2015 West Texas COWBOY CAMPS Big Country Baptist Assembly Lueders, Texas Preteen: June 7-10 Youth: June 11-14 AFCC // P O Box 513 // Waxahachie, Texas 75168 phone 972-937-9979 // fax 972-937-9943 // www.americanfcc.org DEADLINES APRIL 1, 2015 Postmark deadline for Advance Registration Form and deposit in the amount of $50 per camper (a deposit may be transferred to a new camper, but not refunded); mail to AFCC P O Box 513 Waxahachie TX 75168 May 1, 2015 Deadline for Criminal and Sexual Misconduct Records Check Authorization form (for each sponsor) and Church Registration form to be mailed, faxed or emailed Fax # 903-842-2828 Email [email protected] MAY 1, 2015 Postmark deadline for full payment in advance at the discounted rate of $185 per camper; NO REFUNDS ALLOWED AT THIS RATE; mail to AFCC P O Box 513 Waxahachie TX 75168 TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO CAMP All adds, drops, and changes to the original Church Registration form must be faxed or emailed to Connie Fax # 903-842-2828 Email [email protected] CAMP DAY Final payment at the rate of $200 per camper due at camp --------------------------------------------------------------------------You may pay for some of your campers at the discounted rate and the remaining campers when you arrive at camp. For example: You have 30 campers/sponsors preregistered ($50 deposit paid for each). You feel confident that 25 of those will be at camp, so you pay for those campers at the discounted rate of $185 each by May 1. Youʼre not sure about the remaining 5 campers, so you pay for those campers at the full rate of $200 each when you arrive at camp. FEBRUARY 1. PRAY THE PROCESS STEP-BY-STEP 2. Find a member of your team that is a good organizer and GET SOME HELP 3. Create and copy a “camp packet” for each camper Cover sheet with this info (run this on colored paper): Camp location and dates Camp fee (you may want to add a transportation cost to the camp cost) Your name and contact information Due dates for forms & payments (leave yourself a few days to organize paperwork) Place and time to meet the morning you leave for camp Time you expect to return from camp Then, add these forms from this registration packet: Camper Rules and Information (run this on colored paper) Camper Registration form (run this on white paper) Food Allergies and Medication forms (run this on white paper) ***When you staple your camp packets together, make sure the Camper Registration form and Medication form are at the back of the packet. That way, you can remove those forms and the parents can keep and use the colored information pages. Follow the same steps for your sponsor packets. Replace the Camper Registration form with the Sponsor Registration form and add the Criminal and Sexual Misconduct Records Check Author. form. Don’t forget Allergies & Medication. 4. Promote camp Show 2014 camp video and/or share student testimonies about camp 5. Make a list of potential campers and sponsors 6. Begin collecting campers’ deposits and registration forms and don’t forget to check for parent and student signatures; then keep a record of deposits and forms MARCH 1. PRAY 2. Continue promoting camp and collecting deposits and forms 3. Complete the Advance Registration form and mail it and your deposit to AFCC, P O Box 513, Waxahachie TX 75168. This form must be postmarked by April 1, 2015 in order to guarantee your church a spot at the camp of your choice. APRIL 1 POSTMARK DATE FOR ADVANCE REGISTRATION FORMS THAT GUARANTEE YOUR CHURCH A SPOT AT THE CAMP OF YOUR CHOICE APRIL 1. KEEP PRAYING 2. Continue collecting camp payments and forms 3. Verify that each sponsor has completed and signed a Criminal and Sexual Misconduct Records Check Authorization form. 4. Fax or email the Criminal and Sexual Misconduct Records Check Authorization form for EVERY SPONSOR and the Church Registration Form by May 1, 2015. Fax # 903-842-2828 Email [email protected] After May 1st you may only replace a boy with another boy or a girl with another girl. A fifty dollar ($50.00) non-refundable deposit is required for each person. This is a good time to start a list of students that may want to come to camp, but did not meet the signup deadline and a list of students that signed up, but are unable to come. MAY 1 POSTMARK DATE FOR FULL PAYMENT AT THE DISCOUNTED RATE OF $185 PER CAMPER; CHURCH REGISTRATION FORM AND CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK FORMS DUE MAY 1. KEEP PRAYING 2. Continue collecting camp payments and forms JUNE 1. KEEP PRAYING 2. Fax or email all adds, drops, and changes two weeks before camp to Connie Fax # 903-842-2828 Email [email protected] 3. Check the camper and sponsor registration forms for signatures (both camper and parent/guardian). 4. Make one copy (for you) of the completed forms. 5. Make sure each sponsor has completed the Child Protection Training course. Training is available at lathamsprings.com. If you need assistance with this training, please contact Connie. 6. Collect all money and bring one check from your church with the total amount owed. BRING TO CAMP 1. Individual Registration forms for all campers and sponsors (original for camp; copy for you) and a copy (for camp) of each sponsorʼs Child Protection Training certificate 2. Prescription medicines in original containers 3. Your final camp payment 4. STUDENTS AND SPONSORS READY FOR A GREAT TIME FILLED WITH LEARNING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION All forms may be downloaded from the AFCC Website at www.americanfcc.org. Be sure that you use the camp forms for the specific camp you plan to attend as forms are different for each camp. AFCC address: " " " " " " " " " American Fellowship of Cowboy Churches PO Box 513, Waxahachie TX 75168 Phone contact: " Connie Sanford, 903-571-7119 Fax number:" 903-842-2828 (for camp only) " Email address: "" [email protected] Requirements for all Sponsors You must have at least one adult sponsor for every ten students of each gender. If you bring fewer than ten students of each gender, you still MUST bring one sponsor for each gender. For example: if you bring six girls and seven boys you must bring one female sponsor and one male sponsor. If you bring 16 girls and 23 boys, you must bring two female sponsors and three male sponsors. Must be 21 or older Must complete the Criminal and Sexual Misconduct Records Check Authorization form (by May 1st) Must complete the Child Protection Training Course for the camp you will be attending. Have your pastor or church staff member sign all sponsor forms where required. Keep the original Certificate of Completion on file at your church and bring a copy to camp. WEST TEXAS CAMP Big Country Baptist Assembly Lueders, Texas CAMP CHECK IN and CHECK OUT TIMES Preteen Camp (3rd-6th grades) Check in on June 7th from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Check out and leave on June 10th at appx. 9:00 a.m. Youth Camp (7th-12th grades) Check in on June 11th from 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Check out and leave on June 14th at appx. 9:00 a.m. CAMPER RULES AND INFORMATION Wha’cha Need to Bring PLEASE LABEL ALL ITEMS (FIRST AND LAST NAME) Bible notebook pens or pencils sleeping bag or twin sheets and blanket pillow toothpaste/toothbrush soap/shampoo/hairbrush shower shoes (flip-flops) towels/washcloths sunscreen and/or a cap or hat insect repellent shorts and/or jeans (may get muddy) shirts/underwear/socks (may get muddy) comfortable tennis shoes or boots modest swimsuit plastic bag for dirty clothes medication (in original prescription bottle; to be dispensed by the camp nurse) flashlight spending money for snacks and souvenirs (appx $20.00) snacks in single-serving size or reclosable bags camera to capture the fun DO NOT BRING excessive money expensive jewelry electronic games weapons Wha’cha Can an’ Can’t Wear This Dress Code applies to all students and sponsors attending AFCC Cowboy Camps and will be enforced by camp staff and host camp staff. Remember, AFCC camps are Christian camps and we should seek to represent Jesus Christ in every aspect of the camp experience including the way we dress. Dress Code ★ Shorts must be modest in length. No short shorts. ★ All pants, jeans, shorts must have waistbands. ★ Shirts must cover the entire torso and not allow midriffs or bellybuttons to show even when arms are raised. ★ Sleeveless shirts are allowed but must cover the entire shoulder. ★ No spaghetti straps or tank tops. ★ Swimsuits must be modest. ★ Undergarments must be worn underneath clothing and cannot show through clothing or rise above the waistband of pants. ★ All clothing must be appropriate and cannot advertise any alcohol or tobacco products. ★ Clothing that represents things contrary to Christianity (i.e. satanic shirts, shirts with inappropriate language, etc.) cannot be worn. ★ Sleep wear must be modest and may not be worn out of the cabins. ★ All campers are to be fully dressed in accordance with the dress code any time they are outside their cabins. Wha’cha Can an’ Can’t Wear, cont. Enforcement of Dress Code Group leaders are asked to review the dress code with all campers and their parents before leaving for camp. We ask that group leaders and adult sponsors lead by example in following the dress code. Wha’cha Can an’ Can’t Do AFCC Cowboy Camps are Christian camps, and all rules are designed to help us conduct ourselves in ways that reflect Christ in all we do. ★ Alcohol, illegal drugs, tobacco, knives, guns, pets, skateboards, fireworks, or MP3 players ARE NOT PERMITTED. Such items will be confiscated and may be returned at departure. ★ Cell phone usage is permitted only during free time or in case of emergency. ★ Please respect all camp properties. We ask you to assist in keeping the grounds clean of trash. Cans are provided. ★ If property or equipment is damaged, your group will be held responsible for any cost incurred for repair or replacement. ★ If the dorm room is excessively filthy during your stay or upon departure, your church will be assessed a fine of $100.00. ★ Shaving cream fights, water fights, etc. will not be tolerated. ★ All clothing must meet dress code. ★ Shoes must be worn at all times unless the camper is in the swimming pool. ★ All Camp activities are closed unless camp staff is present. ★ Meals must be eaten in the dining hall unless otherwise prearranged with camp staff. ★ Students are not allowed to leave the camp grounds while attending Cowboy Camp. ★ Students must attend scheduled activities. ★ Students are not allowed to enter the dorms of the opposite sex for ANY reason. ★ PDA (Public Display of Affection) will not be tolerated. ★ Students are not allowed to share any medication belonging to them with any other student—all medication must be checked in with the camp nurse. ★ Students are not allowed to ride livestock and/or tend to livestock without camp staff present. For emergencies please call: West Texas Camp: Big Country Baptist Assembly (325-228-4542) 5 1 0 S 2 M R O F P M A C 2015 WEST TEXAS COWBOY CAMPS Big Country Baptist Assembly Lueders, Texas Preteen: June 7-10 Youth: June 11-14 Registration Fees • To reserve bunks at the camp of your choice, a $50.00 deposit per student and sponsor is due with this Advance Registration Form • A deposit may be transferred to a new camper if a camper backs out, but there will be no refund issued once a deposit is paid. • Cost $185 for each person paid in full by May 1, 2015 (NO REFUNDS) • Cost $200 for each person paid in full on the first day of camp Packet Information Registration Packets can be found on our website: americanfcc.org Mail a separate form for each camp and your deposit by April 1, 2015 Number of Sponsors + Number of Students = Total Campers x Deposit per Camper $50.00 = DEPOSIT DUE circle WEST TX CAMP attending PRETEEN YOUTH Contact ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone _____________________________________________ Email __________________________________________________ Church Name _______________________________________ Pastor__________________________________________________ Church Address _____________________________________ City/State/Zip ____________________________________________ AFCC // P O Box 513 // Waxahachie, Texas 75168 phone 972-937-9979 // fax 972-937-9943 // www.americanfcc.org Criminal & Sexual Misconduct Records Check Authorization Form AFCC Camp you will be attending: West Texas Camp DUE BY MAY 1, 2015 Preteen_____ Youth_____ LAST NAME THIS FORM IS REQUIRED EACH YEAR FOR EACH SPONSOR FIRST NAME MIDDLE NAME DATE OF BIRTH SOCIAL SECURITY DRIVER’S LICENSE STREET NUMBER STREET NAME (NO PO BOXES) APARTMENT NUMBER CITY STATE ZIP PHONE NUMBER NAME OF CHURCH By signing this form I authorize Big Country Baptist Assembly and/or the American Fellowship of Cowboy Churches (AFCC), their staff, and/or volunteers to make an independent investigation of my background, references, character, criminal or police records to obtain information which may or may not qualify me as a volunteer at any AFCC Cowboy Camp. SIGNATURE DATE Child Protection Policy (the training is valid for two years) I have proctored a State of Texas approved Child Protection Training Course for the above-named AFCC Cowboy Camp sponsor applicant. The above applicant scored a grade above 80 on the final exam. Therefore, I have issued this sponsor applicant a 2015 Certificate of Completion. A copy of this Certificate will be brought to camp and will be readily available upon request. Child Protection Training is available online at www.lathamsprings.com. Check One: I will provide a copy of the 2014 or 2015 Certificate of Completion No copy of 2014 Certificate of Completion, but sponsor took the training provided by AFCC Camp attended last year Church Group Leader Signature__________________________________________ Date ____________ e Du by y Ma 15 0 ,2 1 West Texas Camp Church Registration Form Church Name, City ______________________________________________ Please send a separate form for each camp Check one: Preteen: June 7-10 ___ Youth: June 11-14 ___ Camper or Sponsor Name (please list all campers first; make copies as needed) Male Camper ***For changes made after the ORIGINAL REGISTRATION FORM has been mailed, please indicate the type of change in the last column below and resend the form.*** Female Camper Male Sponsor Female Sponsor T-Shirt Size (state youth or adult size) Correction, Addition or Deletion 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 TOTALS (on 1st page only for all pages) TOTAL CAMPERS AND SPONSORS ATTENDING CAMP ____________ T-shirt Order: youth med _______ youth lg _______ youth xlg _______ adult sm _______ adult med _______ adult lg _______ adult xlg _______ adult 2X _______ adult 3x ______ adult 4x ______ BCBA STUDENT REGISTRATION FOR CAMP:___________ DATES OF CAMP: ____________ Do not leave anything blank! If your answer is “none,” enter “N/A.” This form must be completed for every camper under the age of 18. Sponsors and campers over the age of 18 must complete the Adult Registration form. Camper Information T shirt size ____ Name:____________________________________________Gender:______________________ Age__________________ Birth Date____/____/____ Grade Completed:____ Home # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-_________ Address:_____________________________ City:_______________________________ State:____Zip:_______________ Name of Church/Group/Organization camper will be with:____________________________________________________ Camper's Sponsor Name:_________________________________________________ Mobile # (_____) _____-________ Emergency Contact:_________________________________________ Relationship to Camper:______________________ Primary Telephone # (_____) _____-_________ Work # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-__________ Physical Limitations (Asthma, Diabetes, Allergies, etc) and/or special instructions (Allergic to certain medications, food allergies, rare blood type, wear contacts, etc.)_______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ List all medications the camper is currently taking. For each medication, indicate whether or not it will be brought to camp. If you need more room, please attach additional pages. Medication #1:______________________________________________________________________________________ AM Noon Dinner Bedtime __________________________ Special Instructions (dosage, times, etc) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Medication #2:______________________________________________________________________________________ Special Instructions (dosage, times, etc) AM Noon Dinner Bedtime _________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Medication #3:______________________________________________________________________________________ AM Noon Dinner Bedtime _________________________ Special Instructions (dosage, times, etc) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian Information Name of Parent or Guardian____________________________________________ Relation to Camper________________ Primary Telephone # (_____) _____-_________ Work # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-__________ E-Mail Address ______________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Parent or Guardian____________________________________________ Relation to Camper________________ Primary Telephone # (_____) _____-_________ Work # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-__________ E-Mail Address ______________________________________________________________________________________ Insurance Information: Insurance Company:______________________________ Name on card:_____________________________________ Insurance Policy #:________________________________ Phone Number:____________________________________ Address:__________________________________ City:___________________ State:________ Zip:______________ MEDICAL, SURGICAL AND OTHER REQUIRED WAIVERS I, _____________________________, parent and/or legal guardian of ______________________________, minor, hereby acknowledge that said minor is presently under my care, custody, and control. I give my child (the aforementioned minor) my express permission to attend Big Country Baptist Assembly (hereafter referred to as BCBA) between the dates listed above. I further expressly grant my permission for my child, the aforementioned minor, to participate in all activities of said camp with the following listed exceptions: ________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ I have listed above said minor's physical conditions or medical problems that may need attention, and all medications regularly used by said minor. In the event there arises an emergency necessitating medical or surgical attention, I hereby consent and give my permission to BCBA, its representatives, my dependent child's Camp Sponsors, or any attending physician of the above stated dates to make such decisions and/or to perform such medical treatments upon my said minor dependent which may, in their sole discretion, be considered necessary. Furthermore, I do release, acquit, discharge, and covenant to hold harmless the BCBA, it's representatives, or my dependent child's Camp Sponsors, or any attending physician of the above dates, from any and all actions, damages, or liabilities arising out of any injury or any sickness (or the treatment of any injury or any sickness) that occurs during my dependent minor's stay at BCBA. I also understand and agree that the local Shackelford County Court would be the point of venue should a legal dispute arise as a result of my child's stay at BCBA during the above dates. I consent and give permission to the BCBA staff to inspect the bunkhouses for the safety and protection of all BCBA campers present, if unusual circumstances make such an inspection necessary. I give my full consent and permission to BCBA staff to use my child's photo for BCBA promotional purposes. I also consent and give permission for my child, at his/her own discretion, to participate in counseling sessions while attending BCBA. I have read the 2014 BCBA Policies and Procedures and explained them to my minor child. We both understand that my child will be dismissed from camp and sent home without refund and at my expense if he/she does not adhere to these policies. Besides the sponsor listed above, I hereby authorize the following person(s) to pick up my child from the BCBA grounds: Name: ___________________________ Name: ___________________________ Name: ___________________________ PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN SIGNATURE: ______________________________ FOOD ALLERGY & SPECIAL DIET NEEDS Please Use Separate Page for Each Person Fax Completed Form to 903-842-2828 Two Weeks Prior to Arrival Name of Camp: ______________________________ Dates: _________________________ Camper Name: ______________________________ Age: _____________ Church: ______________________________________________________ Parents Name: ____________________________ Phone #: ___________________________ Is parent attending camp with child? ________, If not, please list name of adult sponsor ___________________________________________ List allergies or explain special dietary needs: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Is camper aware of his/her allergies? ______ Is camper able to monitor his/her own food requirements? _______ Is child bringing some of his/her own food? ________ if so please list below: ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ MEDICATION FORM For the safety of each camper, all medication (prescription or non-prescription drugs) will be held at the camp nurse’s station and administered by camp-approved, certified medical personnel who are on duty 24 hours a day. If you need to send medication to camp, please place it and the completed form below in a zip-lock bag. Please DO NOT send any medication that is not absolutely necessary. EACH MEDICATION MUST BE IN ITS ORIGINAL CONTAINER FROM THE PHARMACY. NO BLANK PILL BOTTLES OR DAILY MEDICATION BOXES. BE SURE TO MAKE THE FORM VISIBLE IN THE BAG. PLACE THIS FORM IN THE ZIP-LOCK BAG ALONG WITH THE MEDICINE THIS MEDICINE BELONGS TO ___________________________________________ CAMPER’S CHURCH ___________________________________________________ MEDICINE ____________________________ DOSAGE _______________________ MEDICINE ____________________________ DOSAGE _______________________ MEDICINE ____________________________ DOSAGE _______________________ MEDICINE ____________________________ DOSAGE _______________________ MEDICINE ____________________________ DOSAGE _______________________ PARENT’S NAME ______________________________________________________ DAY PHONE ______________________NIGHT PHONE _______________________ DOCTOR’S NAME _______________________ PHONE _______________________ BCBA ADULT REGISTRATION FOR CAMP:______________ DATES OF CAMP: _______________ Do not leave anything blank! If your answer is “none,” type in “N/A.” This form must be completed for every sponsor and camper over the age of 18. Camper Information Your Name:_________________________________________________________________________ Gender:_________ Address:_____________________________ City:_______________________________ State:____Zip:_______________ Birth Date____/____/____ Grade Completed:____ Home # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-_________ Name of Church/Group/Community you will be with:________________________________________________________ Camper's Sponsor Name:_________________________________________________ Mobile # (_____) _____-________ Emergency Contact:_________________________________________ Relationship to Camper:______________________ Primary Telephone # (_____) _____-_________ Work # (_____) _____-_________ Mobile # (_____) _____-_________ Physical Limitations (Asthma, Diabetes, Allergies, etc) and/or special instructions (Allergic to certain medications, food allergies, rare blood type, wear contacts, etc.)_______________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ List all medications you are currently taking. For each medication, indicate whether or not it will be brought to camp. If you need more room, please make notations on the back of this page. Medication #1:_______________________________________________________________________________________ AM Noon Dinner Bedtime __________________________ Special Instructions (dosage, times, etc) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Medication #2:_______________________________________________________________________________________ Special Instructions (dosage, times, etc) AM Noon Dinner Bedtime __________________________ MEDICAL, SURGICAL AND OTHER REQUIRED WAIVERS I, _____________________________, have listed above my physical conditions or medical problems that may need attention, and all medications that I regularly use. In the event there arises an emergency necessitating medical or surgical attention, I hereby consent and give my permission to BCBA, its representatives, my Camp Sponsors, or any attending physician of the above stated dates to make such decisions and/or to perform such medical treatments upon myself, which may, in their sole discretion, be considered necessary. Furthermore, I do release, acquit, discharge, and covenant to hold harmless the BCBA, it's representatives, my Camp Sponsors, or any attending physician of the above dates, from any and all actions, damages, or liabilities arising out of any injury or any sickness (or the treatment of any injury or any sickness) that occurs during my stay at BCBA. I also understand and agree that the local Shackelford County Court would be the point of venue should a legal dispute arise as a result of my stay at BCBA during the above dates. I consent and give permission to the BCBA staff to inspect the bunkhouses for the safety and protection of all BCBA campers present. If unusual circumstances make such an inspection necessary, I give my full consent and permission to BCBA staff to use my photo for BCBA promotional purposes. I have read the 2014 BCBA Policies and Procedures. I understand that I will be dismissed from camp and sent home without refund and at my expense if I do not adhere to these policies. Insurance Information: Insurance Company:______________________________ Name on card:_____________________________________ Insurance Policy #:________________________________ Phone Number:____________________________________ Address:__________________________________ City:___________________ State:________ Zip:______________ SIGNATURE: ______________________________ PLEASE CONTINUE ONLY IF you’re an adult (18+) attending BCBA for 3 or more nights while minors are present. 2014 BCBA SPONSOR APPLICATION Other Names I Have Used (Maiden, alias, legal name change, etc.):___________________________________________ DL#:_______________ State:__________________ Social Security #:_____-____-_______ Previous Addresses in past 7 years: 1)__________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2)__________________________________________________________________________________________________ I, the undersigned, have completed a State of Texas Approved Child Protection Training Course and have correctly answered at least 80% of the questions on the final exam. Furthermore, while I am on the BCBA property, I will be able to present the proper documentation proving that I have satisfactorily completed this course upon request. By my signature, I affirm that all information on this form is true and accurate. Have you ever been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor? _____Yes _____No If yes, explain on the back of this page. I hereby authorize (your church/organization)_____________________________________to obtain information about me form various law enforcement agencies, courts and corrections agencies. This authorization shall continue to be effective until revoked by me. A photocopy or facsimile of this consent shall be as effective as the original. Sponsor Applicant’s Signature: __________________________________________ Be Sure Your Church/Organizational Leader Signs Below Before This Form is Mailed: I, the undersigned, have performed a Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check on the above BCBA Sponsor Applicant and have found no felony or sexual offense convictions listed. I understand that these Background Checks do not need to be turned in to the BCBA Camp Office. However, these Background Checks will be brought to the campgrounds and will be readily available upon request. CHURCH LEADERSHIP SIGNATURE:___________________________________
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