Fire Mountain Scout Camp 2018 Leaders Webinar Video

Fire Mountain Scout Camp 2018 Leaders’ Webinar

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Another turning point, a fork stuck in the road… 26027 Walker Valley Road Mount Vernon, WA 98274 From the south: O Go north on I-5 to exit 221 (SR 534). Head east on SR 534. O Continue until you reach SR 9. Turn north on SR 9 (left at T intersection) and continue five miles. Look for milepost 46. O Shortly after milepost 46 you will see Walker Valley Road. O Turn right on Walker Valley Road and continue to the end of the road. The camp entrance will be on your left. From the north: O Go south on I-5 to exit 227 (College Way). Head east on College Way. O Continue until you reach SR 9. Head south (right at the roundabout) and continue approximately 3. 7 miles. O Look for Walker Valley Road on your left, just after an S curve. O Turn left on Walker Valley Road and continue to the end of the road. The camp entrance will be on your left.

Takin’ Care of Business

Money, Money O Adults attending camp for the week will pay a nominal fee of $100 to cover the cost of food O Adults attending camp 1 or more days, but not the whole week, will be $25 a day O Visitors meals: O Breakfast - $6 O Lunch - $5 O Dinner - $9 O Friday chicken barbecue - $10 adults, $5 children ages 4 -10

I Go Back O Requests for refunds must be made in writing to the Mount O O Baker Council Service Center 1715 100 th Place SE, Suite B, Everett, WA 98208 at least 30 days prior to the start of camp There are no refunds within 30 days of camp, Refunds requested within the 30 day window for extreme cases such as illness, family death, etc. will be considered by the council Scout executive and camp director. Please contact us prior to camp with any reservation changes. Troops arriving at camp with “no show” Scouts will forfeit all fees for each “no-show Scout”. There is a 25% service fee on all refunds after May 15. The refund form was sent with your confirmation documents and is also located on the council website in summer camp forms.

Lean on Me The Fire Mountain special needs form is available for download on the council website. Please submit completed forms to the Everett Service Center by June 15. Late notification may affect our ability to meet the requested needs. O Mobility issues – Most areas and several campsites are ADA accessible. O CPAP machines – No campsites are equipped with electricity. Please bring portable battery systems. O Dietary needs – Note dietary needs on special needs form. In extreme cases, it may be necessary for a Scout or leader to bring their own food to camp.

Time After Time O Make sure all campers have provided you with a current, signed BSA O O O O physical form (Part A, B and C). Physical form must have parent signature. School or sports physical forms will not be accepted. Full payment due – May 15 th. Fill out troop roster form completely. Obtain proof of adult registration and Youth Protection training. Troop Key 3 have access in My. Scouting, or go through Internet Advancement and download roster. Troop’s treasurer confirms with the Everett Service Center that all fees are paid. Check on final transportation arrangements. Inventory troop and patrol equipment with quartermaster. Counsel Scouts on their personal goals for fun and advancement at camp.

The Final Countdown O Double check to ensure troop roster form is filled out. O Double check physical form is valid through the end of the month in which they were signed by the physician. (Example: If Part C was signed July 2, 2017, it is valid through July 31, 2018). O Contact camp director regarding patrol site cooking (if desired). O Make sure all merit badge requests are submitted.

Oh Mr. Postman O Scouts, leaders, and staff can receive and send mail during their stay at camp. Please be sure to include a return address on all letters and packages so they can be returned if they arrive after your Scout departs camp. O Note: Your troop number and council name are extremely important. It is not unusual to have more than one troop of the same number but from different councils in camp. If these two items are omitted, it is unlikely the mail will be delivered. The address for sending mail to camp is: O (Name of Scout) (Troop Number and Council Name) c/o Fire Mountain Scout Camp 26027 Walker Valley Rd. Mount Vernon, Washington 98274

Welcome to the Hotel California O Check-in begins at 1: 00 p. m. on Sunday. Camp staff will greet you in the parking lot and guide you to your site. Please do not enter camp before that time. O Monday arrival check-in time is 6: 30 a. m. , with the goal to have your troop ready for flags/breakfast. Please wait in the parking lot for your troop guide. O The Scoutmaster or a designated adult leader will complete the troop’s check-in paper work by meeting with the camp business manager on arrival. O In order for swim checks and camp tours to start on time, it is imperative that check-in be completed expeditiously. To assist this process have your paperwork completed before your arrival.

Required paperwork O 2 copies of troop roster (indicate number of patrols) O Proof of BSA registration (all adult in camp 72 hrs or more) and O O completion of Youth Protection training for all adults attending camp. Receipts for any recent camp payments A completed BSA Annual Health and Medical Record for all individuals staying in camp. Parts A & B are completed by a parent or guardian, and Part C must be completed by a licensed medial practitioner. All parts must be valid through the end of the month in which they were signed by the physician. (Example: If Part C was signed July 2, 2017, it is valid through July 31, 2018) Your troop guide will take your troop on a tour of camp. Scouts should have their swimsuits and towels at the top of their packs so that they can be ready to change for a BSA swim test. See the Boy Scout handbook for BSA swim test requirements.

Who Can it be Now? O All visitors are welcome at camp. All visitors must sign in at the admin building. O There is no need to sign visitors in on Friday after 4 p. m.

See Ya Later, Alligator If a situation should arise that makes it necessary for a Scout to leave camp property: O The Scout and his troop leader must check out with the camp director or program director. O The camp director or program director and troop leader will verify that the person taking the Scout has proper permission. O The Scout will then be released into the custody of a parent or authorized adult. O If the adult picking up the Scout is not a parent, the parents must provide written permission for that adult to pick up the Scout. O Youth Protection and two-deep leadership policies of the Boy Scouts of America must always be used when the adult picking up the Scout is not a parent.

Gotta Know the Rules O Adirondacks, stents, and tents: All shelters are in great condition and must be treated with respect and care. You will be checked in and out of your campsite and responsible for any damage that occurred during your stay. Consult your commissioner or troop guide if you have any problems with your campsite. O Toilet buildings and wash racks: Each campsite has its own toilet facility, which must be swept out daily and washed at least twice during the week. The building should be swept and washed out before Saturday departure as well. Hoses should be coiled neatly on the ground when not in use. Cleaning supplies are provided. O Toilet paper can be acquired at the admin building. O Shower facilities: There are three shower facilities. These have individual units with locking doors, so no designated male/female/adult/youth times or units are necessary. Under no circumstances are adults to shower in the same unit as Scouts.

How Much is that Doggie in the Window O The trading post at Fire Mountain Scout Camp offers a wide range of items to meet most of your needs. About $60 per Scout should be enough to meet most souvenir and other needs while at camp. Additional funds may be needed for shooting sports and some high adventure activities. Cash, credit/debit cards and checks accepted. The trading post will be closed during mealtimes.

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One Week O Daily Activities: Each afternoon has several hours of open program time, where Scouts can enjoy activities without the need to sign up for a class. Also open during free time are the climbing tower, shooting sports, swim beach, marina, mountain biking, mountain boarding, fishing, and more. Low COPE requires advanced sign-up, and has a maximum capacity of 8 people per session. Patrols are encouraged to sign up for an afternoon low COPE session in the admin building. O Flag Ceremonies: Each morning and evening, campers raise or retrieve the colors. Every troop is required to attend the camp-wide flag ceremonies. Announcements are made and the camp is dismissed to the dining hall from these ceremonies. O Uniforms: Field uniforms are expected at morning and evening flag ceremonies. Swimsuits and hats are not allowed in the dining hall at any time. Adults are encouraged to wear proper uniforms to set the example.

Funkytown O Spirit of the Mountain– for all Scouts and leaders. A variety of experiences not found in merit badge classes. Pick up checklist in Admin. O Mountain boarding O Low COPE – a patrol activity. Sign up in the admin building. O BSA Lifeguard – for any registered BSA member 15 and older. Class prerequisite: 1 st Aid/CPR certification. Sign up on the merit badge registration program.

Young at Heart Scout leaders bring unique talents and skills with them when they come to camp O Fire Mountain Challenge – Pick up the challenge form in the admin building and return it by Friday. O Chili Cook-off – Prepare your best chili recipe on Tuesday. A Dutch oven, charcoal and basic ingredients (ground beef, canned beans, stewed tomatoes, onion, and chili powder) will be available for pickup at Skagit Shelter. Tasting begins at 4 p. m. , with the winner announced at the Friday campfire. Bring your own additional and/or secret ingredients to make your chili the best. O Volunteer your time and talents to improve camp facilities or provide instruction to Scouts. Talk to the camp director or program director. O A variety of training opportunities will be available for adult leaders. More information will be available at the Sunday Scoutmasters’ meetings.

Eat It O Chef Mark is back with his amazing cuisine crew O All camp participants are expected to be at every meal, unless they are doing campsite cooking or involved in special programs which has been arranged prior with the camp director. O Special diets need to be noted on the special needs form, downloadable from the Mount Baker Council website. Forms must be submitted to the council service center by June 15. Every attempt to accommodate will be made. O 1 waiter for each table will need to arrive 30 minutes prior to each meal to help set up and stay 30 minutes after to help clean up.

On Top of Spaghetti Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Pancakes, sausage links, applesauce Mountain Man, coffee cake, pears Biscuits & gravy, French toast, hash browns, eggs, ham, cantaloupe peaches Scrambled eggs, Cinnamon rolls, hard sausage links, boiled eggs, apples country potatoes Grilled cheese, tomato soup, carrot sticks, potato chips Pulled pork, coleslaw, jo-jo wedges Hamburger, baked beans, watermelon Salisbury steak, mac & cheese, peas & carrots, ice cream sundaes Teriyaki chicken, Roast beef, BBQ chicken, Tacos, Spanish rice pilaf, broccoli Beef stew, rolls, mashed coleslaw, potato rice, refried s’mores with cheese, potatoes, green salad, baked beans, brownies fortune cookies beans, pudding beans, cookies Dinner Lunch Breakfast Saturday Chili dog, corn on Sub sandwiches, the cob, corn chips, apples chips Vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten free meals are available with the submission of the special needs form. Notification after June 15 may affect our ability to meet the requested needs. In the case of multiple or extreme allergies, it may be necessary for a Scout or adult leader to bring their own food to camp to supplement the menu. Menu subject to change

The Order of the Arrow O Thursday is OA day at camp. OA members are encouraged to show their lodge spirit by wearing OA t-shirts throughout the day and displaying their OA sash with their field uniform. O Sikhs Mox Lamonti lodge hosts an ice cream social and OA trading post open to all OA members on Thursday night. O There will also be an opportunity for Sikhs Mox members to walk the Brotherhood Trail. O All OA members are encouraged to participate in the service project and ceremonies.

Everybody Wants to Rule the World O Each Scout can sign up for 4 merit badges, except Scouts who O O fully participate in the Pathfinders program. Pathfinders uses 3 of the 4 merit badge sessions. (Less if they are already Tenderfoot or Second Class) In June, leaders will receive log-in information and instructions for merit badge registration. Scouts can choose 6 merit badge choices for up to 4 scheduled merit badge classes. Choices should be listed in order of preference. Schedules will be available during camp orientation and checkin. Schedules can be adjusted during merit badge shuffle at camp.

Into the Groove O Pathfinders: Our first year Scout program is specially designed for those who are new to Scouting, particularly those right out of Webelos. It teaches them basic Scouting skills, while introducing them to Scouting and Fire Mountain Scout Camp. Make sure that your new Scout understands that full participation in this program will occupy 3 of the 4 merit badge sessions offered. Pathfinders activities include: Totin’ Chip instruction, Firem’n Chit instruction, knots and lashings, map and compass, hiking, first aid, aquatics, plant and animal identification, and Scout spirit.

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Sharp Dressed Man O Get your t-shirts ordered soon; they are due to the Everett Service Center by June 6 th. The order form is on the Mount Baker Council website under “camp forms”.

QUESTIONS? THANK YOU WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT CAMP richard. szymanski@scouting. org