Camp John H Ware 3rd Boy Scout ACE Camp Program Guide 2016 Camping Season BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 1 Mission Statement of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation 4 The Boy Scout Oath 4 The Scout Law 4 The Scout Motto 4 The Scout Slogan 4 Planning for Camp 6 Planning Advancement 6 Planning Special Troop Activities 6 Experience Camp in Different Ways 7 Natural Troop Camping 7 Provisional Camping 7 Venturing Camping 7 ACE Treks 8 Adventures, Experiences and Connections 8 Full Day Treks 9 Trail & Stream Camping 9 Emergency Response 9 Brown Sea Island 9 The Wilderness Hunter Trek 9 Wilderness Homestead 10 Uber Scout 10 Half Day Treks - Morning 10 Get Fit, Be Extreme 10 Innovate! (NEW 2016) 10 Lenape’s Story 11 Green Living 11 Half Day Treks - Afternoons BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 11 2 COPE 11 Get Wired! (NEW for 2016) 12 Green Growing (NEW for 2016) 12 Natural World 12 Certification Treks 13 BSA Guard (Morning Session) 13 LNT Trainer (Afternoon Session) 13 Traditional Summer Camp Experience 14 Independent Study Merit Badge 14 Build Your Own Trek — Traditional Merit Badge Session Rotation 14 STEM NOVA Awards Program 15 Special Interest Program 17 Other Activities at Camp Ware 19 Camp Awards & Recognition 21 Adult Programs 24 BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 3 Mission Statement of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation Provide and maintain quality outdoor program facilities which will foster the development of advanced summer and year round Scouting programs for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venture Scouts in the Chester County Council, BSA. It is the mission of the entire Camp Ware staff to support and foster the Boy Scout Oath. We pledge to encourage all Scouts attending summer camp ‘to do their best’ while having fun and learning skills they will carry with them through the rest of their lives. We greatly appreciate your giving us the opportunity to do so. The Boy Scout Oath On my honor I will do my best To do my duty to God and my country and obey the Scout Law; To help other people at all times; To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. The Scout Law A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean, and Reverent The Scout Motto Be Prepared. The Scout Slogan Do a good turn, daily. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 4 Note from the Program Director Dear Campers, Thank you very much for choosing to spend your 2016 Boy Scout ACE Program summer camp experience with us at Camp Ware. We have a fantastic summer staff that will deliver an excellent program for you this summer. The following program guide is designed to help introduce leaders, Scouts, and parents to the Boy Scout ACE Program available during the week at camp. I highly encourage adult leaders to read the camp’s Leader’s Guide, also available through the council webpage. The Camp Ware program continues to improve each year. As you are planning your week, please take note of our new ACE Trek offerings. I hope you are as excited about this summer as the Camp Ware staff. We look forward to seeing you at camp. Yours in Scouting, Matthew Gutherman, Program Director matt.gutherman@hsr-bsa.org BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 5 Planning for Camp Planning Advancement The ACE and Merit Badge programs are described completely in this guide. Take some time to look over the schedule and the descriptions of the badges and assemble a realistic, satisfying schedule for the week. It is likely that additions and alterations to our Merit Badge schedule will occur between the time this guide is published and your arrival at Camp. Changes will be announced at the Tuesday night Scoutmaster's meeting the week prior to your arrival and will be available through the camp office. Please don't finalize individual schedules until you have confirmed them with the camp. First year Scouts who are currently working towards their first few ranks are encouraged to take part in the Brown Sea Island program, which emphasizes the skills for Tenderfoot through First Class. Brown Sea Islanders also have the opportunity to earn other merit badges, Swimming or First Aid are suggested. Planning Special Troop Activities The best and only leadership method in Scouting is the Patrol Method. Camp Ware's program will help strengthen and build Patrols. There are many opportunities for your Troop and Patrols to pursue some special interests while at Camp. Some of the more popular activities include Troop archery shoots, rifle shoots, and swims. The special Troop archery and rifle shoots are held from 9:00am - 10:00am, Monday through Friday, at the respective areas. Troop swims begin at 7:00pm, Monday through Friday. All special activities will be arranged by the Program Director at the Sunday evening Scoutmaster's meeting. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 6 Experience Camp in Different Ways Natural Troop Camping Experience Camp Ware with your unit. Forge strong bonds between scouts and develop the patrol method with your existing troop/crew structure as you compete in Camp Wide Games, host your own campfire, and cook your Outpost meals. Provisional Camping Provisional Camping is the creation of a temporary Troop or Crew. Provisional Troops and Crews allow youth to attend camp without their home unit. Provisional camping is not new, it is used during many different Scouting events including National Jamborees and High Adventure trips. Under the qualified supervision of our provisional leaders, youth can attend Camp Ware if they want a second week of camp, if they cannot go the same week as their troop, or if they are just looking for something different. Throughout the week, the youth develop their unit leadership and build connections they have not experienced before. We offer two provisional options at Camp Ware. You can join our provisional Troop or our provisional Venturing Crew. Our highly qualified volunteer staff leads both of our Provisional Units. Venturing Camping The Boy Scout Ace program can be enjoyed by Venturing Scouts too! Many of the Treks can be used to satisfy Venturing advancement goals. The Camp Ware Staff has many members that are current Venturing Crew Advisors. As a Venturing Scout, you can camp with your whole crew, or you can Camp in one of our Provisional Crews. Ask the program director how your experience at Camp Ware can be tailored to meet the needs of your Crew. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 7 ACE Treks Adventures, Experiences and Connections ACE is an escape from the traditional summer camp program that allows Scouts to tailor their camp experience. There are three main components to the ACE program: Adventures, Connections, and Experiences. Scouts will be able to choose the program that appeals to them. First, they can choose whether they come to camp with their troop or they can choose to join one of our provisional troops similar to a jamboree troop. Then, they can choose different adventures that last the entire day or half day or the scout has the flexibility to create an adventure for him/herself. Throughout the week, scouts will embark on adventures, make connections, and create unforgettable experiences. The ACE program was created in the image of high adventure trips like Philmont, Sea Base and Northern Tier. Like high adventure camping, the ACE treks are about the experience with the added benefit of merit badges. We are happy to offer two unique methods of participation at Camp John H. Ware 3rd. Scouts can attend camp in their natural troops or may choose to camp as a provisional scout in one of our Provisional Troops. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 8 Full Day Treks Trail & Stream Camping Come tame the wilds of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation. Learn the basics of camping and become an expert at planning camping trips both on the land and on the water. You will take your camping skills to the next level. Trail and Steam camping is great if you want to become a patrol leader or troop guide. You will learn the key components of camping while reinforcing the patrol method. You will work on requirements from Camping, Canoeing, and Cooking. Emergency Response Be prepared! You will explore the different ways that you can help in emergencies. By the end of the week, you will participate in a worst-case scenario drill. You will work on requirements from First Aid, Search and Rescue, and Lifesaving or Emergency Preparedness Merit Badges. Brown Sea Island Earning First Class within a year is the goal of most scouts. This trek is developed for first year scouts to help them meet the requirements for First Class while also participating in either Swimming or First Aid merit badges. Additionally, scouts will have the opportunity to participate in each and every one of the exciting program areas at Camp Ware. The Brown Sea Scout, as a result, will be able to advance in rank and experience summer camp to its fullest, encouraging him to remain in Scouting and return to camp next year. The Wilderness Hunter Trek Our 26th President, Teddy Roosevelt said, “The nation behaves well if it treats the natural resources as assets which it must turn over to the next generation increased, and not impaired, in value.” He was a hunter and an outspoken environmentalist. Be apart of this trek and you too can discover the thrill of conservation and wilderness management. You will work on requirements from Fish and Wildlife Management, Citizenship in the Nation, and Rifle or Archery Merit Badges. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 9 Wilderness Homestead Learn what it was like to be a frontier mountain man! Experience survival techniques, building your own home and cooking your food over a fire for an entire week! You will work on requirements from Wilderness Survival, Pioneering, and Cooking Merit Badges Prerequisites: Tenderfoot 4a and 4b and First Class 7a, 7b, and 8a Materials Required: a pocket knife (not a multi-tool or Swiss army knife!!!!) Uber Scout This trek is has been specifically designed for the older scouts. Scouts will participate in activities that test their scout skills. The week will culminate in a competition to determine who among you is the Camp Ware Uber Scout! Half Day Treks - Morning Get Fit, Be Extreme You will experience an active lifestyle as you play different games, mountain bike the trails of the Horseshoe Scout Reservation, and participate in water sports. You will also learn about healthy living as you better yourself both physically and mentally. You will also develop a 12-week personal fitness program which you can use to better yourself following camp. Scouts will work on requirements from Personal Fitness, Athletics and Sports Merit Badges. Get Fit, Be Extreme pairs well with the afternoon COPE Trek. Innovate! (NEW 2016) Learn what it takes to solve real world problems. Collaborate with your team to develop solutions. Create your solution with our new 3D printers and laser cutters. You will work on requirements from Composite Materials, Engineering, Inventing, and Public Speaking Merit Badges. Pairs well with the afternoon trek: Get Wired! BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 10 Lenape’s Story Discover some of the traditions of the Delaware Nation, while creating your own pieces of cultural art to take home. Scouts will work on requirements from Indian Lore, Pottery, Leatherwork, and Basketry (optional self-study) Merit Badges. Pairs well with The Baden Powell Experience. Prerequisites: none, but requires self-study time. Green Living Our relationship with the environment has become very strained. You will learn ways that we can work to change our way of life and be more environmentally friendly including different forms of alternative energy. You will work on requirements from Environmental Science, Energy, and Electricity Merit Badges. The Green Living trek will pair well with the afternoon Green Growing Trek. Half Day Treks - Afternoons COPE COPE stands for Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience. The program consists of a ropes course, activities and reflection designed to develop skills in leadership, problem solving, communication, trust, decision-making, and teamwork. COPE provides the opportunity for individual and team growth through challenges designed to test skills and character. Highlights of a week at COPE include rappelling from a 35-foot rappelling tower, riding on a 300-foot zip line, and climbing a vertical playground. COPE meets Monday through Friday 3:00 to 5:00 pm at Camp Horseshoe’s COPE Course. The minimum age for participation is 13. Scouts completing COPE receive a segment for the Ware patch. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 11 Get Wired! (NEW for 2016) We are wired at Camp Ware! Explore our Innovations Department to help you understand our growing digital world. You will build and program your own robots, create your own electronics and investigate how our digital world works. Scouts will work on requirements from Robotics and Electronics Merit Badges. Green Growing (NEW for 2016) Learn what it takes to be a master gardener! In this Trek you will discover your green thumb as you observe soil creation, implement water conservation techniques, learn about green house gardening, and build the Camp Ware Garden. You will work on requirements from Soil and Water Conservation, Plant Science and Gardening Merit Badges. Natural World Discover the world around you! The Earth is an ever changing place. Learn how the forces of nature make an impact on your life. You will work on requirements from Geology, Oceanography and Astronomy Merit Badges. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 12 Certification Treks BSA Guard (Morning Session) BSA guard is a great opportunity for scouts 15 years or older who have earned their Red-White-Blue swim test. Scouts will work toward earning BSA Lifeguard certification, which is recognized on the same level as Red Cross Lifeguard. LNT Trainer (Afternoon Session) Plan a camping trip with your "crew" and practice being a Nature Ninja on an overnight adventure. Learn leave no evidence of your adventure. And become a certified LNT Trainer, an Eagle approved leadership position. Adult leaders can participate also. You will work on requirements for Camping Merit Badge and the Leave No Trace Trainer certification, which is nationally-recognized outside of scouting. *Prerequisites: 14 yrs old, Camping MB 9a, 9b, 9c, LNT Online Awareness Course *Required materials: hiking backpack, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, personal camping gear BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 13 Traditional Summer Camp Experience Independent Study Merit Badge Camp Ware offers several independent study Merit Badges. Councilors are available to meet from 9:00am to 10:00am. This optional program allows highly-motivated Scouts to complete additional Merit Badges during the week without limiting his other program opportunities. Several badges are offered as independent study: Citizenship in the Community, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communications, Basketry, Nature, Reptile and Amphibian Study, Mammals Study, Insect Study, Bird Study, Indian Lore, Art, Fire Safety, and Safety. Other badges may be available upon request to the Program Director. Scouts participating in an independent study badge should visit the Independent Study booth at the ACE Fair on Sunday to receive important information. Scouts should plan on attending two or three morning sessions with the counselor, but additional help is available every morning and most evenings. Because this program is self-driven, Scouts are encouraged to work on the badges in their free time. Scouts taking an independent study badge are strongly encouraged to attend their morning Troop activities. Build Your Own Trek — Traditional Merit Badge Session Rotation Camp Ware offers some Merit Badges that can be earned in traditional sessions: Archery, Rifle Shooting, Shotgun Shooting, Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Citizenship in the Community, Swimming, First Aid, Fishing, and Fly Fishing. 10:00 11:00 2:00 Shotgun Shooting Rifle Shooting Archery Archery Citizenship in the Nation Citizenship in the World Fishing 3:00 Citizenship in the Community Fly Fishing Swimming First Aid BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 14 STEM NOVA Awards Program We live in a time of great opportunity. The spirit of innovation can help us overcome challenges and ensure a prosperous and secure future. To seize this opportunity, we must position ourselves at the cutting edge of scientific discovery and technological innovation. The Boy Scouts of America developed the STEM/Nova Awards Program to excite and expand a sense of wonder in our Scouts by exposing them to the world of science, technology, engineering and math in a new way. The Nova Program is designed to be appealing to all Scouts by tying in to merit badges from all areas of Scouting - from Engineering to Archery – so that this program will capture the interest of Scouts with a wide variety of abilities and interests. In order to earn a Nova Award, Scouts must complete one of the four STEM modules. These modules are designed to encourage participation and to increase interest in STEM by making it relevant and fun. Each module starts with exploring a STEM field by reading STEM-related articles or watching STEM documentaries. Next, Scouts must earn a merit badge. Merit badges may be completed at any time, but may not be counted towards more than one Nova module. Finally, Scouts complete 3-5 additional requirements that include hands-on activities, basic career exploration, and group discussion on the module’s STEM area. Upon completing the requirements, the scout is awarded the Nova Award - a distinctive pocket patch. Completion of additional STEM modules awards the scout with “pi” segments (pins) that attach to the Nova Award patch. Scouts must work with a registered Nova Counselor to earn the Nova Award. Scouts who start work on the Nova Award in Camp may be able to complete the award during the week, or may continue work after departing Camp to earn the Award. All Scouts participating in the Nova Awards Program will receive a program workbook that will enable them to complete the award at any time. Scouts must earn (or have earned) one of the merit badges listed below. Each merit badge may be applied to at least one of the four Nova Modules – not all badges apply to every Nova Module. The number(s) next to each merit badge identify which module the merit badge counts toward. Here is a list of merit badges that are offered at Camp Ware during the 2015 Summer Camp Program that can be applied toward Nova Award requirements for the four Boy Scout Nova Award Modules: BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 15 1. Shoot! (Explore how Science affects your life each day) 2. Start Your Engines (Explore how Technology affects your life each day) 3. Whoosh! (Explore how Engineering affects your life each day) 4. Designed to Crunch (Explore how Math affects your life each day) NOVA Award Merit Badges (from all four modules) Archery Astronomy Canoeing Composite Model Design and Building Rifle Shooting Materials Electricity Energy Engineering Robotics Shotgun Shooting Space Inventing Exploration Surveying Weather STEM Badges as identified by BSA, offered at Ware, count towards Supernova Award. Astronomy Inventing Bird Study Mammal Study Electricity Nature Energy Robotics Engineering Environmental Science Weather Fish and Wildlife Management Geocaching Welding Insect Study BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 16 Special Interest Program From 4:00 to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Camp Ware offers the opportunity for Scouts to participate in a Special Interest Program (SIP) in several different program areas. The purpose of the SIP is to develop a Scout’s interest in a particular program area and to expand the Scout’s knowledge above and beyond the normal Merit Badge level. The SIP is not only educational but has also been designed to be exciting and fun. Each afternoon the Scout will encounter a new skill or challenge associated with that program area. If a Scout attends the SIP session four out of the five days, he or she will be awarded with the special interest program area segment at the conclusion of the week. Interested Scouts may participate in any of the six program area SIPs and a NEW area for 2016. The following department areas offer a Special Interest Program: Aquatics — Cooling off at the pool is a major part of the summer camping experience. Scouts will learn about the many fascinating behind-the-scenes skills of pool operation that go into providing this experience. In addition, they will learn snorkeling, and the fun of volleyball and water polo. Nature — The ecosystem in which we live is one of the most fascinating and important aspects of human life. Scouts in this SIP will learn about edible plants in the area, observe snakes and other animals feeding, and go on a nature hike. STEM — Scouts can choose to work towards earning the “Shoot!” NOVA award during SIP. They will learn about projectile motion, watch satellites, and build a catapult. Scouts must attend all five sessions, plus one evening program. They will also join the Natural World Trek for the first Astronomy Outpost observation. *Prerequsites for “Shoot” NOVA Award 1A or 1B or 1C Scoutcraft — Scouts who wish to learn more about how pioneers and frontiersmen lived will enjoy the Scoutcraft SIP. Among advanced woodsman skills, Scouts will also learn how to make various survival foods, learn how to tie decorative knots, and participate in timber making exercises. Scouts will also learn about fire-making and Native American culture. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 17 Health & Fitness — The Health and Fitness SIP focuses on teaching Scouts fun ways to improve their personal fitness and refresh their first aid skills. Scouts will also learn anatomy and physiology as they relate to severe injuries and physical fitness. Shooting Sports — Introductory shooting sports techniques and advanced safety skills will be developed in Scouts participating in the Shooting Sports SIP. Scouts will shoot shotgun, rifle, and participate in a candle shoot. Kitchen (NEW 2016) — Scouts will gain a behind-the-scenes view of the Camp Ware Kitchen and Dining Hall operations. Later in the week scouts will participate in a Cast Iron Chef Competition. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 18 Other Activities at Camp Ware ACE outposts Each of the full-day ACE treks will have an outpost on Thursday night. Please note that each trek will have a different start and finish time. Campfires On Sunday evening, the staff plans and performs a welcome campfire that includes songs and skits. On Friday, families are invited to our closing campfire to recognize the achievements of the Scouts during the week. Camp Wide Competitions On Monday and Wednesday night, we offer camp-wide games where Troops, Crews and Patrols compete against one another. We will also hold an intertroop shoot on Wednesday Evening. On Saturday, we will host our annual Water Carnival at the Ware Pool. Flag Ceremonies Each morning there is an assembly at 7:40 to raise the flags. There will also be a retreat ceremony at 5:45. Additionally, Troops and Crews are encouraged to hold their own flag ceremonies in their campsites Non-denominational Christian Service On Saturday morning, join us at our Chapel for a non-denominational Christian service. Vespers Immediately following dinner on Wednesday Night, come join our mid-week vespers service to wind down. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 19 Life-to-Eagle Snack This is an opportunity for Life Scouts and Eagle Scouts only. The Life-to-Eagle snack, Wednesday at Taps, will provide a unique opportunity to those on the Trail to Eagle to meet with Scouts who have already completed the rank. Staff will be there to answer questions about selecting and planning a project, making realistic timelines, and assembling a portfolio. Milkshakes and pizza will be available. Tickets towards the purchase of these items will be available from the Trading Post prior to the snack. Eagle Scouts who bring their completed Project Workbooks to share will be given one free milkshake and one free food item. OA Snack The Order of the Arrow (OA) is a national honor and service organization that was founded to recognize those Scouts and Leaders who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. OA Brothers only are invited to attend, Tuesday at Taps. Milkshakes, Pizza and other snacks will be available. Tickets towards the purchase of these items will be available from the Trading Post prior to the snack. Polar Bear Are there any Polar Bears out there? Come join your fellow campers to take an early morning dip in the Camp Ware pool from 6:45 a.m. until 7:15 a.m. Any camper or leader who attends the Polar Bear Swim for four of the five days between Monday and Friday will receive a segment to go around their Camp Ware patch. Troop Night Tuesday night after 8:00 PM is a time set aside for the Troops to put on their own program or campfire. Thursday night after 8:00 PM, scouts not participating in an overnight outpost will also have the opportunity to have troop time in their campsites. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 20 Camp Awards & Recognition Standard Patrol Award This is awarded to Patrols that satisfactorily complete advancement, participation, and service requirements specified on the Standard Patrol application. Please be sure to review the Standard Patrol application carefully. There are standards for the Patrol log that will be strictly observed. Projects must be completed on time. Standard Troop Award This is awarded to Troops with at least 50% of their membership in camp. All Patrols must earn the Standard Patrol Award and the Troop must qualify by participating in camp-wide events to the satisfaction of the Program Director. The Troop must also earn the Clean Camp Award. A minimum of two Patrols must be in camp to earn this award. Clean Camp Award This is earned by maintaining clean camp standards for at least four of the five daily inspections. Silver Buckle A silver buckle is awarded to one youth member from each troop who, in the opinion of his fellow Scouts, has above all others demonstrated the finest example of Scout Spirit, the Scout Oath, and the Scout Law in his conduct throughout the week. The Scout selected must have been in camp all week, be under the age of eighteen, and never have received the award before. Adults should not influence this determination and the Scouts exclusively should make the decision. 100% Patrol Award Awarded to those patrols that have 100% of their natural patrol from their home unit in camp all week. The award is a segment for the Camp Ware Patch. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 21 Camp Ware Emblem A round 3” patch is awarded to all first year campers and a year segment is awarded to each Scout provided that he has done the following things: Conducted himself according to the Scout Oath and Law. Completed a full week at camp with his troop. Accomplished such objectives that the troop leadership sets. The Ware patch will be awarded only to those Scouts who are present with their troop from Sunday to Saturday. Those leaving camp early for any reason do not qualify for the award. Awards Using Summer Camp Experience Several national BSA awards require summer camping experience for completion, using leadership skills and the Patrol method that we try to emphasize in all activities at Camp Ware. These include the National Camping Award and the Quality Unit BSA. The requirements for these two awards are available from the Council Service Center. Order of the Arrow The Order of the Arrow (OA) is a national honor and service organization that was founded to recognize those Scouts and Leaders who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives. A special flap on their right uniform pocket and a sash worn during Lodge activities identifies members. Camp Ware is served by Octoraro Lodge 22, a thriving group of dedicated Scouts and Scouters who are responsible for maintaining the facilities and traditions of camp. Eligibility for Scouts is determined with Unit Leader approval, rank, and camping tenure. Annual elections are held by Troops under the direction of a Lodge Official. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 22 Camp Wide Game Awards Throughout the week, there will be many opportunities for camp wide competition. Many of these games are inter- troop or inter-patrol where troops and patrols compete against each other for ribbons and other trophies awarded at Sunday lunch. For patrol competitions, natural patrols should be used whenever possible. In addition, most games will be designed such that patrols of less than six Scouts will not be able to compete. Please arrange patrols accordingly. Special Note on Scouting Recognition The significance of any award is diminished if standards are not upheld. Scouting relies on its leadership to judge fairly and equitably when qualifying Scouts to receive awards. At camp, we expect the troop leadership to understand and support the standards we have established for these awards. We appreciate your assistance in doing so. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 23 Adult Programs Scoutmaster ACE Trek Adult leaders do not need to be worried about being bored throughout the week. Any adult leader is able to take part in the Scoutmaster ACE trek with fun activities, and Service Projects to improve Camp Ware. Any adult leader that completes the requirements will receive the Scoutmaster ACE segment. BSA Guard If your troop or crew wants to participate in any water activities while not at camp, it is strongly advised that at least one person on the trip should be Certified as a BSA Lifeguard. Work toward earning BSA Lifeguard certification, which is recognized on the same level as Red Cross Lifeguard. BSA Lifeguard is a five day program offered in the morning. BOY SCOUT ACE - PROGRAM GUIDE 24