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COVID-19 Protocol Update, Effective 6-2-21

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Per the updated guidelines of the CDC, the Medical Advisory Committee of the Alamo Area Council announces the following changes to the council’s COVID-19 protocols effective today, June 2, 2021

  • Participants (Youth and Adults) at Alamo Area Council activities will not be required to wear masks while in outdoor settings.
  • Masks will still be required while indoors and confined areas where social distancing may be difficult to maintain at camp properties.
  • Fully vaccinated visitors to the council service center will not be required to wear a mask.
  • Scouts and Scouters are still encouraged to maintain social distancing whenever possible and to wear a mask if not fully vaccinated when outdoors.

 

COVID Protocols Specific for Resident Summer Camp:
Bear Creek Summer Camps, NYLT, Akela Adventure Camp

    • All attendees of Resident Camp will provide proof of one of the following three options at check-in:
        • A negative COVID test taken within 1-3 days prior to arrival at camp
        • A positive COVID test taken within 3 months prior to arrival at camp
        • Proof of completed vaccination with 2 weeks of time passed since the final injection.
    • Medical screenings will be done at the entrance of the camp immediately upon arrival. If any scout or leader arrives at the medical screening exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19, it will be assumed that the entire unit is likely exposed and will result in the entire unit being sent home.
    • A COVID-19 “At-Risk” Camp Participant Statement will be collected for every camper, youth and adult. Pre – Event Medical Screening Checklist will be provided to each participant prior to camp and used to prepare attendees for their time at camp.
    • Attendees must bring a 2-layered mask or disposable mask (not a gaiter) for use in indoor settings.
    • Social distancing and capacity changes previously announced will remain in effect while at camp.
    • Participants presenting with symptoms of COVID-19 will be temporarily quarantined and sent home immediately.
      • All parents must fill out a “Commitment to Transport” that requires their written acceptance that they will provide transport for their youth should that youth be identified as someone who needs to be sent home.
    • Changing leaders during the week is discouraged, but if a unit must change adults during the week, each new adult will need to check-in at the office and complete prescreening procedures and show the same documentation as required for adult participants.
    • There will be no Family Night/Activities held this summer.
    • Once an individual (youth or adult) has checked in to camp they should not plan to leave the property. Readmittance to camp will be on a very limited basis and units should plan accordingly.
    • A Scout or leader is encouraged to bring their own supply of hand sanitizer, face mask, and /or gloves as they deem necessary.
    • Previously announced staff protocols will remain in effect. (Please consult your Camp Director for details.)

2021 Summer Guide is HERE

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Ready for fun this summer? So are we! Check out what’s happening in San Antonio this Summer in our 2021 Summer Activities Catalog and experience the adventure!

CHECK OUT THE SUMMER CATALOG HERE

Additionally, reservations are currently open for the McGimsey Pool, canoeing on the lake, hammock camping at Mays, and campouts at all of our fabulous Scouting properties. Come as a family, or come with your unit, either way bring your camera to capture the memories you’ll make together!

Unit Leader Promotional Materials for Summer Activities 2021

Catalog Poster 8.5×11 with QR Code
Cub Scout YouTube Video for Camp Promotion
Cub Scout / Webelos Social Media Graphic
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Scouts BSA YouTube Video for Camp Promotion
Scouts BSA Social Media Graphic

Bear Creek Scouts BSA – Summer Camp 2021

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Did you miss summer camp this year?  Really looking forward to getting back out there in 2021?

Register now to attend Bear Creek Scouts BSA Summer Camp 2021.

Since 1957, Bear Creek Scout Reservation has been a summer home to thousands of Scouts. Providing unforgettable camping memories, Bear Creek has afforded many boys their first opportunity to experience self-reliance in a beautiful natural setting in the Texas Hill Country.

The Ranger Program is designed for first-year campers, teaching basic skills, while allowing the camper to get off and running on the requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks.

Merit Badges cover aquatics, ecology, field sports, handicrafts, and Scout skills. Some preparation is recommended and best done before camp to ensure the ability to complete certain merit badges.

Older Scout Program: Bear Creek is famous for offering challenging programs for older Scouts. The C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) course is a well-rounded, fun program with low and high element activities (confidence building and group dynamic team challenges). Also available are mountain biking, rappelling, rock climbing, black powder rifle and canoeing on the Guadalupe River. An additional fee will be charged for some of these programs.

Invitation to Powder Horn 2021

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Invitation to Powder Horn 2021!

We would like to invite you to be part of Alamo Area Council’s High-Adventure Resources Management Course called Powder Horn on September 24-26 and October 8-10, 2021, at Bear Creek Scout Reservation! Now is the perfect time to sign-up…before all the slots are filled! Simply go to https://mycouncil.alamoareabsa.org/Event/9830 to register!

Powder Horn is a hands-on, intense training opportunity designed to expose Leaders to activities and resources to operate a fun, successful, and challenging High Adventure Program. YOU MUST ATTEND BOTH WEEKENDS TO COMPLETE THIS TRAINING!

Powder Horn is designed to expose Scouting Adults and Youth to activities and resources necessary to operate a successful outdoor / high-adventure program of a fun and challenging nature. The course will be limited to 48 participants. Powder Horn is open to any youth who is at least 14 years of age (or 13 and has completed eighth grade, if part of a Venturing crew) or any adult registered in the BSA. Participant guidelines include:

  • Must be a registered youth or adult member of the Boy Scouts of America.
  • Youth must be 14 years of age (or have joined a Venturing crew if 13 years of age and completed eighth grade).
  • Youth must have completed the unit’s version of leadership training (Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops, Ships, or Crews). Previous attendance at National Youth Leadership Training (NYLT) is recommended for youth participants but not required.
  • Adults must be trained for their position.
  • All participants must complete Youth Protection and Hazardous Weather training online through my.scouting.org. Because we offer water activities, climbing and boating activities at our Course, participants must complete Safety Afloat, Safe Swim Defense and Climb On Safely prior to the course. All these courses may be completed online at my.scouting.org
  • Must meet the physical requirements contained in the Annual Health and Medical Record physical for a back-country environment.
  • May have attended previous Powder Horn Courses as a participant or staff.

Location: Bear Creek Scout Reservation, Hunt, Texas

Participant Fee: $270.00 – this fee includes all meals, training materials, and program materials.

Participants must provide their own personal gear (i.e. camping gear).

You will have a GREAT experience!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact one of us!

Yours in Scouting,

Hugo Chavez                                    Ryan Harris

Course Director                               ACD-Program

(210) 862-7544                              (210) 284-5053

hvcjr@satx.rr.com                          ryan79260@icloud.com

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