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Camp Nor'Wes Provincial Campsite
ACCOMMODATIONS - Summer users are expected to use tents.
Buildings may be used in cases of illness or time of very bad weather.
The camp warden may authorize such use.
ALCOHOL - Scout property is alcohol free.
Alcohol must not be brought or made available to any group - Scouting or
non- Scouting - nor are camp users permitted to bring their personal
supply for personal consumption.
DAMAGE - Damage must be reported at once.
Damage caused through misuse will be the responsibility of that group.
EQUIPMENT - You will be camping in a wilderness setting.
Be sure to bring all necessary tentage, food, equipment, clothing and
sleeping bags suitable for the season. Don't forget to bring a first-aid
kit.
FRENCH FRIES - Under no circumstances, are you to cook
these at camp. A fat fire has the potential of burning the whole area,
including your tents, supplies, not to mention the buildings.
GATE - The gate, located at the bridge over North West
River (6 km from TCH), will be left open for those groups which have
booked the site during the summer.
The site is 6.8 km from the TCH, over a woods-type road.
Please slow down and drive carefully.
LEADER/YOUTH RATIO - The rules for camping can be found
in the Camping and Outdoor Activity Guide, available from the Scouts
Canada website. There must always be two adult leaders with children at
all times. It is appropriate to have co-ed leadership in co-ed groups.
PETS - Absolutely no pets are permitted.
RESERVATIONS - Required and are generally accepted on a
first-come basis after January 1 of the calendar year. Completion of a
Camp Nor' Wes application is necessary.A $25.00 non-refundable deposit
must accompany the application. Telephone bookings will be held for two
weeks and confirmed only upon receipt of the application and deposit.
Rates are:
- Scouting Groups - $100 per three-day, two-night weekend.
- Non-Scouting Groups - $350 per three-day, two-night weekend.
- District event rates will be negotiates at the time of booking.
Off-Season Rates:
- The camp generally operates from May 25 to November 15.
STOVES - For fire safety, we prefer you use propane
stoves. You may wish to bring your own. Stoves are available for rental at
the site for $5 per day, which includes propane gas. 20lb. cylinders are
available on site.
TELEPHONE - A cellular telephone (located in the canteen)
is available for emergency phone calls. The number is 682-0790. Persons
calling the camp will have to leave a message. Consider bringing your own
cellular phone. Cellular service is acceptable, even with hand-held phones.
WARDENS - The wardens are employees of the Provincial
Council and are in charge of the camp. They have the final authority in
camp. They will do their best to help you enjoy your stay. All campers are
expected to cooperate fully with the wardens.
The Site
MAIN LODGE - 40' X 60', suitable for feeding large groups
and limited wet weather activities. Use of the kitchen is restricted.
Contact the Council office for information.
CABINS - Five (5) training cabins are available for use
in emergency or for off-season camping. Each cabin can sleep eight people.
In the off-season, they are equipped with a propane stove, propane lantern
and woodstove.
TENTING SITES - Four (4) section camping areas are
developed. Each area contains four (4) tenting sites (accommodating 36
campers). Each area has its own activity shelter, picnic tables, and
outhouse facility. They are a 2-minute walk from the parking areas.
We also have one hundred patrol-size sites in the
"Jamboree" area, suitable for Cuborees or large day-camps, etc.
WATER - Drinking water is available from artesian wells.
This water is tested monthly.
CANTEEN - No canteen service is available. You will need
to provide your own supplies.
THE FORESTS - Please help protect our trees - NO cutting
permitted on site. Leave birch bark alone. Open fires are not permitted on
tent sites. Approval of camp warden, based on forest fire index, is
required for campfires. They may only be lit in a designated area.
Youth with axes or knives must be closely supervised and be made aware
that they must not damage trees. Wardens can suggest areas where you may
practice axemanship.
FIRST AID - Our wardens have basic first-aid training.
A Few Dont's
- Don't smoke in woods.
- Don't bring alcoholic beverages with you.
- Don't bring firearms, pellet guns, slingshots, bows and arrows unless
permission has been obtained from the Council office.
- Don't deface buildings or trees.
- Don't hunt on camp property
EMERGENCIES - CAMP ALARM IS A SIREN
- In case of forest fires, proceed to beach at once.
- Use of telephone and camp pickup is available for emergencies -
see warden.
- All sightings of bears must be reported to warden at once.
- First aid equipment always available at warden's cabin.
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
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GB Cross Hospital, Clarenville (Emergency). . . .466-5555
Forest Fire Depot (Clarenville). . . .466-7640
Fire Department (Port Blandford). . . .543-2600
Wildlife Dept (Clarenville). . . .466-7249
Ambulance (Clarenville) . . . .466-2351 or 466-2010
RCMP (Clarenville). . . .466-3211
Terra Nova Park (Administration). . . .533-2801
Camp Nor' Wes. . . .682-0790
Scout Council office (St. John's). . . .722-0931
The Scout Law is the Law of This Camp
Fire
Every precaution to avoid a fire in camp must be used. If a fire were to start, the first minute is critical. Located on each camping site is: a) fire extinguisher; b) fire fighter's back pack, always kept full of water; c) a bucket of sand; d) 45 gal. of water. Make sure all campers understand how to use them. They are not to play with. If a fire occurs, try to put it out immediately, then head to the pond. To control tent fires, drop the tent to the ground.
Summer Activities
ARCHERY - A safe range has been constructed, ready to challenge young Robin Hoods.
BEACH ACTIVITIES - Anything goes from frisbees to volleyball. We even have horseshoes!
CAMPFIRE - Campfires may be held only when forest conditions permit, only in areas authorized by the warden.
CANOEING - Canoes are available for your use. Life jackets and paddles are provided.
HERBIE - This challenging obstacle course will delight all ages. Some 16 obstacles will put you to the test.
HIKING - Various day and overnight hiking routes can be suggested by the wardens.
MINI GOLF - A nine-hole "Jungle-Story theme" mini-golf course is available.
PLAYING FIELD - Three large, 200' x 200' grass-covered fields provide opportunity for many types of games. Games equipment for soccer, softball, is available. The fields may be available for camping, with permission.
SWIMMING - A designated swimming/wading area is marked off. It is unsupervised and leaders must accompany their youth and be responsible for them in this area.
TERRA NOVA NATIONAL PARK - You may wish to explore some of the offerings at our province's oldest national park.
TROUTING - The trout fishing is great - usual trouting regulations apply in the pond - licensed salmon fishing only in the river.
WET WEATHER - Each camping site has a large shelter suitable for activities during rainy periods. The main lodge and training cabins are available for use under severe weather conditions. Plan to bring materials for wet weather programs before coming to camp.
WILDLIFE - Lots to see from shrews to moose.
TELEPHONE - A cellular telephone is available for emergency calls. The number is 682-0790. It is best to telephone into camp around meal times. Since the phone is not manned at all times, a caller may not get an answer, but a message system is in place.
In an emergency, they could call the Council office (722-0931) and we will try to get a message through.
NOTE - Camp wardens may be available to assist leaders in organizing activities. They will, under no circumstances, be responsible for running and supervising activities or children. Leaders are responsible for planning, organizing and supervising their own activities.
Reservation and Access Procedures
Reservations
Telephone or write the Council office requesting your camp dates. Reservations will be held for two weeks pending receipt of application and deposit. In order to be fair to everyone, bookings for summer camps will not be accepted before January 2.
A Camp Nor' Wes camp application will be mailed to you.
Complete applicable section(s) including signatures of the section leader and the committee on your applications.
Enclose your booking deposit of $25.00, payable to Scouts Canada, and send one copy to the Council office. Keep one for your records.
Confirmation will be mailed to you immediately on receipt of the above.
Deposit/Refund
The booking deposit will be applied to your camp fees at the site.
Camp deposits will be refunded only if your cancellation notice is received two weeks before your camp date.
January 2003
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