Avondale Scout Reservation

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• Groups:
  Print the district name and unit in which your group is registered.

Check whether your Scout Group; Pack, Troop, Crew is registered in the Istrouma Area Council (IAC) or another Scout Council (OC) and print the name of the other council. A Non-Scout Group is one that is composed of adult and youth participants that are not registered with an official Scout Group. This may include church groups, YMCA, Boys and Girls Clubs, and other youth serving organizations. Non-Scout Groups must complete a hold-harmless agreement and provide evidence of a $1 million liability insurance policy.

Number of Participants:

Indicate the number of participants that compose your group. A registered Scout Youth or Adult is one whose name appears on the official roster for the Pack, Troop, or Crew. All other participants are non-registered youth or adults.

Dates Requested:

 

 Indicate the dates and expected time of arrival and departure.

 

Campsite/s and Activity Requested:

 

Check the camping area you want to reserve. You must communicate with the Reservation Manager or Camp Ranger (225) 683-3489 to determine which area is available. Once a specific area and campsite(s) are determined to be available, a group may reserve one or more campsites on a first come- first serve basis.

 

List the activities that the group wishes to participate in (example – camping, hiking, fishing, canoeing, etc.).

 

Campsite Use Weekend Fees:

Calculate the appropriate fee that matches the total number of participants by “Group” category. The fees cover general infrastructure support such as sewage treatment, water supply, road maintenance (grading & gravel), mowing, dumpster lease, and restroom/shower facilities (toilet paper, electricity, & hot water heaters).

Structure and Campsite Rental Fees:

Groups may rent specific structures to facilitate their activities. Groups with asthmatics or individuals with sleep apnea need power to operate the needed medical equipment. Please indicate the appropriate fee.
Canoe, Rifle, Shotgun, and Bow Rental (Aquatics and Shooting Sports Permits Only):

Groups may only rent canoes, rifles, shotguns, or bows for use on the Avondale scout Reservation. A separate Aquatics or Shooting Sports Permit (PF-AQ or PF-SS) must be completed to rent the canoes and/or shooting sports equipment.

Aquatics Permit – Group leaders supervising the aquatics activities must comply with the requirements for Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat and have current CPR certification for all aquatics activities as outlined in the Guide to Safe Scouting. The Qualified Supervisor’s training must be on file with the Registrar at the Scout Office. A copy of the supervisor’s training card/s (on-person) will help confirm this training. The Committee Chairperson’s signature confirms that the unit is aware of the activity and attests to the training of the Qualified Supervisor and the participants.

Shooting Sports Permit – Group leaders operating the Rifle Range must have current National Rifle Association, Police, or Military certification. The Qualified Supervisor’s training must be on file with the Registrar at the Scout Office. A copy of the supervisor’s training card/s (on-person) will help confirm this training. The Committee Chairperson’s signature confirms that the unit is aware of the activity and attests to the training of the Qualified Supervisor and the participants.

Fees Due:

Transfer all fees checked in each block to the fees summary block and total fees due. The fees will be paid on the appropriate IAC Form PF-A, H, W, T, or M. All fees must be paid to the Scout Service Center by the close of business Thursday prior to arrival at the Reservation.

Signature of Leader:
The leader signing the form attests to having copies of the current edition of the Guide to Safe Scouting and the current edition of the Avondale Scout Reservation Rules and Regulations. Furthermore, the leader acknowledges responsibility for insuring compliance with the provisions of these documents.

All vehicles must be parked in the designated parking areas; Summer Camp Parking Lot, Perkins Parking Lot, etc., as per National Camping Policy, once the event has started. NO VEHICLES SCOUT UNIT, LEADER, OR PARENT VEHICLES ALLOWED IN SUMMER CAMP CAMPSITES UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. Authorized Vehicles are camp maintenance and retail delivery vehicles.