SPRING CAMPOREE – SHENANDOAH AREA COUNCIL, INC. BSA
107 Youth Development Ct., Winchester, VA 22602 Armstrong Scout Service Center: 540-662-2551 www.sac-bsa.org
PLEASE NOTE:
• This is a Unit/Patrol level event. Register as a Unit. • Two deep leadership is required. • Overnight camping is permitted. • All cooking will be completed in campsites. • Units will be assigned a designated “base camp” area. • Units must bring their own cooking equipment, food, and other supplies. • Bring your own water. • No firewood may be brought to the chapter. No ground fires.
Activity Date: May 14 - 16, 2021 Registration Deadline: 5/1/21 Fees: Scout $10 Leader $10
Register Online at: www.sac-bsa.org/springcamporee
MEDICAL: Each participant (youth/adult) must have a copy of the Annual Health Form Parts A & B with them when they check in at camp. This can be downloaded at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx
For more information about this event’s activities contact Brian Callahan 540-664-1578 [email protected]
General Schedule of Events
Friday 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM Registration/Check-in Lake Neff Setup Unit “base camp” 9:00 PM PLC Meeting Chapterhouse Porch
Saturday 07:30 AM – 07:00 PM Fishing Derby Open Lake Neff / Layman Shelter 07:30 AM – 09:00 AM Breakfast Campsites 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM LEO Meet and Greet Multiple Locations SOS Stream Monitor Opequon Creek CSI Gloria Memorial Trail 12:00 PM Lunch Campsites 12:00 PM – 01:30 PM Free Time 01:30 PM – 03:00 PM LEO Meet and Greet Multiple Locations SOS Stream Monitor Opequon Creek CSI Gloria Memorial Trail 03:00 PM – 05:00 PM Patrol Challenge Race Campground 05:00 PM – 06:30 PM Evening Meal Campsites 06:30 PM – 07:00 PM Final entries for Fishing Derby Layman Shelter 07:30 PM – 09:00 PM Awards Delivered to Campsites
Sunday 07:30 AM – 09:00 AM Breakfast Campsites 09:30 AM – 12:00 PM Breakdown Camp
Program Information:
Thanks for your interest and we are planning a fun and educational Camporee. This event was made possible by a grant from the Izaak Walton Endowment. Scouts should move by patrol between activities and every scout requires a buddy by the lake.
Here is our current explanation of events (simultaneous during the activity periods):
LEO Meet and Greet – Meet the different Law Enforcement teams and understand their functions. Teams will be in different areas of the chapter to allow social distancing.
CSI (Crime Scene Investigation) – A crime has been committed on the new trails. There are multiple crime scenes to collect clues to solve the crime. Your Patrol will follow the Gloria Memorial Trail and the Bishop Ken Trail to view the crime scenes, collect the clues and solve the crime. Turn in your answer to the Fishing station at the Layman shelter prior to 7:00 PM Saturday.
Fishing Derby – We are stocking the lake with large catfish for this event!!! Take your catch to the Layman shelter for measurement. Be sure to follow the rules for Lake Neff! Panfish and trout can be collected and eaten but we ask that bass be returned (catch and release after measurement). The derby is based on fish length. Loaner fishing equipment and bait is available at the Layman shelter. Individual prizes will be awarded!
Stream Monitoring – Save Our Streams will be conducting training to become certified stream monitors. There will be two sessions (training will be ~2 hours). Participation is limited and sign up will be completed at the Friday Evening PLC.
Patrol Challenge – What did you learn about conservation on Saturday? What did you learn about the different functions and teams that perform law enforcement? Put your skills to the test while hiking the 1-mile loop to the outpost! Patrol prizes will be awarded!
Watch for updates at the PLC – We are adding events as additional groups commit. Those commitments are slow or changing due to COVID.
COVID Update: Shenandoah Area Council Scouting activities and considerations in a pandemic (Covid-19) environment.
The safety of our Scouts, volunteers, scouting families, and staff continue to be our first and foremost main concern. We are working closely with our local health officials, BSA National and the American Camp Association to implement practices that address the issues related to this pandemic including medical screening, social distancing and sanitation making sure we follow all restrictions and guidelines.
Effective May 1, 2021, the Commonwealth of Virginia has released updated protocols for general social gatherings including outdoor activities and overnight camping of people from mixed families with specific protocols to incorporate for the safe operation of overnight camping programs.
COVID guidelines include the following:
• Anyone that is in the “High Risk” category should STAY AT HOME. • Everyone registering to participate in an outdoor activity, must monitor themselves, and those they interact with regularly, for two-weeks prior to the program. Anyone with symptoms of COVID-19 or answering YES to the pre- screen questions should STAY AT HOME. • Everyone coming to camp should avoid “car-pooling” with other people not in their normal circle of influence. • Everyone is required to be screened by event staff BEFORE entering the main camp area. Anyone showing symptoms of COVID-19 or answering YES to the pre-screen questions WILL BE SENT HOME. (see Pre-Screen Checklist) • Current “social distancing” guidelines must be always followed including wearing a face covering and maintaining a minimum of 6’ distance. • Hand sanitizer will be available at all program areas and activity stations. • Overnight camping with participants from mixed families in the same campsite is permitted. o Limited to a maximum of 25 people in a group o Two people per tent sleep head to toe o Spaced a minimum of 10’ from other groups • Outdoor Program Areas & Activity Stations o Participants will be split into appropriately sized groups according to current guidelines to maintain proper social distancing. o One group at an activity station at a time or maintain a minimum of 10’ from participants in other groups. o When required masks will be worn by staff and participants. o All non-natural surfaces in program areas will be sanitized between sessions. o All equipment and materials will be sanitized between use. o Opening or closing ceremonies and campfires will follow social distancing guidelines. ▪ Maintain a minimum of 10’ distance between groups ▪ Face coverings worn by participants and staff • Indoor Areas & Activity Stations o Face coverings worn by participants and staff o Social distance markers on the floors to indicate the minimum of 6’ spacing o Physical barriers between staff and participants at check-out/in stations • Post-Event Monitoring o Staff and participants are required to report to the Event management if they test positive for COVID-19 within 14-days following the end of the event.
Please be assured that we will continue to implement procedures to ensure we are operating programs and activities as safely as possible under current “COVID-19 guidelines” It is our intention to conduct as many of our programs as possible this year and our hope is to be back too normal as soon as it is safe.
If you have any questions contact [email protected] or call 540-858-2551.
107 Youth Development Ct. 292 Rock Enon Springs Rd. Winchester, VA 22602 Gore, VA 22637 540-858-2551
Pre-Event Health Screening & Waiver
Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID-19:
The novel coronavirus, COVID-19, has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. As a result, federal, state, and local governments and federal and state health agencies recommend social distancing, the wearing of face coverings, and have, in many locations, restricted the congregation of large groups of people.
The Boy Scouts of America, Shenandoah Area Council, the leadership of your Unit (Pack, Troop, Crew or Post), the Unit's Chartering Organization and all subsidiaries thereof, here and after, collectively referred to as "SAC" have put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19; however, SAC cannot guarantee that anyone attending a Scouting event, activity or meeting , collectively referred to as “program(s)”, will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending such programs of SAC and SAC properties, including Camp Rock Enon and Armstrong Scout Service Center, could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19.
By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that my child(ren) and I may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by attending SAC programs, as well as SAC properties, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at SAC activities and properties may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, SAC employees, volunteers, and program participants and their families. I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to my child(ren) or myself (including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, and death), illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that I or my child(ren) may experience or incur in connection with my child(ren)’s attendance at a SAC activity or property, or participation in SAC programming (“Claims”). On my behalf, and on behalf of my children, I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless the SAC, its employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives, of and from the Claims, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs, or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto. I understand and agree that this release includes any Claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the SAC, its employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, or after participation in any SAC program.
I further acknowledge that I have reviewed the COVID-19 protocols for Shenandoah Area Council programs and that I understand and agree to abide by them. I also agree to ensure that all underage minors under my supervision will abide by these same protocols.
Participant Name: ______Unit #: ______❑ Pack ❑ Troop ❑ Crew ❑ Staff
Participant Signature: ______Date: ______
Parent or Guardian Signature: ______Date: ______(If under the age of 18 years old)
Complete and sign this form for each person (youth or adult) participating in a Shenandoah Area Council program including the Pre-Event Health Screening on the reverse side. This form MUST be submitted when you check-in.
107 Youth Development Ct. 292 Rock Enon Springs Rd. Winchester, VA 22602 Gore, VA 22637 540-858-2551 Pre-Event Health Screening
Participant Name: ______Unit #: ______❑ Pack ❑ Troop ❑ Crew ❑ Staff
To reduce the risk of infectious campers and staff from participating in Shenandoah Area Council programs all participants must self-monitor for at least 14-days prior to their arrival. This will include symptom screening for all participants and staff. During this same 14-day period participants are required to disclose if any persons in their immediate family living in the same household and all other persons that they are in close contact on a regular/daily basis such as co-workers, teachers and friends have reported having COVID-19 symptoms or testing positive for COVID-19. During the self-monitoring period IF any Participant or Staff, or a family member or other close contact: • has any of the Level 1 or Level 2 COVID-19 symptoms or • has been in close-contact with someone that is waiting for COVID-19 test results or • has been in close-contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19 or • has traveled by air, bus, or train within the United States or • has traveled outside of the United States … The participant or staff member must provide proof of a negative molecular test prior to coming to the program. In the last 14-days leading up to this program, has the participant: 1) Experienced any one of the Level 1 symptoms? ❑ YES ❑ NO 2) Experienced any two of the Level 2 symptoms that are new for them? ❑ YES ❑ NO 3) Been in close-contact with someone that is waiting for COVID-19 test results? ❑ YES ❑ NO 4) Been in close-contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19? ❑ YES ❑ NO 5) Traveled by air, bus, or train within the United States? ❑ YES ❑ NO 6) Traveled outside of the United States? ❑ YES ❑ NO
Level 1 Symptoms Level 2 Symptoms • Shortness of breath • Cough • Fever of 100.4 or greater • Muscle Pain • New or worsening dry cough • Sore throat • Flu-like symptoms • Loss of taste or smell • Vomiting • Rash • Diarrhea • Open sore
Any participant answering YES to one or more of the above listed questions must STAY AT HOME until they have proof of a negative molecular COVID-19 test.
Our signature indicates that we, the youth or adult participant or staff, have completed the Pre-Event Health Screening for the 14-days prior to this program to the best of our ability and we acknowledge that we do not have any of the symptoms and did not answer YES to any of the questions listed above. We further attest that no person in our family or other close-contacts have had symptoms, are waiting for test results, or have tested positive for COVID-19 during this period and that we meet the requirements to participate in this program.
Participant Signature: ______Date: ______
Parent or Guardian Signature: ______Date: ______(If under the age of 18 years old)
REGISTRATION
To register for this activity, go to www.sac-bsa.org/springcamporee
Questions concerning registration are to be directed to the Shenandoah Area Council Service Center via email [email protected] or by calling 540-662-2551. Reservations must be made online by the reservation deadline.
PAYMENTS: Payment should be made to the Shenandoah Area Council, BSA via credit card when you register online.
REFUND POLICY: The official refund policy of the council is: All individual refunds are to be requested in writing, and can be sent by mail, email, or fax. Refund requests made more than one week after an event will NOT be considered. When the request is received in relation to the start of the event, camp, or activity there will be a determination as to the amount of the refund. Fees may be applied to another individual attending the same event, camp or activity if arranged prior to the event. Fees cannot be rolled over to a future event or activity. A $5 cancellation fee, per person, will be subtracted from ALL refunds to cover processing costs. This General Refund Policy applies to all camps, events, and activities of the Shenandoah Area Council, BSA unless otherwise stated. Refunds requested due to medical reasons and other unforeseen circumstances will be reviewed on an individual basis and may require additional documentation. Refund policies for National and Regional BSA events may differ.
Pro-Rated Refund Schedule: • 30 days or more Full Refund, less $5 cancellation fee. • 15-29 days 75% Refund, less $5 cancellation fee. • 8-14 days 50% Refund, less $5 cancellation fee. • 7 days 25% Refund, less $5 cancellation fee. • 6 days or less NO REFUND
GENERAL INFORMATION
ARRIVING AT IZAAK WALTON
CHECK-IN: All participants MUST wait in the parking lot and undergo a Medical Pre-Screening. Each participant must have completed and signed CRE Health Screening log and Assumption of Risk Waiver forms. Anyone not passing the medical pre-screening will be sent home. After completing the medical pre-screening, Units will check- in and proceed to their assigned “base camp”. Any arrivals after the designated registration time will be processed, as staff is available.
VEHICLES: There is a STRICT policy of ONE vehicle per Unit at a time. Once vehicle will be allowed to drive to the base camp (weather and road conditions permitting) and unload. There is a 20-minute time limit for vehicles to be in camp. If the Unit has a trailer loaded with equipment and gear, they may leave it at the base camp. All vehicles must be returned to the main parking lot.
The Shenandoah Area Council Inc., and the Boy Scouts of America require that anyone operating a golf cart, LTV, UTV or ATV type of vehicle have completed the required certification training in the safe use and operation of such vehicles whether a Council or privately owned vehicle on a Council or privately owned property. Refer to the Shenandoah Area Council Vehicle Use Policy for more information.
VISITORS: All visitors must undergo medical pre-screening before entering camp.
LEADERSHIP: The minimum leadership requirements for any Scout unit attending this activity are two registered adults who must be at least 21 years of age or older. No exceptions are allowed.
All adults MUST complete online Youth Protection Training and those adults camping greater than 72 hours must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. All Tiger Scouts must be accompanied by an adult partner.
If there is a substitution of a unit leader (over 21), there should be an overlapping period to maintain program continuity and adult supervision over the Scouts. This will give an opportunity for the two leaders to get together and relate information needed to guide the unit properly.
The Chartered Organization is responsible for ensuring that enough leadership is provided for all activities. At least two leaders must be with the Unit 24 hours a day. Leaders may rotate but they must sign in and out at the Camp Office.
• No One-to-One Contact: One-to-one contact between adults and youth members is not permitted. In situations that require a personal conference, the meeting is to be conducted in view of other adults and youth.
• Respect of Privacy: Adult leaders must respect the privacy of youth members in situations such as changing into swimming suits or taking showers at camp and intrude only to the extent that health and safety requires. Adults must also protect their own privacy in similar situations. When camping, no youth is permitted to sleep in the tent or cabin of an adult other than their own parent or guardian. Individual separate shower facilities are available for youth & adult / male & female located at the main shower house. An Adult Only bathroom/shower facility is available with scheduled times for use by adult male and female leaders and parents.
• Abuse: Scouting activities are a SAFE HAVEN for all who visit. Adult and unit leaders are not to use physical, mental, or verbal abuse on youth. This includes any threatening manner toward any youth or other person. This policy also pertains to youth-on-youth abuse. Any actions or suspected behavior of this type is to be reported immediately to the Camp Director. It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that any suspected abuse of any kind be reported to the appropriate authorities.
VISITORS: All visitors must report to registration / check in before proceeding to the program activities. Please make sure everyone signs in FIRST.
SERVICE ANIMALS: The Izaak Walton League of Winchester allows “service animals: on the property in compliance with federal, state and local laws. Scouts, Leaders/Adults, and visitors who require the use of a service animal, as defined by Federal and Virginia State law, are required to contact the Camp Director at 540-858-2551 or [email protected] at least one week in advance. It is always the responsibility of the person using a service animal to follow all policies and maintain control of the animal . At no time should a service animal be left “off leach” while on the property.
CHECKOUT: A Scout is CLEAN, you are expected to leave your base camp in better condition than you found it. All trash should be placed in the trash bags provided and taken hauled out by the Unit for disposal.
MEDICAL: http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx Health histories and records of required physical examinations for all staff members, leaders, and campers are held by the camp medical officer while in attendance. A current Annual Health and Medical Record, No. 680-001, with Parts A and B completed within the past 12 calendar months is required for all staff, leaders, and campers in attendance. Scout residence camps not exceeding 72 hours are not required (but are recommended) to have Part C completed for leaders and campers. Parts A and B must be completed.
The Camp Management reserves the right to restrict physical activity to any camper in consultation with the health officer.
THE MEDICAL FORM NO LONGER ALLOWS ATTACHING ANOTHER PHYSICAL EXAM (IE: SPORTS PHYSICAL) TO THE BSA MEDICAL FORM. THE PHYSICIAN'S SIGNATURE MUST BE ON THE BSA FORM TO BE VALID.
MEDICATIONS: The taking of prescription medication is the responsibility of the individual taking the medication and/or that individual’s parent or guardian. Unit Leaders with appropriate medication administration training who desire to supervise unit medications in the campsite must make this request in advance; must be able to secure the medication; and do so within the guidelines established by the camp health officer PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT CAMP.
All first aid treatment MUST be reported to the Medical Officer.
INSURANCE: Each (SAC) Scout attending camp is covered by secondary health and accident insurance. This insurance covers only illnesses or injuries contracted at Camp for the first $150.00. Parents’ insurance is responsible for any additional amount. Medical insurance information must be on the medical form for each Scout and Scouter and a copy of the front and back of the insurance card must be attached to the medical form. Parents should plan for treatment of pre-existing conditions. Insurance claims will be paid only to the doctor or hospital.
EMERGENCIES: Emergency procedures will be discussed during the opening flag ceremony at camp. These will vary according to the emergency and an information sheet will be provided to each unit upon check in, outlining the various emergency procedures. Please note: Emergencies and Incident Command are managed by senior camp staff and all off site communication should go through them.
HAZARDOUS WEATHER: Hazardous Weather Training needs to be taken by at least one Unit leader.
TOBACCO: All Scouting events strive to be a tobacco free environment. Adult leaders (and guests) are asked to use discretion in using tobacco products. This includes the use of electronic cigarettes, personal vaporizers or electronic nicotine delivery systems which simulates tobacco smoking. Only designated tobacco use areas should be used. Please dispose of all butts properly.
SAFETY: The following are prohibited:
• Personal firearms or bows • Sheath Knives • Alcoholic beverages • Gambling • Slingshots • All illegal drugs • Fireworks in any form • Rock or stick throwing • Pets, excluding Service Animal
FIRES: No open flames are permitted in any tent. This includes all candles including citronella, and chemical fueled lanterns and stoves. DO NOT BRING FIREWOOD TO IZAAK WALTON. Firewood is provided, all fires must be off the ground.
FUELS: For safety reasons, knowledgeable adult supervision must be provided when Scouts are involved in the handling of chemical fuels. Shenandoah Area Council follows the National liquid fuel policy. This includes no storage in trailers.
TRASH / LITTER: Trash is to be taken to the dumpsters located behind the dining hall daily. Do not litter, and please do your good turn by helping pick up someone else's mess. Let's all work to keep camp clean. The Camp's appearance depends on you.
HAMMOCKS & HAMMOCK STYLE TENTS: Do not attach or hang hammocks or hammock-style tents to any buildings, structures or shelters in the campsite or camp. Do not “double stack” hammocks or hammock-style tents.
GOOD TURN: Your Unit is encouraged to perform a “good turn” during your stay in the form of a service project approved in advance.
UNIFORMS & DRESS CODE AT CAMP : A camp activity uniform is recommended for all activities. The Field Uniform is required for flag retreat, dinner, and campfires. A camp activity uniform is set by each unit. We recommend the Camp T-shirt, or other Scout T-shirts, Scout shorts, Scout socks and shoes. All participants, Scouts, Leaders & guests must follow the Council policy on appropriate attire. “Short” shorts, tank tops, 2-piece bathing suites and open toe shoes are not permitted at camp.
SPECIAL NEEDS: The Boy Scouts of America recognizes that no two young people are exactly alike. If there is a Scout or adult with special needs and would like to know the accommodations available and/or talk to someone about making their experience successful, please notify our staff at www.sac-bsa.org/specialneeds .
FOOD SERVICE / MEALS:
THERE IS NO MEAL SERVICE PROVIDED OR INCLUDED WITH THIS ACTIVITY.
Units will need to provide, prepare and cook their own meals during the activity and must ensure they follow proper safey guidelines for food storage, preparation and disposal. Verification of any known food allergies amoung the Unit participants should be done prior to planning the menu for the activity.
RULES WE LIVE BY
The following rules are to be followed :
1. Anyone leaving camp must sign out and back in at the registration / check in area. Failure to do so may cause a camp wide emergency.
2. Must follow all Vehicles Use policies
3. Vandalism of any sort will not be tolerated; responsible individuals and/or units will pay for all damages including staff time to make repairs.
4. Discipline is to be handled by unit leaders as needed. If assistance is needed, please see the Event Coordinator.
5. There will always be enough leadership with the Scouts while they are in groups, going to classes or programs.
6. A Scout should always have their buddy (Buddy System) with them.
7. Please stay out of restricted areas.
8. Please do not pick-up wildlife or throw items at them.
9. FOOTWEAR POLICY (RULES) : All campers, scouters, staff, and visitors are always required to wear closed toe shoes except for while you are in the shower. Shower shoes or flip-flop style shoes can be worn while in the showers not to and from. We define closed toe shoes as any shoe where the toes are covered.
10. Hammock – style tents Do not attach or hang hammock-style tents to any building, shelter, or structure in the campsite or in camp. Do not hang hammock-style tent more than shoulder height above the ground. Do not “stack” hammock-style tents above one another.
11. SAFETY: The following are prohibited and will be immediately confiscated. Anyone found to have these items while in camp will be subject to removal from the event without refund. Additional disciplinary actions may be taken as required by BSA policy and state or federal law.
• Personal Guns of any type (except law enforcement personnel, notify camp director upon arrival) • Sheath Knives • Personal Slingshots • Fireworks in any form • Alcoholic beverages of any type by anyone regardless of age • All illegal drugs of any type or form
12. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES: The following activities are prohibited while on camp property:
• Throwing rocks or sticks • Playing Football or any other “contact” type sports or games • Profanity • Gambling
WHAT TO BRING
PERSONAL GEAR
❑ Scout Spirit ❑ Appropriate Clothing Optional Items: ❑ “Class A” Uniform(s) ❑ Outdoor type chairs ❑ Field Uniform ❑ Ice or beverage cooler ❑ Hiking Boots or Shoes ❑ Pocket Knife ❑ Sweater/Jacket (must have Whittlin” Chip) ❑ Poncho (rainwear) ❑ Compass ❑ Hat ❑ Fishing Gear ❑ Sunscreen & Insect ❑ Camera Repellant ❑ Notebook/Pencils ❑ Flashlight w/extra batteries ❑ Canteen or water bottle ❑ Sleeping bag & pillow
UNIT EQUIPMENT:
❑ Records / Medical Forms ❑ Portable Canopy or tarps ❑ Tents ❑ Rope ❑ Cooking Equipment ❑ Food Ingredients and supplies (if needed) ❑ First Aid Kit ❑ American Flag ❑ Unit Flag ❑ Ice or beverage cooler
THE PURPOSE OF SCOUTING EVENTS
Why do boys & girls join Scouting? To have fun!
Where’s the best place to have fun? The Outdoors!
Why do Scouts come to camp? To have fun in the outdoors!
Where is the best place to have fun in the outdoors? Scouting Activities!
Key elements of Outdoor Programs:
✓Fun ✓Adventure ✓Outdoor Skills ✓Ideals ✓Service ✓Leadership ✓Advancement
The outdoor program is based on Scouts learning through a fun-filled activity. Some activities are strictly for fun, while others may partially or wholly complete a badge or rank requirement. Program is the cumulative total of all that a Scout does, sees, and learns during the event.
It is the job of the staff, unit leaders, and parents to see that Scout’s experience involves all the six key elements listed above in some way. For example, if we only focus on advancement, we might be denying our Scout an exciting adventure!
Our responsibility as Scout leaders is to be aware of the importance of all six elements of the program and to communicate this importance to all parents or involved persons.
While we encourage each Scout to work toward advancing by completing badges and rank requirements to check boxes and earn the next rank, we must guard against this becoming the primary purpose of any program.
We will consider our programming successful if we have helped your Scouts: Strengthen leadership skills • Build Unit and Patrol spirit • Become more confident as a Scout and as a person • Grow spiritually • Become more empowered citizens • Learn life skills by participating in events • Have Fun!
All, the program we provide should be considered a supplement to the Units own year-long program. None of our activities are required, and if different or additional programming is desired do not hesitate to ask and we will accommodate to the best of our ability.
SHENANDOAH AREA COUNCIL PROGRAMMING GOALS
We will consider our programming successful if we can help your scouts experience growth within each of these four areas.
Youth: As a staff, we believe that each youth comes to a Scouting event mainly to have fun. For that reason, we rely on games, activities, and “hands on” experiences when teaching skills. We stress learning for the sake of gaining experience and mastering scout skills, rather than as a stepping-stone to a badge or an award. Above all, we try to help each youth reach their goals for the event.
Buddies: For safety reasons, Scouts should always travel in a group of at least two. To promote this idea, we will offer several activities which encourage the scouting duo to work together, to learn together, and have fun together.
Patrol: Baden-Powell once said that the patrol was the secret of the success of scouting. Scouting events thrive on strengthening patrols using the Patrol Method. We will encourage Scouts to live as a patrol, to show patrol spirit, and to operate according to the patrol method.
Pack/Troop/Crew: You will have the opportunity to compete with other Scouting Units in demonstrating your Unit spirit. At the same time, we will encourage you to join for skill competitions, games, and campfires. We believe that you can have a lot of fun with your fellow scouts and scouters, and that you’ll gain several new ideas to take home with you.
DIRECTIONS TO IZAAK WALTON LEAGUE OF WINCHESTER
Driving directions to 2863 Millwood Pike, Winchester, VA
From Winchester, VA From Waterloo, VA (EAST of Winchester US340/US50) o From Hwy 81 at Winchester, VA o Take US-50 WEST towards Winchester, VA o US-50 EAST for approx.. 4.3 miles o Go Approx. 4 miles past the intersection of US50/US340 o Make U-TURN back onto US-50 West o Turn RIGHT at entrance to Izaak Walton League o Turn RIGHT at entrance to Izaak Walton League
Map of Winchester Izaak Walton League facilities: