OREGON CONFERENCE TLT CONVENTION 2019 Camp Angelos, Corbit, OR Jan. 25 27, 2019 TABLE OF CONTENTS This document can be viewed on-line at www.oregonpathfinders.org Cover Page & Table of Contents... 1 Planning Information... 2-3 Preliminary Schedule... 4 Preliminary Workshops... 5 Club Registration Form... 6 Permission & Medical Consent Form... 7 What to Bring List... 8 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 1
PLANNING INFORMATION DATE We invite you to the upcoming Teen Leadership Training Convention Jan. 25-27, 2019. ATTENDANCE All TLT Pathfinders & Mentors registered with the Conference Pathfinder office. All Conference Coordinators are urged to attend. Because this weekend is an intensive training weekend and there is no programming for younger children, it is encouraged that they do not attend. CONVENTION LOCATION Address: 32149 SE Stevens Road, Corbett, OR 97019 Phone: (503) 695-5888 Website: www.campangelos.org Location: For a map go to Google Maps and type in the address COSTS The cost per person: $75 per person for the weekend INDUCTION There will be a TLT Induction / Investiture service on Sabbath. If TLTs have family members that would like to come let them know they are invited. If they would like to stay for supper you must contact the Pathfinder office by the registration deadline with their meal plans. There is no cost to guests who stay for this meal. They should plan on arriving just before 3pm and Supper will conclude around 6pm. PLEASE Note: Induction is a special event, please stress to your inductees, Full Class A Uniform is required! LODGING TLTs and Mentors will be staying in cabins separated by gender. Cabins have bunk bed-style sleeping and restroom with shower in an adjacent building. Bring your own sleeping bag, pillow, towels, toiletry items, etc. Please check your housing preference on the Club Registration Form. MEALS The registration fee includes 5 meals (Friday supper Sunday breakfast) and a sack Sunday lunch. For special diets it is recommended you bring some of your own food that can be microwaved to supplement the menu provided. M&M MEETING PREP Each returning TLT must bring their TLT Manual with the Operational Evaluation page that specifies the assignments they planned with their Mentor at Leaders Convention. The Operational Evaluation pages need to have checked off the items your TLT has completed. 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 2
TLT s NEED TO GRING THEIR COMPLETED LAB HOURS FORMS TO THEIR FIRST M&M MEETING! MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS If you have TLTs that play musical instruments encourage them to bring them. There are TLTs and Staff who are bringing guitars. We will enjoy playing, singing, and worshipping together. PATHFINDER STORE AT TLT CONVENTION TLT ITEMS & RESOURCES TLTs & Mentors may purchase the following TLT items at the TLT Convention. Required Items: $5.00 TLT Manual $11.00 TLT braided cord, (worn by TLTs, optional for Mentors) $8.00 TLT T-shirt (worn by TLTs at Conference Events & when Club Director allows) Optional Items: $3.00 TLT Pin (worn by TLTs and Mentors) $2.50 TLT Sleeve Strip Patch for right sleeve (worn by TLTs, optional for Mentors) $5.00 TLT Oval Patch for sash (worn by TLTs and Mentors) $22.00 TLT Polo Shirt (worn by Mentors at Conf. Events & when Club Director allows) PERMISSION & MEDICAL CONSENT FORM A completed PERMISSION MEDICAL CONSENT FORM must be on site for each person attending who is under 18 years of age. PETS No pets are allowed to be brought to the camp. PRE-REGISTRATION You must Pre-register for this Convention no later than January 14, 2019 by mailing or faxing the CLUB REGISTRATION FORM to the Pathfinder office as indicated on the form. You will pay the Registration Fees at the TLT Convention. You do not need to pay now. We must have your information by the deadline to plan for meals and workshop resources. WEEKEND ATTIRE Friday Field Uniform (club or district) Sabbath Field Uniform and Class-A Uniform (see Preliminary Schedule for details) Sunday TLT Uniform (TLT shirt) PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE & WORKSHOPS TLTs will be assigned to the workshops they need for them to complete the TLT program. WHAT TO BRING See attached WHAT TO BRING LIST Cell phones are permitted for emergency purposes only (may not have coverage). Video games and Music players with headphones/ear buds are not permitted. Please inform your TLTs ahead of time. 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 3
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE Friday 5:00 pm Arrival begins follow signs to registration area (no arrivals before 5:00 pm) 6:00-7:00 SUPPER 7:00-7:30 Mentors & Staff Meeting TLT Program Orientation Teens 7:40-8:15 Opening Ceremonies & Worship 8:20-9:20 M&M evaluation session Get Acquainted games for new TLT s 9:20-9:50 Personal Safety with Ray Cabin Time All Quiet by 10:10 pm Sabbath 8:00 am TLT Meeting (Field Uniform) Mentors & Staff Meeting 8:30-9:30 BREAKFAST 9:30- Flag Raising (Field Uniform) 9:45-12:00 Worship & Leadership Team Activities 12:15 pm LUNCH (change into Class A uniform) 1:30-2:30 Leadership Training Workshop #1 2:30-3:00 Investiture preparation 3:00-4:30 TLT Induction / Investiture Service/ TLT Challenge (Class-A Uniform) 4:30 Flag Lowering 5:00-6:00 SUPPER Pathfinder Store open 6:00-7:00 Leadership Training Workshop #2 7:15-8:15 Leadership Training Workshop #3 8:30-10:00 Games & More 10:15 Cabin Time All Quiet by 10:30 pm Sunday 8:00 am TLT Meeting (Field Uniform) Mentors & Staff Meeting 8:30-9:30 BREAKFAST Pay Convention fees & Pathfinder Store accounts 9:30-10:00 Morning Worship 10:10-11:10 Leadership Training Workshop #4 11:15-12:15 M&M Planning Session 12:30 Camp Clean-up & head home by 1:30 pm 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 4
WORKSHOPS Offered at TLC Administrative Operations Outreach Operations Teaching Operations Activities Operations Records Operations Counselor Operations Mentoring Operations TLT Specialization Operations 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 5
CLUB REGISTRATION FORM Return to Oregon Pathfinder Office no later than January 14, 2019 Club Name: Club/TLT Director: Date: Phone: Refer to the PLANNING INFORMATION page for additional registration info and cost options. Please list names of everyone attending Check One Check One Names (Please print neatly) M F Teen Staff Fee Total Due Estimated arrival time pm. Registration Fees to be paid at TLT Convention: Pre-Registration is $75 per person (covers 2 nights lodging & 5 meals) Make check payable to Oregon Conference and bring to the TLT Convention. This Registration Form must be returned to the Pathfinder office by Jan. 14 for participation. Send to: Oregon Pathfinders, 19800 Oatfield Road, Gladstone, OR 97027 Fax to: 503-850-3421 Email to: desiree.rinza@oc.npuc.org 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 6
PERMISSION & MEDICAL CONSENT FORM Oregon Conference Pathfinders Name Age Birth Date M F Address Phone City State Zip Code Club Grade in school Parent / Legal Guardian(s) Name (Father) (Mother) Event Participation I understand that I am required to give my consent before my child can participate in this event. By signing this form, I hereby represent that I am the custodial parent or legal guardian of the child listed below and that I consent to my child s participation in this event, including transportation to and from the event (if applicable). Event: Pathfinder Teen Leadership Training Convention Event Date: Jan. 25 27, 2019 Event Location: CAMP ANGELOS 32149 S.E. Stevens Road, Corbett, Or. 97019 Medical Permission I give permission for adult leaders/volunteers to administer emergency treatment, contact emergency personnel, and act in my stead in approving necessary medical care until I can reasonably be contacted. I understand that should any medical bills be incurred, our family s insurance(s) may be used and the Oregon Conference general liability insurance (Risk Management) is limited in amount up to a maximum of $5,000 for one year from the injury. Family Insurance Company: Family Insurance Policy Number: Allergies: Please list all allergies your child has: Medications: Please list all medications your child takes: Physical Conditions: Please list any conditions that limit your child s participation in this event: Please list any dietary requirements and/or allergies that must be observed: I, on behalf of myself, my spouse, next of kin, executors, heirs, assigns, or anyone else who might claim or sue on my or my child s behalf, fully release and agree not to sue the Oregon Conference of Seventh-day Adventists and any of its agents, employees, and/or volunteers from any and all liability, including but not limited to any claims, losses, or liabilities due to death, personal injury, disability, property damage, medical expenses, and/or theft, that may arise from or relate to my child s participation in the event, including transportation to and from the event and any provision of medical care. (Parent/Guardian Signature) (Date) (Parent/Guardian Name please print) (Cell or Daytime Phone) (Nighttime Phone) 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 7
WHAT TO BRING LIST Be prepared for all kinds of weather!??! (Cold, colder, coldest) Class-A dress Uniform Club T-shirts TLT T-shirt (if you have one) Warm Clothing Warm Weather-proof Jacket Gloves Hat Raincoat Hiking Shoes Towel & Washcloth Personal Toiletries Permission & Medical Consent Form Warm Sleeping Bag Extra Blanket (for cold nights) Pillow Musical Instrument & Music Flashlight Camera (optional) Pathfinder Bible (or regular Bible) TLT Notebook (returning TLTs) TLT Manual (returning TLTs) Pens or Pencils Paper A Cheerful Spirit Do not Bring Junk Food Music Player with headphones/ear buds Video Games What my Club should Bring Pathfinders Health Records Club First Aid Kit 12/04/2018 (revision date) Oregon Pathfinders Handbook TLT Convention - 8