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• Whitewater Policy: The running of rapids, whitewater or
waterfalls is prohibited. All Northern Tier crews will
portage around all falls, rapids, fast water, etc. During
times of unusually high water it will be necessary to be very
careful and watchful while traveling.
• Rock Throwing: Rock throwing is prohibited.
• Solo Canoeing: There will be no solo canoeing. There must
be a minimum of two canoes at all times with 2 canoeists
in each canoe.
• Boots and Shoes: You must wear boots or shoes in all
wilderness trail campsites, while canoeing, swimming,
fishing, etc. Bare feet and under-protected feet are a
major cause of foot injuries.
• Tobacco: The use of tobacco is never permitted within the
line of sight of youth. No smoking is permitted in any
Northern Tier building or vehicle. Each base has a single
established tobacco use area.
• Alcohol and Drugs: Possession or use of alcoholic
beverages, illegal drugs or misuse of prescribed drugs is
prohibited. Groups or individuals found in violation of this
national policy of the Boy Scouts of America will be sent
home immediately, as arranged with the council office or
parent.
• Firearms and Fireworks: Shooting firearms are not allowed
at Northern Tier. Do not bring firearms or archery
equipment with you. Fireworks are a safety hazard and are
prohibited by Northern Tier National High Adventure.
Leave them at home.
• Youth Protection Policy and Abuse: Boy Scouts of America’s
Youth Protection Policies must be adhered to. No one-on-
one activities between youth and adults are allowed. The
BSA two deep leader policies must be followed. No youth
and adults are allowed in the same tents. Physical, sexual
or emotional abuse (including hazing) of a camper by his or
her peers or by adult leaders is unacceptable anywhere.
Reporting of abuse is the law. The local, county, state or
provincial authorities as well as the BSA Council
representatives will be contacted if abuse is suspected.
• Forest Fires: Our forests are a beautiful and valuable
heritage. If you spot a fire or think you have, report it to