Packing. The camp provided the basics, but the student packing list should be blunt about sleep: bring a sleeping bag, a personal pillow and a light blanket. Add closed-toe shoes, a water bottle that is easy to identify, a camp chair, sunscreen and any tools or tool belts the student owns.
Pre-work. Students received a suggested pre-learning packet that included the free federal ICS 100 and 700 courses. Leadership recommends moving more there next time, including the Be 2 Weeks Ready videos, so that camp time goes to hands-on work.
The call-out. The scenario starts before arrival. The day before camp, the camp notified students that an earthquake had occurred and that it was calling them up. The daily agenda describes the Sunday afternoon call-out announcing the muster.
Muster. On arrival, staff screened for contraband, collected a student contact form and a signed conduct agreement, and explained the going-home process for serious violations. An amnesty box with name tags, under a counselor’s watch, let students turn in prohibited items without consequence.