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Westmoreland-Fayette Council

Smoke Signals Special Camp Edition

2015 Camp Conestoga

Prepared. For Life. Camp Conestoga

offers Scouts a great environment to work on merit badges that you need to achieve the Eagle Rank. With a crystal clear swimming pool, a 6-acre lake complete with sail boats, a handicraft building, ecology and conservation area, a scoutcraft area and modern rifle and shotgun ranges, you will have the opportunity to earn merit badges that are not easily earned at home. The badges listed below are offered weekly at Camp Conestoga. Most badges can be completed during your stay, but some require the completion of pre-requisite requirements. These pre-requisites must be completed before you come to camp in order for you to earn the merit badge while at camp. Some merit badges also require an additional cost for program supplies. All merit badge pre-requisites and costs will be listed in the 2015 Camp Leader’s Guide. All Scoutmasters will receive a copy of the Leader’s Guide at the Camp Rally. Additional merit badges may be offered depending on the abilities of the camp staff and the participation of camp leaders. You will be notified of all additional merit badges being offered at camp upon your arrival.

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Merit Badge Listing Archery | Art | Athletics | Astronomy | Basketry | Bird Study | Camping Canoeing | Climbing | Coin Collecting | Cooking | Emergency Preparedness Environmental Science | Fingerprinting | Fire Safety | First-Aid Fishing | Fish & Wildlife Management | Fly Fishing | Forestry Geocaching | Geology | Indian Lore | Leather Work | Life Saving Mammal Study | Nature | Oceanography | Orienteering | Personal Fitness Photography | Pioneering | Pottery | Reptile & Amphibian Study | Rifle Shooting Rowing | Scouting Heritage | Salesmanship | Search & Rescue | Shotgun Shooting | Small Boat Sailing | Soil & Water Conservation Space Exploration | Sports | Sustainability | Swimming | Weather Welding | Wilderness Survival | Wood Carving | Woodworking

All Scouts should consult their Scoutmaster about their Merit Badge selections. Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge is limited to Scouts 14 years of age and older. Scouts should choose at least 3 Merit Badges. Scouts should come prepared to learn and have all Merit Badge pre-requisites completed as listed in the 2015 Camp Leaders’ Guide.

In addition to Merit Badges, Camp Conestoga offers several age-specific programs. For new Scouts: The PATHFINDER Program For Scouts 13 & older: Project COPE For Scouts 14 & older: Eagle Camp Plus Skilled Trades Merit Badge Camp/Week, Provisional Camp, and Mountain Man – Keep reading to find out more!

The PATHFINDER Program For 2015, an exciting Pathfinder Program is being offered at Camp Conestoga! The Pathfinder Program covers most of the requirements new or younger Scouts need to advance to the important rank of First Class. The program involves a full week of fun and interactive activities revolving around the subjects of knots and lashings, first aid, wood tool use and safety, compass use and orienteering, fire building and safety, camping, cooking, flag etiquette, nature, and hiking. The Pathfinder program is organized as a Scout Troop and uses the Patrol method with Camp Conestoga Staff members acting as Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, Senior Patrol Leader and Troop Guides. The participants will be placed into groups of 5 to 10 members who will function as a Patrol, with the participants selecting a daily Patrol Leader, patrol name, yell or cheer, and working in their Patrols.

Project C.O.P.E. Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience

Project COPE is a specialty program designed for Scouts age 14 and up and who have achieved the First Class rank. The COPE program helps Scouts build confidence and a positive attitude towards life’s challenges through themed activities and initiative games. Scouts are put to the test as they work together in teams to complete the various elements in Camp Conestoga’s low elements COPE course. All Scouts in the COPE program will have the opportunity to conquer Camp Conestoga’s 50 ft. climbing and rappelling tower and experience the 550 foot zip-line! Due to the time intensive nature of the program, all Scouts participating in this program will have limited Merit Badge choices. The COPE program also requires fair weather since the tower and low-elements course cannot be safely completed in the rain.

Camp Conestoga Parents/Visitors Night Parents/Visitors Night for the Boy Scout Resident camp will be held every WEDNESDAY NIGHT. COME JOIN US AND SHARE SOME OF THE CAMP EXPERIENCE WITH YOUR SON!

Schedule of Events 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:15 p.m.

Dinner (Cafeteria Style) Zipline Open for Visitors Anything That Floats Race Flag Ceremony OA Calling out Ceremony Campfire (Troop Participation)

Visitor Night Open Zip line During the summer, visitors will be able to use the Zip line on Family Night. The participant requirements are as follows:

Traditionally, parents bring picnic type foods or desserts for the troop, parents and guests to eat in the campsite. However, dinner will be available in the dining hall for a fee of $5.00 per person. All Scoutmasters must be informed of any family having dinner in the camp dining hall and the number of people attending. The dinner fee may paid at the door.

• All participants must be at least 14 years old. • All participants must have a signed and completed waiver

Parents/visitors bringing items to camp may not park in or close to the campsite. All parents/visitors should be prepared to walk from the main parking lot and make sure the items being brought to camp are easily transported.

The Wednesday Night Zip line is open from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Please be prompt because there will be several activities at the lakefront and all activities will cease at 7:00pm for Colors and the OA Calling Out Ceremony.

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(obtainable from www.wfbsa.org). If under 18, the waiver must be also be signed by participant’s parent or guardian.

• All participants must purchase a ticket from Camp Office ($5.00). Arrangements to participate in this activity can be made through an adult leader that is staying at camp.

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Reservation Fee – ALL SCOUTS $50.00 PER BOY – Due in the Council Service Center by MARCH 6, 2015. The troop will receive the discounted fee to be paid in full by May 8, 2015 for only the number of Scouts that the Troop has paid $50 for by this date. Exception will be Webelos Scouts moving to the troop; they will receive the discounted price until May 8th This fee is necessary to hold the troop campsite and is credited toward the remaining balance. The fee is NONREFUNDABLE, but is transferable

Camp Fees – Westmoreland Fayette Council, Scouts $315.00 PER BOY, PER WEEK, IF PAID IN FULL BY MAY 8, 2015.

$335.00 PER BOY, PER WEEK, IF PAID IN FULL AFTER MAY 8, 2015.

Camp Fees – Out of Council Scouts

$335.00 PER BOY, PER WEEK, IF PAID IN FULL BY MAY 8, 2015. $355.00 PER BOY, PER WEEK, IF PAID IN FULL AFTER MAY 8, 2015.



Troop Fee:

$25.00 per troop, this fee reserves the campsite, and may be rolled over from year to year.

Second Week of Camp Fee:

$280. 00 PER BOY, PER WEEK OF CAMP.

Camp Fees – Units Cooking in their Campsite

$70.00 price reduction per Scout by prior arrangements. The fee is $245.00 PER BOY for Council Troops and $265 for Out of Council Troops

Leader Fees: The First 2 leaders for every unit are free. Beyond the initial 2 leaders, a ratio of 1 leader to every 8 scouts will allow an additional leader to attend camp at no charge. Units bringing more than 2 leaders that do not meet the 1 to 8 ratio will be charged $200.00 per additional leader. 01-16 Scouts = 2 Free Adults Beyond 32 Scouts the ratio stays the same. 17 –24 Scouts = 3 Free Adults One more free adult at 33, 41, 49, 57, 65, etc. 25 – 32 Scouts = 4 Free Adults

Family Discount: Fee for second (and subsequent) Scouts attending Camp Conestoga there will be a $40 per Scout discount. The fee is $275 for Council Troops and $295 for Out of Council troops. Families with Scouts attending both Conestoga and Buck Run will receive a 15% discount on the second (and subsequent) Scout camp fees.

REMINDER: A COMPLETED TROOP ROSTER WITH ALL YOUTH AND ADULTS ATTENDING IS REQUIRED WHEN MAKING DEPOSITS ON MARCH 6, 2015 MAKING FINAL PAYMENTS ON MAY 8, 2015 AND WHEN YOUR TROOP CHECKS IN AT CAMP.

Camp Conestoga Refund Policy

Deposit Fees are NON – REFUNDABLE. Any fees paid over and above the non – refundable deposits may be refunded ONLY under the following conditions.  The youth is approved for a campership after the payment is received.  The youth cannot attend camp due to a physician’s recommendation concerning illness, or injury. Cancellation is required at least 48 hours prior to his Troop’s arrival at camp. Notification must be made to the Camp Director either by mail or phone.  The youth cannot attend camp due to a family emergency involving accidents or death in the family. Cancellation is required at least 48 hours prior to his Troop’s arrival at camp, if possible. Notification must be made to the Camp Director either by mail or phone. After the cancellation occurs, ALL REFUND REQUESTS, must be submitted in writing to the Council Service Center within 30 days FROM SCHEDULED THE DATE OF ARRRIVAL. All refund requests received later than 30 days will be denied. ALL REFUNDS WILL BE DISTRIBUTED TO THE UNIT.

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Camp Conestoga | Check List | What to Bring

Please mark ALL equipment and clothing with your name and unit number Clothing          

Miscellaneous

Supplies

Scout Uniform Extra T-Shirts Extra Shorts/Pants Extra Socks Extra Underwear Boots/ Sturdy Shoes Jacket/ Sweatshirt Raincoat/ Poncho Swim Trunks Scout Hat

Personal  Shower/ Personal Toiletries  Toothbrush/ Toothpaste  Shower Shoes

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Pocket Knife Flashlight Extra Batteries/ Bulb Canteen Footlocker Eating Utensils Insect Repellent Compass

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Paper & Pencils Rope Matches Hiking Stave Fire Starters Scout Handbook Survival Kit Camera (if desired)

Bedding    

Sleeping Bag/Blankets Pillow Ground cloth Large sheet of cardboard to cushion springs

Do NOT Bring

Fireworks | Ammunition | Pets | Sheath Knives | Alcoholic Beverages Electronic Games | Kerosene or Gas Lanterns

Housing

Health Lodge

All scouts and leaders will be staying in Boy Scout issue widewall canvas tents on wooden platforms. There are 2 metal cots per tent. It is necessary for all campers to bring cardboard or some type of padding to separate their sleeping bags from the metal springs.

Our modern, state of the art Health Lodge is staffed by qualified, fully licensed personnel 24 hours a day in order to provide immediate first aid and to administer prescriptions and medications to campers and leaders.

There is a pavilion, picnic tables, fire circle and bulletin board located at each campsite. Running water and bathhouses are located near each campsite. Your campsite will be your home while you are at camp. You are expected to keep it clean.

Camp Conestoga Contact Information The camp telephone is available for business and emergency use only. All parents wishing to contact a camper should call 814-445-2018. A message will be delivered to the scout. Camp telephone is available for scouts/leaders to use in emergencies. It’s a good idea for parents wishing to hear from their campers to send them with a pre-paid phone card. There is a camp mailbox that is checked each day and mail will be delivered to troop mailbox in camp office. All campers can also send mail as well; postcards and stamps will be available for purchase in our Trading Post. Parents sending mail should do so early in the week to ensure its arrival. All incoming mail should be addressed as follows: Camper’s Name Troop #/Campsite Camp Conestoga 255 Conestoga Camp Road Somerset, PA 15501

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All medications are required to be checked in and kept in the health lodge. Parents should send the medications and instructions with their son. The scout then visits the Health Lodge as needed to take their medication. It is the scout’s responsibility to see that he takes his medications as prescribed.

Medical Forms and Special Accommodations BSA requirements state that all campers, youth and adults, bring with them a copy of a completed medical form which is available at the Council Service Center. This form must be completed annually and signed by a licensed physician. • Bring only a COPY of your completed medical form. • All special accommodations such as diet restrictions should be brought to the attention of the camp director at least 2 weeks before your scheduled arrival date.

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Laurel Highlands Trail Expedition | 2015

Date: The Westmoreland Fayette Council will be offering a Laurel Highlands Trail expedition in 2015 during every camp week.

Cost: $175.00 per person which will include all meals, transportation to

and from the Trail, Trail patch, 2 t-shirts. Tents and crew equipment will be provided. Note this price is instead of camp fee.

Program: Backpack the complete Laurel Highlands Trail- 70 miles.

Crew Organization: 12 person crew with at least two adults. Registration may be by individual or with a troop crew. Space is limited, you should register for this expedition quickly.

Scout Participants must be at least 13 years old by January 1, 2015. A completed BSA Health form is required for all participants. Daily hikes can be up to 15 miles in a day.

The participants will assemble at Camp Conestoga on Saturday, The day before Camp session at 1:00 p.m. They will begin their hike on Sunday and return on Friday afternoon of the Camp session. The Camp will provide a Trail Ranger to accompany the crew for the first two days. During the course of the hike the crew will do a service project for the Trail. Upon completion of the Trail the participants will have completed the hiking requirements and part of the service requirements for the 50 Miler Award. Some requirements of the Hiking and Backpacking merit Badges will be completed.

Registration Deadline will be Friday, March 8, 2015 with full payment of$175.00 due upon registration. Find registration form in this newsletter. A packet of information will be sent out upon registration. Questions? Contact Jack Waite at 724-837-1630 or [email protected]

Skilled Trades Merit Badge Week/Camp We will offer this Camp for Scouts during Week 6 (July 27 - August 2) at Camp Conestoga using the Chief West campsite. Camp Fee : 1st week at Camp Conestoga in 2014 - $315.00 | 2nd week at Camp Conestoga in 2015 - $280.00 •

The camp staff will offer 7 merit badges and are looking to recruit Counselors for each badge including: Welding, Wood Working, Painting, Electricity, Automotive Maintenance, Plumbing and Home Repairs.



Scouts who attend the Camp will be able to choose merit badges from the list that they would like to work on. There will be a limit on the number of Scouts who can register for the Camp and we will have a meeting of participants in May to discuss the details of the camp.



Camp staff will design a schedule for the week based on time needed for each merit badge.



The Camp Program Director is working to organize the Camp and recruit interested Merit Counselors to teach the merit badges being offered. The Skilled Trades Camp registration form can be found in this newsletter. Any Adult Scouter who is interested in being a counselor for the merit badges to be offered should contact Jack Waite at 724-837-1630 or [email protected]

Eagle Camp | Camp Conestoga June 28- July 4, 2015

TOTAL FEE: $315.00 - First week at Camp Conestoga $280.00 - Second week at Camp Conestoga Registration Fee: $50.00 due upon registration Balance must be paid by May 8, 2015 DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION: May 8, 2015 REGISTRATION: Limited to First Class, Star and Life Scouts who previously attended 2015 Summer Camp at Conestoga or a previous 2015 Unit long term experience at another council camp. PROGRAM: Merit badges offered: Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the World, Communications, Personal Management, and Family Life. (Scouts must sign up to take at least two, but no more than four of these badges.) Scouts are required to prepare for camp by initiating the time requirement sections of any merit badges before camp to avoid the partial completion of the badges. During their stay at Eagle Camp, the Scouts will be going on a variety of field trips that are specifically designed to meet the requirements of those badges offered. The scouts shall be required to attend specific program sessions designed for the Eagle Camp. Further program information of the Eagle Camp shall be forwarded to the individual campers following registration.

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Mountain Man Program Looking to hone your outdoor skills beyond what’s taught in merit badge courses? Think you’ve got what it takes to tame the wilderness? Scouts age 13 and older are encouraged to join the Mountain Man program – a program dedicated to developing advanced outdoor and survival skills. From axe throwing to open fire and Dutch oven cooking, Scouts will participate in a variety of activities that they can then take back to their troop and patrols that are seeking a rigorous, heightened, Scouting experience.

Provisional Camp

2015 Season at Camp Conestoga

Do you think one week of camp is exciting? Is your troop camping somewhere else this summer? Will you be on vacation during your troop’s week at camp? If this is the case, then don’t miss out on the True Scouting Experience 2015. Join us at provisional camp for your chance to experience all the Camp Conestoga has to offer. The camp will provide adult leadership for provisional camp-all that’s missing is you!

Provisional Camp Fee: 1st week at Camp Conestoga in 2015 - $315.00 2nd week at Camp Conestoga in 2015 - $280.00 Registration form can be found on page 6.

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Camp Service Project Discount Program Troops may earn a $10.00 discount per each Participant (Scouts/ Parents / Leaders) participating in a one day service project at Camp Conestoga between May 1 and June 13, 2015. To earn this discount a troop must: • Complete a project (8 hours of service) at Camp Conestoga by both youth and adults of the troop. Recruit enough help to complete the project in one weekend. •

The project must be from the approved project list. Projects are offered first come first served.



Complete a Service Project Registration form at least 30 days before the requested date. Found in this newsletter.



Complete a service project completion form listing the names and number of Scouts/ Parents/ Leaders participants.

Contact your Troop Scoutmaster about registering your Troop to do a service project.

Contact Jack Waite for more information on this program at 724-837-1630 or [email protected]

The Council will provide: • Camp site at Camp Conestoga for up to two nights without charge. • Tools, materials and project direction.





Philmont 2016 Council Contingent We will have a contingent of 36 participants or 3 crews for Philmont in 2016. Our dates have not yet been set. Travel dates and itinerary will be set by Council High Adventure Committee. Philmont is 137,493 acres of challenging Scout adventure set in among the mountains and mesas of Northeastern New Mexico. Philmont’s mountain terrain ranges in elevation from 6,660 feet at headquarters to 12, 441 at the top of Mt. Baldy. Wildlife is abundant on Philmont’s forested mountains and grassy plains. Explore the Philmont high-country on a 12-day backpacking expedition. Experience the thrill of climbing mountains over two miles high. Learn technical rock climbing, archaeological excavation techniques, and black-smithing. Relive the bygone days of the Old West as you ride a Western saddle horse, learn the ways of the mountain man, pack burros and pan for gold in a clear mountain stream. Discover the wonder of Scouting’s paradise as over 650,000 Scouts and leaders have since 1939. A Scout must be 14 by January 1, 2016 or completed 8th grade prior to participation. A crew is 7 -12 people including 2 leaders. All participants, both youth and adult must meet the Height and Weight requirements. The Westmoreland-Fayette Council will be sending a Council contingent to Philmont in 2015. Because of the tremendous demand for Philmont expeditions local troops will not be able to get reservation. Individuals or troops may register as a part of the 36 spaces in the Council Contingent we have for 2016. Contact Jack Waite at the Council Service Center, 724-837-1630 or [email protected]. The Cost for each participant will be at least $2,100. Final Price will be set in 2015. See form in this newsletter. Please register for Philmont 2016 with a $100 deposit by May 1, 2015.

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Charles (Charlie) A. Yarris Campership Fund CAMP CONESTOGA and CAMP BUCK RUN

EBERLY SCOUT RESERVATION

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CAMPERSHIP GUIDELINES

In July of 2013 the Campership Fund of the Westmoreland Council was named in honor of Charles(Charlie) A. Yarris longtime Scoutmaster of Troop 608,chartered to the Third Presbyterian Church of Uniontown. Charlie has been Scoutmaster for over 40 years and continues to be active in Scouting and has camped with his Troop at Camp Conestoga every summer during that time. Charlie has always done his best to make sure his Scouts come to Camp no matter what their financial circumstances. That’s what the Campership Fund is all about! Annually over $4,000 is awarded to Cub Scouts and Scouts who qualify for assistance. We actively seek donations to help the Council to continue to offer this assistance to our Cub Scouts and Boys Scouts and their families! Contact the Council Service Center to make a financial contribution to the Campership Fund The Campership Program is designed to aid, but not support, Scouts who would not be able to attend camp without financial assistance -- remembering that A SCOUT IS THRIFTY and WORKS to pay his own way and helps others.

Campership Information AVAILABLITY & REVIEW PROCEDURES • Campership applications will be reviewed by the campership committee. The Reservation Director shall be given power of approval beginning the first day of Staff training week. • Camperships shall be available for all RESIDENT CAMPS. • Camperships will be considered on a first come, first served basis. • All campership applications must be received no later than April 13, 2015. APPLICATION PROCEDURES • Applications are available on council website. Unit leaders are responsible for completing the “unit information” section and distributing applications to families with a perceived need. • Parents or Guardians are responsible for the remainder of the application and for its submission. • Incomplete applications will be denied.

Camp Conestoga 2015 MERIT BADGE SCHEDULE AREA 9 AM 10 AM 11 AM POOL Swimming Open Swim POOL Life Saving Cub Swimming Open Swim POOL Cub Swimming Open Swim LAKE Canoeing Cub Boating LAKE Rowing Open Boating LAKE Fishing Fly Fishing Personal Fitness Sports Athletics FITNESS WOODCRAFT Environmental Science Nature/Mammal Study WOODCRAFT Reptile & Amphibian Space Exploration WOODCRAFT Soil & Water Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Geology CAMPCRAFT Pioneering Orienteering CAMPCRAFT Wilderness Survival Emergency Preparedness CAMPCRAFT Camping Cooking HANDICRAFT Pottery Art Photography HANDICRAFT Leatherwork Basketry Woodcarving SHOOTING RANGE Rifle Shooting Open Rifle ARCHERY SHOOTING Archery Open Archery COPE Climbing PATHFINDER Pathfinder Program TRADES Wood Working OTHER Coin Collecting *Finger Printing will offered as an evening program in Handicraft Area

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2:30 PM 3:30 PM 4:30 PM 1:30 PM Instructional Swim Swimming Open Swim Pathfinder Swim Unit Leader Training Unit Leader Training Open Swim Snorkeling Lifesaving Snorkeling Open Swim S mall Boat Sailing Small Boat Sailing Canoeing Rowing Personal Fitness Sports Athletics Personal Fitness Weather Oceanography Sustainability Forestry Space Exploration Nature/Mammal Study Astronomy Geology Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Soil & Water Geocaching Orienteering Pioneering Fire Safety Mountain Man Wilderness Survival Camping Search and Rescue Emergency Preparedness Leave No Trace Pottery Art Sculpture Pottery Leatherwork Woodcarving Basketry Leatherwork Shotgun Shooting Open Shotgun Archery Open Archery COPE Instructional Swim Indian Lore First Aid First Aid Welding Welding Salesmanship

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Specialty Camp and Philmont Registration Form _________ I would like to register for EAGLE CAMP- June 28-July 4, 2015 _________ I would like to register for SKILLED TRADES CAMP- July 26-August 1, 2015 _________ I would like to register for LAUREL HIGHLANDS TRAIL EXPEDITION for this week:

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___________ I would like to register for PHILMONT EXPEDITION FOR 2016: Scout Name________________________________________Unit ______ District _____________________ Address______________________________________________________ Phone______________________ Scout Birthdate______________ Parent Email Address___________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Signature _________________________________________________________________ Scoutmaster Approval (Eagle and Trades Camps only)__________________________________________ __________ Registration fee ($50.00) enclosed for each Specialty Camp or ($100.00) for Philmont. Specialty Camp Balance must be paid before May 8, 2015. Philmont payment schedule to be announced. Mail to: Westmoreland-Fayette Council 2 Garden Center Drive Greensburg, Pa 15601

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Westmoreland-Fayette Council National Youth Leadership Training Course July 2 to July 8, 2015 Camp Buck Run/ Somerset, PA Talk to your Scoutmaster about attending. The course takes place at Camp Buck Run, part of the Eberly Scout Reservation in Somerset County. Aims are teaching scouts the skills they need to hold a leadership position in the troop. Organized into patrols, scouts cook, eat, and attend hands on learning sessions with other scouts from across the Westmorland-Fayette Council. Attendance at the course is limited to those scouts who meet the following requirements: • Be at least 14 years of age • Be at least first class • Be proficient in scout skills (such as knots, first aid, cooking ect.) • Be recommended by the scoutmaster of your troop • Be enthusiastic about learning new skills The course covers a lot of material in a relatively short amount of time and can be demanding at times. But having said this, the skills you learn in the course can benefit you anywhere in your life where you find yourself in a leadership position. If you have any further questions feel free to call the Council Service Center for more information. The six day experience is conducted by the Westmoreland Fayette Council. We will provide each scout with a meaningful Scouting experience that will enhance their knowledge and create a deeper understanding of their role and responsibilities as a leader. NYLT integrates the best modern leadership theory with the traditional strengths of the Scouting experience, Through activities, presentations, challenges, discussion, and audio-visual support. NYLT participants engage in a unified approach to leadership that gives skill and confidence to lead well. Cost of the course is $175.00 and includes food, printed materials, t-shirt, hat, lanyard, patch, program supplies, and a quality, enthusiastic, trained staff.

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CAMP CONESTOGA

2 01 5 S U M M I T T RE K Find out how you can be a part oF the camp conestoga summit trek at www.wFbsa.org or by calling (724) 837-1630

THE SUMMIT TREK The Summit Bechtel Reserve is the BSA’s newest national Scout reserve located in Southern West Virginia. The Summit opened in 2013 by hosting over 40,000 participants and visitors at its inaugural National Scout Jamboree. Beginning in 2014, The Summit began operating summer seasonal programs that include high adventure, Scout Camp and training programs. The Westmoreland Fayette Council and Camp Conestoga are pleased to make available in 2015, a program that has been exclusively designed for us -- The Summit Trek. The program gives Camp Conestoga Scouts and Venturers the opportunity to spend several days at the Bechtel Summit enjoying world class adventure venues. Your Summit Trek includes meals, roundtrip transportation to the Bechtel Summit, and Scott Summit Center programming (including required equipment). A tent and cot will be provided for you while at the Summit. Beginning Monday evening, you have full access to the Scott Summit Center activity venues. In the evenings, Summit Center becomes the hub of all Summit actvities as all Summit program participants from the Paul R. Christen National High Adventure Base, James C. Justice National Scout Camp and special programs, like the Camp Conestoga Summit Trek, mingle and enjoy the Summit Center venues. On Friday morning, we will return to Camp Conestoga and you will spend the rest of the day with your home troop. COST: $460 per youth or adult (must be at least 13 years old to participate) (Please note that Camp Conestoga requires a minimum weekly crew size of 2 adults and 6 youth).

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SUMMIT CHECK-IN & ORIENTATION

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ARRIVE CAMP CONESTOGA RETURN TO UNIT.

OPENING PROGRAM

ACTION POINT • Canopy Tours • Challenge Courses • BMX Race Tracks • Skateboard Plaza • Static Archery Range • Tomahawk Throw • CONSOL Energy Bridge • Harvey Mountain Bike Trails GATEWAY VILLAGE • Scott Visitors Center • Sustainability Treehouse • Summit Center Ziplines • 37°N Outfitters GOODRICH LAKE EAST • Kayaking GOODRICH LAKE WEST • Stand-up Paddleboard • Water Reality Obstacle Course BOULDER COVE • Climbing • Rappeling • Bouldering FREEDOM FIELD • Sporting Arrows

CLOSING PROGRAM

SUMMIT CENTER ACTIVITIES

James C. Justice National Scout Camp Action Point Gateway Landing Sustainability Treehouse

Goodrich Lake East Brownsea Island

Goodrich Lake West Boulder Cove

AT&T Summit Stadium Legacy Landing

Freedom Field

Zip Launch

Scott Visitors’ Center