Cub Scout Pack 631  -  Hike #4  -  February 2004
Castle Rock Park

When:             Sunday, February 22, 2004  from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Where:            Meet at Larkspur Elementary school parking lot at 1:00 pm.  We will leave the lot at 1:15 pm sharp to caravan to the hike.

The Trail:       The trail that winds up the side of the rock is a moderate to easy trail, but with any hike make sure you wear appropriate clothing for the climate, and always bring a water bottle to drink. Once you get to the end of the trail, and at the base of the rock you will find a bench to rest. Even if you don't think you need a rest the view from the base of the rock is great.

Directions:     To get to rock park from castle rock, turn east off Wilcox street onto Colorado 86, go over the railroad tracks and right away go north on High School road to park entrance.

Miscellaneous:          We plan to go only to the base of the ladder, if you really feel adventurous, it is still possible to hike to the top of castle rock. The hike is not very difficult and requires no special skills, but extreme caution should be used. There are no railings once on top, but the view is spectacular.  If you plan on proceeding to the top, you will do so at your own risk.   An adult member of the family, or specified guardian, must accompany the Scout on the hike.  We will raffle off several hike-related door prizes to Scouts during the hike.  Each Scout must turn in a completed and signed permission slip (below) to the Hikemaster on the day of the hike, before we leave the trailhead.  Be prepared for changing weather conditions and dress appropriately.  Bring your own water, trail snacks, sunscreen, hat, camera, fun attitude, etc...

Bad Weather Decision:        We try to hike regardless of the weather - rain, snow, wind or shine!  Only if we feel we would endanger the Scouts will we cancel the hike.  If there is any question that the hike will go as scheduled, you may call Rob Malsch 303-681-2653 by 12:00 noon on Sunday; otherwise, plan to meet at the school.

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PERMISSION  SLIP

I give permission for my son ______________________________ to attend the Cub Scout Pack 631 hike

on Sunday, February 22, 2004.  I understand that if I plan on proceeding to the top, I will do so at my own

risk.  I understand the group will leave Larkspur Elementary school at 1:15 pm, and return at approximately 3:00 pm.  In case of emergency, please contact:

_____________________________________  at  _____________________________  (phone)

Parent / Guardian Name:______________________________________________(please print)

Parent / Guardian Signature: ___________________________________________________