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Little Philmont

Come Catch the Vision “If ever there were a time when the principles of Scouting were vitally needed—that time is now.”

President Thomas S. Monson

Traverse Mountain Stake LDS/BSA Leadership Conference

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Little Philmont Let’s Catch the Vision Together

The objective of Little Philmont is to strengthen

the Aaronic Priesthood by:

1) achieving real growth through Scouting,

2) strengthening shepherds and

3) engaging each boy and young man to

fulfill his duty to God and become a

faithful priesthood man.

Training is essential to understanding Scouting

and feeling confident that we can implement the

program.  “Leaders  in  The  Church  of  Jesus  

Christ of Latter-day Saints should be the best

implementers  of  Scouting  in  the  world,”  said  

David L. Beck, General YM President, “training  

is  an  important  step  toward  that  end.”

When properly implemented, Scouting and Duty

to God strengthen faith in Jesus Christ,

character, relationships, and skills. In addition,

they provide opportunities for young men to

develop abilities that are essential to the

priesthood ministry to which they are called,

such as leading and serving.

WHY do we do this? President Monson

explains:  “I  want  to  see  the  power  of  the  

Priesthood  strengthened…    I  want  to  see  this  

strength and power diffused through the entire

body of the Priesthood, reaching from the head

down to the least and most humble deacon in

the Church. If ever there were a time when the

principles of Scouting were vitally needed—that

time is now. Impossible to measure is the great

good which has come from this organization

during  the  past  century.  …  I  believe  in  Scouting.  

I believe in the goals of the organization. I

believe in the power of Scouting to bless and

enrich  lives  for  good.”

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Little Philmont

2014 Welcome We are looking forward to enjoying this

wonderful event with you! We have a value

packed two-day agenda planned. In this

welcome  packet,  we’ve  tried  to  cover  critical  

details and answer important questions that may

arise before you arrive, so  ‘be prepared’  by  carefully reading this information packet in its

entirety and sharing it with your family.

Our desire is to have this Little Philmont be

synonymous with gathering, learning, sharing and

growing. It will be a great time to feel the spirit in

abundance. At Little Philmont, brothers and

sisters serving boys from ages 8 to 18 will receive

some important instruction on how priesthood

with scouting can build great men of tomorrow.

SPOUSES

Spouses of those in scout callings will have

some instruction time and also some free time,

with optional classes like cooking, fun with social

media, marriage and family relations, or just

getting to know each other and providing

service…or  simply  taking  a  nap.    Everyone  will  

have the opportunity to engage on the topic of

how scouting can strengthen the family, the

Church, our community and the world.

CHILDREN

There will be some great activities for your

children like arts and crafts, a scavenger hunt,

cooking class, rocket launching, games like

minute to win it, a ropes challenge course, hikes

and more.    We’re  quite  certain  your  children  will  

find joy in the activities and the opportunity to

make new friends. We hope this event provides

a  special  blessing  for  all  your  family’s  sacrifice  

for service in scouting.

HIGHLIGHTS

Our fun begins with a welcome and special flag

ceremony on Friday morning followed by a day

full of activities and instruction and ending with a

wonderful keynote address by Brother Charles

L. (Chuck) Cutler of the Young Men General

Board, a surprise potato derby engaging the

entire family and a great campfire program.

Saturday will be filled with more instruction,

activities and fun.

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Charles L. (Chuck) Cutler General Young

Men Board

FOOD and LODGING

We  will  enjoy  the  wonderful  facilities  of  the  Church’s  Heber  Valley  Camp  where

we will have cozy cabins and wonderful meals provided by our staff.

SEE YOU SOON!

Your Traverse Mountain Stake Presidency and Little Philmont Staff

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+ Catch the Vision Table of Contents Conference Agenda ...................................................................................... 5

Check In ....................................................................................................... 6

Meals ............................................................................................................ 6

Sleeping Accommodations ........................................................................... 6

Program Overview ........................................................................................ 7

Recreation .................................................................................................... 7

Dress, Grooming and Conduct ..................................................................... 8

What Do We Bring ........................................................................................ 8

Campfires ..................................................................................................... 8

Safety and Security ...................................................................................... 8

Cooking and Garbage .................................................................................. 9

Cleaning Duties Before Leaving ................................................................... 9

General Information and Policies .................................................................. 9

Directions to Camp ..................................................................................... 10

Camp Map .................................................................................................. 11

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Time Place Event Non/Leader3Activities

8:30%9:15 LMSP Check%In

9:15%9:30 LMSA Welcome,:Song:and:Prayer

9:30%9:45 LMSA Flag:Ceremony

9:45/10:00 3Break

10:00%10:30 LMSA Little:Philmont:Objectives

10:30/10:45 Break Children/Spouse

10:45%11:45 LMSP Strengthening:Aaronic:Priesthood:Holders:through:Quorums Activity3Breakouts

11:45/12:30 Family3Lunch

12:30%1:15 LMSP The:Role:of:Stake/Ward:Leaders:and:the:Partnership:with:BSA

1:15/1:30 Break Children/Spouse

1:30%2:30 LMSP Safety,:Internet:Resources,:Finances:and:using:Scout:Committees 3Activity3Breakouts

2:30%5:00 Family:Activity:Time

5:00/5:45 LMSP Family3Dinner

5:45%6:45 LMSP KEYNOTE—Strengthening:Young:Men:of:the:Aaronic:Priesthood • Brother:Charles:L.:Cutler%YM:General:Board

6:45%8:30 LMSP Family:Activity:—:Potato:Derby

8:30%9:15 LMSA Campfire:Program

9:15%9:30 LMSP Cracker:Barrel:

9:30/10:00 Cabins Family3Time3—3Lights3Out

By:8:00 LMSP Check%In:and:Load:Vehicles

8:00/9:00 LMSP Family3Breakfast

9:00%9:20 LMSA Welcome,:Song,:Prayer:and:Flag:Ceremony

9:20/9:30 Break

9:30%10:15 LMSP Activities:the:Lord's:Way

10:15/10:30 Break Children/Spouse

TBD Cub:Scouts:in:Primary: 3Activity

TBD Scouting:for:the:Eleven%Year%Old:Boy:in:Primary: Breakouts

TBD The:Boy:Scout:Program:for:Deacons:Quorums:

TBD The:Varsity:Program:for:Teachers:Quorums

TBD The:Venturing:Program:for:Priests:Quorums

TBD Scout:Committees

Noon/12:45 >D^W Family3Lunch

12:45%1:30 LMSP Fulfilling:My:Duty:to:God:and:Faith:in:God:for:Boys: Children/Spouse

1:30%2:15 LMSP Bind:Yourself:to:Act Activity3Breakouts

2:15/2:30 Break

2:30%4:00 LMSA Closing:Ceremony,:Appreciation,:Song:and:Prayer

10:30%Noon

Order:of:Sessions:subject:to:change.:

Lehi Utah Traverse Mountain Stake LDS/BSA Training Conference

Little Philmont 2014Heber Valley Camp — Heber, UT

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Catch the Vision Guidelines to help you plan an enjoyable time…

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Heber Valley Camp is a mountain camp facility developed for

use by Church groups and families. It provides a setting for

enjoyment  of  outdoor  experiences  “away from  the  world”  where  

the Holy Ghost can be heard and felt so that each can come to

know he or she is a child of God. This document defines the

guidelines and procedures that have been established for the

use of the camp as well as specific information for the Traverse

Mountain Little Philmont Leadership Conference and Family

Camp. It is within this framework that our stake has created and

will carry out our program, applying principles of the Gospel in a

camp setting.

CHECK IN

Check in will begin on Friday morning at 8:30 am at the Lucy

Mack Smith Pavilion (there is a map of the Heber Valley Camp

included in this welcome packet). A staff member will greet you

and direct you to your cabin to unpack. Once unpacked you will

need to park your vehicle in an assigned lot as directed by staff.

Just before lunch we will receive an orientation from the Heber

Valley Camp Staff. Some of the topics covered in the meeting

are the introduction of camp hosts, camp safety, emergency

procedures, and other important information. Please pay

particular attention to the Heber Valley Camp rules included in

this packet, the kinds of vehicles and items that are allowed in

the camp as well as those that are not allowed. Note, no pets

are allowed, including dogs.

Guests who desire to participate in the high course activities at

the Challenge Courses will need to fill out a Permission and

Medical Release form. Those under age 18 will need a parent

or guardian signature on the form. The form is available at

www.hebervalleycamp.org/forms/YW_CC_Permission.pdf.

Please make a copy of this form for each person in your

family. Bring the completed forms with you to your Challenge

Course session.

Our conference will kick-off with a welcome and flag

ceremony at 9:15 and the fun will begin.

MEALS

Meals will be provided for lunch and dinner on Friday and for

breakfast and lunch on Saturday. We will try to accommodate

special dietary needs if you let us know on the registration

form or contacting Lori Carpenter, however, you may want to

plan a minimal contingency of some of your own preferences

to be safe. Please bring your own water bottles, labeled with

name, to remain hydrated throughout your stay.

SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS

We have 400+ twin beds across many reserved cabins. They

will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Most

campsites have three or four cabins. Multiple families will

share a cabin so plan your sleeping attire accordingly. Each

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cabin has 8 built-in bunk bed platforms, for a total of 16 beds.

Each platform measures 36" x 84" and does not have a

mattress or padding. You will need to bring your own sleeping

mat / sleeping bag / bedding. Fire regulations prohibit more

than 16 persons from sleeping in a cabin. No flames are

allowed in cabins. No cooking is permitted in cabins. No

meals are to be taken in cabins. Use only the cabin's

overhead electric lights or your own battery-operated lights.

Please come prepared for all weather conditions. No tents

may be used. There are male and female shower facilities

near each camp. Bring your own bath towels and soap.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

We have a wonderful program including a series of courses

for our leaders (and any spouses that want to join) that have

been outlined by the General Young Men and Primary

Presidencies. For spouses and children, there will be various

classes and activities as mentioned above. Children will be

arranged by age into one of 6 groupings. Drop off and pick

up locations to be provided at check-in. There will also be

free-time for families to organize as they see fit with some

recreation ideas below. A highlight of our leadership

conference will be a keynote for the entire family given by

Brother Charles L (Chuck) Cutler, a member of the Young

Men  Board.  After  Brother  Cutler’s  presentation  we  will  hold  

the famous Traverse Mountain Stake Potato Derby

competition, so be thinking of how your family will design the

fastest  “spud”  racer.  After  the  races  we  will  all  enjoy  an  

evening campfire program and cracker barrel.

RECREATION

Let’s  start  by  having  you  decorate,  bring  and  display  a  banner  

reflecting  your  family  (45”x45”).  We have many structured

activities planned but there will also be family time where you

can determine your activities. The Heber Valley Camp has

areas for volleyball, horse shoe pitching and hiking with the

following guidelines: Volleyball courts and horse shoe

pitching areas are provided in warm weather. Bring your own

volleyball and horse shoes or use those provided by the

camp. Reserve these activities with your camp host after you

check in. Over thirty miles of hiking trails are available in

warm weather. For your safety, please obtain, complete and

leave a hike plan with your camp hosts. Always hike with

another person - use the "buddy system." DO NOT hike off

the groomed trails or cross-country. Do not pick wild flowers

or tamper with native vegetation. Please carry out all trash.

The lake water activates will NOT be available during our

camp.

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DRESS, GROOMING AND CONDUCT

Scout leaders are encouraged to wear the BSA Field Uniform

for the leadership training sessions. Young Men in Scouting

are encouraged to bring their Uniform so they can participate

in Flag Ceremonies. Dress and grooming for leaders outside

of the training sessions and other family members should be

modest, tasteful, and conform with LDS Church standards.

Please, no shorts or swimsuits. For your safety, only closed-

toe shoes should be worn. Long pants and long-sleeved

shirts are recommended to protect from stinging nettle,

mosquitoes and other hazards, especially when hiking. Wear

insect repellent. Long pants, modest shirts and closed-toed

shoes are required at all reserved activities (challenge

courses). All campers must observe LDS standards of

conduct and speech. No smoking, alcohol or use of illegal

drugs is permitted.

WHAT DO WE BRING

The following is a basic equipment list for each member of

your family:

x Pillow, sleeping bag and mat, and/or sheets, blankets for cold nights

x Towel and washcloth and personal bathroom items x Pocket knife or pairing knife for adults (for potato derby) x Flashlight x Sunscreen x Insect repellent x Water bottles (labeled for each family member) x Permission forms (as described on page 5) x Copy of your medical insurance card x Family banner (decorated  45”x45”  one per family) x Scriptures / Journal to write thoughts and reflections x Games and activities for family time x Warm sleeping garments x Scout field uniforms (leaders and boys)

x Jacket and rain jacket or poncho x Long-sleeved shirt & long pants for challenge course x Camping chair x Medications

CAMPFIRES

Campfires may be built in provided campfire rings ONLY.

Ample firewood is available. DO NOT bring firewood from

home. Fires must be attended at all times and make sure fire

is completely out before leaving. Fire extinguishers are

located in each building and cabin.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

Provide your own first aid and emergency supplies. If

additional medical help is needed, please contact your camp

hosts immediately. In emergencies, call 911 immediately. Be

aware of those who should be in your group. If unauthorized

persons are observed, please notify your camp host

immediately. The use of candles, liquid fuels, fireworks or

sparklers is strictly prohibited. Vehicles may be driven to the

campsite for unloading of supplies. After unloading, vehicles

must be parked in designated areas as directed by a camp

host. DO NOT move logs or other parking barriers. No TAPE,

NAILS, SCREWS, or TACKS are allowed. Nothing should be

attached to any tree, building, cabin or sign with screws, nails

or tape. The use of magnets, rope and string are allowed. In

case of fire or earthquake, follow all orders given by your

camp host or other emergency management personnel. In

case of storms, seek shelter in the cabins. Campers will

generally be safer in the cabins than in vehicles trying to

transport them out of camp. The nearest hospital is in Heber

City, approximately ten (10) miles from the main camp

welcome center.

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COOKING AND GARBAGE

Though all meals will be provided, should you want to cook,

propane stoves and fuel are provided in designated cooking

areas. No cooking is permitted in cabins. Dutch oven cooking

is permitted only in areas approved by the Camp Host. All

briquettes are to be placed on aluminum foil, discarded in the

fire ring after use and extinguished properly. Liquid charcoal

lighter fluid may be used for this purpose only if it is closely

controlled by a responsible adult. Bring your own aluminum

foil. A sink with hot and cold running water is provided in each

campsite. Refrigerators are provided in each campsite. A

lockable food storage area with shelves is provided in each

campsite. All cooking facilities, especially the kitchen in the

main pavilions, must be cleaned and sanitized before leaving.

The camp provides cleaning supplies. Garbage bags are

provided by the camp host. Camp host will transport garbage

bags to the dumpster each morning and evening.

CLEANING DUTIES BEFORE LEAVING

All facilities used are to be cleaned to camp standards as

identified by camp hosts before checking out. These include,

but are not limited to, the following:

x Sweep and mop all cabin and pavilion floors. All floors with

carpet must be vacuumed.

x Bed platforms are to be vacuumed.

x Clean all cooking equipment, including grills, stoves, sinks

and refrigerators.

x Wash down all outside concrete floors with provided hoses.

x If the main pavilion has been rented, the kitchen and

equipment must be cleaned and sanitized.

x Restrooms and showers must be cleaned and sanitized,

including the mopping of the floors.

x Fires in the fire pits are to be extinguished completely.

x Litter in the campsite is to be picked up and placed in trash

bags.

x Any other duties assigned by the camp hosts.

GENERAL INFORMATION AND POLICIES

x No pets, firearms or fireworks are permitted.

x No generators are permitted. Electricity is available in

cabins, pavilions, cooking stations and restrooms.

x No tents, camp trailers, RVs, motorhomes, ATVs,

motorcycles or other motorized sport vehicles are

permitted.

x For your safety, no bikes are permitted in camp or on the

hiking trails.

x No skates or skateboards or archery are permitted in camp.

x Walking/jogging along the paved road is prohibited.

x Cell phone service is generally unavailable in most areas of

the camp except near the main welcome center at the

camp entrance.

x Weather in the mountains can vary greatly. The weather in

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September can be cold and snowy. Come prepared for

cool nights and sudden drops in temperature if a storm

arises.

x Elevation at Heber Valley Camp is between 7,500 and

10,000 feet. Pregnant women and individuals with high

blood pressure are advised to check with their physician

prior to coming to the camp.

x Service projects are available upon request. Please submit

your interest in an assignment at least 10 days in advance

by filling out a service project request (see Activities

Available at Camp). Generally, all the tools required to

complete the project will be provided by the camp. Please

bring your own work gloves. No chain saws will be

permitted unless we ask you to bring them.

x Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. through 7:00 a.m. each

night. Please be courteous to other campers.

x Please be sensitive to the noise from your camp or group.

Do not disturb the other campers.

x All restroom facilities are equipped with flush toilets and are

available to all campers. Toilet tissue, hand soap and hand

towels are provided in the sink areas. Warm showers are

available - bring your own bath towel and soap.

x Conserve water. No water fights or water games are

permitted. Please take short showers. Please don't leave

taps running.

x Adult campers, please supervise all members of your

group, especially youth and young children.

x Heber Valley Camp reserves the right to refuse service to

anyone.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO HEBER VALLEY CAMP

Take Provo Canyon east to Heber City. When you reach the

intersection with Highway 40, keep going straight (east)

through the signal light. This road becomes 1200 South.

Continue traveling east on this road approximately 5 miles to

6400 East where the road ends.

(Be careful - the speed limit in this section is only 30-35 mph

and the Heber police do patrol the road!)

The wide road to the right (south) is the main access road to

the camps. Follow the paved road four miles to the Welcome

Center.

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2014 Little Philmont Leadership Conference Lehi Traverse Mountain Stake