Camp Lassen 2021

Camp Lassen

2021

Cub Scout Leader Guide This Leader’s guide includes only minor details related to COVID guidelines

Welcome to Camp Lassen!

Dear Scouts and Scouters:

We are pleased that you have selected to participate in the camping destination, and we can’t wait for you to experience our Northern California Adventure!

Thank you for selecting Camp Lassen for your summer camp adventure. The Cub Scout Resident Camp program committee meets several months in advance to start planning camp based on the theme for this year’s camp. Program for your Cubs will provide fun, exciting, and enriching activities.

We will again be featuring the Healthy Living Initiative. Healthier snacks in the trading post, step competitions (based on percentages to give each unit a chance to win no matter how large or small), and improvements to our dining hall services to help make your experience even better!

The theme this summer is EXPLORE! Your scouts will journey back to a simpler yet harsher time when people lived off the land. In the 1700’s and 1800’s Explorers set out to discover and settle new lands, find trade routes, seek treasure and claim new lands. Our staff is looking forward to having fun with your youth while portraying characters that lived during this exciting time. Meet such Explorers as Daniel Boone, Kit Carson, Sacagawea, Lewis & Clark, Calamity Jane, Sarah Winnemucca and many more while exploring all that Camp Lassen has to offer.

Hopefully this Leader’s guide will help you to prepare for your great adventure at Camp Lassen. We look forward to hosting your unit this summer! Please send us some of your amazing pictures at [email protected] while you are here to see them highlighted on our social media pages. We look forward to hosting your pack and families and want to make this the best summer yet at Camp Lassen!

Welcome! Yours in Scouting, Camping Department [email protected] (916)333-5434

CONTACT INFORMATION We look forward to working with your unit 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 – Main Line 530-873-4961 (916)333-5434 – Camping Department

Golden Empire Council/Camp Lassen Camp Lassen Website Mailing Address (takes 7 days for delivery) http://www.gec-bsa.org/camping-/camping-lassen 21359 Scout Road Butte Meadows, CA Email 95942 [email protected]

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

Our Mission Provide a weeklong, 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 lifetime. Teach fundamental skills to each Scout and develop leadership, citizenship, personal well- being, and self-confidence. Create a camp program that is exciting, innovative, and meaningful.

THE SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE

There is something that appeals to young people about packing up their gear and going camping for a Cub Adventure Camp! Several nights and days in the woods to experience the mountains, the lakes, and the rivers; it is an adventure! And, an adventure that no pack can duplicate on their own. Time at camp builds memories that will never be forgotten. We look forward to another amazing camp season with you this summer!

An Accredited Camp Camp Lassen is accredited each summer by the National Camp Accreditation Program through the Boy Scouts of America. This means that the camp has met strict guidelines in health, safety, and programming. We are prepared for emergencies and understand that Scouts and Scouters are in our care.

The Staff Our staff hiring and training is a 10-month process, starting the day camp closes the previous year. We hire the best candidates for each position and complete a week-long training program before we see any Scouts! We are dedicated, we are enthusiastic, and we are here to serve. The staff at Lassen is top notch and what sets us apart! You will find none better throughout the BSA.

Food Our meals are planned and prepared by professionals. You will enjoy well-balanced meals along with extra options to the served meal. You’ll enjoy salad bars, cereal, soup, baked potato bars and seconds! Please make sure you let us know if you have campers with special food needs or requests. We will offer our granola and yogurt breakfast options again this year to help everyone get the fuel they need for a full day of camp.

Prepare and Bring to Camp To make the experience more fun, we suggest you bring the following to camp. This will help your Scouts with their confidence leading up to the event and get them excited to go. Excited Scouts are what we want! ● A skit or song with outfits and props related to the camp theme for your performance at the closing campfire. ● Plenty of spirit and special props for your group and campsite. ● Unit flag representing the theme to display in your campsite and to take with you throughout the day. This flag will be your unit’s totem while in camp, so make it a unique, youth-made representation. The unit must provide its own flag standard: This consists of a pole with a perpendicular cross bar for spreading the flag. There will be a unit flag competition with awards.

Preparing Your Unit for Camp Cub and Webelos Scouts wishing to participate in shooting sports activities must bring a completed “Firearm Authorization Form - Consent for Minor to Use B.B. Guns/Archery Equipment” signed by a parent/ guardian. Webelos who attend camp with their leaders and not their parents (2 deep leadership required) may become homesick. Encourage your parents to send them to camp with positive words. Saying to a young scout how you will miss them can sometimes have the reverse effect. Please remember that calling home only tends to make these things worse. Keep your homesick Scout busy and it will typically pass. Thank you for taking the time to help these young Scouts transition from being in a Pack to almost being a member of a Troop.

Campsite Requests Your top 3 campsite requests can be submitted on your reservation form, or by emailing the camping department. We do our best to honor these requests with the following factors considered: Final payment completed date, unit size, changes in unit size, and availability. We will inform you of your campsite assignment about 1 week prior to your arrival at camp. Depending on unit size some groups may share a campsite.

Camp Lassen Program

While at camp, your Scouts will experience our top-notch program lead by trained summer staff. Your Scouts can choose from a variety of courses and waterfront activities to customize their week of fun!

Action-packed activities include campcraft, nature, handicraft, boating, swimming, fitness, archery, BB gun shooting, campfires, and stargazing. The camp offers recreational activities for our adults as well, so be prepared to sign up for those as early as possible to reserve your space. Activities may include shooting, COPE, ATV rides (this program is suspended for 2021), etc.

The Cub Resident Program is divided into 8 to 10 rotational sessions. Units will be assigned to a color group. Your color group will experience different activities as it moves from one program to another. Aquatics Handicraft Nature Campcraft

Bears and Archery BB Gun Shooting Wrist Rockets Climbing Webelos Showmanship Special Webelos activities will be offered in certain areas will have the opportunity to earn their Whittlin’ Chip. There are also campfires, camp wide events for the entire group, and nighttime stargazing. One night you can check out everything you need

5 for a dessert (cobbler) cooked over a campfire in your campsite or in the lodge (fire danger will play into this event – if campfires are banned, we will provide you with a finished cobbler to share with your unit, so your Unit still has the opportunity to partake in this fun evening). The Daily Program Schedule will be distributed at check in at camp. For now, here is a sample of what the program might look like: This may change du to COVID Guidelines, but hope to keep camp as close to normal.

Awards and Camp Specialties Fishing – Bring your own pole and bait. There is a limit of 2 fish per week per Scout and for adults it is catch and release. You may cook your fish at camp or take it home to enjoy.

Clean Campsite Award – A Scout is Clean and Camp Lassen would like to recognize the units with the cleanest, most organized, and most efficient campsite during their stay. Daily inspections are carried out and points are given for personal gear, unit gear, and overall appearance. A handsome ribbon is presented at the end of the week. (A copy of the campsite inspection sheet will be provided when you arrive at camp).

Unit Theme Banner Award – The camp inspection team will closely inspect each unit’s “Pack Banner”. The unit with the best banners will receive the Unit Banner Award at the end of the session. Banners will be judged on incorporation of camp theme, workmanship, youth involvement, and graphics.

Camp Lassen Annual Camp Patch – The camp patch will be awarded to each camper and adult upon successfully completing checkout.

Unit Plaque – Each Unit is encouraged to make a unit plaque. When camp is over, the plaque is presented to camp and then hung on the dining hall wall. Please make your unit plaque no larger than 12 inches by 14 inches, as the lodge is rapidly running out of space.

Unit Leader Activities Cubmasters’ Lounge – Stop by anytime for hot coffee or chocolate. You’ll have a chance to relax, read papers, visit with other leaders, and catch up on paperwork. The Cubmasters’ Lounge is located in the front portion of the lodge. (There will be changes to how the lounge is used during our 2021 camping season, we will keep you posted)

Unit Leaders’ Meeting – In order to help your Unit, have the best possible experience at camp, we need to communicate with leaders often. At each meal, we may call a special leader meeting right there at the flag pole. We’ll make some brief announcements regarding programs and schedules at these times.

Adult Leader Training and Events – When you arrive at camp, leaders will be provided options to participate in training and recreational activities. These may include Project COPE, Shotgun Shooting, Rifle Shooting, Dutch Oven Cooking, Leave No Trace, Youth Protection

Training, etc. Some leaders will want to participate in these activities, while others will need to remain with their Units for programs. Before attending these activities, be sure to work with your unit leadership to make sure that your unit and color group always have the correct number of adults required for supervision.

Arrival and Departure Your first day arrival time can be as early as 12:00 pm, but check-in does not start until 1:00 pm. Drive slowly as you turn onto Scout Road. Excessive speed creates a lot of noise and dust that our neighbors could do without. Everyone in your unit should have a sack lunch (camp does not provide the lunch on your arrival day). Early arrivals may proceed to their campsite or picnic area to eat their sack lunch. Camp starts at 1:00 pm. Please make sure to follow physical distancing from other units as they arrive.

The Unit Leader checks in at the Lodge with the following items:

● 3 Copies of the Unit’s Roster – one for Camp, one for the Unit Leader, and one to post at the unit’s campsite ● Signed Shooting sports/archery permission forms (one for each scout) ● Fees for additional scouts and/or leaders ● A copy of your Youth Protection Training Certificate (for each adult) ● For out of council units, a copy of secondary Accident Insurance Policy ● A staff member will show you to your campsite, so that you can move your equipment into your site and change into swimsuits ● The entire unit (adults and youth) goes to the Medical Lodge at scheduled time to turn in medical forms and pick up buddy tags. A quick review of the forms will occur. If you have special things we need to know, please bring them to our attention at this time ● Leaders will be given a time to be at the waterfront for swim checks (where buddy tags will be filled in) ● Staff will tour the unit through important areas of camp ● Back at the campsite, unit leaders will review safety procedures with the unit

At least 1 adult from the unit must attend the leader meeting (time and location will be noted on final schedule provided at check-in).

REMEMBER TO BRING – Theme banner, extra tents, camp chairs, air mattresses or foam pads

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 flag pole 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 Sherriff’s Posse.

One of the first permanent buildings, Lassen Lodge, built in 1935-1936, 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. Boy Scouts can take advantage of one of the best C.O.P.E. courses available anywhere. The camp’s climbing wall offers Boy 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. A High Adventure opportunity can be experienced through the Lassen to Lassen backpacking trek, a hike of over 50 miles.

2021 Summer Camp Fees

Participant Type Camp Fees Youth $225.00 Adults $225.00

Camp Fees: The camp fee includes campsite and beds with mattresses, toilet and shower facilities, eight meals, program supplies and activities (excluding handicraft kits and adventure fees), and the Lassen Adventures. (Sleeping accommodations are subject to change due to COVID Guidelines)

Payment Schedule The following payment schedule is required for all packs: ● $250 Reservation Fee per unit required when reservation is made ● 1/3 of total registration due by November 2, 2020 ● 1/3 of total registration due February 1, 2021 ● Final 1/3 due April 15, 2021

Reservation Information

Visit www.gec-bsa.org or call 916-333-5434 to make a reservation.

Campsites are requested on a first-come, first-served basis and are considered a “pencil- assignment.” (See Campsite Requests on page 5). It is important to register early and keep us informed of any changes so that we can plan accordingly. Any changes to the number of people in your reservation must be handled by the Camping Department.

Cancellation Policy

45 days or more before start of camp - 100% refund 30 - 44 days before start of camp – 75% refund 15 – 29 days before start of camp – 50% refund 1 – 14 days before start of camp – 25% refund 0 days or beyond the start of camp – 0% refund

Refunds Any overpayment of camp fees will be documented at check-in. A check for the overpayment will be mailed from the council service center to the unit. We are not permitted to issue refunds from camp

Provisional Scouts - Unfortunately, due to Boy Scouts of America registrations, we cannot accept provisional scouts for the Cub Scout programs. We can, however, help with your needs by discussing the appropriate options within your own unit. The rules state that Webelos can attend camp with 2 deep leadership (in a 1 to 5 ratio for adult/scouts). Other Cub Scouts may attend camp with someone other than their parent if that adult is willing to accept responsibility for that camper. However, proper tenting must be established (following YPT rules) and an adult may be responsible for no more than 1 Cub Scout that is not a family member.

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. Out of Council Units must provide proof that they have unit 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 – Due to COVID restrictions we are not able to have visitors in 2021.

Campership - A Scout is Thrifty and as such is encouraged to do all they can to help pay their way to camp. Camp Cards are the best way to make money for camp or attend camp for free. 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. Cubmasters 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.

Tents - Units will be in campsites with assigned tents. If you bring your own tents, each tent must be labeled with “No Flame in Tent” signage. (Tent options and requirements may be different doe to COVID guidelines, we will keep you posted)

Liquid Fuel Lanterns and Stoves – 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.

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 Cubmaster (or designated camp leader), other adult leaders and your Den Leaders are invited to attend. YOUR UNIT MUST BE REPRESENTED. Units who are unable to attend MUST contact the Camping Department (see page 2 for contact info) to obtain critical information distributed at this meeting.

DATE, TIME & LOCATION: Saturday, May 1nd ; 10 am – Meeting will be virtual

AGENDA: ● Final information about the resident camp program will be distributed. ● Go over COVID specific guidelines ● Coordination of advancement and program sign ups. ● 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.

TIMELINE FOR PLANNING CAMP

By December 1st: 1. Inform all Scouts and their parent of your camp dates. 2. Provide promotional information at unit meeting (i.e. video, presentation, etc.) 3. Recruit adult leaders for camp. Review leadership requirements in this guide. 4. Schedule Youth Protection & Hazardous Weather training for all adults attending camp. 5. Note camp fee payment deadlines. 6. Assemble individual Scout/Adult packets from forms section and distribute to each Camper. Parents update medical form/schedule physical exam as needed.

By April 15th: 1. Review program guide for camp. 2. Begin working on any additional program items for camp (i.e. skits, flag, songs, etc.). 3. Verify final payment made with Council. 4. Plan for the adult leaders attending camp to attend pre-camp meeting. 5. Inspect unit equipment and program items for camp. 6. Coordinate transportation to and from camp.

May 1st 10 am • Attend Virtual Leader’s Meeting

One Month before Camp: 1. Collect signed permission slips for travel to and from camp.

2. Collect medical forms for each Scout/Adult as required. It is recommended that copies be taken to camp; parents should keep the originals for future use. 3. Fill out the online form for Dietary Restrictions and needs. 4. Complete camp-specific program forms as required.

One Week before Camp: 1. Final check on transportation. 2. Prepare 3 copies of your camp and YPT Rosters (one for the Director, one for the Medical Staff, and one for the Unit). 3. Inspect individual and Pack Gear. 4. Remind campers to bring a sack lunch or money for lunch to and from camp. 5. Review items on Unit Leader Departure Day Checklist.

AROUND CAMP

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 It is important to wash hands and/or use hand sanitizer throughout the day, but especially before and after mealtime. Bring a supply of soap and hand sanitizer for your unit. We will provide soap and hand sanitizer throughout the camp as well. 99% of camp sickness comes from unclean hands and improper food handling, preparation, and clean up.

The 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 $40 per Scout should meet most needs during the week.

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 pack 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 pack 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.

Personal Gear A full recommended packing list can be found on the GEC- BSA.org website under Camp Lassen. Please use this in helping to plan your personal gear. The following is quick reference of gear.

What a Scout Should Bring • Scout Field Uniform– Including shirt, shorts, belt, socks, and t-shirts as worn in your Pack ● 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 ● Money for 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

Our average afternoon high temperatures are in the lower to mid-80s. Overnight lows usually range from the upper 40s to lower 60s.

What’s Provided at Your Campsite?

● A Bulletin Board ● Wash Basin and Drinking Fountain ● Shovel, rake, two 2-1/2 gallon buckets, and a garden hose ● Dutch ovens are available from the Commissary (fire ban permitting) ● Latrine facilities are located throughout camp. There is one nearby for each campsite. ● Warm showers are available at a central camp facility. ● Platform tents set up to accommodate your unit (or a conversation will happen with your unit and the camping department concerning your Unit’s needs)

Equipment Your Unit Should Bring Extra Tents Unit and US Flag Clean Rags Lantern (battery or propane/butane only) First Aid Kit Hammer & Screwdriver Patrol flags Pliers Twine Insect repellent Cub Scout Handbook Tablecloth Pushpins for your bulletin board Pens/Pencils Binder/Paper Campfire skits, songs, and stunts Ground cloths Axe & bow saw

DINING 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.

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. Check-out Morning Breakfast – This meal will be a continental breakfast served outside in the outdoor dining area. It will include muffins, milk, granola and yogurt.

Seconds and Extra Food - A salad bar will be available every day at 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!

Be Prepared

Weather - Expect the Unexpected! Weather is unpredictable throughout the summer months in the mountains; it may change quickly. Generally the days are warm (80s-90s F) and the nights are cool (40s F). However, there may be unexpected lightning, thunder storms, rain, hail, wind, and/or snow. A Scout is Prepared!

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 are required and part C of the BSA medical form is heavily recommended for ALL PERSONS attending Camp Lassen. A photocopy of the medical form should be brought to camp; the original form should be retained for future use by the unit. NO MEDICAL EXAMINATION = NO CAMP! NO EXCEPTIONS! 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. Rest Sleep can dictate whether your troop will have a great experience or a poor experience 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.

Youth Leaving Camp Property The Camp Director will require the unit leader to complete the Camper Early Release Form when emergency situations occur, such as death in the family or serious injuries. We would recommend that no youth leave camp early (before breakfast on the last day) if possible. If it is necessary for a camper to leave during the week, the Camper Early Release Form must be completed. Verification of authorized persons to remove campers in case of emergencies shall be by telephone with the youth’s parent or legal guardian. The Camper Early Release Form shall be kept as a part of the camp’s permanent file.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Fire drills are held within the first 24 hours of arriving at camp, in accordance with state law and Boy Scouts of America standards.

FIRE PREVENTION: To prevent fire, follow these simple rules:

LIQUID FUEL STOVES AND LANTERNS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN CAMP Propane or butane stoves and lanterns are highly encouraged.

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.

Never remove your fire tools from your campsite unless reporting to Parade Grounds for Fire Drill or real fire emergency.

Smoking is not permitted in any camp building or activity area. The Camp Director will identify the designated areas where smoking is permitted.

Flames from any source are not permitted in tents. Only battery lanterns or flashlights are allowed in tents.

LIGHTNING: 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.

EXTREME HEAT: Hydration is one of the most important things to stay healthy at camp. Staying hydrated will help campers acclimate to the altitude. On days with high temperatures, everyone should add to their fluid intake. Each person should drink as much as four (4) quarts of water a day during extreme temperatures. Even those in excellent physical condition should avoid strenuous exercise during these times.

General 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. Beyond these ideals, the following rules are enforced at the Camp Lassen: ● Fireworks are prohibited. ● Throwing rocks is forbidden. ● All cars must be parked in the camp parking lots and not brought into camp. ● Alcoholic beverages and illicit substances are prohibited. ● 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. ● All propane lanterns, stoves, etc. are to be managed by adults. ● Closed-toed shoes must be worn at all times. Sandals may only be worn at the waterfront and at the showers. ● All campers and visitors must sign-in/sign-out at the camp office. ● Two-deep leadership is required at all times. BSA Youth Protection guidelines must be practiced; leaders and parents must be trained. ● No running on trails, hills, or stairways. ● 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. ● No fires or open flames are allowed in tents, Adirondacks, cabins, or any other camp structure. ● Anyone leaving camp must sign-out at camp office. ● Campfires must be actively monitored by an adult leader over the age of 21.

Damage to Camp Facilities All campsites and equipment will be inspected upon check-in and check-out. Any damage 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: 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 $50.00 Minimum (damage to live trees, improper trash disposal, scarring of earth)

Ammunition, Firearms, and Related Items Personal weapons and ammunition are not allowed at Camp Lassen. No hunting arrows, ammunition, or rocket engines may be brought on the property.

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.

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 leader 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 a Scout 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’s campsite or the camp Medical Lodge. Major problems will be treated in coordination with local hospitals. Per BSA policy, ALL PRESCRIPTIONS 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. A copy of this note must be turned in with the medication(s) at medical re-check. Scouts should carry their personal Epi-pens and inhalers.

Swim Tests All Scouts and Adults attending camp must take a BSA swim test. This test must be administered each year prior to camp, or at camp.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION!! A Unit may hold their own swim check in accordance with BSA standards before coming to camp. Planning ahead and completing your Unit’s swim tests before camp will expedite check-in, and allow more time for campsite set-up, making for a more relaxed arrival day!

Units that have already completed their swim tests before camp should present a copy of the results at check-in, which will be certified by the aquatics director. The aquatics staff reserves the right to re-test any person in their swimming ability while at camp. Any Scouts or leaders that didn’t do an early swim test may do so on Sunday/Wednesday. As soon as your unit guide leads you to your campsite your Scouts should prepare to take the swim test. The aquatics staff will make all the buddy tags and they will be available for Scouts and Adults when they come down to the waterfront for classes and/or free swims.

All Scouts and leaders will be classified to their swimming ability on the following scale: ● Non-Swimmer: One who does not meet the “Beginner” swimmer requirements. ● Beginner: One who can jump into water over their head and swim a minimum of 50 feet using any stroke, with at least one sharp turn, but has not met the “Swimmer” requirements. ● Swimmer: One who can jump into water over their head, level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using the trudgen, crawl, sidestroke, or breast stroke (with proper breath control) and then swim 25 additional yards using the elementary backstroke, then float on his back with a minimum of movement. 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 1. Option A (at camp) Aquatics program personnel administer the swim classification test at camp upon check-in. This can take several hours depending on the volume of individuals needing testing. 2. 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 Lifeguard, 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.

The 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.

The 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, 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 their 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. Drown proofing 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.

REQUIRED FORMS FOR CHECK IN

There are a number of forms, for the group as well as for individuals, required for camp attendance. We recommend you recruit a leader whose only role is to disperse, and track, and collect forms required for camp.

Please make sure to do the following • Read and complete each form carefully. • Ensure that authorized signatures are obtained as required.

UNIT ROSTER AND CHECK-OFF FORM: This form will cover Unit information, Pack Roster, emergency contact details, Youth Protections dates, and check off section for other forms. Please complete this form and have 5 copies to be turned in as listed below.

• Copy #1– Medical – Along with the following o BSA Annual Health and Medical Record Parts A & B (C recommended) o Copy of insurance card front and back o Pre-camp health screening form • Copy #2– Waterfront – Along with the following • Copy #3– Shooting Ranges - Along with the following o Shooting Sports Permission Slips • Copy #4– Camp Director – Along with the following

• Copy #5 – For your records

UNIT PRE-CAMP HEALTH SCREENING FORM: This form is necessary to help catch any changes in health prior to camp. If a scout is sick they should stay home.

INDIVIDUAL FORMS: These forms need to be filled out for each Scout and/or Adult attending camp (not all forms are required for adults).

• Parent Authorization for Trip/Activity Medical Treatment. o 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, not to be turned into our camp. • Medical Forms o The BSA Annual Health and Medical Record parts A and B are required. o The form is found online either through the National Website at Scouting.org or through the Golden Empire Council website under Camping – Forms, Guides and Maps. o A copy of insurance card front and back • Shooting Sports Permission Slip • This form is required for any Scout participating in the shooting sports available at camp. • Camper Early Release Form • For any camper leaving early from camp (Found on the website or at camp)

The speed of your unit’s check in will be greatly improved if all forms are grouped by type of form, and in alphabetical order – NOT by camper. For example, all medical forms are in alphabetical order, then all shooting sports permission slips are in alphabetical order.

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

NO COMPLETED MEDICAL FORMS! NO CAMP! NO EXCEPTIONS!

Unit Pre-Camp Health Screening Form

Unit:______Date of Screenings:_____/_____ Conducted By:______All participants must be included in this screening (adult and youth) at 72 hours of before arrival and then again on the day of arrival. Record their temperature, and any signs of the following symptoms fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, diarrhea. Can be completed via phone call with parental assistance. Close Contact: Has anyone in your household been in Close contact with anyone with COVID 19, or suspected of having COVID 19, in the past 14 days? Any participant with a temperature of 100° or more may not depart and must be left at home. Cough/Shortness Change in Taste or of Fatigue/Muscle or Smell/Sore Throat/ Breath/Difficulty Body Aches/ Congestion/Runny Temperature Fever/Chills Breathing Headache Nose Close Contact Name 72 hrs Day of 72 hrs Day of 72 hrs Day of 72 hrs Day of 72 hrs Day of 72 hrs Day of