A successful Birchbark Expedition crew is well educated, organized and properly equipped. Here you will find a library of useful educational, informational and recruiting materials, helpful in developing and executing a successful Birchbark Expedition Adirondack Adventure.
Program Promotional Materials
Useful materials to promote and educate your troop or crew about the various programs offered by Birchbark Expeditions.
 | Program Tri-fold BrochureTri-fold brochure PDF providing a general overview of the Birchbark Expeditions Adirondack Adventure program, designed for first-timers looking to experience canoe tripping on primarily flat water in New York's Adirondack Park. This piece is intended as a promotional piece, ideal as a "take home" flier for scouts. |
Expedition Planning Materials
 | Advisor HandbookDesigned for the Birchbark Expedition crew advisor, the Advisor Handbook includes the following materials:
Each paid crew receives an updated a printed copy at the first Advisor Orientation session. |
NOTE: The following materials are password protected. If you need help with access, send a note to: birchbark@wnyscouting.org
 | Canoe Tripping Handbook (aka The Voyageur Handbook)The Canoe Tripping Handbook is the “bible” of training skills and resources needed to prepare your crew for a successful Birchbark Expedition. Skills covered include:
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Forms and Planning Worksheets:
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| Crew Roster Worksheet (XLS)Use to collect participant information in preparation for your crew on-line registration. Download as a PDF |
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| Trail Menu Planning WorksheetUsed to select crew menu choices and indicate and special needs/concerns. Completed worksheets can be submitted soon after the first Advisor Orientation meeting, but no later than March 1st. |
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| Informed Consent, Release Agreement and Authorization Form (aka Health Form)To be completed by every participant and reviewed with their doctor. Also include a copy of the BBX Risk Advisory when discussing with your doctor. |
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Program Videos:
You can find all the training and expeditions videos on the Birchbark Expeditions YouTube Channel
Program overview and plan for 2024:
Expedition video of Troop 483's trek in Algonquin:
Looking for something else?
Let us know what you would like to see here by sending an email to: birchbark@wnyscouting.org