The 2011 Where To Go Camping Guide

A collection of camping, hiking, and water sports locations in and around Colorado, Nebraska, and Wyoming Table of Contents

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Longs Peak Council Camps 1 Ben Delatour Scout Ranch Colorado 2 Elkhorn High Adventure Base Colorado 5 Camp Jack Nicol Cub Scout Family Camp Colorado 12 Camp Laramie Peak Wyoming 18 Chimney Park Scout Camp Wyoming 22 Camp Patiya Colorado 27 Camp Jack Wyoming 30

Hiking and Backpacking 33 Rocky Mountain National Park Info Colorado 35 Cub Lake Loop Colorado 37 Chasm Lake Colorado 39 Eugenia Mine Trail Colorado 41 American Lakes Trail Colorado 43 Brown’s Lake Trail Colorado 45 Coffee Mill TH to Roberts TH Nebraska 48 CSU Environmental Learning Center Colorado 50 Emmaline Lake Trail Colorado 51 Green Mountain Trail Colorado 52 Greyrock Trail Colorado 53 Jim Creek Trail Colorado 54 Laramie Peak Wyoming 55 Rainbow Lakes Trail Colorado 57 Sleepy Lion Trail Colorado 58

Campgrounds and Campsites 59 Buckhorn Ranger Station Colorado 60 Chalk Creek Campground Colorado 61 Fort Robinson State Park Nebraska 62 Great Sand Dunes Natl Park Colorado 63 Horsetooth Reservoir Park Colorado 64 Jack’s Gulch Colorado 65 Jackson Lake State Park Colorado 66 Lake McConaughy Nebraska 67 Long Scraggy Mountain Ranch Colorado 68 Moraine Park Campground Colorado (RMNP) 69 Pawnee Campground Colorado 70 Pike Pole/Pickeroon Campground Wyoming 71 Smith Lake Wildlife Management Area Nebraska 72 Swift Ponds Colorado 73 Toadstool Park Nebraska 74 Veedauwoo/Rout National Forest Wyoming 75 Walgren Lake State Recreational Area Nebraska 76 i | P a g e Boating, Canoeing, and Waterways 77 North Platte River Float Trip Wyoming 78 Niobrara National Scenic River Nebraska 83

National High Adventure Bases 84 Philmont Scout Ranch New Mexico 84 Northern Tier National High Adv Base Minnesota 84 Florida Sea Base Florida 84

Appendix: Forms, Flyers, and Awards 85 Gregg Boundary Trail Award Colorado (BDSR) 86 Old West Trails Hiking Award Colorado, Wyoming & Nebraska 88 The Zimmerman Stage Trail Colorado 89 Old West Trails Award Application 91 Hiking Trip Plan (blank) 92 National Outdoor Challenge Unit Award 93 Historic Trails Award & Application 95 50-Miler Award & Application 96 BDSR Reservation Form Colorado 97 Camp Laramie Peak Reservation Form Wyoming 99 Chimney Park Camp Reservation Form Wyoming 101 Camp Patiya Reservation Form Colorado 103 Camp Jack Reservation Form Wyoming 105 Shooting Sports Range Reservation Form BDSR & CLP 107 Where To Go Camping—Camping Input Form 109 Where To Go Camping—Hiking Input Form 111

ii | P a g e KOLA LODGE #464 ORDER OF THE ARROW Longs Peak Council, Greeley, Colorado

My Friends!

Welcome to the 2011 edition of Kola Lodge’s Where To Go Camping Guide. We in the Order of the Arrow, Scouting’s National Honor Society, hope that you will find it both useful and informative in your unit’s program.

Camping and hiking have been an important part of Scouting since its inception. Indeed, it is what initially draws many Scouts to the program and what often keeps him going in the program for years to come—looking forward to that next outdoors activity with his buddies.

We see this as an ongoing project to assist each unit—whether a Scout troop, a Cub Scout pack, or a Venture crew—with its planning of outdoor activities. And we hope that it will grow with each edition in the number of camping, hiking, backpacking, and water activity locations described between its covers, but its success will ultimately lie in the quality of the locations submitted by each unit to share with other units. After all, all of us are interested not only in the program each of our own unit’s Scouts receive, but in the program provided to every Scout in Longs Peak Council.

So we challenge each troop, each pack, and each crew to submit one more favorite location for the next edition. Instructions for doing so can be found at our lodge’s web page on the council website: http://www.longspeakbsa.org/OA.

Thank you to everyone who submitted information for this 2011 edition. Let us all keep the “outing” in Scouting!

Yours in Scouting’s Service, Brad Schneider 2010 Kola Lodge Chief

0 | P a g e Longs Peak Council Camps

We in Longs Peak Council are fortunate to have available to us five Scout camps that our council either owns or leases for our use. Each camp provides its own unique type of Scouting experience, from a large camp with dining hall operations, to primitive style patrol camping, to backcountry trail camping experiences, to high adventure activities, and much more.

Summer camp is offered at our two largest camps, Ben Delatour Scout Ranch in northern Colorado, and Camp Laramie Peak in Wyoming. Though each offers different activities and a different type of summer camp experience, both are first rate and each year receive the highest marks from both in-council and out-of-council units. Hopefully, your unit will choose to experience each of the camps to provide some variety in your summer camp experience. Indeed, a unit could easily rotate between summer camp at Camp Jeffrey, Soaring Eagle at Camp Ruth Coffin, and Camp Laramie Peak, with older Scouts attending the Elkhorn High Adventure Base, and many Scouts will thus not repeat the same experience during their Scouting career.

| P a g e 1 Ben Delatour Scout Ranch

Introduction. Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, next to the Roosevelt National Forest, this camp has much to offer Scouts of any age.

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch (BDSR) is located 45 miles northwest of Fort Collins, Colorado, near the village of Red Feather Lakes (map). At an elevation between 7,200 feet and 8,000 feet, the Ranch usually enjoys dry days ranging between the high 60's and mid 80's; and cool nights reaching from the 40's to the 60's. Weather extremes are to be expected at upper altitudes. Seven camping sessions will be held in 2011, insuring each unit will have a unique experience all its own. Soaring Eagle is open for Off-Season Use, but will be closed ONE SCOUT RANCH - FOUR CAMPS! for the summer of 2011 while the The Ranch is divided into Camp Jeffrey, Soaring Eagle at Camp camp makes some additional Ruth Coffin, Elkhorn High Adventure Base, and Camp Nicol Cub program improvements Scout Resident Camp. For a traditional Boy Scout summer camp experience, it consists of one coordinated program, but two separate sleeping and eating locations (Camp Jeffrey and Soaring Eagle at Camp Ruth Coffin). Camp Jeffrey is the dining hall camp where family style meals are served three times per day. Soaring Eagle is the patrol cooking style camp where food and cooking equipment are provided so that each Scout patrol can prepare its own meals daily. All camp sites are divided into patrol sites that vary in size. Each patrol site has at least one picnic table, a fire ring, and a varying number of two-person wall tents on wooden platforms. Each camp site is equipped with a latrine, wash stand, fire extinguisher, bulletin board, and cleaning supplies that can be checked out at the commissioner service area.

| P a g e 2 Camp Jeffrey and Soaring Eagle Program Highlights Trail to First Class! For your newer scouts, we have the Trail to First Class program which focuses on rank advancement requirements leading to First Class. The program takes up only half the day, so the scout can work on other merit badges as well. The program has been around for a couple years and has been tremendously successful. It is highly recommended for newer scouts looking to hit the Trail to Eagle running.

Merit Badges Galore! With over thirty merit badges to select from, Scouts can work toward the completion of the following: Archeology, Archery, Astronomy, Basketry, Bird Study, Camping, Canoeing, Climbing, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Science, First Aid, Fish & Wildlife Management, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Forestry, Geology, Horsemanship, Indian Lore, Leatherwork, Mammal Study, Nature, Orienteering, Pioneering, Reptile & Amphibian Study, Rifle Shooting, Rowing, Shotgun Shooting, Soil & Water Conservation, Space Exploration, Weather, Wilderness Survival, Woodcarving

Also Available! Open Handicrafts, Open Shooting, Trout Fishing, Conservation Projects, WØBSA amateur radio station, Volleyball

Older Scout Programs! For the older Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer, and for some Scouts aspiring to greater adventure (some age restrictions may apply!), the following programs are available:

 C.O.P.E. and Advanced C.O.P.E. - two ropes courses available with low and high elements! Gregg Boundary Trail Hike of 12 miles  Horseback Trail Rides  Whitewater Rafting on the Cache La Poudre River  Climbing Ascent Trek! Looking for something exciting and challenging for your older Scouts while your Troop is at BDSR? Participants spend the whole week backpacking in the BDSR backcountry, doing climbs that most people never see! This program is available each week of camp, and is operated out of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base at BDSR.

Adult Programs! Adult leaders are invited to participate in a number of special programs and training sessions during their stay:

 Youth Protection Training  Safe Swim Defense / Safety Afloat  Leave No Trace  Climb on Safely  Trek Safely  Wilderness First Aid  Scoutmaster vs Staff Volleyball Contest  Scoutmaster vs Staff Shootoff

| P a g e 3 Special Scout and Unit Awards! Individual Scouts will have an opportunity to earn the following special awards:

 C.O.P.E. Achievement *  Rock Climbing Achievement *  Gregg Boundary Trail medal * or patch *  Project SOAR Award * (Save Our American Resources)  Mountaineer Award

* These awards are available for purchase at the trading post. Units will be awarded a special ribbon for attending the Ranch, but they will also have an opportunity to earn the BDSR Pride Award

Visit the Scouting Museum! The Armstrong Heritage Center at BDSR has many Scouting history displays from local to international events. The Armstrong Heritage Center, as a Scouting museum, opened in 2008 on the occasion of the 50th camping season. The museum contains numerous displays related to Scouting history that include: Cub Scouting, Boy Scouting, Exploring, Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, Longs Peak Council, Kola Lodge Order of the Arrow, World Scouting, International Jamborees, and collections of The Boy Scout Handbook (Handbook for Boys) and the Scoutmaster Handbook. And there’s much, much, more to see!

Abundant Wildlife!

The Ranch is home to a variety of wildlife. During the summer these may be seen:

 beaver  western tanagers  black bears  mountain chickadees  marmots  broad-tailed and Rufus hummingbirds  Albert’s squirrels  bald and golden eagles  coyotes  prairie falcons  mule deer  horned owls  mountain lions  black-billed magpies  ground squirrels  great blue herons  raccoons  ... and more  mountain bluebirds

During the winter, the Ranch may be home to moose and a herd of over a hundred elk.

| P a g e 4 Elkhorn High Adventure Base Program Highlights

Introduction

The Elkhorn High Adventure Base (EHAB) is one of four camps located on the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. This high adventure program takes advantage of the magnificent location high in the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado. Located just north of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Elkhorn High Adventure Base offers a unique experience for older Scouts to hike, camp, and climb in the Rocky Mountains.

At over 7,000 feet in elevation and encompassing more than 3,400 acres, BDSR serves as a perfect base camp for the Elkhorn High Adventure program. Each crew will spend five full days of high adventure activities such as backpacking, rappelling, rock climbing, black powder, C.O.P.E and tomahawk throwing.

The purpose of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base is to provide a unique High Adventure opportunity to members of the Scouting Program. Through this experience, crew members develop a love of the outdoors and respect for nature.

The goals of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base are to provide Scouts, Scouters, Venturers a chance to graduate from the traditional Scout Camp experience. EHAB offers a chance to put to use the years of training and experience they have received, in a physically and mentally challenging rugged wilderness setting. EHAB offers the opportunity for all of those involved in the program to gain a life-long love and respect for the natural environment.

Program Activities

 Backpacking  C.O.P.E. (Both High and Low Rope Courses)  Rock Climbing (some of the best in Northern Colorado)  Rappelling (including 100ft free rappel)  Cowboy Camp (Dutch Oven Cooking and fun around the campfire)  Black Powder  Tomahawk Throwing  Archery  Wildlife Watching  Opening and Closing Campfire  And much more!

| P a g e 5 THE TREKS

Trek A - Program High Adventure This trek combines a week-long backpacking trip in the lower elevations with daily program opportunities listed above— great for a troop’s or crew's first trek and for those wanting to do more than hike the trail.

Trek B - Program Alpine Adventure This trek includes the first half of the week at lower elevations to assist with altitude acclimatization and to provide significant program involvement from the program list above. The second half of the week is backpacking in the beautiful Colorado wilderness at altitudes of 7,000 to 12,000 feet.

Trek C - Sub Alpine Trek This trek includes up to 50 miles of backpacking in the Colorado wilderness, with vistas above timberline. This trek will only operate during the second half of the season and is subject to alternate routes based on high-altitude snow depths.

Trek D - Ask about this one. You also need to have been on an Elkhorn Trek in a previous season before we let you tackle this big one.

Elkhorn SuperTrek. The Elkhorn SuperTrek was designed to give your crew a more diverse experience on the trail. The SuperTrek will check in and shakedown at Elkhorn High Adventure Base on Wednesday of their start week. The trek will hit the trail for 10 days and return on the Friday of their final week. This Trek requires a minimum of 8 and maximum 11 participants. SuperTrek programs include whitewater rafting, horseback overnighter, high and low COPE, climbing, rappelling, black powder shooting, tomahawk throwing, dutch oven cooking and, of course, backpacking!

REQUIREMENTS

Membership & Certification. All participants in Elkhorn High Adventure Base must currently be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. At least one adult crew member must be certified in first aid and CPR.

Age. All participants in the Elkhorn High Adventure Base must be at least 13 by January 1 of the participation year—there are no exceptions to this rule.

Adult Advisors. Each crew must have two adult leaders with them at all times. One adult leader must be 21 years of age or older by the time the crew leaves home. The other adult leader must be 18 years of age or older by the time the crew leaves home. Based on BSA regulations, both adult leaders for Venture Crews are required to be 21 or older. Co-ed crews must follow BSA regulations for coed outings.

Crew Size. Crew size is strictly limited by wilderness permits and Leave No Trace practices. Full crews have a maximum of eleven participants (youth and adults). Minimum crew size is seven participants. At least two participants must be adults.

| P a g e 6 Additional Requirements may be found on the Longs Peak Council website: http://www.longspeakbsa.org/camps/EHAB/

Elkhorn Hike Ranger. An Elkhorn Hike Ranger accompanies each crew. All Hike Rangers are over 18 years of age and have been extensively trained in Leave No Trace camping skills and wilderness emergency skills. All have extensive backpacking experience and knowledge of the routes the crew will be taking. Additionally, Hike Rangers have been specifically trained in the local and natural history of the Northern Rockies to help provide a first-rate experience.

Food. All food needed for the trek is supplied by the Elkhorn High Adventure Base. Meals provide a balanced, nutritional, menu that is both lightweight and tasty. Trail meals are distributed in groups of two. While off the trail, meals are prepared for the crew by the Scout Ranch Food Services. Friday night at the Base is a Western Cookout steak fry!

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch History

The Ben Delatour Scout Ranch was purchased in 1958 from George Weaver who owned it as the Pinecroft Ranch. The first Longs Peak Council event was a camporee held by the Thompson-Poudre District in the spring of 1959. This was followed by the first summer camping season that same year. The original property acreage was somewhere between 1,200 and 1,500 acres and over the decades numerous plots have been added. Today the land owned by the council is 3,400 acres. Several plots within and at the edge of the Scout Ranch were "trade-outs" with the U.S. Forest Service. In these situations, the council purchased pieces of ground the Forest Service wanted and then traded them for pieces within the Scout Ranch.

The history of the Scout Ranch is very rich. The old Zimmerman Stage Trail followed the Elkhorn Creek as it made its way from Log Cabin (the current junction of County Roads 74E and 68C) to the mining town of Manhattan and down to the Poudre Canyon. Several sites of early settlers can still be seen on the Scout Ranch: the remains of the John Cooke cabin, the old prospect site on the Elkhorn Creek, the Halliday Gravesite, an early sawmill, the remains of the Ashley Grange, and if you search very carefully, Native American tipi rings.

With the early Native American, European settler, and Scouting histories, the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is a magnificent location for Scouting adventures.

| P a g e 7 Ben Delatour Scout Ranch Weekend and Off-Season Use (Mid-August through May)

The Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is an all-season Scouting outing facility for Scouts and adult leaders alike in the Longs Peak Council. However, with each season will come different use concerns and facility availability. During the summer season, however, usually the end of May through mid- August, the entire Scout Ranch is restricted to summer camping operations and is not available for independent unit or district use.

Five Camping Locations The Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is organized into seven geographical camping areas:

 Camp Charles Jeffrey Boy Scout Camp  Soaring Eagle Boy Scout Camp at Camp Ruth Coffin  Jack Nicol Cub Scout Family Camp  Elkhorn High Adventure Base  Kiwanis Family Campground  Outpost Camping Area  Camp Demming Area

For reservations or more information about any of these camping areas, call 1-800-800-4052, Option 1.

Charles Jeffrey Boy Scout Camp

In the summer this camp serves meals out of the 350-seat Armstrong Coral Rock Lodge. At other times, campers cook their own meals in their campsites. The camp has ten campsite areas with tent platforms and space for individual tents:

| P a g e 8 The camp also has the Tower Rock Camp Fire Ring and a well-appointed open air chapel. An archery range is located uphill from the dining hall. Pit latrines can be found in or near each campsite. Each campsite also has a stone circle fire pit.

Camp Jeffrey also has two cabins for troop use. Both have wood stoves and metal bunks for sleeping:

Kola Lodge - capacity of 16 persons Nuzum Shelter - capacity of 10 persons

Soaring Eagle Boy Scout Camp

In the summer, this camp is a patrol cooking camp where all meals are prepared in the campsite. At other times of the year, it is the same. The camp has thirteen campsites divided into several patrol sites. Each site has five tent platforms and there is usually room for individual tent set-up:

The camp also has the Flaming Arrow campfire area just southeast of the parking lot. In addition, it has the Cowpoke Chapel, Yucca Flats Archery Range, and Chuck Wagon Cooking area. Each campsite has a latrine located in or near the site. Parking at the camp is limited, so overflow vehicles must go to the main parking lot.

Ruth Coffin Shelter

The Ruth Coffin Shelter is located in Soaring Eagle. It has a wood stove and it can house up to ten campers on metal bunks. For district events, the Kaufman Commissary can be used for food

| P a g e 9 service. Several large (4ft long) charcoal grills for group cooking are mounted outside the building. A large picnic shelter was added in 2005.

Jack Nicol Cub Scout Family Camp

This camp is not available for pack, troop, or crew use. It is, however, available for limited district use, especially for training purposes. The Tointon Dining Hall can be used for large group training. The camp has a chapel, campfire ring (propane fires only), and campsites around the fort, castle, and seaport theme areas. Pit latrines are available at each campsite, as well as near the dining hall and camp entrance. The large parking lot can hold up to 125 vehicles. Two archery ranges and a BB rifle range are available for those with correct and current certifications. In addition there is a disc golf course and a croquet area. For safety reasons, no camp fires are allowed in this camp.

Elkhorn High Adventure Base

In the summer, the base is the starting and ending place for high adventure treks that range as far as the Colorado State Forest in the 10,000 to 12,000 feet of elevation level. During the rest of the year, it is a small camping location that can host up to one Scout unit at a time in the Boulder Rotary Lodge and one or two more in surrounding meadow unmarked campsites. The Boulder Rotary Lodge was remodeled in 2003 and is now well insulated, heated with electricity, and has improved lighting. The building can house up to ten campers on metal bunks with mattresses, a fine location for a small group training session. A large (4ft long) charcoal grill is located outside for cooking purposes. The toilet rooms in the latrine/shower building are left unlocked for non- summer use. A limited number of vehicles can park near the Boulder Rotary Lodge; and a larger parking area, holding up to 25 vehicles, is located just north of the "big rock".

Boulder Rotary Lodge

Kiwanis Family Campground

The Kiwanis Family Campground is located just across the road (County Road 68C) from the main gate to the Boy Scout camps. It has 12 campsites, each with a steel fire ring, picnic table, and tent area. Some of the tent areas can also hold a small to medium sized recreational vehicle. The area has a small shelter which, in the summer time only, has a shower and sink area, as well as an outside water/sink. Two pit latrines are available year round.

| P a g e 10 Outpost Camp Area

The Outpost Camp Area is accessed at a gate across from the Elkhorn High Adventure Base on County Road 68C. A parking lot just inside of the gate means that access to campsites will be on foot. This area is frequently used for district camporees and can accommodate several hundred campers. The Outpost Camp is a part of the BDSR "backcountry" and this means that fires are not allowed. Cooking must be done using stoves.

Districts planning to use the Outpost Camp Area must also arrange for "porta-johns" as latrines are not available. Water is not available in this area, but depending on water supply conditions, it may be possible for the BDSR Ranger to provide a water truck. Please contact him at least two weeks prior to any event.

Camp Demming Area

The Camp Demming Area is located about one-half mile past the Boy Scout camps entrance gate on County Road 68C on the north side of the road. Vehicle access is restricted to just inside of the gate and camping areas are accessible by foot. The Camp Demming Area is a part of the BDSR "backcountry" where fires are prohibited; therefore, cooking must be done using stoves. Districts planning to use the Camp Demming Area must also arrange for "porta-johns" as latrines are not available. Water is not available in this area, but depending on water supply conditions, it may be possible for the BDSR Ranger to provide a water truck. Please contact him at least two weeks prior to any event.

| P a g e 11 Jack Nicol Cub Scout Camp Program Highlights * Introduction 2011 Session Dates Set in a scenic mountain locale, Jack Nicol Cub Scout Webelos Den Sessions Family Camp offers  Session 1: June 17-20 adventure camping in a Cub  Session 4: June 26-29 World with programs that  Session 7: July 10-13 appeal not only to young  Session 8: July 15-18 frontiersmen, knights, and  Session 11: July 24-27 seafarers but also to moms, dads, and leaders. Wolf/Bear Den Sessions  Session 2: June 20-22 The 500-acre Jack Nicol Cub  Session 3: June 24-26 Scout Family Camp opened  Session 5: July 1-3 in 2001. The camp boasts  Session 9: July 18-20 three themed areas at its Cub World—a frontier fort (Fort Cub Scout Pack, Sessions Unfug), castle (Castle  Session 6: July 8-10 (also ScoutReach) Walker), and seaport (Everitt  Session 10: July 22-24 Seaport). Family Camp Sessions All participants at Camp Nicol  Session 12: July 31-Aug 1 will enjoy program and  Session 13: Aug 7-8 activities from at all 3 theme *All camp dates are preliminary and are areas; the Castle, Seaport and subject to change. Please check the following Fort. Activities may include: website often for updates: Nature/Science, BB gun http://www.longspeakbsa.org/camps/cubcamp/ shooting, Archery, Wrist or call 1-800-800-4052, Option 1 Rockets, Arts and Crafts, Rank Advancement and Skills, Games and Sports. Evening activities include a campfire program, free time and cracker barrel, and the world famous Camp Nicol Light Parade!

There are many optional program activities available to you and your Scouts during your stay, including volleyball, kickball, horseshoes, croquet, and many more! Conservation is always a focus at Camp Nicol and your den can earn the SOAR award, or start working towards the World Conservation Award. There are plenty of projects available.

ADVANCEMENT All Scouts have the opportunity to work on various advancements throughout their stay.

CAMP NICOL LIGHT PARADE On the final night of each session, all Scouts can participate in a light parade. Please bring anything you would like to decorate your groups’ float. You will be able to use the wagons at camp and the staff will provide assorted glow sticks for each Scout. This is truly a highlight of each stay!

| P a g e 12 CAMP NICOL MARKSMAN AND ARCHER AWARDS Cubs and Webelos can qualify for the Camp Nicol Marksman and Archer Awards.

WEBELOS HIKE TO BOY SCOUT CAMP (Webelos Sessions Only) During a Webelos Session, half of a day is spent on an exciting hike to the Boy Scout Camp. While at the Boy Scout Camp Webelos have the opportunity to participate in canoeing, bouldering, and tomahawk throwing. There are also a limited number of half hour horse rides, for a small fee.

CAMPSITE INFORMATION Tent campsites are located at the Castle and Fort areas, and are divided into “den sites”. Each den site is equipped with five tents (10 beds). Each tent is set on a wooden platform and houses two cots. Picnic tables are located in each den site.

CAMP NICOL DINING HALL All meals during your stay at Camp Nicol are served in the Tointon Dining Hall. There is no need to bring any eating utensils everything is provided.

CUBMASTER COFFEE CORRAL Located in the south-east corner of the dining hall, this area is fenced off and is for adults only. It is a place to relax, have a cup of coffee or tea and possibly a cookie. The Corral is available all day, so feel free to come on in and put your feet up for a few minutes!

SHOWERS There are two shower facilities at Camp Nicol. Each facility has 8 individual shower stalls and a washroom. All stalls are individual and have locks on the doors.

| P a g e 13 | P a g e 14 Other Camp Nicol Cub Scout Opportunities

FALL COLOR HIKES First Saturday and Sunday in October*

This is an excellent opportunity to spend a day with your family or Den, watching the fall colors changing. There will be staff available to lead hikes, or you may take a hike on your own. Staff-led hikes will depart at 10:00 am, 12:00 noon, and 2:00 pm and last approximately 2 hours. A staff-led boundary trail hike (12 mile hike) is also offered. This hike departs at 10:00 am and does not return to Camp Nicol until 5:00 pm.

Cost for Fall Color Hike (including a patch and snacks at the end of the hike): $5.00 per participant (youth or adult) Children 3 and under are free Participants must bring their own sack lunch, a water bottle and rain gear.

TIGER CUB ADVENTURE DAYS Second Saturday and Sunday in October*

This opportunity is for all newly registered Tiger Cubs and their Partners. It is a fun-filled day at Jack Nicol Cub Scout Family Camp. Activities include BB guns, Archery, Wrist Rockets, Arts and Crafts, Disc Golf, Nature and more!

Cost for Tiger Cub Adventure Day: $5.00 per participant (Tiger Cub and parents) Lunch will be provided and all participants will receive a patch at the end of the day!

CUB SCOUT HAUNTED WEEKENDS Third, Fourth, and Fifth Weekends in October*

This is a family camping or den camping weekend. All activities take place on Saturday, but families and dens are invited to camp Friday night and/or Saturday night. You must provide your own camping equipment; the tents at Camp Nicol are not up in October.

Activities on Saturday include: BB guns, Archery, Wrist Rockets, a hike to the old gravesite, crafts, pumpkin carving, disc golf, costume contest and the Haunted Castle! Activities are age appropriate for most age levels. All participants will receive a patch.

Meals are provided on the following schedule: All get lunch and dinner on Saturday; if you check in on Friday by 9:00 pm you will get breakfast on Saturday; if you stay Saturday night you will get a continental breakfast on Sunday.

Cost for the Haunted Weekend: $25 for Youth (Ages 4 to 17); $10 for Adults (Ages 18 and over); Ages 3 and under are free.

* Note: All dates are subject to change from year to year. Be sure to check the website for the latest information: http://www.longspeakbsa.org/camps/autumn/ or call 1-800-800-4052, Option 1

| P a g e 15 | P a g e 16 Getting to Ben Delatour Scout Ranch

| P a g e 17 Camp Laramie Peak

Introduction. Camp Laramie Peak (CLP) is located northwest of Wheatland, Wyoming, near the base of Laramie Peak, in the Medicine Bow National Forest. The elevation at the camp is approximately 6800 feet, which means the evenings and mornings typically are cool. Temperatures during summer camp range from the 40s at night to the 90s during the day. CLP was purchased in 1920 by a group of volunteers wanting a place to take Scouts in the wilderness. The rugged terrain, rambling brooks, and mountain backdrop was the ideal location. The tenth oldest Scout camp in America, CLP celebrated its 90th birthday in 2010.

Camp Laramie Peak Program Highlights

Trail to First Class! For your newer scouts, we have the First Class Challenge program which focuses on rank advancement requirements leading to First Class. The program takes up only half the day, so the scout can work on other merit badges as well. The program also includes a five-mile hike on Friday morning. This is an outstanding way for newer scouts looking to hit the Trail to Eagle running.

Merit Badges Galore! With over twenty merit badges to select from, Scouts can work toward the completion of the following: Archery, Astronomy, Basketry, Camping, Climbing, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Science, First Aid, Forestry, Geology, Horsemanship, Indian Lore, Leatherwork, Mammal Study, Nature, Orienteering, Pioneering, Rifle Shooting, Shotgun Shooting, Space Exploration, Wilderness Survival, Woodcarving

| P a g e 18 Also Available! Open Handicrafts, Open Rifle and Shotgun Shooting, one-hour horse trail rides, a horse-packing overnight experience, Conservation Projects, Volleyball

A new Xtreme Scouting program was introduced at Camp Laramie Peak in 2010. For a small additional fee, this exciting program allows Scouts and adults to participate in such extracurricular activities as mountain boarding, a BMX bicycle course, mountain biking, zip lines, climbing, horse trail overnight dinner ride, and mountain bike overnighters.

Adult Programs! Adult leaders are invited to participate in a number of special programs and training sessions during their stay:

 Youth Protection Training  Safe Swim Defense / Safety Afloat  Leave No Trace  Climb on Safely  Trek Safely  Wilderness First Aid (additional fee)  Scoutmaster vs Staff Volleyball Contest  Scoutmaster vs Staff Shootoff

Special Scout and Unit Awards! Individual Scouts will have an opportunity to earn the following special awards:

 Project SOAR Award * (Save Our American Resources)  Camp Laramie Peak Honor Unit Award

* Available for purchase at the trading post.

Sleep in a Tipi! Although supplies are limited and available on a first come, first served basis for a small additional fee, your unit or patrol can request to sleep in a tipi, rather than bringing your own tent.

Most camping at CLP is done with individually or unit-owned tents. A limited number of tipis and wall tents are available for a nominal charge, but must be reserved in advance and are available on a first come, first served basis.

| P a g e 19 Abundant Wildlife!

CLP is home to a variety of wildlife. During the summer these may be seen:

 bison  western tanagers  beaver  mountain chickadees  black bears  broad-tailed and Rufus hummingbirds  marmots  bald and golden eagles  Albert’s squirrels  prairie falcons  coyotes  horned owls  mule deer  black-billed magpies  mountain lions  ... and more  ground squirrels  raccoons  mountain bluebirds

| P a g e 20 | P a g e 21 Chimney Park Scout Camp

Introduction. Chimney Park Scout Camp is located in Albany County, Wyoming, between Woods Landing and Fox Park, on the Laramie Road (Wyoming Highway 230). Chimney Park Scout Camp can be reached from Laramie, WY, and Walden, CO (Colorado Highway 127). HISTORY Chimney Park Scout Camp began in 1950 at a time when the U.S. Forest Service exhibited a tremendous feeling of magnanimity towards America's youth, especially to those in Boy Scouting. This historic fifty year plus cooperative effort between the Longs Peak Council, BSA, and the Forest Service, USDA, annually provides camping and outdoor adventure activity opportunities to hundreds of Scouts and adult leaders.

The site was well over one hundred acres at the time it was leased to the Longs Peak Council for use as a Boy Scout Camp. With this lease came a year-round facility for troop camping and a staffed summer camp operation. Over the years the size of the lease was reduced to 25.7 acres, and a lake was added. In the mid-1970s, the council ceased operating summer camp here and since that time the camp has been managed by a very dedicated volunteer Chimney Park Scout Camp Committee. This committee sees to maintenance, improvements, general use guidelines, and it invites additional adult Scouter participation. The committee is responsible to the Council Camping Committee.

Today the camp is available to Cub Scout Packs, Boy Scout Troops, Varsity Teams, and Venture Crews for weekend camping, day events, and week-long adventures. In recent years the camp has been used for district day camps, Klondike derbies, camporees, Order of the Arrow fellowships, Wood Badge training, and Scouter outdoor skills training courses.

FACILITIES

The property surrounds a lake which is open to public access fishing. Wyoming fishing regulations apply and fishing licenses are required.

| P a g e 22 Baldwin Lodge overlooks the lake and it is a structure that can house up to 24 campers on mattress-covered bunk beds. The cabin is heated by wood fire. A "white room" is available for food operations. A water well next to Baldwin Lodge provides a twelve month water supply.

Tent sites exist on both the east and west sides of the lake and these sites have fire rings. Latrines are conveniently located on each side of the lake.

Near the water's edge is a campfire circle that can be used for Order of the Arrow, advancement, and special ceremonies. Please check with the Forest Service on fire ban status!

POTENTIAL UNIT ACTIVITIES Chimney Park Scout Camp provides numerous activity potential for any Scouting unit that attends:

 WARM WEATHER MONTHS - usually June through September Wildlife Watching Hiking Fishing Nature Activities Star Gazing Canoeing Outside Games Pioneering Orienteering

 COLD WEATHER MONTHS - Usually late November through April Cross Country Skiing Snowshoeing Ice Fishing Star Gazing Snow Caving Animal Tracking Wildlife Watching Ice Bowling Snow Sculpturing

| P a g e 23  MEDICINE BOW NATIONAL FOREST - public access use areas Hiking Trails Groomed Cross Country Ski Trails Snowshoeing Trails Medicine Bow National Forest information is at www.fs.fed.us/r2/mbr

WEATHER

In the Rockies the weather can change from minute to minute and, along with it, the temperature. Summer highs are usually in the low to mid 70s with very cool to cold nights. Summer thunderstorms can be very cold. Winter temperatures can be way below freezing, or for that matter way below zero! Winds in the winter can be brutal with the accompanying "wind chill factor" staggering even to imagine. Snow in wet years can be very deep with the winds causing large drifts. (The history of Baldwin Lodge is that when it was first built, it had a door on the roof for winter access!)

When it comes to weather at Chimney Park "be prepared", and in the winter months be prepared with extra food and fuel to spend an extra day or two!

EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

Each Scout unit at Chimney Park needs to be "be prepared" for an emergency by having a first aid / CPR trained leader in attendance at all times. Units need to have knowledge of emergency communication systems and a plan for obtaining help. Cell phone signal from all carriers is extremely weak and then only available, if at all, from the parking lot. Emergencies may be responded to by the Fox Park Volunteer Fire Department, the Woods Landing Volunteer Fire Department, the City of Laramie Fire Department or the Albany County Sheriff. The closest hospital is in Laramie. Land telephones may be located at Fox Park and Woods Landing, but do not exist at Chimney Park Scout Camp.

WILD CRITTERS

This is the forest of the Rocky Mountains and wild critters abound. Deer, moose, elk, bear, and cougars are the big critters that can be found at various times of the year. Deer and elk usually are not a problem, but be careful of moose during rutting season. Bears are always looking for a free meal, so keep food and “smellables” locked up securely inside the cabin or vehicle trunk. In the spring and summer watch out for Moose tiny ticks.

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| P a g e 26 Camp Patiya

Introduction. Information on Camp Patiya is currently being revised and we expect to have more information in our next edition of this guide. In the meanwhile, the following information should be helpful in planning your outing at this beautiful little camp.

Camp Patiya is located just 7 miles west of Boulder, Colorado at 7370 Flagstaff Road.

DETAILED DIRECTIONS TO GET THERE

From Boulder, drive west on Baseline Road, past Chautauqua Park, then onto Flagstaff Road. Go up and over Flagstaff for 7 miles (if you hit the 7 mile marker sign, you've gone about 100 yards too far). The entrance to the camp is on the right.

You should have received the combination or key to the gate with your reservation. Open the gate and park in the lot. Do not park on the roadside or you will be ticketed by the sheriff.

WEBSITE: http://longspeakbsa.org/camps/Patiya/index.html (Under revision at Longs Peak Council at the time this Guide was published)

USAGE FEES

Cost per person (youth or adult) $2 per day. Nixon Lodge or Shower House or A-Frame are $20/day. Please pay when making reservations (see below) through the Farr Service Center in Greeley, CO.

Reservations are required. Use the reservation form at http://longspeakbsa.org/camps/weekend/. Please contact Cindy in the Farr Service Center, Greeley, Colorado: (970) 584-2202 for more information. Boulder County regulations place limits on the usage of the camp (number of campers), and the camp does usually fill up, especially in the summer, so plan ahead and make your reservations early! You can always check with Cindy in Greeley on availability for any particular date.

| P a g e 27 AVAILABLE FACILITIES

Marked campsites: 8 Tables: Yes

Restrooms: Shower house and flush toilets available during warm months (with usage fee). Latrines available year-round.

Fire Rings: Yes Cooking Grills: Each campsite has a fire ring and grill. There is also a covered cook site at the Hebner campsite with covered picnic tables and several fire rings. There are 3 fireplaces (charcoal only) and picnic tables under a shelter (with electric lights) adjacent to the Nixon Lodge. The camp also has a campfire ring with wooden benches. Each campsite also has a sump (8” PVC pipe) for disposal of grey water.

Public Phone: An emergency and camp-use phone available in the Nixon Lodge.

NIXON LODGE

The Nixon Lodge is great for meetings or training and has room for about 30 people. Some units will use it for sleeping quarters, but it is not insulated and, frankly, a tent is usually warmer than the concrete floor! There is a room in the lodge which is useful for food storage (critter-safe except for maybe mice) with a refrigerator available.

A-FRAME

The A-Frame is a smaller building that is good for meetings of up to about 15 people. It is much better insulated than the lodge, so is more appropriate as sleeping quarters (for maybe 6 or 8).

ADDITIONAL FACILITIES

 The Arapahoe campsite also has a wooden teepee shelter big enough for a picnic table or maybe about 6 Scouts. It is not totally enclosed, but makes for a fun place to camp.  A pioneering area (with a few poles for use on site) is available off the NW corner of the parking lot.  There is also an enclosed (fenced) axeyard just across the road from the showerhouse.  Just west of the Nixon Lodge is a great area with a few tables to use as a chapel or an outside training/instruction area.

WATER AVAILABILITY AND USE

Drinking water, as well as non-potable water for washing, is available at camp, but please be aware that water is only available if you rent the shower house. The camp is working to make this available to all users, but some work will be necessary to make this happen.

Gross Reservoir is about 2 miles farther down Flagstaff Road: http://www.denverwater.org/Recreation/GrossReservoir/

| P a g e 28 SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

Camp Patiya is adjacent to Walker Ranch (Boulder County Open Space) http://www.bouldercounty.org/openspace/recreating/public_parks/walker.htm and close to Boulder (city) Mountain Parks http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?Itemid=1922

SPECIAL RULES AND REGULATIONS

 Be sure to read the weekend camp rules at http://longspeakbsa.org/camps/weekend/ .

 All activities require a First Aid and CPR trained adult on site.  All Cub Scout activities require a Baloo trained adult leader on site.  Quiet hours 10PM to 7AM (there are residential neighbors).  Pack out your trash and fire ashes.  You MUST notify Boulder County Sheriff (303-441-4444) and Cherryvale Fire Station (303- 494-3735) before you start any fires, and again after the fires are out. Observe all Boulder County fire restrictions or bans.

| P a g e 29 Camp Jack

Introduction. Camp Jack is an approximately 160-acre area located about 25 miles west of Cheyenne, WY, on Happy Jack Road just west of the Curt Gowdy State Park headquarters (see map). The camp is part of Curt Gowdy State Park, one of the Wyoming State Parks and Historic Sites, and its use is governed by a lease agreement between the Longs Peak Council, BSA, and the State of Wyoming.

HISTORY Curt Gowdy State Park, named after the well‑known sportscaster, was established in 1971 through a lease agreement with the City of Cheyenne and the Boy Scouts. This region was a favored camping area for the Comanche, Pawnee, Crow and Shoshone Indians during their search for bison. Other tribes, including the Kiowa, Cheyenne, Arapaho and Sioux, are also thought to have roamed the area. The arrival of the Union Pacific construction crews in the 1860s caused Native Americans to be pressured onto the ever‑shrinking hunting lands and their presence steadily diminished on the lands now known as Curt Gowdy State Park.

FACILITIES Camp Jack is intended to provide a primitive camping experience for our Scouts. It has no facilities other than a latrine and campsites. The area of Camp Jack is enclosed by a fenced boundary from Happy Jack Road on the south to a private property boundary fence on the north. The gate to Camp Jack is locked and a key must be obtained from the Park Manager at Park Headquarters. Camp Jack has capacity for approximately 150 people and up to 20 vehicles (including RVs).

HYNDS LODGE Although Hynds Lodge is not part of Camp Jack, it is located directly next to the camp and Scouting units often use it as a base from which to conduct various Scout activities.

The lodge is named for noted Cheyenne philanthropist and capitalist, Harry P. Hynds, who built and donated the structure in 1922‑23 to Cheyenne’s Boy Scout movement. The building is open to both large and small groups— both Scouting and non-Scouting groups--on a reservation‑only basis.

| P a g e 30 Reservations may be made by calling park headquarters at (307) 632‑7946. A covered porch, large kitchen, dining area, recreational and sleeping accommodations, and a hiking trail are all part of the lodge complex.

FIRST AID TRAINED LEADER When making a reservation to use Camp Jack, the Scout unit must supply the council with a photocopy of a certificate showing an adult leader who is certified in first aid skills by a recognized agency (American Red Cross, National Safety Council, etc).

PARK AND BSA RULES All BSA camping rules related to safety, youth protection, trained leaders, etc, apply at Camp Jack. In addition, Curt Gowdy State Park requires that all rules and regulations for the Curt Gowdy State Park be followed (see Curt Gowdy brochure).

PARK USE The agreement reached with the State of Wyoming on the use of Camp Jack allows Scout units to have access to all of Camp Jack on a no-fee basis. For this to be so, vehicles must have a copy of the reservation form on the left front windshield dash. Units desiring to use other facilities at Curt Gowdy State Park (e.g., Hynds Lodge) need to make a reservation through the Park Office and pay any applicable Park fees. (You may wish to talk with the Park Ranger to arrange a service project to avoid the park fees)

SERVICE PROJECTS Scout units are encouraged to contact the State Park Manager to arrange for service project work at the park. The park is especially interested in Project SOAR-related conservation projects, bluebird nesting box construction projects, working with Scouts on Eagle Projects, and more. Scout service projects at Curt Gowdy State Park are the council's payment for the lease on Camp Jack.

SPECIAL HABITAT AREA A special endangered species habitat area has been established at Camp Jack by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. This area is habitat for the Preble's Meadow Jumping Mouse, an endangered species. A fenced in area constructed by Scouts in 1999 designates the habitat in the wooded wash, and all people are required to stay out of the area at all times.

A special interpretive display has been erected near the habitat area to explain its purpose and to share information about other wildlife that may be found at or near the camp.

| P a g e 31 RESTRICTIONS  No pets are allowed at Camp Jack  Fires are only permitted in established fire rings  The use of firearms or fireworks is prohibited  Archery under properly trained leadership (Boy Scout Troops, Varsity Teams, and Venture Crews only) may be conducted at the park's archery range in another location of the park

EMERGENCY SITUATIONS In an emergency situation contact the Park Manager or telephone the Laramie County Sheriff on your cell phone at 911.

Ctrl-Click on map for complete park brochure

| P a g e 32 Hiking and Backpacking IN THIS SECTION Introduction Introduction. Even Rocky Mountain National Park more stunning than Other Hikes & Backpacking what one sees looking at the How long will it take us to Rocky Mountains hike the trails in this guide? from its foothills are To roughly estimate the time the views from high required for a given hike, use up in the mountains the average walking rate of two while hiking the miles per hour on level ground many mountain for adults and older Scouts carrying packs, plus one hour trails in our tri-state area, whether in the Rockies, the Snowy for each 1000 feet of elevation Range, or the Laramie Range, we have available to us some gain. Of course, rough terrain of the most beautiful, awe-inspiring scenery anywhere in and younger/less experienced America. hikers will add time to your hike…and don’t forget to add time for lunch and other stops We are equally fortunate to have available innumerable along the way. national and state parks and forests to explore. Getting out on the trails is the best way to see these landscapes, as well as Don’t Forget Your the best opportunity to see wildlife in its natural surroundings, Ten Essentials! including deer, elk, bears, birds of all colors, as well as the It doesn’t matter whether your smaller animals. planned hike will last a few hours or a few days, always The possibilities available to us are endless, so review take the following with you: this section thoroughly, be sure you are properly prepared for 1. Pocketknife the weather and terrain you will be experiencing, and then get 2. Personal first aid kit out on the trails. Whether you decide to take a short five-mile 3. Extra clothing 4. Rain gear hike with your den, or scale one of the 14,000-foot peaks with 5. Water bottle(s) your crew, a life-changing experience awaits you. 6. Flashlight 7. Trail food 8. Matches and fire starters  Easy: An easy trail traverses gentle terrain with short 9. Sun protection ascents or descents. Route finding is not a problem and the 10. Map and compass trail bed is Insect repellent, a whistle, and easy to negotiate. other items might also be considered essential, depending  Moderate: May have longer or more pronounced grades. upon your destination, length of There may be sections where the trail is rough or difficult to your trip, and the season. See The Boy Scout Handbook, pp. find. 264-266, of the current edition.  Difficult: Trail has steep elevation gains and losses. The route may be non-existent in places or difficult to track. Always make a trip plan and leave copies with your parents  Strenuous: Extremely steep grades with very large and other responsible adults, elevation gains. Trail is very rocky and/or eroded, making it such as your scoutmaster. See difficult to traverse. The trail may be non-existent in places the next page for a sample hike plan. Click here for a blank hike and/or require more advanced navigational skills. Not plan form. recommended for inexperienced hikers and hikers must be in very good health and have recently participated in physical conditioning.

| P a g e 33 TRIP PLAN OF IMA HIKER

DATE AND TIME OF DEPARTURE: JUNE 24, 2006, ABOUT 9:00 A. M.

DEPARTURE POINT: CHIMNEY PARK BSA CAMP

DESTINATION: LOOP HIKE OUT AND BACK FROM CAMP

ROUTE GOING: OUT ABANDONED SMALL GAUGE RAILROAD BED EAST OF THE SCOUT CABIN

ROUTE RETURNING: SAME

DISTANCE GOING: 5 MILES DISTANCE RETURNING: 5 MILES

NAME OF BUDDY GOING WITH ME:PHILMONT CREW (NOTE: FOR PRIVACY REASONS,I DIDN’T LIST ACTUAL NAMES HERE, BUT ON AN ACTUAL HIKE PLAN YOU SHOULD DO SO TO LET YOUR PARENTS KNOW WHO ELSE TO CONTACT AND SO THEY COULD GIVE THAT INFORMATION TO SEARCH AUTHORITIES IF THAT BECAME NECESSARY)

PURPOSE OF THIS HIKE: TO PREPARE FOR OTHER 10 AND 20 MILE HIKES AND TO HAVE FUN

PERMISSIONS NEEDED: BOY SCOUT LOCAL TOUR PERMIT

SOURCE OF DRINKING WATER: WATER BOTTLES FILLED AT SCOUT CAMP

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: HIKING 10 ESSENTIALS (KNIFE, FIRST AID, EXTRA CLOTHING (LITE JACKET), FLASHLIGHT AND EXTRA BATTERIES, RAIN GEAR, MATCHES AND FIRE STARTER, WATER, SUNGLASSES AND SUN LOTION, MAP, HAT AND COMPASS AND TRAIL FOOD), PLUS SUNSCREEN AND HIKING STAFF

CLOTHING NEEDED: HIKING BOOTS, HAT, LIGHT JACKET, EXTRA SOCKS

HIKE MENU: HAM AND CHEESE SANDWICH, CHIPS, COOKIES, APPLE, SPORT DRINK

ESTIMATED TIME OF RETURN: 2:00 P.M. PLUS 2 HOURS TO DRIVE BACK TO CHEYENNE

EMERGENCY CONTACT: MY MOM &DAD: (307) 555-5555 AND Mary Peterson (ranger) (307) 745-2300

| P a g e 34 Rocky Mountain National Park Additional Information Introduction. This living showcase RMNP website: of the grandeur of the http://www.nps.gov/romo/ Rocky Mountains, with elevations ranging from 8,000 Entrance Fee: $20 per vehicle, feet in the wet, grassy good for 7 consecutive days. valleys to 14,259 feet at the weather- Backcountry Camping Info: ravaged top of Longs http://www.nps.gov/romo/plany Peak, provides visitors with opportunities for countless ourvisit/backcountry.htm breathtaking experiences and adventures. Click here for a map of Rocky Mountain National Park Save Money with a National Parks Pass Operating Hours and Season. Rocky National Park is open 24 Annual RMNP Pass. hours a day year round. Visitors can enter or exit at any time. If you If you are planning to hike in this national park more than are planning to stay overnight, you must be in a designated once this year, it might be most campground site or a backcountry campsite reserved by a valid economical for you to invest in an annual permit. pass. A $40 pass provides unlimited entry to this park for one year from the Contact the Park: date of purchase. Available at all Rocky Mountain National Park entrance stations  Visitor Information: 970-586-1206 (Daily 8 a.m. to 4:30 or at 970-586-1438. p.m. Mountain Time, recorded information after hours)  Backcountry Office (also Lost & Found): 970-586-1242 Rocky Mountain National  Campground Reservations: 877-444-6777 Park/Arapaho National Recreation  Emergencies: Contact the park's dispatch center at Area Annual Pass. This $50 pass 970-586-1203 provides unlimited entry to both areas for one year from the date of purchase. Available at all Rocky Getting Around the Park: The park has an outstanding shuttle bus Mountain National Park and Arapaho service. Check out the routes at: National Recreation Area entrance http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/gettingaround.htm stations.

Things to Do: In addition to taking to the many trails for some hiking The following passes are good at and wildlife viewing, there are museums, visitor centers with all national parks, national forests, interesting displays, ranger-led hikes and talks, horseback riding, and national monuments, and national many other fun activities. Check them out at: historic sites: http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/things2do.htm  There are also brochures available online that describe trails, National Parks and Federal the various climatic and geographic areas of the park, and Recreational Lands Pass – Annual other activities available to you and your Scouts: Pass. For $80, this pass provides http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/brochures.htm access to, and use of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard Amenity Fee Know Before You Go! Weather in the park, especially on the for a year. It covers the pass holder peaks, can change rapidly and conditions can vary greatly the higher plus up to 3 additional adults in the you hike. Generally, plan to be off the tops of any peaks before noon, vehicle (children under 16 are free). especially in the summer, to avoid the frequent lightning strikes. An Obtain in person at the park, by outstanding source for road conditions, trail conditions, and Longs calling 1-888-ASK USGS, Ext. 1, or online at http://store.usgs.gov/pass. Peak climbing conditions can be found at: http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/road_conditions.htm

| P a g e 35 Rocky Mountain National Park consists of 414 square miles and includes 40 miles of the Continental Divide. The park has 20 “13ers” (peaks at More Passes 13,000 feet of elevation or above) and the famous landmark, Longs Peak, National Parks and Federal which rises to 14,255 feet. There are more than 350 miles of trails to Recreational Lands Pass – Senior hike, including trails of every level of ability, which allow hikers to Pass. - Cost $10. This is a lifetime explore a variety of climate and environmental topography, from pass for U.S. citizens or permanent moraines, to meadows, to lush forests, to the treeless tundra. Depending residents age 62 or over. It provides upon the time of year and altitude, hikers will appreciate extensive areas access to Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard of wildflowers of all types and colors. And there are over 150 lakes Amenity for the pass holder and within the park, all of which are great places to stop for a trail lunch. passengers in a non-commercial vehicle (children under 16 are free). The pass can only be obtained in Much of the park’s dramatic scenery was formed by alpine glaciers that person at the park. flowed down from high on the sides of the mountains during the last Ice Age about 10,000 years ago. These ice flows carved deep canyons and National Parks and Federal river gorges, and carried debris down with them to deposit them Recreational Lands Pass – Access Pass - Free. throughout the numerous valleys. These glaciers also steepened the peaks and formed many of the small lakes known as glacial tarns. This is a lifetime pass for U.S. citizens or permanent residents with permanent disabilities. It provides access to Federal recreation sites Hiking along the park’s trails, watch for its abundant, protected, wildlife, that charge an Entrance or Standard including mule deer, elk, bighorn sheep, marmot, pika, coyote, hawks, Amenity for the pass holder and and beaver. passengers in a non-commercial vehicle (children under 16 are free). Wilderness Ethics The pass can only be obtained in person at the park. 1. Make a Positive Impact. Certainly, strictly follow our principles of “Leave No Trace,” but resolve to go beyond the National Parks and Federal maxim of “Take only pictures, leave only footprints.” As Scouts, Recreational Lands Pass – let the public see that we leave places we visit better than we find Volunteer Pass - Free. them. Pick up trash you find on the trail, even if some earlier This pass is for volunteers acquiring hiker dropped it, for example. You don’t need to be obvious 500 service hours on a cumulative about it…other hikers will notice. basis. It provides access to, and use 2. Respect Other Hikers. Step to the side of the trail and allow of, Federal recreation sites that charge an Entrance or Standard uphill hikers pass by, as well as hikers going in your same Amenity Fee for a year, beginning direction who happen to be hiking faster than you are. Know on from the date of award. The pass which side of the trail to stand should horseback riders pass. And admits the pass holder and avoid excessive noise so that all may enjoy the abundant wildlife passengers in a non-commercial and the serenity that the outdoors brings. vehicle at per vehicle fee areas and pass holder + 3 adults, not to exceed 3. Do Not Feed the Animals. Without going into detail, this is 4 adults, at per person fee areas actually very harmful to the animals in the park. If you’d like (children under 16 are admitted free). more information, ask a park ranger. Click here to learn about volunteer 4. Let Wildflowers Flourish. Do not pick flowers, break live tree opportunities in the National Park limbs, or take rocks with you out of the park. Leave them for Service. others to enjoy. 5. Stay on the Trail. Creating “shortcuts” off established trails causes significant erosion, damages sensitive vegetation that may literally take decades or longer to grow back (especially in the alpine tundra which covers about one-quarter of the park), and destabilizes the trails that already exist. 6. Observe All Park Rules. They were established so that everyone can better enjoy the park and all it has to offer.

| P a g e 36 Recommended Hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park

Information about how to get to the RMNP (near Estes Park, Colorado), Park regulations and fees, etc., won’t be repeated for each of the following hikes as they are the same for each.

Cub Lake Loop Name of Trail or Location: Cub Lake, Arch Rocks, and The Pool Loop Where it is located: Rocky Mountain National Park Trail Length: 6 miles round trip (it’s a loop trail) Starting Altitude: 8080 feet Altitude Gain: 540 feet Preferred Season: Spring, Summer, Fall Trail Difficulty: Moderate Directions to trailhead: Enter RMNP at the Beaver Meadows Entrance Station (through Estes Park). Drive Bear Lake Rd 1.2 miles to the first road on the right (which heads to Moraine Park Campground). Take this road and drive ½ mile, turn left just before the campground entrance and follow the signs for 0.7 miles to the Cub Lake trailhead. Website (if any): http://www.nps.gov/romo/ (this is the general website for the RMNP) Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail: Campground nearby (reservations required); restrooms located about ½ mile further toward Fern Lake Trailhead Water Availability and Use: Drinking water available at public restrooms near trailhead (see above); stream and lake available along trail, but any water taken from these sources must be properly treated before drinking. Permits/Use Fees/Regulations: Only park entrance fee required (see RMNP info above) Any special regulations: National Parks regulations. Map of Trail:

| P a g e 37 Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS 7.5-minute Longs Peak, McHenrys Peak

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: This is a great hike for Cub Scouts and younger Scouts on their trail to First Class. There are plenty of plants and wildlife tracks to identify for advancement requirements. Toward the start of the hike, as the trail bends to the right, you’ll find many interesting rock formations. I often take some small candy bars and announce that the first Scout to correctly identify the dwarf, the whale, etc., rock formations will receive a reward. That gets them looking around and seeing more than they might otherwise. You’ll arrive about lunchtime at Cub Lake, a great place to sit on the rocks around the lake for a picnic trail lunch and observe the beaver ponds. You’ll cross a bridge over “The Pool” and end your hike walking through Arch Rocks, another impressive feature, past the Fern Lake Trailhead, then follow the road back to the Cub Lake Trailhead.

Submitted by: Karl A. Kaszuba, Council Executive Board

| P a g e 38 Chasm Lake

Name of Trail or Location: Chasm Lake Where it is located: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado Trail length: 4.2 miles one way Starting Altitude: 9405 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 2360 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): mid-July to mid-September Trail difficulty: Strenuous Directions to trailhead: From the junction of US Hwy 36 and Colorado State Hwy 7 in Estes Park (at the intersection by the McDonalds), drive south on Hwy 7 for 9 miles to a road on the right (west) marked by a sign for the Longs Peak Ranger Station and Campground. Turn right and follow this road for 1 mile, then turn left for the ranger station and parking lot (there is a sign). The trailhead is right next to the ranger station. Website (if any): http://www.nps.gov/romo/ (this is the general website for the RMNP) Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available? Yes, at trailhead and from stream and lake, but except at trailhead, all water must be properly purified before drinking  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Permits/Use Fees/Regulations: National Parks regulations Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No, unless you camp overnight. Longs Peak Campground is on a first-come, first-served, system with no reservations taken. Backcountry campsites at Goblins Forest and Battle Mountain require reservations and a backcountry permit. Call the Backcountry Office starting March 1st at (970) 586-1242. Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Although part of the RMNP, you will not pass through an entrance station, so no entrance fee will be collected. Any special regulations: No wood fires or pets permitted. You must have a backcountry use permit if you intend to camp overnight. Camp only in designated campsites. Please draw a map of the trail:

| P a g e 39 Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS 7.5-minute Longs Peak

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is a great training hike for a Philmont crew. In the summer, the alpine tundra (above tree line) offers spectacular wildflowers. You’ll want to start very early in the morning, preferably before dawn, to ensure you are below the tree line before mid-afternoon thunderstorms (i.e., lightning) move in.

If you’re want to take the Chasm Lake Hike and still make it a 10-mile hike to meet the Hiking Merit Badge requirement, add Eugenia Mine Trail to your day after coming back from Chasm Lake.

There is a restroom at the Chasm Junction where the trail splits northwest to the Boulderfield and the Keyhole route to Longs Peak and southwest to Chasm Lake. Once you pass this trail junction, the trail becomes very narrow and trekking poles can be helpful. This part of the trail can sometimes be covered with snowfields (be sure to check trail conditions before you go here: http://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/longs_peak_conditions_report.htm. Look down to your left for a spectacular view of Peacock Pool (resembles the eye on a peacocks tail feathers due to the minerals in the water). The last push will be a scramble over boulders, but you’ll be rewarded with a deep and clear lake (Chasm Lake) that almost always has mini-icebergs floating on its surface. You’ll also have some great views of Longs Peak during this hike. Make sure that you sign in and sign out on the trail registry located at the trailhead.

Submitted by: Karl A. Kaszuba, Council Executive Board

| P a g e 40 Eugenia Mine Trail

Name of Trail or Location: Eugenia Mine Where it is located: Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado Trail length: 1.4 miles one way Starting Altitude: 9405 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 508 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): summer to fall Trail difficulty: Easy Directions to trailhead: From the junction of US Hwy 36 and Colorado State Hwy 7 in Estes Park (at the intersection by the McDonalds), drive south on Hwy 7 for 9 miles to a road on the right (west) marked by a sign for the Longs Peak Ranger Station and Campground. Turn right and follow this road for 1 mile, then turn left for the ranger station and parking lot (there is a sign). The trailhead is right next to the ranger station. Website (if any): http://www.nps.gov/romo/ (this is the general website for the RMNP) Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available? Yes, at trailhead and from stream, but except at trailhead, all water must be properly purified before drinking  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Permits/Use Fees/Regulations: National Parks regulations Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No, unless you camp overnight. Longs Peak Campground is on a first-come, first-served, system with no reservations taken. Backcountry campsites at Goblins Forest and Moore Park require reservations and a backcountry permit. Call the Backcountry Office starting March 1st at (970) 586-1242. Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Although part of the RMNP, you will not pass through an entrance station, so no entrance fee will be collected. Any special regulations: No wood fires or pets permitted. You must have a backcountry use permit if you intend to camp overnight. Camp only in designated campsites. Please draw a map of the trail: Turn north at marked trail junction before Goblins Forest campsite.

| P a g e 41 Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS 7.5-minute Longs Peak (Eugenia Mine Trail shown on topographical map below in blue)

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is a short, easy, hike. If you want to take the Chasm Lake Hike and still make it a 10-mile hike to meet the Hiking Merit Badge requirement, add Eugenia Mine Trail to your day after coming back from Chasm Lake.

This trail leads through the forest to the ruins of an old mine and cabin built around the turn of the century. You’re going to have to use some imagination as there isn’t much left at the site, but it is still a pleasant hike—watch for wildlife on and around the trail, as well as for evidence of the mine and tailings along the way. There are also pieces of old machinery used in the mining operation scattered about the site.

Make sure that you sign in and sign out on the trail registry located at the trailhead.

Submitted by: Karl A. Kaszuba, Council Executive Board

| P a g e 42 Other Hikes and Backpacking Trails

Name of Trail or Location: American Lakes Trail Where it is located: Just South of Cameron Pass, Jackson County, Colorado Trail length: 4 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 9900 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 2500 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): July - September Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: NW of Fort Collins on US 287 to Ted's Place, then west on CO 14 up Poudre Canyon. Drive 65 miles to Cameron Pass. Just over the pass, turn south at the Lake Agnes turnoff in the Colorado State Forest. Turn left at the first fork in the road to a parking area. At the east side, follow the trail east, then curving south, then back west, along the Michigan River. This is also known as Snow Lake. Website (if any): Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $5 per vehicle Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail:

| P a g e 43 Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS Estes Park Quad 1:100,000

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is backcountry camping; therefore, it is not developed. Lower Lake: GPS 40.4828 North, 105.8820 West. Hike this slowly climbing trail through Spruce/Fir woodland to above treeline. Trail follows the Michigan River to its source above treeline. The lakes are just east of Nokhu Crags in alpine tundra vegetation. Beautiful clear lakes holding diffident trout that are calmly pleased to ignore your fishing talent. High altitude is prone to clouds and mist, so bring your raingear. Small groups (see wilderness use policy) may camp in the trees about 1 mile below the lakes (Leave No Trace - keep your camp discreet and out of sight, protect the delicate Alpine Tundra and don’t camp near the water). This makes a nice day-hike to high altitude in late summer, or a short overnight backpack trip. Be prepared: weather can sneak over the high ridges and surprise you. Take sunscreen and a good hat.

Submitted by: Chris Kelly, Horsetooth Chapter, Kola Lodge

| P a g e 44 Name of Trail or Location: Brown’s Lake Trail Where it is located: 52 miles west of Fort Collins, Colorado Trail length: 11 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 10,488 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 942 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): July - September Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: Drive north on US 287 from Fort Collins to Ted's Place, about 10 miles. Turn west on CO14, then it is 26 miles to Pingree Park Road. Travel 4 miles south on Pingree Park Road to Crown Point Road, then drive west for 12 miles to the Brown’s Lake trailhead. Website (if any): http://www.resourceanalysis.com/trails/trail17/tr17.html Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Where Obtained or Paid:

Any special regulations:

Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is a moderate to difficult hike. You can also backpack up 5 miles to the backcountry sites above Brown’s lake. This can be made into a loop if you head up Flowers Trail to Zimmerman and out to the Zimmerman trailhead at the end of the Crown Point Rd.

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 45 Name of Trail or Location: Ceran St. Vrain Where it is located: Near Jamestown, Colorado Trail length: 4 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required)  Or, continue to Miller Rock and back for about a 6-mile hike with about a ½ to ¾ mile steep section Starting Altitude: 8000 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 300 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: From Hwy 36 between Boulder and Lyons, head up Lefthand canyon towards Ward and Jamestown. After 5 miles, take the right-hand fork to Jamestown. Past Jamestown, the road turns to gravel – the trailhead is about ½ mile from here, on the right. You can also come from the Peak-to-Peak Hwy (72), south of Allenspark – take Overland Rd towards Jamestown about 2 miles to the trailhead. Website (if any): http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/arnf/: Search for “Ceran” or Navigate to Recreation => Hiking => Day Hiking => Ceran Saint Vrain Trail Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No (Treat water from creek for drinking)  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Map of Trail: Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): None Any special regulations: No camping at the trailhead – nearest site is a few hundred yards in. Check for seasonal restrictions on fires. Collection of dead/down wood is allowed--do not break branches from standing trees. Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS, Raymond Quad Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This can make a good first backpacking trip for new scouts, as it is a short, easy, and flat hike with some good day-hike opportunities from camp. By adding on a bit (say, to Miller Rock and back) you can also turn this into a decent 5- mile day hike for Second Class requirement.

| P a g e 46 The trail follows the St Vrain creek through a lodgepole pine forest for about 2 miles. It is downhill going in, but only drops about 300'. The trail ends at a 4WD Road #252. If you are backpacking, there are a couple campsite options here (next to the creek, enough for maybe 2 or 3 tents). Or, cross the creek to a larger meadow. There is often a makeshift bridge here (a tree or log), or just ford the creek if it's not too deep or swift. The meadow isn't exactly flat, but there is a good social fire ring and enough places to pitch several tents. Just downstream from the meadow, there is a small waterfall over some large boulders that makes a nice place to hang out (careful - the boulders can get slippery). From the trail intersection, the 4WD road goes uphill to the NW about ½ mile to an intersection. Take a left and another ½ mile up (steep) to Miller Rock, which offers 360-degree views of the area. As you have hiked away from the stream, there is no water available in this area. Taking the road the other way (across the creek) about a half mile can take you to the abandoned Greaham site, which makes an interesting destination for a day hike, but be careful to observe the public/private property boundaries here, and don't disturb or damage the buildings or other relics. Again, you are away from the stream, so bring water. Another option at this location is to camp closer to the trailhead. Between about ¼ and ½ mile from the trailhead are several good campsites. These are just far enough away that you are not exactly “car camping”, but close enough that you are not “backpacking” either. This trail is also popular with cyclists and sometimes horses. Bikes should yield to hikers, but sometimes going downhill it's hard to stop – so keep watch and be courteous. Hikers always need to yield to horses.

Submitted by: Dave Landers, Arapaho Chapter, Kola Lodge

| P a g e 47 Name of Trail or Location: Coffee Mill Trailhead to Roberts Trailhead Where it is located: near Chadron, Nebraska Trail length: 10 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: ?? Altitude Gain (Loss): 200 – 300 feet elevation gain Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Spring, summer and fall Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead:  To Coffee Mill Trailhead (from south): On Hwy 385, approximately 9 miles south of Chadron, on the west side of the highway, take Table Road (at the sign for “Open Door Church) for 1½ miles until you reach Dead Horse Road (it will be on your right as you travel west). Dead Horse Road is not well marked, nor heavily used, and it has a steep decline. Initially, it is also a narrow road and rough, but it is generally passable, except in snow or following a heavy rain. Travel on Dead Horse Road for about 5 miles past an area that resembles a saw mill. Make a sharp left turn at the brown Forest Service road trail marker (on your left), go up the incline, then across an auto gate. Park your vehicle off the trail and you’ll be able to see the trail markers from there.  To Coffee Mill Trailhead (from the north): Approximately 3 miles west of Chadron on Hwy 20, turn south onto Dead Horse Road and travel south for 5 miles. Watch for the brown Forest Service road trail marker on your right. Turn right onto this trail road and drive up the incline, then across an auto gate. Park your vehicle off the trail and you’ll be able to see the trail markers from there.  To Roberts Trailhead: Approximately 9 miles west of Chadron on Hwy 20, on the south side of the highway, turn onto Eleson Road and follow it south for 9 miles to Bethel Road. Take a left onto Bethel Road and travel east for 2 or 3 miles to Roberts Trailhead. Be aware that this road narrows and becomes rough and poorly maintained. As you approach the trailhead, you’ll be able to see the campsite and corrals. Website (if any): http://www.outdoornebraska.ne.gov/trails/pdf/PineRidge.pdf This website will bring up a four-page brochure that lists the trails and the trailheads. Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No Any water in the area has a high nitrate concentration  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No (unless otherwise posted) Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $3 per vehicle for daily use; $5 to camp overnight (which includes the day use fee) Where Obtained or Paid: At the campsite Any special regulations: Check for any posted special instructions

| P a g e 48 Please draw a map of the trail: Trail map in the brochure available at the website listed above.

Topo Map or other relevant web link: Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is a non- motorized trail only, and it is common to meet horseback riders on the trail, as well as at the campsite. Remember that the horseback riders have the right of way on the trail and that hikers should stand off the trail, and below the trail level, to allow the riders to pass.

You should bring your own potable water, and as wood is not always available, recommend you bring your own wood, as well, if you’d like a fire.

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka-Luta Chapter

| P a g e 49 Name of Trail or Location: CSU Environmental Learning Center Where it is located: Fort Collins, Colorado, northeast of Drake and Zeigler Trail length: ½ to 1½ miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 5000 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): None Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: At the curve where Drake and Zeigler Roads meet in Fort Collins, turn north onto Environmental Drive. The road will curve to the east around a pond. After crossing the railroad tracks and canal, turn north again and the road ends at the ELC parking lot. The trailhead is located at the entrance to the parking lot near the outhouse. Website (if any): http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/elc-home/ Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Free! Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link: http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/images/docs/elc/elc_map.pdf Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Several different trail paths are available, varying in length from 0.5 to over 1.5 miles. All are very easy hiking through several different ecosystem types. Very suitable for Cub Scouts and short hikes. Also located here are pens housing birds of the Rocky Mountain Raptor Progam. All is free. (see the special Cub Scout brochure at: http://warnercnr.colostate.edu/images/docs/elc/scoutbrochure.pdf)

Submitted by: Keith Olson, Cubmaster, Pack 194, Cache La Poudre District

| P a g e 50 Name of Trail or Location: Emmaline Lake Trail, Comanche Peak Wilderness Where it is located: 52 miles west of Fort Collins, Colorado Trail length: 11 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 8927 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 2063 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): July - September Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: Drive north on US 287 from Fort Collins to Ted's Place, about 10 miles, then turn west on CO 14, up Poudre Canyon, for 26 miles to Pingree Park Road. Turn south and drive another 16 miles up Pingree Park Road to the Tom Bennett Campground. The Emmaline Lake trailhead is about 1/2 mile up a rough road to a locked gate. Website (if any): http://www.resourceanalysis.com/trails/trail40/tr40.html Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link: Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This is a moderate to difficult hike. You can backpack up 5 miles to the backcountry sites below Emmaline Lake. The lake is situated in a cirque below Comanche Peak and is above treeline. Cutthroat and brook trout inhabit the lake.

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 51 Name of Trail or Location: Green Mountain Trail Where it is located: Boulder County Mountain Parks (Flagstaff, Colorado) Trail length: 4 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 6700 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 1300 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Spring thru Fall Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: Start at Realization Point Trailhead, which is near the top of Flagstaff Road. From Boulder, go west on Baseline until it turns into Flagstaff Rd. Go about 3½ miles up Flagstaff and the trailhead is on the left, across from the turn up to the Flagstaff Summit road. Website (if any): http://www.bouldercolorado.gov/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=3073&Itemid=1 922 Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): There is no fee for Boulder County residents with Boulder County registered license plates. Residents with out-of-county plates can purchase an annual permit from the Parks Department: (303) 441-3440 for more info.  Where Obtained or Paid: For non-residents, there is a fee – a $5 daily permit can be purchased at one of the self-service stations along the road (there is one at Realization Point). Any special regulations: No camping. No fires. Watch for seasonal wildlife closures (nesting raptors). Please draw a map of the trail: Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS Eldorado Springs Quad. Good trail maps and information for this whole area are available by exploring the Boulder Mountain Parks website above. http://bouldercolorado.gov/images/departments/openspace/images_trailheads/swtrmap.jpg

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: There are lots of great hikes in the Boulder mountain parks, but if you are at Camp Patiya and want to knock out Camping Merit Badge #9.b.1 (Hike up a mountain gaining 1000 vertical feet), then this hike is for you. The trailhead is just a short drive back up Flagstaff from Camp Patiya. From the parking area, go to your left and down the road thru the gate. Take the ranger trail about 1/3 mile to the Green Mountain Lodge. There are restrooms and picnic tables here. From here, follow the E.M. Greenman trail about 1½ miles to the summit where you can sign the logbook! The summit sits behind and above the Flatirons, so you get a great view of the Front Range, as well as back to the west.

Submitted by: Dave Landers, Arapaho Chapter, Kola Lodge

| P a g e 52 Name of Trail or Location: Greyrock Trail Where it is located: 20 miles northwest of Fort Collins Trail length: 6 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 5557 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 1923 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): year round Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: Drive north on US 287 from Fort Collins to Ted's Place, about 10 miles. Turn west on CO 14 and drive another 8.4 miles to the Greyrock parking lot and trailhead. Website (if any): http://www.resourceanalysis.com/trails/trail47/tr47.html Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: The Greyrock trail can be hiked as a loop. The Meadow Loop adds another mile to the hike, thereby turning your hike into a 7.5 mile loop. Some slight exposure on the Meadow Loop. Ad hoc camping is allowed once you get to the meadow from either trail. Watch out for poison ivy along the lower and mid sections! There are also excellent climbing opportunities.

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 53 Name of Trail or Location: Jim Creek Trail Where it is located: South of Jamestown, Colorado, along Jim Creek Trail length: 4 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 6000 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 500 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Summer, Fall, Winter Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: Near west end of Jamestown, CO, just past the post office, go south on dirt road to trailhead Website (if any): none Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No, but can boil or treat creek water  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot (creek water)  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No (but check county regulations for fire bans during certain times of year) Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): None Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link: Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Parking in Jamestown can be difficult. Stay on marked trails—private land elsewhere. Steep inclines. Can be challenging to less experienced hikers and, if carrying gear for overnight camping, to those not able to carry heavier backpacks.

Submitted by: Paul Bradley, Troop 268

| P a g e 54 Name of Trail or Location: Laramie Peak Where it is located: Northwest of Wheatland, Wyoming Trail length: 10½ miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 7550 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 2722 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: From Wheatland, Wyoming, drive north on I-25 to exit 94, El Rancho Road (the same exit for Camp Laramie Peak). At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn left onto Fish Creek Road for 8.9 miles. Turn left on the road toward Fletcher Park Road and follow it for 3.9 miles until you intersect with Fletcher Park Road. Turn right onto Fletcher Park Road (County Road 716), then follow it for 10.6 miles, then turn right onto Cottonwood Park Road (CR-71) and follow it another 0.9 miles, then turn left at Arapahoe Trail (FR-640). After 8.6 miles, turn right onto FR-640C (NE Yankee Draw Road) and stay on it for 1.2 miles, then turn right at Bear Creek Road (CR-77). CR-77 turns slightly left and becomes FR-671B, Pole Draw Road, but after less than a mile, once again becomes Bear Creek Road, CR-77. Stay on CR-77 for 4.1 miles from this point, then turn right onto Friend Park Road (FR-661) and follow it for 1 mile to the campground entrance. Bear left at the campground entrance and drive up the hill to reach the trailhead. A parking fee is required. Google Map from Wheatland: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Wheatland,+WY&daddr=Wheatland,+Wyo ming+82201+(Friend+Park)&geocode=FQ6zgQIdUoy-- SnJ6rEXP9dlhzGrgdBZp9TCAA%3BFQeHhAId_DS2- SHjcNwtpQZDdQ&hl=&mra=ls&sll=42.240345,- 105.497618&sspn=0.041557,0.077162&ie=UTF8&ll=42.159435,- 105.24316&spn=0.665768,1.234589&z=10 Website (if any): Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $10 (only if you use the campground). You can camp for free in the surrounding national forest as long as you spread out (i.e., dispersed camping) Where Obtained or Paid: All campsites are on a first come, first served, basis; pay campsite fee on site Any special regulations:

| P a g e 55 Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Laramie Peak is the tallest peak in the Laramie Range. Its sharp summit more than doubles the elevation of the plains at its feet. It was a prominent landmark for travelers along the Oregon Trail who could see the peak on the horizon for days, and was also the site at which a young lieutenant leading a wood- cutting detail was killed by local Native American warriors in a brief skirmish. Hiking to the summit of Laramie Peak is, perhaps, the most difficult day hike within the Medicine Bow National Forest. The grade is steep and relentless, yet it is so popular that it is often crowded during the summer months, particularly on the weekends. The first mile or so is deceivingly easy terrain. Once you reach Friend Creek, you may wish to stop for lunch there in the shade where you’ll find a footbridge, a picnic table, and a wooden bench. Once you cross the creek, however, the trail immediately steepens through a number of switchbacks. Watch for mileage markers high on the trees—they are easy to miss. Near mile 2 you’ll reach Friend Creek Falls, though the “falls” are pretty small. As you continue to gain elevation, you’ll pass from a pine forest to spruce and fir. You’ll often see grouse in this area, as well as occasional glimpses of Elk Mountain to the southwest. The peak is forested all the way to the top (final elevation is 10,272 feet), though the actual summit is a pile of rocks.

Submitted by: Karl A. Kaszuba, Council Executive Committee

| P a g e 56 Name of Trail or Location: Rainbow Lakes Trail Where it is located: Rainbow Lakes Campground, 5 miles off Peak-to-Peak Hwy (72) between Ward and Nederland, Colorado Trail length: 2 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 10,000 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 300 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Summer (road closes - usually open June to Sept) Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: About 4 ½ miles south of Ward (or 7 miles north of Nederland) on Hwy 72, you'll see a sign for the University of Colorado Mountain Research Station. Turn west here onto NF Road 298. You will pass a big parking lot for Sourdough Trailhead. Keep going – it is about 5 miles from the highway to Rainbow Lakes Campground. The road is not usually too bad, and passable with passenger vehicles, but the Forest Service does recommend a high clearance vehicle. Website (if any): http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/arnf/ Search for “Rainbow Lakes Trail”, or navigate to Recreation => Hiking => Day Hiking => Rainbow Lakes Trail Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): None for trail use. Fees do apply to use the campground (see below).  Where Obtained or Paid: On site Any special regulations: Please draw a map of the trail: Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS Ward Quad. http://www.protrails.com/trail.php?trailID=178 Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Hiking and fishing. There are a couple of trailheads here – one heads up to Arapaho Glacier, but you want the Rainbow Lakes Trail. The trail is only about one mile long, but leads you up to a series of small, clear, alpine lakes where I've found the trout are often receptive to my lures. The lakes sit just under the Continental Divide, and the views are beautiful. The trail and lakes are in the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area and there are no camping zones in this area. But Rainbow Lakes Campground is in the National Forest and looks pretty nice. The fees are $11/night. But you can also stop along the road before you get too close to the campground and camp in National Forest – make sure you can pull well off the road and be certain to observe private property signs.

Submitted by: Dave Landers, Arapaho Chapter, Kola Lodge

| P a g e 57 Name of Trail or Location: Sleepy Lion Trail Where it is located: Button Rock Preserve (near Lyons, Colorado) Trail length: 5½ miles  round trip (loop) Starting Altitude: 6000 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): 500 feet Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Year-round, but as it is not too high (elevation), it can be a good hike for early spring or late fall when higher elevations are snow-bound Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: From Lyons, take Hwy 36 N about 4 miles to County Rd 80, turn left on CR80, then go about 3 miles to the parking area at the gate. Website (if any): http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/parks/fishing/buttonrock.htm Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): None Any special regulations: No Camping. No swimming. Special city of Longmont fishing permit required Topo Map or other relevant web link: USGS, Lyons Quad http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=73303 http://www.ci.longmont.co.us/parks/fishing/buttonrock.htm

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: From the gate (parking lot), go up the road (eastward). You'll parallel the N. St. Vrain creek, and walk by the Longmont Reservoir dam. About 3/4-mile or so up the road, take the Sleepy Lion trail to the left (south). This trail will loop around through Pine and Fir forest, cross a meadow, and join up with an old road which will take you down to the base of the dam. From the dam, return to the gate via the road. The dam has a pretty impressive water jet (at least in the spring) out of the bottom of the dam feeding the river. For a longer exploration, go up the dam and hike around the Ralph Price Reservoir (you need a special Longmont fishing permit to fish here, however). This makes a great hike for the 2nd Class hike as it meets the 5-mile requirement, and along the way you should be able to do map/compass and plant identification and probably animal identification, especially in the meadow area. And that water jet is just plain cool.

Submitted by: Dave Landers, Arapaho Chapter, Kola Lodge

| P a g e 58 Campgrounds and Campsites

Many of us initially joined Boy Scouts, at least in part, for the opportunity it provides to go camping with our friends. There’s just something about sleeping outdoors, whether in a tent or under the stars, that appeals to our inner being. Its beauty and wonder awakens something very spiritual in the very depths of our souls.

We are blessed in our area to have an abundance of locations in which to camp. National parks, national forests, state and local parks all offer us the opportunity to experience nature the way we were meant to.

So, take advantage of what we have been given. Get out with your Scout unit into the outdoors and get out often. Every Scout troop should camp at least once each month, all twelve months of the year. Winter camping offers its own challenges, but it also has its own beauty and charms—and it helps us learn to survive even in the harshest of conditions should we ever find ourselves in such a predicament.

| P a g e 59 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Buckhorn Ranger Station Where it is located: N 40.58026 and W -105.46805 near Masonville, Colorado, on CR 44H Detailed Directions to get there: From Loveland, drive west on US34 to N Co Rd 27, then north to Masonville (about 5 miles). Take the left fork continuing on N Co Rd 27 another 13 miles to CR44H (Buckhorn Rd) for another 3 "winding" miles on 44H. Buckhorn Ranger Station is on the left. Camp 1/4 mile from the road. Website (if any): http://www.fs.usda.gov/Arp - then search for Buckhorn Ranger Station Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): camping, hiking, and wilderness survival Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much):  Where Obtained or Paid:  Any special regulations: Camp 1/4 mile off the main road, obey all signs/zoning (many adjacent private lands) Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link: http://www.topozone.com/map.asp?lon=- 105.4680495&lat=40.5802601&datum=nad83

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Primitive camp -- no facilities, Ranger Station is abandoned. Great hikes, motorbike trails (Donner Pass Trail and Lookout Mountain Trail). Call Canyon Lakes Ranger District: 970-295-6700 for road closures, especially 44H, which can be muddy and unusable for 2WD vehicles, and for OHV requirements. Can filter stream water for drinking. PAY ATTENTION TO PRIVATE PROPERTY SIGNAGE. http://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/!ut/p/c4/04_SB8K8xLLM9MSSzPy8xBz9CP0os3gDfx MDT8MwRydLA1cj72BTJw8jAwjQL8h2VAQAzHJMsQ!!/?ss=110210&navtype=BROWSEBYS UBJECT&cid=FSE_003714&navid=110160000000000&pnavid=110000000000000&position=BRO WSEBYSUBJECT&recid=36765&actid=51&ttype=recarea&pname=Arapaho%2520&%2520Roose velt%2520National%2520Forests%2520Pawnee%2520National%2520Grassland%2520- %2520Donner%2520Pass%2520Trail%2520(

Submitted by: Ed Gage, District Program Chairman, Three Rivers District

| P a g e 60 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Chalk Creek Campground Where it is located: 11430 County Road 197A, Nathrop, CO 81236-8759 (719) 395-8301 Detailed Directions to get there: 125 miles south of Denver on Highway 285, just south of Buena Vista Website (if any): http://www.chalkcreek-campground.com/ Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: 719-395-8301 Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Rafting. There are outfitters close by that will put together 1/2 or full day trips and will provide all transportation and equipment. Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Group rate at $8 per camper per night or individual sites ranging in price.  Where Obtained or Paid: On site.  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Boulder,+CO&daddr=11430+County+Road +197A,+Nathrop,+CO+81236- 8759+(Chalk+Creek+Campground)&hl=en&geocode=FYqUYgId7rK5- SnTr40nTo1rhzFYgBugfDs5yA%3BFQkvTwId9VOt-SGlFpGyjzpUpQ&mra=ls&sll=38.771752,- 106.081238&sspn=0.112154,0.219383&ie=UTF8&ll=39.330049,- 105.644531&spn=1.886531,3.510132&z=8

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Site T-12 is a group site. It will accommodate 40+ campers. The site is along a 20-foot-wide stream that is perfect for wading and swimming. The facility is a structured campground, but T-12 is on the far end of the park, pretty well separated from everyone else. There are activities around the campground, a playground, and lots of open meadow space for activities. We have found that this is a great Scout/family outing to take a large group rafting on Browns Canyon. Because there are other campsites nearby, you could even invite other family members with RV or popup-type campers to attend and keep those vehicles separated from the main body of your Scout group.

Submitted by: Mark S. Spangler, Scoutmaster, Troop 278

| P a g e 61 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Fort Robinson State Park Where it is located: 3 miles west of Crawford, Nebraska Detailed Directions to get there: Nebraska Highway 20 runs right through the center of the park Website (if any): http://www.stateparks.com/fort_robinson Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Reservations required for cabins, but no reservations required for tent camping. Call (402) 471-1414, or make reservations online at the web address above. Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites: 125  Tables:  Restrooms with showers   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): hiking, geocaching, canoe or tube river, multiple museums, post playhouse, horseback riding, hay rides, jeep tours of area Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): No entrance fee. Activity fees vary according to the individual activity—call for current prices. Small discount on campsites sometimes given if you let them know you are a Scout group.  Where Obtained or Paid: Main office on site.  Any special regulations: State parks regulations—contact main office. Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: The annual Longs Peak Council Tree Plant at Fort Robinson is generally the first weekend in April. An intertribal powwow is held in June. The rodeo in Crawford is held over the July 4th holiday.

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka Luta Chapter

| P a g e 62 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Great Sand Dunes Where it is located: Mosca, Colorado (near Alamosa, CO) Detailed Directions to get there: I-25 south to US 160, then west to CO 150 North to Dunes Website (if any): http://www.nps.gov/grsa Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: http://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/feesandreservations.htm Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Sand dunes hiking, boarding, stream play (beach-like), sleep on dunes under the stars Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $3 per adult (age 16 and older)  Where Obtained or Paid: Park entrance  Any special regulations: National Parks regulations Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Great+Sand+Dunes+National +Park,+CO&sll=37.728366,- 105.641098&sspn=0.344314,0.604935&ie=UTF8&hq=Great+Sand+Dunes+National+Park&hnear= Great+Sand+Dunes+National+Park,+Mosca,+Alamosa,+Colorado+81146&ll=37.72728,- 105.641098&spn=0.344319,0.604935&z=11&iwloc=B

Topo Map or other relevant web link: http://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/images/grsa_area_map.jpg

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information:

Submitted by: Scott E. Davis, Scoutmaster, Troop 264

| P a g e 63 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Horsetooth Reservoir Park, South Bay Campground Where it is located: Just west of Fort Collins Detailed Directions to get there: Drive west on Harmony Road in Fort Collins. The road will turn into County Rd 38e. The South Bay Campground entrance will be at far south end of reservoir, about 3 miles out of town. Website (if any): http://www.co.larimer.co.us/parks/Horsetooth.htm Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Larimer County Parks Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites: 72  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): A great place to camp for free (please do some service—a good turn--for the park) for a “New Scout-type” campout during the off season. Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): A daily pass is $6. Camping is $14/night and may require a reservation fee; however, if a Scout unit performs service for the park during the off-season, camping is free.  Where Obtained or Paid: Larimer County Parks  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information:

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 64 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Jack’s Gulch Where it is located: Pingree Park Road, Poudre Canyon, NW of Fort Collins, Colorado Detailed Directions to get there: Drive north on US 287 from Fort Collins about 10 miles. Turn west on CO14 up the Poudre Canyon about 31 miles, then travel south on Pingree Park Road about 6.4 miles to the campground. Website (if any): http://campincolorado.com/federal/arapaho_roosevelt_nf/jacks_gulch/jacks_gulch.htmlu Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites: 70  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Hiking in Comanche Peak Wilderness and Arapaho National Forest Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $18 for no-hookups. Half price when water is off.  Where Obtained or Paid: US Forest Service  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: http://www.fs.fed.us/r2/arnf/recreation/camping-picnicking/developed/clrd/jacks-gulch.shtml

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 65 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Jackson Lake State Park Where it is located: Near Orchard, Colorado Detailed Directions to get there: Drive east on Colorado Highway 34 from Greeley, Colorado, then turn north onto Colorado 144. Drive 7 miles to T-intersection at Goodrich and turn left (north). Drive 1/2 mile past Goodrich to another T-intersection, then turn left (west) on County Rd Y.5 which will take you to the lake. Website (if any): http://parks.state.co.us/parks/jacksonlake/Pages/jackson%20lake%20main.aspx Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Jackson Lake State Park Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Daily pass is $6. Camping is $16/night plus a $10 reservation fee.  Where Obtained or Paid: Jackson Lake State Park  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information:

Submitted by: Kelley Wittmeyer, Troop 12, Fort Collins

| P a g e 66 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Lake McConaughy Where it is located: Ogallala, Nebraska Detailed Directions to get there: East on I-80 from Cheyenne, WY, for 170 miles, then 12 miles north to Lake McConaughy Website (if any): http://www.lakemcconaughy.com/ Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: http://nebraskastateparks.reserveamerica.com/ Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Park permit $4 a day per vehicle, Camping $7 for primitive camping (per vehicle depending on ranger).  Where Obtained or Paid: On site (self-registration)  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=McConaughy+Lake,+NE&sll =37.0625,- 95.677068&sspn=55.279921,115.488281&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=McConaughy+Lake&ll=41.22876 5,-101.740952&spn=0.415198,0.902252&z=11

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Great fishing early summer, great boating if not windy. Camp on beach by water, but get there on Thursday or early Friday to get a good spot. Great beaches on north and south side of lake. Contact rangers for best spots for the time of year you are going. Can be very crowded on some weekends.

Submitted by: Ted Tietjen, Scoutmaster, Troop 102, Cheyenne, WY

| P a g e 67 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Long Scraggy Mountain Ranch Where it is located: near Denver, Colorado Detailed Directions to get there: Take 285 West out of Denver past Conifer and turn south on Hwy 67 to Pine, Buffalo and Deckers. Then it is just about 12 miles past Deckers, on the left on your way to Woodland Park. (Almost on the Douglas/Teller Counties line) Watch for it closely as it is easy to miss! Website (if any): http://www.longscraggy.org Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: (303) 838-7770 Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)  Marked campsites: 7  Tables:  Restrooms:  Cabins can sleep up to 128  Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): see below in comments Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $22.00 per person per night; other fee schedule may apply depending upon your group and its size, so check with the ranch when making reservations  Where Obtained or Paid: (303) 838-7770  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=&q=20203+Spring+Creek+Trail%0D%0A%0D%0AP.O.+Box+32 3%0D%0A%0D%0ABuffalo+Creek%2C+Co.+80425&sourceid=navclient- ff&rlz=1B3MOZA_enUS353US353&ie=UTF-8

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: This PRIVATE Christian Ranch is just rustic enough to be a complete blast! Long Scraggy Mountain Ranch offers facilities for children’s camps, family or group camping, church conferences, and family reunions. Rustic cabins and bunkhouses are available as well as the comfortable four-unit Pines lodge, each with a private bath. The Roundhouse, the heart of Long Scraggy, provides a dining hall, kitchen and lounger area with a stone fireplace. A beautiful enclosed swimming pool is available April through October.

The last time we visited, we used their craft house, Hillside Pow-Wow site, rifle range, archery range, flag pole, hiking trails to petroglyphs, horseback trails, horseshoe pits, fire pit cooking, chapel, covered/enclosed swimming pool, log roundhouse dining hall and kitchen, leaders' log cabins and log bunkhouses, log shower/bath houses. We also went fishing.

Submitted by: Pate Humphrey, Pack 501, Yuma, CO

| P a g e 68 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Moraine Park Campground Where it is located: Rocky Mountain National Park Detailed Directions to get there: From the Beaver Meadows Entrance Station to the RMNP (go through Estes Park and follow the signs), take the first left on Bear Lake Road, then follow the signs to the campground. Website (if any): http://www.recreation.gov, then search for “Moraine Park” Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: http://www.recreation.gov Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Horseback Riding through Hi Country Stables (located next to campground) Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): See RMNP entrance fees in that section above. Additionally, camping is $20 per site.  Where Obtained or Paid: Online (see above) or at campground  Any special regulations: National Parks regulations (see http://www.nps.gov/romo/)

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Located near park shuttle bus stop that runs to major trailheads. Cub Lake and Fern Lake Trailheads are nearby within walking distance. Recommended campsites for best views: A64, A65, A66, D141, D143, D145, D147, and D149

Submitted by: John Williams, Pack 673

| P a g e 69 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Pawnee Campground Where it is located: 5 miles west of Ward, Colorado Detailed Directions to get there: Starting from Boulder, CO, take Hwy 119 to Nederland. Turn north on the Peak-to-Peak Highway (Hwy 72). Turn left at the sign, then proceed 5 miles to the campground. Website (if any): http://www.us-parks.com/camping/pawnee-campground.html Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: see website above Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $17 per night, plus a booking charge of approximately $9  Where Obtained or Paid: online at website above, or at campground  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: This is located near the Brainard Lakes and Indian Peaks Wilderness Area which has extensive and beautiful hiking trails.

Submitted by: John Williams, Pack 673

| P a g e 70 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Pike Pole/Pickeroon Campground Where it is located: On the North Platte River, Wyoming Detailed Directions to get there: From Laramie, take WY 130 west 21.7 miles to WY 11. Turn left and go 13 miles to Albany. From Albany, take Forest Route 500 (FR 500) for 2.8 miles to Keystone sign at FR 542. Continue west, first on FR 511, then on FR 512 (same road), for about 12 miles. These two campgrounds are right next to each other. If you have four wheel drive you can travel southeast of Encampment about 16 miles on WY 230 and then east on FR 3423 about 4 miles. Website (if any): http://www.publiclands.org/explore/site.php?id=1513 Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites: 14  Tables: 14  Restrooms: 1   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Wildlife viewing (mountain goats are routinely spotted passing through) and day hikes Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): None  Where Obtained or Paid:  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: These sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and during fishing season can be busy. Campsites are not maintained, so beware of tall grasses and lots of mosquitos during the summer. Douglas Creek Trailhead is located here.

Submitted by: Jon Larsen, High Altitude District Commissioner

| P a g e 71 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Smith Lake Wildlife Management Area Where it is located: North of Lakeside, Nebraska, and south of Rushville, NE, on Nebraska State Hwy 20 Detailed Directions to get there: Driving on Hwy 20 toward Lakeside, turn north on State Hwy 250. The wildlife management area will be located on your left, just off the highway, approximately 25 miles north of Lakeside. An alternative route follows Hwy 2 to Rushville, then south on Hwy 250 approximately 20 miles. Website (if any): Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms (primitive outhouse)   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): hiking Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No (but check for fire ban)  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Check for the latest fees posted on site, but approximately $6 per person.  Where Obtained or Paid: on site  Any special regulations: posted on site Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Excellent ice fishing. Poor cell phone reception in this area (i.e., have a plan in case of emergency). No water available, so you’ll need to bring your own. Camping facilities are located on the east side of the lake, just off the highway.

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka-Luta Chapter

| P a g e 72 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Swift Ponds (part of Colorado Youth Outdoors) Where it is located: SE Fort Collins, Colorado (at Kechter and I-25) Detailed Directions to get there: From Harmony & Ziegler (HP, Intel, AMD) in Fort Collins, go south on Ziegler to the roundabout (1 mile); then go 3/4 of the way around the roundabout to exit going east on Kechter. Travel about 2 miles on Kechter, going over I-25. The gate will be on your right (south) side, 2/3 of the way from I-25 to CR 5. Website (if any): http://www.coloradoyo.org/swiftponds.asp Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Colorado Youth Outdoors. You will need your unit’s tax exemption number for nonprofit organizations and they will accept the council insurance. Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables: 3  Restrooms: 1   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Free  Where Obtained or Paid:  Any special regulations: Fishing is catch and release only—no live bait permitted. No fishing license required. Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Fort+Collins&state=CO&address=%5B5800- 6299%5D+Ponds+Dr&zipcode=80528&country=US&latitude=40.50302&longitude=- 104.98727&geocode=BLOCK

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: This camping location is not far from home, and it’s a nice clean facility. There is no running water, but if your Pack is located nearby, you can normally get the water requirement waived. You are only one mile south of Wal-Mart, so if you forget anything, you are close to civilization. It is an easy commute, so it is great for Cub Scouts who have lots of activities the next day. It is also a great first-time camping opportunity.

Submitted by: Karen Poehlman, Pack 192

| P a g e 73 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Toadstool Park Where it is located: Approximately 18 miles north and west of Crawford, Nebraska Detailed Directions to get there: Drive north on Hwy 2 from Crawford. Approximately 5 miles north, turn left (west) onto a dirt road. Follow the signs another 3 miles to the park. Website (if any): http://www.nebraskatravels.com/toadstool Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): There is a 3-mile hike (each way) on a well-marked trail to Hudson-Meng Bison Bone Bed. Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $3 per vehicle; $5 per camping unit. The day use fee is included.  Where Obtained or Paid: On site.  Any special regulations: Collection of fossils is strictly prohibited. Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=crawford,+ne&daddr=Harrison,+Nebraska+6 9346+(Toadstool+Campground)&hl=&geocode=FZBKiwIdIwzW-Sm9zY- cLzZ7hzEFrWys0__WAw%3BFfT1jQIdsG7T-SG1FXNlns9sIQ&mra=ls&sll=42.834688,- 103.489838&sspn=0.329308,0.617294&ie=UTF8&ll=42.776755,- 103.493958&spn=0.329617,0.617294&z=11 Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Bring your own water and your own firewood. Roads turn to “gumbo” when it rains. There is a bed & breakfast with a restaurant approximately 5 miles away on the road that takes one to the Hudson-Meng Bison Bone Bed (http://www.humanpaleo.org/images/hmloc.jpg).

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka-Luta Chapter

| P a g e 74 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Veedauwoo/Routt National Forest Where it is located: 25 miles west of Cheyenne Detailed Directions to get there: West on Happy Jack Road (about 25 miles) to service road 700, or take I-80 to the Veedauwoo exit. Find camping spot off one of the side roads that is not occupied. Website (if any): http://www.wyomingtourism.org/overview/Vedauwoo-Campground/4590 Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites: 14  Tables:  Restrooms:   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter Note: Open May 15th to Nov 1st.  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): Rock climbing, hiking Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much):  Where Obtained or Paid:  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=&sll=41.195061,- 105.335884&sspn=0.103853,0.225563&ie=UTF8&ll=41.195577,- 105.370388&spn=0.103852,0.225563&z=13

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Very popular during the summer time. Have someone go out early on Friday to find and hold a spot.

Submitted by: Ted Tietjen, Scoutmaster, Troop 102, Cheyenne, WY

| P a g e 75 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Walgren Lake State Recreation Area Where it is located: South of Haysprings, Nebraska Detailed Directions to get there: 2½ miles past Hay Springs on Nebraska State Hwy 20, then 2½ miles south Walgren Lake Road Website (if any): Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)   Marked campsites:  Tables:  Restrooms (primitive)   Fire Rings:  Cooking Grills:  Public Phone Water Availability and Use  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool  Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): hiking Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No (check for fire ban)  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): $3 entrance fee, plus $6 per person  Where Obtained or Paid: on site  Any special regulations: Check posted regulations Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=Walgren+Lake+State+Recreatio n+Area,+Hay+Springs,+Nebraska+69347&sll=37.0625,- 95.677068&sspn=45.284089,79.013672&ie=UTF8&hq=Walgren+Lake+State+Recreation+Area&hn ear=Walgren+Lake+State+Recreation+Area,+Hay+Springs,+Sheridan,+Nebraska+69347&z=15

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Walgren Lake is also very popular with fishermen

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka-Luta Chapter

| P a g e 76 Boating, Canoeing, and Waterways

Introduction. When someone mentions boating, many think of beaches, oceans, and the Gulf of Mexico. But those of us fortunate to live in this area instead think of lakes, rivers, canoeing, and whitewater rafting!

The South and North Platte, the Niobrara, the Green, and the Wind Rivers, to name just a few, offer some of the most scenic views of the West, as well as abundant camping and fishing opportunities. And what better way to experience it than from a canoe, kayak, raft, or even an old inner tube?

| P a g e 77 Name of Trail or Location: North Platte River Float Trip (Corral Creek to Treasure Island) Where it is located: Southern Wyoming Trail length: 13.39 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 7200 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): -240 feet (altitude loss) Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Late June to early July Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead:  From the Colorado/Wyoming state line: From Colorado State Road 125 north of Walden, Colorado (becomes Wyoming State Road 230 as you cross the state line), drive 23 miles north to French Creek Road (County Road 201) and turn right (north) onto French Creek Road. After 0.4 miles, turn right onto Holmes Road (CR 660) and travel 0.75 miles where it becomes Bennett Peak Road. Follow this road for 11 miles. This road twists and turns, but stay on it until you turn north onto the road leading to Corral Creek/ Bennett Peak campground. Follow this road for 5.24 miles, then turn west onto the road to Corral Creek campground.  From Saratoga, Wyoming: Travel south on Wyoming State Road 230 to French Creek Road and follow the directions above. The campground is 23 miles from Hack's Tackle Shop. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=saratoga,+wy&sll=42.81 5551,- 103.062744&sspn=0.65882,1.234589&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Saratoga,+Carbon,+Wyoming &ll=41.220502,-106.574678&spn=0.042222,0.077162&t=p&z=14 Website (if any): Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Land only in Green areas along river. Stay in canoe through Red marked areas. Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:  Upper North Platte River Float map (Routt, Colorado, to Seminoe Reservoir, WY.)  Topo maps: WY-Carbon CO. 7.5 min. Ryan Park, Cow Creek

| P a g e 78 Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: Start at Corral Creek Campground (this is a free campground). Travel with the river, staying to the left of all large islands. This will help you find the next campsite at Treasure Island fishing and camping area.This camp area will be on the left side of the river. This is the start of a 66-mile canoe trip. This trip can be made in small lengths or you can do the whole trip at one time.

Although we do not endorse any particular outfitter, one source for river information is Hack's Tackle & Outfitter. They can give you up-to-date looks at the river. Phone 307-326-9823, email: [email protected]

If you are doing full 66 miles of the river, you can get picked up at I-80. If you are only going as far as Treasure Island, you can get vehicles into the fishing area. Directions into Treasure Island camping and fishing area: From Saratoga, drive south on WY-130 to Cow Creek Road, then turn east until you reach the fishing area.

Submitted by: Bill Colby, OA Chapter Adviser, Mountain Eagle Chapter

Name of Trail or Location: North Platte River Float Trip (Treasure Island to Saratoga) Where it is located: Southern Wyoming Trail length: 12.49 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 6960 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): -180 feet (altitude loss) Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Late June to early July Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead:  From Saratoga, Wyoming: Travel south on Wyoming State Road 230 to Cow Creek Road. Turn east and follow this road to the fishing area. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=saratoga,+wy&sll=4 =42.815551,- 103.062744&sspn=0.65882,1.234589&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Saratoga,+Carbon,+Wyo ming&ll=41.33274,-106.744537&spn=0.04215,0.077162&t=p&z=14 Website (if any): Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No

| P a g e 79 Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): If you camp here, there is a fee. Check with the campground for current fees before beginning your trip. Where Obtained or Paid: On site. Any special regulations: Land only in Green areas along river. Stay in canoe through Red marked areas. Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:  Upper North Platte River Float map (Routt, Colorado, to Seminoe Reservoir, WY.)  Topo maps: WY-Carbon CO. 7.5 min. Cow Creek, Finley Reservoir, and Saratoga maps.

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: This part of the trip is designated “Red” because of the in-town section of the river that can give you trouble. Just stay to main channel as you paddle through. At 11.18 miles you will come to the one location that can indeed be troublesome. This is a good place to rope portage if the water is not deep enough to be able to run it, but it takes some skill. Have less experienced canoeists rope portage the canoe. Once you are past this spot, look to the left shore. You are in Sarratoga. You will see the swimming pool and hot spring. This is a fun layover, but you have to camp in the private campground just past the second bridge on the left. If you don’t mind walking, you can resupply your food. This is also a good place to provide a treat for your crew with a restaurant meal. A grocer is located west of the river and about a mile’s walk on WY-130, just past the airport.

For your crew’s daily good turn, this is also a good place to pick up trash along the river bank and then you can soak in the hot spring. Another interesting opportunity is to visit the museum on the south side of WY-130. This visit will give you and your crew a nice look at the history of the area.

Submitted by: Bill Colby, OA Chapter Adviser, Mountain Eagle Chapter

Name of Trail or Location: North Platte River Float Trip (Saratoga to Pick Bridge) Where it is located: Southern Wyoming Trail length: 10.21 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 6780 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): -80 feet (altitude loss) Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Late June to early July Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: On the west side of WY-130 in Saratoga, WY. http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=Pick+Bridge,+Saratoga,+WY&s ll=41.542728,- 106.87417&sspn=0.084027,0.154324&g=Pick+Bridge+Road,+Saratoga,+WY&ie=UTF8&hq=Pick+ Bridge&hnear=Pick+Bridge,+Saratoga,+Carbon,+Wyoming+82331&ll=41.539422,- 106.881351&spn=0.021008,0.038581&t=p&z=15 Website (if any):

| P a g e 80 Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Camp only in the public area between the green signs. Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Land only in Green areas along river. Stay in canoe through Red marked areas. Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:  Upper North Platte River Float map (Routt, Colorado, to Seminoe Reservoir, WY.)  Topo maps: WY-Carbon CO. 7.5 min. Saratoga, Overland, and Overland Crossing maps.

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: There are camping areas all along this river. Just remember that you must land only in the Green zones.

Submitted by: Bill Colby, OA Chapter Adviser, Mountain Eagle Chapter

Name of Trail or Location: North Platte River Float Trip (Pick Bridge to I-80 takeout) Where it is located: Southern Wyoming Trail length: 33.22 miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required) Starting Altitude: 6700 feet Altitude Gain (Loss): -200 feet (altitude loss) Preferred season (which months or seasons?): Late June to early July Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous Directions to trailhead: From I-80, take exit 235 and drive south to Pick Bridge Road: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=Pick+Bridge,+Saratoga,+WY&s ll=41.542728,- 106.87417&sspn=0.084027,0.154324&g=Pick+Bridge+Road,+Saratoga,+WY&ie=UTF8&hq=Pick+ Bridge&hnear=Pick+Bridge,+Saratoga,+Carbon,+Wyoming+82331&ll=41.539422,- 106.881351&spn=0.021008,0.038581&t=p&z=15 Website (if any): Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail:  Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail:

| P a g e 81  Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No  No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter  Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot  Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Camp only in the public area between the green signs. Where Obtained or Paid: Any special regulations: Land only between green signs. Camp only where the established campsites are found. Once you are past the Overland trail crossing you will not have a meeting place until I-80: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=&geocode=&q=exit+235,+I- 80,+Saratoga,+WY&sll=41.75044,- 106.952977&sspn=0.020939,0.038581&ie=UTF8&ll=41.750504,- 106.952977&spn=0.020939,0.038581&z=15 Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link:  Upper North Platte River Float map (Routt, Colorado, to Seminoe Reservoir, WY.)  Topo maps: WY-Carbon CO. 7.5 min. Overland Crossing and Savage Ranch maps.

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: At 7.35 miles, you will come to Johnson Island. On the right shore of the river, you will see some cliffs. Look closely and you'll see smudges on the rocks. Land your canoes in the green area and walk up to the top of the bluff. This is a historical landmark, part of the Overland trail. If you look to the north side, you’ll be looking down on the crossing of the Overland Trail itself. Across the river, there was a skirmish between Native American warriors and cavalry soldiers. The island itself was once used as a corral to hold horses. You can find more information by looking up Overland stage coach trail crossing on the North Platte River.

This is a longest part of the trip and have just traveled through the Ox Bow, the most beautiful portion of your trip. You can camp on the right side of the river. WARNING: THERE ARE RATTLESNAKES in and around this campsite, so be vigilant and exercise care.

If you would like to meet people at Overland Crossing, there is a road into this area. Have them turn off west of WY-130 on Johnson Island Road. The Ox Bow is 20 miles from Pick Bridge, but there are no roads to that campground. To get to the next and last takeout for this canoe trip, you must go to Interstate 80, 13.22 miles from the Ox Bow campsite.

Submitted by: Bill Colby, OA Chapter Adviser, Mountain Eagle Chapter

| P a g e 82 Name of Facility/Campground/Location: Niobrara National Scenic River Where it is located: Valentine, Nebraska Detailed Directions to get there: Take Nebraska Hwy 20 about 150 miles east of Chadron, just south of the Nebraska/South Dakota state line. Website (if any): http://heartcity.com/niobrara-scenic-river See also, http://www.outdoornebraska.ne.gov and http://www.niobrarariverguide.com Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: Reservations strongly recommended— make them with a licensed outfitter. If you don’t use an outfitter, be sure to check on fees at the location where you put into the river or camp.

Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify): canoe, tube, or kayak the river Permits/Use Fees/Regulations  Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): Fees depend upon which outfitter you choose, if you use an outfitter at all  Where Obtained or Paid: At the outfitter of your choice. Some of the outfitters available: Little Outlaw Canoe, Ltd; Graham Canoe Outfitters; Rock Barn Outfitters; Niobrara River Ranch. Note: Neither the BSA, nor Longs Peak Council or Kola Lodge, endorse any of these, or any other particular outfitter or commercial business, nor does an outfitter’s omission from this list imply that another is not equally qualified. Each unit should investigate the experience of individual outfitters, ensuring that the outfitter chosen is properly licensed.  Any special regulations: Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&ie=UTF8&ll=42.884015,- 100.362854&spn=0.241501,0.439453&t=p&z=11&source=embed

Topo Map or other relevant web link:

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: Area attractions include Merritt Reservoir, Fort Niobrara, St. Francis Memorial Lakota Museum (north of Kilgore), Niobrara River and Smith Falls, Valentine National Wildlife Refuge, Samuel R. McKelvey National Forest, Smith Falls State Park, Arthur Bowring Ranch, and Cowboy Trail (a hike or bicycle path on a former railroad bed from Chadron to Norfolk).

This is a fantastic trip in that there are such a variety of things to do, including hiking, bicycling, canoeing, fishing, and more. In August, you can join in at Merritt Reservoir for the largest star gazing event in this area. Each location and event has its own website, but a good starting place is http://www.heartcity.com/.

Submitted by: Karen Donker, OA Chapter Adviser, Wiyaka-Luta Chapter

| P a g e 83 NATIONAL HIGH ADVENTURE BASES

Philmont Scout Ranch Philmont Scout Ranch 17 Deer Run Road Cimarron, NM 87714 Philmont Scout Ranch is a national camping area, Phone: (505) 376-2280 owned and operated by the Boy Scouts of America. http://www.philmontscoutranch.org Philmont is large, comprising 137,493 acres or about 215 square miles of rugged mountain wilderness in the Sangre de Cristo range of the Rockies. 32 staffed camps and 50 unstaffed camps are operated by the ranch. Philmont has high mountains which dominate rough terrain with an elevation ranging from 6,500 to 12,441 feet. If you are interested in your unit attending Philmont in the future, you should consider planning your trip 18 to 24 months in advance. Please see the Philmont Scout Ranch website or call the Ranch at the number above for the latest information.

Northern Tier National High Adventure Base Northern Tier National High Adventure Base From June to September, Northern Tier offers Scouts the 14798 Moose Lake Road best in wilderness canoeing treks. The Northern Tier has P.O. Box 509 several adventures, each with a different character. The Ely, MN 55731 Phone: (505) 376-2280 treks vary from 6 to 10 days and will take you from areas Reservations: (218) 365-4811 on both sides of the United States/Canadian border. http://www.ntier.org See the Northern Tier website for details on what may be available to you.

Florida Sea Base Florida Sea Base P.O. Box 1906 The Florida National High Adventure Sea Base is owned Islamorada, FL 33036 and operated by the National Council of the Boy Scouts Phone: (305) 664-4173 of America to offer unique educational aquatic programs http://www.bsaseabase.org to Scouts. Located in Islamorada, the heart of the Florida Keys, the near shore reefs offer unparalleled opportunities for long-term and short-term programs year round. Snorkeling, SCUBA, boating, and beach camping are among the many possibilities.

| P a g e 84 Appendix Forms, Flyers, and Awards

| P a g e 85 GREGG BOUNDARY TRAIL AWARD

The Gregg Boundary Trail Award is available to Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and adult Scouters who hike the entire Gregg Boundary Trail. The trail is located at the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch where it takes a route near the ranch's perimeter boundary. Hikers may circumambulate the trail in one trip, or in a series of trips, at their discretion, over whatever time period they select.

The Gregg Boundary Trail, and the award, are named after Scouter Ben Gregg, Sr., of Loveland, Colorado. He was very involved in the efforts to acquire the property for the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, and he served for many years as a key member of the Longs Peak Council board of directors, where he championed the needs of the ranch.

TRAIL MARKINGS

The trail is marked with plastic orange colored diamonds in both a clockwise and counter clockwise direction. Over 1,000 orange markers have been placed on the trail, and these are normally maintained by the summer staff of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base. At times markings may become obscured by growing tree branches, or trees with markings may fall in windstorms. It is always important to keep a shape eye out for the next marking!

One section of the trail, in the northeast part of the ranch, actually goes off of council property. Since this is not council property, the orange marking are not placed on this part of the route. However, the trail is well worn in this area, and should be easy to follow.

TRAIL ROUTE

The approximately ten (10) mile trail route does not come into the main part of camping areas since it is a "boundary" trail. Hikers can use yellow markers in a diamond shape to reach sections of the Gregg Boundary Trail. Obtaining the latest Ben Delatour Scout Ranch Map is always to good idea. This map is normally updated every two years, and copies are available for sale at summer camp trading posts, and at the Farr Service Center Trading Post in Greeley.

The Gregg Boundary Trail does change its routing at times as trail work dictates better routes, and as efforts are made to make the trail more interesting. Be aware that, in hiking the entire trail. the Elkhorn Creek will need to be crossed at least twice during your trek. The trail can make some really good steep climbs, especially in the Elkhorn Valley.

| P a g e 86 TRAIL ETIQUETTE

While on the Gregg Boundary Trail please remember the following:

1. Never hike with a group of less than four (4) hikers. 2. BSA Youth Protection rules must be followed. 3. One person must be first aid certified. 4. Keep on the trail - do not cut switchbacks! 5. No fires in the backcountry of BDSR! Use stoves. 6. Check out at a trail register during summer camp sessions, and check back in at the same register. 7. Obey private property postings! Keep on council property, and do not climb fences to enter private property. 8. Watch for wildlife, including: rattlesnakes, badgers, black bears, mule deer, elk, eagles, and more. Please do not disturb them! 9. Keep gates closed! 10. Take plenty of drinking water on the trail as drinking water is not available in the backcountry.

TRAIL AWARDS

Qualification for a Gregg Boundary Trail Award is determined by the Scout's Scoutmaster, or other unit leader. Three types of awards may be purchased from a summer camp trading post, or from the Farr Service Center Trading Post in Greeley:

Trail Medal - This medal on a ribbon may be worn on the Scout's uniform shirt pinned above the left shirt pocket so that it hangs over the pocket flap.

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Trail Patch - This embroidered patch my be worn on the Scout's uniform shirt stitched on the right pocket as a "temporary" patch, or sewn to a patch blanket or backpack.

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Trail Medallion - This metal tag is designed to be nailed to a hiking staff.

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| P a g e 87 Old West Trails Hiking Award A special Longs Peak Council hiking award to encourage Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Explorers, adult Scouters and the public to explore the heritage of America's Old West Trails:  Oregon Trail  Overland Trail  Pony Express Trail  Ute Trail  Mormon Trail  Zimmerman Stage Trail

How The Award is Earned

1. Locate and study the history of one of the Old West Trails: Oregon Trail, Pony Express Trail, Mormon Trail, Overland Trail or Zimmerman Stage Trail. 2. Hike or camp along part of one of the above Old West Trails. 3. Give a personal report of your trail experience to a community group. 4. Complete the Trail Application and Report, and forward it to the Longs Peak Council (as indicated on the application form) within 90 days of completion of your hike or camp experience.

Award

A handsome cast bronze medal suspended from a ribbon. It may be worn over the left pocket of the Scout uniform. Please use this application. (in format.)

Trail Information

Visit your public library, local historical museum, or check the world wide web to research trail information and history.

Information about the trails that are a part of the Old West Trails program can be obtained from the following sources:

Pony Express Trail www.nps.gov/poex Oregon Trail www.isu.edu/~trinmich/Oregontrail.html Morman Trail www.pbs.org/trailofhope Overland Trail www.over-land.com Ute Trail http://resourceanalysis.com/rmnp/ute_tr/ute.html Zimmerman Stage Trail See information immediately following

Information about trails from across America can be obtained on the National Trails Site at www.nationstrails.com

| P a g e 88 The Zimmerman Trail

The Zimmerman trail is an old stagecoach trail. Horses drew the early stages. Later, when Casper Zimmerman was manager of the stage line, steam automobiles were used to Log Cabin or Elkhorn, where mail, passengers, and freight were transferred to horse-drawn vehicles. From Fort Collins all the way to the Keystone Hotel in Home Colorado the Zimmerman Trail once stretched 55 miles. This trail ran through what is now Ben Delatour Scout Ranch along Elkhorn Creek.

Log Cabin

Log Cabin, 1888-1942, was a stage station, post office, store, and hotel on the route from Fort Collins to Home, Colorado, in the upper reaches of the Poudre River Canyon. The route went by way of LaPorte, Bellvue, Ingleside, Owl Canon, the Forks Hotel, and Livermore to Log Cabin, proceeding southwest from there to Elkhorn and Manhattan, and down the steep and precipitous trail on Pingree Hill to the Rustic Hotel at the foot of the Hill, and thence up Poudre Canyon to Home, Colorado, also known as Zimmerman's and the Keystone Hotel.

Distances

5 Ft Collins to Laporte 5 /8 miles Ft Collins to Bellvue 9 miles Ft Collins to Owl Canyon 18 miles Ft Collins to Forks Hotel 21 miles Ft Collins to Livermore 23 miles Ft Collins to Horsley’s 24 miles Ft Collins to C. Brown’s 24½ miles Ft Collins to C. Emerson’s 25½ miles Ft Collins to H.C. Brown’s 26½ miles Ft Collins to McNey’s 30 miles Ft Collins to J.S. Sloan’s 34 miles Ft Collins to S. Batterson’s 35 miles Ft Collins to P.J. Olsen’s 36 miles Ft Collins to J.H.Sargisson’s 39 miles Ft Collins to Laramie River 40 miles Ft Collins to Zimmermans’ stage barn 41 miles Ft Collins to John Pierce’s 42 miles Ft Collins to W. Batterson’s 43 miles Ft Collins to D. Robinson’s 43½ miles Ft Collins to C. Goodell’s 44 miles Ft Collins to Manhattan 45 miles Ft Collins to Rustic 48 miles Ft Collins to Keystone 55 miles

| P a g e 89 Old West Trails Award

Learning about this trail is one part of earning the Old West Trails Hiking Award available from Longs Peak Council. Another part of earning this award is hiking along the Trail. For more information visit www.longspeakbsa.org/awards/westtrail or see the information above. Information for this Brochure was obtained from the Fort Collins Library and put together by the Boy Scouts of Troop 83 in Fort Collins, Colorado. Bill Heston provided pictures.

| P a g e 90 | P a g e 91 TRIP PLAN OF ______(Your Name)

DATE AND TIME OF DEPARTURE: ______

DEPARTURE POINT: ______DESTINATION: ______

ROUTE GOING:

ROUTE RETURNING:

DISTANCE GOING: ______DISTANCE RETURNING: ______

NAME OF BUDDY GOING WITH ME: ______

PURPOSE OF THIS HIKE:

PERMISSIONS NEEDED:

SOURCE OF DRINKING WATER:

EQUIPMENT NEEDED: CLOTHING NEEDED:

HIKE MENU:

ESTIMATED TIME OF RETURN: ______EMERGENCY CONTACT: (Ranger Station, Etc)

| P a g e 92 NATIONAL OUTDOOR CHALLENGE UNIT AWARD The National Outdoor Challenge is a unit award that recognizes troops/teams that maintain or increase the amount of outdoor activity when compared to the previous year. The application is due at the end of 2010. With the release of this award, the National Camping Award has been discontinued. Although we’ve inserted a copy of the form below, to use a form you can fill in on your computer, go to http://www.scouting.org/filestore/pdf/430-016_WB.pdf

| P a g e 93 | P a g e 94 THE HISTORIC TRAILS PROGRAM

Love of America and devotion If the trip is 500 miles or more from homes of group members to our country depend upon a (local council camp excepted) or crosses national boundaries and thorough appreciation of the into the territory of other nations, a National Tour Permit ideals, principles, and traditions Application, No. 4419B, is necessary. For trips and overnight that have made our country camps less than 500 miles, use a Local Tour Permit Application, strong. Historic Trails Award No. 34426B. requirements emphasize coop- eration between historic societies and Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and Venturing units. A unit should establish a close relationship Award Requirements with a local society as soon as possible when planning a historic To earn the award, members of your unit must plan and par- activity—most communities have such societies. ticipate in a historic activity. A unit historic activity requires mem- Reports from many units indicate that these societies have bers to been eager to offer their cooperation by 1. Locate a historic trail or site and study information relating to it. • Suggesting trails or sites that are suitable for unit historic activi- (The information may be obtained from an adult historic soci- ties and exploration ety, public library, or people living near the trail or site.) 2. Hike or camp two days and one night along the trail or in the • Providing units with historic information about the trails or sites vicinity of the site. • Offering guidance to units during restoration and marking 3. Cooperate with an adult group such as a historic society to projects restore and mark all or part of this trail or site. (This may be • Financing the cost of materials used by units for restoration and done during the hike or overnight camp.) Or cooperate with marking projects such a group to plan and stage a historic pageant, ceremony, or other public event related to this trail or site—such an event • Staging historic pageants and ceremonies with unit participation should be large enough to merit coverage by the local press. • Directing public attention to unit historic activities through news- Your unit leader must then file the Historic Trails Award applica- papers, television, and radio tion with your local council service center.

Detach and send the report below to your local council service center.

HISTORIC TRAILS AWARD APPLICATION Unit No.______Tour Permit No.______District______(Note: Only chartered units may apply for this award.This award does not apply if any other award is available for this trip.) ______Local Council Action

To: Local Council Only (Do not send to national office.) Approved______Disapproved______

1. Name of historic trail or site covered______Give state and nearest town. From ______to ______(two days and one night required) Date Date

2. Type of historic observance, pageant, dedication, etc., in which unit participated ______OR type of historic project carried out (such as erecting marker, plaque, sign, etc.) ______(Note: Unit must have done either activity above.) 3. Name of local historic society or association with which the unit cooperated in this event ______4. Total number of Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and leaders eligible for the Historic Trails Award ______

5. Enter our order for ______embroidered awards, No. 00188 ______leather awards, No. 00244 (Contact your local council service (NOTE: Embroidered and leather awards are not worn on uniforms but may be center for current prices.) attached to tents, packs, blankets.) 34408A 2003 Boy Scouts of America Approved______Unit or tour leader #34408A ______Address Phone

7 30176 34408 9 THE 50-MILER PROGRAM

The primary objective of this Award Requirements program is to stimulate Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, and The 50-Miler Award is presented to each qualifying individual for Venturer interest in the ideals of satisfactory participation in an approved trip. In order to qualify for the movement and to promote the award, the group of which the individual is a member must ful- activity that will result in per- fill all of the following requirements: sonal fitness, self-reliance, know- 1. Make complete and satisfactory plans for the trip, including the ledge of wood lore, and a practical understanding of conservation. possibilities of advancement. Chartered unit participation is most desirable; however, provi- 2. Cover the trail or canoe or boat route of not less than 50 sional groups are eligible. This award does not apply if any other consecutive miles; take a minimum of five consecutive days award is available for a trip. to complete the trip without the aid of motors. (In some areas The Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturing unit or provisional pack animals may be used.) group must follow these rules for a 50-Miler trip: 3. During the time on the trail or waterway, complete a minimum • Select a suitable trail or waterway. of 10 hours each of group work on projects to improve the trail, • Adult leaders 21 or older must make the entire trip. springs, campsite, portage, or area. If, after checking with recognized authorities, it is not possible to complete 10 hours • If the trip is 500 miles or more from homes of group members each of group work on the trail, a similar project may be done (local council camp excepted) or crosses national boundaries in the unit’s home area. (There should be no unauthorized cut- and into the territory of other nations, a National Tour Permit ting of brush or timber.) Application, No. 4419B, is necessary. For trips and overnight camps less than 500 miles, use a Local Tour Permit Application, 4. Unit or tour leader must then file the 50-Miler Award application No. 34426B. with the local council service center.

Detach and send the report below to your local council service center.

50-MILER AWARD APPLICATION Unit No.______Tour Permit No.______Provision group ______(check) (Note: This award does not apply if any other award is available for this trip.) District______Local Council Action To: Local Council Only (Do not send to national office.) Approved______Disapproved______

1. Name of trail or waterway______Give state and nearest town.

From ______to ______(minimum of five consecutive days required) Date Date

2. Trip was (check appropriate terms) ■ by boat ■ by canoe ■ on foot ■ by bicycle 3. Trail or waterway covered: from ______to ______Starting point Finishing point

Total mileage______(must be at least 50 continuous miles) 4. This group completed 10 hours of trail work, as follows. (Give details as to type of Good Turn, such as clearing trail, repairing bridges, cleaning up campsites and springs, leaving wood supply, etc.) ______5. Total Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and leaders eligible for the 50-Miler Award ______6. Enter our order for _____ decals, No. 33490 _____ embroidered awards, No. 00191 _____ leather awards, No. 00241 _____ Staff Shield, No. 14131 (Contact your local council service center for current prices.) Approved______Unit or tour leader (NOTE: Embroidered and leather awards are not worn on uniforms but may be attached to tents, packs, or blankets. Decals may be used on canoes, paddles, or plaques.) ______34408A 2004 Boy Scouts of America Address Phone BEN DELATOUR SCOUT RANCH RESERVATION FORM LONGS PEAK COUNCIL, BSA, P.O. BOX 1166, GREELEY, CO 80632-1166 (For reserving facilities on a day, overnight or weekend basis - not for week-long camps) Fax to: 970-330-7961 or email to: [email protected] Arrival Date ______Departure Date______Type of Outing (select one)


Day


Overnight


Weekend Group ______City & ST______(Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, District, Other and unit #) Estimated Number of campers: Youth ______Adults______Non-registered Family Members______Facilities Available Boulder Rotary Lodge (12) $30/night Camp Jeffrey Campsite______Coffin Shelter (10) $20/night Soaring Eagle Campsite______Coral Rock Dining Hall $100/day Rifle Range #1* *Requires certified Coral Rock Kitchen $75/day Rifle Range #2* instructor and the "Shooting Sports Camp Demming (backpacking only Shotgun Range* Range Reservation" Family Camp (Sept-May only) 12 sites Jeffrey Archery Range* form on the Council website, filled out in Outpost Camp Area (no vehicles beyond Soaring Eagle Archery Range* its entirety. parking area) Person making reservation:______Address: ______E-mail: ______City: ______ST:______Zip:______Telephone: (H)______(B)______(C)______Adult in charge on site:______Adult required training: Name______Cert on file in Greeley: Y or N Check all that apply: Baloo Training (for all Cub Scout activities) First Aid/CPR (for all activities) CAMP USE FEES: DUE AT TIME OF RESERVATION! Total participants (youth and adult) @ $2 = $0.00 Number of nights X per person $0.00 Lodge number of nights X $20/night $0.00 Dining Hall number of days X $100/day $0.00 Kitchen number of days X $75/day $0.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $0.00 Due immediately Payment type (select one):


Check #______made payable to Longs Peak Council, BSA


Unit Account (if funds available)


Visa/MC ______-______-______-______Exp______Vcode_____ RESERVATION APPROVED BY: Cindy Batt Signed for unit Date Signed for Council Date

RANGER CHECK-OUT: DATE______All Okay______Damages:______Damage Fee Collected: CK #______$______or Cash Amt. $______Ranger's Signature______

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR USE REGULATIONS AND REFUND POLICY

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\BDSR Reservation Form 9-08 BEN DELATOUR SCOUT RANCH USE REGULATIONS

If you decide NOT to attend camp on your reservation date, please call the Longs Peak Council office to cancel your reservation (see refund policy below) at 800-800-4052 opt. 1 or 584-2202. Reservations may be made only in proportion to campers attending and facility desired. Example: a unit of 10 campers may reserve the Coffin Shelter but not all of Soaring Eagle. All Scout Units must obtain an approved Tour Permit. All Scout Units and other groups must have a First Aid and CPR certified adult leader in All Cub Scout Packs & Dens must have a BALOO trained adult in attendance at all times. Everyone must check in and check out with the Camp Ranger. Do not WALK, SNOWSHOE or CAMP on SKI TRAILS. Fires must be built only in designated fire rings or pits at existing campsites. Firewood is not always available. Units should plan on bringing their firewood. Fires are banned from the backcountry – including Camp Demming and the Outpost Camp. Cooking stoves must be used. No cooking inside cabins. Observe all fire bans. The camp is a NO SMOKING facility. The designated smoking area is the parking lot. Please – no branding of walls, ceilings, etc. No paintball activities. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted. A minimum of two adults, one registered with the BSA, must be in attendance at all times. One adult must be 21 or older and the other must be 18 or older. One of these adults must be currently certified in Youth Protection. All trash and garbage must be packed out. There is no trash pick-up September to June. Please bring your own trash bags. Water is not available from mid-September to June. No cutting of trees, dead or alive is allowed. Conservation projects must be approved in advance by the BDSR Conservation Chair, Camp Ranger or Council Program Director. Shooting sports (rifle, shotgun, archery) COPE, rock climbing, rappelling and water activities require certified instructors. A copy of the instructor’s certification must be on file at the Council office or the reservation approval will not be granted. BDSR equipment is not available for these activities. A separate reservation form is required for Shooting Sports. Bicycles, ATV’s and ORV’s are not permited on BDSR property. Vehicles of all types and sizes are not permitted off improved roads and parking areas. Off limit areas and closed building designations must be obeyed. Obey neighboring boundary and no trespassing signs. Summer camp program equipment is not available for Unit or District activities. Leave all pets at home. Please do not bring appliances or furniture for the camp without prior approval of the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch Committee. BEN DELATOUR SCOUT RANCH REFUND POLICY Payment for reservations is due when reservation is made and there are no refunds. You can add to your numbers and pay additional use fees after the initial reservation. CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH A DAMAGE FEE WILL BE ASSESSED Damage to a facility or natural area that is beyond what is considered normal wear, where funds or significant time are required to complete repairs. If trash and other items are left to be cleaned up. When anyone leaves camp without checking out with the Camp Ranger.

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\BDSR Reservation Form 9-08 CAMP LARAMIE PEAK SCOUT CAMP RESERVATION FORM LONGS PEAK COUNCIL, BSA, P.O. BOX 1166, GREELEY, CO 80632-1166 (For reserving facilities on a day, overnight or weekend basis - not for week-long camps) Fax to: 970-330-7961 or email to: [email protected]

Arrival Date Departure Date Person making reservation: Address: E-mail:

City: ST: Zip:

Telephone: (H) (B)______(C)______Adult in charge on site: Adult required training: Name Cert on file in Greeley: Y or N

Check all that apply: Baloo Training (for all Cub Scout activities) First Aid/CPR (for all activities) Other Type of Outing (select one) Weekend

Group City & ST (Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, District, Other and unit #) Estimated Number of campers: Youth ______Adults Non-registered Family Facilities Available Members______

CAMP USE FEES: DUE AT TIME OF RESERVATION! Total participants (youth and adult) @ $2 = $0 Number of nights X per person $0 A-Frame number of nights X $20/night $0 Dining Hall number of days X $100/day $0 Kitchen number of days X $75/day $0

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $0 Due immediately

Payment type (select one):

Check #______made payable to Longs Peak Council, BSA


Unit Account (if funds available)


Visa/MC ______-______-______-______Exp______Vcode_____

Cindy Batt Signed for unit Date Signed for Council Date SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR USE REGULATIONS AND REFUND POLICY

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\CLP Reservation Form 9-08 CAMP LARAMIE PEAK SCOUT CAMP USE REGULATIONS If you decide NOT to attend camp on your reservation date, please call the Longs Peak Council office to cancel your reservation (see refund policy below) at 800-800-4052 opt. 1 or 584-2202. All Scout Units must obtain an approved Tour Permit. All Scout Units and other groups must have a First Aid and CPR certified adult leader in attendance at all times. All Cub Scout Packs & Dens must have a BALOO trained adult in attendance at all times. Do not WALK, SNOWSHOE or CAMP on SKI TRAILS. Fires must be built in designated fire rings or pits at existing campsites. Firewood is not always available. Plan on bringing firewood. Observe all fire bans. Please – no branding of walls, ceilings, etc. No Paintball activities. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted. A minimum of two adults, one registered with the BSA, must be in attendance at all times. One adult must be 21 or older and the other must be 18 or older. One of these adults must be currently certified in Youth Protection. The camp is a NO SMOKING facility. The designated smoking area is the parking lot. All trash and garbage must be packed out of camp. Please bring your own trash bags. Shooting sports (rifle, shotgun, archery) COPE, rock climbing, rappelling and water activities require certified instructors. A copy of the instructor’s certification must be on file at the Council office or the reservation approval will not be granted. A separate registration form is required for Shooting Sports. No cutting of trees, live or marked, is allowed. Bicycles are to remain on existing roads and trails designated for bicycle travel. All riders must wear helmets. ATV’s and ORV’s are not permited. Four-wheel drive vehicles are not permitted off improved roads. Leave all pets at home. Please do not bring appliances or furniture for the camp without prior approval of the Camp Laramie Peak Scout Camp Committee. All U.S. Forest Service Regulations are to be followed. Please respect winter cross-country ski trails as skis only! Off limit areas and closed building designations must be obeyed. Obey neighboring boundary and trespassing signs. Summer Camp program equipment is no available for unit or District Activities. Water is not available August through May.

CAMP LARAMIE PEAK SCOUT CAMP REFUND POLICY

Payment for reservations is due when reservation is made and there are no refunds. You can add to your numbers and pay additional use fees after the initial reservation.

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\CLP Reservation Form 9-08 CHIMNEY PARK SCOUT CAMP RESERVATION FORM LONGS PEAK COUNCIL, BSA, P.O. BOX 1166, GREELEY, CO 80632-1166 (For reserving facilities on a day, overnight or weekend basis - not for week-long camps) Fax to: 970-330-7961 or email to: [email protected] Arrival Date ______Departure Date______

Type of Outing (select one)
Day
Overnight
Weekend Group ______City & ST______(Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, District, Other and unit #) Estimated Number of campers: Youth ______Adults______Non-registered Family Facilities Available Members______

Baldwin Lodge (sleeps 24) $20/24 hrs Pick up & Return Cabin Key to: Camp Site #1 Camp Site #5 Exxon Service Station Camp Site #2 Camp Site #6 154 North 3rd Camp Site #3 Camp Site #7 Laramie, WY 82070 Camp Site #4 Camp Site #8 Person making reservation:______Address: ______E-mail: ______City: ______ST:______Zip:______Telephone: (H)______(B)______(C)______Adult in charge on site:______Adult required training: Name______Cert on file in Greeley: Y or N Check all that apply: Baloo Training (for all Cub Scout activities) First Aid/CPR (for all activities) CAMP USE FEES: DUE AT TIME OF RESERVATION!

Total participants (youth and adult) @ $2 = $0.00

Number of days X per person $0.00 Baldwin Lodge number of days X $20/day $0.00

TOTAL AMOUNT DUE $0.00 Due immediately Payment type (select one):
check #______made payable to Longs Peak Council, BSA


Unit Account(if funds available)


Visa/MC ______-______-______-______Exp______Vcode_____ RESERVATION APPROVED BY:

Signed for unit Date Signed for Council Date

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR USE REGULATIONS AND REFUND POLICY

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\Chimney Park Reservation Form 9-08 CHIMNEY PARK SCOUT CAMP USE REGULATIONS If you decide NOT to attend camp on your reservation date, please call the Longs Peak Council office to cancel your reservation (see refund policy below) at 800-800-4052 opt. 1 or 584-2202. All Scout Units must obtain an approved Tour Permit. All Scout Units and other groups must have a First Aid and CPR certified adult leader in attendance at all times. All Cub Scout Packs & Dens must have a BALOO trained adult in attendance at all times. Do not WALK, SNOWSHOE or CAMP on SKI TRAILS. Fires must be built in designated fire rings or pits at existing campsites. Firewood is not always available. Plan on bringing firewood. Observe all fire bans. The U.S. Forest Service requires a special PARKING PERMIT to be displayed in each vehicle or the vehicle will BE TICKETED. All vehicles are to park in front of the Lodge or on the perimeter road to the north of the Lodge, when weather permits. Otherwise, park in the parking lot off the highway and display your PARKING PERMIT. The camp is a NO SMOKING facility. The designated smoking area is the parking lot. Please – no branding of walls, ceilings, etc. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted. No paintball activities. A minimum of two adults, one registered with the BSA, must be in attendance at all times. One adult must be 21 or older and the other must be 18 or older. One of these adults must be currently certified in Youth Protection. All trash and garbage must be packed out of camp. Please bring your own trash bags. Shooting sports (rifle, shotgun, archery) COPE, rock climbing, rappelling and water activities require certified instructors. A copy of the instructor’s certification must be on file at the Council office or the reservation approval will not be granted. No cutting of trees, live or marked, is allowed. Bicycles are to remain on existing roads and trails designated for bicycle travel. All riders must wear helmets. ATV’s and ORV’s are not permited. Four-wheel drive vehicles are not permitted off improved roads. Obey neighboring boundary and “No Trespassing” signs. Leave all pets at home. Please do not bring appliances or furniture for the camp without prior approval of the Chimney Park Scout Camp Committee. All U.S. Forest Service Regulations are to be followed. Please respect winter cross-country ski trails as skis only! Off limit areas and closed building designations must be obeyed. Obey neighboring boundary and trespassing signs. CHIMNEY PARK SCOUT CAMP REFUND POLICY Payment for reservations is due when reservation is made and there are no refunds. You can add to your numbers and pay additional use fees after the initial reservation.

9/9/2008Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\Chimney Park Reservation Form 9-08 CAMP PATIYA RESERVATION FORM LONGS PEAK COUNCIL, BSA, P.O. BOX 1166, GREELEY, CO 80632-1166 (For reserving facilities on a day, overnight or weekend basis - not for week-long camps) Fax to: 970-330-7961 or email to: [email protected] Arrival Date ______Departure Date______Type of Outing (select one)


Day


Overnight


Weekend Group ______City & ST______(Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, District, Other and unit #) Estimated Number of campers: Youth ______Adults______Facilities Available Number beside facility (xx) listed below indicates sleeping capacity. A Unit may only request facilities proportionate to the size of the estimated attendance. Units may be limited to number of attendees in camp.

Nancy Nixon Lodge (12)-$20/DAY Shower House - $20/DAY Campsite #1 Day use (no Facilities) A-Frame (6) - $20/DAY Cook Shed Campsite #2 Cook Shelter Area Tepee Shelter Campsite #3 Instruction Area Fire Ring Campsite #4 Person making reservation:______Address: ______E-mail: ______City: ______ST:______Zip:______Telephone: (H)______(B)______(C)______Adult in charge on site:______Adult required training: Name______Cert on file in Greeley: Y or N Check all that apply: Baloo Training (for all Cub Scout activities) First Aid/CPR (for all activities) CAMP USE FEES: DUE AT TIME OF RESERVATION! # People # Days Total Due Total participants (youth and adult) X X $2 = Nixon Lodge number of days X $20 = A-Frame number of days X $20 = Shower House number of days X $20 = TOTAL AMOUNT DUE DUE IMMEDIATELY = Payment type (select one):


check #______made payable to Longs Peak Council, BSA


Unit Account (if funds available)


Visa/MC ______-______-______-______Exp______Vcode_____ RESERVATION APPROVED BY: Cindy Batt Signed for unit Date Signed for Council Date Date Damage/Key Deposit Paid ______Amt $ ______Date Key Issued ______To Whom ______Date Key Returned ______By Whom ______CAMPMASTER CHECK-OUT: Date ______All Okay ______Damages ______Campmaster Signature ______

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR USE REGULATIONS AND REFUND POLICY

1/20/2010Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\Patiya\Patiya Reservation Form 9-08 CAMP PATIYA USE POLICES If you decide NOT to attend Camp Patiya on your reserved date, please cancel your reservation by calling the Longs Peak Council Reichenberg Family Service Center at 303-447-8511 All Scout Units must obtain an approved Tour Permit. All Scout Units and other groups must have a First Aid and CPR certified adult leader in attendance at all times. All Cub Scout Packs & Dens must have a BALOO trained adult in attendance at all times. Do not WALK, SNOWSHOE or CAMP on SKI TRAILS. Fires must be built in designated fire rings or places. Charcoal must be used in the fireplaces at the lodge cooking shelter. Before starting an open fire you MUST call the Boulder County Sheriff’s Department (303-441-4444) and Cherryvale Fire Station #4 (303-494-3735) to inform them you will have a fire. Fires are not to be left unattended, and fires must be put out before departure. Observe all fire bans. Camp Patiya is in a neighborhood of surrounding homes. Quiet hours must be maintained from 10:00 PM until 7:00 AM daily. Noise makers (radios, boom boxes, bugles, loud speakers, public address systems, musical instruments, etc.) must be kept out of camp. Excessive noise interferes with our neighbors’ right to quiet, and disturbs the wildlife native to the camp and area. This can effect our use of the facility. Please – no branding of walls, ceilings, etc. No Paintball activities. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted. A minimum of two adults, one registered with the BSA, must be in attendance at all times. One adult must be 21 or older and the other must be 18 or older. One of these adults must be currently certified in Youth Protection. All trash and garbage must be packed out of camp including fire ashes. Please bring your own trash bags. No cutting of trees, live or marked, is allowed. Bicycles are to remain on existing roads and trails designated for bicycle travel. All riders must wear helmets. ATV’s and ORV’s are not permited. The camp is a NO SMOKING facility. The designated smoking area is the parking lot. The camp is in the forest area of western Boulder County. Please take precautions, as black bears and mountain lions have been seen in the area. Leave all pets at home. All vehicles are to remain in the parking lot. Do not park on the shoulder of the main county road as you will be ticketed by the Boulder County Sheriff. Shooting sports (BB, rifle or archery) are allowed only with certified instructors and approval from Longs Peak Council. Obey use sign, neighboring boundary signs and no trespassing signs. Off limit areas and closed buildings must be obeyed. Please respect the vehicles, campsites and facilities of other users of Camp Patiya. Please do not bring appliances or furniture for the camp without prior approval from Longs Peak Council (970-330-6305). All U.S. Forest Service Regulations are to be followed. Please respect winter cross-country ski trails as skis only! Tent camping is allowed in designated sites and areas south and west of the Nancy Nixon Lodge. Shower House/Bath house is only available to units who have reserved it. Read and follow the directions in the utility room for the proper use of restrooms and bath house. These facilities are closed in the winter due to potential freeze-up. Outside latrines are available. The telephone provided in the Nancy Nixon Lodge is for Unit convenience and emergencies. It is not business telephone or personal device. The number is 303-442-2833. Only local calls can be made. DIAL 911 FOR AN EMERGENCY. ** I have read the CAMP PATIYA USE POLICIES and agree that my Unit/Group will abide by the policies or risk forfeiture of our deposit and possible additional cost for repairs or cleanup. Signature ______Date ______CAMP PATIYA REFUND POLICY Payment for reservations is due when reservation is made and there are no refunds. You can add to your numbers and pay additional use fees after the initial reservation.

1/20/2010Y:\Council Camps\Off-season camp use\Patiya\Patiya Reservation Form 9-08 Camp Jack - Boy Scouts of America RESERVATION FORM Longs Peak Council, BSA, P.O. Box 1166, Greeley, CO 80632-1166 Requested Arrival Date:______Departure Date:______

Type of Outing: qDay qOvernight qWeekend Group City & ST (Pack, Troop, Team, Crew, District, Other and unit #)

Number of Campers to attend: _____ Adults _____ Scouts _____Other Family Members Pick-up Gate Key at: Park Manager's Office Curt Gowdy State Park

Return Key to Park Manager's Office! Person Reserving______

Address______City ______ST____ Zip______

Phone: (H)______(B)______(C)______

Email Address______

Adult in charge on site______Adult required training: Name Send copy of cert ASAP

Check all that apply: Baloo Training (for all Cub Scout activities)

First Aid/CPR (for all activities)

RESERVATION APPROVED BY: Cindy Batt Signed for unit Date Signed for Council Date

SEE REVERSE SIDE FOR USE REGULATIONS All Scout Units must obtain an approved Tour Permit. All Scout Units and other groups must have a First Aid and CPR certified adult leader in attendance at all times. All Cub Scout Packs & Dens must have a BALOO trained adult in attendance at all times. Fires must be built in designated fire rings or pits at existing campsites. Firewood is not always available. Plan on bringing firewood. Observe all fire bans. The camp is a NO SMOKING facility. The designated smoking area is the parking lot. Please – no branding of walls, ceilings, etc. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not permitted. No paintball activities. A minimum of two adults, one registered with the BSA, must be in attendance at all times. One adult must be 21 or older and the other must be 18 or older. One of these adults must be currently certified in Youth Protection. All trash and garbage must be packed out of camp. Please bring your own trash bags. No cutting of trees, live or marked, is allowed. Bicycles are to remain on existing roads and trails designated for bicycle travel. All riders must wear helmets. ATV’s and ORV’s are not permited. Four-wheel drive vehicles are not permitted off improved roads. Obey neighboring boundary and “No Trespassing” signs. Leave all pets at home. Please do not bring appliances or furniture for the camp without prior approval of the Chimney Park Scout Camp Committee. Off limit areas and closed building designations must be obeyed. Obey neighboring boundary and trespassing signs. Longs Peak Council Boy Scouts of America Shooting Sports Range Reservation Scout Unit ______City & ST ______Begin Date ______End Date ______

Damage Fees Check All Item Rental Trash Hauled Item Rental Fee Damage Fee that Apply Fee (There is a $50 fee if Range Damage you do not haul trash (fee will be assessed and clean up litter) at time of Check out) Office Use Only! Office Use Only! $30 per BDSR Rifle Range 1 weekend $30 per BDSR Rifle Range 2 weekend $30 per BDSR Shotgun Range weekend BDSR Archery Range $30 per (Camp Jeffrey) weekend BDSR Archery Range $30 per (Soaring Eagle) weekend $30 per CLP Rifle Range weekend $30 per CLP Archery Range weekend Total Fees at reservation (Rental Fee) Total Fees due at Check Out (Damage Fee) Camp Ranger Signature upon Checkout______

Make checks payable to the Longs Peak Council, BSA Person Reserving: ______Address: ______City: ______ST: ______Zip: ______Phone (H): ______(B) ______(C) ______E-Mail: ______Unit Leader: ______Phone (H): ______(B) ______(C) ______Adult First Aid Training*: Name______Date: ______Adult LPC Range Officer Training*: Name______Date: ______Adult NRA Range Safety Officer Training*: Name______Date: ______Adult NRA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Rifle/Shotgun/Pisol/Muzzleloader ______Adult NRA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Rifle/Shotgun/Pisol/Muzzleloader ______Adult NRA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Rifle/Shotgun/Pisol/Muzzleloader ______Adult NRA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Rifle/Shotgun/Pisol/Muzzleloader ______Adult NRA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Rifle/Shotgun/Pisol/Muzzleloader ______Adult NAA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______Adult NAA Instructor Training Training*: Name______Date: ______

*If the Council does not have copies of these certificates on file, the Range Rental will not be approved. Longs Peak Council Range Use Regulations

We (the Longs Peak Council) will provide:
Shooting Benches at the Rifle Ranges
A Trap at the Shotgun Range You (your Troop/Team or Crew) will provide:
Any firearms necessary
All trained personnel for safe operation
All Eye and Ear Protection
Trained Personnel
All Ammunition and Targets
Trash Removal

What is the Fee to Use a Range? The Range use fee is $30 per group per weekend. This fee is assessed for each range reserved and is non-refundable. It is due at the time of reservation of the Range. (Example: A reservation for a Rifle Range and the Shotgun Range would have a fee of $60).

Who can make a reservation? *Anyone who has complted the Longs Peak Council, Range Specialist Course may make a reservation to use a shooting range at a Longs Peak Council Scout Camp. *You must provide a copy of your Range Specialist Certification Card, along with all necessary NRA or BSA Certication Cards at the time or reservation. A reservation will not be accepted wthout proper certification.

Why is there a fee to use the Ranges? *The cost for maintenance on our Council Facilities continues to increase. It is improtant to us that we provide a fun and safe atmosphere for everyone using our facilities. To continue to maintain the equipment and facilites the we have, we need to collect a feww to offset these How do I complete my reservation? *Please fill out this form and return to the Longs Peak Council Office in Greeley.

*A reservation form must be submitted at least 14 in advance of the dates you are requesting. *All reservations for the Shooting Ranges, must be made through the office in Greeley. *Registrations will not be accepted at any other Service Center or Trading Post. Please return to the address listed below. Thank you!

Mail Reservation to: Fax Reservation to: Longs Peak Council 970-330-7961 Attn: Shooting Range Reservation Attn: Shooting Range Reservations PO Box 1166 Greeley, CO 80632 Email Reservation to: [email protected] Kola Lodge #464 Order of the Arrow Longs Peak Council

Where To Go Camping Guide Camping Location Input Form

Name of Facility/Campground/Location: ______

Where it is located: ______

Detailed Directions to get there: ______

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Website (if any): ______

Reservations required?  Yes  No If yes, contact: ______

Available Facilities (and number and/or description where applicable)

  Marked campsites: ______ Tables: ______ Restrooms: ______

  Fire Rings: ______ Cooking Grills: ______ Public Phone

Water Availability and Use

 Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No

 No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter

 Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot

 Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring  Swimming Pool

 Special Activities:  Swimming  Boating  Fishing  Other (please specify):

______

Permits/Use Fees/Regulations

 Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No

 Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): ______

______Kola Lodge #464 Order of the Arrow Longs Peak Council

 Where Obtained or Paid: ______

 Any special regulations: ______

______

Please draw a map of directions to this location:

Google Maps or MapQuest web link: ______

Topo Map or other relevant web link: ______

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information: ______

______

______

______

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Please submit completed form, along with any photos of the site you can share, to:

Karl A. Kaszuba 11044 Legend Trail Cheyenne, WY 82009 (307) 778-7136 or email this form (preferred) to: [email protected] Kola Lodge #464 Order of the Arrow Longs Peak Council

Where To Go Camping Guide Hiking & Backpacking Location Input Form

Name of Trail or Location: ______

Where it is located: ______

Trail length ______miles  round trip  one way (vehicle shuttling required)

Altitude range: ______feet to ______feet

Preferred season (which months?): ______

Trail difficulty:  Easy  Moderate  Difficult  Strenuous  Easy: An easy trail traverses gentle terrain with short ascents or descents. Route finding is not a problem and the trail bed is easy to negotiate.  Moderate: May have longer or more pronounced grades. There may be sections where the trail is rough or difficult to find.  Difficult: Trail has steep elevation gains and losses. The route may be non-existent in places or difficult to track.  Strenuous: Extremely steep grades with very large elevation gains. Trail is very rocky and/or eroded, making it difficult to traverse. The trail may be non-existent in places and/or require more advanced navigational skills. Not recommended for inexperienced hikers and hikers must be in very good health and have recently participated in physical conditioning.

Directions to trailhead: ______

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Website (if any): ______

Available Facilities at Trailhead or along trail

 Marked campsites  Picnic Tables  Restrooms  Fire rings  Cooking Grills

Water Availability and Use at Trailhead or along the trail

 Drinking Water Available?  Yes  No

 No drinking water (which seasons?):  Spring  Summer  Fall  Winter

 Non-potable water for washing?  Yes  No  Pump  Spigot

 Water Features Available:  Lake  River  Stream  Spring

Permits/Use Fees/Regulations

 Backcountry Permit or Use Fee?  Yes  No Fires allowed?  Yes  No Kola Lodge #464 Order of the Arrow Longs Peak Council  Cost per person or per vehicle (specify which and how much): ______

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 Where Obtained or Paid: ______

 Any special regulations: ______

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Please draw a map of the trail:

Topo Map or other relevant web link: ______

Provide any additional relevant/helpful information, including a hike overview: ______

______

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Please submit completed form, along with any photos of the trail you can share, to:

Karl A. Kaszuba 11044 Legend Trail Cheyenne, WY 82009 (307) 778-7136 or email this form (preferred) to: [email protected]