The Trail to Adventure

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PRESENTED BY THE NATIONAL NEW Camp Basic Course Launches in 2018 O U T D O O R P R O G R A M S Beginning in 2018, new Camp Rangers will begin a new train- ing program through U, the BSA’s career develop- S U P P O R T ment center. Held at “centers of excellence”, the course is for COMMITTEE AND newly hired rangers and will focus on administrative duties THE OUTDOOR (soft skills) and functional skills to prepare rangers for their role in Scouting. P R O G R A M S / See the FAQ section on page 3 for more information. PROPERTIES TEAM 2018 National Camping School

INSIDE THIS ISSUE: The purpose of National Camping School is to provide adults with a learning experience and training related to the operation of council summer camp and Leadership Notes 2 year round programs. The key volunteers and staff members will, in turn, train Camp Ranger Basic FAQ 3 and supervise other staff personnel in your Council Outdoor programs. Out- door programs are the best settings to learn the “how to” of BSA camp- Preventing Youth-on- 4 ing. Experienced instructors will give participants hands on training with op- Youth Abuse portunities to learn new ideas from around he country.

YPT Poster Sets 4 Sections include: Resident Camp Director, Resident Program Director, Day Camp Administration, Aquatics Director, COPE Director, Climbing Director, 2018 BSA Ammo Program 5 Shooting Sports Director, Outdoor Skills Director, Ecology Director, Camp Ranger Retraining Save These Important 5 Dates Please follow the link below to download the 2018 National Camping School catalog. All registrations must be complete by the local council service cen-

NCAP Spotlight 6 ter. http://www.scouting.org/filestore/Outdoor%20Program/pdf/2018-National- Fiix 7 Camping-School-Brochure.pdf Cub Camping Re- 8 cap—NOC Trail to Adventure is published by the Outdoor Programs and Properties team and related Healthy Camps Initiative 9 volunteer task force groups. The newsletter is distributed to camping and outdoor volunteers and professionals, including National Camping School graduates. If you prefer NOC Photo Highlights 12 to unsubscribe to future issues, please follow the instructions in the delivery email

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National Leadership Notes National Outdoor Conference Recap A record 277 Scouters from 100 councils attended the biennial Nation- al Outdoor Conference (NOC) at Philmont in late September. The en- thusiastic crowd was undeterred by nearly seven inches of rain – un- characteristic for New Mexico in September – and “soaked up” hot topics in general sessions and over 90 electives. Highlights included an opening by , Michael Surbaugh, a rousing pep talk by national-level speaker, Ken Wasco, and an especially Mark Rose, poignant presentation by Dr. Deborah Gilboa on challenging camp National Outdoor staff to do hard work. Dr. Jeannie Arnold gave an informative session Programs Support on “operation revamp camp” – an initiative to improve menus and trad- Chairman ing post product by incorporating more healthy food options. Special guest Tom Rosenberg, CEO and President of the American Camp As- sociation gave a heartfelt talk on the state of the camping industry and the important role Scouting plays in his life as an Eagle Scout and Webelos Leader. The conference attendees were split 50/50 between professionals/staff and volunteers. The comradery generated throughout was phenomenal. NOC + Philmont = the perfect setting to ramp up the BSA’s outdoor program and build important relationships at all levels of the program. NOC also had two awesome shows with in a show. Over 50 exhibits were staged in an 8,400 square foot event tent. Many products and ser- vices were represented as well as over a dozen BSA committees and programs. The “food show” returned and served lunch that featured new menu items as well as tried and true foods. Frank Reigelman, Team Leader, At the conclusion of the formal workshops, participants had an oppor- tunity to “go, see and do” special Philmont activities. There were Outdoor Programs/ horseback rides, hiking, shooting sports, fishing and backcountry tours Properties aplenty for attendees to peek behind the scenes of the ranch.

See pages 12 and 13 for conference photos!

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Continued from page 1 FAQ – New Rangers

Q – Who is eligible to attend Ranger School? A – New Camp Rangers or persons fulfilling the role of resident property manager with responsibilities for property maintenance. Q – Where and when are the 2018 Ranger Schools? A – Atlanta (Bert Adams) - Jan 21—26, 2018 - Feb 4—9, 2018 Providence (Yawgoog Scout Reservation) - March 18—23, 2018 Kansas City (Camp Naish) - April 8—13, 2018 Q – Who will teach/facilitate the training? A – The training will be facilitated by Commissioned Professionals, tenured Rangers as well as Subject Matter Experts. In addition, there will be E learning modules that are self-taught. Q – How much does it cost to attend? A - $495 plus travel. Meals, lodging and materials are included in the fee. Q – How do I register A – Upon approval of Scout Executive, go to this link and register. FAQ – Current Rangers Q – Why is Ranger training being changed? A – Ranger training is being updated to reflect other BSA employee training programs and to provide regular opportunities to gain practical experience and focused ongoing training that meets the needs of the employee and the council. Q – How does a currently NCS trained Ranger maintain their credentials? A – In 2018, a Ranger with a National Camping School certificate of training that expires 12/2017 should at- tend one of the Ranger Retraining Sections of National Camping School in the spring of 2018.

Q – How will Rangers maintain credentials if training is no longer part of National Camping School? A – A continuing education (CE) program will be released in 2018. This program will allow maximum flexi- bility for distance learning, local courses and special “trade schools” offered by the BSA to accumulate CE credits. Additionally, CE credits can be entered in Fiix, the BSA’s computer maintenance management system, so it will be easy to track and record CE hours. Q – How is course content for Ranger CE selected? A – Course content is selected based on Local Council and Ranger needs gathered from Ranger training and facility needs survey. It is customized to the needs of each Ranger and council.

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Understanding and Preventing Youth-on-Youth

Abuse Training for Camp Directors Released A new Understanding and Preventing Youth-on-Youth Abuse Training for Camp Direc- tors course has been designed for camp directors and key adult staff. The training covers timely topics such as bullying, inappropriate behavior and games, harassment of coed staff, digital cameras and camp traditions. This new material will be included in National Camping School for camp directors, program directors, trek directors and day camp direc- tors. The training will also be available in other venues for currently trained camp lead- ers.

Youth Protection Poster Sets Headed to a Camp Near You The BSA Youth Protection team will send sets of the new YPT posters to each council for display in summer camp. Approximately 10 of each poster will be mailed to council of- fices operating resident camps based on NCAP Intent to Operate applications. The post- ers reinforce the BSA’s “barriers to abuse”, bullying intolerance, the Scouters Code of Conduct and the important “See it, Stop it, Report it” plan. The new posters prominently display the Scouts First toll free helpline at 844-SCOUTS FIRST (844-726-8871). This dedicated 24-hour helpline is designed to receive reports of any known or suspected abuse or significant violation of youth protection policies that might put a youth at risk.

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2018 BSA Ammunition Program

The 2018 BSA Ammunition Program will run from January 1 – February 28, 2018 and will feature Feder- al Premium ammunition in the following categories: .22 LR, 12 GA shot shell and 20 GA shot shell. New for 2018, councils will also be able to order safety glasses, hearing protection and cleaning supplies for a consolidated order. Watch for more information in December on this cost-saving program.

SAVE THESE DATES IN 2018!

Outdoor Ethics Conference

The fourth national BSA Outdoor Ethic Conference will take place at Camp Naish, Bonner Springs, Kansas, October 18-21, 2018. Save the date! This is THE conference for Outdoor Ethics Advocates, trainers and anyone interested in the latest information on outdoor ethics. The program will include time for sharing ideas and best practices for delivering outdoor ethics programs and training for , Boy Scout, and programs at the unit, district, and council levels. Pre-conference workshops on outdoor ethics and conservation topics will be offered on October 16-18.

Camp Naish is close to I-70 and to the Kansas City International (KCI) airport, so travel to the camp is easy for those who are driving or flying.

Watch for registration information in early 2018! Aquatics Workshop The premier training opportunity for BSA Aquatics program people, both volunteer and professional, is the biennial Aquatics Workshop. The workshop will be held at the Florida Sea Base September 26- 30, 2018. Save the date, spread the word and watch for registration information in the spring of 2018. Shooting Sports Conference Just announced—the inaugural BSA Shooting Sports Conference is scheduled for September 7-9, 2018 at the Summit Bechtel Reserve, Beckley, WV! Watch for more information in the next edition of Trail to Adventure. P A G E 6

Renting Facilities to Non-BSA Groups Local councils are encouraged to provide outside, non-BSA groups the opportunity to use their camps and facilities. Rental of properties can be accomplished, provided such use does not interfere with Scouting operations. When renting BSA property and facilities to non-BSA groups there are certain requirements that must be in place. Failure to follow these requirements could be detrimental to the local council and Scouting. Local councils have access to the plan posted in the Risk Management Notebook and must complete the application before proceeding.

NCAP Spotlight—HS-507 and AO-808 Incident Reporting

These two standards specifically address the prompt reporting of “injuries, illnesses, and incidents requiring the intervention of a medical provider beyond basic Scout-rendered first aid” (HS-507).

Additionally, AO-808 states that all First Aid Logs and incident re- ports are made available to the enterprise risk management commit- tee for review…..

Since 2009, local councils have been accessing the Incident Report- ing gadget (Risk Console) via MyBSA. On December 1, this will be replaced with a tool called Riskonnect. Once Riskonnect goes live, you will see:  Enhanced compatibility with mobile devices and browsers  Simplified data entry and workflow  The ability to update your incidents — up to five days  Membership infraction/Youth Protection reporting capability Please send any questions to [email protected] or [email protected] so we can compile FAQ’s for the benefit of all.

News Flash—2018 NCAP Standards will be published in January 2018! Click here to visit the NCAP home page. What a head start? Click here for the NCAP Circular No. 10. It has detailed information about NCAP updates for 2018.

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With our first year of partnership with Fiix, the mainte- nance software, nearing comple- tion the number of councils par- ticipating continues to grow at a good rate. Nearly 20% of coun- cils as of late October are active in tracking their maintenance issues and addressing them in a more timely manner. We've had numerous accolades as to the applicability and ease of use across the many users on board. The number of users currently stands at 207 and has moved us into the third tier of pricing reduction. Another 65 users will provide a further 25% reduction in the annual cost coun- cils will experience per user. Everyone's promotion and involvement is encouraged so we all benefit in additional cost reductions to come. Welcome aboard! For Central Region councils, there will be informa- tive sessions at the two confer- ences in January occurring in Iowa and Indiana on January 20 and 27, respectively. Plan now to attend to learn about Fiix and how it'll help the organization gain the upper hand on mainte- nance. Contact Dave Cornell, [email protected] for with questions.

Safety Moments = Safer Camps Did you know the BSA has developed over 20 “Safety Moments” that are excel- lent tools to raise the safety consciousness at all levels of the BSA? These brief lessons are ideal for staff training, leaders meetings, roundtables and almost any gathering of Scouters. Topics range from Acute Mountain Sickness Recognition and Prevention, Bunk Beds, Chain Saws, Napping (yes, you read that correctly), Propane Stoves, Winter Activities, and Zip Lines to name just a few. Click here to go to the Safety Moment landing page.

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Cub Scout Camping General Session A panel of 10 “top performing councils” participated in a panel discussion at the National Outdoor Conference in September led by Travis Sutten, ’s Director of Camping and Properties. The presentations focused on the following Cub camp categories: • Day Camp • Resident Camp • Webelos Resident Camp • Family Camp

Councils participating in the panel were in the top performing 10% of councils in those areas ac- cording to the 2016 National Camping Report. Each representative presented on the following:

• Description of their camp • Why it works • Lessons learned

How to overcome the perceived barriers of cost, lack of familiarity and lack of equipment were ad- dressed. Though there was no “magic” recipe shared, all representatives noted the importance of staff as part of their ‘it’ or success factor. Additionally, a common thread was a focus on the value of Scouting being more impactful than trendy new program features. Families were more con- cerned with quality program delivered by a quality staff than flashy activities. Values-driven pro- grams that are consistent with the BSA are lasting and more important than simply keeping camp- ers busy.

The Adventure Plan (TAP) Members of the National Camping Task Force continue to add valuable content to this useful site http://www.bsatap.org

Recent additions include an up to date listing of Historic Trails by state, new content videos and a link to another site your troop leaders will find useful, Troop Program Resources http:// www.programresources.org/

Healthy, Affordable & Delicious Camp Food! One of the leading areas that campers of all ages comment on when talking about a camp is the food that was served. Designed for Camp Directors and/or Food Service Directors that want to get ahead of the curve and become a leader in this area. Topics for this conference will include: nutrition, health initiatives, kitchen design, state of the art equipment, cooking techniques, healthy choices, special diets and allergies, food service contractors and group purchasing. - Week 11 - September 16-22, 2018

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Healthy Camps Initiative – Operation Revamp Camp! With two summers of experience, the response to the BSA’s Healthy Camps Initiative has been spectacular! stands by its promise to develop physically and mentally strong Scouts. About Jeanne Jeanne Donlevy Arnold received the 2013 from the Boy Scouts of America and is the first woman to serve on the National Board of the Boy Scouts of America. In 2015, its 35th president and former Secretary of Defense, Dr. appointed Ms. Arnold to chair a Presidential task force and lead the charge in addressing childhood obesity. A nurse by profession, Ms. Arnold became chief operating officer of Ephrata Community Hospital and later served as senior vice president at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lebanon, Pennsylvania for patient care services. As a philanthropist, she focuses her efforts on enhancing wellness and reversing the childhood obesity epidemic. With a history of proven child obesity interventions, Penn State PRO Wellness was selected to partner with Ms. Arnold to implement a national initiative to cultivate healthier Scouts.

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Healthy Camps Initiative – Operation Revamp Camp! continued 2017 Impact Participating camps offered an average of 34% healthier products out of all food products sold. This is a huge improvement, but we will continue to strive for at least 50% health- ier products in all trading posts. 5/7 camps participated in the healthier trading post initiative 2/7 Camps participated in the Step-Up Challenge. Both reported that they plan to boost marketing efforts for this even more next year! 5/5 Camps participating in the healthier trading post imitative implemented strategic prod- uct placement. 2/7 Camps limited bug juice 4/7 Camps limited dessert to once/day 5/7 Camps noted they were having a hard time keeping up with the demand for fruits and vegetables- Bashore, Bert Adams, Mack, Tuckahoe, Woodruff Most camps improved their salad bars and added protein options ALL camps offered more whole grains ALL camps served fruit at least two times per day Specific strategies – Tackling Added Sugar Dietary Recommendation • The American Heart Association suggests children ages 2-18 consume less than 25 grams or 6 tsp of added sugars daily. What does that look like? • One cup of camp bug juice (a sweet fruit punch of various flavors) contains 29 grams of sugar. • One 12 oz. slushy contains 45 grams of sugar • Decreasing added sugars can decrease dehydration rates as well as post-lunch grogginess. Sugar can act as a diuretic; high consumptions can cause diarrhea and dehydration in Scouts. Operation Revamp Camp Recommendations: • Limit dessert and bug juice to no more than once per day. Ensure all canned fruit is canned in water or 100% fruit juice. Decrease portion size of slushies and switch to 100% fruit juice base. Increasing Whole Grains Dietary Recommendation

• According to MyPlate, a minimum of 50% of grains consumed should be whole grain.

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Healthy Camps Initiative – Operation Revamp Camp! continued What does that look like? • Brown rice, whole-grain rolls, popcorn, whole-grain French toast or waffles Why? • Whole grains play an important role in blood sugar regulation, as they are slower to be absorbed than refined grains. White or refined grains can trigger rapid spikes in blood sugar, causing fatigue, irritability, excessive thirst, and dehydration. • Whole-grain breads contain more protein and energy than white bread. Operation Revamp Camp Recommendations: • A minimum of 50% of the grains served at camp should be whole grain. Items that work well are whole -grain French toast, pancakes, waffles, and rolls/bread. PORTIONS Scouts are active and growing and because of the diverse nutrient needs of Scouts, it’s important to make second helpings always available. We want Scouts to eat until they are satisfied, and sometimes that means Scouts need second helpings. When Scouts are presented with healthy options, quantity consumed becomes less of a concern. Operation Revamp Camp Recommendations: • Staff should make second helpings well known to campers and ensure adequate time to receive and consume additional servings. • Offer a variety of colorful fresh fruits and vegetables. While some Scouts may not eat a whole apple, they may accept berries or orange slices in place of dessert. • Offering a variety of produce (cooked, fresh, cut, whole) is critical to a successful program, good survey results and high return to camp rates. Interested in Participating? This program is FREE to all Boy Scout councils. Penn State PRO Wellness has developed a new process for summer 2018 to assist councils with making these changes to their camp setting. Work closely with our staff, which includes a Registered Dietitian, to assess the current state of physical activity and nutrition policies including dining half layout, menus, trading post inventory, and marketing practices. Together, we will plan for revision of identified areas for improvement during the following year. Your council will also be granted access to a toolkit that will provide additional resources, forms, printed materials, promotional materials, and more to assist you! Contact Erica Francis at [email protected] for information and to get started with the application process. Act soon! In order to reserve your spot, applications must be completed by December 31, 2017. P A G E 12

National Outdoor Conference Photo Recap

Chief Scout Executive Michael Surbaugh opens the conference

Above—A visit to the Vista booth in the exhibit tent

Above—a visit to the

Venturing booth.

A drone view of the 8,400 square foot exhibit tent—over 50 booths with products and services supporting outdoor programs

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Left—a facilities discussion at one of over 90 electives.

Below—lunch for 300 at the food show filled with ideas for dining halls and trading posts.

Above—the BSA’s “safety dude”, Richard Bourlon pre- sents a Safety Moment.

Above—Dave O’Leary presents Mark Anderson with the Outdoor Ethics “Distinguished Service Award” P A G E 14

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National Outdoor Programs Support Committee

Mark Rose, Chairman [email protected] Frank Reigelman, Staff Advisor [email protected] Pat Noack, Aquatics Task Force Chair [email protected] Ben Jelsema, Fishing Task Force Chair [email protected] Dave O Leary, Outdoor Ethics Task Force Chair [email protected] John Winter, COPE/Climbing Task Force Chair [email protected] Mark Rey, Conservation Task Force Chair [email protected] Mark Pluff, Shooting Sports Task Force Chair [email protected] Jim Blair, Camping Task Force Chair [email protected] Mike Abrahamson, Northeast Region Chair [email protected] Aaron Randolph, Central Region Chair [email protected] Dr. James Flatt, Southern Region Chair [email protected] Steve Bradley, Western Region Chair [email protected] Dennis Kampa, Cub Scout Program Liaison [email protected] Sal Ciampo, Strategic Analysis/Facilities Task Force Chair [email protected] Eric Hiser, NCAP Liaison and Website Coordinator [email protected] Jim Kern, Region Support/Newsletter [email protected] Mark Stinnett, Health and Safety Liaison [email protected] Michelle Merritt, National Venturing President NationalVenturing.president @scouting.org

The Trail To Adventure, Fall 2017 A service of the National Outdoor Programs Support Committee