@rsrbsa.org. Remember, you should plan so that your arrival at camp is Saturday morning or earlier. If travel plans change, please let us know. National Supply will have a trading post at National Camping School where you will have an opportunity to purchase limited edition items. You can also preview and purchase items to be sent directly to your home via the National Camping School online store at: www.scoutstuff.org/bsa/special-collections/camp-school.html. We look forward to working with you to help Build An Adventure for thousands of Scouts this summer! enclosures: Directions Camp Map Equipment List of What to Bring Checklist for All Participants Uniform Inspection Sheet Personal Resource Questionnaire Directions to Rotary Scout Reservation
Crossroads of the Northeast Region City Hartford, CT Boston, MA New York, NY Montpelier, VT Manchester, NH Philadelphia, PA Portland, ME Buffalo, NY Driving Time 2 h 3 h 3 h 3 h, 5 min 3 h, 15 min 4 h, 10 min 4 h, 20 min 4 h, 40 min GPS Address: 279 Davitt Lake Road, Averill Park, NY 12018 From the West: From the Albany (West) side of the Hudson River or from the Thruway (Exit 24), take I-90 East to Exit 8. Travel straight through 4 traffic lights on Route 43 East (the fourth being in West Sand Lake at the intersection of Route 43 and Route 150). Shortly after you pass the Bonded Concrete Company, take a Left on to Route 351. At the second traffic light (blinking light) take a Right on to Plank Road (County Route 40). Continue 1.5 miles to the top of the hill. Take a Left over the bridge onto Blue Factory Road (County Route 79). Take the next Left on to Davitt Lake Road. The camp is at the end of the road. From the East From points East (Mass Pike/Taconic State Parkway) travel West on I-90 to Exit 11. At the traffic light make a Left on to Route 150 North. Continue for eight miles. At the traffic light take a Right on to Route 43 East. Shortly after you pass the Bonded Concrete Company, take a Left on to Route 351. At the second traffic light take a Right on to Plank Road (County Route 40). Continue 1.5 miles to the top of the hill. Take a Left over the bridge onto Blue Factory Road (County Route 79). Take the next Left on to Davitt Lake Road. The camp is at the end of the road. From the South From points South of Albany, take NYS Thruway to exit 23. Get on 787 North to the I-90 interchange and take I-90 East across the Hudson River to Exit 8. Travel straight through 4 traffic lights on Route 43 (the 4th being in West Sand Lake at the intersection on Route 43 and Route 150). Shortly after you pass the Bonded Concrete Company, take a Left on to Route 351. At the second traffic light (blinking light) take a Right on to Plank Road (County Route 40). Continue 1-½ miles to the top of the hill. Take a Left (over bridge) onto Blue Factory Road (County Route 79). Take the next Left on to Davitt Lake Road. The camp is at the end of the road. From the North From the North, take the Northway (I-87) to Exit 7 (Route 7 East). Continue East through Troy on Route 7 for several miles. Shortly after the Brunswick Fire Department, turn right on to Route 278. At the light take a left on to Route 2 East and take the first right on to Route 351 South. At the blinking light in Poestenkill take a Left on to Plank Road (County Route 40). Continue 1-½ miles to the top of the hill. Take a Left
(over bridge) onto Blue Factory Road (County Route 79). Take the next Left on to Davitt Lake Road. The camp is at the end of the road.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED BY STUDENTS ALL PARTICIPANTS SHOULD BRING: ***Current BSA Medical Form (all sections completed)*** Two or more complete official Scouter field uniforms Washcloths and towels Camp or Scout t-shirts, Scout cap Sleeping bag, blanket, sheets, pillow/pillowcase BSA Handbook and Fieldbook (current edition) Job description, camp schedules, promotional materials 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 SECTION PARTICIPANTS SHOULD ALSO BRING: AQUATICS DIRECTOR SECTION CPR Certification WSI Certificate (if held) First Aid Certificate Kneeling pads (for canoeing) Sandals, canvas shoes, or tennis shoes Mask, snorkel and fins COPE and CLIMBING SECTIONS Long pants, comfortable for climbing (no jeans) Sweatshirt, long-sleeve shirt Hydration system or water bottle(s) Local Council COPE/Climbing Staff Training plan Local Council COPE/Climbing Operations plan Tennis shoes (or climbing shoes) ECOLOGY/CONSERVATION SECTION Binoculars Canteen Hiking boots (waterproof) CAMP DIRECTOR & PROGRAM DIRECTOR SECTIONS Camp long-range and maintenance plans Camp Program/Leader s Guide Camp conservation plan Staff job descriptions & letter of employment Camp budget and menus Bathing suit or swimming trunks (2) Cap with visor, sunglasses, extra towels Suntan block or lotion, sun hat Button-up, long-sleeve shirt, jacket or sweater Diagram or sketch of your camp waterfront area(s) Sturdy boots for hiking Leather palm gloves, bandana or neckerchief Appropriate rain gear (no ponchos) Sunscreen Daypack Small backpack or fanny pack Field notebook Camp conservation plan Camp staff organizational chart Staff manuals, training schedules Brochures, maps, promotional materials, etc. Laptop (strongly recommended) RANGER SECTION Camp conservation plan Camp maintenance plan Camp plan drawings and photos Camp promotional video Brochures, promotional materials, etc. OUTDOOR SKILLS/FIRST YEAR CAMPER & TREK LEADER Pocketknife Hand Ax or ¾ Ax & whetstone (OS) File, 8 Mill Bastard (OS) Compass (Pathfinder preferred) Pack & frame or combo pack (for overnight hike) Plate, cup, bowl, eating utensils, water bottle Backpacking tent, ground cloth, and pad SHOOTING SPORTS SECTION Eye and ear protection Staff manual Camp budget & Council Long Range Plan Building maintenance records Ideas, gadgets, devices, etc., to share Hiking boots & comfortable in-camp shoes Personal First Aid kit Work gloves Fishing Equipment (OS) Folding chair (OS) Camera (OS) (OS-Outdoor Skills/FYC Section Only) Long-sleeve cotton shirt
ROTARY SCOUT RESERVATION 279 Davitt Lake Road Averill Park, NY 12018 (518) 283-4794 www.rsrbsa.org Checklist for All Participants Welcome to National Camping School! You should arrive between 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Before we get started, there are a few things to do upon arrival: 1. Dress in BSA Field Uniform. 2. Check in at the registration area located at the camp office. 3. Turn in your BSA Medical Form. 4. Get your housing assignment. 5. Have an interview with your section leader. 6. Turn in your resource sheet to your section leader. 7. Pick up your NCS name tag from your section leader. 8. Go to the swimming area for your swim check (aquatics only). 9. Go to the dining hall, ready for lunch and formal opening at 12:30 noon. If you have any questions, please ask a staff member or a host council representative. My section meets for training. (time and place) TWIN RIVERS COUNCIL, BSA UPSTATE NEW YORK
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