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Official Master Guide Wilderness Camping Guidelines in Greater New York Conference

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Official Master Guide Wilderness Camping Guidelines



Definition:

Webster defines wilderness as "an empty or pathless area or region". There are no "improvements" to hiking or camping. All camping is primitive, no facilities or designated campsites exist. Use “Leave No Trace” guidelines to minimize your impacts.

This is intense stuff-when we say "wilderness," we mean "wilderness." No ranger checking up on you, no cabin, no Seven-Eleven Mart down the road. During wilderness camping, you pitch a tent in the middle of the woods, completely fend for yourself, and connect with nature.



Objective:

To prepare each candidate to experience the second Bible in Nature; develop outdoor living skills; and gain confidence and broaden their aspects in outdoor living.

WILDERNESS CAMPINSTRUCTOR'S CHECKLIST

Instructor's Checklist

  1. c Choose the date and the location to fit the needs of your group.
  2. c Prepare the program outline for the weekend
  3. c Determine the actual number of people who will participate in the weekend.
  4. c Teach Wilderness Preparation over a few class sessions before the camping trip.
  5. c Begin a physical fitness program.
  6. c Carry Conference medical forms and emergency contact information on each


member of your group.

  1. c Obtain camping permit and other important documents and information about the


area

  1. c Investigate/scout out the area for the nearest hospital and police station; obtain all


emergency numbers for that area.

  1. c Updated first aid equipment
  2. c Be certain that someone on the camping trip is CPR and First Aid certified.


Candidate's Checklist

  1. c Ask questions about the expectations for the weekend.
  2. c In addition to the preparation offered by the instructor prepare yourself by


purchasing or borrowing books and magazines on camping and utilize the internet.

  1. c Begin a physical fitness program at least 3 months in advance.
  2. c Learn how to pack a backpack early.
  3. c Purchase hiking boots early and break them in before wearing them for the


wilderness camping trip.

  1. c Choose water container and filtration method.
  2. c Shop for the rest of what you need at least 2 weeks before.
  3. c Participate in the group planning; everyone is depending on you.
  4. c Pack completely and lightly.


Wilderness Camping Preparation

Purpose

To give each person enough information to prepare for and participate in a wilderness camping experience. Each person should be able to survive out of his or her own backpack.

Camping Preparedness­

MIND

BODY

SPIRIT

YOUR GEAR-WHAT TO BRING, PACKIN' IT UP

Wild Things

Bugs to bears (and all those in between)

Poisonous plants

Other campers

Possible Adventures

Hiking – enter the trail, stay on the trail, never hike alone, pamper your feet

Canoeing

Horseback riding

Skiing

Mountain biking

Swimming

Rock climbing

Food n' Water

Nutrition is important

What to bring

How much to bring

Dry foods, non-perishables, aroma

Water choices – the good, bad, and the muddy

Camping Crews

Safety (first aid) and Security

Sanitation

Tents n' tools

Kitchen Crew

Soul food (Spiritual)

Transportation

Tips on Planning Your Meals

Careful planning allows you to take enough food so that everyone in your group eats well without having to store leftovers.

Menus - be sure to select dishes that are appropriate for the weekend.

Shopping List - List ingredients for each dish before going shopping.

Size of Servings – Determine the number of people for each meal and determine how much each person will eat at each meal. Outdoor activities build up big appetites, so lean towards more rather than less.

Packing Food - Lighten your load and save space by measuring only as much of each ingredient that you will need for each meal and put it in a labeled zip-lock (sealed) plastic bag.

Single Serving Sizes Sample List

Vegetables and Fruits

Orange (1)

Apple (1)

Tomato (1)

Juice (4 ounces)

Potatoes, dehydrated (4 ounces)

Fresh Corn (2 ears)

Fruit, dried (4 ounces)

Milk and cheese

Milk, powdered (4 ounces)

Cheese(small Amount)

Bread, Rice and Pasta

Bread (2 to 4 slices)

Cookies (4)

Cereal (4 ounces)

Pancake (Mix 4 ounces)

Noodles (1 pack)

Rice (½ cup uncooked)

Tortilla (2)

Vegetarian Meat

Tofu hotdogs (2)

TVP, dehydrated (4 ounces)

This list is for teaching purposes only. Work within your group to create your own menu and shopping list. Get together and divide the portions to be carried.

Personal Items to bring to Wilderness Camping

Allergy and Prescription Meds

Baby Wipes (Unscented)

Bible (small and compact)

Bug repellent with DEET

Camera and film

Camp sized-pillow

Camp soap (Biodegradable)

Comb n' brush

Compass

Cotton underwear

Deodorant (Unscented)

Field Guide

Flashlight

Foot powder

Ground pad

Handbook on Camping

Hat and cotton bandana

Hiker's identification band

Hiking boots

Knife

Lightweight jacket

Lip balm (Unscented with sunscreen)

Long Pants (avoid jeans)

Personal first-aid kit

Rain gear

Short sleeve and long sleeve cotton shirts

Skin-So-Soft

Sleeping Bag

Small cotton towel or baby blanket

Small notebook and pen

Small rope

Small Sewing kit

Small wool blanket

Socks - hiking

Stainless steel mess kit and eating utensils tape

Swimwear

Tarp

Toilet Paper

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Trail Snacks

Tri-pod stool

Wash clothes

Watch

Water canteen, water bladder or water filter system

Water socks (shoes)

Work gloves

Sample Wilderness Camping Schedule

(Condensed - Create Your Own)

Friday, August 1

2:45 pmArrival at camp site

3:15 pmNature Activity

6:30 pmPitch Camp

7:00 pmDinner

8:30 pmEvening Worship – Praise and Worship

Sabbath, August 2

6:30 amCampDevotional

7:00 amBreakfast

8:45 amHonor

10:05 am Meditation alone time with God

11:00 am Worship Service

12:00 pm Lunch

1:00 pmWilderness Adventure

4:00 pmHonor

6:00 pmMeal Preparation

7:30 pmVespers

8:30 pmFun Action incorporated in an honor

Sunday, August

6:30 amCampDevotional

7:00 amBreakfast

7:45 amPrepare Sack lunches

9:00 amReady for pre-arranged Adventure

Pre-arranged Adventure

3:00 pmHomeward bound

Possible Honors to be taught:

Wilderness Living

Wilderness Safety

Basic Rescue

FireBuilding and CampCookery

Camping Skills I-IV

FireBuilding and Camp

Edible Wild Plants

Trees

Shrubs

Orienteering

Stars

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