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2018

Jeffrey/Soaring Eagle

Leaders Guide

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Welcome to Ben Delatour Scout Ranch

The following Leader’s Guide is intended to provide you with all the information you will need to

have a fun and safe week on our ranch. Every season we make a concerted effort to improve our

camp. For 2018 you will see continued changes in Trappers Rendezvous, our first year Scout

program, more camping options for Soaring Eagle patrol cooking, cowboy action shooting at the

shooting sports complex and a continued focus on rock climbing as our premier camp program.

Everyone that attends our camp will have an exciting but different experience. We recommend

you make copies and share this guide with all leaders and parents as you deem necessary. You

can never know too much about BDSR.

Adult opportunities are available as well. There is fishing in the Elkhorn Creek or maybe you want

to sit back in a chair on the porch of Coral Rock Dining Hall and marvel at the scenic view. There

are leader training sessions and hiking opportunities. Be sure to try your hand at all the Shooting

Sports areas. Whatever your choice, the staff at BDSR is anxiously awaiting your arrival.

Our program guide is broken up into two sections, general information and program. Inside the

program section you will find clear descriptions of what camp has to offer in merit badge

programs, high adventure activities, patrol and troop competitions and special features. Please

read all of the guide and don’t hesitate to copy and distribute any or all of it to Scouts and

parents to assist in your planning. Like us on Facebook at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch to see all the

breaking news about our camp.

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is regulated by the BSA as well as the State of Colorado Department of

Early Childhood, Childcare Division. Our licensing agent has informed us that all youth attending

our facility must have the State of Colorado Immunization form completely filled out as part

of their medical form submission. They will not accept any other form from any health care

provider no matter where you live. We understand parents reluctance to use the form but we

have no choice but to ask every parent to fill out the Colorado form for their child.

We never like to make changes but we must reserve the right to make any changes

deemed necessary in the best interest of our participants and the camp.

We hope this guide will answer all your questions. If you have additional questions or comments,

feel free to contact us at:

Longs Peak Council Camping Department

970-584-2202 (Cindy Batt, Camp Registrar)

[email protected]

Camp Jeffrey/ Soaring Eagle Leader’s Guide 2018

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Camp Jeffrey/Soaring Eagle Leaders’ Guide

Introduction 2

Table of Contents 3

Maps

Before Camp 7

At Camp 16

Program Section 22

Schedules and Charts 37

2016 Camp Fees and Dates 8

Payment Information and Refund Policy 9

Troop Adult Leadership 10

Medical Information 11-12

Forms to Complete Prior to Arrival 13

“Experience Tells Us” 14

Arriving At Camp 15

Registering for Merit Badge Classes 23

Program Overview 24

Weaver Lake (Aquatics) 25

Safari Club Shooting Sports Complex 26

Soaring Eagle 27

Camp Ducker 28

Coffin Shelter 29

Porter Handicraft Lodge 30

Nature Lodge 31

KOLA Lodge 32

Coral Rock Dining Hall 33

Alternative (non-merit badge) Opportunities 34-35

Adult Leader Opportunities 36

Jeffrey Scoutmaster Special Activities Schedule 38

Jeffrey Scout Scheduling Worksheet 39

Soaring Eagle Scoutmaster Special Activities Schedule 40

Soaring Eagle Scout Scheduling Worksheet 41

Travel Time Chart 42

Scout Ranch Pride Award 43

Facts to Know 44

BDSR Map 4 How to Get to BDSR 5 Program Map 6

Troop Campsite and Equipment Lists 17-18

Food Service Information 19

Soaring Eagle Camping 19

General Information (Telephone Service, Camp Store, Mail Service) 20

Order of the Arrow 21

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MAPS Due to file size, we have to limit our graphics for the online version of this guide. You can

download and print the following maps at: https://longspeakbsa.org/programs/camps-

camping/ben-delatour-scout-ranch/bdsr-maps/

How to Get to BDSR Map

BDSR Campsite and Program Map

BDSR Topo Map

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Before

Camp

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Camp Charles Jeffrey/Soaring Eagle

2018 Session Dates

Week 1– June 10-16



Week 4– July 8-14

Week 5– July 15-21

Week 6 July 22-28

Camp Fees

Scouts - $365 Adults- $150

Early Bird Discount- $10 off per person (including adults) when registered

(deposit paid) by December 1, 2017.

Peak Performance Discount: For Longs Peak Council units a discount of $47 on

registration fees for those units that meet their 2017 Peak Performance goal

or 2018 FOS goal (by April 1, 2018).

Camperships: Available to Scouts registered in Longs Peak Council units. Any

eligible Scout may apply after their name is added to the camp roster and by

downloading the Campership Request Form on the Council website. The form

must be returned to the Longs Peak Council office no later than April 1, 2018

to receive consideration.

All youth under the age of 18 will pay the Scout fee to attend camp.

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Longs Peak Council

Payment and Refund Policies

Troops will make reservations online using the Tentaroo registration program found at

longspeak.tentaroo.com. A $100.00 per unit deposit is due at the time of the reservation in or-

der for the registration to be valid. After December 1 the deposit increases to $50 per partici-

pant registered. Payments can be made online using eCheck or credit card or can be paid by

cash, check or credit card at the Council office. Reservations for the following summer may be

made either at departure from summer camp, or after September 1st of each year.

Payment Schedule

Date of Reservation: Pay $100.00 non-refundable deposit for the unit. After December 1

the deposit goes up to $50.00 per person.

By February 1st: First payment is due (1/2 balance owed). If this payment date is missed

your reservations may be forfeited to another unit.

By April 1st: deadline for Council Camperships and Peak Performance discount.

By May 1st: Final payment due (balance due on your account). If this payment date is

missed your reservation can be forfeited to another unit.

After May 1st: There are NO REFUNDS (medical excuses with physician note excepted).

On or after May 2nd: A $25 per person late fee will be assessed to any new registrations or

unpaid balances. (Mailed payments will be determined by the postmark date.)

Reservations placed after April 30th will be accepted only with a minimum ½ payment on that

date. The balance must be paid by June 1st. New Scouts and Webelos that have just crossed over

do not pay a late fee.

Refund Policy

The refund policies for the Longs Peak Council Scout Camps are as follows:

On or before May 1st : Registration fee less a $50.00 cancellation fee per person. After May 1st : No refunds except for medical reasons! Any refund request for medical

reason must be accompanied by a physician’s note stating the reason the participant is restricted from attending camp. No exceptions.

September 1st: All medical refund requests due. See conditions above. REFUND REQUESTS AFTER SEPTEMBER 1 WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED It is the responsibility of the individual units to have payments at our Service Center in

Greeley by the due dates listed above. Mailed payments must be postmarked by the due date. Late payments, missed deadlines, missed fee discounts, etc. are not the responsibility of the Longs Peak Council or its staff.

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Adult Leadership

All troops at all times must be under the supervision of their own adult leaders. Everyone

will follow BSA Youth Protection Guidelines at all times. Unit leaders are responsible for

discipline for their own youth. Camp staff will address discipline in program areas and seek

assistance from the unit leaders when necessary. At least one adult from each troop will be

certified in standard First Aid/CPR. All adults registered for camp must be current in Youth

Protection Training and provide the adult reference form and character references regardless

of the amount of time they are in camp.

It is important to inform the camp prior to check-in the number of male/female adult leaders you will have

in camp.

Troops that have changing leadership throughout the week must have all adults check in and

out at the camp office (Lions Lodge). Adults swapping out for leaders that check in with the

troop on Sunday will be covered by the fully paid leader fee provided the initial adult checks

out of camp for the time the replacement adult is in camp. If you increase your leader

number during the week for 1 to 4 days the charge for that person will be $35.00 for each

day they are in camp.

All adults in camp are required to have medical forms as described on the medical forms

page of this guide. Anyone that will be on camp for more than 72 hours must have parts A,B

and C of the BSA medical form. Anyone on camp less than 72 hours need only parts A and B.

If you have adults overlap, there may not be enough housing in your campsite so please make

certain all adults spending the night are registered.

Visitors and Guests

Visitors and guests are welcome at the Scout Camp any day of the week. Anyone who is not

on the Scout or Adult summer camp roster is considered a guest. All guests must check in at

the Scout Camp office upon arrival to camp and must check out when leaving. The camp

office hours are 8:00 am -9:00 pm. Guests are not allowed to camp in the campsite with the

troop. If your guests would like to eat meals with your troop, you will need to notify the

camp two weeks in advance with the number of guests and which day(s) they will be

there, as dining hall availability allows. Meal tickets must be paid at the time of reservation.

All families are invited to be our guests each Friday evening at Camp Jeffrey for the closing

campfire. If they wish to eat dinner with us they too must make reservations two weeks

in advance. Meal tickets are $8.00 per person. No exceptions.

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MEDICAL FORMS Every parent/guardian with a scout attending our camp should have a copy of

this page to read. Per BSA National Camp Standard HS-503-1, all campers including adults, must have an up-to-date BSA approved health history and a health examination performed by a certified/licensed health care pro-vider prior to attending camp. The health examination must be within the last 12 months and the health history within the last 90 days prior to arrival at camp. All Scouts attending Colorado camps are also required by the Colorado Dept. of Early Childhood to have the Colorado Immunization record/ Parent Release form (available at camps.longspeakbsa.org under the resources tab) filled out completely. Click on the forms tab and it is available for printing. Per Colorado Law, medical forms must be retained by the camp for a period of 5 years. Medical forms will NOT be re-turned to campers. Please make copies if you need additional forms for later use.

YOUTH CAMPERS

➢ BSA health and medical history– 680-001 Parts A, B and C. No other forms accepted.

➢ Colorado Immunization/Release form available on the camp website (see above). No other forms accepted.

ADULT CAMPERS

➢ BSA health and medical history 680-001 Parts A, B and C. No other forms accepted.

ADULT CAMPERS REMAINING ON PROPERTY LESS THAN 72 HOURS

➢ BSA health and medical history 680-001 Parts A and B only. No other forms accepted.

DAY GUESTS ADULT/YOUTH

➢ No health form required but recommended for all day visitation.

Longs Peak Council recognizes the redundancies in the BSA health form and the Colorado Immunization form.

However, the State of Colorado categorizes all Scout camps as child care facilities and requires their form for all

youth attendees. Out-of-state youth must copy their shot record to the state form and complete the bottom

“release” portion of the form. Many adults no longer have their record of immunization. Every attempt should be

made to include any immunization information on any adult that is available.

MEDICAL DIRECTOR TIPS One person in your troop should serve as the unit health officer. Check all medical forms at least 2 weeks prior to departure to camp and look for the following: Complete and CURRENT name, addresses and phone numbers (including work numbers) for every

parent/guardian. All boxes checked and every line filled in or marked N/A. A signature from the attending health provider on BOTH parts B and C of the med form. This is a

common omission on the form and results in a great deal of aggravation by child care agents. All medications in original packaging and stored in a ziplock type bag labeled with name and unit

number. Any scout recently using an inhaler for breathing conditions but now off that inhaler should have

their health care provider consider sending the scout with a new inhaler for camp. Climate and weather trigger relapses at our camp with alarming frequency. A new prescription is much less expensive

than a trip to the emergency room.

All campers that have a prescription for a life saving medication (ie epi pens, inhalers) that come to

camp WITHOUT the medications will have 24 hours to secure the medication or will be asked to leave

camp.

Under Colorado law, health forms must remain under secure conditions by the Longs

Peak Council for a period of 5 years. For this reason, health forms will not be returned to troops. It

is recommended that each family retain a copy of the health form for any additional activities. Copies made at

camp are charged at $1.00/page.

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Health and Safety Information

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch has a full-time medical staff ‘on call’ 24/7. Any major illnesses or injuries will be transported to the local hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado, at the camper’s expense. Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is in a remote location. If an ambulance is needed, it is up to emergency services to determine the best course of action/treatment including transport. Once an ambulance has been dispatched, their personnel will make any further decisions about the health and safety of that camper.

MEDICATION From the National BSA Camp Standards HS508-2: All prescription drugs (including those needing refrigeration) are to be kept in locked storage and in compliance with local and state laws. Medications not appropriate for administration/dispensing by others than the camp health officer or qualified physician must be identified, controlled and unavailable to unqualified individuals. An exception may be made for a limited amount of medication to be carried by a camper, leader, parent, or staff member for life threatening conditions, including allergy or heart medication, inhalers, or for a limited amount of medication approved for use in a first-aid kit. All campers, youth and adult, must check in any medications at the time of arrival. All medications (prescription and over-the-counter) will be distributed by Ben Delatour Scout Ranch’s trained medical staff before breakfast and dinner, unless a special time is required by a your physician . Medications must be in their original containers labeled by the pharmacy. This is not optional! Emergency medications (inhalers, epi-pens, etc) must be checked in with the Health Director but campers will be allowed to keep them during their stay when ordered by the family medical provider. All medications must be listed on the camper’s medical form. If a medication is listed on the form but was not brought to camp the troop will have 24 hours to obtain the medication. Have all medications readily available for the check-in process. Medications stored in the troop trailer at check in does not constitute readily available.

CPAP Adults or youth needing a CPAP machine while sleeping will need to have a machine that runs on a 12 volt battery. There is no electricity in campsites to power CPAP machines.

SPECIAL DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Special food requests beyond normal meal plan menus may be provided and may have additional costs. Persons with special dietary restrictions must include that information for each person in the Tentaroo registration system. Vegetarian alternatives are normally available, however, it should be remembered that the Camp is 45 miles from the nearest supermarket. Without two week’s notice on any dietary requests, we cannot guarantee that these requests will be met. Please limit dietary requests to medical and religious needs.

OUR CLIMATE AND YOUR HEALTH Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is located at 7,000 ft. above sea level and only goes up from there. Anyone that is not accustomed to the altitude will likely take 1-2 days to adjust. Our low humidity and overall dry climate adds to the difficulty some people experience. We encourage everyone to start drinking 1 gallon of water per day 2 months before arriving and 2 gallons per day one month before arriving at camp to be fully hydrated. Continue to drink lots of water while on the ranch. The day of arrival should include some rest time for everyone. Don’t over-exert yourself trying to get set up. Being so high in elevation also increases the sun exposure to bare skin. Remember to

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Forms to Complete Prior to Arrival

Medical and Health History—680-001. Please refer to page 11 for explanation.

Scout and Adult Leader Rosters

We must have 3 copies of your Scout and Adult Leader Rosters. You can print the rosters

from your Tentaroo online account.

Adult Leader Reference Forms

Due to State of Colorado Child Care Regulations, all registered Adult Leaders in camp at any

time must have a completed Adult Leader Reference form. Any adults arriving in camp, with

out this form completed will be asked to leave. Day guests not providing leadership under

Youth Protection requirements do not need a reference form. These forms are available on

the website under the “Resources” tab. Select “Forms” and you can print the forms you need

there. See links to forms below.

Proof of Insurance

All Troops coming to BDSR must show proof of Troop Health and Accident Insurance. If the

Troop does not have Health and Accident insurance, then a Health Insurance Policy number

and carrier must be provided for each individual attending camp. Longs Peak Council Troops

are covered by the Council Health and Accident Insurance Policy, and do not need to bring a

copy, one is already on file.

Release of Liability waivers

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch recommends that all attendees that have registered or are

considering participation in “high adventure” activities fill out the appropriate release

forms for each activity prior to arrival at camp. These activities include, but are not

limited to, Horseback Riding, COPE, Climbing and Cowboy Action Shooting. If you should find

a Scout is on a “wait list” he should fill out the form in the event room becomes available for

that activity while at camp. The Whitewater Rafting companies have their own releases and

do not provide them to us. You should contact the selected company in advance to fill those

forms out. When in doubt regarding a release form, fill it out and bring it to camp just in

case. We cannot allow participation in activities requiring a release form if a parent/

guardian has not signed the release.

FORMS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE Here is a list of forms that can be found on the website—http://camps.longspeakbsa.org/forms/ Health and Medical Record Colorado Immunization Record/ Parent Release form Horse Release Form COPE/Climbing Consent Form Adult Leader Reference Form Campership Application (Longs Peak Council units only)

http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-001_ABC.pdf

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Experience Tells Us…

Following are tips to help you and your Scouts have a tremendous experience at camp. Understand that we operate our camp under the umbrella of the Scout Oath and Law at all times.

Please do the same when dealing with any of our staff.

➢ Use the Tentaroo registration system for ALL your needs. Scroll down to the bottom of every page so you don’t miss any important topics.

➢ Communicate. If you have a special need or want to do something spectacular, tell us about it and we’ll give it our best effort.

➢ Your SAFETY is our first priority. If you see something that is unsafe, in your opinion, report it IMMEDIATELY to the nearest staff person. If you are in an activity area that you deem is operating improperly, ask the staff on hand to stop immediately and have the Program Director and/or Camp Director notified at once.

➢ For any boy to try more than four merit badges in one week is excessive. We suggest a normal maximum of three merit badges per week, per boy. True, some have earned upwards of five, but that is the exception. There are plenty of activities to keep busy.

➢ “High Adventure activities” are those requiring a great deal of physical skills, coordination, stamina, and mental maturity and therefore may have age limitations. A Scout may meet the age minimum but may not “have what it takes” to complete the skills. Area Directors may ask a Scout to opt out of a merit badge for the good of the Scout.

➢ Many badges have “advance work that should be done at home” and not at camp. Experience shows us that “Camp is not an ideal classroom for written work” and the smart Scout is the one who comes to camp with all written work previously finished as well as any prerequisites listed in the program portion of this Leader’s Guide.

➢ Boys should try doing something new at camp and get a well-rounded experience. Many activity areas offer “open time” where Scouts may try activities outside of the merit badge environment such as shooting sports, horseback riding, some aquatic activities and fun hikes. Take advantage of all these opportunities.

➢ Make your campsite your home for the week! Come prepared with troop flags, banners and gateways.

➢ Don’t forget to schedule rest! Our camp environment is tough on even the most seasoned camper. Please take time to relax and enjoy the awesome surroundings of our ranch.

➢ “Be Spirited.” The troop that comes to camp with ideas and spirit and challenges makes the rest of the camp come alive. Perform a flag ceremony, bring your troop cheer to camp and show everyone that you’re “number one.”

➢ “Be flexible.” Each week, nearly 500 boys attend camp and while staff is there to meet everyone’s needs, a Scout is friendly, cheerful and courteous.

➢ Departure time on Saturday is 8 am. Have your transportation arrive early. We like to have everyone out of camp by 10 am at the latest. Early departure times should be arranged with the Program Director.

➢ One last thing, “We strive to be the best camp we can be.” When we miss our mark, let us know. If you have any suggestions, we’ll gladly listen to all suggestions.

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ARRIVING AT CAMP ➢ Your arrival at Camp will be during the summer, but please understand that the mountains can

deliver almost any kind of weather at any time. Sunshine is the norm, so be sure to bring sun block and a hat. Because of the dry climate, campers should drink sufficient quantities of water to avoid dehydration. Due to the dry climate we are often under a fire ban. Daytime temperatures will range from the high 60’s to the mid 80’s, and evenings can be as cool as the upper 30’s to the low 40’s. When it rains, it is usually very chilly, and the rain is very cold. Summer thunderstorms can bring hail that covers the ground like snow. Rain gear for all campers is a must! Warm jackets, sweatshirts, and hats should also be packed. As always: Be Prepared!

➢ The elevation at Camp is around 7,200 feet. At this elevation we have to remember to be very conservation minded and to stay on the trails and only camp in designated areas. Any additional wear and tear on the land can take years to regenerate!

Over 500 people may be checking into camp on your arrival date. Please make sure to follow these guidelines to make your check-in the smoothest possible.

➢ Plan to arrive between 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM. The earlier you arrive the smoother your day will be! Troops arriving before noon will have to wait in the parking lot.

➢ A staff member will greet you upon arrival and help to get vehicles parked. If you are traveling by bus, please let us know ahead of time.

➢ One adult leader will check in at the Heritage Center (museum). Please have adult leader reference forms, proof of insurance, and 3 copies of your unit rosters. Any unpaid fees will be collected at this time.

➢ A troop ambassador will meet the rest of your troop in the parking lot and will prepare them to hike into camp. This will include a tour of the camp and some critical areas. In order to earn the Camp Pride award, campers must hike some gear into camp. All campers, including adults, will leave from the parking lot and hike into camp unless physically unable to do so. They will need to have their medications and medical forms on their person as medical rechecks happen on the hike into camp.

➢ You will be allowed one trailer near your campsite. You can make multiple trips, but the roads do not allow for excessive traffic into camp. All vehicles must be parked in the main parking lot by 6:00 pm on Sunday evening. Trailers only are allowed to remain in camp. We cannot guarantee that it will make it into your campsite due to our rugged terrain and space limitations, but it should be relatively close.

➢ Please take time setting up camp and getting settled in. Senior Patrol Leaders meeting is at 5 pm. Scoutmasters program meeting is at 7 pm. Keep an eye on the clock, you do not want to miss these meetings, they are very important to an enjoyable stay at BDSR.

Arrival Change Procedures Troops planning to arrive prior to 12 pm on their scheduled arrival date must receive permission directly from the Ranch Director and record it on the Tentaroo registration program . There is a $75.00 early arrival fee you will be charged to cover the cost of staff that will need to be in camp. Make sure to check in at the Lion’s Lodge Administrative Center upon arrival. You will be directed to your campsite by camp staff. Please remember that no food service or other staff services – including EMS – are available for early arrivals. Troops not making early arrival arrangements may find the camp gate locked. Troops planning to arrive late on Sunday or early Monday morning must let the Ranch Director know in advance and provide this information on Tentaroo registration site. Plan to arrive by 7:00 A.M. on Monday morning to allow time for move in and to get Scouts to their program on time. When arriving on Monday morning, please check in at the Lions Lodge office on the left side of road just past the gate. Personnel will be available beginning at 7:00 A.M. A troop ambassador will lead you into camp and assist with medical rechecks. If you are registered for Soaring Eagle you will need to eat breakfast prior to arrival at camp. Please register for early arrival with your registration.

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At

Camp

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Troop Campsite and Equipment Campsites are assigned based on troop numbers and availability. We try to accommodate requests but it is not always possible especially when camp is full. Site assignments are not made until the Friday prior to your arrival. Near each campsite area there is a latrine and washstand. Each campsite has a bulletin board and picnic table. The number of troops per site will vary depending on troop size. Every troop is re-sponsible for the daily cleaning of latrines near its campsite. Cleaning supplies are in the latrines or may be retrieved at Nuzum or Coffin shelters. If multiple troops are sharing a latrine the senior patrol leaders from each troop shall work out an acceptable schedule for cleaning latrines. Toilet paper, paper towels and soap will be replaced by Ranger Services staff. All campsites are equipped with standard BSA wall tents unless other arrangements are made. No more than two individuals may occupy a tent. Tents and platforms are not to be moved. There is no electricity in or near the campsites.

Neither cots nor mattresses are provided, but cots may be rented on the registration site.

The following are available for check-out at no cost: Shovels Brooms Latrine Cleaning Items Bow Saws Trash Bags Toilet Paper Rakes It is the responsibility of each troop to care for all equipment assigned to its use. Troops will be charged for any equipment that must be repaired or replaced. Rips, tears, or holes on LPC tents are charged at $5.00 per inch of damage; and tent total replacement is $475.00 so be certain to check EVERY tent with your Troop Ambassador. Discharged fire extinguishers will cost $10.00 for recharge or replacement if discharged in a non-emergency situation, or in any manner deemed to be the troop’s negligence. Damaged cots will be assessed a $75 replacement fee. The Camp

Business Manager or Camp Director will make final determination on any charges.

DO NOT Bring to Camp

➢ Fireworks ➢ ATV’s or ORV’s ➢ Sheath Knives ➢ Matches ➢ Skateboards ➢ Guns or Archery Items ➢ Candles

➢ Slingshots or Wrist Rockets ➢ Pets ➢ Valuables of any kind ➢ Expensive Cameras, MP3 players, IPods ➢ Personal food items which you plan to

keep in your tent

Due to the nature of the terrain on camp, flip flops, sandals or any other open toed footwear

is restricted to the shower houses. Do not travel around camp in these types of shoes.

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Camper’s Equipment List

➢ Complete Scout Uniform

➢ Heavy Jacket or Sweatshirt

➢ Cot or mattress

➢ Hiking Shoes or Boots

➢ Extra pants – both long and short

➢ Six Pairs of Underwear

➢ Six Pairs of Socks

➢ Boy Scout Handbook

➢ Pencil, Notebook, Stamps, Envelopes

➢ CPR certification (when applicable)

➢ Flashlight & Extra Batteries

➢ Canteen or Plastic Water Bottle

➢ Toiletry Kit

➢ Hair Comb or Brush

➢ Backpack, Duffel Bag or Camp Box to

store gear

➢ Pocket Knife & Totin’ Chip

➢ Extra Shirts

➢ Watch

➢ Daypack or Bag

➢ Clothing Repair Kit

➢ Toothpaste & Brush

➢ Sun block

➢ Sunglasses

➢ Sleeping Bag

➢ Towels

➢ Tarp

➢ Chapstick

➢ Closed-toed water shoes for aquatics merit badges.

➢ Spending money for Trading Post

➢ BSA Health & Medical Record Form signed by your

Physician and parent/guardian!

➢ Release forms for High Adventure Activities

➢ Raincoat or Poncho

➢ Tennis Shoes

Note: It is every units discretion as to what else may be needed at camp.

Optional Equipment:

➢ Backpack & Ground Cloth, if you are planning

an outpost overnight campout

➢ Gloves, Long Pants, and Bandanna, if you are

participating in Cope, Rock Climbing or Horse

Program

➢ Religious Literature

Alarm Clock

Insect Repellant

Camera

Rope for Clothesline

Swim Trunks

Troop Equipment List

➢ U.S., State, Troop, and Patrol Flags

➢ First Aid Kit (remove any OTC medications)

➢ Maps and Compasses

➢ Sharpening Stone & File

➢ Lantern (Battery or Propane)

➢ Dining Fly/Tarps/Easy Ups

➢ Scout Merit Badge Book Library

➢ Hammer

➢ Advancement Records

➢ Rope and Twine

Troop Signboard

Skit and songbooks

Bugle

Other items troop deems important

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Camp Jeffrey Food Service Information

Troops in Camp Jeffrey Dining Hall will enjoy meals in the Armstrong Coral Rock Lodge. Meals are

served family style. Each troop must assign Scouts to serve as waiters. Waiters must arrive 15

minutes prior to each meal and stay to clean their table, dishes and surrounding area. All troops

are assigned tables, and depending on the size of the troop, tables may be shared. Sunday and

Friday Dinner are camp-wide cookouts in front of the Dining Hall. Friday lunch is a sack lunch

available at breakfast in the morning. Saturday breakfast is a continental breakfast for traveling

and is available at the completion of your site check by staff.

Soaring Eagle Patrol Cooking Food Service Information

Troops in Soaring Eagle will experience a great way to approach learning cooking skills, developing

teamwork, and building patrol effectiveness. Patrol cooking is a perfect opportunity for Scouts to

complete cooking requirements for Cooking Merit Badge. Individual units will be responsible for

tracking progress for the merit badge. The quality and quantity of food on the patrol cooking menu

rivals, or surpasses, that of the dining hall. Sunday dinner, Friday dinner and Saturday breakfast

are on the patio of Coral Rock Dining Hall.

Troops are encouraged to bring their own cooking equipment; however, we can provide the follow-

ing equipment upon request. Requests are filled on a first come, first served basis:

Scouts and adult leaders must bring their own personal eating utensils (knife, fork, spoon, plate,

bowl, and cup). Troops may cook on propane camp stoves. If there are no fire bans you may use

wood or char-

coal. Troops

that want to

use charcoal

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Patrol Box

Water Jug

Chef Cutlery Kit

Dutch Oven

Paper Towels

Propane Stove

Trail Chef Cook Kit

Condiments

Trash Bags

3 Plastic Wash Tubs

Dish Soap

Scrub Pads

Grill for Stove

Hot Mitt

Sanitizing Tablets

Dunk Bag

Table Cloth

Teflon Fry Pans

Cheese Grater

Specialty spices

Towels and dish clothes

Measuring cups

Beverage jugs

Hot pads

Aprons

We have limited space for troops that wish to use their own tents rather than our tents/platforms.

Please let registration know and remind us at check-in that is your desire. Troop size is limited to

24 total people. You will be further away from the Coffin Commissary and therefore meal prep

will take longer. Currently Buzzards Roost and McGee sites accommodate “wilderness” camping.

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General Camp Information

Camp Emergency phone number 970 881 2144

PHONE SERVICE There is extremely limited cell service at Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. You may have to go off camp to make phone calls. Emergency calls to home can be made at the camp administration office, museum or trading post when open and Johnson Medical Lodge.

Camp Mail Address 2331 County Road 68C Red Feather Lakes , CO 80545

Please include the Scouts name and unit number and camp you are in (Jeffrey or Soaring Eagle) on all mail. We will attempt to forward mail home that is received after your stay. Package service is available but add an extra day or two to delivery time.

Trading Post BDSR has an abundantly stocked trading post. Hours of operation are posted each session. Cash, check and credit cards are accepted forms of payment. There are two stations that have internet service located at the pack of the building. These computers are for adult use during daytime hours to check email, etc. Please keep individual time of use to a minimum so all may have an opportunity to use them. There is no wifi at BDSR.

Wildlife Ben Delatour Scout Ranch has abundant wildlife including bear, moose, elk, deer, mountain lions, bobcats and rattle snakes. Appropriate distance should be afforded all species. Immediately report the sighting of any dangerous wildlife to the nearest staff person. Do not approach or attempt to feed any wildlife. Smellables should be stored in bear boxes or troop trailers. We also have black widow spiders, ticks and mosquitoes that can carry West Nile Virus. Use care when near any woodpiles and use insect repellent as needed.

Smoking and the Use of Other Adult Products Smoking is never permitted in the sightline of Scouts. Smoking is allowed in the main parking lot at the museum. During fire bans smoking is restricted to the interior of automobiles. Smoking is always prohibited in campsites. The use of marijuana, although legal in Colorado, is strictly forbidden on BDSR property. Consumption of alcohol is forbidden at all times on camp property. Anyone believed to be under the influence of adult products will be asked to leave the premises.

Pets Pets are not permitted on camp including those brought by visitors. Service animals are permitted and must remain with the individual that they are registered to.

Discipline Unit leaders are expected to maintain appropriate behavior among their Scouts. Youth Protection guidelines should always be followed. Camp staff will not discipline Scouts unless it interferes with the safety of a particular program. Scouts that cause problems in program areas will be referred back to the unit leader. Multiple behavioral incidents may result in a Scout being expelled from the camp by mutual agreement of the unit leader and camp director.

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Ben Delatour Scout Ranch supports the Order of the Arrow throughout the camp season. Units

that would like to have their call-outs at camp must provide a copy of the official election report

from their local council to the camp director by Friday breakfast. Contact your district executive

or your lodge advisor for further details.

Wednesday is Order of the Arrow day at camp. OA members, both adult and youth are encour-

aged to wear their sashes to flag ceremonies. There is a cracker barrel for all OA members in Ko-

la Lodge every Wednesday evening at 8 pm.

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PROGRAM GUIDE

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Registering for Merit Badge Sessions

• All merit badge programs have limited space so you must preregister. Space is on a first come, first served basis. Registration opens after January 1. Registered units will be informed of the time and date.

• Using the schedule planner work sheet provided, have scouts fill in sessions and submit to the designee

in the troop. • Merit Badges are listed as classes. For instance, Canoeing has two classes. Canoeing 1 is scheduled for

Monday, Tuesday during block 1(morning only) and Canoeing 2 is Wednesday, Thursday block 1(morning only).

• Troop designee fills in all information on the troop registration site, longspeak.tentaroo.com. Tentaroo

will alert the user if a class is full and whether or not there is room on a “wait list”. Scouts should provide a “second choice” whenever possible to the troop designee.

• Print individual schedules for scouts to use while at camp. • BDSR produces blue cards for all attendees. Troops should inform the camp if they do not want the

camp to provide pre-printed blue cards. Any blue cards brought to camp by a troop should turn the cards into the Program Director at Sunday evenings program meeting.

• Be sure to allow time in each Scout’s schedule for alternate activities (non-merit badge program)

including Sporting Archery, fishing time, horseback trail rides, log rolling, cowboy action shooting and of course, rest! C.O.P.E. and horseback rides are the ONLY alternate activities that you MUST pre-register for.

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Blue Cards and Schedule Changes Troop designees are encouraged to attend the program meeting on Sunday evening at 7 pm in the Coral Rock Dining Hall . All schedule changes are dealt with at this time. Any blue cards printed at home should be delivered to the Program Director at this time. BDSR reserves the right to change program content or times as deemed necessary for the best interest of participants and the camp.

In the event a Scout has a Monday schedule change, all efforts will be made to accommodate that Scout in other program.

Blue cards will be delivered to the troop designee at Coral Rock Dining Hall Friday afternoon. Cards will be finished by 5 pm and there will be someone to hand back cards in the Feist Room in the back of the dining hall prior to dinner and until the campfire begins.

Please check your blue cards prior to leaving camp. Every effort will be made to make corrections before you leave. If you return home and find errors or missing cards please contact [email protected] or call the council office at 970 330 6305. We will return your call as soon as possible. Calling or emailing while camp is still in session may delay our ability to respond.

Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is not currently using Scoutbook to record achievements due to the poor internet service on camp.

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Program Overview

Each Scout may choose from the following activities at camp….

AT WEAVER LAKE

• Canoeing

• Kayaking

• Fishing

• Fly Fishing*

• Log Rolling (alternate activity) -

afternoons only

AT SAFARI CLUB SHOOTING SPORTS COMPLEX

• Rifle

• Shotgun

• Cowboy Action Shooting

AT CAMP SOARING EAGLE

• Pancake Base Rock Climbing and Bouldering

• Standard Archery

• Horsemanship

• C.O.P.E. (alternate activity) Pre-registration required

• Sporting Arrows (alternate activity)

AT CAMP DUCKER

• Camping

• Orienteering

• Pioneering

• Trappers Rendezvous (First Year Program)

• Wilderness Survival

AT COFFIN SHELTER (CAMP SOARING EAGLE)

• First Aid

• Emergency Preparedness

• Chuck Wagon Cast Iron Cooking (alternate activity)

AT PORTER HANDICRAFT LODGE

• Basketry

• Leatherworking

• Woodcarving

AT NATURE LODGE

• Astronomy/Space Exploration

• Environmental Science

• Soil and Water Conservation

• Weather

AT KOLA LODGE

• Engineering

• Geocaching

• Robotics

AT CORAL ROCK DINING HALL

• Citizenship in the World

*Fly tying session for Fly Fishing will be in the

Feist room at Coral Rock Dining Hall on

Monday afternoon and Wednesday afternoon.

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CANOEING MERIT BADGE FISHING MERIT BADGE

Scouts MUST pass a swim test in our water due to cold temperatures in order to take this merit badge.

Scouts will meet in the evening of the last block of the class to clean and cook a fish. Your instructor will provide details.

Classes offered 2 Classes offered 2

Block number offered in 2 Block number offered 1

Requirements not met at camp

none Requirements not met at camp

none

Supplies to bring Closed toe shoes that can get wet

Supplies to bring All personal fishing gear is encouraged. There is limited gear available for loan.

Additional Fees none Additional fees $3.00 conservation ticket

Class limit Class limit 24 none

KAYAKING MERIT BADGE FLY FISHING MERIT BADGE

Scouts MUST pass a swim test in our water due to cold temperatures in order to take this merit badge.

Scouts will meet in the evening of the last block of each class to clean and cook a fish. Your instructor will provide details. Fly tying first session is in the Coral Rock Dining Hall.


Block number offered in 1 Block number offered in 2


none Requirements not met at camp

none

Supplies to bring Closed toe shoes that can get wet

Supplies to bring All personal fishing gear is encouraged. Limited gear

available to loan.

Additional Fees none Additional Fees $5.00 for fly kit and conservation ticket

Class Limit 12 Class limit 12

Open fishing is allowed all day in the water reservoir west of the water filter plant. $2.00 conservation ticket required. Available at the trading post. Catch and release applies unless the fish is caught for the merit badge requirement of cooking a fish. Youth or adult.

Fishing in Elkhorn Creek requires a Colorado fishing license. These must be purchased in town. All state regulations apply in Elkhorn Creek.

Log Rolling occurs in the afternoon at the conclusion of program. Closed toe shoes required. Swim test recommended under 14 yrs. old. This is an alternate activity only and is open to youth and adults.

AT WEAVER LAKE

CLASS DETAILS

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RIFLE MERIT BADGE SHOTGUN MERIT BADGE


Block number offered in 1 and 2 Block number offered 1 and 2


none Requirements not met at camp none

Supplies to bring Rifle Merit Badge pamphlet (also available at camp). No personal Firearms allowed.

Supplies to bring No personal firearms or ammunition allowed.

Additional Fees $5.00 Additional fees $20.00

Class limit 32 Class limit 12

Open shooting time for youth and adults is available with the purchase of a wristband at the trading post. Rifle bands are 20 shots for $1.00. Shotgun bands are 10 shots for $5.00. Range time preference is granted to merit badge participants first including during open shoot time.

Adult open shotgun , rifle and standard archery opens Monday evening 7pm until dark. No youth shooting at this time. Youth open shooting on Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7pm until closing (dusk). Friday open shooting from 9 am until noon unless there is a make-up session . All ages accepted.

AT CORAL ROCK DINING HALL

CITIZENSHIP IN THE WORLD MERIT BADGE

Scouts will be monitored for participation in discussions. All Scouts should preview all requirements before camp. International Scouts will be the instructors completing requirement 7c.

Classes offered 2

Block number offered in 1


One item in requirement 7 must be completed at home.

Supplies to bring none

Additional Fees none

Class Limit none

AT SAFARI CLUB SHOOTING SPORTS COMPLEX

CLASS DETAILS

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ARCHERY MERIT BADGE HORSEMANSHIP MERIT BADGE

No personal equipment may be used at camp, we will provide all of the equipment you need.

Longs pants and boots required. 235# weight limit for all participants.


Block number offered in 1 & 2 Block number offered 1

Requirements not met at camp none Requirements not met at camp none

Supplies to bring none Supplies to bring none

Additional Fees none Additional fees $30

Class Limit 16 Class Limit 12

AT SOARING EAGLE

CLASS DETAILS

FIRST AID MERIT BADGE EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS MERIT BADGE

Knowledge of all tenderfoot, second class and first class first aid requirements must be demonstrated to instruc-tor.

First Aid merit badge must be completed to enroll.


Block number offered in 1 and 2 Block number offered 1 and 2

Requirements not met at camp none Requirements not met at camp 2c, 6c

Supplies to bring Supplies to bring

Additional Fees none Additional fees None


AT COFFIN SHELTER, CAMP SOARING EAGLE

CLIMBING MERIT BADGE COPE COURSE

Long pants and leather palmed gloves required. $10 fee includes climbing caribiner. Area Director reserves the right to make recommendation based on physical abilities. Participation—minimum age 13 upon arrival at camp.

Area Director reserves the right to make recommendation based on physical abilities. Participation—minimum age 13 upon arrival at camp.


Block number offered in 1 & 2 Block number offered 1 & 2

Requirements not met at camp none Requirements not met at camp none


Additional Fees $11 Additional fees none


HORSE BACK RIDES (NON-MERIT BADGE) - (235# weight limit for all participants.) Trail Rides—1:30 and 3:00 M, Tu, W, Th—pre-registration is required—12 people per time slot—$35 each Overnight Cowboy Camp—5:00 pm at Horse Coral—Tu & Th—12 per night—$50 each (Dinner is served at the end of the ride. Tarp and sleeping bag is all you need. You will be back in camp by breakfast.)

AT PANCAKE CLIMBING BASE, CAMP SOARING EAGLE

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CAMPING MERIT BADGE PIONEERING MERIT BADGE

Scouts should bring a tarp if they wish to spend the night on Monster Mountain for the hike (element 9b.1)

Model kits available in the trading post needed to complete requirement 7. Kit prices vary but do not exceed $12.




4b, 5e, 7b, 8c, 9a, 9b2-6 Requirements not met at camp none

Supplies to bring tarp Supplies to bring none

Additional Fees none Additional fees $5

Class Limit None Class Limit none

ORIENTEERING MERIT BADGE

Classes offered 1



none

Supplies to bring Compass and camp map (both available in our trading post)


Class Limit none

WILDERNESS SURVIVAL MERIT BADGE

A tarp will be needed for the wilderness overnight. Survival kit can be made at home or items purchased in the trading post.

Classes offered 1



none

Supplies to bring Tarp and survival kit.


Class Limit none

AT CAMP DUCKER

CLASS DETAILS

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BASKETRY MERIT BADGE LEATHERWORKING MERIT BADGE

Online pre-purchase of kits highly recommended. Kits do not exceed $15. One kit needed to complete require-ments.

Online pre-purchase of kits highly recommended. Kits do not exceed $15. One kit needed to complete requirements





Supplies to bring None Supplies to bring none

Additional Fees $12 Additional fees $15

Class Limit Class Limit none none

WOODCARVING MERIT BADGE

Online pre-purchase of kits highly recommended. Kits do not exceed $15. One kit needed to complete require-ments.

Classes offered 1



none

Supplies to bring Carving knife or purchase at the trading post.

Additional Fees $6

Class Limit none

AT PORTER HANDICRAFT LODGE

CLASS DETAILS

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ASTRONOMY MERIT BADGE ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE MERIT BADGE

Astronomy is combined with Space Exploration and they will earn both badges.






Additional Fees none Additional fees none

Class Limit none Class Limit 16

SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION MERIT BADGE SPACE EXPLORATION MERIT BADGE

Space Exploration is combined with Astronomy and they will earn both badges. Rocket kit is required—can be brought from home but must use a A8-3 engine only.


Block number offered in 2 Block number offered in 2


none Requirements not met in camp none


Additional Fees none Additional Fees $7

Class Limit none Class Limit none

WEATHER MERIT BADGE Other merit badges may be completed on an independent study basis. Ask the Nature Director for details. The World Conservation award may be earned in the week of camp if you enroll in (or have completed) Citizenship in the World, Soil and Water Conservation and Environmental Science.

Classes offered 1



none

Supplies to bring none


Class Limit none

AT NATURE LODGE

CLASS DETAILS

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ROBITICS MERIT BADGE ENGINEERING MERIT BADGE

Requirement 1 must be completed at home to participate. Bring your item to camp. BDSR pilot program





Supplies to bring Supplies to bring

Additional Fees $5.00 Additional fees none

Class Limit Class Limit 16 none

GEOCACHING MERIT BADGE

Pilot program for BDSR

Classes offered 1



9

Supplies to bring


Class Limit 20

As all of these badges require extensive discussion and practical work, some Scouts may not finish all the necessary requirements for each badge. Class sizes are limited for this reason.

AT KOLA LODGE

CLASS DETAILS

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TRAPPERS RENDEZVOUS AT CAMP DUCKER

CLASS DETAILS

Location: This program is located on the trail between the Trading Post and Heritage Center. Allow 15-

20 minutes walking time from either Camp Jeffrey or Camp Soaring Eagle

Schedule: Trapper’s Rendezvous will operate in 8 time blocks. Participants will not sign up for any

other programming.

Objective: The primary objective is to have Scouts new to Scouting and at their first summer camp be

exposed to both rank fulfilling requirements and explore the entire camp experience so they will want

to return another year. On top of completing requirements for rank, there are fun activities and 3

merit badges incorporated into the program. The patrol method is used to handle large numbers of

participants since this is one of our most popular programs. This program is most successful when units

with Scouts enrolled provide an adult to assist camp staff.

Equipment Checklist: Items to bring to participate in Trapper Jack’s Rendezvous include the BSA

Handbook, a daypack, water bottle, personal first aid kit and a pocket knife. It is highly recommended

that online pre-order of leatherworking and basketry kits be completed at registration.

Course Content: Not only will Scouts work on requirements for rank, they will also be working on

earning the Scouting Heritage, Basketry and Leatherwork merit badges. Leaders should keep in mind

camp staff will not sign off requirements in the Scout Handbook. A list of accomplishments will go out

with every Scout enrolled at the end of the program. Merit Badge blue cards will be signed by staff.

Monday afternoon all participants will do Sporting Arrows with no additional fee.

Merit Badge Schedule:

Monday pm- Scouting Heritage Tuesday am– Leatherworking Wednesday am– Basketry

Advancement Plan:

Scout—1a,c,e,f; 4a,b;5

Tenderfoot—1a;3a,b;4a,b;5a,b,c;7a;8

Second Class—1b;2b,c,f,g;3a;5a;6a,b;9a,b

First Class—3a,b,c;4a;7a,b,c

There are focus days for each day as follows

Monday– Totin’Chip, Firem’n Chit; Tuesday– First Aid; Wednesday-Orienteering; Thursday– Pioneering

As each Scout learns at their own pace, not all requirements may be completed. If time allows and

instructors see fit, other requirements may be added and an updated list will be provided to each unit

leader.

There is a $27 fee for Basketry and Leatherworking kits for the merit badge classes.

This program is not for every first year Scout. If your Scouts are ahead of this plan, it is recommended

they enroll in a regular merit badge schedule. There is a limit of 40 participants per week.

To register for this class, select the option “Basketry/Leatherwork/…”. This will register each Scout for

the rank advancement portion and each of the merit badges that are a part of Trappers Rendezvous.

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Alternative (non merit badge) Opportunities

Whitewater Rafting – Whitewater Rafting is available through private vendors. There are opportunities

available along the Poudre River. Each unit must make the arrangements for whitewater rafting and trans-

portation on their own. The following vendors are available in the Fort Collins area: A1 Whitewater (970-

224-3379), A Wanderlust Adventure (970-482-1995), Mountain Whitewater Descents (970-419-0917) and

Rocky Mountain Adventures (970-493-4005). All are reputable companies.

Project SOAR – Save Our American Resources – This is an opportunity for your troop or part of your

troop to do conservation to better the Scout Ranch. Please let the Nature Director at camp know that you

are interested in a project and one will be lined up for you. To earn the SOAR award, each individual must

complete 3 hours of conservation work. The SOAR patch will be available in the Trading Post for $3.00.

Monster Mountain Overnighter – Monster Mountain is a fun filled night spent on top of Monster Mountain.

Scouts will depart from camp, climb up to the top of Monster Mountain, play games and participate in star-

gazing. Scouts will return to camp before breakfast the following morning. Adults are welcome and

encouraged to participate in this event. The Monster Mountain Overnighter will take place Wednesday

night (weather permitting).

Ben Delatour Trail A Day Program – Ben Delatour has a series of trails available to Scout Units. Some

trails are meant to spend one hour a day and you can complete your week with a full day on the Gregg

Boundary Trail. Hiking Staff Medallions are available at the Trading Post for those that want a souvenir of

what they have completed. Each of the following hikes should take about 1-1 ½ hours.

Gregg Boundary Trail – The Gregg Boundary Trail is a 12-mile hike around the perimeter of the 3,200

acre Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. Plan to spend at least 6 hours completing this hike. Many troops spend

Friday on the Boundary Trail. Sack lunches are available for those that would like to eat on the trail.

Patches and hiking staff medallions are available in the Trading Post for those that would like a souvenir of

their journey.

Fishing – Fishing is available along the Elkhorn Creek and at the Settling Pond anytime during the day.

Please remember that everyone needs a buddy at all times! Fishing will be available outside of program

time at Weaver Lake. There is limited fishing equipment available to check out at Weaver Lake from 7:00-

8:30 pm each night. A fishing instructor will also be available during this time to help out. Please follow all

camp fishing rules (see fishing merit badge section for details).

Chuckwagon Program - Come visit our Chuckwagon Cooks as they do Dutch Oven demonstrations and

offer up free samples and advice on Dutch Oven Cooking. This program is located in Soaring Eagle behind

the Coffin Commissary. Be sure to check them out! The coffee is always hot!

Heritage Center - Longs Peak Council Scouting Museum - This showcase of Scouting memorabilia is

located in the main parking lot and will be open at times posted on the door and other areas around camp.

The museum’s collection is rotated regularly so even if you saw it last year, you’ll want to see it this year. If

you are looking for a special piece of memorabilia for your collection, you may be able to find it here. If you

have a piece of memorabilia you would like to donate, we are always looking for more.

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Sporting Arrows— Located at the Ryan Pickett Memorial Range in Soaring Eagle, sporting arrows will

challenge even the most experienced archers. Open all day except Thursday afternoon

(weather permitting) to anyone. A $5.00wristband, available at the Trading Post, is required.

The fee covers two rounds of shooting.

Cowboy Action Shooting- Located at the Firearms Shooting Sports Complex. Scouts that are 14 years

of age or completed the 8th grade may participate with a signed release form. Revolvers,

lever action rifles and shotguns are all included. A $5.00 fee is required and payable at the

Trading Post. Fee covers two rounds of shooting.

Rolling Logs– Designed after the competitive log rolling in lumberjack competitions, participants

attempt to roll off the other “lumberjack”. Located at Weaver Lake, this program is open

from 4:15 until 5:00 pm. Swim test recommended for under 14 years of age. The water will

be very cold. This is a pilot program at BDSR. Open to everyone.

Ben Delacathalon- Held on Friday afternoons on weeks there are no merit badge make-ups required

from weather cancellations. Units pick teams to travel to various program areas and compete

for time on different events.

Open Shooting– Please see the information blocks in shooting sports for details. Merit badge

participants have priority at all ranges during open shooting. Wrist bands are required and

available for purchase in the trading post. Rifle– 20 shots for $1.00. Shotgun—10 shots for

$5.00.

Horse Back Rides—Afternoon trail rides and Cowboy Camp Overnight are open to youth and adults.

Preference given to youth, open slots to adults. See Horsemanship merit badge page for

times and fees. All clothing requirements for the merit badge are in effect for alternate

activities. Pre-registration is required.

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Adult Leader Program Opportunities

Wilderness First Aid – Thank you to the National Safety Council for once again making the Wilderness

First Aid Course available at the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, on a weekly basis. The course is offered

every Wednesday and Thursday. The course will begin at 9:00 am and end at 5:00 pm each day of

class. The cost will be approximately $135.00 (price subject to change) and includes your text.

You Must pre-register for this course on Tentaroo. If there is not a minimum of 4 people

registered the class may be cancelled. Open slots can be filled after arriving at camp. Do not risk

the class being cancelled by hesitating to register online.

The following classes are offered when instructors available (check with Program Director):

Leave No Trace – The BSA is committed to Leave No Trace, which is a nationally recognized

outdoor skills and ethics awareness program. Its principles are guidelines to follow at all times.

Leave No Trace reminds us to respect other users of the outdoors, including future generations.

Appreciation for our natural environment and knowledge of the interrelationships of nature bolster

our respect for and reverence of the environment and nature.

Climb On Safely – Climb On Safely is the Boy Scouts of America's recommended procedure for or-

ganizing BSA climbing/rappelling activities at a natural site or a specifically designed facility such

as a climbing wall or tower. The adult supervisor for any climbing activity is trained in and commit-

ted to compliance with the eight points of the Boy Scouts of America's Climb On Safely procedure.

Trek Safely – All backcountry treks must be supervised by a mature, conscientious adult at least 21

years of age who understands the potential risks associated with the trek. This person knowingly

accepts responsibility for the well-being and safety of the youth in his or her care. This adult super-

visor is trained in and committed to compliance with the seven points of the BSA's Trek Safely pro-

cedure.

Adult Only Activities Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Scoutmaster Roundtable 9 or 10 am 9 or 10 am 9 or 10 am

Scoutmaster Breakfast 7:30am

Wilderness First Aid 9:00am-5:00pm 9 am– 5 pm

Archery Open Shoot 7 pm

Rifle/Shotgun open shoot 7 pm

Scoutmaster program meeting 7 pm 4pm

Scout Master Merit Badge

Requirements for Scoutmaster Merit Badge are available in the Scoutmaster Packet

handed out at check-in. Criteria will remain a secret until you begin the challenge at

camp. Don’t forget your patch!

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Dining Hall

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Ben Delatour Scout Ranch Pride Award

For a Scout Unit to earn the Pride award it must complete requirements #1-#5, as well as four of the six other requirements. While a unit leader may initial each requirement, a Camp Commissioner or Camp Director must authorize completion. Return this completed sheet to your Camp Commissioner or Program Director by 1:00 PM on Friday. Awards will be presented Friday Evening. Basic Requirements: 1. Scouts must carry some of their personal gear from the parking lot to the campsite on check-in day.

Initials _________

2. An adult leader receives training in Leave No Trace. This adult leader leads the unit’s Scouts through the same program. This requirement is waived if the troop has done so within the last year. (Waived if no LNT course offered).

Initials _________

3. Entire unit demonstrates Scout Spirit by living up to the Scout Oath and Law throughout the entire week in camp.

Initials _________

4. Unit adult leadership is represented at all leader roundtables. Initials _________

5. Unit attends all flag ceremonies during the week. Initials _________

Select Four: 1. Unit provides at least one flag ceremony during the week.

Initials ________

2. Unit participates in a conservation project approved by the Ranger. Initials _________

3. Unit conducts a Good Turn approved by Camp Commissioner or Camp Director. Initials _________

4. All Scouts in the unit earn some form of advancement or special award. Initials _________

5. Unit participates in two or more of the following camp activities: ___Organized Campfire ___Chapel Service

___Boundary Trail Hike ___Other Approved Activity (see Program Director)

6. Visit Armstrong Heritage Center. Initials __________ I certify that Scout Troop _______ has met the necessary “Pride Award” requirements. Commissioner’s or Camp Director’s Signature _________________________ Date_____________

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FACTS TO KNOW

(For the Parent/Guardian)

Camp Charles Jeffrey/Soaring Eagle Fact Sheet for Troop ___________

We are going to Camp Jeffrey/Soaring Eagle at the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, near Red Feather Lakes, Colorado.

We will meet at __________________________________________________

We will leave at _______________________

Make sure that your Scout has everything packed that he is supposed to have. Double check for any medications and give them to his Scoutmaster or Health Officer. Triple check to make sure you have signed his medical form within the last 90 days.

You will want to send some extra money for trading post items, souvenirs and to pay for some merit badge costs. Additional merit badge costs are listed in the Leader’s guide. Ask the Scoutmaster for this information.

Mail is delivered into camp once a day and a letter or postcard can take from one to three days and up to one to three weeks to get to camp. The letter from home can be one of the greatest cures for both homesickness and getting down to work. Because of the extra time and handling involved. Our experience shows that many of these items are returned to sender instead of reaching your Scout. Address mail to camp as follows:

Scout’s Name

Camp Jeffrey or Soaring Eagle ( be sure to put the camp your troop is attending) Troop # ________

2331 County Road 68C Red Feather Lakes, CO 80545

The emergency phone number for camp is 970-881-2144. There is no cell phone service anywhere on the Scout Ranch. Many cell phones end up in the lost and found so be sure your Scout is responsible to keep track of it. Longs Peak Council and its staff are not responsible for any lost or stolen items at camp.

A message from the Larimer County Department of Social Services.

The Ben Delatour Scout Ranch is a child care facility licensed by the Colorado Department of Early Childhood. The license indicates that the program and facilities have met the required standards to operate a child care facility. To file a complaint about this facility or report child abuse, please contact:

Larimer County Social Services Child Protection Division

970-498-6900

It is the intent of the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch, the Boy Scouts of America along with the State and Counties of Colorado to provide its campers with the safest and very best program for youth.

Copy and distribute to each Scout family attending camp

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