Ski Camp Booklet - 5th/6th Central Moorabbin Scout Group

5th/6thcentralmoorabbinscouttroopThe 2013 Annual Mt. Baw Baw Ski CampThe follow is importantinformation about our upcomingski camp to Mt.Baw Baw.We have booked the Mt BawBaw Ski Club (MBBSC) lodge for19-21 July, which may seem like it’sa while away but it’s important thatwe start planning now.This weekend can cost morethan our normal camps and take abit more planning. however it is oneof the most exciting.Scouts have the opportunity toenjoy two full days of skiing andfun in the snow.Please read this bookletcarefully, it includes lots ofimportant information about all thethings you need to know.CostsRefer to the last page of thisbooklet for a break down of costs.Total cost varies depending onactivities choosen. The base cost foraccommodation and camp fee is:-Scouts $110- Adults/Venturers $180Accommodation and camp feesneed to be paid up front, whereasall other payments will be duecloser to the camp in July.We may be able to get adiscount when we make the finalbookings and will provide refundswhere appropriate. Once bookingsare made full refunds will not bepossible as we will need to pay infull to confirm bookings.BookingsBookings are now open and weare keen to get a quick answerfrom interested Scouts and parents.The weekend is open to all Scoutscontinued page 2Ensure you complete the twopage return slip at the endof this booklet and return itasap to ensure a place onthis years ski camp.Payment for accommodationand the camp fee is requiredimmediately to confirm aplaceSki Camp InformationMay2013

Recommended GearList-Sleeping bag (no sleepingmat required)-Toiletries (include towel)-Pillow case (can take yourown pillow also, if you cancarry it)-Ski Jacket, ski gloves,sunglasses, ski pants, thicksocks, beanie, sunscreen-Polar fleece jumper if possible(cotton does not stay warmwhen wet)-Thermals (not compulsory buthighly suggested)-Tracksuit pants & slippers towear inside lodge-Helmet (otherwise one mustbe hired)-$10 for dinner on the wayhome-Chips/soft drinks can bebrought along but must not beconsumed in the bedrooms atthe lodge.-A spare pair of shoes forsnow play is essential, thesecould be gum boots orspecialist snow boots orwalking boots or runners.The LodgeMt Baw Baw Ski Club isthe very last lodge on the roadto the ticket box in the village.It is the oldest lodge on themountain and was establishedin 1945. In its early daysmembers would have a 3 to 4hour walk up the hills fromtheir vehicles on a Fridaynight. Up until about 18 yearsago all people visiting themountain had to travel on achairlift.Bookings Continued...and any adults, siblings andVenturers who would like to come.Scouts will be given firstpriority. At this early stage we askyou to please book and pay for allfamily members. We will work outfinal numbers based on theresponse and advise youaccordingly.Priority booking for Scouts willclose 18 June. From this date,spaces will be filled as bookingscome in, regardless if a parent/family member/cub/venturer.No booking is confirmed untilboth payment and return slip arereceived.Ski? Snowboard?Toboggan?Scouts may elect to ski,snowboard or toboggan.Snowboarding is moreexpensive & the tows at Mt BawBaw are difficult to ride for aninexperienced snow boarder.Please ensure you complete thehire, lesson and lift pass form at theend of this booklet to correctlyreflect your Scout’s choices.LessonsIf a Scout has not skied/snowboarded before or has limitedexperience, they must first have alesson on the Saturday.For Scouts with marginal skiingability, a lesson will help themsafely enjoy the rest of theweekend.The final decision on whether aScout requires a lesson rests solelywith the leaders. Lessons will bepre-booked and the lesson fee isnon-refundable once booked.LuggageLuggage space in cars will beat a premium with passengers,luggage & all food for theweekend. Jamboree bags aren’tsuitable; they’re to big and difficultto drag through the snow.Scouts must walk about 1kmfrom car park to lodge & need tocarry in all their own gear, sobackpacks are recommended.Spending MoneySufficient to buy dinner on theway home on Sunday (eg $10)Also there are food outlets atMt Baw Baw.‘Be Prepared’ on Fridaynight for departureTravel up on Fridaynight in comfortable clothes.Upon arrival Scouts need easyaccess to gloves/jackets/beaniesetc. Runners are okay for the 1kmwalk to the lodge.As with ALL camps, Scouts mustbe in uniform (shirt and scarf) forFriday night departure. Scouts areexpected to eat tea on Fridaynight before traveling; nothing tooheavy as the trip includes verywindy roads.Don’t forget your health form.Accommodation CostThe lodge will not refundbooking fees once paid. Soaccommodation costs (required tobook a place on the camp) cannotbe refunded.However payments can betransferred between Scouts.NOTE: Adults and Venturerswill be accommodated in aseparate lodge next door as wegenerally fill in the MBBSC tocapacity with Scouts. All meals areprovide for at the MBBSCThe accommodation is moreexpensive at the other lodge hencethe more expensive camp fee foradults/Venturers.Snow or No SnowWe are going regardless ofsnow conditions.If there is no snow we will notbe hiring equipment or purchasinglift tickets and this money will bereturned but the camp will go on.Remember some cost are nonrefundable(this includes the campfee if you cancel within 14 days).

TransportParents attending will need toassist with transport to and from thecamp.The camp fee covers parkingand chain hire cost (you initiallypay both and get reimbursed afterthe camp. Ensure you have moneyfor parking on Friday night). Inorder to keep the costs to aminimum for Scouts will not havethe funds to cover petrol or othercosts.The troop will repay parentsassisting with transport.Chain hire is your responsibilityto organise, we recommend Mac’sWaterski World in South Road,MoorabbinMedicalIn the unlikely event of injury,Scout will be taken to the ski patrolfor treatment, or the ski patrol willcome to them. Serious injury mayrequire medical evacuation (as cana suspected leg fracture), either byroad or air.We recommend all attendinghave full ambulance cover. Thecost of medical evacuation can beextremely high.Be aware that costs associatedwith medical treatment and the likeare the responsibility of parentsand guardians and are not coveredin anyway by Scout insurance.SupervisionMt Baw Baw has six liftsrunning on a reasonably limitedarea of ski runs. Scouts will beasked to pair up, based on skiingability.Leaders and parents will alsobe skiing over the weekend. Scoutsare free to return to the lodge atany time if cold/tired or in need ofa rest.Direct supervision of eachScout at all times by leaders is notpossible. Leaders will do their bestto watch out forScouts and Scouts will be askedto watch out for each other.Regular ski patrols operate onthe mountain during the day.Ski HireThis will be done on themountain. The costs cover skihire / snowboard and helmet ifrequired.FoodAll meals from Saturdaymorning to Sunday lunchtime willbe supplied. Scouts need to eat alight tea before departure onFriday night and we will stop on theway back for dinner on Sunday.Chips/soft drinks can bebrought along; they will be storedin the lodge kitchen forconsumption only in kitchen/diningarea.Meals, snacks & refreshmentscannot be consumed in bedroomsat the lodge.Ski ClothesJeans or similar are notpermitted for skiing as they becomevery wet & cold. Scouts must wearproper ski gear – waterproof andwarm. Ski clothing is available atplaces like Ray’s or AussieDisposals; or borrow some from afriend.PaymentAccommodation fees (nonrefundable)and camp fees arerequired when booking. Othercosts must be in the Troop bankaccount latest 5 July (14 daysbefore camp) via EFT (no cash thisyear).Monies not used will berefunded after the camp by chequeor EFT.Lesson fees, once booked, arealso non-refundable.5TH/6TH CENTRALMOORABBIN SCOUT GROUPPeter Fowler0402 248 105peter.fowler@moorabbinscoutgroup.netWarrick Alldridge0419 528 561warricka@moorabbinscoutgroup.netMichael Ooi0432 016 686michaelooi99@gmail.comLiz Harris0409 267 718elizabeth_harris@live.comSCOUT HALL:KING GEORGE IV MEMORIALRESERVEEAST BOUNDARY ROADEAST BENTLEIGHMELWAY 77 K4MEETINGS:TUESDAY NIGHT 7.30-9.30www.moorabbinscoutgroup.net

5th/6thcentralmoorabbinscouttroopMt Baw Baw Ski Camp 2013When:Departing:Returning:6.00pm Friday 19th July7.30pm Sunday 21st JulyWhere:Mt Baw Baw Ski Club, Mt Baw BawCost:Refer next pagePayment:- via EFT to BSB: 633 000(only payment A/C: 122780372option) Name: 5th/6th Central Moorabbin Scout TroopBank: Bendigo Bank Transaction Description: ‘Name’ski13Detail:Please return BOTH forms below to Scouts ASAP.Please attach a copy of your EFT payment transactionRemember that priority is given to Scouts, but at this stage you must payfor any family members attending. We will work out final numbers basedon the response and advise you accordingly. Booking payments will berefunded if space is unavailable.Priority booking for Scouts closes 18 June. From this datespaces will be filled as bookings come in on a first come, first served basis,regardless if a parent/family member/cub/venturer.No booking is confirmed until payment and booking forms are received.PLEASE NOTE THE SLIP NEEDS TO BE RETURN WITH A YES OR ANO. SO EVEN IF YOU’RE AT NOT ATTENDING YOU MUST REPLYAny Questions? Please contact any of the leaders.Thanks Peter [0402 248 105]www.moorabbinscoutgroup.netSki Camp [19th-21st July 2013]Scouts: Other (adults/Venturers):Attending: ❏ YES ❏ NOPayment Due Immediately:Total for Accommodation and Camp fee only:Payment Due by Friday 5th July:Total for hire, lift pass and lesson:Parent or Guardian Signature:Permission is given, in the event of a medical emergency, for the leaders at the camp to authorise appropriate care.RETURN THIS FORM ALONG WITH YOUR COMPLETED HIRE, LIFT & LESSON FORM ASAP TO CONFIRM ASPACE ON THE CAMPNOTE: ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE PAID VIA EFT (NO CASH OR CHEQUES)

5th/6thcentralmoorabbinscouttroopMt Baw Baw Ski Camp 2013Scouts Name:___________________________________________________________Cost:Payable immediatelyitemAccommodation and Camp fee$110 per ScoutTotal (pay now)tick ifapplicableTick where applicablecostPayable 14 days prior to camp (ie. latest Friday 5th July)Note: you must provide money for minimum of gear hire and lift pass,every Scout must have this money available so they can participate. Ifonce at Mt Baw Baw they choose not to ski then the money will bereturned*itemSki hire (ski’s, boots and poles) $47Snowboard hire $70tick ifapplicablecostHelmet hire $152 day lift pass $110Ski Lesson (beginner)* $75Ski Lesson (advanced)* $75Snowboard Lesson (beginner)* $75Snowboard Lesson (advanced)* $75Total (due latest 5th July)*Lesson fee is non-refundable as payment is required in full when webook them. Advanced level lessons available subject to interest.Other attendees Names:___________________________________________________________itemAccommodation and Camp fee$180 per Venturer/Adult/other familymembersTotaltick ifapplicablecostParent or Guardian Signature:___________________________________________________________Please write final total on the signed return slip