PAMLICO SEA BASE 2016 LEADER S GUIDE

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1 PAMLICO SEA BASE 2016 LEADER S GUIDE PO Box Boy Scout Blvd Phone: Fax: Website:

2 Registration Information, Dates & Fees Camp Dates Pamlico Sea Base will conduct 10 weeks during the summer of Each session begins with Sunday a ernoon check in from 2:00 pm 4:00 pm and will end a er breakfast the following Saturday morning. Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 June June June 26 July 2 July 3 9 July July July July 31 Aug 6 Aug 7 13 Aug Program Dates Kayaking Trek IBX Adventure Coastal Bike Trek Sailing Trek Scuba Cert. Week 1 CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED Week 9 Week 10 CLOSED CLOSED Program Cost Pamlico Sea Base requires pre registra on deposits per person to reserve a spot for each program. The deposit is non refundable and is credited towards your total amount due. Kayaking Trek IBX Adventure Coastal Bike Trek Sailing Trek Scuba Pre Registra on per person $50.00 per person $50.00 per person $50.00 per person TBA $75.00 per person Register Before Jan. 31, 2016 $335 per person $355 per person $320 per person TBA TBA Register A er Jan. 31, 2016 $345 per person $365 per person $335 per person TBA TBA

3 Registration Information, Dates & Fees Please read over this en re page very carefully. This is carefully. This cri cal informa on regarding the payment of fees and the due dates for certain fees. Payment Schedule Per Registra on Deposit is due per person to reserve a slot in a program (non refundable) February 1st $50.00 per person for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for Scuba March 1st $50.00 per person for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 per person for Scuba. Units who are on a wai ng list will be no fied of their status within 2 3 days. April 1st $50.00 per person for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 per person for Scuba May 1st All fees are required to be paid in full. Units are required to submit all registra on forms, and a complete Unit Roster. UNITS OR INVIVIDUALS WHO DO NOT MAKE FULL PAYMENT BY THIS DATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY THE HIGHER PRICE FOR SAID PROGRAM OR LOSE THEIR RESERVATIONS TO ANOTHER GROUP. Payment Methods Credit Card: Please send the Hold a Slot Reserva on Form or Payment Form by either faxing it to or by to julie.sanderson@scou ng.org then call Julie Sanderson at with credit card informa on. By Check: Make checks payable to East Carolina Council, BSA and mail to the following address East Carolina Council, BSA A n: 2015 Pamlico Sea Base PO Box 1698 Kinston, North Carolina Who to contact Ques ons regarding Registra on, payments or any other general informa on contact Julie Sanderson at or her at julie.sanderson@scou ng.org Ques on regarding logis cs or trek planning please call Sea Base Director Ma Compton at or by at ma hew.compton@scou ng.org Par cipants A endance Restric ons In order to ensure that all par cipants receive the best possible experience we are restric ng the number of par cipants for each trek. This is due to safety precau ons and equipment availability.

4 Registration Information, Dates & Fees Refund Policy All refund requests must be on the refund request form: Please understand that these programs require extensive planning. Most of the fees are actually spent before you arrive in camp, Group size plays a crucial role in preparing the transporta on, menus, and logis cal support for these programs. Refund policy is noted below: Request received prior to June 1, 2015 All fees will be returned expect for the non refundable fee of $50.00 per par cipant for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 per boat for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for par cipant for Scuba Request received a er June 1, 2015 WILL NOT receive reimbursement NO EXCEPTIONS Request received for no shows, change of mind, and lack of leadership will not be honored Request for refunds received for Par cipant depar ng camp early for any reason will not be honored Refunds are not given at camp but (once verified) are processed from the council service center. A check will be mailed to the unit leader not the Scout. Group Registra on Group Registra on is the most common method by which units register for programs. Group sizes can vary but tradi onal have at least 6 8 youth and 2 adults. Any unit sending more than 3 youth must send an adult as well. Provisional Registra on Provisional registra ons and par cipa on is encouraged and accepted in all Sea Base programs. Scouts and Venturers are welcome to par cipate in the programs without the rest of their units. In the event that an individual registers for any program he and she will be combined with other par cipants to create a full size crew. Units who are a ending Pamlico Sea Base can also sign their younger youth up for any Camp Boddie Summer Camp. The schedules of both camps are the same; arrival and departure mes, so that you may arrive together. Camp Boddie and the Pamlico Sea Base are also located on the same property.

5 Crew Sizes For the sake of registra on a Crew is defined as your group. Not to be confused with a Venturing Crew. The maximum crew size varies for each individual program. The maximum number will be strictly enforced. Please do not ask for or expect excep ons. Each crew is required to have a majority of youth par cipants. Crew Sizes The following maximums per week are not flexible. Please do not ask to bring more than the maximum for each program. Crew sizes are based on equipment available and safety. For example the Sea Base has 12 bikes available for the Biking Trek. Total Crew numbers include youth and adult leaders. Sea Kayaking Trek: Maximum of 40 per week / Minimum of 4. (Recommended individual crew size 12) The Pamlico Sea Base maintains about 50 sea kayaks. Coastal Biking Trek Maximum of 12/Minimum of 4 Inner Banks Adventure: Maximum of 10 per crew (Two crews per week). Scuba Program: Maximum of 8 per week / Minimum of 4 Sailing Trek: 12 people altogether Crew Leader A well qualified Scout or Venturer should be selected as crew leader before arriving at camp. The crew leader responsibili es include: Discussing ideas with the en re crew to arrive at a consensus before taking ac on Organizing the crew, assigning du es and making decisions Lead the crew in organizing and selec ng the route (for kayaking and Coastal Cycling) Oversee the se ng up and breaking down camp and meal prepara on Communicate between Sea Base staff and the crew. Adult leadership is not required for Sea Base programs. In the event that only one, or no adult leader accompanies your unit to camp we will provide addi onal Sea Base personnel to meet the requirements set forth in BSA Youth Protec on Guidelines. Any unit sending more than 3 scouts must send an adult too. Adult leaders are required to meet the same par cipant requirements as a youth member. Your Role As An Adult Leader As an adult leader, you will work with the advice of your guide to counsel your crew and crew leader and ensure the safety and well being of the group. Your assigned staff guide will have the final word on all ma ers while on a trek. If it becomes necessary, you should be prepared to discipline a crew member. Please remember that part of the high adventure experience is u lizing challenging situa ons to help your crew bond into an efficient team that helps all crew members succeed. All of our programs will involve some degree of physical challenge for par cipants not accustomed to the type of exercise. Most teenage par cipants are fully capable of mastering this physical challenge while adults with sedentary lifestyles o en have more difficulty. Please consider your ability to maintain a posi ve a tude in light of physical hardship when making plans to accompany a group. This is also important to keep this in mind when selec ng addi onal adults to par cipate in a trek who may not normally par cipate in unit ac vi es. A crew with an enthusias c spirit can do far more than it ever dreamed possible and you are an instrumental part of keeping your group s morale high.

6 General Information Conduct Policy The majority of the property and facili es used by the Pamlico Sea Base are either privately owned or operated by the Na onal Park Service. For this reason we expect every par cipant who a ends the Sea Base to act in accordance with Scou ng values and principles. Your help in this will ensure that we maintain good rela onships with these individuals and organiza ons, and con nue to promote the reputa on of the Boy Scouts of America as a highly regarded youth organiza on. Those individuals that do not do so will be asked to leave the Base Camp or be removed from the route they are on at the me at their own expense. The Sea Base cannot provide supervision should a par cipant be removed from the trek for discipline reasons, they must be sent home at their own expense. An adult leader or an addi onal youth will be required to come off the trail to provide supervision and assist with transporta on arrangements in the event a par cipant is sent home. Res tu on for damages caused on or off camp property will be billed to the Scout s parents or the Unit. Direc ons to Sea Base Printable direc ons can be found at The physical address for Google Maps or Map quest is: 419 Camp Bonner Boy Scout Rd, Blounts Creek, NC Sunday Check In Registra on will not begin un l 1:30 PM on Sunday a ernoon. Groups who wish to arrive early must understand that no program will be available un l this me. It is strongly recommended that crews for all programs arrive before 3:00 PM Sunday. There will not be a long check in process on Sunday. From your me of arrival to me on the water will be within an hour. Any special considera ons must be preapproved by the Sea Base Director. Saturday Morning/Friday Night If crews wish they may depart camp on Friday a ernoon. They will need to no fy the staff on their arrival Sunday so that the logis cs of your week can be planned accordingly. For crews who will be staying Friday evening, a con nental breakfast will be provided on Saturday morning. Leaving Camp Anyone leaving camp must check out at the Sea Base office. Youth members (under 18) who leave camp property at any me must be released to a parent or legal guardian. A designated individual may remove a youth member from the facility only when a le er of authoriza on and approval from the parent or legal guardian and proper iden fica on are provided. Please fill out the Scout Early Release Form. Shower Facili es BSA policy prevents youth 6 to 17 years of age and adults 18 years of age and older from sharing shower or sleeping facili es. The Sea Base shower facility provides nine fully enclosed rooms. Each room has a shower stall, toilet, sink and changing bench. These separate accommoda ons sa sfy the exis ng rule.

7 General Information Patch The Sea Base will include a patch for every par cipant. Those that complete the sea kayaking 50 miler will receive our special Paddle or Die Club Patch Parking and Vehicles The main parking lot is located by the Sea Base facili es. Once your group has checked in we expect cars to remain parked here. The only vehicles allowed on the service roads are those with special permission from the Sea Base Director. Only adults 21 years of age or older are allowed to drive vehicles in camp. While a unit is off camp property, car keys can be kept in the director s lock box. Any other gear or valuables are expected to be stored in private vehicles. Never leave valuables in tents or una ended. The Sea Base is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Alcohol & Illegal Drugs All drug and alcohol laws of the State of North Carolina are strictly enforced. Alcohol beverages are not permi ed on camp property or while par cipa ng in a sea kayaking trek. Any persons viola ng this policy will be asked to leave or evacuated from their trek at their own expense following outlined conduct policy. Fireworks In accordance with BSA policy and Cape Lookout Na onal Seashore, fireworks of any kind are prohibited. Tobacco Use In accordance with BSA recommenda ons, the use of tobacco products is undesirable. Adults are requested not to use tobacco products in the presence of scouts. The use of tobacco products in any camp facility (including camp tents) is strictly prohibited. Adults are asked to please deposit bu s in the trash. Early Departure Transporta on Costs Scouts and Adult Leaders who wish to return home before the end of their trek for reasons other than illness or injury are responsible for any transporta on costs involved. This includes reimbursement for gas cost, in addi on to any applicable ferry charges for individuals and their boats. Most payment is expected to be made directly to the Pamlico Sea Base. On site Housing The facili es at the Pamlico Sea Base are for those individuals who are par cipa ng in one of the programs. The Sea Base does provide overnight facili es for guest and visitors. Pre Camp Orienta on A er pre registering for a program each adult point of contact will receive a Trek Planning packet with detailed informa on and direc ons for the specific program that they are signed up for. Camp Mailing Address Pamlico Sea Base 419 Camp Bonner Boy Scout Rd Blounts Creek, NC 27814

8 General Information Medical Services The camp will provide a qualified medical officer who is available at all mes. In the event that outside help is needed the appropriate medical facility will be contacted depending on your loca on. Buddy System The Pamlico Sea Base operates under the guidelines set forth in the Buddy System. Staff Areas All staff areas and buildings are off limits to all non staff members. Lost and Found The Pamlico Sea Base and East Carolina Council, BSA will not be held responsible for the loss of or damage to personal or troop property and equipment. Any personal equipment le at camp will be mailed to the owner upon their request at their expense. Chapel Service Every Sunday evening there is an interdenomina onal chapel service held at the Camp Chapel Special Dietary Needs Should any Scout or adult require special dietary needs related to health or allergy concerns should inform us as soon as possible before their arrival at camp. Individuals who do not contact the camp ahead of me will be responsible for their own supplements. Please have parents call the director directly. THIS INCLUDES GLUTEN ALLERGIES. Early Arrivals Units or individuals who need to arrive early should contact the camp either by phone or before their arrival at camp. Units who do arrive early will be responsible for their own meals un l Sunday Dinner. All requests must be submi ed by May 30th. Degree of Difficulty Sea Base kayaking treks and cycling trek will range greatly in degree of difficulty. How challenging your trek is can be completely up to your crew. Our goal is to provide you with a trek that meets the needs of all your par cipants. Sea Kayaking is a fast growing sport because it is an outdoor sport that almost any one can do. When planning your trip, pay close a en on to the difficulty ra ngs. The mileage covered and ac vi es. Also keep in mind that a sea kayak that travel at almost twice the speed of a canoe. The degree of difficulty in Biking Trek is also up to your crew. Combining two different ac vi es will allow for all your crew par cipants to feel comfortable with their week. The Scout who is not a strong kayaker may be be er on the bike and so forth. Flexibility: When reviewing the Trek Planners for Biking Trek, OBX Adventure and Sea Kayaking keep in mind that the published routes are not set in stone. The published routes are more like templates that your crew can use to mold your own route. This is your week at camp and we will do everything we can to provide you with the trip you want.

9 Inner Banks Adventure Take fill advantage of every aqua c ac vity the North Carolina Inner Banks has to offer. Your week will be filled with: Small Boat Sailing Ocean and Surf Kayaking Waterskiing Jet Skis Shark Fishing Ocracoke Overnights The best way to describe IBX Adventure is spending a week at camp, making your own schedule, and par cipa ng in everything Aqua cs related in a week. A perfect program for the older Scout who is looking to spend a summer outside of merit badge sessions or for the group looking for a less strenuous high adventure program. Visit unique loca ons like Fort Macon in Atlan c Beach, NC and the NC Mari me Museum in historic Beaufort NC. Other op onal ac vi es may include: Deep Sea Fishing and Shark Fishing. Your me in IBX Adventure will be split between ac vi es at the base camp on the Pamlico River and facili es near the Atlan c Ocean. The crew size of the program is limited to ensure that each par cipant receives personal instruc on in all the ac vi es. This is a fast paced week full of programs and fun. However, true to Sea Base fashion, we ve le plenty of free me for relaxing and the flexibility to try new things as they come your way. Eye patches and talking parrots are op onal.

10 Inner Banks Adventure QUICK FACTS ALL EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED!!!! I nerary: Units will be able to choose from different i neraries that reflect their specific goals or ac vi es they may wish to par cipate in. Days typically have two sessions, a 9 12 and a 2 5. Twilight ac vi es are op onal and offered daily. Some ac vi es require two or more sessions. Please see specific guide for more details. Addi onal Cost: Some of the ac vi es in IBX Adventure will have an addi onal cost such as Deep Sea Fishing and Shark fishing. Price range for these is $45 $85 per person. These ac vi es are op onal. Overview: The IBX program is a more laid back program compared to the Sea Kayaking Treks and Cycling. Par cipants will be living at the base camp and will be par cipa ng in a different ac vity each day. Base Camp living: Groups will be living at the base camp for the dura on of the week. Facili es provide include a common room, shower house, primi ve cabins, and or two man pla orm tents with cots. Group Size: The group size of IBX Adventure is limited to 10 par cipants. The Sea Base will be opera ng two IBX Adventure Crews each will. These crews will have different schedules. Jet Skis: The Pamlico Sea Base is proud to be one of the few camps in the country to offer Boy Scouts a personal water cra program. Our IBX Adventure program is the Sea Base delivery of the Jet Skis. To operate a Jet Ski, par cipants are required under NC Law to be 14 years of age, show comple on of a Boaters Safety Course and carry a photo id.

11 Sea Kayaking Trek Spend an incredible summer par cipa ng in one of the most enjoyable high adventure sports available. Packing a sea kayak with all the food and gear you need for an en re week and traveling up the North Carolina coast line. These treks will be more rewarding than any other program you have ever experienced. Kayaking Routes / Op ons Sea Kayaking routes take place in the Cape Lookout Na onal Seashore within the protected waters of the Core and Pamlico Sounds. All routes are chosen by the crew. Tents, stoves, meals, cooking equipment, dry bags and all padding equipment are provided. Crews will have a variety of routes to choose from. Each crew will be able to customize their week to meet their goal for the trip. Routes can vary from very easy and casual to difficult and challenging. During the course of your week you ll have the opportunity to see the wild horses on Shackleford Island, Cape Lookout and Ocracoke Lighthouse, and abundance of sea life, deep sea fishing, sound fishing, clamming, surf fishing, Cape Lookout Ranger Program, ocean kayaking, Cedar Island Na onal Wildlife refuge, and much more!!!! Trek Planner: More details including meals, routes, and equipment list are included in the Trek Planner. A copy is posted on the Kayaking page of the website and a copy will be sent to your point of contact for each individual registered. It is important that every crew member read the contents and fully understand all aspects of the trek.

12 Sea Kayaking Trek Planner: Sea Kayaking Trek QUICK FACTS The sea kayaking trek planner is each groups guide to success on their trek. The guide will contain equipment list, routes and general informa on for each par cipant to review. Routes: Routes will vary in difficulty and distance covered. Each group will choose a route based on the following: 1. Miles traveled each day 2. If the group wants the 50 miler award 3. The type of camping the group wishes to do. 4. The type of ac vi es the group wishes to par cipate in. 5. The loca ons the group wants to visit. Equipment: The Sea Base provides all necessary equipment for this program with the excep on of personal gear, i.e.: sleeping bag, clothing, mess kit, etc. Experience: No experience is necessary for the kayaking trip. We will spend Sunday a ernoon introducing your group to kayaking skills and safety. When your trip starts on Monday morning our staff will con nue with follow up and con nued individual coaching to make your experience more comfortable. Anyone can kayak! Loca ons: Treks take place along the Cape Lookout Na onal Seashore. Actual paddling is in the protected waters of Back, Core and Pamlico Sound. Camping is on the ocean side of the islands except at the lighthouse. The average water depth of the sounds is only 1 3 feet. Par cipants are rarely in deep water except when crossing a channel or inlet. For the Parents Sea kayaking is a very safe ac vity to par cipate in. We take all the required precau ons outlined in the Guide to Safe Scou ng along with the Na onal Camping Standards for High Adventure Bases. We also add our good judgment and years of experience to keep the par cipants safe at all mes. While we are somewhat isolated during the kayaking trek we do have protocols in place to call on emergency services that can respond in a rapid fashion. The Pamlico Sea Base is the largest BSA operated sea kayaking program with a fleet of 50+ sea kayaks with gear.

13 Coastal Cycling Trek Cycling is what makes the week different from all of the other ac vi es. This route is a good way for crews to break up their week and not just commit to 5 days of kayaking. Crews will also have more op ons to visit local des na ons and a li le more crea ve in trip planning. Crews will receive training in bicycle safety, group travel, and bike maintenance. You will also be able to receive Cycling MB or a par al depending on the route you choose. All equipment including bikes, panniers, stoves, tents and camping equipment is provided by the Sea Base. Possible Activities Along the way Surf Fishing Body Boarding Ocracoke Island Crabbing Surfing Pier Fishing Kayaking Choose the miles you travel Choose the locations you visit Choose the activities for each day

14 Coastal Cycling Trek QUICK FACTS Routes You choose your route based on 1. Difficulty 2. Miles biked 3. Ac vi es. The bike routes are on secluded and protected back roads. We take every precau on necessary to protect the safety of all our par cipants. No unnecessary risk have ever been or never will be taken. A support vehicle will be used to transport par cipants around major roadways that could poten ally be dangerous or provide an unnecessary risk to the crew. The recommended route will follow a gradual build up as recommended in the cycling merit badge requirements. Coastal Cycling Trek planner: The Coastal Cycling Trek planner contains all the informa on necessary for par cipants to plan for and par cipate in the program. It includes equipment list, routes, and trip planning informa on. Bikes: The sea base provides the bikes for this program. The bikes are Trek 820 s with road res and a padded seat. Each bike is equipped with a rack over the rear re and two panniers able to carry over 2000 cubic inches of gear. Addi onal Cost: There are a few addi onal costs for this program that are op onal. Op ons include: surf lessons, kayak rental, canoe rental, golf cart rental (for Adults on Ocracoke). Many units also opt to eat out on Ocracoke island, and enjoy the fresh local seafood. Group size limita ons The maximum number of par cipants who may par cipate is 12 people. This is based on the number of bikes available and safety concerns for the group. This number is NOT nego able.

15 Sailing Trek Set sail on the high seas of North Carolina s legendary coast with our all new Sailing Trek. The Pamlico Sea Base has partnered with the Jeanie B and Associates to offer the sailing experience of a life me. The PSB will host the 72 gaff rigged schooner Jeanie B. With no prior sailing experience needed, the Sailing Trek is designed to get you off the couch and behind the helm of a sailboat. Par cipants will learn the fundamentals of overnight sailing and more. Celes al naviga on, sextons, and more await you as you and your crew live aboard and take control from the get go. The program is designed so that everyone gets to par cipate in every facet of the Trek. From naviga ng to creasing the sheet, and everything in between, as a member of the crew you learn the ins and outs of overnight sailing. Goal It is the goal of the Pamlico Sea Base as well as the Captains and Owners of the vessels, that every participant leave with a complete and thorough knowledge of overnight sailing as well as a passion to continue to sail. Sailing is more than a hobby, it s a lifestyle. Ship The Jeanie B is a 72 gaff-rigged schooner, a type of tall ship. She comfortably sleeps up to 12 per week. Captains Our captains all come fully recommended and licensed by the USCG. They are all either Scout Alumni or have worked at nationally recognized camps in their sailing program.

16 QUICK FACTS Sailing Trek 1. The cost now includes food. 2. The sailboats are operated by USCG licensed Captains 3. There is a maximum number of par cipants Routes Upon departure from the Pamlico Sea Base, routes are at the discre on of the Captains. Naviga on, des na on, and all other informa on pertaining to the trip s i nerary will be discussed and developed upon arrival to Pamlico Sea Base. It is our desire that the par cipants get a true understanding of the planning of naviga on and overnight sailing. In this light, par cipants are heavily involved from the beginning. Hands On The Sailing Trek is not a day cruise. The Sailing Trek goes beyond teaching the fundamentals of basic sailing. By the end of the Trek, every par cipant will have done every job aboard the vessel. They will have a thorough understanding of the joys of sailing as well as a complete knowledge of safe prac ces and planning. It is the goal of the PSB and the ship s Captains that every par cipant leaves feeling comfortable enough to embark on their own sailing trek and con nues to be a part of a thriving sailing lifestyle Experience No prior sailing knowledge is needed. Never been on a boat before? No Problem! Don t know your port from your starboard? Not an issue! The Sailing Trek is designed to make a sailor out of even the hardiest of landlubbers. Equipment: The PSB covers all necessary equipment except for personal gear. Personal gear such as sleeping bags, clothing, mess kits, etc. is not provided Group size limita ons The maximum number of par cipant who may par cipate in the Sailing Trek varies by vessel. The Jeanie B, the 72 gaff rigged schooner, is now available for summer sailing treks and holds 25 for day trips or 12 for overnights. Please see our Weekend Programming for more informa on. These numbers are not nego able.

17 Scuba The Pamlico Sea Base, in conjunction with Rum Runner Dive Shop, offers you the safest and highest quality SCUBA training in a top five world diving destination. In their goal to educate competent and comfortable divers, RRDS guides will instruct participants in basic diving skills and equipment safety. Classroom instruction is balanced with daily swimming pool practice sessions. Towards the end of the course, divers have a chance to test their skills at a local rock quarry and a shore-based beach dive. The highlight of the week is an open ocean dive during which participants are evaluated for their NAUI certification. All participants in the program will have the opportunity to earn their NAUI certification. This certification is recognized world-wide and will allow participants to rent gear and continue their underwater exploration in virtually any diving arena. The Pamlico Sea Base will provide logistical support, food and lodging for participants. Program Fee: $TBA Included in cost: Certification cost, equipment rentals, boat charter, rock quarry fee, textbook and materials, food, and lodging Safety Concerns Please understand that SCUBA diving involves a high degree of risk. For this reason participants will be required to perform a swim test in which they are evaluated by a dive instructor and complete a Diving Medical Form along with the BSA Class 3 form. There are several medical conditions, commonly found in Scouting age participants, that can inhibit a person s ability to dive. These conditions include, but are not limited to, the following: Behavioral Health Problems, Claustrophobia, Ear and Hearing Problems, Sinus Trouble, High Blood Pressure, Asthma, Respiratory Problems, Hernia, Recent Surgery, Over 40 years of age or Drug Allergies. If you have questions about whether or not it is medically safe for you to participate in this program you can consult the physicians at the Divers Alert Network by phone (919) during normal business hours. Any questions relating to the services provided by Rum-Runner Dive Shop, please contact Rum- Runner directly and reference Sea Base. Dr. Peter Wagner diving@rumrunnerdiveshop.com

18 Scuba PAMLICO SEA BASE NAUI Open Water Training Registra on NAME: ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP PHONE WORK PHONE ADDRESS Registra on Dates (Dates you are registering for) Courses will be available star ng TBA. Start Date (Friday) mm/dd: / Arrival Time: (before 1:00pm) End Date (Tuesday) mm/dd: / Will you be arriving early If so what day and es mated me? Number of Par cipants: The maximum class size for this course is (8) eight. The minimum is (4) four. Total number of youth males: Total number of youth females Total youth Total number of adult males : Total number of adult females Total adults Fees Due: Crews are required to register for their course, with a $75 non refundable deposit due no later than 30 days prior to their course. The SCUBA Roster should be a ached to the registra on form. Final payment is due 7 full days prior to arrival. Crews who pay their balance upon arrival will be charged an addi onal $30 per person. Deposit: ($75 per) Total number of par cipants x $75 = = Total due Balance: ($TBA per) Total number of par cipants x $TBA = = Total due A ached Documents Pamlico Sea Base SCUBA Registra on Form $75 Deposit per person RETURN TO: East Carolina Council, BSA C/O Pamlico Sea Base Acct # 055 PO Box 1698 Kinston, NC Phone: Fax:

19 Pamlico Sea Base Reservation Form Unit: Council Number: Council: Troop Contact: Street Address: City: State: Zip Code: Best Contact Number: Alt. Number: (very important) Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 June June June 26 July 2 July 3 9 July July July July 31 Aug 6 Aug 7 13 Aug Step One: Choose a Week: ( ) Week 1 ( ) Week 2 ( ) Week 3 ( ) Week 4 ( ) Week 5 ( ) Week 6 ( ) Week 7 ( ) Week 8 ( ) Week 9 ( ) Week 10 Step Two: Choose a Trek: ( ) Sea Kayaking (40 max per week) ( )Coastal Cycling (12 max per week) ( ) Scuba (Only offered Week 9 & 10) ( ) IBX Adventure (20 max per week) ( ) Sailing (12 max per week) Step Three: Number of par cipants: ( ) # Youth Males ( ) # Youth Females ( ) # of Adult Males ( ) # of Adult Females Kayaking Trek IBX Adventure Coastal Bike Trek Sailing Trek Scuba Pre Registra on per person $50.00 per person $50.00 per person $50.00 per person TBA $75.00 per person Register Before Jan. 31, 2016 $335 per person $355 per person $320 per person TBA TBA Register A er Jan. 31, 2016 $345 per person $365 per person $335 per person TBA TBA Return this page along with deposit per person to: East Carolina Council PO Box 1698 Kinston, North Carolina 28503

20 Payment Transmittal Form Troop # District Council: Week at Camp: Program: Contact Informa on: Camp Troop Leader: Best Contact #: Address: Payment Informa on: ( ) We are paying for # Youth Males # Youth Females # Adult Males # Adult Females Camp Fees Kayaking Trek IBX Adventure Coastal Bike Trek Sailing Trek Scuba Register Before Dec 31, 2014 $335 per person $355 per person $320 per person TBA TBA Register a er Jan. 1, 2015 $345 per person $365 per person $335 per person TBA TBA Payment Schedule Payment Schedule Per Registra on Deposit is due per person to reserve a slot in a program (non refundable) February 1st $50.00 for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for Scuba March 1st $50.00 for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for Scuba. Units who are on a wai ng list will be no fied of their status within 2 3 days. April 1st $50.00 for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for Scuba May 1st All fees are required to be paid in full. Units are required to submit all registra on forms, and a complete unit Roster. UNITS OR INVIVIDUALS WHO DO NOT MAKE FULL PAYMENT BY THIS DATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY THE HIGHER PRICE FOR SAID PROGRAM OR LOSE THEIR RESERVATIONS TO ANOTHER GROUP. Pay by check # dated in the amount of $ Return this page and payment to: East Carolina Council PO Box 1698 Kinston, North Carolina 28503

21 Refund Form Unit: Council Number: Council: Troop Contact: Street Address: City: State: Zip Code: Best Contact Number: Alt. Number: (very important) REFUND POLICY All refund requests must be on the refund request form: Please understand that these programs require extensive planning. Most of the fees are actually spent before you arrive in camp, Group size plays a crucial role in preparing the transporta on, menus, and logis cal support for these programs. Refund policy is noted below: Request received prior to June 1, 2016 All fees will be returned expect for the non refundable fee of $50.00 per par cipant for Kayaking, IBX Adventure and Coastal Bike, $300 per boat for Sailing Trek and $75.00 for par cipant for Scuba Request received a er June 1, 2016 WILL NOT receive reimbursement NO EXCEPTIONS Request received for noshows, change of mind, and lack of leadership will not be honored Request for refunds received for Par cipant depar ng camp early for any reason will not be honored Refunds are not given at camp but (once verified) are processed from the council service center. A check will be mailed to the unit leader not the Scout. Reason for refund request (be specific) I understand this request will be reviewed and, if approved, payment will be sent by check to the unit named as the Reserva on Owner Return this page to: East Carolina Council PO Box 1698 Kinston, North Carolina 28503

22 Swim Check Troop # Week# Council: Campsite: Swim Test Qualifications: A Swim Test can be administered by a currently certified BSA Lifeguard, Aquatics Instructor, Red Cross Lifeguard, or an adult trained in BSA Aquatics Supervision: Swimming and Water Rescue. A copy of the administers card must be attached. The Camp Administration reserves the right to retest any individual. Swimmers pass the test: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth. Level off swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudge, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stops and must include at least on sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. Beginners pass this test: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and swim 25 feet on the surface. Stop, turn sharply, resume swimming and return to starting place. Anyone who has not completed either the beginner or swimmer test is classified as a non-swimmer. Name/Birthdate Classifica on Name/Birthdate Classifica on Completion Date: Certi ied by: (Print )Signature: Quali ications: Phone Number Attach a copy of the administrator s card