PROGRAM GUIDEBOOK Utah National Parks Council™, Boy Scouts of America®

High Uintah Scout Camp

2016

Utah National Parks Council™, Boy Scouts of America®

HIGH UINTAH SCOUT CAMP A 2014 Nationally Accredited Camp of the Boy Scouts of America

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1 Camp General Information High Uintah Scout Camp History

The High Uintah Scout Camp is hosted by the Ashley National Forest Service land. The camp has had various locations over the years, including East Park, Whiterocks Campground, Oaks Park and the present location Windy Park. The exact year of when the camp started is unknown. Some say that its history goes back as far as 1956. In the beginning, very few merit badges (8) were taught. Equipment was basic as two bows and a canoe.

Camp Director Brian Kellogg 435-790-5427

Asst. Camp Director Sarah John 435-790-4096, [email protected]

Bicycles

Bicycles are welcome at High Uintah Camp

The Camp has completed many conservation ONLY on designated trails and roads. If Scouts projects, cooperating with Ashley National Forest. Our Camp has made improvements on the or leaders intend to bring bicycles to camp, they must wear a helmet at all times. Oaks Park, East Park, and Whiterocks Campgrounds. This Camp is one of the few wilderness camps left nationally. The Windy Park Camp site gives Scouts a real hands on opportunity for conservation, service and experience in the outdoors at its finest. The Camp has survived at a great sacrifice to many dedicated leaders. Originally, a professional Scouter served as the Camp Director. In 1987, Max Young became the first volunteer to serve as the Camp Director. His son Slade Young took over as Camp Director from 2006 to 2013. The Camp Director position was then handed over in 2014 to our current Camp Director Brian Kellogg. To make this mobile camp possible, it takes the help of about 40 youth staff and over 30 adult staff members. Thanks for wanting to be a part of this exciting challenge!!

Blue Cards

We provide the merit badge blue cards. By registering your scouts, you agree that they are “qualified to begin working on the merit badge” as stated on the blue card.

Campfires & Fire Restrictions

NO FIRES! NO FIRES! NO CAMPFIRES! Propane cook stoves are allowed. The general rule is “if you can turn it on and off, then you may use it.” Charcoal briquettes may be allowed in a container 18 inches above the ground but are highly discouraged! Be advised that some years briquettes are not allowed. It depends on the moisture and the Forest Service directives. Purchase a propane fire rings for your unit. You will love that you can turn it off and scouts will go to bed.

Meals and Menus

All meals are the troop’s responsibility. Use your best judgment to meet your troop’s individual needs. Our camp is 9,200 feet above sea level. This makes cooking different and requires more time for meal preparation. Cold storage food containers are recommended. Please, store food/coolers away from sleeping areas and in-closed trailers or trucks at night. We have had bears in and around camp the last few years.

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Camp General Information Pre-Camp Swim Checks

Due to the very cold water at our mountain camp, all swim checks must be done at camp.

Prescriptions in Camp

The unit leader is responsible for proper, locked storage and distribution of scouts’ prescription medication.

Phone Use & Mailing Address

There are NO telephones at camp and cellular phone capability is very limited at our location. Contacting the Vernal Scout Office may be the best way to relay messages. Vernal Scout Service Center 240 E 100 N, Vernal, UT 84078 435-789-9108

Showers, Latrines, and Water Buffalos

Showers are unavailable in camp. Please be able to provide your own. Portable outhouses are provided.

Vehicles in Camp

In the interest of camper safety, the following restrictions apply to vehicles at camp: 

Potable water is located throughout the camp in water buffalos. Don’t drink directly from the hose.

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Don’t leave the hose in the dirt. Bring water containers to fill.

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Trading Post

The camp Trading Post provides a wide assortment of souvenir, program, and comfort items for sale. Handicraft Kits, program supplies, patches, T-shirts, hats, candy, and soft drinks. $25 - $50 should be sufficient to meet the needs of most Scouts, depending on the activities they are participating in and the projects they wish to complete. The Trading Post accepts cash and checks. Operating hours 9:30am to 5:00pm.

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Once camp is in session personal vehicles should be parked at your campsite facing the road until camp is over. Passengers are not to ride in the back of pickup trucks or on trailers at any time.* Seat belts must be used when traveling to and from camp and on camp roads.* The speed limit on all camp roads is 5 mph. If you have scouts doing waterfront merit badges you will need to provide rides for them.

Visitors

We welcome visitors and volunteers. Visitors are asked to check in at the First Aid trailer or staff area. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend the closing campfire program on Friday night beginning at 7 pm.

Wildlife

Do not attempt to handle snakes, spiders, skunks, raccoons or any other wildlife at Trees camp. No hunting or harming is allowed. In Please do not cut any live or dead trees most cases, if you leave them alone, they unless permitted by a camp official. The use will leave you alone. Our camp is in bear of chain saws in camp must be approved by country. Keep “smellables” in smell-proof the Camp Director and Ashley National Forest containers. Keep your camp area free of Service. garbage.

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Camp General Information Directions and Maps (40 °4537.49 N 109°3824.37 W)

High Uintah Scout Camp is on Forest Service Road 215, just west of Oaks Park Reservoir. You must enter Windy Park from Red Cloud Loop (Forest Service Road 018). You cannot enter from the North by vehicle. The following link will take you North out of Vernal on Hwy 191 to the Red Cloud Loop turn-off (34 miles, 1 hour 16 min): http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Vernal,+UT&daddr=forest+service+road+215+utah&hl=en&ll=40.618643,109.526825&spn=0.409144,0.889206&sll=40.75701,-109.650335&sspn=0.025519,0.055575&geocode=FVxNaQIdVLl4SmLj8GjR2JFhzHcJMG7bwCkog%3BFZkPbgIdr-F2-SlVAi4STflPhzHSv-ts8Ued8g&oq=Vernal&vpsrc=6&mra=ls&t=m&z=11

Another variation of this route is to go by East Park and avoid the narrow road past Iron Springs (43 miles, 1 hour 40 min): http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Vernal,+UT&daddr=40.774682,-109.5598669+to:40.7386587,109.6614831+to:Forest+Service+Rd+215&hl=en&ll=40.640009,-109.515839&spn=0.409013,0.889206&sll=40.753044,109.639349&sspn=0.05104,0.111151&geocode=FVxNaQIdVLl4-SmLj8GjR2JFhzHcJMG7bwCkog%3BFRosbgIdxj94SlFu5wGBFZFhzGvlvIWoaKSbA%3BFWKfbQId1bJ2-Sk1vNiwY_lPhzEsIsxeavM5pg%3BFa_zbQIdOwV3Q&oq=Vernal&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=3&sz=14&via=1,2&t=m&z=11

The following link will take you North on 2500 West to the Taylor Mountain Road (26 miles, 1 hour 15 min; more than half bumpy, dirt road):

http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Vernal,+Uintah,+UT&daddr=40.46263,-109.5743+to:40.750703,109.6388008+to:Forest+Service+Rd+024&hl=en&ll=40.617601,-109.554977&spn=0.40915,0.889206&sll=40.747257,109.626389&sspn=0.051045,0.111151&geocode=FVxNaQIdVLl4-SmLj8GjR2JFhzHcJMG7bwCkog%3BFSZpaQIdZAd4SkTWw1l_olPhzE5Lq7r8S97SA%3BFW_ObQIdcAt3-SnFOIq8P_lPhzE2EefK4dgWgw%3BFb70bQIdsQd3Q&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=3&sz=14&via=1,2&t=m&z=11

Last but not least, is a very scenic route through Dry Fork Canyon (42 miles from Vernal, 2 hours 15 min; also bumpy, dirt road):

http://maps.google.com/maps?saddr=Vernal,+Uintah,+UT&daddr=40.46263,-109.5743+to:40.5479156,-109.6558272+to:40.7434,109.64346+to:Forest+Service+Rd+024&hl=en&ll=40.628024,-109.58313&spn=0.409086,0.889206&sll=40.749338,109.636946&sspn=0.051043,0.111151&geocode=FVxNaQIdVLl4-SmLj8GjR2JFhzHcJMG7bwCkog%3BFSZpaQIdZAd4SkTWw1l_olPhzE5Lq7r8S97SA%3BFUu2agId7ch2-SmV28e2n_RPhzGlDr60L36c2A%3BFeixbQIdPPl2-Snh1aO9bvlPhzHGUQw-VUfQBw% 3BFf3zbQIdjAd3-Q&vpsrc=6&mra=dme&mrsp=4&sz=14&via=1,2,3&t=m&z=11

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2 Preparing for Camp Personal Equipment Checklist - Each Leader/Boy Clothing □ Official BSA Shirt □ Official BSA Pants/Zip-off □ Official BSA Belt □ Official BSA Socks (2 pair) □ BSA Activity T-Shirts □ Jacket/Coat □ Hat □ Hiking Shoes □ Socks (5 pair) □ Underwear (5 pair) □ Pajamas □ Rain/Muck Boots □ Swimming Suit Sleeping Gear □ Cot □ Pad □ Sleeping Bag

□ Blanket □ Pillow □ Ground Cloth Toiletries □ Soap □ Shampoo □ Deodorant □ Comb □ Towels □ Wash Cloths □ Toothbrush/Paste □ Sunscreen/Lip Balm □ Insect Repellant □ Personal First Aid Kit □ Sandals □ Personal Medications

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Scout Handbook Compass Watch Canteens/Water Bottles Pocketknife (3” Folding) Wallet/Money Scriptures Flashlight Sunglasses Laundry Bag Garbage Bag

Optional □ Bicycle & Helmet □ Small Musical Instrument □ Fishing Gear □ Camera □ Mountain Man Regalia

Essentials

Troop Equipment Checklist Shelter □ Tents & Equipment □ Dining Tent/Fly □ Tables & Chairs Cooking □ Cookware □ Eating Utensils □ Propane □ Propane Stoves □ Matches □ Tin Lizzy for Briquettes (18” off the ground) □ Cold Storage Containers

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Water Containers w/water Dishes Cleaning Supplies Garbage Bags FOOD! Place to secure Food/Coolers at night

Other □ Bike Equipment □ Portable Shower □ Propane Fire Ring □ Additional Program Material □ Lanterns

□ Washtub/basin □ U.S. Flag & Troop Flag Things to Leave at Home □ Jewelry □ Audio Electronics □ Firearms & Ammunition □ Large Sheath Knives □ Fireworks □ Pets □ FIREWOOD (NO Wood burning fires at camp)

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3 Camp Program ARCHERY

Sign-up as individual Scouts online. Plan on an hour for bookwork and another hour for shooting time. Also, they may need to return to work on their bowstrings and arrows when they have extra time. There is a $5.00 fee per scout.

BASKETRY

Basket kits need to be purchased from the trading post to earn this merit badge. Fee: $12.00 for kit.

CAT-EYE TRAIL

This is a night orienteering course and fulfills several requirements for the Orienteering merit badge. Whether or not a Scout is working on that merit badge, it is a fun time to test and improve skills. Leaders will need to supervise this activity. Scouts will need to be prepared with compasses and flashlights.

This section describes the activities, programs, and other major programs CHAPEL of this camp. Reading this section will We have a camp chaplain on staff. Units are encourto have a unit daily devotional. An optional help you better plan your camping ex- aged Chapel Devotional is also held at 6:45am for those perience, and determine early on that may be interested. Scouts are encouraged to with a scout leader. The chapel will be open what you want to participate in, and attend each day. Check ours with the Chaplain. what your camping goals might be. CPR CHECKS Merit Badge Classes This is only a review of CPR, no certification. DemonDue to the yearly change in staff members, the classes may change. We do our best to offer the merit badges listed. Please be patient and tolerant of the adjustments we may need to make when camp time arrives. Please instruct Scouts to be on time for the classes and take all needed materials for morning classes to flag ceremony (so time won’t be wasted running back to camp.)

strating CPR meets the requirement for First Aid and Rank Advancement.

CYBER CHIP

The Cyber Chip must be completed at home and signed by parents before camp. A copy of the Cyber Chip is required for the Digital Technology and Programming merit badges.

We do our best to help each scout complete all the requirements to earn the merit badges. Please help FISHING your scout complete any written requirements or oth- The Oaks Park Reservoir and local streams are a great er assignments during the week so they can go home place for fishing. The Division of Wildlife Resources with a completed merit badge. has boats to take scouts fishing. Their registration for High Uintah serves as a “fishing license” for the youth Merit badge classes must be selected prior to coming during the week they are at camp. Sign up at registo camp by each Scout. You will receive notification tration to go fishing with the DWR. Have a list of boys of how to register for classes. We are hoping to use a prepared before coming to registration. Also, it may separate website to register for individual merit be possible to use Waterfront equipment if it is availbadge classes. We are hoping to have it open by May able and it can be checked out with Aquatics Director 1st. Class selection will close July 8th, so plan ahead. if the scout leader has his Safety Afloat training.

ADVANCEMENT HIKE

This is an 8-10 mile hike offered on Friday afternoon. It will fulfill a requirement for advancement for 2nd Class. It can also be done for the total enjoyment. The hike will take you over a nearby ridge and down the canyon to see the Dyer Mine Smelter.

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RIFLE SHOOTING

Sign-up as a individual Scouts online. Have a list of your boys and their shooting times they are signing up for. There is a $10.00 fee per scout. Fees are paid online at registration. Make sure to bring a copy of the receipt and know which boys have been paid for. There will be no open or free time for individuals. Rifle range is only used for Scouts that have signed up at registration. Spots are limited. It is against BSA policy to bring any personal firearms of any kind to camp.

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Camp Program SENIOR PATROL LEADER MEETING

A SPL Meeting is held every day at the Registration Area at 5:15pm. Please encourage your SPL to be there and to report back to the troop.

Service Projects

Ashley National Forest service project ideas: Conservation Projects – piling dead wood and remove & transplant tree seedlings from dam Environmental Projects – piling rocks to reinforce streambeds or remove thistles from meadow Leave No Trace Projects – cleaning camp

Non-Advancement Program Opportunities Many programs are available to you while at camp that will provide activities and opportunities for you and your troop that, while they may not be directly helping youth earn advancements, they will help you accomplish the goals of Scouting.

CARTER TRAIL RUN

The Carter Trail is old trail that once ran through our camp. It was the main travel and supply route into Scouts will be taught Totin’ Chip at registration. Eve- the Uintah Basin. In honor of the trail, we have a ry Scout must have this to handle an ax or knife. It is camp wide activity night. Scouts assemble at the ama requirement for the Woodcarving merit badge. phitheater, where they are divided into groups for various competitions. Groups rotate through activities such as the stretcher relay, travois relay, and WATERFRONT High Uintah Camp uses the Oaks Park Reservoir for its others. Points and prizes are awarded. This is a great opportunity to interact with other troops and enjoy Water Front Area. All Scouts who participate in the the Scouting spirit. Waterfront activities must complete the swim check AT CAMP on Monday and Tuesday morning.

TOTIN’CHIP

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It will take two-3 hour blocks of time to earn rowing, kayaking, or canoeing. Scout leaders come prepared to transport scouts to and from waterfront in a vehicle with adequate seats and seatbelts. The water is very cold, about 60 degrees; prepare accordingly. Swimming is not allowed. The reservoir is also a great place for fishing and hiking. A certified lifeguard (staff) must be present for Scouts to be in the water or using waterfront equipment.

Duty to God Camp Program

While at camp, you will encounter the handiwork of God on many occasions. The Duty to God Camp Program will allow you to reflect on Him and also earn some recognition at the same time. All summer camp participants, including adult leaders, may participate in this program. You will receive the requirements for this program when you arrive at camp. Participation in the Duty to God Camp Program is voluntary. Ask Staff Chaplain for more details. Devotional at Chapel at 6:45am and Chapel open daily. Check with Champlain for open hours.

Extracurricular Opportunities OUTPOST ACTIVITIES: Friday afternoon is a time for finishing up work and turning in the assignments for the merit badges or you may have time to enjoy a troop-planned outing. The Ashley National Forest provides many opportunities to apply Scouting skills. There is hiking, biking, caving and much more! www.dinoland.com is a great source for ideas. Troop leaders may choose to plan a troop activity during that time.

HONOR TRAIL

This is a respectful presentation of the values of the Scout Oath and Law. It is done as a short hike and Scouts may want a flashlight.

MOUNTAIN MAN NIGHT

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This is a chance to remember the way the West once was. There will be mountain man games possibly including tomahawk throw, black powder shoot, atlatl throw, as well as, Rendezvous trading. So brush up on your history, put on your mountain man regalia, bring your items to trade and come join us for an entertaining evening.

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Camp Program Opportunities for Scout Leaders

SCOUTMASTER MEETINGS are held daily, Monday thru Thursday at the staff mess tent @ 3pm. This is a great time to make announcements and ask/answer questions. If you are switching adult leaders throughout the week, please make all new leaders aware of this meeting. It is very helpful with camp communication to have a leader from every troop at this meeting. Please pass along the leader folder (that we will give out at registration) to your replacement leader and correlate your Scouts’ progress. Scoutmaster Training Available:  Youth Protection  Safety Afloat/Safe Swim Defense  Planning and conducting a Safe Scout Outing  Role of the Scoutmaster  Leave No Trace

POLAR BEAR DIP

This adventure is for the truly insane and is supervised by the Aquatics Director at the waterfront area. Participates must dunk ten times in the frigid water to truly earn the title of “Polar Bear Dip Survivor.” This is done at 6 am on Wednesday morning. Don’t be LATE!

SUNRISE HIKE

This hike is supervised by camp staff and begins before the break of dawn on Friday. Any interested Scouts can gather and hike to a nearby mountain crest. It is a great chance to breathe in the great outdoors and reflect on one’s feeling on this early morning nature walk. Don’t be late.

Troop Awards

HONOR BEADS: Scouts & leaders will be given colored beads for participation in the following events: Carter Trail Run, Cat Eye, Mountain Man Activities, Honor Trail, Service Project, Activity with another troop, Campfire, Order of the Arrow Flag Ceremony, Polar Dip, Sunrise Hike and AdvanceWe will be offering OA elections and Ordeal ceremonies ment mile Hike. Please bring something to hang beads each week of camp. Please contact Daniel John 435-219- on and encourage Scouts to participate. These beads will 5816, District Chapter Advisor for more information. be given out at SPL Meeting. Elections and Call-Outs: All troops are encouraged to hold Order of the Arrow elections and call-outs in their own troops. Scouts need 15 nights of camping and need to be a 1st Class Rank to be eligible for election into the Order of the Arrow. Also, during the normal two weeks of camp, the OA will be available upon request to do elections for your units. Please ask at registration or at Scoutmaster Meetings for more details. OA Day is on Thursday. OA members are encouraged to wear their sash.

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Camp Program Camp Daily Schedule

The following is an example of our weekly schedule.

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Camp Program Program Areas

*The time to earn a merit badge will vary greatly from boy to boy and depending on the instructor from year to year. Some may require more out of class assignments. Please be flexible, prompt and be prepared for classes. Registration for merit badge classes must be completed before July 5th.

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Troop Roster & Medical Information

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Please fill out this roster and submit upon camp check-in with your Troop’s medical forms.

Troop #________ Scout Name

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Unit Sponsor________________

Emergency Contact

Scout Rank

Camp Fees

Medical Form

Medical Notes

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Name

Name

Name

CLEANUP TRASH WATER

TRASH WATER DISHES

CLEANCOOK UP

TRASH

CLEAN-UP

COOK

DISHES

WATER

COOK

DISHES

Wednesday

Monday Tuesday

DUTY ROSTER

You can use this roster to help boys stay organized in their camp duties.

Sample Duty Roster

DISHES COOK

CLEANUP

WATER

TRASH

CLEANUP

COOK

DISHES

WATER

TRASH

Thursday Friday

DISHES

WATER

TRASH

CLEANUP

COOK

Saturday

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You can use this guide to help you prepare your meals for the week.

Sample Menu Guide

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Breakfast #1 - Tuesday Grain:

Lunch #1 - Monday Grain:

Dinner #1 - Monday Grain:

Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Breakfast #2 - Wednesday Grain: Protein: Fruit:

Lunch #2 - Tuesday Grain: Protein: Fruit:

Dinner #2 - Tuesday Grain: Protein: Fruit:

Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Breakfast #3 - Thursday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy

Lunch #3 - Wednesday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy

Dinner #3 - Wednesday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy

Recipe:

Recipe:

Recipe:

Breakfast #4 - Friday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Lunch #4 - Thursday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Dinner #4 - Thursday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Breakfast #5 - Saturday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Lunch #5 - Friday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

Dinner #5 - Friday Grain: Protein: Fruit: Vegetable: Dairy Recipe:

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