WHO CAN JOIN?

Guest Rangers are selected on the basis of their ability in several areas: outdoor skills, specialized knowledge of nature, conservation, & leadership skills. All Guest Rangers must have a record of demonstrated ability to get along with people, to lead, and to act in an emergency. Members will have a working knowledge of the BSA Outdoor Programs, the Patrol Method, & unit operations.

  • Must be age 21 or over

  • Must be familiar with the Guide to Safe Scouting

  • Must be familiar with Council & Camp Policies and be able to discuss them with Unit Leaders as needed

  • Must be able to be on the property from 3pm Friday through 2pm Sunday on scheduled weekends

  • Must be a registered leader with the BSA

 

WHAT IS THE GUEST RANGER PROGRAM?

The Pine Burr Area Council Guest Ranger Program is a group of experienced Scouters who support weekend camp activities at Camp Tiak when the Camp Ranger is off duty. During the weekend, Guest Rangers are a presence at the camp property. Visiting the units at campsites and around camp to: provide assistance, ensuring the safety and security of not only those units but the camp property as well, & inspecting all facilities and sites at various times throughout the weekend.

 

WHAT DO GUEST RANGERS DO?

  • Check units into & out of campsites

  • Interact with Unit Leaders to provide any assistance and service as needed

  • Ensure Camp, Council, & BSA policies are being followed by all Units.

  • Provide units with facility assistance as needed.

  • Assist in emergency situations should they arise.

  • Assist with or complete at least one special project during the course of the weekend.

  • Visit all units/groups at least once per day (must have own transportation.)

  • Document & report any incidents to Ranger, Camping Chair, &/or Scout Executive

Please fill out the form below if you are interested in being in the Guest Ranger Program. Filling out the form does not mean you have to be available when we call. Rather, it will become a directory for the Camp Ranger to call/email you when the need for a Guest Ranger arises.

Thank You!