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1. weather Please consult with the Camp Manager 3 Parking at Arcalooka Cabin To allow space for emergency vehicles no more than 2 cars should ever be parked in this lot typically the leader or assistant and the First Aider The car of the First aider should be parked facing outward Cars carrying heavy equipment may park here on a very temporary basis to unload This lot is not for pickup and drop off of scouts 4 Mary s Meadow parking Authorized vehicles of groups troops using Mary s Meadow Dogwood Forest and westward sites may park in the lower gravel lot at the bottom of the hill No more than 3 4 vehicles may park here except on a very temporary basis to unload supplies Do not block the chained gate as emergency vehicles must be able to enter the meadow No driving is allowed beyond this point without expressed permission from the Camp Manager 5 Driving proceed cautiously and slowly 10 mph on the road to the cabin Itis a single lane Be prepared to back up if you meet an approaching vehicle Do not drive on the grass to pass Only authorized personnel leaders and their assistants may drive down to the cabin or Mary s Meadow 6 Parents attending troop events should park in the main lot and walk to the event It is the responsibility of the leader to inform parents NOT to drive down to the cabin or meadow to pick up their children Walk the children back to the parking area N Trash There is no tr2. ALL paper supplies must fit in the large rubber tub below the shelves i Cleaning the cabin leaders are responsible for ensuring that the cabin is completely cleaned all trash and personal items removed gas shut off to stove furnaces turned to pilot lights and ceiling fans turned off and windows and doors locked after each use Table tops and floors should always be cleaned Users will be emailed a cleanup check list with their reservations and it is posted on the bulletin board as well Before you Leave Please incorporate the cleanup into your kaper duties If needed the leader should remain to finish up If not properly cleaned leaders may be contacted for further cleaning and groups may lose their deposit 2 SHELTERS two roofed shelters with concrete flooring and benches can be reserved Redbud is conveniently located off the main parking lot making it an easy location for meetings It also has a large picnic table and a fire ring Southern Shade is in the back yard of the cabin and can be reserved in conjunction with the cabin or alone La Ka Hi Va fire ring is nearby Shelter floors should be swept after use and hosed down of any spills as needed 3 FLAG POLE HILL is the tall grass prairie just west of the main parking lot The perimeter is kept mowed as well as a central path to the large mowed area encircling the Singing Tree and flagpole There is also an adjacent fire ring Oginali The area is great for easy c
3. ARKALOOKA CABIN The cabin is named after a Cherokee Indian who held title to the property for a time in the early 1800 s Built of concrete block with brick facing and a concrete floor it has two covered patios skylights and fireplace Cabin furnishings include two redwood picnic tables with benches tables shelving heaters and a kitchen a Safety Please be prepared to temporarily share cabin space with others if weather becomes inclement 1 A regulation fire extinguisher is on the north side of the kitchen cabinets 2 Smoke detectors are over each door and on the east and west walls You should check them before lighting the stoves heaters or fireplace Extra batteries are kept in the kitchen drawer 2 Storm preparedness due to the skylights the cabin is not considered safe during tornadoes A weather radio is located on kitchen shelf Remove batteries after use See Section III I Severe Weather Preparedness b Solar operated lighting is inside and on porches switches are at the doors There is no other electricity and no outlets Fluorescent lanterns or flashlights are recommended as backups Do not use kerosene or other flammable lanterns in the cabin Be conservative of our solar power c Ceiling fans in both rooms are solar operated switches in the south facing cubby of the hearth Only adults should operate the fans Instructions are posted d Cabin Heating consists of two propane heaters Pilot lights are kept on
4. trails are uneven and many potential hazards exist such as rocks to trip on thorns poison ivy ticks chiggers snakes and other wildlife Be aware of your surroundings Always wear durable and totally enclosed shoes no crocks sandals half shoes etc Shoes must be worn at all times while visiting the camp There are no phones at the camp but a telephone book is in the cabin Cell phones are advised Bridges can be slippery especially when wet Use caution Yellow plastic ribbons indicate poison ivy is nearby Orange ribbons indicate a hazard to avoid Blue ribbons identify recent tree or bush plantings that need to be protected When camping overnight chain the front gate and padlock the 2 gate to secure the camp 2 Severe Weather Procedures for Hidden Valley Camp Troops should be prepared for all weather Dress appropriately with weather changes in mind There is a weather radio available in the cabin on the kitchen shelf a b c d Rain Rain flys are available for checkout In case of heavy rains troops should share the cabin or yurt Flooding the creeks can quickly flash flood and cover the bridges Stay out of the creeks during rain events Thunder Lightning troops should seek shelter in the cabin No other building will protect you from lightning Tornado In case of tornado small troops can retreat to the basement of the Universally Accessible Composting Toilet lower backside access The key is on a ye
5. available inside the cabin to unlock padlock Keep padlocks on hook don t relock loosen shutter post with Allen wrench located on the key ring lift up shutter and secure post to S hook in rafters When closing be sure to tighten shutter posts with wrench Some padlocks need to be turned with key to relock The double hung windows can be raised or lowered g Kitchen Instructions 1 Stove top and oven must have gas turned on valve on wall behind stove and pilot lights lit with matches Instructions are in the Site Users Manual 2 Sink water The cold water sink does NOT have a waste disposal When washing dishes be certain to strain food particles from waste water Add these particles to the garbage you carry out Grease needs to be drained into containers POUR HOT WATER DOWN THE SINK AFTER EACH DISH WASHING Water to the cabin is turned off during the winter months to avoid freezing pipes The outdoor hydrants are available year round 3 Kitchen supplies the kitchen is fully stocked with basic cookware pitchers and eating utensils for INDOOR USE ONLY Do NOT use these on fires Everything must be washed and returned to the cabinets h Craft amp Game Supplies the shelves are fully stocked with all sorts of craft tools supplies for troop use and other resources Please keep these supplies organized Do not donate supplies unless you can fit them in an existing container of similar materials Please discard all dried up pens
6. the Friends of Hidden Valley Inc are permitted to hike the grounds as outlined in the Friends Hiking Procedures brochure which is updated annually and sent to all members see Sec III J e Due to liability issues all non Girl Scout individuals who register to visit the camp must sign the single page Assumption of Risk Hold Harmless form Section ITI A 2 Non Girl Scout groups must sign the four page Usage Agreement Section III A 1 and show proof of liability insurance C Safety amp Emergency Procedures 1 General Safety Guidelines Always follow GSUSA safety guidelines as described in Safety Wise If in doubt check it out a b f g h First Aid groups should bring their own first aid supplies and have a designated trained first aider as required by Safety Wise Explain and use the buddy system know where your kids are going and set clear rules and boundaries if they are exploring on their own Plan together how they will signal for help If they should encounter a stranger they should immediately find and tell an adult Get familiar with the camp as a group Decide where to go for help and how to leave in case of an emergency Pick a place where everyone will meet and conduct a practice drill In case of fire everyone should walk up the gravel road to Presbyterian Manor or the church lot Be aware that the camp is not like your backyard or a groomed park The woods are thick
7. A hen R DP II Hidden Valley Site Use Instructions A Location and Access 1 Location 3420 W Bob Billings Parkway 15 St The entrance is west of Kasold on the north side of BB Pkwy next to the church parking lot 2 Drive in Access is through the red farm gates that are kept chained but not locked Further access is through a coded padlocked gate The code will be given to adult users through the reservation process and should never be passed on to others including youth 3 Walk in Access for our Presbyterian neighbors is through a gate off their back parking lot with a sidewalk to Redbud Shelter A registration box for hikers is on the fence railing B Fees and Reservations 1 Fees there is no fee for Douglas County Girl Scouts 2 Fee categories for non Girl Scout Group Use of Camp a Schools and Youth Organizations Free for site use only 10 for cabin access use b Family 15 for site under 25 people plus 10 for the cabin c Non profit organizations 25 for site under 50 people plus 10 for cabin d Companies Businesses 50 for site under 50 people plus 10 for cabin e Large Groups over 50 people Approval of event and required fees will be determined on a case by case basis 3 A Damage Deposit of 50 will be collected from groups under 50 and 100 for larger groups a Deposit will be held until inspection of the site by the Site Manager b Instructions will be given by the Site Manager after
8. amping due to its proximity to equipment and parking The mowed circle is good for games and other group activities and its circle of sitting logs on the SE edge of the prairie suitable for meetings 4 MARY S MEADOW is the large meadow at the bottom of the road perfect for large group activities and tent camping No driving is allowed beyond the gravel lot Mary s Meadow features wide open spaces a picnic spot several unit sites tucked into adjacent woods challenge course structures and the wetland 5 THE GATHERING PLACE is the fire ring in Mary s Meadow encircled by three picnic tables one of which accommodates a wheel chair This area is great for meetings The small raised fire ring is best suited for stick cooking and singing around the campfire A long wooden platform to the east a former bridge is perfect for skits 6 WETLAND In 2006 Friends of Hidden Valley created a small wetland in a perennially wet area of Mary s Meadow It is filled with tadpoles and lively frogs small guppies and many species of aquatic insects and plants If you look carefully you can find animal prints in the mud A wildlife observation blind can be accessed from the east and via a path from Southern Shade shelter An exploration kit complete with rubber boots nets strainers observation containers ID cards etc can be checked out through the Camp Manager 841 3567 7 DOGWOOD FOREST is intended to provide more adventurous opport
9. ash pickup at the camp Bring your own trash bags All garbage including excess food plate scrapings grease aluminum foil etc must be removed upon leaving never leave garbage in the sink drain buried in fire rings nor in the latrines F Water City drinking water is available in the cabin and at five hydrants located across the 9 camp See map for locations Sec III H Cabin water is generally turned off during winter check with the reservationist Hydrants are freeze protected and available year round Toilet facilities There is no sanitary sewer system at the camp and no flush toilets There are three other types of unique toilet facilities for your use latrines a composting toilet and portable chemical toilet The latrine outhouse should be the primary toilet used Each group is responsible for thoroughly cleaning and closing up the toilets buildings they used at the end of their stay Each facility has different requirements Detailed use and cleaning instructions are posted in each facility and in the Site User Manual in the cabin Make cleaning a part of your kaper duties including sweeping mopping cleaning the seats closing the lids removing trash and latching locking doors Bring your own toilet paper hand soap or hand sanitizer Handwashing units spigot jugs to be filled with rinsing water are available through equipment checkout and are also in the cabin Toilet paper is the only waste to go down any t
10. deposit is paid and before access keys are given c Reservations will be made through the website in accordance with posted scout priority d Fees must be paid in advance with separate checks for deposits and fees 2 Reservation Procedures Reservations for meetings hikes cookouts nature study overnight camping and use of site specific areas and facilities are to be made through the website at www lawrencehiddenvalley org or by calling the reservationist Requests for equipment and tents are also made through the website see Equipment Checkout Form Sec III A 3 All site visits must be recorded Once your reservation has been confirmed you will receive access codes and other pertinent information Please note a All MINORS VISITING THE SITE MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT b Reservations by Douglas County Girl Scouts are always given priority Reservations by Girl Scouts outside of Douglas County or non Girl Scout groups cannot be scheduled more than 60 days prior to the event Non GS groups must sign the Hidden Valley Usage Agreement located in Sec III A 3 c If the reservation is for an overnight all Girl Scout leaders must show a copy of their Council Camp Request Non Council Site form before reservations are finalized d The only people permitted to use Hidden Valley are those who have made a reservation or are there for approved maintenance work Lawrence Hidden Valley Committee Inc Board members and members of
11. for your convenience the knob must be turned to ON position to turn furnace on Lighting instructions are on the lower inside panel of each furnace and in the Site Users Manual and the thermostat is on the wall next to the furnace Remember to turn knob back to pilot position when you leave Please conserve our propane gas it is expensive Safety When heaters are in use children and adults should be alerted to their high surface temperature and should stay away Do not place clothing sleeping bags and other flammable material on or near the furnace or obstruct the air flow IF YOU SMELL GAS do not light anything touch any electrical switch or use a phone inside the building Immediately go outside and call our gas supplier Heetco at 843 4655 and the Camp Manager If you cannot reach them call the fire department e Cabin Fireplace Keep the hearth clear of wood and miscellaneous supplies Before using remember to open the damper by pulling down and engaging on the Hook After use release to close Firewood is kept near the south door of the cabin and in the outside race east of the cabin Do not stock wood on the brick porches Ashes are to be removed when cold to the touch and placed in the metal can marked ashes Return half burned wood to the woodpile and sweep and clean the fireplace and hearth f Windows wooden shutters cover each window and are locked with padlocks The key is located in the kitchen drawer A stool is
12. ide Remove trash and latch the door shut with a stick before you leave H Trails maps available in the cabin or on website 1 Do not blaze new trails No wheeled vehicles with the exception of wheelbarrows and wagons are allowed on the trails 2 Trails are kept clear of brush for single file hiking You may cut back encroaching growth where needed especially honeysuckle Trails on the eastern third of camp are fairly level and wood chipped You can mulch the eastern trails where needed as a service project any time Trails on the western third are more hilly and primitive and are not wood chipped Expect to duck down or climb over downed trees 3 Off trail hiking is not forbidden but do so carefully and watch out for poison ivy which is kept under semi control along trails and unit sites I Sites There are 14 distinctly different unit sites small clearings in the woods with fire rings and wood piles and several large open spaces available by reservation for meetings cookouts and campouts They are mowed seasonally as weather and usage determine Troops groups may reserve any facility unit site and area Users are responsible for familiarizing themselves with procedures for using each facility and for thoroughly cleaning up A Standard Operating Policies and Procedures manual in the cabin white binder located on craft shelves contains detailed user information and instructions for all areas of the camp please refer to it 1
13. ios No registration is required although a quick email to the Camp Manager of your intentions is helpful for planning purposes Please bring a water bottle or cup and dress appropriately 1 Ar ca loo ka Cabin amp Smoke Puff Patch LHVC offers a free custom made patch for local troops using and maintaining their camp non Douglas County troops may earn the patch but must purchase them 1 50 for cabin 1 00 for puff Patches are ordered through the reservationist If you already have the Arcalooka Cabin Patch you can earn a smoke puff patch to add each time you meet the 2 requirements There is no limit to the number of puffs you can earn E ha wor ey YAR CA LOQO KA Patch Requirements a A Fun Day minimum 8 hours in one or more sessions OR an overnight AND b A Service Project at the camp Suggested work time is about 1 hour depending on the troop s age Service projects already completed Day Camp or Spring Fling activities do not apply You may arrange a service project to complete on your own time through the Camp Manager or attend a Friends sponsored workday to satisfy the service project requirement of the patch 2 The Friends of Hidden Valley Troop Reward an incentive reward offered to troops to encourage outstanding efforts in stewardship of their camp The reward will be a 50 check for one troop at each age level For more information on requirements and to download an application form go to www friendshv
14. ks compasses parachute limi sticks etc Resource books cover games songs outdoor cooking recipes wildlife etc Please keep these supplies organized Do not donate supplies unless you can fit them in an existing container of similar materials All paper supplies must fit in the large rubber tub below the shelves N Service Projects Scout troops are encouraged to volunteer in the routine maintenance of their camp on a regular basis Being involved in maintaining and improving the camp helps the girls become better stewards of the land and more vested in their camp Special projects are also available for older girls or troops wanting more involved projects including possible projects for Silver Bronze or Gold Awards A seasonal list of projects is maintained on the website Contact the Camp Manager serviceprojects lawrencehiddenvalley org for more details and to coordinate your Service or Special Project Friends of Hidden Valley Inc also plans and sponsors four workdays each year in April June September and November Dates can be found on HiddenValley s website FHV provides all tools coordinators first aiders and refreshments Scout troops or individual Scouts accompanied by an adult does not have to be the leader are encouraged to attend Participants include Friend s members LHVC board members and neighbors Troops are responsible for obtaining permission slips and abiding by Safety Wise leader scout rat
15. llow ring in the kitchen cabinet drawer Be prepared and take time to look it over before you need to use it The small dark room is often filled with cobwebs which you should clean out beforehand Bring a flashlight The best shelter for tornados is the basement of Presbyterian Manor accessed through the gate near Redbud Shelter to their back door which opens by a code after business hours If you are camping during tornado season and inclement weather is forecasted leaders should contact the Manor s office 785 841 4262 prior to 5pm to discuss procedures and get the code Due to the skylights the cabin is not tornado proof and should only be used if unable to reach the UACT storm shelter or the Manor basement Stay away from glass windows and skylights If you are outside and a tornado is upon you seek immediate shelter in a low lying spot other than the creek Please review the GSUSA Severe Weather Safety for Girl Scout Camp located in Section III G D Parking and Driving within the camp Observe posted signs for parking and driving p Authorized Vehicles refers to Girl Scout or group leaders and their first aiders 1 The main parking lot is beyond the second gate next to Evelyn s Attic the equipment shed Cars may park on either side of the lot Approximately 30 cars can be accommodated if parked close together For large events the grassy area just inside the first gate can also be used for parking in dry
16. nded on site IF you bring a dog you must follow city rules they MUST be on a leash and attended at all times and you MUST pick up their waste and take it with you 4 Fireworks fire arms BB guns air guns tobacco illegal drugs and alcohol are prohibited at all times M Equipment Procedures and Lists A full line of camping and cooking equipment is available for troops to reserve and check out including large kitchen storage boxes tables tarps games tools amp tents An Equipment list checkout form is available on the website Reservations for checkout are made by calling the equipment chair through the website reservations lawrencehiddenvalley org It is up to the leader to make sure all equipment is returned cleaned and in good condition Only local Girl Scouts may check out equipment to be used off site Small 2 3 person tents are available for checkout and require a tent training session for leaders who can then instruct their scouts on proper use To schedule tent training amp or checkout tents lawrencehiddenvalley org Ar ca loo ka Cabin is also stocked with a full line of kitchen equipment for indoor cooking and eating and craft supplies games and books which may be used when you reserve the cabin Supplies include decorative papers yarn cloth paints brushes crayons markers scissors hole punches tape glue beads wire weaving boards Plaster of Paris etc Games include balls cones jump ropes jac
17. oilet Sanitary disposal bags are available in the cabin to place in trash receptacles in each stall Remove these during camp clean up All supplies for use and cleaning buckets Clorox gloves brushes sanitary disposal sacks hand washing unit and sometimes left over toilet paper are in the cabin NE corner under the bulletin board Brooms mops bucket and Lysol are in the cabin cubby hole 1 Latrines There is one 3 hole latrine outhouse near the cabin that is unlocked at all times and should be the primary toilet used Be sure seat lids are down and doors closed and latched after each use 2 Universally Accessible Composting Toilet UACT This toilet is wheelchair accessible and is located at edge of the cabin parking lot The building is kept locked blue coded key is in the cabin kitchen drawer This is a limited use toilet not intended for large groups Anyone who is handicapped may use it at any time Otherwise troops should limit their use of the UACT to after dark as there is a solar operated light switch on a timer inside the door Use and cleaning instructions are DIFFERENT than the latrine please carefully read the instructions posted inside Add one scoop of flusher material at the end of your stay and lock the door 3 Portable chemical toilet Located in Dogwood Forest it is kept stocked with toilet paper It is not locked To clean use the hose from the hydrant next to the treehouse to hose out entire ins
18. on for meetings and sleepovers Sleepovers are allowed only by Cadettes and older Tree House Rules an adult should be present at all times use at your own risk and use common sense Only one person on the ladder at a time b No climbing over railing to enter or exit tree house c No climbing or sitting on the railings or limbs of the trees d Never peel bark off the tree it kills our tree S 10 CLIMBING TOWER built and donated by a scout grandfather for Day Camp Tower Rules an adult should be present at all times use at your own risk and use common sense check attached sign to make consistent 1 Only one person on ladder at a time 2 No more than four girls on top at a time 3 Do not jump off use the ladder to climb down 11 UNIT SITES are small clearings in the woods with fire rings and woodpiles see map Each site is available for meetings and cookouts and several are suitable for tent camping Please use minimum impact camping at these sites and follow the woodpile and fire ring cleanup procedures All sites are suitable for cooking and day use a Suitable for Tent Camping Coralberry is the largest unit site and features a large flat rock for use as a table for Sumac Windmill amp Brookside place tents in Mary s Meadow The Girl Scout built Brookside Bridge is great for bridging activities For Oginali use Flag Pole Hill area Dogwood Forest place tents in open strip b Western Primiti
19. ore digging 2 Natural Habitats of Hidden Valley there are four main wildlife habitats to explore at Hidden Valley The Friends of Hidden Valley have developed Habitat Discovery Packets for leaders to assist in exploring the various ecosystems Check with the Camp Manager for more details a Prairie the prairie of Flag Pole Hill amp the Friends Memorial Butterfly Garden highlight native grasses and wildflowers of the plains The butterfly garden is great for ceremonies Plant identification cards are in the cabin hanging on the Butterfly Garden exhibit b Woods numerous trails crisscross through the woods allowing exploration of trees shrubs and the animals that reside there Look for small round metal signs on 20 trees and match them up to the tree trek guide c Wetland explore the wet n wild critters and plants of the wetland using the Wetland kit available by checkout through the Camp Manager Wading with shoes boots is permitted but no swimming is allowed d Streams several small creeks that start on the east side turn into fairly large streams in the valley Take the Stream Walk that begins at Evelyn s Attic and explore how it has changed over time look for fungi shale and glacial rock and aquatic critters Access streams ONLY at gently sloping banks to prevent erosion problems 3 Dogs can disturb wildlife and other visitors or encounter thorns poison ivy and other hazards and therefore are not recomme
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21. rps if you are going to do crafts activities that use glue glitter paint etc If shoes are muddy leave them on the mud mat at the door but be aware of possible splinters Use the tarps to cover the floor 5 NEVER have a flame of any kind inside the yurt candles lanterns buddy burners stoves heaters etc 6 NEVER use aerosol sprays inside or close to the yurt 7 Eat inside the yurt ONLY if weather prohibits dining outside Remember we don t eat in our tents either Eat on a tarp and carefully take it outside at least 50 ft away to shake out crumbs We don t want to attract rodents 8 No sweet drinks Only water inside c Cleanup Instructions 1 Sweep the yurt and clean up anything that may have fallen on the floor We do not want to attract animals or insects If it got muddy use water and a slightly damp mop to clean the floor Bucket broom and mop inside yurt 2 Leave nothing in the yurt when you leave except for tarps and cleaning supplies already there Close and zip down the windows amp wall close dome Close doors tightly to insure they latch and the locks engage The structure moves so doors do not always line up well you must pull on them to make sure they are locked Bw and don t forget to return the keys 9 TREE HOUSE OF DOGWOOD FOREST Built by older scouts for their Gold Award project the tree house is available for play anytime when not in use by others and also by reservati
22. s To prevent wood diseases from entering our area do NOT bring in wood from outside the camp You may place tarps over your woodpile in advance if rain is forecast 6 To put out your fire sprinkle it with water and rake ashes until completely out Submerge wood in the bucket of water Do not use dirt to smother the fire It is safe to leave only when you can touch all areas of the coals with the palm of your hand 7 Users must clean up the area half burned wood can be returned to the woodpile which should be straightened out COLD ashes and charcoal should be spread out within the ring and the rocks straightened out into a neat 10 foot circle L Natural Resources amp Other Miscellaneous Rules 1 Observe wildlife but do not disturb it Rocks and most plant life should be left in its natural state and undisturbed with these exceptions a Leaves flowers seed pods etc can be collected for badge work crafts ceremonies etc with the following rule collect only from abundant species and always leave much more than you collect b You may clear branches overhanging trails and encroaching on unit sites c Honeysuckle is not desirable and help removing it is appreciated d Lashing may be done but must be taken apart and returned to the woods e Rocks may be moved or lifted to look for insects but always replace them f Temporary holes can be dug for certain activities but must be filled back in Check with the Camp Manager bef
23. unity for older scouts The area has a water hydrant portable toilet a climbing tower tree house yurt and two fire rings The open strip is perfect for tent camping A Dogshed is fully stocked with camping equipment for checkout Use of Dogwood Forest requires the ability to pack in all needed equipment from the lower lot for there is no car access to the area Overnight users of Dogwood Forest are responsible for cleaning the portable toilet by hosing down the inside 8 YURT OF DOGWOOD FOREST the yurt is a round raised wooden deck with vinyl covering over lattice walls a domed roof two doors and 3 windows The 30 foot diameter yurt can hold up to 60 people Please allow other groups that are camping in the area to seek shelter from heavy rain if necessary All ages can reserve the yurt for meetings projects etc However only Juniors and above may use the yurt for sleepovers Keep in mind that it is HOT in summer COLD in winter and has no car access a Access The yurt is kept locked The pink coded key is in the Arcalooka Cabin top kitchen drawer b Use Instructions A yurt is a BIG tent so use the same care 1 Do not lean against walls or hang things on walls 2 Only adults are to raise and lower the dome with the hand crank it only raises a few inches Close it before you leave 3 Use the step stool stored inside to open outside window flaps They need to be fully raised to attach buckles 4 Cover the floor with ta
24. ve Sites such as Cherokee Lookout and Thorn Hill need extensive clearing before using or pitching tents J Tent Camping Tents are available for check out to properly trained adults See Section II for reservations and site specific descriptions Do not set up tents under tree branches or near the fire ring Be sure to chain the outer gates and lock the padlocked gates during overnights K Outdoor Fires amp Woodpiles 1 You must have a reservation to build a fire and must be accompanied by an outdoor trained adult Fires are permitted only in the 19 established fire rings Do not establish new fire rings and DO NOT DIG holes or trenches in the fire ring Refer to the Woodpile and Fire Rings flyer in the Site Users Manual 2 All fires require a bucket of water and a rake and the ring should be raked clear of all vegetation grass leaves etc BEFORE you start your fire 3 No outdoor fires are allowed when burn bans are in effect within the city Burn ban notices will be posted on Evelyn s Attic and the cabin or check with local authorities fire dept 4 Charcoal fires are permitted in fire rings however NO charcoal lighter fluid or any other type of liquid petroleum can be used to start wood or charcoal fires 5 Astocked woodpile of large fuel is at each fire ring take from the top which is the older wood Keep the woodpile organized Throw rotten wood into the woods Tender and kindling can be collected from the wood
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