Del Webb Adventure Base 2016 Leader s Guide Gateway To Zion
Table of Contents Leadership Policy Statement 3 Del Webb Adventure Base Policy 3 Tour Plans. 3 Pricing 4 Campsite Reservation 5 Unit Roster 5 Commissioner Service 5 Counselor-in-Training Program Parents Information Meeting 6 Check-In at Camp 7 Monday Arrival 7 Reception Area 7 Vehicles in Camp 7 Phone Numbers & Mailing Address 8 Pets 8 Swim Check 8 Medical Form Information 8 Medical Screening 9 Medication in Camp 9 Emergency Mobilization 9 Trading Post 9 Troop Banker 9 Uniforms 9 Weather 9 Scoutmaster Challenge 10 Honor Trail (Scout s Own) 10 Kolob Adventure Race 10 Special Recognitions and Awards 10 Commissioner Awared 12 Order of the Arrow 12 Food Service and Menu 13 Merit Badges. 14 Schedule Tracker 15 Merit Badge Schedule 16 Adventure Base Schedule 17 Adventure Base Program 18 Fishing Licenses. 19 Pathfinder 19 Geocaching 19 Other Activities 19 Reminders. 20 What to Bring 21 Cooking Equipment 22 Daily Schedule 23 Maury Graham Story 24 Swim Classification Record 25 Washington County Waiver 27 Scout Participation Form 28 Special Diet Request 29 Del Webb Camp Map 30 Directions to Del Webb 31 Notes 32 2
LEADERSHIP POLICY STATEMENT All troops in camp must be under the leadership of two adults at all times, one of whom must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older. Leaders may rotate if necessary, but at least two adults must be with the troop twenty-four hours a day. At least one of these adults must have been youth protection trained. Committee members and other adult leaders who accompany a unit must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. Parents, who attend camp to meet the requirement for the second adult, do not have to be registered with BSA, but they need to be familiar with BSA policies and camp policies. If it is necessary to leave camp at any time, leaders must inform the camp director prior to leaving. DEL WEBB ADVENTURE BASE POLICY Where cities have many laws, at Del Webb there are just three: The Scout Oath, Law and The Outdoor Code. do not meet the criteria of standards set by the twelve points of the Scout Law and the Outdoor Code. We bring together a fine representation of what Scouting is: strong, youthful, and meaningful, with interest and excitement. We ask your cooperation and understanding as adults in helping us maintain high standards of moral and personal behavior. We can do no less. TOUR PLANS All out of council units attending summer camp at Del Webb Adventure Base must file a tour plan. You will need to show it at check-in. You will need one leader with current Youth Protection who will be at camp the entire time. You will also need someone with current Hazardous Weather Training. Both of these trainings are now required for a Tour Plan. All camper and staff conduct is judged as to how it measures against these guidelines. At camp, we cannot tolerate and will not permit activities that 3
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CAMPSITE RESERVATION A $200.00, non-refundable, per unit deposit is required to hold your campsite. A Unit is a Troop, Team or Crew. Each unit must have their own reservation form. If your unit is sponsored by the same organization, every effort will be made to put your units with each other. The deposit will be applied to the final payment of fees. Fees for the entire Unit must be paid in full by May 16, 2016. Camp director reserves the right to change campsites due to troop size. All changes to the numbers attending camp needs to be in writing either via email or as a note on your payments. The date of this written correspondence will be used to determine payments and refunds, if applicable. UNIT ROSTER The unit leader will need to bring a roster to camp and turn it into the camp director when checking into camp. This roster will show all boys registered in scouting, all leaders and their times/ dates they will be at camp. One adult registration can be split among several adults if they are sharing time at camp. The roster should list names and when they will be at camp. LAS VEGAS SUN SUMMER CAMP FUND For Scouts wishing to attend summer camp, but in need of financial assistance, the Las Vegas Sun has a special camper fund set up to provide financial assistance. The Las Vegas Area Council will favorably recommend all registered Scouts who are in need of assistance to attend one of the Las Vegas Area Council summer camps. Applications are available at the council resource center in the program office in March. Those that apply must return their application to the program office 30 days prior to attending camp. For further information contact the program office at (702) 968-8138. Be sure to sell your 2016 camp cards as well in order to earn your campership! COMMISSIONER SERVICE Del Webb Adventure Base provides a commissioner staff that is your front-line team. While commissioners have many duties and responsibilities, one of their primary jobs is to help your unit meet its goals and have a good camping experience. Rely on them as a friend, counselor, and an expert in many areas. If there is ever a question, the commissioner is the troop s first resource for an answer. They know what is going on or will get you an answer. You can help your commissioner ensure you have a great week in the following ways: Pre-plan each Scout s advancement goals and plot their plans for camp. Make sure your boys are assigned by patrols for duty rotation and activity participation. Attend the Council Pre-Camp Leader s Meeting on April 28, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. Pre-Plan your Troop s goals and come prepared to meet them. Your commissioner will meet with your troop upon arrival at camp, and daily to see how things are going. The commissioner is available to help out whenever he or she can. COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM (CIT) The summer camp youth staff is mainly composed of young people sixteen (16) years of age or older. There is a Counselor-In-Training program (CIT) for 14 and 15 year old boys and girls. These CIT positions are summer camp staff jobs, but they receive only room and board. No cash wages are involved. Scouts interested may pick up an application at the council resource center. The application must be signed by the applicant s unit leader, 5
and by the parents. There will also be an interview by the camp director. We need good Scouts to take part in this great summer adventure. AP- PLY NOW!!! PRE-CAMP LEADERS MEETING There will be A PRE-CAMP LEADERS MEETING held by the camp director and his staff. Every troop leader is required to attend, or send a representative to this meeting. You will be given a clear description of what the camp has to offer in merit badge programs, as well as all other activities. This will allow you to help your unit prepare for this event. You will have the opportunity to ask questions and give suggestions. These meetings will also give you the information necessary to conduct your troop parents information meeting. PLEASE PLAN TO ATTEND: PRE-CAMP LEADER s MEETING: Thursday April 28, 2016, 6 P.M. Donald W Reynolds Scouting Resource Center 7220 S Paradise Road, Las Vegas, NV 89119 Troop leaders need to attend the council s precamp leaders meeting in order to inform the parents, and help their boys plan their participation accordingly. Many troops hold a parents information meeting before camp. It is here that the details of camp are presented to the parents. Questions and answers can take a majority of the meeting. Don t expect to have all the answers, but assure the parents a reply will be returned to them. PARENTS INFORMATION MEETING It is important to encourage as many boys as possible to attend camp. Just as important as getting your boys excited about going to camp is promoting it to their parents. Certain promotional and informational data should be shared with Scouts and parents in your unit. The reason for this is to keep everyone informed, involved, excited, and prepared for the event. The Scouts need to know what to bring, what activities to prepare for, and what merit badges are offered. Parents will want to know cost, dates, location, where to send mail, and how to get in touch with someone in case of emergency. Scoutmasters need to know all of this and be able to answer questions parents may have. EXPERIENCE TELLS US.... There is no teacher like experience, so here are a few thoughts on how to get the most out of summer camp, taken from the comments and observations made by scoutmasters and staff over the past few years: Summer Camp is a place to learn, explore, and have fun with your friends. Merit badges are just part of the program For first year Scout campers, two merit badges are generally enough, especially is they are badges that he can complete and not badges that require too much skill for a young Scout For older Scouts, we suggest working on a maximum of four merit badges during the week. They will usually be working on more difficult badges that will require more of their time. Merit badge books, paper, and pencils are required for each Scout. Be aware of which badges require the most skill and physical strength. Merit badge work at camp can be made easier if Scouts begin preparations at home, particularly the written work. Just as they schedule merit badges, Scouts need to be encouraged to schedule time to work on those badges out of class. Even more importantly they need to take part in other aspects of the Del Webb Adventure Base program. Take a hike, spend some time in a ca- 6
noe, or try your hand at handicrafts. Don t forget to schedule some rest time too. That s right save some time to just sit back on your own and enjoy the wilderness around you. This goes for Scoutmasters as well as Scouts. Come to camp prepared. Have your patrols organized and select your leaders before you come. By doing this, you and your leaders can work on ideas for what your troop wants to do at camp. Make your campsite, your campsite!! Make it comfortable by adding improvements. Just remember to leave the area in good shape for the troops that will follow you. Be spirited! Your troop can help the whole camp to come alive, and everyone will have a better experience. Come prepared to share songs, cheers, and skits. Be flexible. Each week there can be as many as two hundred and fifty Scouts at Del Webb Adventure Base, and while our staff is dedicated to meeting everyone s needs, sometimes it can t be done right away, or just the way you had hoped. Remember, a Scout is friendly, cheerful, and courteous. We need to learn these lessons so that we can pass them on to our boys. Communicate. Let us know how you re doing, what you need, and how we can help. Find out who can best help you with your needs and we ll give it our best effort at meeting them. Finally, help us help you. We want Del Webb Adventure Base to be the finest Scout Camp in the state, but we can t do that without your support, and encouragement. CHECK-IN AT CAMP Your troop can choose to arrive on Sunday or Monday. If you choose to come on Sunday, checkin begins at 1:30 p.m. A troop guide who will orient you and your Scouts to where things are in camp will meet your troop. After all your equipment is in your campsite your troop guide will take you on a tour through the camp for medical checks, administration, other program areas like handicraft and nature. Afterward he will take you to your campsite. At 7:00 p.m. senior patrol leaders (accompanied by Scoutmasters) will meet with the camp director, program director, and commissioner to review merit badge schedules and other program needs. MONDAY ARRIVAL Some of our units may need to arrive early Monday morning. Please let the program office know at least two weeks prior to your unit s arrival at camp. Please have your roster and merit badge schedule ready upon arrival. You will follow this schedule on the first day. Arrive at 7:00 a.m. and check-in. 7:00-9:00 a.m.-medical checks 9:00 a.m. Merit badge classes begin 12:00 p.m. Lunch 11:00 a.m. Senior Patrol Leaders meeting at the Dining Shelter (accompanied by Scoutmasters) RECEPTION AREA Upon arrival at camp proceed to the parking lot. You will be greeted by a troop guide from the staff. The troop guide will stay with the troop and the unit leader along with the troop senior patrol leader will be asked to go to the camp office to begin the check-in process. VEHICLES IN CAMP Parking will be provided in the upper level of Del Webb Adventure Base or at the check-in area. You will be able to drive to your campsite and drop your gear. Small trailers will be allowed to remain in campsites at the Director s discretion. 7
Needless traffic on camp service roads is a hazard. Plan to park, walk, exercise, and enjoy the fresh air and the great-out-of-doors!! Because of the extremely dry conditions during the summer months, the threat of wild fires exists. A vehicle parked at a campsite becomes a potential hazard in the event of a fire; and also is an obstruction to firefighting equipment. ALL VEHICLES ARE TO BE BACKED INTO THE PARKING SPACE. NO VEHICLES WILL BE PERMITTED TO STAY IN CAMPSITES. EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS In case of an emergency, contact the following: Las Vegas Area Council 702-736-4366 CELL SERVICE AT DEL WEBB IS NON- EXISTENT. A SATELITTE PHONE IS AVAILABLE FOR EMERGENCIES ONLY AND AS OUT GOING CALLS. DEL WEBB ADVENTURE BASE MAILING AD- DRESS Del Webb Adventure Base Camper s Name and Unit Number Unit Number General Delivery Cedar City, Utah 84721 PETS PLEASE LEAVE ALL PETS AT HOME. No Pets of any type are allowed by BSA National Standards. Del Webb Adventure Base abounds with wildlife. These critters are safe and comfortable in their natural habitat. Please do not ask to take home any of the Del Webb permanent residents. SWIM CHECK There are no swim checks conducted at Del Webb. You must bring the completed Unit Swim Classification Record to camp with you. All campers will have a buddy tag issued, whether swimming or not. A unit leader must be in attendance with the troop at the time of the swim check. Any camper (adult or youth) who fails to produce the correct medical form will not be allowed to participate in aquatic activities. See page 24-25 for necessary swim check forms to be completed for your unit prior to your arrival. MEDICAL FORM INFORMATION All scouts and leaders must complete the Annual Health and Medical Record (680-001) which is available online at www.lvacbsa.org under FORMS. All sections (Parts A, B, &C) of the form must be filled out and signed by parents and a physician licensed to practice in the state where the scout or adult leader resides. The Annual Health and Medical Record must be dated within the previous 12 calendar months. Please download the form from our website to ensure you have the latest version. In the event of illness or injury, the Annual Health and Medical Reocrd provide valuable information needed for treatment. These approved medical forms also contain parent authorization for emergency treatment. A fully equipped medical facility, staffed by a trained first aid person is provided at camp at all times. Serious injuries or illness requiring hospitalization will be transported to the medical facilities in St. George where we have a pre-arranged agreement for treatment. NOTE: ANY SCOUT THAT COMES TO CAMP WITHOUT THE ANNUAL HEALTH AND MEDI- CAL FORM WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PAR- TICIPATE IN ANY ACTIVITIES. THIS IS IN AC- CORDANCE WITH THE BSA NATIONAL POLICY. 8
MEDICAL SCREENING Every adult and Scout who attends camp must have a medical screening upon arrival. The Camp Medical Officer will screen each person s medical form. We ask that any special health concerns be brought to the attention of the Medical Officer at this time. The Annual Health and Medical Record are kept in a secure central location. Information received is kept private but may be shared with certain staff members on a need to know basis. MEDICATION IN CAMP All medication brought to camp must be brought to the attention of the Medical Officer upon arrival. Refrigeration is available for storage when necessary. Prescription medication for chronic illness such as asthma or diabetes, should be kept by the person with the ailment, under the supervision of their troop leader. EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION Even at camp, there is always the possibility of an emergency situation such as fire or a severe storm. In the event of such a situation, it is important to account for the immediate safety of everyone in camp. This is called an EMERGENCY MOBILIZATION. If you or your Scouts hear sirens, fire bell, or horn sounded repeatedly three times in a row, report immediately to the designated area. The staff will check to verify everyone is accounted for and give further instructions. At the beginning of the camp week, there will be a drill to make sure everyone understands what to do. CRYSTAL CREEK TRADING POST Del Webb Adventure Base offers a good selection of supplies to be purchased at the Trading Post. Hours may vary from day to day, but times will be posted for all to see. Soft drinks, candy, souvenirs, and camping items will be available. Various handicraft kits and supplies are offered along with special items, tee shirts, patches, and merit badge books. You are welcome to come in, shop, and enjoy a cold drink, or snack at our outdoor cantina. TROOP BANKER It is suggested each Scout should bring about $50.00 to buy souvenirs, treats, and other needs at the trading post. An adult from each troop should serve as the banker during the week, allowing Scouts to check money in and out on a prearranged schedule. This prevents money from getting misplaced. UNIFORMS Why do Boy Scouts have a uniform? For the same reason a sports team or any organized group has a uniform. A proudly worn uniform gives a standard to be met. It promotes group spirit, designates equality, and gives a sense of unity among the members within the group. The official Boy Scout uniform does just that. The uniform is appropriate dress at any time during the week at camp. We ask all Scouts to be in full program uniform for dinner, chapel services, and any other formal ceremonies. During the day, each troop is encouraged to wear their troop, Del Webb, or standard BSA t-shirt. There will be an opportunity to order the t-shirts prior to camp. The unit leader will be able to personalize these t-shirts with unit number. Setting an example is the most important step you can make towards having a uniformed troop. Demonstrate your troop spirit and Scouting pride by being the best-uniformed troop at Del Webb Adventure Base. WEATHER Weather at 7,000-9,000 feet can be unpredictable and violent at times. Average temperatures will 9
be 85 during the day and 50 at night. A chance of afternoon thundershowers is possible (some say likely) and may include hail and lightning. Appropriate water proof gear and ponchos are a must. At least one adult should complete the BSA online Hazardous Weather training; it s better still if all adults in your unit do. USE OF CHEMICAL FUELS AND STOVES The following policy on the use of chemical fuels is from the Boy Scouts of America National Office: Knowledgeable adult supervision must be provided when Scouts are involved in the handling of chemical fuels. No chemical fueled lanterns or stove are to be used inside a tent. No flames of any kind inside a tent. Empty liquid petroleum cylinders should be returned home or to base camp. They should never be put near heat sources or with burnable trash. The use of liquid fuels for starting any type of fire is prohibited. Refill liquid gas stoves and lanterns at a safe distance from any flames, including other stoves and campfires. Do not leave a lighted stove or lantern unattended. SCOUTMASTER CHALLENGE On Thursday, Scoutmasters can compete in several events, rifle, 3D archery, shotgun, climbing, rappelling, and 3 Gun Challenge. HONOR TRAIL - SCOUT S OWN A non-denominational service will take place at on Tuesday evening at 8:00 p.m. during each week of summer camp. We encourage all to attend and be in full uniform. KOLOB ADVENTURE RACE is held on Friday, starting at 3:00 P.M. The race is a relay race utilizing scout skills. SPECIAL RECOGNITION AND AWARDS Del Webb Adventure Base has three special awards for individuals that will test the skills of first year campers or fourth year campers and leaders alike. The awards are presented at the discretion of the unit leader. These awards are challenging and can be earned by Scouts and leaders. The requirements for each award are on the following page. 10
Maurice Graham Bronze Award Requirement 1. Attend Camp for 6 days and 5 nights 2. Complete a commisioner approved 2-hour service project 3. Sing in a unit song at flags (prearrange with Program Director) 4. Complete assigned duties 5. Participate in a unit activity 6. Take camp orientation tour 7. Do a good turn Maurice Graham Silver Award Requirement 1. Earn the Maurice Graham Bronze Award 2. Complete 8 of the following: a. Tie 5 of the 8 basic knots b. Complete 1 handicraft project c. Teach a Scout skill to 2 or more scouts d. Complete 1 additional merit badge e. Point out 4 constellations f. Participate as a leader in a unit activity g. Shoot at the rifle range h. Shoot at the archery range i. Complete a commisioner approved assignment given by a leader j. Complete plane crash hike k. Participate in a special program - Kolob Adventure Race or Honor Trail Maurice Graham Gold Award Requirement 1. Earn the Maurice Graham Silver Award 2. Attend Monday and Friday campfires in full BSA uniform 3. Complete 5 of the following: a. Complete program not done above - Kolob Adventure Race or Honor Trail b. Hike a Zion National Park Trail c. Paul Bunyon Award d. Pioneering project e. Plane crash hike f. Participate in a cat-eye event 11
Commissioner's Award Requirement 1. More than 50% of your unit must earn a Maurice Graham Silver Award 2. Must have at least two registered leaders in camp all week 3. Four day average of 75 or better on campsite inspections 4.Participate in at least two of the following as a unit: a. Plane crash hike b. Nature Trail c. Honor Trail d. Pipe Line Trail e. Outpost Trail 5. Attend the opening and closing campfires as a unit 6. Attend the Sunday or Monday Senior Patrol Leader's meeting (accompanied by Scoutmaster or Unit Leader) 7. Post your unit's program schedule and merit badge schedule on bulletin board 8. Senior Patrol Leader or Crew officer conducts daily pre-inspections of campsites 9. At least one adult leader attends the daily Scoutmaster meetings. 10. Participate in a Kolob Hike, or a hike that takes place day or night. ORDER OF THE ARROW The Order of the Arrow (OA) is a brotherhood of service. In Las Vegas Area Council, the OA lodge is called Nebagamon. The main objective of the Order of the Arrow is to promote camping in the council s Scout troops, teams, and crews. In addition, the OA provides cheerful service to the council camps through service projects, workdays, and Ordeal weekends. Thursdays are OA days at camp and all Brothers are asked to wear their sashes when in the field uniform. Special Thursday night activities are planned to enhance the Order of the Arrow and all Brothers are asked to assist with the activities. Please contact the camp OA Chief or any staff OA Brother to volunteer. 12
Del Webb Adventure Base Menu Breakfast Lunch Dinner Monday Eggs Sausage Fruit Oatmeal Sandwiches Fruit Soup Chips Soft Shell Tacos Refried Beans Pudding Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Pancakes Hot Cocoa Bacon Fruit Cold Cereal Eggs Hash Browns Bacon Oatmeal Fruit French Toast Sausage Fruit Pancakes Ham Cold Cereal Fruit Hot Cocoa Continental Breakfast Served at Check Out Cheeseburgers Lettuce Tomato Fruit Zion Hike Sandwiches Chips Granola Bars Fruit Hot Dogs Pork and Beans Chips Fruit Sandwiches Fruit Soup Chips Spaghetti w/ Meat Sauce French Bread Green Beans Cookies Chili w/meat Crackers Fruit Chicken & Rice Broccoli Carrots Onions Cookies Chicken Fried Steak Country Gravy Mashed Potatoes Corn Rolls Menus are subject to change FOOD SERVICE When do we eat? is probably one of the first questions your Scouts will ask. Food service is commissary style. The camp provides the food and the campers prepare it in their campsites. Food can be picked up at the Connex in the middle camp. Food will be transported in an ice chest. To get your next meal, the ice chests must be returned to the Commissary Area. Water Coolers will also be provided. You may want to include a large wheeled wagon in your camp supplies to facilitate getting food to your campsite. Food distribution times will be announced at your checkin. If you decide to bring your own food to camp, we will help you store it. Contact the commissary director for more details. GUEST MEALS If your unit expects guests for any meals during the week, it is necessary to inform the Commissary Staff in advance. There will be a $6 charge for additional meals. 13
Merit Badges Register for merit badges online at lvacbsa.org/boy-scouts/boy-scout-camp/del-webb-adventure-base/ Merit Badge Requirements Merit Badge Requirements Swimmer Classification Read the merit badge book Read the merit badge book. Bring money for arrow kit. Canoeing Archery Swimmer Classification Read the merit badge book Read the merit badge book. Bring money for ammo. Rowing Rifle Shooting Read the merit badge book. Read the merit badge book. Bring money for ammo. Fishing Shotgun Shooting Read the merit badge book. Complete requirements 1C, and 2. Read the merit badge book. Kayaking Enviromental Science Read the merit badge book. Read the merit badge book. Complete #4 before coming to camp. Wilderness Survival Nature Geocaching Read the merit badge book. Complete requirements 7, 8, and 9. Bring your GPS Geology Read the merit badge book. Read the merit badge book. Read the merit badge book. Bring your knife. $5 for projects. Pioneering Wood Carving Read the merit badge book. Read the merit badge book. $10 for supplies. Orienteering Leather Work Read the merit badge book. Bring $20 for projects. Read the merit badge book. $15 for supplies. Indian Lore Read the merit badge book. Bring a self assembled first aid kit with neckerchief or triangle bandage Basketry First Aid 14
Use this chart to keep track of your scouts' schedules. Scout Name Activity Shooting Sports 3D/Action Archery Climbing and Rapelling Mountain Biking MountainBoarding Zion Hikes ATV (ages 16 and up) Fly Fishing Kayaking Rowing Paddle Boards Sailing Canoeing Basketry Leatherwork Wood Carving Environmental Science Geology Nature Geocaching Indian Lore Orienteering Pioneering Wilderness Survival Fishing Rowing Canoeing First Aid Pathfinder 15
Merit Badge Schedule Class Block and Time Pathfinder (3 Block Class) First Aid (2 Block Class, Limit of 15) Canoeing (2 Block Class) Rowing (2 Block Class) Kayaking (2 Block Class) Fishing (2 Block Class Basketry Leatherwork Woodcarving Archery (Limit of 12 per) Rifle Shooting (2 Hour Block, Limit of 32 Per) Shotgun Shooting (2 Block Class, Limit of 16 Per) Environmental Science (2 Block Class) Geology Nature Geocaching Indian Lore Orienteering Pioneering Wilderness Survival (limit 20 per Class) A - 9:00 am B - 10:00 am C - 11:00 am D - 1:30 pm E - 2:30 pm Other Aquatics Handicraft Shooting Sports Nature Outdoor Skills Scout Name Block A Block B Block C Block D Block E **Sign Up Soon: Class sizes are limited. **Aquatics is off site at Kolob Reservoir. Unit Leaders must provide transportation to the Reservoir. 16
Adventure Base Schedule ATV Must be 16 years old. Can only sign up for one session. AM Session is 7-12, PM Session is 1-6 Youth participants take priority, Adults will be accomodated as space allows. Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM Climbing Can only sign up for one session. Mountain Biking Moutain Boarding Aquatics Must provide own transportation to Kolob Resevior 3D Archery/Action Archery Must be at least 14 years old. 3 Gun, Blackpowder, Pistol, & Crossbows** Must be at least 14 years old. Shotgun** AM Session is 9-12 a.m. PM Session is 1-4 p.m. Unless noted above **After the Adventure Base allotment of ammo is used, you can purchase more ammo tickets through the Crystal Creek Trading Post Group sizes are limited in each session. Check online for availability. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM AM PM Our Schedule HIKE DAY 17
THE ADVENTURE BASE PROGRAM AT DEL WEBB The following activities are for youth 14 and up (ATVs 16 and up). At camp, staff will assign rotation groups to experience Adventure Base activities. Climbing/Rappelling Experience the thrill of climbing and the rush of rappelling, learning team work, developing communication skills, and overcoming fear. ATV Learn how to maintain and ride an ATV in a controlled course environment, ending with an exhilarating trail ride to a plane crash site. For scouts aged 16 and above; plan for a five-hour long class. Crossbow/ Pistol/Black Powder Test your aim! Try your skill with the crossbow, in use since the 5th century BCE. In the same area, you can also shoot black powder and pistols. Participants are given 5 tickets upon sign-up, with 10 shots allotted per ticket. Additional tickets may be purchased through the Crystal Creek Trading Post. Shotgun/Rifle Shooting Crossbows and pistols too small for you? Try these big guns on for size. Mountain Biking Ride the breath-taking mountains of Del Webb, with miles of trail offering challenges for bikers of all skill levels. Mountain Boarding You don t need snow to shred down a mountain; grab a mountain board and get ready to ride! Kayaking Paddle out in open water with the staff at Kolob Reservoir, and take in a game of kayak football while you re at it! Paddle Boards Glide peacefully on the water s surface with a paddle board. For an added degree of difficulty, try practicing your yoga on the water. Zion Hikes Hikes are available on Wednesday. If you choose a hike requiring a permit the unit will be responsible for securing the permit and transportation. 3D/Action Archery An exciting take on traditional archery, with life-like 3D targets all while on the move. 3 Gun Challenge A fun shooting event. Accuracy and time are counted while shooting shotguns, rifle and pistol. 18
FISHING LICENSES There is an opportunity to do some fishing. The staff will have some fishing poles, hooks, etc. available to check out, at no cost, but the bait will be the responsibility of the fisherman. There are crayfish in Kolob also. The state of Utah does not require a fishing license for anyone eleven (11) years old or younger. However, anyone twelve (12) years old or older must have a Utah fishing license. The cost for a seven-day out-of-state fishing license is $32.00. For additional information, call 1-435-865-6100, which is the Cedar City Office of the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Out of state licenses may be purchased over the Internet at http:// www.wildlife.utah.gov/fishing/. PATHFINDER PROGRAM The quality of the experience of the first-year Scouts you bring to camp is dependent upon the success they achieve at Del Webb Adventure Base. Scouts are eager to earn merit badges and rank advancement. Our goal is to be a resource for you and them in the quest for both. The Pathfinder Program is just the place for your first-year Scouts. The Scoutmaster and Scout determine the Scout s needs and signs him up to the right group. A Scout should only be enrolled in Tenderfoot, Second Class, or First Class program. Each group acquires a unique set of skills that are specific to that rank. Pathfinder programs are from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 each day. Scouts will meet their Pathfinder guide at 9:00 a.m. at the dining shelter. GEOCACHING Want to try GEOCACHING? Here are a few keys to unlock the secrets of Kolob s Cache of silver. The tools used for geocaching are maps and a GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) unit. The GPS unit will help you determine the directions but the ability to understand a map will help you gain knowledge of the terrain. The cache or treasure can be of real value or a trinket to be discovered and a log book to record your find. In our case, the treasure and locations will change from time to time, however it will stay within the boundaries of Del Webb Adventure Base. During your week at Del Webb Adventure Base, work with the staff in the Outdoor Skills area to learn how to read and use a map and compass. For practice use these skills on all of the cat eye trails. They will also teach you how to use a GPS (you can bring your own). Once you can read a map and use the GPS to determine coordinates, select two partners (take at least a quart of water of water each with you) and set out to find the treasure. SPECIAL NOTE: Do not remove the cache, just leave a note that you were there with the date and time. OTHER ACTIVITIES As if there wasn t enough to do during your time at Del Webb, there are several more free-time activities to choose from, including: Volleyball Soccer Frisbee Golf Horseshoes Gaga Ball (Israeli Dodgeball) Equipment can be checked out at Crystal Creek Trading Post. 19
HERE ARE A FEW EXTRA REMINDERS 1. Scouts should have no reason to leave camp, but if leaving is necessary, they must be under the direction of one of their adult leaders. It is also necessary to notify the camp director or one of his representatives. Scouts leaving camp must be signed out by a parent or guardian with prior knowledge of the Scoutmaster. 2. Camp is an outdoor nature experience. Personal items such as radios, stereos, mp3 players, electronic games, etc. are not appropriate at camp. A Scout will be distracted and cheated out of a full outdoor experience by these types of items. 3. Do not bring rifles, ammunition, bows and arrows to camp. The camp provides these items for earning the merit badges, and for recreational shooting. Personal firearms and bows will be permitted in camp only if the camp director has granted prior approval. All personal firearms and archery equipment will be stored under lock and key at the ranges, and must be checked in to the shooting sports director upon arrival at camp. 4. No fireworks may be brought to or used at camp. 5. No alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs are allowed on BSA property. 6. Scouts must stay out of other troop campsites unless invited. Off-limits include: camp ranger s home and yard, maintenance area and staff quarters. 7. All fires must be tended at all times. 8. All liquid fuels must be stored in a designated area under adult supervision. 9. No flames of any kind in tent. 10. No sheath knives allowed in camp. PLEASE LEAVE YOUR CAMPSITE AND LATRINE AREA BETTER THAN YOU FOUND IT. 20
Equipment List CAMP NECESSITIES Tent Cot or bed Ground cloth, air mattress or foam pad Merit Badge Books Writing paper & pen or pencil SUGGESTED EXTRAS Sunglasses Compass Canteen GPS if you have one Bible, or Prayer Book DON T FORGET Doctor signed Annual Health and Medical Form for each person at camp PERSONAL ITEMS NEEDED Scout uniform (Pants and shirt) Personalized camp t-shirt - ordered before hand Poncho or rain gear T-shirts (camp T-shirts for sale at camp- limited sizes) Underwear (5 or more) Hiking boots and heavy socks Extra socks (1 pair per day) Work gloves Scout Handbook Camera and film Spending money ($50.00) Plastic bag for dirty clothes Watch Jacket or sweater Rugged pants (jeans) Hat or visor Tennis shoes Swimming trunks Pajamas TOILETRY KIT Toothbrush and toothpaste Comb or brush Sunscreen Shaving gear (?) Sleeping bag Flashlight (fresh batteries) Soap Chapstick or lip balm Bath towel(s) and wash cloth(s) Deodorant We suggest the boys bring $50 cash to cover the cost of materials, drinks etc. ADDITIONAL COSTS $15.00 for a box of Shotgun Ammunition $ 0.50 Rifle Costs, includes 5 shots and target $10.00 Leatherwork $20.00 Indian Lore $15.00 Basketry $ 5.00 Wood Carving WE SUGGEST EACH ITEM OF CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT BE LABELED WITH THE BOY S NAME, ADDRESS, AND TROOP NUMBER Have your Health Form, Scout permission forms, water bottle, and sunscreen out when you first arrive. Do not pack these items in your backpack. The medical screening and your roster will be the first items of needed when you arrive at camp! 21
Patrol Cooking Equipment The goal of the Commissary Staff is to ensure that you have great food! We have worked hard to ensure that each meal is well planned and nutritious. The following is a list to help you make sure you have the basics to cook at camp. This is not an allinclusive list, just basics. Make sure you bring everything you may need. We are a long way from town and it will be difficult to acquire anything you may forget. Make sure you bring your standard camping gear. We do not provide tools, tarps, tents, sleeping bags or other camping gear. 2 Burner Camp Chef with a griddle Sauces and spices that you may like to jazz things up a little bit 5 gallon water jug Garbage bags Dishwashing supplies: 3 dishpans Scrubbers, dish towels Mesh bag for hanging utensils and dishes Rubber gloves, to protect hands from hot water Plates, bowls, cups (hot and cold) and utensils, Washable or disposable (we do not provide these things) Frying pan, small and large Spatula, or pancake flipper Whisk Ladle Rubber spatula, heat resistant Tongs, long and short Mixing spoons Mixing bowls (small, medium and large) Knives, chopping and paring Cutting Boards Vegetable peeler 2 quart pitcher Can opener Serving spoons Sauce pans, small and large 2 Dutch ovens, 12-14 as needed for your unit Coffee pot for boiling water for hot chocolate or dishwashing Scissors Large pot (cooking spaghetti or boiling hot dogs) Non-stick cooking spray 22
Time Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 7:00 Breakfast/Unit Check-In 2016 Daily Schedule Breakfast Breakfast 8:15 9:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 1:30 3:00 4:00 5:15 5:30 7:00 SM/SPL Meeting 8:00 8:15 Unit Check In Troop Time Merit Badge Instruction/Pathfinders Adventure Base Activities Open Program Welcome Campfire Flags Flags Merit Badge Instruction/Pathfinders Adventure Base Activities Lunch Lunch Merit Badge Instruction/Pathfinders Adventure Base Activities Flags Dinner Troop Time Honor Trails/Scouts Own Hike Day This is your day to get out of camp and enjoy the incredible sites in the area. Zion National Park is a great option with several great day hikes. Check with the camp staff for suggestions. Be sure and pick up your lunch the night before. Merit Badge Instruction/Pathfinders Adventure Base Activities Kolob Adventure Race @ 3 p.m. Troop Time Flags Dinner Open Program Troop Time Closing Campfire 10:00 Lights Out Troop Check in includes medical screening, camp tour, and campsite set up. During open Program all areas are open for merit badge work/fun except the lake. Troop Time is for your unit to decide. Talk to your Commissioner or Program Director for ideas. 11:00 a.m. Daily--Scoutmaster/Senior Patrol Leader Meeting at dining shelter. 7:00 p.m. Thursday--Scoutmaster 3 Gun/Archery Challenge. Saturday is Camp take down, check out and a continental breakfast served at the camp kitchen. 23
Captain Maurice F. Maury Graham Pilot Patriot Pioneer. January 1930 (From the Nevada Aerospace Hall of Fame website) Maurice F. Graham was born in Indiana to Frank and Fannie Graham. He served the U.S. Army as a pilot during World War I. During the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, he saved the lives of hundreds of American servicemen of the Lost Battalion, who were surrounded by German forces in a dense fog. On October 6, 1918, as a member of the I Corps Observation Group, Graham participated in the first combat airlift in history. They were informed of the Lost Battalion s location by Cher Ami, a carrier pigeon, which was the only means of communication. Graham and members of the 50th Aero Squadron dropped baskets of supplies from DH-4s to the 308th Infantry Regiment, using parachutes to soften the descent. However, when Graham returned from the mission, he was told that that the location given by the Lost Battalion was incorrect and occupied by German forces. Despite this, the Lost Battalion held on until the Allied force broke through a German line. For his contribution in the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, Graham received both the Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC) and the French Legion of Honor (LOH). Graham was working in a stationary store when C. C. Moseley hired him to fly for Western Air Express. It was dangerous to fly airmail routes in the early days. Many pilots died or were injured trying to deliver mails on time even in difficult weather conditions. But pilots knew Graham as a cautious yet fearless flyer. He flew Western s first eastbound flight from Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, with a fuel stop in Las Vegas. This flight on April 17, 1926 was the first airmail flight to Las Vegas as it arrived about an hour before the westbound flight did. The little desert community celebrated this great event. Most of the people in town came out to see the landing of the airplane. Bill Morgan, a local cowboy, reenacted the Pony Express by riding onto the plane and handed mails to Graham. Graham s last flight was on January 10, 1930. When he landed in Las Vegas for refuel, he learned that the weather conditions between Las Vegas and Salt Lake City were quite bad with heavy snowfall. Against the judgment of those on the ground, Graham decided continuing his flight. His plane was last observed when circling St. George, Utah, and vanished after that. He was flying in one of the worst blizzards in the area s history. The howling snowstorm forced his red and silver Boeing 95 biplane down in the Kanarra Mountains in the dark of night, damaging a wingtip and the landing gear. Graham had only a turn and bank indicator, airspeed indicator, altimeter, and a compass in the airplane; no radio, no attitude gyro, and no means of communication. The entire Army Air Corps engaged in the largest and longest aerial search in history without success. On June 24, 1930, six months after the crash, local ranchers finally found Graham s plane. He had landed alive, possibly with a head injury, but died after several days while trying to descend the mountain. James Allen, who searched the area, saw some wheat growing from behind a log and located Graham s remains. The wheat had sprouted from seeds that Graham had been carrying to chew in an attempt to stop smoking. 24
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Scout Participation Permission Form (Please Print Legibly) Unit Type & #: Dates Attending Camp: Scout s Name: Age: Birthdate: Male/Female: Address: City: State: Zip: Printed Parent/Guardian s Name: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Other: Camp Shooting Sports My son/daughter has permission to participate in the Camp Shooting Sports Programs: (Check all that apply).22 Caliber rifles Muzzle loader Rifles Shotguns Pistols Archery Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: High Adventure Programs My son/daughter has permission to participate in: (Check all that apply) Camp Climbing & Rappelling instruction Mountain Bicycling ATV (Must be at least 16 years old) I understand these are High Adventure Programs with inherent risks. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Parent Pick Up Permission The following are allowed to pick up my son/daughter from camp. (only those listed will be allowed) Name: Relation: Phone: Name: Relation: Phone: Name: Relation: Phone: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Complete one form per youth participant. 28
Special Diet Request Form Las Vegs Area Council 2016 Summer Camp Allergies and special diets are a common concern of our campers. Our food service personel is experienced with accommodating most diets including food allergies, religious restrictions, and other health related needs. We are happy to make reasonable accomodations, provided this form is submitted three weeks prior to arrival at camp. Please note: Special diet requests are for food allergies, religious restrictions and other health related needs only. Requests should not be made for food preferences, personal taste, or picky eaters. The camp cannot accommodate these requests and they will not be honored. Example of a special diet requests include: gluten free diet, kosher meals, peanut allergy, lactose intolerance, vegetarian, sugar free, etc. Examples of diets that are not a special request are: Child does not like vegetables, child will only eat hot dogs, etc. Please complete this form and submit to the Las Vegas Area Council Form must be submitted at least three weeks prior to arrival at camp. Scout s Name: Unit Type & Number: Date Attending: Medical Condition or Religious Need: Special Diet Request: (Provide examples of substitutions etc.) Person to contact for clarifications: Phone: Email: Special food requests should only be made for food allergies, religious restrictions, or other health related issues. 29
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