Camp Emerald Bay 2016

Las Vegas Area Council – North Star District – BOY SCOUT TROOP 555
Camp Emerald Bay 2016
Congratulations! You are going to one of the premier Scout camps
in the United States. You are among a select group of Scouts who
will experience the sun and fun in the pirate’s cove, just south of
Los Angeles, California. Emerald Bay has a rich history and
those of us who have gone before have never forgotten our days in
Scout paradise.
This packet contains lots of important information for you,
including what to bring and what not to bring, options on what to do
when you get there, forms, and more. Forms and Camp Emerald
Bay notes are at the end. Let’s get started!
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First,someimportantfacts:
When:The troop is meeting at the parking lot of Terrible’s/McDonald’s parking lot on Ann
Road, near US95. We depart on Sunday, June 19, at 5am sharp. We will travel to San Pedro,
California. From there we will ferry across to Santa Catalina Island and Camp Emerald Bay,
on the Northeast tip of the island. We will return to the mainland on Saturday, June 25, stop
for lunch, with an expected arrival to Las Vegas around 9pm. Phone calls will be made to
parents en route. Accompanying and responsible for the boys are two-three trained troop
leaders, including the Scoutmaster.
There will be a mandatory gear ‘dress rehearsal’ on Friday, June 17 at 6pm at the departure
point. All scouts attending camp must come as if they are ready to proceed to camp. All forms
must be checked in at this time, no exceptions! Everything going to camp with the scout must
be brought to this meeting, including uniforms, no exceptions! We will store the gear in the
troop trailer at that time. Please follow strictly
the guidelines contained in this guide for size
and markings of gear.
Cost:
$725, which includes your six
day/six-night stay at camp, your meals, and
transportation. Your lunch going and coming
to/from camp is also covered. You should eat
breakfast on Sunday before departing for
camp. Built into this cost is the fees for
sending the two adult leaders, who are
already contributing two weeks vacation to
attend with our youth.
An initial, non-refundable $200 deposit
ensures your slot. You will be billed on your
account $100 per month thereafter and a
final payment of $150 must be paid by March
30th, 2016. As none of these monies are
refundable to the troop, they are not
refundable to you. If something arises, you
can “sell” your slot to another scout or forfeit
the fees paid.
You will need another $75-$85 in spending money for incidental expenses like snacks,
souvenirs, merit badge supplies, and so forth. The amount depends on what classes you are
taking, if you are going to need rentals, etc. Bring the money in the form of $1, $5, and $10
bills please. (To avoid any problems it is customary for this money to be collected and
maintained on account with the Scoutmaster for the duration of the camp.)
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What: Camp Emerald Bay offers an exciting array of possibilities for scouts of all ages,
appealing to the adventurous, artistic, technical, etc. nature of scouts. The camp balances the
needs of advancement with the wide variety of other camp activities. Patrol and troop
development is also incorporated into the program, encouraging the spirit of teamwork in a
challenging environment.
Merit Badges offered: Art, Archery,
Astronomy, Basketry, Bird Study, Camping,
Canoeing*, Environmental Science, Fish &
Wildlife Management, Geology, Leatherwork,
Lifesaving*,
Mammals
Study,
Motor
Boating*,
Nature
Oceanography,
Orienteering, Pioneering, Pottery, Rifle
Shooting, Rowing*, Shotgun Shooting, Small
Boat Sailing*, Soil/Water Conservation,
Swimming,
Water-Skiing*,
Wilderness
Survival, Woodcarving. NOTE: See separate
publication “Merit Badge Guide” from
Emerald Bay on what to choose for camp.
Activites offered: Conservation project,
Hiking program, Nature Trail, Island Ecology, Star hikes, BSA Aquarist, BSA Naturalist*, BSA
Oceanographer*, BSA Lifeguard*, Snorkeling BSA, and Mile Swim BSA.
*
Denotes pre-requisites for this class
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What to Bring
IMPORTANT: LABEL ALL CLOTHING AND PERSONAL ITEMS WITH NAME AND “LVAC555”
Example: “S MARTIN LVAC555”
SCOUT CANNOT GO TO CAMP WITHOUT:
1. Medical forms signed by physician (parts A, B, and C)
2. Youth Permission Forms signed by parent
3. Any required medications prescribed by physician
ALSO IMPORTANT:
1. Scout Handbook (with name and LVAC555 written inside or on edge)
2. Merit Badge Prerequisite forms
CLOTHING REQUIREMENTS (highs are around 70° F, lows around 56° F):
1. The Scout dress uniform will be worn during travel to and from camp, at colors, and
at all meals. The Scout Class-A uniform includes:
a. Scout shirt with appropriate insignia
b. Scout pants/shorts (First-class rank and above)
c. Troop neckerchief/slide
d. Troop hat
e. Merit Badge sash or OA sash optional
2. Class-B shirts (3 minimum) (non-Scouting shirts are not permissible)
3. Pajamas or other sleeping garb
4. Sweater or jacket, preferably Troop Hoodie (it can get cool at night)
5. Underwear for six days
6. Socks (minimum 6 pair)
7. Jeans
8. Shorts (2 minimum)
9. Tennis shoes (canvas preferred)
10. Water shoes
11. Hiking Boots
12. Swim trunks
13. If taking Lifesaving, Swimming or Canoeing Merit Badge, bring extra clothes for
survival while in the water: long pants, shirt, socks, and shoes that can get wet.
PERSONAL HYGIENE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Toothbrush/paste
2. Soap/Shampoo
3. Bath towel/washcloth
4. Emergency toilet paper (Be Prepared!)
5. Deodorant
6. Personal first aid kit
7. Sunscreen (SPF 15 minimum)<--
Don’t be forgettin’ this laddie!
8. Lip balm
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GEAR REQUIREMENTS:
1. Duffel bag (frameless) no larger than 36” x 14”, total weight not exceeding 50lbs
2. Sleeping bag
3. Mess kit with cup/utensils
4. Water bottle or Camelbak-type hydration system
5. Compass (for Trail to First Class participants)
6. Knife with folding blade no longer than 3.5” (with Tot’n Chip)
7. Flashlight
8. Clothesline with clothespins
9. Day pack
10. Watch
Optional but recommended:
1. Camera
2. Mask, snorkel, swim fins (if owned, otherwise rentals available)
During the gear shakedown, the troop will mark the duffel bags with the scout’s name,
and unit information. This will be applied via duct tape – do not remove!
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Any personal electronics not specifically listed in requirements above; Scouts
will absolutely not bring any phones, iPods, Gameboys, etc.
Any non-Scouting shirts or hats
Comic books
Pornography
Alcohol or other illegal substances
Non-prescribed drugs except eye drops, or other items commonly found in
the personal first-aid kit
Jewelry
Fish spears or spear guns
Firearms/Ammunition
Matches
Fireworks
Any knife other than a troop-approved pocket knife
Any Kind of fuel/propane
Footlockers
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