2020 Camp Lassen

WELCOME TO THE CAMPING SEASON

Welcome to the camping season! We are very excited about this camping season and sincerely hope you and your units are as well. We are pleased that you have selected to participate in the camping experience that we are offering this coming year at Camp Lassen.

There are some exciting changes in the works, so be sure to read this guide, and also check the webpage, Facebook and Instagram for updates regularly. We will be adding and updating schedules that reflect the new programs at Camp Lassen, and we want you to know about them well in advance of your arrival at camp. We have done everything possible to make preparations for camp. We have selected a staff that we feel is superior to all other camp staffs outside of the Golden Empire Council and have the capabilities to accomplish the task of teaching Scouting skills. We are working on their training now in preparation for your arrival to provide the best summer camp experience ever!!! We have set up programs that will be beneficial to your scouts and will ensure a fun time at camp. Please read this Leaders’ Guide, discuss it with your unit leadership and parents and design a program that will fit your needs. If you find things that you would like to do at camp that are not included, please make it known to us. We will do all we can to provide you with the activities you need based on our program and staff capabilities. We have many program features, with the sole purpose of providing you and your Scouts a satisfying, fun, and memorable experience. Your communications before and during the camp week will help up to provide the best possible scouting service. We pledge our efforts to support you in giving your Scouts a summer experience at camp that will last a lifetime. Our camp staff is committed to exceeding your expectations. They are being carefully selected and trained to assist you. Your camp experience will be filled with adventures you will never forget. We look forward to greeting you this summer at Camp Lassen. Please do not hesitate to contact our Camping Department for any reason; we are here to serve! Thank you for choosing Camp Lassen as your summer camp destination, and we can’t wait for you to experience our Northern California Adventure!

Yours in Scouting,

Laura Lovell Director of Camp and Properties Golden Empire Council

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Contact Information ...... 4 General Information ...... 6 General Medical Information ...... 7 Camp Rules ...... 8 Camp History ...... 9 Dining Hall Operations ...... 10 Program Areas ...... 10 Trading Post ...... 12 Waterfront Overview ...... 13 Trail to First Class ...... 16 Merit Badges ...... 17 Online Class Scheduling ...... 18 Camp Leadership ...... 26 Pre-Camp Meeting ...... 27 Campsite Information ...... 28 Emergency Procedures ...... 29 Scout Packing List ...... 30 League of Lassen ...... 31 Camp Lassen Honor Troop ...... 32 Scout Master Honor Award ...... 33 Camp T-shirt preorder form ...... 34 Forms needed for Camp Attendance ...... 34

CONTACT INFORMATION

We look forward to working with your troop to make your summer camp experience outstanding. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or needs.

Golden Empire Council - Phone Camp Lassen Summer Camp – Phone 916-929-1417, ask for the Camping Department 530-873-4961

Camp Lassen Mailing Address Camp Lassen Website 21359 Scout Road http://www.gec-bsa.org/camping-/camp-lassen Butte Meadows, CA 95942 (Please address with the Scout Name & Troop Number)

Email [email protected]

Our Philosophy We strive to create the Scouting experience of the year for every Scout who attends camp. Leadership, person growth & development, and duty & responsibility are the key ideals in Scouting and are the basis for everything we do.

Our Mission Provide a week long, life changing opportunity for every scout. Above all else, we will: • Ensure that every Scout has a chance for a life changing experience. • Help build memories with friends, leaders and family that will last a life time. • Teach fundamental skills to each Scout and develop leadership, citizenship, personal well-being, and self- confidence.

The Outdoor Code first appeared in the Boy Scout Handbook in February 1955, in the 8th printing of the 5th Edition. GENERAL INFORMATION

ARRIVAL SCREENINGS Upon arrival one adult leader will be required to complete a brief health screening with their unit and sign the arrival screening form. Individuals who are symptomatic will be quarantined.

LOST AND FOUND Lost and found items will be turned in at the camp office. Leaders should encourage Scouts to mark their belongings with name and troop number. Lost and found items will be kept for one week after being collected, then donated to a local charity.

QUARTERMASTER Units may pick up latrine supplies and cleaning equipment as needed. Scout leaders may also pick up tools for special camp projects. The troop is responsible for the return of all items checked out in clean, working order, prior to departure from camp. Your camp commissioner will be able to supply the needed supplies to you upon request.

CAMP MAILING ADDRESS Scout /Adult Leader Name, Troop Number & Campsite Camp Lassen, BSA, 21359 Scout Road, Butte Meadows, CA 95942 – Please note that there is sometimes a multiple day delay in mail being delivered, so mail your packages early!

PROVISIONAL SCOUTS Scouts may attend Camp Lassen on an individual basis, as Provisional Scouts. Provisional Scouts will be provided with experienced adult leadership so that they can participate fully in the camp experience. Provisional Scouts must provide certification that they have accident/sickness insurance coverage. Sign-up for provisional Scouts must be done by contacting the camping department at 916-333-5434. If your troop is willing to assist the provisional Scouts during camp, please let us know.

REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE In accordance with national policy, every Scout and Leader who attends summer camp must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. Troops must provide proof that they have troop and/or council accident/sickness insurance coverage. Accident/Sickness insurance is not provided by the Camp Lassen nor Golden Empire Council to units not registered in the Golden Empire Council.

VISITORS TO CAMP Visitors are welcome at any time. All visitors must check at the camp office with the on duty commissioner or staff upon arrival. Guest meals are available for $6 per meal. Tickets can be purchased at the trading post. Siblings and friends are not allowed at camp without prior permission and are not allowed to participate in program activity. No pets allowed in camp except service animals.

CAMPERSHIPS A Scout is Thrifty and as such is encouraged to do all he can to help pay their way to camp. At times, however, it is difficult for a Scout and their family to raise the full fee for summer camp. Limited financial help is available from the Golden Empire Council on an individual basis for Scouts who could not otherwise go to camp due to financial hardships. Scoutmasters in the Golden Empire Council who know of any youth with a legitimate need for financial help are encouraged to help that Scout apply for a Campership. The Campership Application is available at any Council Service Center or on the council website www.gec-bsa.org/camping/campforms. Camperships are available for youth members of the Golden Empire Council only.

GENERAL INFORMATION

WHAT IS PROVIDED AT YOUR CAMPSITE • A Bulletin Board. • Wash Basin and Drinking Fountain. • Shovel, rake, two 2 ½ gallon buckets, and a garden hose. • Latrine facilities are located throughout camp with one nearby for each campsite. • Warm showers are available at the Trading Post building, by the campfire bowl and the Medical Lodge. • 8’ x 8’ Wood Platforms raised Tents in the numbers provided to you by the camping department for your unit

GENERAL MEDICAL INFORMATION

NO MEDICAL EXAMINATION – NO CAMP! NO EXCEPTIONS!

MEDICAL FORMS Camp Lassen is located at an altitude approximately 4300 feet above sea level, which can add additional health-related problems not normally experienced at lower elevations. Therefore, Parts A, B and C of the BSA medical form are required by ALL PERSONS attending Camp Lassen for more than 72 hours. A photocopy of the medical form should be brought to camp; the original form should be retained for future use by the unit.

All Scouts and adults will have a medical review upon arrival in camp. Serious injuries or illness requiring hospitalization will be transported to a local medical center where the camp has an advance agreement for treatment. Transportation to and from a medical center is the responsibility of the unit, unless emergency treatment is required.

OUTBREAK PROCEDURES In the event of an outbreak, participants with an illness will receive care in a quarantined environment. Others in their campsite will be immediately re-screened for fever or other symptoms.

HOSPITAL OR DOCTOR VISIT In the event that a Scout requires medical attention from a physician or hospital the following procedure will be followed:

1. It is the responsibility of the unit leadership to provide transportation for members of their unit requiring non- emergency attention. Staff is not available to assist with transportation. 2. At least one adult leaders from the unit will accompany the Scout requiring medical services and must obtain the Scout’s medical form before leaving camp property. A minimum of 2 adults is required; you may be accompanied by adults from other units or off-duty staff. 3. Parents or guardians will be notified immediately by the Camp Director or unit leader of any serious illness or injury. Parents who will not be at home while Scouts is at camp must advise adult leaders of contact information in the case of emergency. 4. The Camp Medical Officer must clear all cases requiring outside medical care. 5. The troop is responsible for providing proof of insurance upon arrival at the doctor’s office or hospital or pay cash for services provided.

FIRST AID & PRESCRIPTION MEDICINES First aid treatment for minor medical problems should be handled at the unit campsite or the camp Medical Lodge. Major problems will be treated in coordination with local hospitals. Per BSA policy, ALL PRESCRIPTION AND OVER THE COUNTER DRUGS MUST BE IN ORIGINAL CONTAINERS and be reviewed with the camp Health Officer during your medical re-check. The Health Officer or an authorized Unit Leader will administer medication.

It is the Unit Leader’s responsibility to ensure that their Scouts receive their medications at the appropriate time. All drugs should be presented in the ORIGINAL container. The unit leader must have a note from a parent/guardian stating the dosage and frequency of the medication. Scouts may carry their personal Epi-pens and inhalers. Medications not requiring refrigeration can be kept in a LOCKED box with the Unit Leader.

CAMP RULES

At Lassen, the foremost rules for personal and group behavior are the ideals found in Scouting. Scouts and Leaders should follow the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and Outdoor Code for all behaviors.

• Fireworks are prohibited • Throwing rocks is forbidden • All cars must be parked the camp parking lots and not brought to the camping area. • Alcoholic beverages and illicit substances are prohibited • Use of tobacco products is forbidden outside of our designated smoking area. • No fixed-blade sheath knives. • No firearms or any kind of ammunition may be kept in the possession of any • Scout or adult. No pets or other animals should be brought to camp (registered service animals permitted). • No aerosol cans in campsites. • Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times. Sandals may only be worn at the waterfront and at the showers. • Two-deep leadership is required at all times for youth. BSA Youth Protection guidelines must be practiced; leaders and parents must be trained. • No running on trails, hills, or stairways. • Bicycles are not permitted (unless enrolled in high adventure mountain biking). • No one may ride in the back of a truck or trailer; seat belts must be worn by anyone in a moving vehicle. Speed limit in camp is 9 mph. Pedestrians always have the right of way. • No extension cords are allowed with the exception of medically necessary equipment such as CPAP machines. • No fires or open flames are allowed in tents, Adirondacks, cabins, or any other camp structure. • All campers and visitors must sign-in/sign-out at the camp office. • DO NOT LEAVE ANY FIRE UNATTENDED. Fires must be dead out and cold to the touch. • Campfires in unit sites must always be under adult supervision (age 21 or older) • Scouts must not play with matches or lighters. • Flames from any source not permitted in tents. Only battery lanterns or flashlights are allowed in tents.

DAMAGE TO CAMP FACILITIES All campsites and equipment will be inspected upon check-in and check-out. Any damages will be assessed and documented by the Camp Commissioner and a report given to the camp management. Damages may include lost equipment, defacing tents/ buildings, or ecological damages. Please conduct a thorough check-in inspection with your Troop Guide. Sample charges for damage are as follows: Tents and Fly’s

Rips and Tears per inch $25.00 Tent Replacement– 2 man $850.00 Tent Replacement– 4 man $1,120.00 Tent Fly Replacement $345.00

Environmental Damage (damage to live trees, improper trash disposal, scarring of earth) $50.00

THE HISTORY OF CAMP LASSEN

Located 45 minutes east of Chico off Highway 32 near the community of Butte Meadows, at an elevation of 4,200 feet, Camp Lassen was started in 1933 by the Mt. Lassen Area Council. The site had been the location of two early lumber mills before the Blue Diamond Match Company acquired it in 1907. It was the origin point for Butte Flume and Lumber Company’s V-flume, which followed Big Chico Canyon for 33 miles to Chico. Millions of board feet of rough lumber were shipped to Chico from mills along this route from 1872 to 1874

Many older Scouts and leaders established a temporary camp at the Chico Meadows site. They laid 4,100 feet of water pipe from the creek to the water tank, cleared 10 of the 90 acres to eliminate fire hazards, and eventually installed a 145-foot flag pole – the largest one-piece flagpole in the West. During the construction of the camp, Metro Goldwyn Mayer filmed special scenes for “Stand up and Fight”, a movie about the early days of railroading and its survival in the Cumberland Mountains of Maryland. During the first full camping season, the summer of 1935, the hospital, blockhouse, tent platforms, toilet and shower units, and the first dirt-filled dam was developed. In 1965, Camp Lassen was made part of Bristow Hood Scout Reservation. In 1993, the Camp Lassen Committee and the Jonesville-Butte Meadows Historical Society joined to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Camp Lassen, hosting a reunion that included all groups that ever attended the camp. In addition to Boy Scouts, attending were Girl Scouts, Campfire Boys and Girls, church organizations, groups from the California State University, Chico and the Butte County Sheriff’s Posse.

One of the first permanent buildings, Lassen Lodge, built in 1935-36, still serves as the location of the dining hall, offering cafeteria style dining. Because it had been determined that the camp would be a year-round camp for boys and girls, Lassen features cabins and Adirondacks (roofed, three-sided wooden shelters) in addition to the traditional wall tents. A newer dam across Big Chico Creek creates the waterfront area used for aquatic activities.

The traditional camping experience is available to all Scouts with some added special features. The horsemanship merit badge and overnight horse treks are available as part of the summer camp program. Camp Lassen is one of the few camps to offer a comprehensive mountain bike program for Scouts, biking on camp roads or taking overnight bike treks through the scenic Lassen wilderness. Scouts can take advantage of one of the best C.O.P.E. courses available anywhere. The camp’s climbing wall offers scouts an opportunity to learn skills in climbing and rappelling. The Climbing merit badge is offered to Scouts through our climbing program or Scouts can climb for fun. The camp also offers a great riding experience on All- Terrain Vehicles with training for Scouts 14 years old and older. A High Adventure opportunity can be experienced through the Lassen to Lassen backpacking trek, a hike of over 50 miles.

DINING HALL OPERATIONS

MEALS AND SPECIAL DIETS Meals are well-balanced and prepared in accordance with a nutritionist- planned menu. Parents/guardians of Scouts who have dietary restrictions must fill out information on those needs via our website for Camp Lassen at least one week prior to arrival at camp to coordinate special dietary needs. Please be prepared to verify that information at check in.

COOKOUTS AND SPECIAL FOOD REQUESTS The camp commissary provides food, Dutch ovens, and utensils for units needing food for overnighters or ingredients for those special Dutch oven desserts. Special requests are made to the kitchen manager. Special food may also be brought to camp and must be stored in the camp kitchen.

COBBLERS Fire warnings permitting, we will allow you to check out a dutch oven and bake your own cobbler in your campsites. We will provide the ingredients. Make sure you fill out the form for your night, your cobbler flavor choices, etc. so we can be prepared by 4:30 on the day you choose for your cobbler fun. Pick up your ingredients in the dining hall by the serving lines.

TROOP NIGHT—Lassen Chili Night On Wednesday evening at Camp Lassen, the Scouts do the Cooking! By noon on Tuesday, each unit needs to complete a form that indicates your Chili ingredient choices and quantity of people you are feeding. You will be able to pick up your supplies by 4 PM Wednesday from the dining hall. Many units bring their secret ingredients and enter their Chili in our camp-wide competition. The staff are the judges and the winners are announced at the closing campfire. You’re welcome to bring additional fixing like cornbread, corn chips, pasta or garlic bread. Remember to check-out a Dutch oven from the Dutch oven window during the posted hours.

SATURDAY MORNING BREAKFAST Saturday morning breakfast will be a continental breakfast served at the picnic table corral. It will be a continental style breakfast including cereal, yogurt, muffins and fresh fruit.

SECONDS & EXTRA FOOD A salad bar will be available every day at both lunch and dinner. When available, seconds will be offered to all campers. At all meals, regardless of the availability of seconds, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, and other items such as fruit, soup, etc. are available for any hungry campers. Soup and baked potatoes are offered nightly to supplement meals as well, so no camper goes away hungry! We also will have a baked potato bar each evening during dinner and a yogurt/granola bar each morning during breakfast. We do not want any of our youth to be hungry and will make sure to offer lots of options to help. If you have any concerns during your stay, please let us know. Food Service should be the last thing you are worried about at camp!

At Camp Lassen, we use a dining hall clean up method that is a little unique. Each meal, the tables will be set by your stewards who will arrive a few minutes before the meal. The plates will be set along with silverware. Once the meal is complete, your unit heads outside with their plate and silverware and uses a three bucket method to wash their plates. Don’t worry – we still run everything through the sanitizer to make sure it is clean and ready for the next meal. Sign up for a turn at the outdoor washing station or perhaps at serving seconds to help earn your ScoutMaster Award or to earn a bead for the League of Lassen.

GENERAL PROGRAM AREAS

THE OUTDOOR SKILLS AREA (Scout Craft) Summer camp is one of those few times in a Scout’s life to experience living and camping in the outdoors for an extended period of time. Learning to be comfortable in the wilderness is a sign of a true outdoorsman and a good Scout. In addition, many of the campers find the Outdoor Skills Area an exciting place to try lashing, tower building, camping skills, and cross country orienteering. There are also great adventures for the troop. . HANDICRAFT The pride and satisfaction of making something at camp is very real. Handicrafts have always been very popular. The HandiCraft area is open and staffed throughout the day to accommodate Scouts interested in merit badges or craft projects. Craft kits and supplies are sold at the trading post. Scouts should bring some extra money for craft projects ($15.00 should be enough) if they are not registered and pre-paid for those classes. The HandiCraft area is one place where Scouts always find success.

SHOOTING SPORTS Lassen offers a .22 caliber single-shot bolt action rifle target shooting range and shotgun shooting (suggested for older youth who have completed the rifle merit badge – very physically demanding so help your youth be successful by waiting until they are ready!), and an archery range. The ranges are under the supervision of an adult certified by the NRA and BSA National Camping School at all times. They are assisted by other staff trained in shooting sports. Permission slips are required from parents/guardians authorizing their Scout to participate in any shooting sports activity.

** PERSONAL FIREARMS OF ANY CALIBER, AMMUNITION, HUNTING ARROWS AND CROSS- BOWS MAY NOT BE BROUGHT TO CAMP. SAFETY IS FIRST AND FOREMOST AT ALL RANGES. **

Troop shoots can be arranged on the archery or rifle ranges in the evening while at camp. Over the course of an hour, all Scouts with a signed permission slip may try their hand at archery or firing a .22 caliber rifle supervised by the range staff. Cost is approximately $1 per scout for program fees and the range can accommodate up to 20 people per session.

THE ECOLOGY/CONSERVATION AREA (NATURE) With 160 acres of classroom, something is always stirring in the Ecology/Conservation Area! Soil and Water Conservation, Fishing, and Fish and Wildlife Management are schedule merit badges. In addition to merit badges, this area also provides conservation projects and nature, star, plant and animal identification hikes. Stop by the Nature Lodge and see what is growing.

ATV PROGRAM Camp Lassen is excited to bring back our All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rider course training for Scouts 14 years and older. The program is very hands on as the participants lean how to ride, where to ride and the proper safety equipment to wear. Come take a ride with us. You must bring jeans or heavy pants, long sleeved shirt, and boots to camp to participate.

HORSEMANSHIP PROGRAM Maybe you prefer something a bit slower than our ATV program. Experience one of our unique offerings at Camp Lassen with our horsemanship program. Learn to ride, care for the horses and more as you work your way towards your Horsemanship Merit Badge.

C.O.P.E. and CLIMBING PROGRAMS Camp Lassen has both COPE (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) and climbing opportunities in our state of the art facilities. We have experiences for both the brand new scout and the older youth who has earned most of their merit badges and are looking for more of a high adventure experience. Come soar with us in these great programs to new heights and new personal successes as you work to overcome challenges and new experience nerves.

WATERFRONT PROGRAM One of the badges of honor at Camp Lassen is completing waterfront merit badges in our chilly lake! We have many fun activities to help keep you cool on a summer day that include kayaking, log spinning, corcls, canoes, rowing, swimming, fishing and more. We know it is cold, but it sure feels good after a hot day at Camp Lassen!

MOUNTAIN BIKE PROGRAM What better place than in the beautiful mountains of Camp Lassen to learn how to ride mountain bikes and to take a “breath taking” ride? This program can accommodate youth and adults as you learn the ins and outs of mountain biking and get to go on a guided trail ride and enjoy the scenes around Camp Lassen

ETERNAL FLAME A Long-standing tradition at Camp Lassen is the Eternal Flame. This small memorial flame is ignited at 10 PM and is kept lit by scouts during the night (2-hour shifts). It is extinguished daily during the morning flag ceremony.

CAMPWIDE GAMES ON FRIDAY This is a camp-wide, fun-filled afternoon of some of the craziest events you have ever seen. Be prepared to get wet, dirty, and tired along the way. There will be awards for the unit with the best times and participation throughout the whole event, so plan for some fun. We will have sign-ups for the Friday Activities during the week so that we can make sure we are adequately staffed for the Friday Lassen Adventure!

FLAG CEREMONIES Your unit is encouraged to attend the daily camp-wide morning and evening flag ceremonies after which you go directly to meals at the lodge. Your unit is welcome to conduct morning and evening flag ceremonies in your unit’s campsite. SCOUTS AND LEADERS ARE EXPECTED TO WEAR BSA FIELD UNIFORMS (TAN SCOUT SHIRTS, TUCKED- IN, ETC.) TO ALL THE FLAG CEREMONIES.

ORDER OF THE ARROW Each week, we will host an Order of the Arrow gathering in the dining hall after dinner (evening to be announced based on the schedule for the week). Dancing and Drumming will be available as you socialize and enjoy ice cream. No experience with Dance and Drum? No worries, we will teach you! Come and enjoy fellowship with all of the Arrowmen attending Camp Lassen each week. Don’t forget your sash for this great evening of fun!

TRADING POST

The camp trading post provides a full selection of handicraft supplies, merit badge books, camping necessities, souvenir items, camp t-shirts, writing paper, pencils, stationery, and comfort items. Natural foods (such as fruits and trail mixes), candy, soda, ice cream, and other snacks will also be sold. The trading post is open daily, with hours posted. About $50 per Scout should meet most needs during the week. Additional money will be needed if Scouts plan to work on merit badges which require special supplies (craft kits, fuel costs, etc.).

There is a cost for some of the merit badges and activities. These fees must be paid on DoubleKnot for Scouts registering for the classes prior to camp and are non-refundable. Scouts dropping into these extra fee classes without prior registration will need to pay them at the Trading Post by Monday of their camp week. (Cost may vary for rifle and shotgun merit badges depending on number of shots needed by the Scout).

Archery $5.00 ATV $50.00 Basketry $15.00 Graphic Arts $10.00 Horsemanship $30.00 Indian Lore $10.00

Leather Work $10.00

Metal Working $ 5.00 Rifle Shooting $25.00 Shotgun Shooting $25.00 Wood Carving $ 5.00

Ice Cream Assorted Drinks Toiletries

This year at Camp Lassen, we will also be introducing the Scouts Healthy Living Initiative. Healthier snacks will be offered in the Trading Post along with pedometers for our daily competition to see who has walked the most each day (announced at morning campfire – winners get first in line privileges – winners by Troop based on a percentage method and not simple total number of steps to give all sizes of units a chance to win!) Bring your own pedometers or purchase one in our trading post to participate!

WATERFRONT OVERVIEW

WATERFRONT PROGRAM AT CAMP

General Information

The Waterfront staff wants to offer your troop the best possible Waterfront experience. Our goal is to provide each Scout with a top-quality learning experience that he can remember for life. One key responsibility of that goal is safety. To provide a quality and safe program for the large number of people who use the Waterfront, some general policies are needed:

Lakefront Rules

1. All Scouts must have a swim tag. A swim tag does more than just display the skill level – it tells the Lakefront staff that the Scout is physically fit to participate in aquatic activities. All activities require Scouts to be a swimmer. All boating badges: Canoeing, Water Sports, Kayaking, and Rowing, require a scout to successfully complete the BSA swimmer test: Jump feetfirst into water over the head in depth. Level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. Personal Flotation Devices (PFD’s) must always be worn when on or near the water.

2. For Fishing Merit Badge, bring pictures or letter confirming fish caught, cleaned and cooked. Scouts and Scouters should wear appropriate swim wear and lake shoes that can get wet.

3. The Waterfront is off limits to everyone after dark and whenever a Waterfront Director is not present.

Fishing Requirements

Camp Lassen has many opportunities to fish and work on the Fishing merit badge. If a Scout registers for the Fishing merit badge, he will need to provide rod and reel (or use one of ours if available).

When recreational fishing, please use the following guidelines:

Bring your own fishing gear. You are on private land and are not required to get a fishing license.

1. Fishing below the dam is not allowed.

2. Adult supervision required when fishing during hours when no lifeguards are on duty.

WATERFRONT

OVERVIEW

PRE-CAMP SWIM TEST PROCEDURES

Swim classifications are to be renewed annually, preferably at the beginning of each outdoor season.

Administration of Swim Test Options

Option A (at camp)

Aquatics program personnel administer the swim classification test at camp upon check-in. This can take several hours depending on volume of individuals needing testing. We recommend that new swimmers or those less skilled retake the test or at least get into the water at Camp Lassen to make sure they can safely swim in the cooler conditions.

Option B (at unit level with council-approved testing personnel)

The unit arranges swim classification tests locally using council-approved resource personnel with training as BSA Aquatics Instructor, BSA Cub Aquatics Supervisor, BSA Lifeguard, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, Red Cross Life- guard, or YMCA Lifeguard. When the unit attends summer camp, the Aquatics Director issues completed buddy tags after physical rechecks based on records provided by unit leadership.

When swim tests are conducted prior to camp, the camp aquatics director shall at all times reserve the authority to review or retest all participants to ensure that standards have been maintained. You can find the form at the end of this guide. If you choose this option, this form will need to be turned in upon check in at the waterfront.

Swimmer Test

The swimmer test demonstrates the minimum level of swimming ability required for safe deep-water swimming. The various components of the test evaluate the several different skills essential to this minimum level of swimming ability. A precise statement of the test is as follows:

“Jump feet-first into water over the head in depth, swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating.”

The test administrator must objectively evaluate the individual performance of the test and in so doing should keep in mind the purpose of each test element.

1. "Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, . . ."

The swimmer must be able to make an abrupt entry into deep water and begin swimming without any aids. Walking in from shallow water, easing in from the edge or down a ladder, pushing off from side or bottom, and gaining forward momentum by diving do not satisfy this requirement.

2. "... swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl;..."

The swimmer must be able to cover distance with a strong, confident stroke. The 75 yards must not be the outer limit of the swimmer's ability; completion of the distance should give evidence of sufficient stamina to avoid undue risks. Dog-paddling and strokes repeatedly, Interrupted and restarted are not sufficient; underwater swimming is not permitted. The itemized strokes are inclusive. Any strong side or breaststroke, or any strong over-arm stroke (including the back crawl) are acceptable.

3. "... swim 25 yards using an easy, resting backstroke. . . ."

The swimmer must indicate ability to execute a restful, free-breathing backstroke that can be used to avoid exhaustion during swimming activity. This element of the test necessarily follows the more strenuous swimming activity to show that the swimmer is in fact able to use the backstroke as a relief from exertion. The change of stroke must be accomplished in deep water without any push off or other aid. Any variation of the elementary backstroke is acceptable. An over-arm back crawl may suffice, if it clearly provides opportunity for the swimmer to rest and catch his or her breath.

4. . "..The 100 yards must be completed in one swim and include at least one sharp turn…"

The total distance is to be covered without rest stops. The sharp turn demonstrates the swimmer's ability to reverse direction in deep water without assistance or push-off from side or bottom.

5. "... After completing the swim, rest by floating."

This critically important component of the test evaluates the swimmer's ability to maintain in the water indefinitely even though exhausted or otherwise unable to continue swimming. Treading water or swimming in place will further tire the swimmer and are therefore unacceptable. The duration of the float test is not significant, except that it must be long enough for the test administrator to determine that the swimmer is in fact resting and could likely continue to do so for a prolonged period. Drownproofing may be sufficient if clearly restful but is not preferred. If the test is completed except for the floating requirement, the swimmer may be retested on the floating only (after instruction) provided that the test administrator is confident that the swimmer can initiate the float when exhausted.

Beginner Test

A precise statement of the beginner test is as follows:

“Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resume swimming, then return to starting place.”

The entry and turn serve the same purpose as in the swimmer test. The swimming can be done with any stroke, but no underwater swimming is permitted. The stop assures that the swimmer can regain the stroke if it is interrupted. The test demonstrates that the beginning swimmer is ready to learn deep water skills and has the minimum ability required for safe swimming in a confined area in which shallow water, sides, or other support are less than 25 feet from any point on the water.

TRAIL TO FIRST CLASS

Trail to First Class is our first-year Scout program and has been designed to give Scouts the greatest opportunity to learn basic Boy Scouting skills. The Scouts will work on Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class requirements. This program is run in the morning during the first two periods, and the Scouts will be able to choose up to three merit badges during the afternoon periods. Physical Fitness Test: Scouts will complete the physical fitness test (Tenderfoot 10a) during Tuesday’s class session. Scouts who have completed this requirement at least 30 days prior to camp will complete the requirement 10b instead. Trail To First Class Overnight Campout: On Wednesday evening the Scouts participating in the Trail to First Class program will camp overnight at the Scout Craft area. They will set up their tent, cook their own dinner, and work on other rank requirements including: • First Class requirement 9a, visit with a civic leader • Fire building/safety requirements • Cooking requirements

Scouts participating in this overnight campout should not be scheduled for meal duty for Wednesday dinner. Note: Night may be changed if inclement weather anticipated. Scouts will need to bring their tent for this campout and Scouts from the same Troop are encouraged to pair up and share a tent. Trail to First Class Hike Scouts enrolled in the Trail to First Class will have the opportunity to complete the Second Class requirement for the 5- mile hike on Friday afternoon. Scouts must report to the Lodge immediately before breakfast on Friday (time will be announced at camp) and must bring suitable hiking shoes and a water bottle. Other Scouts and leaders are welcome to participate in this hike as well. Participants on this hike will return in time for lunch and the afternoon sessions of the Friday activities. Scoutmasters may opt for their Scouts not to participate in the hike. Please let the Trail to First Class staff know in advance. Any Scouts who arrive after the group has already departed will be sent back to their campsite for supervision by their adult leaders. Do not schedule these Scouts for meal duty on Friday lunch.

What to bring to the Trail to First Class area: • Scouts, BSA Handbook

• Water bottle

• Pen/Pencil

• Paper

• Compass

• Personal First Aid Kit

• Great Attitude!

EARNING MERIT BADGES

While at camp, your Scouts will experience our top notch program lead by trained summer staff.

Your Scouts can choose from a variety of merit badge courses and waterfront activities to customize their week of fun!

Merit Badge Courses

Scouts should begin planning and preparing for their merit badge courses many weeks before coming to camp. Many merit badges are easy to earn in a few days at camp, although others take a lot of work both in and out of camp.

Scouts can typically take any merit badge, yet our experience shows that some of the classes are more academic and difficult for our less mature and seasoned campers. We strongly encourage you to help your newer Scouts choose a schedule that will ensure they can succeed!

We are eager to work with your Scouts on their completion of merit badge requirements. However, we abide by the BSA policy on requirements; we will not amend a requirement. Just because a boy comes to camp and is registered in a class does not mean he will automatically complete the merit badge. A Scout’s individual effort and responsibility are the pre- dominant factor in whether or not he completes requirements.

Your Scouts may be assigned homework to do in their campsites for some of the classes. Please help your Scouts to stay on track and complete these projects as assigned. It is recommended that Scouts have a current merit badge book for each course they are taking. Supplies are available in our Trading Post.

It is our policy at the Golden Empire Council to only sign off on merit badge work that is completed at our camp. When we are working to verify information many years in the future, we want to only represent the work that we actually helped with. We understand that many merit badges have requirements that will need to be completed before and after camp. You can have your Scouts bring individual history reports if the Troop would like to show that pre-requisite work has been completed, not for our sign off on their records at camp but if it is necessary to complete other steps in the merit badge process.

We also print a letter at week’s end showing what was completed at camp along with the Camp Director’s certification and signature. These records replace the standard blue card and may be reprinted at any time by the Troop leader who has the ability to sign in to Doubleknot or by requesting updates from the Council Office. Blue cards will not be filled out under normal circumstances at our camp. If your Council still requires Blue Cards, please let us know and we will be happy to do what is necessary to meet your requirement needs for your council.

ONLINE CLASS SCHEDULING

IMPORTANT NOTE: After you enter your class selections, please make sure to save the reservation, log out, and log back in to make sure the classes are entered correctly. You will also receive an e-mail with confirmation showing the class selections on your receipt.

If you don’t receive this e-mail your classes have probably not been entered correctly.

Online Class Scheduling

You will register for merit badge classes and specialty programs using our online class scheduling module. It is important that you prepare in advance for your class scheduling. The online module is a “real-time” system, and you will get the most out of it by completing your unit’s entire schedule at one time. Be sure to have a program session at a troop meeting to discuss available classes, then have the Scouts decide on a schedule based on their interests and advancement needs. You will need to provide them with copies of the class schedule and program descriptions. Many classes will fill up quickly, so it is important to complete your class scheduling as early and completely as possible. Class scheduling will begin 10:00 a.m., April 7th, 2020. You will receive authorization to begin class scheduling when it is available as long as the camping department has received the March 1st payment (payment in full for summer camp).

Early payment does not receive early registration privileges before April.

Fall 2019: Make your reservation and pay the $250.00 reservation fee

October/November 2019: Begin your fundraising, popcorn sales, and program planning for summer camp.

January 2020: Collect and make your first payment of camp fees (mail, phone, or online). This payment is due by January 16, 2020 and is $50 of your total fees. This payment is required to maintain your reservation.

February 2020: Collect and make payment of fees (due March 1, 2019).

March 2020: Set aside at least one troop meeting to review summer camp programs and to have Scouts select their desired class schedule. Use the Schedule Worksheet to help collect your Scout’s selections.

April 2020: sign up for Merit Badge Classes in April (final payments due to receive this privilege)

When the class registration opens up in April, you will be able to log in to your Troop’s registration and use the online class scheduling module to register Scouts in classes. Be aware that courses are first-come, first- served, and our online module is “real-time”. Class capacities are rarely expanded, so register early! Print your unit’s schedule from the online scheduling module. Review each Scout’s schedule with them and be sure to check online for open spots in classes and to make last minute scheduling changes. Our staff will also send you a copy of your Troop’s class schedules for a final review a week or so before you arrive.

Last minute changes: Class schedules can be changed online up to ten days before your arrival at camp. Our staff will be available after opening campfire to help with last-minute changes.

CLASS SCHEDULING ALTERNATIVE: For any leaders who are not confident in their online skills, you may mail, fax, or email your class schedules to the camping department for registration.

This may be done any time after April 7, 2020. You will receive a confirmation of your class schedule within a week of its arrival in our office. Class schedules can be sent to:

Camping Department Boy Scouts of America, Golden Empire Council P.O. Box 13558, Sacramento, CA 95853 [email protected] Fax: 916-929-4461

Course Guide The next few pages contain information on our camp programs for 2019. Our curriculum has been developed through a unique collaboration of Scoutmasters, summer camp staff, and our council’s camping and advancement committees. We are proud of the variety of programs offered. Every one of your Scout’s will find something for them.

Summer camp is primarily about fun! Too often, younger Scouts create an aggressive class schedule focused on advancement. Please encourage your Scouts to take a variety of classes and work with your Scouts to help create appropriate schedules that mix advancement with adventure and fun. We believe that camp is about outdoor adventure and challenge; a Scout only enrolled in academic classes is missing out.

Many of our programs have age-appropriate suggestions and some have required minimum ages. We encourage you to use these guidelines when Scouts are creating their class schedules. Important Info about Prerequisites and Items Not Covered in Class You will find that some of our class offerings include prerequisites or requirements that will not be completed at camp. In some cases, a merit badge must already have been earned prior to summer camp. We do not permit Scouts to take these classes concurrently and these prerequisites must be complete before camp starts. Other requirements will not be covered in class as they are not able to be completed at camp for a particular reason (for example: requires documentation and/or observation for longer than a week, requires task to be done at home, etc.). Requirements completed before arrival will not be signed off at Camp. Please sign them off upon turning in your records with your Troop after summer camp. - The troop may review these items with Scouts at a later time to complete the merit badge The following course guide is tentative and minor changes could be made as we make final plans. Any updates will be made available in time to prepare for online class scheduling in March. Occasionally, we may offer additional courses, when skilled instruction is available. If any of your leaders are able to instruct a unique merit badge course to completion, please let us know! Program Departments • Aquatics • Nature • Handikraft • Life Skills • Scout Craft • Sci-Tech • Shooting Sports • High Adventure Programs

Legend for Course Guide

1-Period (1 hr) class X

2-period (2 hr) class

6-period (full-day) class

Nature Lodge 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

Astronomy Requirement 6 will not be X completed at camp

Environmental Sci. Has homework outside of class A.M. Class P.M. class time (3F and 7 days observation. At home)

Fishing Suggested Scouts bring own 12 X X X fishing gear. Only complete if fish caught Energy Partial – need 14 day energy X audit at home NEW for 2019!

Forestry X X Considerable Field Work 12

Geology X Some homework required

Plant Science NEW for 2019! X

Reptile & Amphibian Requirement 8 will need to be X completed at home Study

Mammal Studies / X X Nature (2 MB)

Animal Science X NEW for 2019!

Fish and Wildlife Management X

Pulp and Paper NEW for 2019! X

Soil and Water X Conservation

Weather X

Aquatics 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

Canoeing Swimmer—Requires practice 12 X X X time

Kayaking Swimming MB is a 12 X X X prerequisite

Lifesaving Afternoon Class Physically demanding– must 12 Morning Class have Swimming MB prior to camp.

Paddle boarding X X NEW for 2019!

Rowing X 12

Swimming Must pass BSA swim test X X X X X

Swimming Clinic For Scouts who cannot pass X the BSA swim test Handikraft 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

NOTE: For classes noted, the cost of the kits will be added to your Troop’s registration fees when the class is selected.

Art X Allow time to complete projects

Basketry Allow time to complete projects X $15 fee

Game Design X

Indian Lore X Allow time to complete projects X $15 fee

Leatherwork Allow time to complete projects X X X $10 fee

Music Familiarity with Musical X instrument & theory helpful

Painting Requires maturity and self- X X motivation

Photography Please bring own digital camera Afternoon Class

Wood Carving Must have Totin Chip— $5 fee X X

Life Skills 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min. Sug. Age Age

Communications Requirements 5, 7, 8 will not be 12 X X completed at camp

Emergency Having First Aid MB is a 12 prerequisite. Preparedness X X Requirements 1, 2C & 8 will not be completed at camp

Entrepreneurship X

Family Get started! Much not completed Life/Personal X at camp but get prepared to track Fitness at home to complete each badge!

First Aid Bring a first aid kit for X X X requirement 2d Must have completed First Class Sci-Tech 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

Chemistry X

Composite Materials X

Engineering X

Inventing X

Graphic Arts X

Whoosh! Nova Award X

Scout Craft 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

Camping Requirements 5e, 7b, 8d & 9 will 12 X X not be completed at camp

Trail to First Class Please bring Individual History Morning Class Report

Geocaching X

Pioneering Older Scouts, need to know 12 X lashings and knots

Exploration X

Orienteering Bring a compass X X

Search and Rescue X X

Hiking X

Wilderness Survival Bring sleeping bag and ground X X X cloth

Public Speaking X

Salesmanship X

Specialty Programs 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

ATV Morning Class Midday class Afternoon Class 14 14+

Climbing Climbing Class 11 12

C.O.P.E. COPE Class 14

BMX/Cycling MB Rugged forest experience— 11 13 Morning Class Midday Class Afternoon Class Meets in climbing area

Horsemanship Midday Class 14 Morning Class Afternoon Class

Shooting Programs 9:00am 10:05am 11:10 1:30pm 2:35pm 3:40pm Additional Information Min.Age Sug. Age

Archery Add’l Afternoon Class Add’l More challenging merit 11 13 Morning Class Shooting Shooting badge – suggest older

Shotgun Add’l Afternoon Class Add’l Suggested already completed 11 14+ Morning Class Shooting Shooting the Rifle Merit Badge

Rifle Add’l Add’l 11 Morning Class Afternoon Class Shooting Shooting

CAMP LEADERSHIP ADULT LEADERS: Every unit in camp must have a minimum of two registered adult leaders. Your unit must be under the supervision of two adults, both of which must be at least 21 years of age and Youth Protection Training certified. It is preferable that the regular unit leader or regular assistants attend camp the entire week. The practice of changing adult leaders every day or two is highly disruptive to your Scouts and to the overall camp program. Should you be unable to obtain enough adult leaders from within your own unit, you might consider joining with another unit from your district and “pool” your adults and both units go to camp together as one unit. The number of adults in camp will be restricted to maximize the number of youth we can accommodate in camp. The Scoutmaster is the key person in Scouting. The effectiveness of Scouting depends on the Scoutmaster’s training and understanding of the Scouting principles. The Scoutmaster guides the troop leaders and shows the patrols the road ahead. As the Scouts work toward their goals, each patrol grows stronger and through the patrols, the troop prospers. The Scoutmaster insists on maintaining good camping, health and sanitation standards in the troop. The Scoutmaster helps the Senior Patrol Leader lead troop activities without doing his job for him.

YOUTH LEADERS: A youth leader, when properly trained and used, is a Scoutmaster’s most valuable asset. Youth leaders can relieve a great deal of the responsibility from the adult leaders while your unit attends camp. The adult leader is always the coach, but sharing the leadership with the youth leaders will help your unit all year round. Encourage your Patrol Leaders Council to start making plans now for summer camp. Make decisions each month. This will keep your Scouts interested and involved, which only serves to heighten the summer camp experience.

CAMP COMMISSIONERS: Commissioners provide a great variety of services to your unit. They are the “front line” staff of the summer camp team. They meet with your unit daily to see how things are going. They help whenever and however they can. They will not, however, take over the leadership of your unit. If you or any of your other adult leaders need some basic instruction in various Scoutcraft skills, your commissioner will be glad to help. Your commissioner is a friend, a counselor, and an expert in many areas. If they do not know the answer to a question, they will find out. PROVISIONAL SCOUTS: Scouts may attend Camp Lassen on an individual basis, as Provisional Scouts. Provisional Scouts will be provided with experienced adult leadership so that they can participate fully in the camp experience. Sign-up for provisional Scouts must be done by contacting the camping department at 916-333-5434. If your troop is willing to assist the provisional Scouts during camp, please let us know. REGISTRATION AND INSURANCE: In accordance with national policy, every Scout and Leader who attends summer camp must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. Troops must provide proof that they have troop and/or council accident/sickness insurance coverage. Accident/Sickness insurance is not provided by the Camp Lassen nor Golden Empire Council to units not registered in the Golden Empire Council. VISITORS TO CAMP Visitors are welcome at any time. However, Fridays are the best day to visit. LDS religious leaders wishing to give a talk to an LDS-based unit at camp are advised to do so either after 8:00pm on Tuesday, or during your in-camp meal on Wednesday evening between 5:00-7:00pm. All visitors must check in with the Camp Director upon arrival. Guest meals are available for $6 per meal. Tickets can be purchased at the trading post. Siblings and friends are not allowed at camp without prior permission and are not allowed to participate in program activity. No pets allowed in camp except service animals.

CAMPERSHIPS; A Scout is Thrifty and as such is encouraged to do all he can to help pay his way to camp. At times, however, it is difficult for a Scout and his family to raise the full fee for summer camp. Limited financial help is available from the Golden Empire Council on an individual basis for Scouts who could not otherwise go to camp due to financial hardships. Scoutmasters in the Golden Empire Council who know of any youth with a legitimate need for financial help are encouraged to help that Scout apply for a Campership. The Campership Application is available at any Council Service Center or on the council website www.gec-bsa.org/camping/campforms. Camperships are available for youth members of the Golden Empire Council only.

PRE-CAMP ORIENTATION MEETING A pre-camp meeting will be held to provide unit leaders with the most current information about camp, including advancement and program schedules. The Scoutmaster (or designated camp leader), other adult leaders and your Senior Patrol Leader are invited to attend. YOUR UNIT MUST BE REPRESENTED. Units traveling a great distance or who are unable to attend MUST contact the Camp Director (see page 4 for contact info) to obtain critical information distributed at this meeting. DATE, TIME & LOCATION: May 4th, LDS Church , 751 Rio Tierra Ave, Sacramento, Ca 95883— 1:30 pm AGENDA: • Final information about the resident camp program, merit badge schedule and other activities will be distributed. • Identify those units that will arrive early or late. • Review policy and concerns regarding transportation, medical forms, permission slips, or fees. • Questions and answers. • No unit will be allowed to stay at camp if fees are not paid in full by June 1. TENTS — UNITS will be in campsites with assigned tents. If you bring your own tents, each temp must be labeled with “No Flame in Tent” signage. Due to our severe fire issues at Camp Lassen, LIQUID FUEL LANTERNS AND STOVES ARE PROHIBITED IN CAMP Propane lanterns and stoves are permitted. BSA policy requires stoves and lanterns should be under close adult supervision at all times. CAMP FACILITY INFORMATION This is your summer camp. It belongs to you. It is a temporary home to Scouts and Scouters. Your cooperation is needed to keep it neat. A Scout is Clean. CAMP CLEANLINESS Take anti-bacterial soap for washing hands and encourage air-drying of all Scouts’ hands and utensils in the campsite before, during, and after food handling. 99% of camp sickness comes from unclean hands and improper food handling, preparation, and clean up.

REST Sleep can dictate whether or not your troop will have a great week or a poor week at camp. Each person needs a certain number of hours each night to rest. Therefore, adult leaders should see that from 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m., the campsite is quiet, permitting those who wish to sleep the chance to get in eight hours of rest. Unit leaders are required to stay with their Scouts after 10:00 p.m.

PERSONAL GEAR Please use the Boy Scout Handbook as a guide for personal gear to bring to Camp Lassen. Pack your gear like a backpacking trip.

WHAT’S PROVIDED AT YOUR CAMPSITE

• A Bulletin Board • Wash Basin and Drinking Fountain

• Tents and Adirondacks are available in each campsite. The camping department will place your unit in a campsite that will best fit your needs. Unless you are otherwise notified, you do not need to bring individual tents unless it is a preference.

• Shovel, rake, two 2-1/2 gallon buckets, and a garden hose Dutch ovens are available from the Commissary and may be reserved daily at the adult leaders meeting at 10:00 a.m. (fire restrictions permitting) Latrine facilities are located throughout camp. There is one nearby for each campsite Warm showers are available at a central camp facility. EQUIPMENT YOUR UNIT SHOULD BRING

Tents if you don’t want to use Unit and US Flag Clean Rags Camp tents Lantern (battery or First Aid Kit Hammer & propane/butane only) Screwdriver Patrol flags Pliers Twine Insect repellent Boy Scout Tablecloth Handbook Pushpins for your bulletin board Merit Badge Pens/Pencils books Ground cloths BSA Requirement Binder/Paper Book Campfire skits, songs, and stunts Axe & bow saw Mess kit for in- campsite meal

Emergency Procedures: This outline is designed to familiarize any camp visitor or employee with the plan on emergency procedures. This will cover possible situations, protective measures, and how situations will be handled. Some situations could include: In the event of an emergency, use the following procedures: Intermittent Blasts (not continuous): When two intermittent blasts of the siren are heard, all Scouts and Adult Leaders should report immediately to their campsite. Camp Staff will report to the administration building. Staff members will then serve as runners and go to each campsite with the appropriate instructions. Scout leaders should take a head count and report any missing person to the staff runner. Instructions may require your Troop to stay in the campsite or assemble in another area of camp. Follow the instructions of your staff runner immediately

One Continuous Blast: When one continuous blast of the siren is heard, it indicates that dangerous weather conditions are imminent and that everyone should take cover in a ditch or appropriate tornado shelter. The central bathhouses and the interior of the dining hall are the best shelters to use during hazardous weather. In the event of High Temperature, everyone should drink plenty of fluids. Each person should drink as much as four (4) quarts of water a day. Even those in excellent physical condition should avoid strenuous exercise during these times.

In the event of Lightning, all outdoor activities will halt and all participants will move to the nearest shelter (not a tree). When the storm passes, Scouts will be advised by the area director as to their next step. In the event of a Chemical Spill, the Fire Department and Sheriff’s Office will be notified.

WHAT TO DO IN CASE OF FIRE Fire is an ever-present danger. Proper safeguards, under the direction of the U.S. Forest Service, have been established by the camp staff. The camp has obtained a camp wide fire permit; however, during dry periods, the U.S. Forest Service can impose a camp wide fire ban at any time. In the case of fire, you will be notified by a central camp alarm system and the camp staff. Upon hearing the alarm, all should walk to Parade Grounds. If you are in your campsite at the initial alarm, bring your unit’s rake and shovel to the assembly area. The Scoutmaster/Senior Patrol Leader reports to the Program Director when his troop is accounted for and all are present.

Fire drills are held weekly in accordance with state law and Boy Scouts of America standards. FIRE PREVENTION To prevent fire, follow these simple rules: Never remove your fire tools from your campsite. LIQUID FUEL STOVES AND LANTERNS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN CAMP. DO NOT LEAVE ANY FIRE UNATTENDED. Fires must be dead out and cold to the touch. Campfires in unit sites must be under adult supervision at all times. Scouts must not play with matches or lighters. To have a campfire off camp property requires possession of a U.S. Forest Service Campfire Permit. Obtain the permit at any Ranger Station or U.S. Forest Service Office prior to camp. See Campfire Permit section above for closest office. Smoking is not permitted in any camp building or activity area. The Camp Director will identify those limited areas where smoking is permitted. Flames from any source not permitted in tents. Only battery lanterns or flashlights are allowed in tents. The “all-clear” signal is the ringing of the camp bell and staff runners will also go to each campsite to inform your unit that the emergency has passed. Normal camp activities will then be resumed.

What Scouts Should Bring

 Scout Field Uniform– Complete including, shirt, shorts, belt, socks, and t-shirts  Prescription medications as appropriate  Extra clothing– socks, underwear, shoes, etc.

 Rain Gear

 Sleeping bag or bedding

 Swim Suit

 Soap, comb, toothbrush, towel, and other personal items

 Scout Handbook, pens & pencils, note books and merit badge books  Money for crafts, Trading post items and snacks ($50 recommended)  Other items such as camera, compass, pack, flashlight, insect repellant, sunblock, water bottle  Optional Sweater or Jacket (we may experience some cool evenings)

 Ride home money for lunch if appropriate

 Completed paperwork to include as appropriate: Annual Health and Medical Form (COPIES ONLY PLEASE) Trip/Activity Permission slip Shooting Sports Permission Slip Individual History Report for those in First Year Scouter Program

Our average afternoon high temperatures are in the lower to mid-80s. Overnight lows usually range from the upper 50’s to mid 60s. Pre-Camp Screenings All units are required to complete a pre-health screening within 72– hours of arriving at camp. (see attached) This form must be turned in immediately upon check in and participants as indicated must be left at home. This screening may be done all at once or over the phone via the Scout parents so long as an accurate temperature can be obtained. Adults attending camp need to also be included in the screening. Arrival Screenings Upon arrival one adult leader will be required to complete a brief health screening with their unit and sign the arrival screening form. Individuals who are symptomatic will be quarantined. Outbreak Procedure In the event of an outbreak, participants with an illness will receive care in a quarantined environment. Others in their campsite will be immediately re-screened for fever/ other symptoms.

League of Lassen The time has come for all good Scouts to join the League of Lassen! This program is our way of recognizing all scouters who have attended Camp Lassen and been a part of our heritage this year and moving forward. For each year that a Scout attends Camp Lassen, they will have the opportunity to earn an arrowhead to put on their League of Lassen necklace. Beads are given for appropriate tasks at camp and once a Scout has earned 7 beads, then they are intitled to our League of Lassen ceremony on Thursday night at camp.

Scout leaders below are the requirements for the League of Lassen. Participation is not required but is encouraged. The supplies are sold in the trading post so forms need to be turned in by Thursday at noon to be pulled for the Thursday evening ceremony. Each year after, the League of Lassen members are encouraged to bring back their necklaces to wear and add to in future years.

This program is open to both our adults and scouts.

Welcome to the League.

Below is the list of tasks required to earn beads. The Scoutmasters and other Unit Leadership will determine if beads have been earned. The shooting sports awards are given by the staff to those youth completing the shooting requirements. Staff arrowheads are given by the Camp Director to the staff member. Please anticipate a cost of $2 per youth for these items.

Bead/Arrowhead Earned Price Quantity Extended Total Red bead – Climb and Rappel the rock wall Blue Bead – Take a shower 4 times Black bead – Earn the Polar Bear Patch Clear Bead – Be a second’s server for 2 meals White Bead – showing Scout Spirit Yellow Bead – Participate in a troop service project Orange bead – Advance one rank Green bead – Participate in a troop shoot or open shoot Pink Bead – Pick up 10 pieces of trash Brown Bead – Earn the Paul Bunyan Woodsman Award

Adults and Older Scouts Extra Opportunities Teal Bead – Help in dish cleaning station after 1 meal Silver Bead - Work on an item of the Service Project List Gold Bead - Take a nap in the shade Purple Bead - Patch tents in your Campsite for a half hour

Black Arrowhead – Earn 7 beads White Arrowhead – Served as SPL while at camp Green Arrowhead – Dime Club Rifle – Inst. Awards Blue Arrowhead – Archery Expert Award – Inst. Awards Yellow Arrowhead – Shotgun 25 in a row – Inst. Awards Red Arrowhead – Served as Staff member for summer Camp Lassen Honor Troop

At Camp Lassen we feel that each unit should depart stronger than they arrived. The Honor Unit Awards Program is one way we try and help this process. The Commissioner staff will work with your Unit Leadership on these requirements. All checklists must be turned in by lunch on Friday.

The requirements for this recognition are as followed:

Mandatory Requirements:

1. Have a representative at Check-in Meeting, Daily Scoutmasters Meeting, and Patrol Leader Meetings

2. Troop participates in a flag ceremony at least once

3. Entire troop volunteers to help out at the wash station after a meal

4. Earn an average of 15-beads per person from the League of Lassen

5. Turn in your checklist by lunch on Friday

Must complete 7 of the 11 requirements below:

1. Achieve an average campsite inspection score of 85 points each day or show an overall improvement each day.

2. Complete an approved conservation / service project

3. Troop participates in Friday night campfire production

4. Have 1 Troop Activity: hike, Troop Shoot, or Troop Climb at the Wall.

5. Troop is on time at all camp wide activities (flag ceremonies, campfires, etc.)

6. Troop participates in inter-troop sporting game

7. Conduct a troop or inter-troop campfire

8. All members of the troop volunteer to serve seconds for one meal

9.Lead a song at a meal or assembly

10.All Troop members earn the League of Lassen Arrowhead

11.Attend (or conduct your own) Interfaith Worship Service

A Note About Campsite Inspections

The purpose of campsite visitation is to ensure the general health and safety of our campers, NOT to invade your personal privacy and property. We do not go there with the idea of finding every little thing that is wrong with your campsite. If we have comments or suggestions for improvement, we will communicate them constructively. Campsite visitations will occur daily by the Camp Commissioner or designated commissioner staff. Generally, units should “Be Prepared” at any time for a camp visitation.

Scoutmaster Honor Award

The Camp Lassen Scoutmaster Honor Award recognizes the tremendous contribution adult leaders make to the Camp and the Scouts in attendance. To qualify for the award, an adult leader must complete ten of the requirements during the week.

1. Volunteer for at least two hours in a program area (See program director) 2. Help supervise cleanup of the Dining Hall for three meals 3. Volunteer in the Scout Craft Area and help teach a merit badge 4. Help to prepare the fire pit for an upcoming campfire 5. Serve as an Assistant Ranger for one full day 6. Participate in one of the adult training programs offered 7. Serve as a Lookout in the Aquatics Area 8. Assist with serving in the Dining Hall for 3 meals 9. Have Unit participate in color guard at breakfast or dinner assembly 10. Help unload the Sysco truck or work in the Dining Hall Dish pit (at least) one time 11. Participate in a camp improvement/conservation project with your unit. 12. Attend the ScoutMaster Dinner 13. Go on the first-year program 5-mile hike 14. Visit with a ScoutMaster from another state. 15. Assist with ScoutMaster or IOLS training. 16. Play a game of corn hole or gaga ball. 17. Earn the Duct Tape Merit Badge with your Troop. 18. Untangle fishing pole lines in the nature lodge for next day use.

On my honor, I certify that I have satisfied the requirements for the Scoutmaster Honor Award and have turned in my completed form by noon on Friday for recognition.

Campsite: Adult Leader Signature

FORMS REQUIRED AND CHECK IN PROCESS

There are a number of forms--for the group as well as for individuals--required for camp attendance but we have heard your requests and are trying to reduce the challenges between your Troop and a GREAT summer camp experience. Overall suggestions for successful forms management include: Recruit a leader whose only role is to disperse, and track forms required for camp.

Read and complete each form carefully.

Ensure that authorized signatures are obtained as required.

The following forms are required for camp:

UNIT FORMS

All in one form now delivers all the information we need. This form will cover Youth Protections, Troop Roster Lists, Swimmer Classifications, Shooting Sports Permission slips, and check list for other forms on one form. Please complete this form and keep one for yourself in your campsite and turn in 4 additional copies at check in.

One copy – Medical – be prepared with all medical forms (including copy of insurance cards) completed. Remember – Must be A, B & C completed One copy – Waterfront – If you did a pre-swim check, be sure to attach the pre-check form below. One copy – Shooting Ranges – please place with your shooting sport release forms (below) One copy – Camp Director One Copy – for your records INDIVIDUAL FORMS

Parent Authorization for Trip/Activity Medical Treatment. Provides leaders transporting Scouts to camp permission to treat them. This form should travel to camp in the same vehicle as the camper, not be held together by the tour leader. It is the one form in this packet that should not be handed in at camp. The unit leader should collect them on arrival and hold them for departure. This for is for your Unit and not our camp.

The speed of your unit’s check in will be greatly improved if all forms are grouped by type of form, in alphabetical order – NOT by camper.

Please try to list your roster information in alphabetical order as well. This helps to speed up our double check of the forms submitted.

All forms have been added to our website and are now fillable. We hope this will help save time and effort required to get your unit ready for camp. Unit All in One Form (Please bring 5 copies – Camp Office, Waterfront, Medical, Shooting Sport, Campsite)

Troop Number: ______Week Number: ______Main Troop Contact: ______Campsite: ______Troop Council: ______Troop Friend: ______Number of Adults: ______Number of Youth: ______Page of

Medical Form Rec’d Swimmer Adult Leaders Arrival Date Youth Protection (check list) Date Classification SM -

Shooting Medical Prescription Swimmer Sports Form Form Medication Youth Names Rank Age Classification (check list) Received form (check list) (check list) SPL -

PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION RECORD

Troop Campsite Scouts Name Parent’s Name Address Phone Name of Drug Dosage Medication Strength Reason for medication When was the medication started? Temporary Permanent Side effects: (please circle all that apply) reactions to food, dehydration, stress, iodine, other medications, decreased balance, decreased appetite, motor skills, concentration, drowsiness, lethargy, etc.): Special storage instructions Quantity In Quantity Out Health Officer Signature Leader Signature

Make copies as needed.

Unit Swim Classification Record – ONLY REQUIRED IF SWIM TEST DONE PRIOR TO CAMP Although swim tests may be conducted prior to summer camp, the aquatics director is expected to review or retest any Scout or Scouter whose skills appear to be inconsistent with his or her classification. Additionally, the Aquatics Director is authorized to retest any Scout or group of Scouts when he or she is reasonably concerned that pre-camp swim tests were not properly administered. Unit Number Date of Swim Test The below signed persons acknowledge that all Scouts, BSA Swim Test policies and requirements were met. Name of Council Approved Person Conducting Test

Print Name Signature Credentials (BSA Lifeguard, AI BSA, Red Cross WSI or Lifeguard, YMCA Lifeguard) Please attach a photocopy of your credentials to this form. Unit Leader

Print Name Signature

Full Name (Please Print) Swim Classification Non-Swimmer Beginner Swimmer 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Class Scheduling Worksheet (for your Troop planning in March before Merit Badge Sign ups) Not necessary to turn in at camp.

Scout’s Name 1st Period 2nd Period 3rd Period 4th Period 5th Period 6th Period Alternate 1. 2. 3. 4 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18.

Use this form to plan out your Scout’s schedules. If you are not doing your class registration online, please use this form to submit your schedules.

Week Attending Campsite Troop Scoutmaster Phone #

PARENT AUTHORIZATION FOR TRIP/ACTIVITY AND MEDICAL TREATMENT (for Unit – not to be turned in to Camp)

I, the undersigned parent/guardian of (Scout)

authorize his participation in the Golden Empire Council summer camp program at

on , (Name of camp) (Dates of Camp)

including travel to and from camp by motor vehicle. I understand the trip/activity will be under

the general supervision of . (Registered Adult Leader’s Name)

In case of emergency, I understand reasonable effort will be made to contact me. In the event I cannot be reached, I authorize the physicians or hospitals selected by the adult leader to provide medical treatment, including, without limitation, hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, medication by injection or otherwise, and release to the adult leader.

(Signature of Parent/Guardian) (Date)

(24-hour Emergency Phone Number)

(Medical Insurance Co.) (Policy Number)

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