VenturingFest 2018 The Staff Experience Jenn Hancock Owen McCulloch

Question and Answer at end of Webinar You can type questions using the “Chat” tab in the UberConference Registration is now live for participants (crews and individuals) to register and make deposits. Materials are also available online: Participant Guidebook, FAQ, video promo and more.

When and Where July 1-6, 2018, The Summit The Summit Bechtel Reserve is located about 1 ½ hours southeast of Charleston, West Virginia, and it sits on the New River Gorge National River. It is in the middle of a world renowned recreation area, known for whitewater rafting, kayaking, climbing, mountain biking, and more. We’ve invited over 375,000 Venturers, Sea Scouts, Explorers and Venturing-age Scouts to attend.

Staff Arrival and Departure Times Thurs., 6/28/2018        Venturing Management Team Arrival  Fri., 6/29/2018              Morning - Volunteer Staff Check-In  Fri., 6/29/2018              Afternoon– VFest Staff Training w/ SBR Staff  Sat., 6/30/2018            VenturingFest Specific Training  Sun., 7/1/18                  Participant Check-In Day  Mon-Thu., 7/2-5/2018  Program!  Fri., 7/6/2018                Morning - Participant Departure  Fri., 7/6/2018                Afternoon - VenturingFest Staff Departure Some positions may require earlier arrivals, please wait to hear from your team lead before making travel arrangements

Accommodations and Food Service Housing 2-person tents (for youth and adults), camping by crew, by region Cots are provided, bring your own sleeping bags Showers are “ambient” with flush toilets, sinks with running water and electricity Food Service Dining Hall and Lunches We have the capability to provide meals that meet various special dietary needs throughout your stay at the Summit, including but not limited to vegetarian, vegan, religious diets, food allergies, and many more. You will be able to indicate on your roster in the registration system any special dietary needs for your unit members. In addition, please note any special diet needs on your medical forms, also identify yourself with dining hall management upon arrival and they will be happy to assist and review ingredients in the different items and review items that are available to you. More details are available in the online VenturingFest Guidebook

Staffing Needs and Qualifications Our biggest needs are for certified instructors for program areas, but there are positions for staff of any experience/ability level. Minimum Qualifications for All Volunteer Staff Positions: Be a currently registered member of the Boy Scouts of America Complete parts A, B & C of the BSA Annual Health & Medical Record Complete the Summit Bechtel Reserve Risk Acknowledgement Be at least 16 years old (18 for most positions) $250 FEE COVERS All Meals (6/29 lunch to 7/7 lunch) Tent and cots (with one tentmate) in Delta or Charlie Base Camp Access to events and program venues when not working

Registration is live http://www.summitbsa.org/venturingfest/staff/ Click the “Register” button Fill out your personal information Choose “Staff” Select the position that you are interested in staffing Include in current certifications or credentials that apply to that position (or other potential positions) Make $100 deposit (Final balance due by April 30, 2018) You will be contacted by your team lead soon!

See staff position list at summitbsa.org/venturingfest/staff/

Daily Schedule 6:30-8:30 am Breakfast 6:30-8:30 9 am-4 pm            Summit Center activities, vendors                              and displays 9 am-noon            Scheduled Program Block A Noon-1 pm            Lunch in Adventure Areas and                               Summit Center 1 pm – 4 pm          Scheduled Program Block B 5-7 pm                   Dinner Evenings               Activities and Venturing Specific                               Program

Question and Answer You can type questions using the “Chat” tab in the UberConference Registration is now live for participants (crews and individuals) to register and make deposits. Materials are also available online: Participant Guidebook, FAQ, video promo and more.

More information to come Upcoming VenturingFest Webinars Tuesday, January 9, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT Tuesday, February 13, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT Tuesday, March 13, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT Tuesday, April 10, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT Tuesday, May 8, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT Tuesday, June 12, 2018, 9 PM ET/8 PM CT/7 PM MT/6 PM PT/5 PM AK/4 PM HT