Troop 304, Boy Scouts of America The Lovett School Kevin Link ...
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January 14-17, 2011 - SeaBase<br />
SeaBase<br />
<strong>The</strong> Brinton Environmental Center:<br />
23800 Overseas Hwy.<br />
Summerland Key, FL 3<strong>304</strong>2<br />
(305) 664-5650<br />
<strong>The</strong> Florida National High Adventure Sea Base is owned and<br />
operated by the National Council <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Boy</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>America</strong><br />
to <strong>of</strong>fer unique educational aquatic programs to our members.<br />
Located in the heart <strong>of</strong> the Florida Keys, the near shore reefs<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer unparalleled opportunities for long term and short term<br />
programs year round.<br />
Travel<br />
Logistics<br />
<strong>Troop</strong> <strong>304</strong>, <strong>Boy</strong> <strong>Scouts</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>America</strong><br />
<strong>The</strong> <strong>Lovett</strong> <strong>School</strong><br />
<strong>Kevin</strong> <strong>Link</strong> - Scoutmaster<br />
www.lovett<strong>304</strong>.com<br />
Departure<br />
January 14, Delta Flight 5251 To Key West, Departs at 6:55PM<br />
Several <strong>Scouts</strong> will depart on an earlier flight DL 2271 departing at 2:55pm.<br />
(<strong>The</strong>se <strong>Scouts</strong> and Dads include Harrison, <strong>Link</strong>, McCrady, White, McGuire,<br />
Wright)<br />
<strong>Scouts</strong> should arrive at the South Ticketing/Delta lower level side by 5:00 pm.<br />
This is a holiday weekend so expect bad traffic and delays. We will head to the<br />
gate at 5:15 exactly. If you miss us you will need to find a way to meet us at the<br />
gate. Brent Eiland will be stationed on the sidewalk so <strong>Scouts</strong> can be dropped <strong>of</strong>f<br />
without parking. This is the area where many people check bags on the lower<br />
level <strong>of</strong> Delta. Brent will be located just before this baggage drop on the right<br />
side <strong>of</strong> the sidewalk.<br />
We will not check bags.<br />
Return<br />
January 17, Delta 2190 and arrive in Atlanta at 7:38 PM<br />
Meet us at the Delta Baggage Claim top <strong>of</strong> the escalator and please be on time as<br />
everyone will be tired and ready for home. Flight time is approximately 2 hours.<br />
Costs<br />
<strong>The</strong> all inclusive fee is $650 per person. To secure your spot and lock in this<br />
fee, please send your checks payable to <strong>Troop</strong> <strong>304</strong> to: <strong>Troop</strong> <strong>304</strong>, 4355 Cobb<br />
Parkway, Suite J441, Atlanta, GA 30339.<br />
Uniforms As required by BSA policy, we will wear our Class A Uniform to SeaBase and back.<br />
This includes our Class A shirt and khaki (<strong>Lovett</strong>) short/long pants. <strong>Troop</strong> T-Shirts DO<br />
NOT count as Class A.<br />
Packing List Pack in a Duffle Bag/ We will not Check Bags.<br />
Shorts – 2 Pair<br />
Shirts – 3 Short Sleeve, 1 Long Sleeve<br />
Long Pants – 1 Pair<br />
Underwear – 4 Pair<br />
Socks<br />
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Bathing suits – 2<br />
Fleece<br />
Teva’s or boat shoes<br />
Towels – 2 (Beach and Bath)<br />
Hat<br />
Night clothes<br />
Sunscreen<br />
Raincoat<br />
Water Bottle (Empty)<br />
Personal Toiletry Gear including soap and shampoo<br />
Small Pack - Something that can be used to take Towels on the Boat<br />
Spending Money for at least 3 Meals<br />
Bring Electronic devices at your own risk (Headphones required)<br />
Camera (Optional)<br />
Cards, books, games<br />
Sunglasses<br />
Notes about Gear<br />
No bedding or sleeping bag is required – SeaBase will provide all linens<br />
Watch the weather – the last time we went we had record lows – pack wisely<br />
We will be around water – no mountains. No boots, knifes, etc.<br />
Raincoat is a must<br />
No cooking gear or camping gear – we will stay in large rooms with bunks<br />
Medicines will need to be placed in a Ziploc with instructions and your name.<br />
Medicines should be given to Brent Eiland upon check in Friday night.<br />
Meals Friday Dinner – On your own, please eat before you arrive at airport before flight<br />
Saturday – All meals provided by SeaBase in their Dining Hall<br />
Sunday – Breakfast and Lunch provided by SeaBase<br />
Sunday Night –Travel to Key West - We will eat as a <strong>Troop</strong> and paid by <strong>Troop</strong><br />
Monday – SeaBase will provide Breakfast and Lunch<br />
Monday Dinner – <strong>Boy</strong>s can eat at Airport or when they arrive in Atlanta<br />
Planned<br />
Activities<br />
** <strong>Boy</strong>s must bring enough money for the meal underlined above.<br />
Friday<br />
9:00 P – Arrive and proceed To Rental Vans and Head to SeaBase<br />
10:00 – Arrive at SeaBase and Check-In, Tour, Unpack<br />
Saturday<br />
8:00 Flag and Breakfast<br />
9:00 Off-Shore Fishing<br />
12:00 Lunch at SeaBase<br />
1:00 Fish Cleaning and Habitat<br />
2:00 Classroom Instruction on Snorkeling<br />
3:00 Snorkeling <strong>of</strong> Reefs<br />
5:45 Evening Flag<br />
6:00 Dinner and Free Time<br />
8:00 Fishing Merit Badge<br />
9:00 Movie and Midnight Volleyball<br />
10:00 Lights Out<br />
Sunday<br />
8:00 Flag and Breakfast<br />
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SeaBase<br />
Website<br />
Emergency<br />
Contact<br />
Information<br />
Notes<br />
9:00 Sea Kayaking<br />
12:00 Lunch at SeaBase<br />
1:00 Travel to Key West<br />
6:00 Dinner in Key West<br />
8:00 Depart key West<br />
10:30 Lights Out<br />
Monday<br />
8:00 Flag and Breakfast<br />
9:00 Sea Kayaking or Snorkeling (<strong>Boy</strong>s Choice)<br />
12:00 Lunch<br />
1:00 Clean up and Pack<br />
2:00 Key West Activity or Tour<br />
4:00 Head to Airport<br />
5:30 Return Home<br />
7:39 Arrive in Atlanta Airport<br />
http://www.bsaseabase.org/<br />
In case <strong>of</strong> an emergency, please use the following numbers:<br />
SeaBase - 305-664-4173<br />
<strong>Kevin</strong>’s Cell – 678-296-0954<br />
Brent’s Cell – 404-307-4135<br />
Please remember that we will be on the water most <strong>of</strong> the day and our cell phone<br />
coverage will be questionable.<br />
Watch the weather as it could be very warm or very cold – tough to pack for<br />
We will be in sleeping facilities similar to army barracks. <strong>The</strong>y are very<br />
comfortable with heat, AC, and nice facilities.<br />
Each boy will have a bunk with linen provided<br />
Cards, footballs, and Frisbees might be a good thing to pack if there is room.<br />
SeaBase should have some <strong>of</strong> this but there is no guarantee.<br />
<strong>The</strong>re is an on-site Ship Store, so have the boys bring extra money<br />
<strong>The</strong>y will be well fed but I know how these guys eat. It is OK to send snacks.<br />
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