CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

U.S. MORMON BATTALION TRAIL for CUB SCOUTS, TIGER CUBS, and LEADERS

1. History of the Mormon Battalion Trail:
   1. Read a brief history of the Mormon Battalion in the Mexican War (see bibliography in Trek Aid No. 107)
   2. Discuss, during lunch or rest stops, the history of the Mormon Battalion, including:
      1. The origin of the Battalion
      2. The route or trail from Council Bluffs, Iowa to San Diego
      3. The Battalion and the Indians
      4. The hardships encountered, especially crossing the southwestern deserts
         
   
   
2. Visits to Memorials and Museums:
   1. Visit a Memorial dedicated to the Mormon Battalion, if it is within reasonable driving distance.
   2. Visit a Museum that displays artifacts and the life of the period during the Mexican War.
   3. In San Diego County, visit two of the following three sites (in or near Old Town San Diego):
      1. The Mormon Battalion Visitors Center
      2. The Mormon Battalion Memorial in Presidio Park
      3. The Hazard Museum in Sealy Stables
         
   
   
3. Rations of the Mormon Battalion:
   1. Assist the Unit in preparing and eating a typical Battalion Trail lunch, essentially jerky and hard biscuits.
      
4. Hike the trail of the Mormon Battalion:
   1. Complete a 5-mile hike along the original trail where possible. The area in the vicinity of Box Canyon in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park is recommended.
      
5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

U.S. MORMON BATTALION TRAIL for SCOUTS, VENTURERS and LEADERS

1. History of the Mormon Battalion Trail
   1. Read a history of the Mormon Battalion in the Mexican War (see bibliography in Trek Aid No. 107).
   2. Discuss with the Scoutmaster, Advisor, or appointed Counselor what you have learned with an emphasis on:
      1. The origin and dual mission of the Battalion
      2. The approximate number of members in the Battalion when they departed from Fort Leavenworth, when they departed from Santa Fe, and when they arrived in San Diego.
      3. Recruitment of the Battalion
      4. Crossing the Pawnee Forks and Colorado River
      5. Forced Marches under Colonel Smith
      6. The “Battle of the Bulls”
      7. Tucson
      8. Box Canyon
      9. Hardships crossing the deserts
      10. Some of the daily distances covered and length of time on the march.
          
   
   
2. Visits to Memorials and Museums:
   1. Visit a Memorial dedicated to the Mormon Battalion, if it is within reasonable driving distance. If there is not one near you, write to the Mormon Battalion Descendants’’ Society or to a Docent of a Mormon Battalion Memorial for information.
   2. Visit a museum that displays artifacts of that era.
   3. In San Diego County, visit two of the following three sites in or near Old Town San Diego:
      1. The Mormon Battalion Visitors Center
      2. The Mormon Battalion Memorial in Presidio Park
      3. The Hazard Museum in Seely Stables
         
   
   
3. Rations of the Battalion:
   1. Describe the daily rations on the trail.
   2. Describe some of their water problems.
   3. While on the backpack, assist the group in preparing and eating a typical trail evening meal of the Battalion. Beef jerky may be substituted for dried mule meat and backpacking stoves may be used where open fires are not permitted. A typical trail evening meal is: Using dried mule, ox, or sheep meat, (substitute jerky or chipped beef), prepare creamed meat on biscuits or meat dumplings. Use no milk. Meat may also be boiled or cooked on a stick, and served with biscuits. Boil turnip, mustard or similar greens and serve them with the meal.
      
   
   
4. Hiking the Battalion Trail:
   1. Complete an overnight backpack of 15 miles or 7 ½ hours of scheduled backpack time in 2 consecutive days along the original trail of the Mormon Battalion.
      
      
   Note: In San Diego County, the only section of the trail still open is in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park. Recommend selecting a 15 mile backpack in the section between Highway S-2 Mile 27 Marker northward towards the junction of Highways S-2 and S-22. Hike through Box Canyon, across Blair Valley. Cross the ridge at “Foot and Walker Pass” and continue across the desert keeping to the east of the private property in Earthquake Valley (Shelter Valley). When past the private property, hike west to Highway S-2 and follow the west shoulder to Scissors Crossing (Highways S-2 and 78), and then on to the San Felipe Pass.
   

CYCLING TRAINING (Western Los Angeles County Council)

1. Complete 7 hours cycling time or 21 miles round trip, whichever occurs first, with an overnight campout. Cycle trip or time may be earned anywhere.


2. Contact a member of the High Adventure Team prior to the trip, and submit a copy of the following, if requested:
   1. Itinerary with route, alternate route, and rest stops.
   2. Participant roster including names, addresses and phone numbers.
   3. Planned menus.
   4. Personal and equipment lists.
   5. Certification that bicycles are currently licensed and pass inspections and are safe (brakes, reflectors, tires, etc.) by a qualified cycling counselor or bike shop.
      
3. Minimum food and equipment must be carried on the bicycle (maximum limit – 20 lbs.). Equipment should include such items as jacket, rain gear, personal First Aid Kit, water bottle, long pants and tools. Sleeping gear and other equipment, along with food should be carried in a motor vehicle.


4. A minimum of two registered adults shall be with each group, one of whom shall be on a bicycle with the group.
5. Participants must be familiar with the California Vehicle Code and the Orange County Council BSA Bike Aid and have or be working towards the Cycling Merit Badge. (Adults are exempt from the Merit Badge Requirement).
6. Complete a camp or conservation project of at least one hour per participant, during, prior or after the tour.
7. Group size shall be kept within the maximum for the planned camping area.
8. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

CYCLING WEEKEND TOURING (Western Los Angeles County Council)

1. Complete 12 hours cycling time or 48 miles round trip, whichever occurs first, with an overnight campout. Cycle trip or time may be earned anywhere.


2. Participant must have earned 2 Cycling Training Awards and present evidence of completion.


3. Group size shall be kept within the maximum for the planned camping area.


4. Comply with requirements 2 through 8 of the Cycling Training Award.


5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

DE ANZA TRAIL (California Inland Empire Council)

1. Complete one or more backpacks from (a) or (b).
   1. Between the first crossing of Coyote Creek north of Borrego Springs to the location of a former corral over a mile north of the top of the climb, north of the Turkey Tracks, camping for the night at the Middle Willows. Backpack may be made in either direction.
   2. Make 2 backpacks on separate weekends.
      1. From the first crossing of Coyote Creek north of Borrego Springs to the Middle Willows, camping for the night at the Middle Willows and returning to Borrego Springs.
      2. From the former corral over a mile north of the climb, north of the Turkey Tracks, to the Middle Willows, camping there for the night and returning to the former corral.
         
   
   
2. Gas or liquid fuel stoves must be used. Open fires and fuel gathering are strictly prohibited in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.
   


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

GRAND CANYON (Grand Canyon Council)

1. For additional information or to purchase awards, contact the Grand Canyon Council, BSA, 2969 N. Greenfield Road, Phoenix, AZ 85016-7715. Telephone 602.224.0778
2. Backpacking permit information may be obtained from the Grand Canyon National Park, Backcountry Office, P.O. Box 129, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023.
   

1. The GRAND CANYON TRAILS award is presented for the first trek completed in the Grand Canyon series, along with the applicable segment award.
   
   
   


2. Participants must hike to the river to qualify for the awards except for the Rainbow Bridge segment, which requires a hike to Lake Powell.
3. Plan and train carefully because the treks into the Grand Canyon can be deadly. All overnight hikes and camps require a Grand Canyon Permit.
4. Complete requirements for the individual segment awards
5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

1. This is the recommended first hike in the Canyon and should be an overnight camp. Hike either the Bright Angel or the South Kaibab trails or a combination of both.
2. The recommended hike for younger Scouts is down the South Kaibab Trail to Bright Angel campground for overnight, then up to Indian Gardens on the Bright Angel Trail for another overnight, then out early the next day. The distance is about 17 miles.
   

1. The recommended hike is from the North Rim (which is about 1,000 feet higher than the South Rim) to either Cottonwood Campground or Bright Angel Campground. Exit out the Bright Angel Trail. The distance is about 24 miles.
2. An alternate is from the South Rim, down the South Kaibab Trail to Bright Angel Campground or to Cottonwood Campground. Exit out the North Kaibab Trail. The distance is about 21 miles.
3. A minimum of two days is recommended but three days is more enjoyable.
   

1. The hike must be completed in one trip and may be started on either rim. The total distance is about 47 miles and a minimum of 2 ½ to 3 days is recommended.
   

1. Hike from the rim to the river on these individual trails. All these trails are unmaintained and require a permit for overnight hiking or camping.
2. Two segments may be earned on one trek if the Grandview and Hance Trails are combined (down one and up the other).
   

1. Hike from the rim to the river over unmaintained trails such as Boucher, Tanner, and Nankoweap
2. All overnight hikes require a permit.
   

1. Hike from the Hualapai Hilltop to the camp below the Havasupai Indian Village. Travel down the creek bed to the Colorado River.
2. We recommend at least three days for the trek and advance reservations are required. Contact Havasupai Tourist Enterprises, Supai AZ 86435. Telephone: 520-448-2121.
   

1. Hike the Paria River Canyon from the start near the White House, just south of Highway 89 in Southern Utah, to the Colorado River at Lee’s Ferry.
2. Allow three to four days for this trek.
3. Permits are required and may be obtained from the Bureau of Land Management, Kanab Field Office, 318 North First East, Kanab, UT 84741. Telephone: 435-644-4600.
   

1. Hike the Rainbow Bridge Trail from the abandoned Rainbow Lodge west to Rainbow Bridge or on the Cameron Trail starting near the Navajo Mountain School north and west to Rainbow Bridge.
2. Return by either trail or out by boat on Lake Powell, or go in by boat and hike out.
3. Permits are required by the Tribal Government at Director, Recreational Resources Department, The Navajo Tribe, Window Rock, AZ 86515. Telephone: 520-871-4941.
4. Reservations are required for boat rides so contact the commercial boat operator at Wahweap, Arizona.
   

GRAND CANYON TRAILS MEDAL

1. Complete one requirement from (a) and (b):
   1. Complete a RIM-to-RIM-to-RIM hike or three separate hikes in the Grand Canyon segments.
   2. Write an 800 word report on your hikes covering geology, plant and animal life of the area as you saw them; OR read a book on the Grand Canyon, which has been approved in advance by your unit leader as appropriate to your age and interests. Name the book you read on the application form submitted.
      
   
   NOTE: For San Diego – Imperial Council units, a Local Tour Plan is required for most treks originating from the South Rim. A National Tour Plan is required for treks originating or ending at the North Rim, Paria Canyon, or Rainbow Bridge.
   
   
2. Permits are difficult to obtain, so plan ahead.
   

HIGH SIERRA TRAIL (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Plan and complete a backpack on the designated High Sierra Trail from Sequoia Park’s Giant Forest (usually Crescent Meadows) to Whitney Portal in a minimum of six consecutive days.


2. Backpackers must:
   1. Present evidence of a recent medical examination that indicates physical fitness for this activity.
   2. Have completed at least three overnight conditioning backpacks within the 2 months preceding this trek. The first to be a training hike and the other two to be in the month before the trek. The last two shall be a minimum of 7 ½ hours scheduled backpack time in two consecutive days.
   
   
3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

HIKE IN A STATE PARK or ALONG THE FORMER CALIFORNIA RIDING and HIKING TRAIL (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Complete an overnight backpack of at least 7 hours scheduled backpack time.


2. The campsite and over half of the backpack must be in a State Park or along the former California Riding and Hiking Trail.


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   
   NOTE: The Camelback requirements permitting the use of feeder and other trails do not apply. The Cuyamaca Rancho and Anza-Borrego Desert are State Parks.
   

HIKE IN A NATIONAL FOREST (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Complete an overnight backpack of at least 7 hours scheduled backpack time, camping in a primitive campsite in the backcountry.


2. The campsite and over half of the backpack must be in a National Forest.


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   
   Note: The Cleveland National Forest is almost entirely within San Diego County and the boundaries are shown on most maps of the county.
   

HIKE IN A NATIONAL PARK or NATIONAL MONUMENT (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Complete an overnight backpack of at least 7 hours scheduled backpack time, camping in a primitive campsite in the backcountry.


2. The campsite and over half of the backpack must be in a National Park or National Monument.


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

HISTORIC TRAILS (National Council)

1. The unit must plan and participate in a historic activity.


2. Locate a historic trail or site and study information relating to it.


3. Hike or camp two consecutive days and one night along the trail or at or near the historic site.


4. Do one of the following:
   1. Cooperate with an adult group such as a Historical Society to restore or mark all or part of the trail or site.
   2. Cooperate with an adult group such as a Historical Society to plan and stage a historical pageant, ceremony, or other public event. Such an event shall be large enough to merit local press coverage. If (4b) is selected, attach the news clipping to the High Adventure Award Form.
      
   
   
5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

HOME TOWN HISTORIC SITES (Old Baldy Council)

1. Prepare a listing of local historical sites in or near your community which are of interest to your unit.


2. Plan and complete a hike of at least 5 miles (or 15 miles by bicycle) which includes a visit to at least five of the historical sites on your list.


3. Prepare a written hike/bike report including: Date of hike, names of participants, equipment carried, route description, and a brief description of the historical sites visited. Submit a copy with the award application.


4. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

JOHN MUIR (Los Angeles Council)

1. Plan and carry out a backpack of 6 consecutive days (5 for Venturers) with at least 25 hours scheduled backpack time on the John Muir Trail in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California.


2. Backpackers must:
   1. Present evidence of a recent medical examination that indicates physical fitness for this activity.
   2. Have completed a minimum of 3 conditioning backpacks within the 4 months preceding the trek, 2 of which must be within the 2 preceding months. These conditioning backpacks must each be a minimum of 7 ½ hours of scheduled backpack time in 2 consecutive days in the backcountry or in a wilderness area.
   
   
3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   
   NOTE 1: John Muir Trail segments may be earned for completing the following sections of the John Muir Trail and applicable feeder trails:
   1. North Lake to South Lake
   2. South Lake to Onion Valley
   3. Onion Valley to Mt. Whitney
   4. Yosemite Valley to Red’s Meadow
   5. Red’s Meadow to Rock Creek
   6. Rock Creek to North Lake
   
   
   NOTE 2: These segments may not be earned concurrently with the San Diego-Imperial Council High Sierra Backpack Indicator Segments. Only one segment may be earned per trek.
   

MINI-PEAK BAGGER (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Climb Peaks listed in the Los Angeles County Council Mini-Peak Bagger Award Booklet. Awards are earned when 8, 16 and 24 different peaks have been climbed. Any given peak may be counted only once for these awards.


2. Climb a maximum of two peaks per day and three per outing.


3. It is recommended that each Scout do 2 hours of work or study on an applicable merit badge or Scouting skill during each outing.


4. Each climber shall pack out trash picked up from the trail and campsites.


5. Perform 6 hours of approved trail or conservation work not applicable to any other award or for advancement, at any time independent of the peak climbs.


6. Maintain and submit with the awards application a roster for each participant which identifies the peak, date climbed, and Tour Permit number. Also, keep notes on date, location, and Tour Permit number for trail or conservation work.

Mt. BADEN-POWELL (California Inland Empire Council)

1. Climb up to the peak of Mt. Baden-Powell (9,399 feet).


2. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   

NOTE 1: There is no dependable water source at the trailhead or on the trail. Carry an adequate supply. The trail is not recommended for Cub or Tiger Scouts and is usually closed from November to June.

NOTE 2: A trail is located at Vincent Gap and is the most direct route to the Peak. It ascends 2,800 feet in 41 switchbacks and 4 miles to the peak. In places it is steep and dangerous and care should be taken not to leave the trail, dislodge rocks or cut switchbacks.

NOTE 3: General directions from San Diego: Take I-15 north to the Cajon Pass and exit Highway 138. Go left across the bridge and follow Highway 138 to Highway 2. Go west on Highway 2 past Wrightwood. From the Highway 138 / Highway 2 intersection, it is 19.5 miles to Vincent Gap. Look for the parking area and trailhead on the left.

PEAK BAGGER (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Climb 5, 10, 15, 20 or 25 different peaks from an approved Los Angeles Area Council list. Climb no more than 2 peaks on a short outing (less than 5 days) or more than 3 peaks on a long outing (5 or more days).


2. Earn 2 weekend backpack awards before climbing peaks to qualify for this award.


3. Pack out trash from the trail or campsite.


4. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

NOTE 1: Most of the approved peaks are in the Sierra Nevada and San Bernardino Mountains with elevations between 8,500 and 14,500 feet.

NOTE 2: Obtain the Los Angeles Area Council Peak Bagger Award booklet before planning your climbs.

POLAR BEAR (Los Padres Council)

1. Complete a hike that meets the Training Hike Requirements in an area covered with snow.


2. Each Polar Bear Hike shall be a wilderness overnight backpack of at least 4 hours scheduled backpack time (round trip).


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   
   

PUDDLE DUCK (Los Padres Council)

1. Get caught in the rain of at least ½ inch within a 2-day period when on a hike that qualifies for any other backpack award. This award is in addition to other earned awards.


2. Attach a statement to the award application to the effect that you were rained upon as required in item (1).


3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.
   
   

SAN BERNARDINO PEAK (California Inland Empire Council)

1. Complete a backpack of at least 2 consecutive days with the night’s camp at Columbine Springs, Limber Pine Bench or a campsite above 9,000 feet.


2. Climb to the summit of San Bernardino Peak (10,624 feet)


3. Participate in training and conditioning backpacks.


4. Scouts must be Second Class or higher.


5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid
   
   

SEVEN LEAGUE BOOT (Orange County Council)

1. This award may be earned concurrently with other High Adventure Awards and is a special cumulative backpacking distance award. (100, 200, 300, 400, 500, 750, 1000 mile segments).


2. All mileage must be on backpacks of 2 or more consecutive days with an overnight camp in a trail or primitive campsite, and must have complied with Area IV General Requirements.


3. Requests shall be verified from Unit records, Tour Permits (Plans), and High Adventure Backpack Awards. The information must be submitted in tabular form listing: Date, Tour Permit (Plan) number (imaginary numbers like 9999 are not acceptable), location of trek, High Adventure Award, mileage, or scheduled backpack hours.
   
   

SIERRA NORTH and SIERRA SOUTH (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Plan and complete a backpack of at least 25 hours in at least 5 consecutive days. An additional day for layover is recommended.


2. Backpackers must present evidence of a medical examination within one year prior to the trek.


3. Complete a minimum of 2 weekend backpacking award conditioning hikes within 90 days prior to the start of the hike.


4. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.


5. The backpack shall be made entirely within the specific area designated by the U.S. Geological Survey 15 minute topographical maps as follows:
   
   SIERRA NORTH
   Fallen Leaf Lake, Sierra Lake, Markleeville, Big Meadow, Dardanalles Cone, Sonora Pass, Fales Hot Springs, Pinecrest, Tower Peak, Matterhorn Peak, Eleanor, Hetch-Hetchy Reservoir, Tuolomne Meadows, Mono Craters, Yosemite, Merced Peak, Devil’s Postpile, Mt. Morrison, Kaiser Peak, Mt. Abbott, Mt. Tom.
   
   SIERRA SOUTH
   Mt. Tom, Mt. Abbott, Kaiser Peak, Big Pine, Mt. Goddard, Blackcap Mountain, Marion Peak, Huntington Lake, Mt.Pinchot, Tehipite Dome, Lone Pine, Mt. Whitney, Triple Divide Peak, Giant Forest, Olancha, Kern Peak, Mineral King, Kaweah, Monache Mountain, Hockett Peak, Kernville, Camp Nelson, Lamont Peak.
   
   

SNOW HIKING (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Take an overnight backpack of at least 5 miles in the backcountry or wilderness. Car camping does not qualify.


2. There must be snow on the trail and the campsite. NO EXCEPTIONS


3. Prepare at least 2 meals, supper and breakfast, in the trail campsite. Everything must be backpacked in, including food.


4. All backpackers must be 12 years of age or older and all must have earned the equivalent of 3 weekend (2 consecutive days and 1 night) backpacking awards.


5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

THREE DAY BACKPACK (Orange County Council)

1. Have previously earned at least 2 High Adventure Weekend Backpacking Awards.


2. Make a backpack of at least 12 hours scheduled backpack time in 3 consecutive days and 2 nights.


3. Camp in 2 separate campsites in the backcountry or primitive areas. The campsites must be at least 2 ½ hours scheduled backpack time from both the trailhead and pickup point.


4. Violation of any U.S. Forest Service, National Park, or State Park regulation disqualifies the entire group.


5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

TRAINING HIKE (Los Angeles Area Council)

1. Take an overnight backpack of at least 5 miles.


2. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

TRANS SIERRA TRAIL (Western Los Angeles County Council)

1. Plan and complete a backpack across the Sierra Nevada from east-to-west or west-to-east using existing trails where possible.


2. Minimum time on the trail to be 10 days and 9 nights and at least 50 hours.


3. A minimum of 75 percent of the group participants must have completed a previous long-term trip of 6 days and 5 nights with a minimum of 25 hours on the trail.


4. The itinerary and profile of the trip must be reviewed and approved by the High Adventure Team a minimum of 2 weeks in advance of the trip.


5. Recommended age is 12 or older. Each Scout participant must demonstrate the following skills or have earned the following merit badges: Camping, Cooking, Hiking, First Aid, and Swimming. Adults and Venturers must have the equivalent knowledge. The outing leader must verify compliance.


6. Complete a minimum of 3 conditioning hikes within 4 months prior to the trip at the approximate elevation of the Trans Sierra hike.


7. Complete an approved conservation or trail work project of 6 hours per participant. Show evidence of completion.


8. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

9 PEAKS HONOR AWARD (California Inland Empire Council)

1. Hike to the top of San Gorgonio and spend the night. Then climb the Nine Peaks of the San Gorgonio Massif in the following order: San Gorgonio (11,502 feet), Jepson (11,201 feet), Little Charlton (10,676 feet), Charlton (10,815 feet), Alta Diablo (10,430 feet), Shields (10,701 feet), Anderson (10,864 feet), San Bernardino East (10,691 feet), San Bernardino (10,624 feet). The trip may be done from San Bernardino Peak to San Gorgonio, if desired. There is no maximum time for the trip, but it must be done as a single trip with no resupply.


2. On each peak, inspect the peak box. Replenish paper and pen as necessary. Carry at least two pads of paper and pens. If any peak boxes are missing or damaged beyond usability, notify the California Inland Empire Council High Adventure Team.


3. Complete 2 Training Hike Awards and 1 Weekend Backpack Award.


4. Complete a mandatory shakedown backpack of a minimum 3 days and 2 nights carrying a full pack which must be at least 15 miles, of which at least 6 miles must be over 9,000 feet, within less than 1 month of the 9 Peaks backpack.


5. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

50 MILES AFOOT AND AFLOAT (National Council)

1. Make complete and satisfactory plans for the trip.


2. Cover wilderness trail, canoe, or boat route of not less than 50 consecutive miles, taking at least 5 consecutive days and nights to cover the trail or route.


3. During the time on the trail or waterway, each person must complete at least 10 hours of group work to improve the trail, springs, campsites, portages, or wilderness areas. Note that in public lands, authority must be obtained in advance for all work other than cleanup. The High Adventure Team Trail Boss Chairman can assist with making the necessary contacts and arrangements.


4. If it is not possible to complete 10 hours of work on the trail or waterway, a similar project may be completed in the Unit’s home area. Pack animals may only be used with the permission of the High Adventure Team.


5. For river trips, a powerboat may be used only as a safety boat, and in fact is so recommended, but it should be used for safety only. Any person who rides in, whose food or equipment is carried by, or whose craft is towed by a powerboat is immediately disqualified and shall not receive this award.


6. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.

14,495 CLUB – MT. WHITNEY CLIMB (Western Los Angeles County Council)

1. Each participant must:
   1. Have had a physical exam within 2 months prior to the climb.
   2. Have completed a minimum of 2 conditioning preparation hikes prior to the Mt. Whitney trip. One of these must have been taken during the month preceding the climb, and must be at an elevation in excess of 9,000 feet.
   3. Hike to and from the top of Mt. Whitney, involving at least three days, with two nights at a trail camp. At the top, take a photograph of the participants at the hut. It is not necessary to carry a pack on the portion of the trail involved in reaching the summit.
   4. Backpack carrying your own pack. Only those taking part in the entire trip – from planning to completion – will be eligible for the award. Do a Good Turn and each participant carry out approximately two pounds of trash, if possible.
   
   
2. Outing Leader must:
   1. Submit an itinerary showing hike plan, roster, pack list, and menu attached to the award form.
   2. Attach the photo from the top of Mt. Whitney to the award form.
   
   
3. Comply with the General Requirements of this Trek Aid.