2013 thanksgiving camp leader's guide

4th | Annual Thanksgiving Camp

Southeast Louisiana Council, Boy Scouts of America P.O. Box 1146, Metairie, LA 70004 bsa-selacouncil.org

There is just something special about

CAMP

From the dawns we watch, until the sets we see, the glory that surround us, here in every tree, we learn the paths before us, we swim in every stream, we bear upon these wooded paths with smiles and our dreams, V-Bar V-Bar, where we see the stars, shout for the camp that means oh so much to me, and when our time is done our sons we shall send and they shall know as we have known the glory and the fun, V-Bar V-Bar where we see the stars shout for the camp that means oh so much to me, shout for the camp that means oh so much to meeeeeeeeeeee!

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Dear Unit Leaders and Scouts: Welcome to the 2013 camping season at Camp V-Bar. We look forward to providing your Troop the program quality and service they deserve. Camp V-Bar is well known for a quality program and quality service. We hope this Leader’s Guide will be helpful to you and your troop in planning for your Thanksgiving Camp experience. Whether your Scouts are new to your Troop or experienced Eagle Scouts, we offer a program for all, including an enhanced first-year program, a traditional merit badge program, and a complete high adventure program for older Scouts and Ventures.

This year we are striving for a fun academic program with the addition of new activities and new merit badges. We want our scouts to learn and grow from this experience and bring it back to their Troops. We want you to attend Thanksgiving Camp 2013 and experience fun like never before!

Thanks to a partnership with Exxon Mobil, we are very pleased to offer our new “Mission to Mars Program”, where scouts are able to work on and learn about the least technology. While doing so, they will gain a better knowledge of space, through Space Exploration, Robotics, Computers and other related merit badges!

Thanksgiving Camp is designed to be a highlight of your Troop’s camping year. Our dedicated staff will do everything in our power to make sure your stay with at Camp V-Bar creates memories that will last a lifetime. Let’s get to work and make Thanksgiving Camp 2013 one for all to enjoy and remember!

On behalf of the Southeast Louisiana Council and the 2013 Camp V-Bar Thanksgiving Camp Staff, we look forward to seeing you this fall!

Yours in Scouting,

Chris Torres Brandon M. Queen Tracy Jones Camp Director Program Director Camp Advisor

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Table of Contents: Camp Location.................................................................3 Camp Directions..............................................................3 Camp Dates.......................................................................3 Camp Fee Schedule..........................................................3 Fees.....................................................................................3 Refunds..............................................................................3 Check Request..................................................................4 Camp Telephone...............................................................4 Cellular Phones.................................................................4 Dining Hall........................................................................4 Dietary Needs...................................................................4

Schedule and Prerequisites

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Daily Schedule..................................................................5 Class Schedule...................................................................6 Schedule Overview...........................................................7 Prerequisite........................................................................8 Saturday Schedule............................................................9 Wednesday Schedule........................................................9

Program Schedule

Trading Post......................................................................14 Dress Code/Uniform.......................................................14 Rules for Adults................................................................14 Fishing...............................................................................15 Smoking.............................................................................15 Fire Arms...........................................................................15 Taps....................................................................................16

Health and Safety/Health Forms

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Health and Safety..............................................................16 The Risk Zone...................................................................17 Annual Health & Medical Forms............................. 18-25

Getting Around Camp

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Camp Map.........................................................................26 Class Locations.................................................................27

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COPE................................................................................ 10 Early Settlers’ Program................................................ ...11 Mission to Mars Program............................................... 12 Free Time/Wise Time..................................................... 13 Evening Programs........................................................... 13 Camp Fire Schedule........................................................ 13

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Check List

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Personal Equipment Checklist........................................28 Troop Equipment Checklist............................................29 Do Not Bring Checklist...................................................29

Registration

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Individual Registration....................................................31 Troop Registration...........................................................32

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General Information Salmen Scout Reservation, Camp V-Bar 27585 V-Bar Road Perkinston, MS 39573

Southeast Louisiana Council, BSA 4200 S. I-10 Service Road West Metairie, LA 70001

Camp Office: 228.225.7736 Ranger’s Office: 228.225.1336

Council Office: 504.889.0388 Council Fax: 504.889.1162 Toll Free: 800.394.9410

CAMP DIRECTORS:

Camp Director: Chris Torres - Email: chriswoodbadge@yahoo.com Program Director: Brandon M. Queen - Email: escout06@gmail.com Camp Advisor: Tracy Jones - Email: tjones@bsamail.org Thankgiving Camp Staff - Email: sela.thanksgivingcamp@gmail.com CAMP DATES: Saturday, November 23rd (Check-in at 8:00 am - 11:45 am) - Wednesday, November 27 (Check-out 9:00 am -11:00 am) Please be on time, classes begin after lunch.

CAMP FEES: Scout Fees $105/Scout (Early Bird DEADLINE is October 25, 2013) $125/Scout (Registration DEADLINE is November 14, 2013)

November 18th is the last day for late registration. If you are past this date there is no guarantee for entry at camp.

Please try and register before November 14.

Adult Fees: $35/Leader (Registration DEADLINE is November 14, 2013) • Each participating Troop receives 1 (one) FREE adult leader for every 10 Scouts.

Scout Late Fee: $125/Scout (Registration after November 14, 2013) Adult Late Fee: $45/Leader (Registration after November 14, 2013) FEES: Fees may be transferred from one Scout with written permission from the Scoutmaster.

Refunds: Refunds will be issued for camp fee with written notification from the Scoutmaster except for a $15.00 processing fee to cover costs incurred for that Scout prior to cancellation. A check request for any refund must include the Scout’s name, amount to be refunded, and the reason for the cancellation. This must be done no less than 7 (seven) days prior to their arrival at camp. If one fails to request a refund within 7 (seven) days prior to camp, you will not receive a refund. Exceptions apply for medical reasons only (must have written doctor’s excuse.) www.bsa-selacouncil.org

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CAMP TELEPHONE: There is a designated public telephone at camp for use by the Troop’s leadership. Scout campers must clear any personal use of the phone with Troop’s leaders and must be accompanied by an adult when using the camp phone.

The public phone is located just outside the entrance to the Administration Building. Parents are encouraged to purchase disposable Long Distance Cards Prior to their arrival for their sons to use while at camp. Incoming calls for scouts will be accepted on the business phone, and a message will be relayed to the Troop Leader. The call back will be on the public phone. The business/emergency phone CANNOT BE TIED UP FOR PERSONAL PHONE CALLS. CELLULAR PHONES: Cell Phones are PROHIBITED. Scoutmasters are asked to confiscate all cell phones so that inadvertent phone calls are made home. Cell Phones are to be confiscated prior to arrival at camp, and locked in a safe place.

DINING HALL: Each Troop will eat at assigned tables, and will furnish a Table Waiter for each meal to assist before, during and after the meals. There is a ratio of 1 waiter per every 8(eight) individuals. The table waiter should report to the Dining Hall 15 minutes prior to each meal. It is the responsibility for the waiter to: (1) set his table, (2) refill drink pitchers during the meal, (3) wipe down tables and, (4) sweep the area. It is important for unit leaders to assist the Dining Hall Staff by not allowing their Scouts to leave the Dining Hall unit dismissed by the Dining Hall Director or Dining Hall Steward. The Dining Hall Director or Steward will dismiss the Table Waiters when they have completed their duties. Scout Leaders are expected to spread this responsibility among all boys attending camp. It is a suggestion that your Troop’s Table First Waiters experienced Scout, to demonstrate the proper methods to your Scouts. All Scouts are REQUIRED to be in Class A Uniforms for the evening meals. (No exceptions) DIETARY NEEDS: The Dining Hall Staff serves well-balanced meals meeting Daily Dietary Nutrition Needs. If you have special medical or religious dietary needs, the Dining Hall Staff can accommodate your request. We ask that you address those needs with the chef while at camp and with Nancy Allen prior to camp. She can be emailed at nallen@bsamail.org

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Daily Schedule Time

Saturday

Sunday

6:00 7:00 7:15

10:15-11:45

Check-in & Campsite Set-Up

12:00 12:45 - 1:00 1:10 - 1:35

Tuesday

SPL MEETING

SPL MEETING

SPL MEETING

Period 1

Period 1

Period 1

Period 2

Period 2

Period 2

Check Out

Lunch in Dining Hall (Waiters to Dining Hall @ 11:45 a. m.)

Troop Time for continued set-up

Free Time Chapel Service

Robotic Challenge Sack Race Disc Golf

John C. Stennis Field Trip

1:45 - 3:15

Period 3

Period 3

Period 3

Period 3

3:30 - 5:00

Period 4

Period 4

Period 4

Period 4

5:00 - 6:05

Troop Time / Free Time

Troop Time / Free Time

Troop Time / Free Time

Troop Time / Free Time

6:15 6:30 7:10 - 7:40

Assembly at Flag Pole (Waiter to Dining Hall @ 6:15) Dinner in Dining Hall Troop Time/Free Time

8:05 - 8:55

Opening Camp Fire

Cobbler Challenge (Cook-Off)

Scout vs Leader Cast Iron Cook Off

Closing Camp Fire

9:00 - 10:15

Movie Night & Troop Time

Dodge Ball Tournament

Boy Scout Jeopardy (8:30 - 10:15)

Troop Recap Camp Fire

10:30

Wednesday

REVEILLE Assembly at Flag Pole (Waiters in Dining Hall @ 7 a. m.)

Breakfast in the Dining Hall

7:15 - 8:00 8:30 - 10:00

Monday

TAPS (LIGHTS OUT)

Notes:

• Please keep in mind that this schedule will not change, unless severe weather occurs.

• If changes are made, the rest of the schedule will continue as followed unless told other wise.

• Senior Patrol Leaders and Leaders, please keep a copy of this schedule with you at all times, or post this schedule in your camp site.

• Senior Patrol Leaders, you are to meet in the Training Center every morning for breakfast for you SPL Meeting at 7:15 am. Please be on time, take notes and get the message back to your troops.

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CLASS SCHEDULE 2013 MORNING SESSIONS

AFTERNOON SESSIONS

PERIOD #1

PERIOD #2

PERIOD #3

PERIOD #4

8:30 - 10:00

10:15 - 11:45

1:45 - 3:15

3:30 - 5:00

Insect Study

Traffic Safety

Photography (MT)

Collections

Walter Blakesley (15)

Walter Blakesley (15)

Brandon Queen (25)

Walter Blakesley (12)

Space Exploration (MM)

Journalism (MT)

Wilderness Survival

Citizenship in the World

Chuck Watkins (15)

Devin Dupre (12)

Chuck Watkins (25)

Troy Carter (15)

Inventing

Sustainability

Search & Rescue

Cinematography (MM)

Greg Espenan (15)

Greg Espenan (18)

Greg Espenan (15)

Glenn d (10)

Law

Computers (MM)

Robotics (MM)

Law

Marc Conrad (15)

Pavel (12)

Pavel (10)

Maria Dugas (20)

Welding (5)

Genealogy

Citizenship in the Nation

Wilderness Survival

Pat Necaise

Garry Winchester (20)

Garry Winchester (20)

Brandon Bergeron (20)

Public Speaking

Energy

Entrepreneurship

Plant Science

Maria Dugas (10)

Anthony Lajaunie (12)

Brandon Bergeron (10)

Anthony Lajaunie (12)

Archery

Archery

Archery

Astronomy

Jason Bilello (12)

Jason Bilello (12)

Jason Bilello (12)

Brian Domange (15)

FIRST YEAR PROGRAM

FIRST YEAR PROGRAM

FIRST YEAR PROGRAM

FIRST YEAR PROGRAM

Roy Blanchard

Roy Blanchard

Roy Blanchard

Roy Blanchard

C.O.P.E/Challenge

C.O.P.E/Challenge

C.O.P.E

C.O.P.E

Some class sizes are limited due to facilities or other considerations. Early registration is the best way to ensure that Scouts get the classes they want.

Camp Administration may rearrange the schedule to balance class sizes if necessary.

Merit badge pamphlets should be purchased prior to arriving at camp. There will be a limited # for sale in the Trading Post.

Classes begin on Saturday afternoon beginning with periods 3 & 4 to allow additional time for merit badges that might require more time to complete the requirements. (***Please be aware that this schedule is subject to change at any given time. If so, you will be notified.)

The First Year Program consist of the First Aid Merit Badge and requirements for Tenderfoot through First Class. The program is designed to aid new scouts and help them learn the basics skills of Scouting. We are also want to create a exciting atmosphere that each scout will not forget.

Any scouts taking the Wilderness Survival merit badge will need the Survival’s Kit found on page 8 of this guide.

(MM) - Mission to Mars Merit Badge (MT) - Media Team Merit Badge

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SCHEDULE OVERVIEW: Merit Badge and related activities at Camp V-Bar are designed to fit into a three and ½ day schedule. Classes are held in two sessions in the morning and with two in the afternoon. Saturday, Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Scouts are encouraged to stay current and to use this extra time to make sure all requirements are met.

PREREQUISITES NEEDED: The class prerequisites will be on another document in the guidebook. Please complete all prerequisites before coming to camp. Please have a signed note with the requirements you completed and the dates you completed them. This note/blue card must be presented to the counselor before the course begins. (In order for the prerequisites to be honored, the Scoutmaster or Advancement Chair and scout must sign the note.)

ADVANCEMENT IN CAMP: Advancement in Camp is the same as it is at home. To have a successful experience in the merit badge program at Thanksgiving Camp, your Scouts must actively participate in the program every day. Some merit badges can be completed during the camping session; however, others have requirements for observations, tests, record keeping, or time requirements that must be completed over an extended period. In these cases, complete all or as many as possible, of these requirements prior to camp. Make sure to review the comments and prerequisites of each merit badge prior to arriving at camp.

See to it that your Scouts have reviewed the badges that they are attempting at Camp. See to it that they are familiar with the requirements, and the skills that are involved with each badge they are attempting. Make sure that they have completed any requirements that must be done before arriving in Camp. See to it that they have any proofs of completion from their counselor with them for work that has been finished prior to Camp. An “Incomplete Form”, indicating partial completion of requirements, will be given to Scouts unable to complete the full badge requirements while in Camp. Merit Badge Counselors are dedicated to making sure every willing Scout completes as much as possible. If there are any accommodations we can make to ensure a youth completes a merit badge or rank requirement, please let us know.

Camp V-Bar encourages the participation and assistance of adult leadership with the instruction of merit badges and activities.

FUNCTION OF THE TROOP AND PATROL METHOD IN CAMP: Camp V-Bar strongly encourages the use of the Troop and Patrol method while at Camp. It will be the duty of the Senior Patrol Leader to attend the evening Senior Patrol Meetings and keep the Troop informed on what is happening around Camp. The Senior Patrol Leader is encouraged to conduct PLC meetings. If the Troop’s elected SPL is not at Camp, the Troop should elect or appoint a Senior Patrol Leader to act in his place for the week. The camp experience will bring Patrols together, especially for first-year Scouts. Units are encouraged to bring Troop and Patrol flags with them to Camp. (The staff of Camp V-Bar highly recommend this method.)

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Merit Badge Prerequisites Merit Badges Prerequisites or Post Requisites Insect study 4a and 4b Photography 4a or 4b (Must present at camp during class) Cinematography 2a, 3a or 3b Genealogy 3, and 4b Wilderness Survival 5 Welding $20.00 Wear Long Sleeve Shirt and Pants Energy 1a and 4 C.O.P.E

ages 14+ (adults included). Must be able to qualify for back country medical approval (high adventure) ADULTS ARE WELCOME TOO!!

Please remember that these requirements should be done prior to camp so that each scout can get credit for completing the requirement.

Wilderness

Survival

The Wilderness Survival Kit

1. First Aid Kit 2. (1) Zip lock Bag of dryer lint / (1) Zip lock Bag to keep items dry 3. Flint and Steel 4. Tarp - AT LEAST 4’ X 8’ 5. (4) Tent Stakes 6. Emergency Foil Blank 7. Heavy Duty Poncho or Rain Gear 8. Survival Whistle 9. Signal Mirror 10. Compass 11. Small can of bug spray 12. Trail Mix 13. Knife and Small Scissors 14. Backpack 15. Flash Light www.bsa-selacouncil.org

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SATURDAY SCHEDULE: GATES OPEN AT 8:00 a.m. Official Check-­in time is between 8:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. It is imperative that these times be observed to facilitate the proper orientation and handling for your unit. TROOPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER CAMPSITE BEFORE 8:00 a.m. We appreciate your observance of this policy.

From the front gate your troop will head to their campsite, where they unload their gear and set up camp.

At the Administration Office the (1) Troop Leader should “Be Prepared” to:

1. Turn in any final late registrations.

2. Review and revise the Merit Badge Schedule Requests.

3. Settle any unpaid registration and program fees.

The Camp Health Officer will receive Scout medication and dispensing information. A Scout not having a Health Form WILL NOT be permitted to engage in physical activities until the Health Form is secured. No provisions are made for medical exams to be administered at camp.

By 11:30 a.m. all vehicles should have been moved from campsites and into the parking lot in front of camp.

11:45 a.m.

Waiters to the Dining Hall 12:00 p.m.

Lunch in Dining Hall 12:45 p.m.

SPL Meeting in Training Center 12:45-1:30 p.m.

Continued setup time or Troop time 1:45-­3:15 p.m.

Class Period # 3 3:30-­5:00 p.m.

Class Period # 4 5:00-­5:45 p.m.

Troop Time/Free Time 6:00 p.m.

Dinner in the Dining Hall 6:45-­7:15 p.m.

SPL/Leader Meeting in the Training Center 7:45-­9:00 p.m.

Opening Campfire 9:00-­10:00 p.m.

Troop Time 10:30 p.m.

Lights Out (Taps) WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE: Check-­out time is between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.

In the Campsites:

1. The Troop will pack up their Troop gear.

2. The Campsite must be policed for trash. Scouts always leave a campsite cleaner than they found it…

take pride in leaving a clean camp.

3. All trash collected and left in the Campsite must be disposed of in the proper receptacle.

At the Administration Office (1) Scout Leader should:

1. Pick-­up and review complete Merit Badge cards for Scouts in your Troop.

2. Pick-­up Scouts’ Health Forms & Scouts’ medication left with the Health Officer at Check-­in.

7:30 am Breakfast in the Dining Hall (Please gather at flag pole FIRST for closing flag.)

9:00 am Check-­out (see above) 11:00 am Have a safe trip home (Completions forms will be emailed)

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C.O.P.E.

“Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience”

C.O.P.E., which stands for “Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience” has evolved into the BSA’s premier outdoor training experience which stress team building and personal accomplishments. Our course has a multitude of low COPE activities which develop teams and individual leadership skills. These elements lead to a high element course which includes the following thirteen (13) elements: • Ranger Bridge

• Cat Walk • Horizontal and Vertical Cargo Nets

• Bosun’s Loops • Pirate’s Crossing and much more!

• Giant Swing

• Flying Squirrel

• 350 ft. zip line. (Starts 52’ off the ground!!)

This course will be something that is NOT to be missed!

There is a $25 fee associated with this program.

COPE will be an all day program for everyday you are at camp. In order to participate in COPE, a scout must be at least 14 years of age, (adults are welcome too!) All participants must be in good physical condition before he arrives at camp.

Project COPE: Ages 14+ (adults included). must be able to qualify for back country medical approval (high adventure.) Adults, you not off that easy! You are welcome to participate in C.O.P.E. as well!!

Any scout that signs up for C.O.P.E. all day will have a chance to earn the Climbing Merit Badge. The C.O.P.E. program this year will be jam packed with all sorts of events. The goals of project C.O.P.E. are to build leadership, self‐esteem, decision‐making, trust, and teamwork. These goals are accomplished by progressing, as a group, through a series of increasingly physically and mentally challenging exercises that require cooperation and teamwork to complete.

Camp V-Bar challenges you to partake in V-Bar C.O.P.E. 2013. We Want To See you there!

Project COPE Goals:

Teamwork, Leadership, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Communication, Trust, Planning, Self Esteem, and FUN www.bsa-selacouncil.org

REQUIRED FOR C.O.P.E.

STURDY SHOES (NO SANDALS OR CROCKS ALLOWED) WATER BOTTLE HAT / BANDANA A SENSE OF ADVENTURE AND AWESOMENESS

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The Early Settler’s Program

Thanksgiving Camp’s Early Settler’s Program ensures that new scouts begin their journey on the right path with a little help to guide them through the Scouting Ranks. This new and improved premier program will take new scouts through the requirements for tenderfoot through first class rank, while emphasizing the role of a patrol in the development of the scout in his journey. We give scouts the opportunity to complete a significant amount of the requirements of tenderfoot through first class rank and the chance to earn the First Aid merit badge, which is an Eagle Required merit badge.

Early Settler’s is a comprehensive program that takes a lot of time and effort from our staff and the scouts in the program. The morning porting of this comprehensive program involves the teaching of requirements in tenderfoot through first class, while the evening portion will complete requirements for first aid, learn the patrol method, learn the basics of a campsite and more. Our goal is to be able to work with the scouts, while giving them each individual attention. We will also foster a sense of leadership and responsibility through the development of patrols within the program.

Starting with the Tenderfoot Rank, each scout will learn how to whip and fuse, tie a two half hitch, and the taut-line hitch. Each scout will also learn how to properly raise, lower, and fold the American Flag. In the Second Class Rank, the scouts will learn how to read a compass and map, the proper use of an ax, knife and saw, how to properly build a fire and how to tend to minor cuts and bruises. With the First Class Rank, each scout will participate in an orienteering course that covers at least one mile. Learn to identify plants, learn lashings, tie a bowling and how to bandage a sprained ankle and more. Throughout these three ranks, your scouts will be well equipped and have the knowledge of Boy Scouts.

Keep in mind that the scouts will not complete the entire rank requirements, but will earn credit for the requirements that are completed. We are striving to help each scout advance and obtain the knowledge they need.

Any scout who is taking the Early Settler’s Program, will be in this course all day fro the entire week. Each scout is required bring these items with them: 1. Compass 2. Boy Scout Handbook 3. First Aid Merit Badge Book 4. Notebook and Pen 5. First Aid Kit 6. 6 feet of nylon or cotton rope 7. Water bottle 8. 2 Bandanas 9. Poncho or rain gear 10. Pocket Knife (Adult leader must keep knives until asked for) 11. Flashlight 12. Basic Backpack 13. Hat 14. Sunscreen

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Science, Technology, Engineering, & Mathematics

Mission to Mars

Thanks to a generous grant from Exxon Mobil, Thanksgiving Camp is pleased to announce a new program area, Mission to Mars. Merit badges offered in this area include: Robotics, Space Exploration, Cinematography, Astronomy, and Computers and assist boys in working towards STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) awards. There are NO additional program fees for these merit badges, but class size is limited.

Robotics:

Earning the Robotics merit badge requires a Scout to understand how robots move (actuators), sense the environment (sensors), and understand what to do (programming); he should demonstrate robot design in building a robot. The class will help ensure that the Scout has sufficiently explored the field of robotics to understand what it is about, and to discover whether this may be a field of interest for him as a career.

Space Exploration:

Scouts will learn about the history of space exploration, rocket design, build and launch a rocket. Class will also include a field trip to the NASA facility at Stennis (assistance with transportation will be needed).

Cinematography:

Cinematography includes the fundamentals of producing motion pictures, including the use of effective light, accurate focus, careful composition (or arrangement), and appropriate camera movement to tell stories. In earning the badge, Scouts will also learn to develop a story and describe other pre- and postproduction processes necessary for making a quality motion picture.

Astronomy:

In learning about astronomy, Scouts study how activities in space affect our own planet and bear witness to the wonders of the night sky: the nebulae, or giant clouds of gas and dust where new stars are born; old stars dying and exploding; meteor showers and shooting stars; the moon, planets, and a dazzling array of stars.

Computers:

Every day and in every way, computers and software impact our lives. Scouts will learn the how and have practical experiences in the use of computers.

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Free Time / Wise Time

At Thanksgiving camp we have an hour of free time before dinner. We suggest scouts use this free time wisely.

During this time you can up catch on assignments from your classes during the day, or take the opportunity to earn an extra merit badge. Keep in mind that you may not finish the badge but you will have a chance to start it. We will announce our extra offered merit badges at the Leader’s Meeting on Saturday night. Choose your time wisely.

Evening Programs

Each year at Thanksgiving Camp, we have fun evening programs that allow scout and leaders to fellowship and become acquainted with other scouts. Below is a list of all of the Evening Programs for the week. We ask that

Saturday

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Opening Camp Fire

Chapel Services

Closing Camp Fire &

(At Council Ring)

1:10 pm - 1:35 pm

Robotic Challenge Sack Race Disc Golf Scout vs Leader Cast Iron Cook Off

Troop Camp Fire

8:05 pm - 8:55 pm Movie Night (DH)

Dodge Ball Tournament

Troop Time

(In Dining Hall)

9:05 pm - 10:45 pm

8:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Troop Skits 8:05 pm - 8:55 pm (Week Recap) 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm

Scout vs. Leader Cast Iron Cook Off:

This event requires the scouts to prepare a dutch oven meal and the leaders to prepare a dutch oven meal. (All troop do not have to participate) The dish will be judge by a panel of four. The dish can be anything you choose and all the ingredients must be listed for allergy purposes. This event will be on Monday Night! Please bring your own food and utensils.

Camp Fire Schedule: Opening: Opening campfire will start at 8:00 pm. I ask that all troops line up by the flagpole before going to the council ring. A staff member or designated leader will lead you into the council ring. Please be at the flagpole for 7:50 pm.

Arrive at Flagpole: 7:50 p.m.

Departure from Flagpole: 8:00 p.m.

Closing: Closing campfire will start at 8:00 p.m. For the opening Camp Fire, the skits will be done by the staff members. For the closing campfire, we will begin the campfire at 8:00 p.m. A staff member or designated leader will lead you into the council ring. Please be at the flagpole for 7:50 p.m. You must be in full Field Uniforms (Class A).

Arrive at Flagpole: 7:50 p.m.

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GENERAL CAMP OPERATIONS INFORMATION TRADING POST:

Camp V­‐Bar maintains a well stocked Trading Post and Concession Stand to serve you in making your stay more enjoyable. There is a full complement of snacks and Scouting items such as patches, handicraft kits, and camping gear to enhance your Scout’s camp experience. Daily hours will be posted. Scouts will need spending money to purchase items at the Trading Post. We ask that you bring small bills (1’s and 5’s) and quarters if possible.

UNIFORMS:

The official Scout Uniform is necessary for wear at Camp. Scouts and Leaders will wear the complete “Class A” uniform for evening meals and closing campfire. Scouts “Class B” uniform is worn at both the Morning Assembly and Lunch Assembly. (NOTE: PLEASE HAVE FULL FIELD UNIFORMS, NOT JEANS, JOGGING PANTS OR ANY OTHER TYPE OF CLOTHING OTHER THAN THE BOY SCOUT UNIFORM!)

TENTS: In order to keep costs of Camp the lowest in the area, troops must provide all of their own tents and dining fly.

SHOWERS:

Each Troop is issued a shower key, which allows access to the two (2) shower houses on Camp. The key is ONLY to be used by adult leadership. The adult should develop a shower schedule with their Troop. The adult leadership is to accompany the Troop to the shower house and remain with the Troop until completed. Each shower is a private stall with wet and dry areas. There are two leader showers with flushing toilets. It is the Troop’s responsibility to keep the showers clean. If you need assistance while at Camp, contact the Camp Administration. Complete guidelines of Camp shower usage will be outlined at the Saturday SPL/Leaders’ Orientation at Camp.

RULES: FOR SCOUTS & ADULTS THE OUTDOOR CODE: All Campers are asked to live by the Outdoor Code. Please don’t cut down, or damage, in any way, live trees. They will become infected. Make sure any open fires are in the properly designated fire area. Please be sure that your Scouts know and understand the importance of caring for Nature as well as camp property.

The Outdoor Code

As an American, I will do my best to Be clean in my outdoor manners, Be careful with fire,

Be considerate in the outdoors, and Be conservation-­‐minded.

A SCOUT IS CLEAN:

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FISHING:

Because of the large range of bank area near the lake, and no supervision except in the Waterfront Area, fishing will be allowed only under the “Buddy System.” Salmen Scout Reservation maintains a policy of “catch and release” so all can enjoy the fishing. Scouts are encouraged to enjoy the Joe Domino Fishing Pier. All Scouts and Scouters who wish to do some fishing during their stay in camp will be required to obtain a Salmen Scout Reservation Fishing License. Fishing licenses may be obtained from the Camp Administration Office at no charge. Individuals will be able to obtain their license on Saturday or any day during the week.

FIREARMS, AMMUNITION, BOWS, ARROWS, AND WEAPONS:

Personal rifles, firearms, ammunition, bows, arrows, and other weapons are NOT ALLOWED in camp. Only those supplied by the camp are permitted, and only in the designated area. Any exceptions MUST be arranged prior to arriving in camp with the Camp Director.

ALCOHOL, ILLEGAL DRUGS, AND/OR STIMULANTS:

The use of alcohol, illegal drugs, and/or stimulants on Boy Scout property has long been prohibited. This policy will be strictly enforced for all those who use our camp facility. We will enforce all local, state, and federal laws in these matters.

SMOKING OR USE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN CAMP:

National Scouting policies prohibit anyone under the age of 18 to smoke, or use tobacco products. Leaders who smoke must do so out-­‐of-­‐sight of youth. Proper “field stripping” and disposal of butts should be done in proper receptacles. National standards require every scout camp to have a designated smoking area. V­‐Bar’s designated smoking area is the porch of the Scoutmaster’s Lounge.

FIRE AND EMERGENCY ALARMS:

The fire and emergency alarm system will be explained in detail at the meeting of unit leaders and SPL’s scheduled for Saturday evening. Scouts should not remove any fire fighting equipment, or fight any fire themselves. A fire barrel and fire buckets will be provided in each campsite for Troop use. A Troop should follow the procedures in the Unit Fire Guard Chart plan.

LIQUID AND L.P. FUEL:

All liquid fuels should be checked in with at the Administration Building upon arrival in camp. The use of liquid fuels (kerosene, gasoline, Coleman fuel, diesel, etc…) and liquid fuel equipment in camp is guarded because of hazards involved in storage, handling, filling, and lighting of such equipment. Fuel can be retrieved each morning to fill lanterns and stoves, and then returned to the storage area. Under no circumstances shall flames of any kind be carried into or used in tents. Empty liquid petroleum cylinders should be returned home. They can explode when heated, and, therefore, must never be put in fireplaces or trash cans. For safety reasons, boys must not be involved in the handling of or the lighting of stoves and/or lanterns. Propane is recommended.

PETS:

NO PETS of any type are allowed in camp. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!

FIREWORKS:

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TAPS/QUIET HOURS:

Taps occurs at 10:30 p.m. All campers are expected to be in their campsites by that time. Unit activities such as night hikes, astronomy, etc…would constitute an exception. Reveille is 6:00 a.m.

LASER POINTERS:

Laser pointers are not allowed at Camp.

KITCHEN:

The kitchen area is off limits for all except Dining Hall personnel. If anything is needed from the kitchen, please ask the Camp Administration.

HEALTH & SAFETY

The Health Lodge is staffed 24 hours a day by persons trained to handle minor accidents or illness. All injuries, regardless of the extent, must be reported to and treated at the Health Lodge. Special arrangements for the treatment of more serious cases have been made with Hancock Medical Center in Bay St. Louis. In the event such treatment is required, the camper’s parents will be notified by telephone giving the nature of the emergency, and their desires concerning further treatment will be followed. If the parents of any Scout will not be home during the time he is in camp, please find out where they can be reached and note this information on the Scout’s medical form.

The Boy Scouts of America recommends that all youth and adult members have annual medical evaluations by a certified and licensed health-care provider. In an effort to provide better care to those who may become ill or injured and to provide youth members and adult leaders a better understanding of their own physical capabilities, the Boy Scouts of America has established minimum standards for providing medical information prior to participating in various activities. Those standards are offered at the end of this guidebook in a three-part medical form. Note that unit leaders must always protect the privacy of unit participants by protecting their medical information.

The Annual Health and Medical record is to be completed for participants and parents or guardians and kept on file for easy reference. It is to be completed and signed by a certified and licensed health-care provider—physician (MD, DO), nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant as appropriate for your state every 12 months.

The medical forms are available at the Council Service Center at no charge or you can make your own copies from the sample enclosed in the Appendix.

At the medical screening given each camper and leader, upon his arrival, the camp reserves the right to refuse admittance or involvement in any activity to any individual who, in the opinion of the examining person and the Camp Director, has developed any physical or medical situation which could present a hazard to the individual or other individuals.

All out-of-council Troops attending Thanksgiving camp at Camp V-Bar must have a copy of their Medical/ Accident Policy or provide proof of individual coverage to submit to the Camp Staff upon arrival. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. If your Troop DOES NOT have Medical/Accident coverage, please contact the Camp Director (or) your District Executive 30 days prior to camp. Southeast Louisiana Council troops are covered by Accident Insurance purchased by the council. www.bsa-selacouncil.org

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THE RISK ZONE

“The Risk Zone” is a state of physical and mental fatigue that is a major cause of highway crash fatalities. As a leader it is your challenge to do all that you can to keep Scouts safe, both at Camp and while traveling to and from Salmen Scout Reservation. Take the Driver’s Pledge and get a good night’s sleep the night before you come to Camp and on your last night at Camp. The Driver’s Pledge is a commitment to plan ahead and avoid killer fatigue. A special training session on “The Risk Zone” will be offered each week during Thanksgiving camp for all drivers – youth and adult.

“Camp V-Bar Driver’s Pledge” I WILL NOT DRIVE WHEN I FEEL FATIGUED. I realize that when I am fatigued, I process information slower and less accurately, and this impairs my ability to react in time to avoid accidents.

I WILL GET A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP before I drive to camp – and my last night at camp.

I WILL MAKE TRAVEL PLANS that take into account my personal biological clock and I will only drive while alert.

DIRECTIONS TO SALMEN SCOUT RESERVATION FROM NEW ORLEANS Travel East on Interstate 10 from Slidell approximately 20.2 miles from the intersection of I-10 and I-59 and exit at Mississippi Exit # 13. Then proceed North on Mississippi Highway 603 approximately 14.6 miles. This will place you 1.0 mile past the Victory Baptist Church where you will turn right onto Standard Dedeaux Rd. You will see a Salmen Scout Reservation Sign. From this turn “when going to Camp - Stay Left” you will proceed approximately 2.1 miles passing the “Halfway Grocery” and come to a fork in the road with a Brick house near this fork. Turn Left and proceed approximately 1.7 miles to a 3 way stop sign again stay left and proceed 0.5 miles to the Entrance of Salmen Scout Reservation which will be on your left.

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Annual Health and Medical Record Registro Médico y de Salud Anual (Valid for 12 calendar months) (Válido por 12 meses calendario) Policy on Use of the Annual Health and Medical Record

Política para el uso del Registro Médico y de Salud Anual

In order to provide better care for its members and to assist them in better understanding their own physical capabilities, the Boy Scouts of America recommends that everyone who participates in a Scouting event have an annual medical evaluation by a certified and licensed health-care provider—a physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.

Providing your medical information on this four-part form will help ensure you meet the minimum standards for participation in various activities. Note that unit leaders must always protect the privacy of unit participants by protecting their medical information.

A fin de proporcionar una mejor atención para sus miembros y para ayudarles a entender mejor sus propias capacidades físicas, Boy Scouts of America recomienda que todos aquellos que participen en un evento Scouting se sometan a un examen médico anual realizado por un prestador de servicios de salud certificado y con licencia: un médico (Doctor en medicina o Doctor en osteopatía), enfermera profesional o asistente médico.

Proporcionar su información médica en este formulario de cuatro partes, ayudará a asegurar que usted cumple con los estándares mínimos de participación en varias actividades. Tome en cuenta que los líderes de unidad siempre deben proteger la privacidad de los participantes al salvaguardar su información médica.

Parts A and B are to be completed at least annually by participants in all Scouting events. This health history, parental/ guardian informed consent and release agreement, and talent release statement is to be completed by the participant and parents/guardians. Attach a copy of both sides of your insurance card.

Part C is the pre-participation physical exam that is required for participants in any event that exceeds 72 consecutive hours, for all high-adventure base participants, or when the nature of the activity is strenuous and demanding. Service projects or work weekends may fit this description. Part C is to be completed and signed by a certified and licensed heathcare provider—physician (MD or DO), nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. It is important to note that the height/ weight limits must be strictly adhered to when the event will take the unit more than 30 minutes away from an emergency vehicle, accessible roadway, or when the program requires it, such as backpacking trips, high-adventure activities, and conservation projects in remote areas. See the FAQs for when this does not apply.

Part D is required to be reviewed by all participants of a highadventure program at one of the national high-adventure bases, as well as unit-based, high-adventure backcountry activities, and shared with the examining health-care provider before completing Part C. • Philmont Scout Ranch. Participants and guests for Philmont activities that are conducted with limited access to the backcountry, including most Philmont Training Center conferences and family programs, will not require completion of Part C. However, participants should review Part D to understand potential risks inherent at 6,700 feet in elevation in a dry Southwest environment. Please review specific registration information for the activity or event.

• Northern Tier National High Adventure Base.

• Florida National High Adventure Sea Base. The PADI medical form is also required if scuba diving at this base.

• Summit Bechtel Reserve.

Las Partes A y B las deben completar, por lo menos una vez al año, los participantes de todos los eventos Scouting. Este historial médico, notificación de consentimiento y convenio de exoneración de responsabilidad por parte de los padres/tutores, y formulario de cesión de derechos lo deben completar los participantes y los padres/tutores. Anexar una copia de ambos lados de su tarjeta del seguro.

La Parte C es el examen físico previo, que se requiere de los participantes de cualquier evento que exceda 72 horas consecutivas, para todos los participantes de las bases de aventura extrema, o cuando la naturaleza de la actividad es extenuante y exigente. Los proyectos de servicio o fines de semana de trabajo pueden caer en esta descripción. La Parte C la debe completar y firmar un prestador de servicios de salud certificado y con licencia: un médico (Doctor en medicina o Doctor en osteopatía), enfermera profesional o asistente médico.

Es importante tomar en cuenta que los límites de estatura y peso deben ser estrictamente controlados cuando el evento llevará a la unidad a más de 30 minutos de un vehículo de emergencia, camino accesible, o cuando el programa lo requiera, tal como expediciones, actividades de aventura extrema y proyectos de conservación en áreas remotas. Consulte las Preguntas Frecuentes para cuando estos lineamientos no aplican.

La Parte D se requiere que la revisen todos los participantes del programa de aventura extrema en una de las bases nacionales de aventura extrema, así como actividades de aventura extrema en zonas aisladas basadas en la unidad, y que la compartan con el prestador de servicios de salud antes de completar la Parte C. • Rancho Scout Philmont. Los participantes e invitados en las actividades Philmont que se realicen con acceso limitado a las zonas campestres, incluyendo la mayoría de las conferencias y programas familiares en el Centro de Capacitación Philmont, no requerirán llenar la Parte C. Sin embargo, los participantes deberán repasar la Parte D para entender los riesgos potenciales inherentes a los 6,700 pies de elevación en un ambiente seco del Suroeste. Favor de revisar la información de registro específica para la actividad o evento.

• Base nacional de aventura extrema Northern Tier.

• Base nacional marina de aventura extrema de la Florida.

También se requiere el formulario médico PADI si se va a bucear en esta base.

• Summit Bechtel Reserve.

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Risk Factors Based on the vast experience of the medical community, the BSA has identified the following risk factors that may limit your participation in various outdoor adventures.

• Excessive body weight • Heart disease • Hypertension (high blood pressure) • Diabetes • Seizures • Lack of appropriate immunizations

Factores de riesgo Con base en la gran experiencia de la comunidad médica, BSA ha identificado los siguientes factores de riesgo que podrían limitar su participación en varias aventuras al aire libre.

• Asthma • Allergies/anaphylaxis • Muscular/skeletal injuries • Psychiatric/ psychological and emotional difficulties

• Peso corporal excesivo • Enfermedad cardiaca • Hipertensión (Presión arterial alta) • Diabetes • Convulsiones • Falta de vacunación adecuada

• Asma • Alergias/anafilaxia • Lesiones musculares/ óseas • Trastornos psiquiátricos/ psicológicos y emocionales

For more information on medical risk factors, visit Scouting Safely on www.scouting.org.

Para obtener más información sobre los factores de riesgo médicos, visite Scouting Safely en www.scouting.org.

Prescriptions The taking of prescription medication is the responsibility of the individual taking the medication and/or that individual’s parent or guardian. A leader, after obtaining all the necessary information, can agree to accept the responsibility of making sure a youth takes the necessary medication at the appropriate time, but the BSA does not mandate or necessarily encourage the leader to do so.

Also, if state laws are more limiting, they must be followed.

Prescripciones Tomar los medicamentos prescritos es responsabilidad del individuo que requiere el medicamento o del padre de familia o tutor del individuo. Un líder, después de haber obtenido toda la información necesaria, puede aceptar la responsabilidad de asegurarse de que un niño tome el medicamento necesario a la hora apropiada, pero BSA no obliga ni necesariamente anima al líder a que lo haga. Asimismo, si las leyes estatales son más limitantes, deben ser cumplidas.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) • Philmont Scout Ranch: www.philmontscoutranch.org or 575-376-2281 • Northern Tier National High Adventure Program: www.ntier.org or 218-365-4811 • Florida National High Adventure Sea Base: www.bsaseabase.org or 305-664-5612 • National Scout jamboree: www.bsajamboree.org • Summit Bechtel Reserve: www.summitblog.org or 304-250-6750 For frequently asked questions about this Annual Health and Medical Record, see Scouting Safely online at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety. aspx. Information about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) may be found at www.hhs.gov/ocr/ privacy/.

Preguntas frecuentes • Rancho Scout Philmont: www.philmontscoutranch.org ó 575-376-2281 • Base nacional de aventura extrema Northern Tier: www.ntier.org ó 218-365-4811 • Base nacional marina de aventura extrema de la Florida: www.bsaseabase.org ó 305-664-5612 • Jamboree Scout Nacional: www.bsajamboree.org • Summit Bechtel Reserve: www.summitblog.org ó 304-250-6750 Para consultar las preguntas frecuentes sobre este Registro Médico y de Salud Anual, consulte Scouting Safely en línea en http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety.aspx. La información sobre la Ley de responsabilidad y transferibilidad de seguros médicos (HIPAA, por sus siglas en inglés) se encuentra en www.hhs.gov/ocr/privacy/.

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Teléfono en caso de emergencia

Allergies: __________________ Emergency contact No.: _____________

Fecha de nacimiento Alergias

Full name: ________________________________ DOB: _______________

Parte A Nombre completo

Part A

Annual Health and Medical Record Registro Médico y de Salud Anual Part A/Parte A

High-adventure base participants: Participantes en la base de aventura extrema: Expedition/crew No. Expedición/grupo no.: ______________________________ or staff position o puesto fijo: _____________________________________

GENERAL INFORMATION/INFORMACIÓN GENERAL

Name ___________________________________________________ Date of birth __________________________________ Age ___________ Nombre

Fecha de nacimiento

(MM/DD/Year) - (MM/DD/Año)

Male

Edad

Masculino

Female

Femenino

Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Grade completed (youth only) _____________________ Domicilio

Grado escolar completado (sólo niños)

City _________________________________________________________ State _____________ Zip _____________________ Phone No. ______________________________ Ciudad

Estado

Código postal

No. telefónico

Unit leader ___________________________________________________ Council name/No. __________________________________________ Unit No. __________________ Líder de la unidad

Nombre y no. del concilio

No. de unidad

Social Security No. (optional; may be required by medical facilities for treatment) __________________________________ Religious preference _______________________ No. de Seguro Social (opcional; puede ser solicitado por las instalaciones médicas para brindar tratamiento)

Preferencia religiosa

Health/accident insurance company ___________________________________________________________ Policy No. _______________________________________________ Compañía de seguro médico/accidental

No. de póliza

ATTACH A PHOTOCOPY OF BOTH SIDES OF INSURANCE CARD. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE MEDICAL INSURANCE, ENTER “NONE” ABOVE. ANEXAR UNA FOTOCOPIA DE AMBOS LADOS DE LA TARJETA DEL SEGURO. SI USTED NO TIENE SEGURO MÉDICO, ESCRIBA “NINGUNO.”

In case of emergency, notify/En caso de emergencia, notificar a: Name ________________________________________________________________________________ Relationship ___________________________________________________ Nombre

Parentesco

Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Domicilio

Home phone ________________________________________ Business phone ____________________________________ Mobile phone ______________________________ Teléfono de casa

Teléfono de oficina

Teléfono móvil

Alternate contact name ____________________________________________________________________ Alternate’s phone __________________________________________ Nombre de contacto alterno

Teléfono del contacto alterno

HEALTH HISTORY/HISTORIAL MÉDICO

Please fill in the bubbles as indicated below:

Por favor rellene los círculos tal como se indica a continuación:

Do you currently have, or have you ever been treated for any of the following?

Correct:

Incorrect:

¿Tiene actualmente, o ha tenido alguna vez los siguientes?

Incorrecto

Yes/Sí

No/No

Correcto

Condition/Padecimiento Asthma Asma

Diabetes Diabetes

Explain/Explique

Last attack: (MM/YY)

Último ataque: (MM/AA)

%

Last HbA1c: (Percentage)

Última HbA1c: (Porcentaje)

Hypertension (high blood pressure) Hipertensión (presión alta)

Heart disease/heart attack/chest pain/heart murmur

Enfermedad del corazón/infarto/dolores de pecho/soplo cardíaco

Stroke/TIA

Apoplejía/Accidente isquémico transitorio

Lung/respiratory disease

Enfermedades pulmonares/respiratorias

Ear/sinus problems

Problemas del oído/senos paranasales

Muscular/skeletal condition Condiciones musculares/óseas

Menstrual problems (women only) Problemas menstruales (sólo mujeres)

Psychiatric/psychological and emotional difficulties Dificultades psiquiátricas/psicológicas y emocionales

Behavioral/neurological disorders Trastornos de conducta/neurológicos

Bleeding disorders

Enfermedades hemorrágicas

Fainting spells Desmayos

Thyroid disease

Enfermedades de la tiroides

Kidney disease

Enfermedades del riñón

Sickle cell disease Anemia falciforme

Seizures

Convulsiones

Last seizure: (MM/YY)

Última convulsión: (MM/AA)

Sleep disorders (e.g., sleep apnea)

Trastornos del sueño (por ejemplo, síndrome de apnea-hipopnea durante el sueño)

Use CPAP: Usa CPAP

Yes

Sí

No

No

Abdominal/digestive problems Problemas abdominales/digestivos

Surgery Cirugía

Last surgery: (MM/YY)

Última cirugía: (MM/AA)

Serious injury Lesión grave

Excessive fatigue or shortness of breath with exercise Fatiga en exceso o dificultad para respirar al hacer ejercicio

Other Otro

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HEALTH HISTORY/HISTORIAL MÉDICO Please fill in the bubbles as indicated:

Are you allergic to or do you have any adverse reaction to any of the following?

Por favor rellene los círculos tal como se indica:

¿Es alérgico a, o le causa alguna reacción adversa cualquiera de los siguientes?

Yes/Sí

Correct:

Incorrecto

Correcto

Explain

Allergies or Reaction to

No/No

Incorrect:

Alergias o Reacciones a

Explique

Medication

Medicamentos

Food, plants, or insect bites

Alimentos, plantas o picaduras de insectos

The following immunizations are recommended by the BSA. Tetanus immunization is required and must have been received within the last 10 years. For each item, indicate if you have been immunized, the date of the immunization (MM/YY), if you have had the disease, and the date (MM/YY).

BSA recomienda las siguientes vacunas. La vacuna contra el Tétanos es obligatoria y debe haberla recibido en los últimos 10 años. Por cada punto, indique si ha sido vacunado, la fecha en que la recibió (MM/AA), si ha padecido la enfermedad, y la fecha (MM/AA).

Immunized?

Immunizations

¿Vacunado?

Yes/Sí

Date (MM/YY) Fecha (MM/AA)

Vacunas

No/No

Had Disease?

Date (MM/YY)

¿La ha padecido?

Yes/Sí

Fecha (MM/AA)

No/No

Tetanus Tétano

Pertussis

DOB: ___________________ Fecha de nacimiento

Tos ferina

Diphtheria Difteria

Measles

Sarampión

Mumps Paperas

Rubella Rubéola

Polio Polio

Chicken pox Varicela

Hepatitis A Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B Hepatitis B

Meningitis

Part A Full name: _________________________________________________________ Parte A Nombre completo

Meningitis

Influenza Influenza

Other (i.e., HIB)

Otra (por ejemplo, HIB)

Exemption to immunizations claimed (form required).

Exención de vacunas solicitada (formulario obligatorio).

MEDICATIONS List all medications currently used. (If additional space is needed, please photocopy this part of the health form.) Inhalers and EpiPen information must be included, even if they are for occasional or emergency use only.

Sin medicamentos

MEDICAMENTOS Enumere todos los medicamentos que usa en la actualidad. (Si requiere espacio adicional, favor de sacar una fotocopia de esta parte del formulario.) Se debe incluir información sobre inhaladores y EpiPen, incluso si son sólo para uso ocasional o en caso de emergencia.

Medicamentos adicionales (hoja anexa)

Medication

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

Medication

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

No medications

Additional medications (sheet attached)

Medication

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

Approximate date started

Approximate date started

Approximate date started

Reason for medication

Reason for medication

Reason for medication

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

Medication

Medication

Medication

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Medicamento _________________________________________

Strength

Frequency

Dosis ____________________ Frecuencia ________________

Approximate date started

Approximate date started

Approximate date started

Reason for medication

Reason for medication

Reason for medication

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

______________________________________________________

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Fecha aproximada de inicio _____________________________ Razón del medicamento ________________________________

Administration of the above medications is approved by (if required by your state): _________________________________________________________/ _______________________________________________________ La administración de los medicamentos arriba mencionados está aprobada por (si lo requiere su estado)

Parent/guardian signature Firma del padre o tutor

and/or y/o

MD/DO, NP, or PA signature Firma del Dr., Enfermera profesional, Asistente médico

Bring enough medications in sufficient quantities and in the original containers. Make sure that they are NOT expired, including inhalers and EpiPens. You SHOULD NOT STOP taking any maintenance medication unless instructed to do so by your doctor.

Asegurarse de traer los medicamentos en cantidades suficientes y en los envases originales. Asegurarse de que NO ESTÉN CADUCADOS, incluyendo inhaladores y EpiPens. NO DEBE DEJAR DE tomar cualquier medicamento de mantenimiento a menos que se lo indique su médico.

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High-adventure base participants: Participantes en la base de aventura extrema:

Part B Full name: _________________________________________________________ Parte B Nombre completo

DOB: ___________________ Fecha de nacimiento

Part B/Parte B

Expedition/crew No./Expedición/grupo no.: ______________________________ or staff position/o puesto fijo: ___________________________________________

Informed Consent and release agreement

notIfICaCIÓn de ConsentImIento Y eXoneraCIÓn de resPonsaBIlIdad

I understand that participation in Scouting activities involves a certain degree of risk and can be physically, mentally, and emotionally demanding. I also understand that participation in these activities is entirely voluntary and requires participants to abide by applicable rules and standards of conduct.

Entiendo que la participación en actividades Scouting implica un cierto grado de riesgo y que pueden ser física, mental y emocionalmente agotadoras. Asimismo, entiendo que la participación en dichas actividades es completamente voluntaria y requiere que los participantes se acaten a las reglas y estándares de conducta pertinentes.

In case of an emergency involving me or my child, I understand that every effort will be made to contact the individual listed as the emergency contact person. In the event that this person cannot be reached, permission is hereby given to the medical provider selected by the adult leader in charge to secure proper treatment, including hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, or injections of medication for me or my child. Medical providers are authorized to disclose protected health information to the adult in charge, camp medical staff, camp management, and/or any physician or health care provider involved in providing medical care to the participant.

Protected Health Information/Confidential Health Information (PHI/ CHI) under the Standards for Privacy of Individually Identifiable Health Information, 45 C.F.R. §§160.103, 164.501, etc. seq., as amended from time to time, includes examination findings, test results, and treatment provided for purposes of medical evaluation of the participant, follow-up and communication with the participant’s parents or guardian, and/or determination of the participant’s ability to continue in the program activities.

En caso de que yo, o mi hijo, nos veamos involucrados en un caso de emergencia, entiendo que se hará todo lo posible para contactar al individuo mencionado como persona a contactar en caso de emergencia.

En caso de que dicha persona no pueda ser localizada, por este medio otorgo permiso al proveedor de servicios médicos seleccionado por el líder adulto a cargo para asegurar que se proporcione el tratamiento adecuado, incluyendo hospitalización, anestesia, cirugía o inyecciones de medicamentos para mí o mi hijo. Los proveedores médicos están autorizados a compartir información médica protegida con el adulto a cargo, el personal médico del campamento, la administración del campamento, o cualquier médico o proveedor de servicios médicos involucrado en la administración de atención médica al participante. La Información médica protegida/Información médica confidencial (PHI/CHI, por sus siglas en inglés) bajo los Estándares de privacidad de información médica individualmente identificable, 45 C.F.R. §§160.103, 164.501, etc., y siguientes como se enmiendan de vez en cuando, incluye resultados de reconocimientos médicos, resultados de pruebas y tratamiento proporcionado para propósitos de evaluación médica del participante, seguimiento y comunicación con los padres o tutor del participante, y determinación de la habilidad del participante de continuar con las actividades del programa.

I have carefully considered the risk involved and give consent for myself and/or my child to participate in these activities. I approve the sharing of the information on this form with BSA volunteers and professionals who need to know of medical situations that might require special consideration for the safe conducting of Scouting activities.

I release the Boy Scouts of America, the local council, the activity coordinators, and all employees, volunteers, related parties, or other organizations associated with the activity from any and all claims or liability arising out of this participation.

He considerado cuidadosamente el riesgo implicado y he dado el consentimiento para mí mismo o mi hijo de participar en dichas actividades. Apruebo que se comparta la información contenida en este formulario con los voluntarios y profesionales de BSA que necesiten tener conocimiento de condiciones médicas que puedan requerir consideración especial para la realización de actividades Scouting de manera segura.

Eximo a Boy Scouts of America, al concilio local, a los coordinadores de la actividad y a todos los empleados, voluntarios, grupos involucrados u otras organizaciones asociadas con la actividad, de cualquier y toda reclamación o responsabilidad que surja a raíz de esta participación.

Without restrictions./Sin restricciones.

With special considerations or restrictions (list)/Con condiciones especiales o restricciones (lista): ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I hereby assign and grant to the local council and the Boy Scouts of America the right and permission to use and publish the photographs/film/videotapes/electronic representations and/or sound recordings made of me or my child at all Scouting activities, and I hereby release the Boy Scouts of America, the local council, the activity coordinators, and all employees, volunteers, related parties, or other organizations associated with the activity from any and all liability from such use and publication.

Por este conducto asigno y otorgo al concilio local y a Boy Scouts of America el derecho y permiso para usar y publicar las fotografías/películas/ videocintas/representaciones electrónicas y grabaciones de sonido de mí o mi hijo realizadas en todas las actividades Scouting, y por este medio exonero a Boy Scouts of America, al concilio local, a los coordinadores de la actividad y a todos los empleados, voluntarios, grupos involucrados u otras organizaciones asociadas con la actividad, de cualquier y toda responsabilidad por dicho uso y publicación.

I hereby authorize the reproduction, sale, copyright, exhibit, broadcast, electronic storage, and/or distribution of said photographs/film/videotapes/electronic representations and/ or sound recordings without limitation at the discretion of the Boy Scouts of America, and I specifically waive any right to any compensation I may have for any of the foregoing.

Por este conducto autorizo la reproducción, venta, derechos reservados, exhibición, transmisión, almacenamiento electrónico y distribución de dichas fotografías/películas/ videocintas/representaciones electrónicas y grabaciones de sonido sin limitación a discreción de Boy Scouts of America, y específicamente renuncio a cualquier derecho de compensación alguna que pueda tener por cualquiera de lo anterior.

Yes/Sí No/No

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ADULTS AUTHORIZED TO TAKE YOUTH TO AND FROM EVENTS: You must designate at least one adult. Please include a telephone number.

ADULTOS AUTORIZADOS PARA TRANSPORTAR AL NIÑO HACIA Y DESDE LOS EVENTOS: Debe designar por lo menos a un adulto. Por favor incluya un número telefónico.

1. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________ 2. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________ 3. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________ Adults NOT authorized to take youth to and from events/Adultos NO autorizados para transportar al niño hacia y desde los eventos: 1. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________ 2. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________

DOB: ___________________ Fecha de nacimiento

3. Name/Nombre __________________________________________________________________________Telephone/Teléfono ________________________ I understand that, if any information I/we have provided is found to be inaccurate, it may limit and/or eliminate the opportunity for participation in any event or activity.

Entiendo que, si cualquier información que he/hemos proporcionado es errónea, puede limitar o eliminar la oportunidad de participación en cualquier evento o actividad.

If I am participating at Philmont, Philmont Training Center, Northern Tier, Florida Sea Base, or the Summit Bechtel Reserve: I have also read and understand the risk advisories explained in Part D, including height and weight requirements and restrictions, and understand that the participant will not be allowed to participate in applicable high-adventure programs if those requirements are not met. The participant has permission to engage in all high-adventure activities described, except as specifically noted by me or the healthcare provider. If the participant is under the age of 18, a parent or guardian’s signature is required.

Si participo en Philmont, el Centro de Capacitación Philmont, Northern Tier, la Base Marina de la Florida o Summit Bechtel Reserve: También he leído y entiendo las advertencias de riesgo explicadas en la Parte D, incluyendo los requisitos y restricciones de estatura y peso, y entiendo que al participante no se le permitirá intervenir en programas de aventura extrema si dichos requisitos no se cumplen.

El participante tiene permiso de intervenir en todas las actividades de aventura extrema descritas, excepto aquellas específicamente señaladas por mí o el proveedor de servicios médicos. Si el participante es menor de 18 años, se requiere la firma de el padre/ madre o tutor.

Participant’s name/Nombre del participante _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Date/Fecha

Part B Full name: _________________________________________________________ Parte B Nombre completo

Participant’s signature/Firma del participante Parent/guardian’s signature/Firma del padre o tutor

(if participant is under the age of 18/si el participante es menor de 18 años)

Second parent/guardian signature/Firma del otro padre o tutor

(if required; for example, CA/si se requiere; por ejemplo en CA)

Date/Fecha Date/Fecha

This Annual Health and Medical Record is valid for 12 calendar months.

Este Registro Médico y de Salud Anual tiene vigencia por 12 meses calendario.

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Part C/Parte C Pre-participation Physical Examen físico previo a la participación

High-adventure base participants: Participantes en la base de aventura extrema: Expedition/crew No. Expedición/grupo no.: ______________________________ or staff position o puesto fijo: _____________________________________

TO THE EXAMINING HEALTH CARE PROVIDER

(Certified and licensed physicians [MD, DO], nurse practitioners, and physician assistants) You are being asked to certify that this individual has no contraindication for participation in a Scouting experience as described in Part D. For individuals who will be attending a high-adventure program, either unitbased or at one of the national high-adventure bases, please refer to Part D for additional information.

Height (inches)

Maximum weight for height

Peso (libras)

Blood pressure

DOB: ___________________ Fecha de nacimiento

licenciados, enfermeras profesionales y asistentes médicos) Se les está solicitando que certifiquen que este individuo no tiene contraindicación para participar en una experiencia Scouting tal como se describe en la Parte D. Para individuos que estarán participando en un programa de aventura extrema, ya sea en la unidad o en una de las bases nacionales de aventura extrema, por favor consulte la Parte D para información adicional.

Weight (pounds)

Estatura (pulgadas)

Part C Full name: _________________________________________________________ Parte C Nombre completo

PARA EL PROVEEDOR DE SERVICIOS DE SALUD QUE REALICE EL RECONOCIMIENTO (Médicos certificados y

Pulse

Presión arterial

Porcentaje de grasa corporal (opcional)

If you exceed the maximum weight for height as explained on the next page and your planned high-adventure activity will take you more than 30 minutes away from an emergency vehicle/accessible roadway, you will not be allowed to participate. At the discretion of the medical advisers of the event and/or camp, participation of an individual exceeding the maximum weight for height may be allowed if the body fat percentage measured by the health care provider is determined to be 20 percent or less for a female or 15 percent or less for a male.

(Philmont requires a hydrostatic weighing or DXA test to be used for this determination.) Please call the event leader and/or camp if you have any questions. Enforcing the height/weight guidelines is strongly encouraged for all other events.

Examiner: Please fill in the information.

Examinador: Favor de completar la información.

Normal

Por favor rellene los círculos tal como se indica:

Explique cualquier anomalía

No/No

Si usted excede el peso máximo para su estatura tal como se explica en la siguiente página y su actividad de aventura extrema planeada le llevará a más de 30 minutos de distancia de una vía con acceso para un vehículo de emergencia, usted no podrá participar. A juicio de los consejeros médicos del evento o campamento, la participación de un individuo que exceda el peso máximo para su estatura puede permitirse si el porcentaje de grasa corporal medida por el proveedor de servicios de salud determina que es 20 por ciento o menos para una mujer o 15 por ciento o menos para un hombre. (Philmont requiere que se use una prueba de peso hidrostático o de densitometría ósea para determinarlo). Por favor llame al líder del evento o del campamento si tiene preguntas. El cumplimiento de los lineamientos de estatura y peso se recomienda encarecidamente para todos los demás eventos.

Range of Mobility Rango de movilidad

Eyes

Knees (both)

Ears

Ankles (both)

Nose

Spine

Ojos

Yes/Sí

Please fill in the bubbles as indicated:

Abnormal Explain Any Abnormalities Anormal

Cumple con los límites de estatura/peso

Percent body fat (optional)

Pulso

Normal

Meets height/ weight limits

Máximo peso para la estatura

Incorrect:

Correct:

Incorrecto

Normal Normal

Correcto

Abnormal Explain Any Abnormalities Anormal

Explique cualquier anomalía

Rodillas (ambas)

Oídos

Tobillos (ambos)

Nariz

Espina

Throat

Garganta

Lungs

Pulmones

Neurological

Other

Yes

Otro

Neurológico

Sí

Heart

Personal or family history of heart disease

Abdomen

Medical equipment (i.e., CPAP, oxygen)

Genitalia/hernia

Contacts

Skin

Dentures

Emotional adjustment

Braces

Corazón

No

Explain

Explique

Historial personal o familiar de enfermedad cardíaca

Abdomen

Equipo médico (por ejemplo, CPAP, oxígeno)

Genitales/hernia

Lentes de contacto

Piel

Dentaduras Tratamientos de ortodoncia

Ajuste emocional

Tuberculosis (TB) skin test (if required by your state for BSA camp staff): Negative/Negativo Prueba de Tuberculosis (TB) (si lo requiere su estado para personal del campamento BSA) Allergies/Alergias:

No

No/No

Positive/Positivo

Yes/Sí (explain to what agent, type of reaction, treatment/explique a qué agente, tipo de reacción, tratamiento):

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Medical restrictions to participate/Restricciones médicas para participar:

No/No

Yes/Sí (explain/explique):

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EXAMINER’S CERTIFICATION CERTIFICACIÓN DEL EXAMINADOR

Height (inches)

I certify that I have reviewed the health history and examined this person and find no contraindications for participation in a Scouting experience. This participant (with noted restrictions above): Certifico que he revisado el historial médico, examinado a esta persona y no encuentro contradicciones para su participación en una experiencia Scouting. Este participante (con las restricciones descritas anteriormente): Please fill in the bubbles as indicated:

Por favor rellene los círculos tal como se indica:

True

Cierto

False Falso

Incorrect: Incorrecto

Correct: Correcto

Maximum Acceptance

60

97-138

139-166

166

61

101-143

144-172

172

62

104-148

149-178

178

63

107-152

153-183

183

64

111-157

158-189

189

Excepción permitida

Aceptación máxima

65

114-162

163-195

195

66

118-167

168-201

201

Does not have uncontrolled heart disease, asthma, or hypertension

67

121-172

173-207

207

68

125-178

179-214

214

69

129-185

186-220

220

No tiene cardiopatía, asma o hipertensión incontrolados

DOB: ___________________ Fecha de nacimiento

Peso recomendado (libras)

Allowable Exception

Cumple con los requisitos de estatura/peso

Meets height/weight requirements

Part C Full name: _________________________________________________________ Parte C Nombre completo

Estatura (pulgadas)

Recommended Weight (lbs)

Has not had an orthopedic injury, musculoskeletal problems, or orthopedic surgery in the last six months or possesses a letter of clearance from his or her orthopedic surgeon or treating physician

70

132-188

189-226

226

No ha tenido una lesión ortopédica, problemas musculoesqueléticos o cirugía ortopédica en los últimos seis meses o posee una carta de autorización por parte de su cirujano ortopédico o médico

71

136-194

195-233

233

72

140-199

200-239

239

Has no uncontrolled psychiatric disorders

73

144-205

206-246

246

Has had no seizures in the last year

74

148-210

211-252

252

Does not have poorly controlled diabetes

75

152-216

217-260

260

76

156-222

223-267

267

77

160-228

229-274

274

78

164-234

235-281

281

79 & over

170-240

241-295

295

No tiene trastornos psiquiátricos incontrolados No ha tenido convulsiones en el último año No tiene diabetes mal controlada

If less than 18 years of age and planning to scuba dive, does not have diabetes, asthma, or seizures Si tiene menos de 18 años de edad y piensa realizar buceo, no tiene diabetes, asma o convulsiones

I have reviewed Part D for high-adventure activities.

He revisado la Parte D para actividades de aventura extrema.

Provider printed name

Nombre del proveedor _______________________________________________

Address

This table is based on the revised Dietary Guidelines for Americans from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture and the Dept. of Health & Human Services.

Esta tabla está basada en los Lineamientos dietéticos para estadounidenses del Departamento de Agricultura de los EE.UU. y del Departamento de Salud y Servicios Humanos.

Domicilio ___________________________________________________________

DO NOT WRITE IN THIS BOX NO ESCRIBA EN ESTE RECUADRO

City, state, zip

Ciudad, estado, código postal ________________________________________

Office phone

REVIEW FOR CAMP OR SPECIAL ACTIVITY/REVISIÓN PARA CAMPAMENTO O ACTIVIDAD ESPECIAL

Date

Reviewed by Revisado por _____________________________________________________________

Teléfono del consultorio ______________________________________________ Fecha _____________________________________________________________

Examiner signature in the box below.

Firma del examinador en el recuadro de abajo.

Date Fecha ___________________________________________________________________ Further approval required Se requiere aprobación adicional

Yes Sí

No No

Reason Razón ____________________________________________________________________ Approved by Aprobado por _____________________________________________________________ Date Fecha ___________________________________________________________________

Click here for more information regarding high-adventure outings or go to www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/part_d.pdf.

Haga clic aquí para obtener más información sobre las excursiones de aventura extrema o visite www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/ part_d.pdf.

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Classes Locations and Counselors 1st Period Insect Study Space Exploration Inventing Law Welding Public Speaking Archery Early Settler's Program

Location Dining Hall O.A. Porch Handicraft Scoutcraft Compound Trading Post Porch Shooting Sports Pathfinder

Counselor Walter Blakesley Chuck Watkins Greg Espenan Marc Conrad Pat Necaise Mari Dugas Jason Bilello Roy Blanchard

2nd Period Traffic Saftey Journalism Sustainability Computers Genealogy Energy Archery Early Settler's Program

Location Dining Hall Training Center Porch O. A. Porch Training Center O. A. Lodge Eco Con Shelter Shooting Sports Pathfinder

Counselor Walter Blakesley Devin Dupre Greg Espenan Pavel Garry Winchester Anthony LaJaunie Jason Bilello Roy Blanchard

3rd Period Photography Wilderness Survival Search & Rescue Robotics Citizenship in the Nation Entrepreneurship Archery Early Settler's Program

Location Training Center Porch Scoutcraft O. A. Porch Training Center O. A. Lodge Handicraft Shooting Sports Pathfinder

Counselor Brandon Queen Church Watkins Greg Espenan Pavel Garry Winchester Brandon Bergeron Jason Bilello Roy Blanchard

4th Period Collections Citizenship in the World Cinematography Law Wilderness Survival Plant Science Astronomy Early Settler's Program

Location Dining Hall Training Center Training Center Porch Handicraft Scoutcraft Eco Con Shelter BBQ Chorale Pathfinder

Counselor Walter Blakesley Troy Carter Glenn Gilyot Maria Dugas Brandon Bergeron Anthony LaJaunie Brian Domangue Roy Blanchard

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PERSONAL EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST Individual Scout Equipment □ Signed Medical Report Form □ Scout Uniform and Belt □ Socks and Scout Socks (4 or 5 pair) □ Pants/Jeans and Scout Pants □ T-Shirt □ Jacket or Coat □ 3 or 4 Scout T-shirts (no tank tops) □ Shoes (closed toe) or Hiking Boots □ Cap or Hat □ Underwear □ Pajamas or sleeping clothes □ Sleeping Bag or 2 blankets & sheet □ Pillow □ Personal First Aid Kit □ Poncho or Rain jacket □ Towels & washcloth □ Soap and Shampoo □ Toothbrush & Toothpaste □ Comb, Brush, & Mirror □ Flashlight & Extra Batteries □ Pocket Knife & “Totin Chip” □ Insect Repellent (non-aerosol) □ Sun Screen □ Boy Scout Handbook □ Water Bottle or Canteen & Cup □ Spiral Notebooks □ Pen or Pencils □ Completed Merit Badge Work □ Spending Money (1’s, 5’s & quarters please) □ PREPAID TELEPHONE CALLING CARD Don’t Bring: Personal electronic items such as radios, CD players, iPod’s, TV’s, electronic games, cell phones Fireworks Sheath or hunting knives

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OPTIONAL: □ Writing Material □ Backpack □ Fishing Rod & Tackle □ Camera & Film □ Bible or Prayer Book □ Work Gloves □ Dirty Clothes Bag □ Combination Lock □ Mosquito Netting □ Watch

Pets Personal firearms & ammunition Jewelry or other expensive items Personal bows & arrows

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TROOP EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST □ Patrol Flags □ Lanterns (propane is best) □ Matches/Lighters □ Dining Fly(s), poles, & stakes □ Rope □ Tents, poles & stakes □ Hammers & other hand tools □ 5 Gallon Water Jugs □ Ice Chests □ Trash Bags □ Lockable Storage Container □ Troop First Aid Kit □ Compass □ Shovels, Rakes, Hoes, Bow saws □ Rolls of Surveyor’s marking tape □ Lawn chairs □ Dutch oven and other cooking and cleanup gear (gear as needed for Cobbler and chili Cook-off)

Campsite entrance/gateway materials: □ Troop Sign (should include Troop number) □ Troop Flag □ U.S. Flag □ Twine & poles for lashing Bulletin Board: □ Bulletin Board (Provided in campsite) □ Camp Roster □ Troop Duty Roster □ Scout Schedules □ Emergency Procedures □ Push pins, etc. for bulletin board Paperwork: □ Troop Advancement Records □ Troop Leaders Guide Book □ Medical Forms

Do not forget to bring items such asOTHER thumbtacks, duck tape, grips, sharpening stone & oil. Troops can buy ITEMS NOTvice TO BRING DO NOT BRING CHECKLIST ice at camp to put in your 5-gallon water jugs. Tickets are sold at the Trading Post for $1.00 per bag. They may □ Cell □ iPads be redeemed andPhones ice picked up at the Dining Hall. □ Sheath knives/Weapons □ Fire Arms □ Fire Works □ Laser pointers Wilderness Survival Supply Kit. □ Alcohol beverages □ Open Toed Shoes The wilderness survival kit is needed for both the Beginner’s Luck (First Year Program) and the Seperate Wilderness Survival Merit Badge course. Please have all items at camp so you can sucessfully complete the merit badge. YOU MUST HAVE THE FOLLOWING SUPPLIES to participate in this class. Failure to bring the items IPods/Mp3 Players: iPods/Mp3 Players: below may result in either your removal from the class or a very uncomfortable night.

If you have valuable items that you do not want stolen or damaged, please do not bring these items to camp.

If you have valuable items that you do not want stolen or damaged, please do not bring these items to camp. You are You are to bringmp3 your mp3toplayers to camp.

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4 alcohol preps – bottle of hand m.

1 mole skin patch (blister Should include: in your tents at night and leave them in your tents during the day. If you are caught playing your mp3 playerrelief) playing your mp3 player class,until theythe will of camp.

Roll of adhesive tape sanitizer works a. during Gloves class, they will beduring confiscated endbeofconfiscated camp. well until the end n. o. Motrin b. 1 small and 1 large elastic g. Insect/sting relief spray p. Tums bandage – Ace bandage would h. Anti-itch cream Cellular Phones: Cellular Phones : Chapstick i. are Burn relief suffice Scouts areare prohibited use.You You are allowed to have your cell q. phone on campgrounds for any Scouts prohibitedcell cellphone phone use. notnot allowed to have your cell phone on campgrounds for any purpose. c. IfBandaids j. Neosporin(antibiotic) purpose. youtoneed use ayou phone, you are to the Administration building you If need use a to phone, are to report to to thereport Administration building to use the phone.to If use yourthe call phone. is long If your k. distance Tweezers d. distance, butterfly bandages call is4 long distance, please a long card.

If any with scout is caught withany their cell phones, any please bring a longbring distance calling card. Ifcalling any scout is caught their cell phones, counselor or counselor or leader willyour confiscate your end of camp. (NO EXCEPTIONS) leader will confiscate phone until thephone end ofuntil camp.the (NO EXCEPTIONS)” Part II. The Basics:

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Sheath Knives/Weapons:

If any scout is caught with anytime of weapon or sheath knife, that scout will lose all rights to having a knife and be asked to leave camp. (Note to Scoutmasters: Please check with your scouts before leaving home. We are striving for a safe environment at camp.)

Fire Arms/Fire Works/and Alcohol Beverages:

If any scout or adult leader has possession of any of these items will be removed from camp with no refund. These items are not allowed at camp and will not be tolerated what so ever. Please do not bring these items to camp.

Laser Pointers:

Laser pointers are not allowed at camp and not to be pointed at anyone’s eyes. If caught with a laser, it will be confiscated and possibly not returned to the scout. Please leave any lasers at home.

Open Toed Shoes:

Open Toed shoes are forbidden at Camp V-Bar. To prevent any foot injuries, please where closed toed shoes.

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Thanksgiving Camp Individual Scout Registration Form (Please complete one form for each Scout attending.)

Scout’s Name:_______________________________________ Troop____________ District__________________ Address:____________________________________________ City:__________________ Zip:________________ Your Phone:_________________________________________ Emerg. Contact Name:_______________________ Your Email:_________________________________________ Emerg. Cont. Phone:________________________ ✔ $105.00 $125.00 $15.00 $25.00 $6.00 $

✔

Cost Fee Type Early Bird Registration Fee Registration Fee T-Shirts S M L XL XXL C.O.P.E. Program Fee Collections

This fee covers your materials for the class.

TOTAL FEES SUBMITTED

= Check all that apply

1st Period

Comments/Notes Paid by October 25, 2013 Paid by November 14, 2013 Please make online order as well

Merit Badges (First Choice) 2nd Period

3rd Period

4th Period

Merit Badges (Second Choice) 1st Period

2nd Period

Morning Sessions

Period #1 8:30 am - 10:00 am Insect Study Space Exploration (MM) Inventing Law Welding Public Speaking Archery Early Settler’s Program C.O.P.E./Challenge

Period #2 10:15 am - 11:45 am Traffic Safety Journalism Sustainability Computers (MM) Genealogy Energy Archery Early Settler’s Program C.O.P.E./Challenge

3rd Period

4th Period

Evening Sessions

Period #3 1:45 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Photography Wilderness Survival Search & Rescue Robotics (MM) Citizenship in the Nation Entrepreneurship Archery Early Settler’s Program

Period#4 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Collections Citizenship in the World Cinematography (MM) Law Wilderness Survival Plant Science Astronomy Early Settler’s Program

C.O.P.E. - Pending (not a merit badge-just C.O.P.E opportunity. $25.00 additional fee. Must have at least 6 participants registered by 11/15/13 to conduct course.)

Some class sizes are limited due to facilities or other considerations. Early registration is the best way to ensure that Scouts get the classes they want. Camp administration may rearrange schedules to balance size if necessary.

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Thanksgiving Camp TROOP Registration Form (Please complete one form for each Troop attending.)

Troop #:______________ Unit Leader:_____________________________________________________________ (Print in Full)

Council:

Southeast Louisiana

Istrouma

Last

Pine Burr

First

Middle

Other:__________________________

District:______________ Email:___________________________ Unit Leader Phone:______________________

MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY INDIVIDUAL THANKSGIVING CAMP APPLICATIONS # 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

10.

11.

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Description Total number of scouts to attend Thanksgiving Camp EARLY REGISTRATION (on or before October 25, 2013) Total number of boys to attend Thanksgiving Camp LATE REGISTRATION (AFTER November 14, 2013) T-Shirt - Small T-Shirt - Medium T-Shirt - Large T-Shirt - X-Large T-Shirt - XX-Large T-Shirt - XXX-Large T-Shirt - Extras ___ S ___ M ___ L ___ XL ___ XXL Troop Photo (Camp Souvenir) PAID Total number of ADULTS to attend Thanksgiving Camp (1 adult free for every 10 paid scouts) Names:___________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ FREE Total number of ADULTS to attend Thanksgiving Camp (1 adult free for every 10 paid scouts.

Names:___________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ TOTAL (Total of lines 1 thru 10)

Quantity Unit Price

Amount

@ $ 105.00 $ @ $ 125.00 $ @ $ 15.00 @ $ 15.00 @ $ 15.00 @ $ 15.00 @ $ 15.00 @ $ 18.00 @ $ 18.00 @ $10.00

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

@ $ 35.00 $

@ FREE $ FREE

TOTAL $

Troops will be assigned to their campsites based on the campsite capacity. This will allow each troop to have the most comfortable accommodations possible. Please check your first & second choices here and we will try to accommodate: Mark 1st & 2nd Choice for Camp V-Bar Troop Sites (Campsite capacity is in parentheses next to each campsite name) Cherokee (24) __________ Mohawk (32) __________ Natchez (32) ___________

Apache (24) ___________ Sioux (24) _____________ Arapaho (24) __________

Comanche (24) _________ Old Chickasaw (24) _______ Chickasaw (24) _________

Houma (24) ___________ Fox (24) ______________ Indian-Head (24) _______

RETURN THIS COMPLETED FORM WITH THANKSGIVING CAMP SCOUT APPLICATIONS TO: COUNCIL SERVICES, SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA COUNCIL 4200 S. I-10 Service Rd. W. Suite 101, Metairie, LA 70001 (WE encourage all participants to use online registration! Lets Go Green!) www.bsa-selacouncil.org

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Other Cost Troop Photos $10.00 Camp Shirts $15.00 to $18.00 John C. Stennis $15.00 only for MM scouts C.O.P.E. $25.00 Welding $20.00 Collections Merit Badge $6.00 Visitor’s Meals: Breakfast $4.00 Lunch $6.00 Dinner $8.00

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Camp Recognition Program Director’s Award: The Program Director’s Award is the highest recognition award, any scout can earn at Thanksgiving Camp. This scout must show scouting spirit, participate in all events, and encourage others to do the same. This scout will also show qualities of the scout oath, the scout law, and the outdoor code.

Mr. V-Bar Award: The Mr. V-Bar Award is awarded to the scout that is obedient, thrifty, clean and reverent. These qualities are based on four points of the scout oath. Scouts will be judged on their cleanliness in the Dining Hall and in their camp sites. How wisely the spend their time and money, do they obey every command given by leaders, and their reverence to God by attending Catholic Mass or the Interfaith Service held on Sunday and participating if help is needed.

The Gumbo Award: The Gumbo Award is given to the troop that has the cleanest camp site, the cleanest eating area , always on time to all events, and excited about all the events.

Extreme COPE Award: This award is given to any (1) COPE participant that handled all challenges with great personality, poise and pride. The Scout or Adult must complete all challenges to be eligible.

Cobbler Cook-Off Champ: To the best cobbler cook off!! This award is awarded to the adult leader who has the best cobbler at camp.

The Rhonda Bridier Leadership Award: This award is the highest leadership award given to an adult who stands out and leads troops and fellow leaders in various projects or activities. This leader, volunteers without the being told, and gives advice when needed.

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SOUTHEAST LOUISIANA COUNCIL Presents BOY SCOUT THANKSGIVING CAMP

2013

Welcome to Salmen Scout Reservation, “Where the road ends, and where the adventure begins” 4th Annual Thanksgiving Camp…Getting better with time!

Our dining hall staff works extremely hard to serve wellprepared, great tasting meals for each day at camp. On Tuesday evening, we will have a mini Thanksgiving feast.

Looking to leap forward to the Eagle rank? We will be offering several Eagle required merit badges to help scouts make the most of their time at camp! We encourage all scouts to take advantage of the Eagle merit badge offered at camp this year!

Pick wisely!

Our 2013 registration system will allow you to choose your Scout’s merit badges online!

Help us go green!

Our NEW Mission to Mars Program offers knowledge about space through Robotics, Space Exploration, Cinematography and Astronomy.

With these merit badges being offered, we encourage the scouts to participate in the all day program and get a chance to go to John C. Stennis Space Center. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Our COPE course is designed to work on Teamwork, Leadership, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Communication, Trust, Planning, and Self Esteem.

Anyone from ages 14 and up are welcome to partake in our all day COPE Extreme Challenge.

(Adults you are welcome too!)

The Scouts who sign up for COPE Extreme will have the chance to earn the Climbing merit badge! We want you to take the challenge!

In addition to the programs above, watch for announcements regarding other programs and offerings. To receive email notices and updates, please email us at sela.thankgsgivingcamp@gmail.com; we look forward to seeing you at Thanksgiving Camp 2013! www.bsa-selacouncil.org

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Please remember that all senior patrol leaders are to report to the Training Center every morning for their S. P. L. Meeting.

Time: 7:15 am to 8:00 am

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ThanksgivingCamp Camp V-Bar Hosted by: Southeast Louisiana Council Salmen Scout Reservation 2013