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Recommendations for managing coronavirus risk when planning a unit trip to Martin Scout Ranch.  Please call Carl Imhoff at 509.531.6864 if you have questions.

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NO CAMPOUTS ARE ALLOWED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE - THIS WILL BE REVISITED WEEKLY BASED ON GOVERNMENT AND LOCAL HEALTH MANDATES IN BOTH WASHINGTON AND OREGON. (updated 06/22/20)

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1. Units are accountable for the decision to hold outdoor event.

2. Have thermometers to monitor unit health and watch for symptoms within your group.

3. Have masks for individuals in case someone presents symptoms that merit they use a mask to protect other unit participants.

4. Have a plan for evacuation and return should an individual present fever.  You would want sufficient vehicle capacity so you can limit the exposure of others during the return drive.

5. Bring disposable nitrile gloves for one handed protection in use of water spigots and porta potties. Adult leaders should manage distribution and disposal of the gloves.

6. Plan for a hand washing station in unit campsite . Unit adults should oversee hand washing training and conformance.

7. Suggest you consider nonstop transportation to and from MSR as Pendleton and Hermiston have each had cases of COVID19 (Umatilla County has 281 cases as of 06/22/20).

8. The MSR Camp host will have bleach cleaning products to periodically (4 times daily) sanitize water spigots and portable toilettes.

9. MSR will monitor public health guidance from Oregon officials regarding health system guidance ..... units should monitor guidance in their home towns and with the Blue Mountain Council. 

10. This message will be updated periodically.  If you need more information, contact Carl Imhoff, 509-531-6864.