Elkhorn High Adventure Base

Bringing Hands on Adventure to the Colorado Wilderness.

Anyone can put on a backpack and head off on the trail. But it takes a trained staff and dedicated leadership to make a quality program.

At Elkhorn we offer:

Basic and Advanced Climbing- NO walls or towers
Rappelling - Ever done an 80ft FREE Rappel?
COPE- We have 2 High and Low courses to choose from
Mountain Man- From Black Powder to Hawk Throwing
Peak Ascent- Elevations 13,000 and Beyond
Campfire Programs
A Hike ranger to guide you through your adventure

All in the beautiful Colorado Mountains

Important 2008 Camp Registration Information

Online Camp Registration is Now Available

Registration Notes:

After Registering Online, you have the option to pay your deposit by mail, at the Greeley Office, by phone, or Online using your credit card or a PayPal account.
Even if you register online - please see the Payment Schedule and Refund Policy on page 2 of the Registration Form. Your Registration Deposit is non-refundable.
If you don't pay online, you have 10 days to make your registration deposit payment. If your payment isn't received in 10 days, your reservtion will be cancelled.
If you don't want to register online, you must use the 2008 Long Peak Council Summer Camp Registration Form
Leaders can call Cindy Batt for information, but we will not take phone reservations.
Payments may be made via the phone with a credit card, but . . you must register online or send the reservation form first.
For information, call:
Cindy Batt
970 584-2202 or 800-800-4052 Option 1

2008 CAMPING DATES

Week 1	June 8-14	$260
Week 2	June 15-21	$260
Week 3	June 23-28 LDS Encampment	$260
Week 4	June 29-July 5	$260
Week 5	July 6-12	$260
Week 6	July 13-19	$260
Week 7	July 20-26	$260
Week 8	July 27 - Aug 2	$260
Fee Per Adult - $260

Trek availability:

Week	Crew Openings
June 8 to 14	5
June 15 to 21	5
June 23 to 28	Call
June 29 to July 5	3
July 6 to 12	FULL
July 13 to 19	1
July 20 to 26	2
July 27 to Aug 2	4
Updated 5/15/2008 17:50

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2008 LEADERS GUIDE

This page is intended to give you basic information about the Elkhorn High Adventure Base.

The downloadable EHAB Leader's Guide contains detailed program and preparation information.
(The Leader's Guide is in format.)

The Elkhorn High Adventure Base is one of four camps located on the Ben Delatour Scout Ranch. The program has been put together to take advantage of the magnificent location high in the Rocky Mountains of northern Colorado. Located just north of Rocky Mountain National Park, the Elkhorn High Adventure Base offers a unique experience for older Scouts to hike, camp, and climb in the Rocky Mountains.

At over 7,000 feet in elevation and encompassing more than 3,400 acres, BDSR serves as a perfect base camp for the Elkhorn High Adventure program. Each crew will spend five full days of high adventure activities such as backpacking, rappelling, rock climbing, black powder, C.O.P.E and tomahawk throwing.

MISSION / GOALS

The purpose of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base is to provide a unique High Adventure opportunity to members of the Scouting Program. Through this experience, develop a love of the outdoors and respect for nature.

The goals of the Elkhorn High Adventure Base are to provide Scouts, Scouters, Venturers a chance to graduate from the traditional Scout Camp experience. We offer a chance to put to use the years of training and experience they have received, in a physically and mentally challenging rugged winderness setting. Finally, we hope to offer the opportunity for all of those involved in the program to gain a life-long love and respect for the natural environment.

PROGRAM ACTIVITIES

Backpacking
Low C.O.P.E.
High C.O.P.E.
Rock Climbing
Rappelling
Peak Ascent
Land Navigation
No Trace Techniques
Mountain Man Rendezvous
- Black Powder
- Tomahawk Throwing
- Archery
- Spear Throwing
Opening and Closing Campfire
And much more!

On Top of South Bald Mountain

THE ASCENT PROGRAM

Elkhorn is now the base camp for the Ascent Program. This is a one week Climbing adventure. Scouts must be at least 13 and have the climbing merit badge. Participants will climb at many of the premier locations on our 3700 acre camp. Participants will backpack between remote locations, perfecting bouldering and climbing skills. This is a climbers dream. We have some of the best granite in the Rocky Mountains. This is the only program where Scouts are allowed to climb many of the intermediate and advanced climbs on camp.

This is a provisional program. A scout does not have to attend with his troop. We provide the leadership.

THE TREKS

Trek A - Program High Adventure
This trek combines a week-long backpacking trip in the lower elevations with daily program opportunities listed above. Great a Troop or Crew's first trek and for those wanting to do more than hike the trail.

Trek B - Program Alpine Adventure
This trek includes the first half of the week at lower elevations to assist with altitude aclimatization and to provide significant program involvement from the program list above. The second half of the week is backpacking in the beautiful Colorado wilderness at altitudes of 7,000 to 12,000 feet.

Trek C - Sub Alpine Trek
This trek includes up to 50 miles of backpacking in the Colorado wilderness, with vistas above timberline. This trek will only operate during the second half of the season and is subject to alternate routes based on high-altitude snow depths.

Trek D - Ask about this one You also need to have been on an Elkhorn Trek in a previous season before we let you tackle this big one.

REQUIREMENTS

Membership & Certification: All participants in Elkhorn High Adventure Base must currently be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. At least one adult crew member must be certified in first aid and CPR.
Health: All participants are expected to be in good physical and mental health. Elevations in this region of the Rockies range from 7,00 to 13,000 feet and the ruggedness of the trails should not be underestimated. All treks include strenuous hiking and backpacking. Individuals in poor health will not be allowed to participate.
NEW Camp Medical Form (December 12, 2007)
All participants, both youth and adult, are required to present a Colorado Boy Scout Camps Medical Form signed by a physician within the past 24 months (within the past 12 months for those 40 years or older). This is the only form that will be accepted due to State of Colorado Child Care Standards.
Age: All participants in the Elkhorn High Adventure Base must be at least 13 by January 1 of the participation year. These are Longs Peak Council rules for our program and we do not make exceptions to this rule.
Adult Advisors: Each crew must have two adult leaders with them at all times. One adult leader must be 21 years of age or older by the time the crew leaves home. The other adult leader must be 18 years of age or older by the the time the crew leaves home. Based on BSA regulations, both adult leaders for Venture Crews are required to be 21 or older. Coed crews must follow BSA regulations for coed outings.
Crew Size: Crew size is strictly limited by wilderness permits and Leave No Trace practices. Full crews have a maximum of eleven participants (youth and adults). Minimum crew size is seven participants. At least two participants must be adults.

No pets (dogs, cats or otherwise) are allowed in any of the Longs Peak Council Camps.

EQUIPMENT

The Northern Rockies offer some challenging hiking terrain and it is essential that your personal and group equipment be up to the test. Snow sleet, and freezing temperatures are not unusual at higher elevations, and groupsnot properly outfitted will be restricted in their participation. Some group gear is issued to the crew on arrival. Personal gear is the responsibility of each individual. Complete gear recommendations and rental information are available in the Elkhorn Guide Book.

ELKHORN HIKE RANGER

During your trek you will be accompanied by an Elkhorn Hike Ranger. All Hike Rangers are over 18 years of age, and have been extensively trained in No Trace camping skills and wilderness emergency skills. All of them have extensive backpacking experince and knowledge of the routes your crew will be taking. Additionally, Hike Rangers have been specifically trained in the local and natural history of the Northern Rockies in order to help your crew have a first rate experience.

FOOD

All food needed for your trek is supplied by the Elkhorn High Adventure Base. We concentrate on giving you a balanced, nutritional menu which is both lightweight and tasty. Trail meals are distributed in groups of two.

While off the trail, meals are prepared for the crew by the Scout Ranch Food Services. Friday night at the Base is a Western Cookout steak fry!

RESERVATIONS

All reservations are on a first-come-first-served basis. There is a limit of eight crews on the trail per week.

PAST COMMENTS

Here's what some of our crews had to say about their experience at Elkhorn.

"The organization of the adventure led us up to and beyond our expectations."	"This experience will help us institute "Leave No Trace" ethics into our everyday lives."		"The staff obviously loves what they are doing and their enthusiasm is infectious."
"Elkhorn is a place I will never forget and its experiences will last me forever."		"Arrive mentally and physically prepared. Read and use the Leaders Guide to get ready for this adventure."

MORE INFORMATION

See the Leader's Guide section above.

If you do not have web access, or cannot download and print the page, please call or write and we will gladly mail you a copy.

For More Information, please contact:

Longs Peak Council

Boy Scouts of America

P.O. Box 1166

Greeley, CO 80632

970 584-2202 or 800-800-4052 Option 1

FAX 970-330-7961

Last Updated Sunday, 01-Jun-2008 22:29:42 MDT