Spectacular Day Hikes: Tetons^ Yellowstone National Parks June 22 - 30, 2006 Jack Schempp/Jerry Bernardini SUMMARY OF TRIP INFORMATION Spectacular Day Hikes: Tetons^ Yellowstone National Parks Leader Jack Schempp Co-leader Jerry Bernardini Wyoming June 22 - 30, 2006 Total # of days 9 Hiking Downhill skiing Kayaking Title of trip Leadership Location(s) Dates Type of trip check all that apply Backpacking Cultural Road biking Nordic ski Mountain biking Snorkeling Other – please describe Max 12 $ 1450 $ 550-600 Number of participants Advertised cost Airfare range if not included Min 10 Does it include airfare? Yes No LEADER AND CO-LEADER INFORMATION Leader name Leader address Leader email Leader phone Wilderness first aid training CPR training Prior leading experience Trip one Trip two Trip three Other related trip experience Co-leader name Co-leader address Co-leader email Co-leader phone Wilderness first aid training* CPR training* Prior leading experience Scouting Jack Schempp 47 Arbor Drive, Providence, RI, 02908 jschempp1@msn,com Home 401 331 4553 Work same WFA AWFA WFR Expiration: 3/08 CPR BLS Expiration: 6/07 Please list the last three longer (5+ day) trips you have led for the AMC including destination, type of trip, dates and number of participants. Feel free to list additional trips you have led, particularly if they demonstrate experience related to the trip you are proposing. Canadian Rockies7/06, 7/05, 7/04, 7/03, 7/02,7/01 Mt Baker 7/05, Uthah 5/05 Mt Rainier 704, 703 Mt Hood 7/00, 7/99 Jerry Bernarini 1896 Middle Road, East Greenwich, RI 02818 jbern9@cox.net Home 401 886 4751 Work WFA AWFA WFR Expiration: April 08 CPR BLS Expiration: June 06 If you are a new co-leader you must submit an application to be a major excursions leader or co-leader prior to submitting this application. Yes No If yes, please describe below: To lead a major excursion you must have current CPR and WFA at the time of your trip (or AWFA for all backcountry trips). If you do not have the required level of certification at the time you submit your proposal or it will expire before the date of your trip, you will need to make arrangements to recertify in a timely manner. Revised 7/15/2016 Major Excursions Trip Proposal Form, page 1 of 4 Spectacular Day Hikes: Tetons^ Yellowstone National Parks June 22 - 30, 2006 Jack Schempp/Jerry Bernardini Have either of you led this trip Jack scouted Tetons & Yellowstone in Feb/June 06 before or traveled to this area? Languages Co-leader: Yes No Does either the co-leader or Leader: Yes No leader speak the local Not applicable: language? Couples Yes No If yes, please list who has agreed to be your back-up in case one or Do the leader and co-leader both of you need to drop out. This is required for approval! have a significant personal relationship? Private trips Yes No If yes, please note that you cannot advertise AMC and private trips Do either of you lead trips that together unless there is a clear distinction between the two in any marketing are private - not sponsored by materials you send out. the AMC? LOGISTICAL DETAILS OF TRIP Executive summary Please provide a brief description of the trip and the activities planned. Accommodations Please describe your plan for accommodation(s) Meals Please describe your plan for providing meals Permits or permissions Does the trip require special permits or permissions? (required on many U.S. federal lands and national parks) Special equipment Does the trip require special equipment? Special experience Does the trip require special skills on the part of the participant? Pre-trip activities Do you plan to get your group together before the trip for an activity or social event? Conservation, education and recreation How will this major excursion meet the mission of the AMC? www.outdoors.org/about/ mission.cfm Day hiking, Grand Tetons and Yellowstone. intermediate hikes 8-12 miles , 800- 2500' elevation gain. This trip is similar to trips lead by Merri Fox in 2002 - 2004. Tetons motel, cabins, Yellowstone cabins or lodge Prepare breakfast & lunch, dinner out Yes No If yes, please describe below: Park fee, official group permit Yes No If yes, please describe below what type of equipment and how you will ensure that people know how to use it: Yes No If yes, please describe below what type of experience? Also describe how you will ensure that the participant has this experience? Yes No If yes, please describe below what you will do: Tour inturpretive exhibits in Jackson Hole and at Yellowstone, Participate in wildlife & hikes & geyer performances with commentary by Rangers TOUR OPERATOR AND GUIDE SERVICE INFORMATION Will this trip require a tour operator or guide service Revised 7/15/2016 Yes No Please describe their services. If you are using a tour operator for the entire trip, Major Excursions Trip Proposal Form, page 2 of 4 Spectacular Day Hikes: Tetons^ Yellowstone National Parks June 22 - 30, 2006 Jack Schempp/Jerry Bernardini during part, or the entire please describe why you will be using them rather than doing this trip on your own: trip? Name of tour operator/guide service Tour operator website Safety record Please provide information about their safety record. Insurance Liability? Yes No Maximum amt: $ Do they have liability Are they willing to list AMC as an Yes No insurance? additional insured? Emergency response Please describe the outfitters’ response plan in the case of an emergency. RISK ASSESSMENT Please assess the risks and hazards of your trip. Carefully consider each area of risk and how it may affect your trip. Devise a plan to prevent each hazard and to respond to it if it becomes necessary. Please be very specific for each section if applicable. Trail conditions, river crossings, weather, wildlife (bears, snakes, etc.) Climate/terrain Potential hazards Thunder storms-check forecast before hike, watch for signs to storm, plan exit to safe place Response Seek lower locations that offer greater safety Political concerns, crime, language translation, terrorism Foreign Country Potential hazards Response Road conditions, drivers, insurance Transportation Potential hazards Heavy rain, sleet, snow Response Watch for signs of storms, carry warm layers, drive with caution Level of fitness, screening concerns, experience with equipment or activity Participants Potential hazards Fatigue, dehydration, altitue illness Response Frequent water breaks, periodic rest in shade, periodic observation Conditions unique to this type of trip Other Potential hazards none Response EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN Please describe your plans for dealing with emergencies. Use as much detail as possible, and list any special communications equipment you may need to ensure the safety of your participants. DO NOT LEAVE THIS SECTION BLANK We hike within 2 - 10 miles of ranger station or commercial services Emergency communication Phone contacts, language, and note their locations in prehike meeting. documentation, distance from emergency services We carry cell phone, participant health records, first aid gear Emergency equipment What sort of emergency first aid or communication equipment (satellite phone, two-way radios) do you plan to use, if any? Trails are well marked and maintained. In most instances we hike with in 5 - 10 miles of Evacuation Revised 7/15/2016 Major Excursions Trip Proposal Form, page 3 of 4 Spectacular Day Hikes: Tetons^ Yellowstone National Parks June 22 - 30, 2006 Jack Schempp/Jerry Bernardini Please describe your plan for a paved or well maintained dirst road. We register at trail head. In most cases hikes are evacuation from the up & back rather than loops providing some familiarity with the trail on the way down. backcountry location if assists us in moving fast. applicable? There is a modern community hospital in Jackson, St Johns, 307 733 3636 Medical care Please describe the medical care available in the area(s) where you will be traveling and list names and telephone numbers for these facilities. COST AND BUDGET DETAILS Deposits What deposits will be required by airlines, hotels, tour operators, etc., and when? Refunds What is the latest date you can cancel and still receive a full refund? Participant deposit What are the initial deposit and your schedule of payments? Cancellation policy What will your cancellation policy be for the participants? Minimum numbers Will you still run the trip if you do not get the minimum number? Individuals purchase their own airline tickets. Some hotels require deposits 90 days prior to trip. These deposits are refunded with cancelation 14 days prior to trip. $500. March 1 Yes No If yes, please describe conditions: Reference web links: MEC Home Page: Forms: Deadlines: Club House: http://snebulos.mit.edu/orgs/amc/ http://snebulos.mit.edu/orgs/amc/application/ http://snebulos.mit.edu/orgs/amc/listings amcexcursions@outdoors.org E-Mail Addresses: Club House: MEC Chair: amcexcursions@outdoors.org mecchair@amcboston.org Revised 7/15/2016 Major Excursions Trip Proposal Form, page 4 of 4