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CHAPTER 2
High Adventure Awards of California Inland Empire Council
COLORADO RIVER 50-MILER
Requirements:
Available to any registered memb
er of the Boy Scouts of America
who travel any 50 mile stretch of the Colorado River in a canoe,
unpowered boat, raft or other inflatable.
1. Unit must have a properly approved Tour Permit.
2. Follow normal procedures for B.S.A. aquatic activities,
including safety afloat.
3. Comply with the General Requirements.
DE ANZA TRAIL
Requirements:
1. Complete one or more backpacks from (a) or (b):
a. Between the first crossing of Coyote Creek north of Borrego
Springs to the location of a former corral over a mile north of
the top of climb, north of the Turkey Tracks, camping for the
night at the Middle Willows. Backpack may be made in either
direction.
b. Make two backpacks on separate weekends:
(1) From the first crossing of Coyote Creek north of Borrego
Springs to the Middle Willows, Camping for the night at
the Middle Willows and returning to Borrego Springs.
(2) From the former corral over a mile north of the climb,
north of the Turkey Tracks, to the Middle Willows,
camping there for the night and returning to the former
corral.
2. Chemical fuel stoves shall be us
ed. Open fires and fuel gathering
are strictly prohibited in the
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
3. Comply with the General Requirements.
FIG. 2-1
COLORADO RIVER 50-MILER
3 DIA.
FIG. 2-2
DE ANZA TRAIL
3
½
x 3
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MT. BADEN-POWELL
Requirements:
1. Comply with the General Requirements.
2. Climb to the peak of Mt. Baden-Powell (9,399 ft.)
INFORMATION
1. This award can be earned by B.S.A. units and their members including
Webelos. This hike is NOT RECOMMENDED for Cubs.
2. This award can be earned alone, or with other awards where you may
plan a climb of Mt. Baden-Powell.
3. Summer is the best time for this trip. The trail is closed during the
Winter months, usually from November to June.
4. Carry your drinking water for the hike from home. There is no
dependable source at the trailhead or on the trail.
LOCATION
A trail is located at Vincent Gap. From I-10 and I-215 pro
ceed north on I-215, 22 miles to Cajon Junction, take Hwy. 138,
then Hwy 2 (West) 19.5 miles to Vincent Gap.
TRAIL
The Vincent Gap Trail is the most direct to the Peak. It ascends 2,800 ft. in a series of 41 switchbacks, 4 miles to the Peak.
In places it is steep and dangerous. NOTE th
at great care should be taken not to leav
e the trail or dislodge rocks which could
injure hikers below or destroy the trail by cutting switchbacks.
WEEKEND CANOEING
Purpose: To provide an incentive for troops to undertake canoe trips leading up
to a Fifty-miler, or the River Rat Award, or other long term canoe trips.
Location: Any waterway permitting an overnight trip of sufficient duration
afloat.
Distance & Duration: An overnight canoe trip to a waterside campsite of
approximately 6-7 hours afloat. Distances can vary depending on current, and
wind conditions, etc.
Requirements:
Same as for Council Weekend Hiking aw
ards, plus, each canoer must have
passed First Class Swimming, be able to exit and enter a canoe from water, and
have a knowledge of the basic canoe strokes
and handling techniques.
References: Canoeing Merit Badge Pamphlet and San Di
ego Council High Adventure Aid #1 "Canoeing the Colorado
River".
FIG. 2-3
MT. FADEN POWELL
2 x 2
FIG. 2-4
WEEKEND CANOEING
2 x 2
½
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9 PEAKS HONOR AWARD
The 9 Peaks Award is an honor award for youth and their leaders
who display exemplary conduct and meet the high standards of
Scouting Spirit and Team Work. Scouts must be at least First
Class or above. This is a strenuous trip. It is recommended that at
least four days and three nights be allowed for completion. The
leader should be confident that all Scouts and adults are fit and
ready. For information on possible approach and descent routes,
water sources, and seasonal considerations consult the CIEC 9
Peaks Award Booklet.
Requirements:
1. Comply with the General Requirements.
2. At least one adult going on the trip must have completed the
Council Basic Backpack Awareness Course and one adult
going on the trip must hold a current Red Cross Standard First
Aid Card or higher.
3. All individuals starting this award must have two Training Hike
Awards and one Weekend Backpack Award, e.g., Hike in
National Forest.
4. Complete a mandatory shakedown backpack of a minimum
two nights (no exceptions), carrying a full pack.
a.Must be at least 15 miles with full pack.
b.At least 6 miles of hike must be over 9,000'.
c.This trip must be done less than one month before the 9-
Peaks Backpack.
5. Hike to the top of San Gorgonio and spend the night.
6. Climb the "Nine Peaks" of the San Gorgonio Massif in the following order: San Gorgonio (11,502'), Jepson (11,201'),
Little Charlton (10,676'), Charlton (10,815'), Alta Diablo
(10,430'), Shield's (10,701'), Anderson (10,864'), San
Bernardino East (10,691'), and San Bernardino (10,624').
The trip may be done from San Bernadino peak to San
Gorgonio peak if desired. There is no maximum time for the trip. However, it must be done as a single trip with no
resupply.
7. On each peak inspect
the peak box. Replenish pad of paper and pen as
necessary. Carry at leas
t two pads and pens. If
any boxes are missing or damaged beyond usability
, send a written report to the CIEC H.A.T.
8. Have award application approved by units local Council H.A.T.
FIG. 2-5
9 PEAKS HONOR AWARD
3
½
x 4
½
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MT SAN BERNARDINO PEAK
Requirements:
1. Comply with the General Requirements.
2. An adult leader (21 or older) going on the hike must have completed the
Council Basic Backpack course. Also, an adult must have a current Standard
First Aid Card.
3. All members going on hike must have completed two overnight training
hikes with one of them having an overnight camp above 8,000 ft. elevation.
4. Each individual must carry their food and equipment for a minimum of 7 hrs.
Compute hrs. as follows: 1 hr. for each
1000 ft. of elevation gain plus 1 hr.
for every two miles hiked.
5. Each individual must make an overnight camp in the Wilderness Area and
reach the Peak to qua
lify for the award.
6. A minimum of 30 minutes per person c
onservation work, such as trail/campsite
cleanup or trail/campsite repair is
required. Any trail or campsite repair work
is to be approved by the Dept. of Forestry.
7. Participants should have read Los Angeles
Council Hike Aids 1 & 2
(most current edition).
8. Obtain a Tour Permit prior to trip. A Wilderness permit is required from Mill Creek Forestry Station.
HELPFUL NOTES:
If individuals on this hike already have this award, the Week
end Hike in a National Forest Award can be earned. The hours
hiked have to be completed, but the Peak climb is not necessary to earn this award.
The two main trail heads are Forsee Creek and Camp Angelus. Both have good parking. If Camp Angelus trailhead is used,
this peak will give you a "C" peak for the Peak Bagger Award. Of
the two, Forsee Creek Trail is shorter and slightly easier.
There are Wilderness Camp areas off of each
of the trails mentioned above that
will allow you to complete the required
hiking hours. They both offer a place to cam
p with water (short hike from camp) and
a base to hike the peak with only a
"day" pack. The camps are: Limber Pines Bench along the
Camp Angelus Trail and Trail Forks Springs along the Forsee
Creek Trail.
FIG. 2-6
MT SAN BERNADINO PEAK
2 x 2
2-5
HARD BACK AWARD
Requirements:
1. The purpose of this award is to encourage Scouts to learn and use Scouting
Skills, rather than accept an
easier way. Reference material will be found in
the Scout Handbook (CAMPING SKILL AWARD).
2. Certify, that while Scout Camping, the following have completed the
requirements and are eligible to
receive the "Hardback Award".
3. Pitch, or help partner pitch, the tent you will sleep in.
4. Prepare and use the COMFORTAB
LE GROUND bed as shown in the Scout
Handbook. Use of cot, mattress, etc., borrowed from camp or use of wooden
platform disqualifies a Scout.
5. A Scout is encouraged to carry his own air mattress, ground cloth, etc. and
use them on this campout and others.
6. Sleep in your own gear for at least five (5) nights, they do not need to be consecutive.
7. Unit Leaders: List Troop Number, Di
strict, Council, Number of Patches request
ed, Names of Scouts to receive patch.
Sign form and submit to the High Adventure Team.
PENGUIN CLUB
The patch is available through your local Council Headquarters for
any Webelos, Scout, or Scouter who meets the following
Requirements:
1. Comply with the General Requirements and file a Local Tour
Permit two weeks prior to the overnight campout.
2. Patch is earned by camping overnight in one of the local
Council Camps: Emerson or Helendade.
3. The campout must be in snow and the unit may use tents or
erect temporary shelters. NO CABINS.
4. As a Scout, this patch may be worn on the right pocket of
uniform shirt as a temporary patch.
5. At least one adult should be qualified in Basic First-Aid and
carry a first-aid kit.
6. It is recommended that at least one adult have training in winter
camping prior to the campout.
7. Notify Camp Ranger as you are entering and leaving camp.
8. Carry out all of your trash as directed by Camp Staff. Webelos may earn this award at Council Klondikes only.
9. The boys must also do the preparations NOT the parents. Due to National Policies this award is not available to boys
registered as Tigers, Wolves, or Bears.
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HARDBACK AWARD
2 x 2
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PENGUIN CLUB
3 DIA.
2-6
SOARING AWARD
The BSA Flying Permit Application and the parental Consent for
Aviation Flight do not replace
the regular Tour Permit and
Permission Slip. Both of these forms must be filled out in addition
to the Tour Permit and securing
Permission Slips for each Scout.
Requirements:
1. Watch the video, ""Soaring ... Harmony With the Wind".
2. Watch one of the following videos:
a.The Quiet Challenge.,
b.Running On Empty.
NOTE: These videos are availabl
e to be checked out from the
Inland Empire Council, 1230 Indiana Court, Redlands,
CA. 92374, your local Council,
OR
by contacting and purchasing from the Soaring Society of
America, P.O. Box E, Hobbs, NM 88241 (505) 392-
1177.
3. Take an orientation or instructional flight in a sailplane with a
licensed glider pilot or flight instructor. Contact the SSA at the
address above, or the SSA Governor for California at (714)
734-3056 to find the nearest soaring site.
4. Know and understand the three primary sources of lift:
a.Thermal lift
b.Ridge lift
c.Wave lift.
5. Write a report telling how a sailplane pilot would use these sources of lift to keep his or her aircraft aloft.
6. Comply with all applicable HAT GENERAL REQUIREMENTS.
NOTE: A Flying Permit Application (BSA Form 10-118) must be filed before completing requirement #3. Also, a BSA
Consent for Aviation Flight (Parental perm
ission slip) must be obtaine
d for each scout. The sailplane used must have an
FAA Standard Airworthiness Certificate.
INFORMATION
1. Late Spring, Summer, and early fall are ideal times to schedule an orientation flight.
2. Attempt to arrange takeoff times between 11 am and 5 pm to
take advantage of the most "soarable" part of the day.
3. Books and other information about soaring may be obtai
ned from the SSA (address above), and most soaring sites
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