The Big Five

Involvement in any of the Big Five will result in your being sent home immediately (with no refund).

1. Participating in or encouraging immoral behavior of any kind, which includes breaking the law of chastity and viewing pornography in any form.
2. Shoplifting, theft, or vandalism of any kind.
3. Breaking the Word of Wisdom, including the possession of illegal substances.
4. Possession of weapons or firearms of any kind.
5. Doing anything harmful to yourself or others physically, spiritually, or emotionally.

Please be advised that all crimes and incidents or pranks of a harmful or destructive nature will be reported to local authorities. Consequences resulting from actions taken by local authorities are out of our control.

Dress and Appearance

All participants agree to comply with the CES Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations sections of the BYU Honor Code. If youth are not appropriately dressed, they may be asked to change.

• “Be modest in fit and style. Dressing in a way that would cover the temple garment is a good guideline, whether or not one has been endowed. Accommodation may be made for athletic participation.”
• “Be neat and clean. Sloppy, overly casual, ragged, or extreme clothing is not acceptable.”

"As you make decisions about your clothing, hairstyle, and appearance, ask yourself, 'Am I honoring my body as a sacred gift from God?' Heavenly Father wants us to see each other for who we really are: not just physical bodies but His beloved children with a divine destiny." (churchofjesuschrist.org)

For activities where Sunday dress is required, wear clothing that shows respect for the Lord and yourself. Dress appropriately, as you would when attending Sacrament services. This does not apply to any adventure sessions

Guidelines for Youth with Dietary, Medical, Emotional, and Behavioral Needs

Responsibilities of the parent or guardian of a registered youth:

• Parent or guardian must inform the office of specific medical, dietary, behavioral, and other needs and conditions that require special accommodations at least 30 days prior to attending. This will allow the office time to determine the extent of our ability to reasonably provide the requested accommodations.
• The ability to accommodate special needs and conditions may vary depending on the session location. As a result, it is important that participants needing special accommodations give notice of those needs as soon as possible.
• Failure to contact and allow the office sufficient time to provide reasonable accommodations for special needs and conditions may result in our inability to do so.
• Parents who request an accommodation for their youth must visit with Health Coordinators during Monday Check-in to review needs and concerns.
• A participant exhibiting non-compliant, disruptive, or aggressive behavior will be sent home immediately at the parent’s expense.

During the registration process, the parent or guardian agrees to the following:

“By submitting this form I certify that I approve of my youth’s attendance at a BYU youth program and certify that he or she is in good health and able to participate in the program activities. I give my consent for my son or daughter to receive the medical attention that may be required in the event of illness or accident while attending the program, and I agree to be responsible for any expenses incurred for such treatment.”

Youth attending must be able to care for their individual needs, including the ability to:

• dress and feed themselves without help
• control and administer his or her own medications
• follow directions and participate in program activities
• act respectfully toward others by exhibiting appropriate social interactions

Youth with the following restrictions are ineligible to register:

• currently on probation or parole
• has committed a sexual-offense type of felony, whether convicted or not

For any inquiries, requests of accommodations, or questions, please contact us at 801-422-5841.

For Adventure Sessions

All participants agree to comply with the CES Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations sections of the BYU Honor Code. If youth are not appropriately dressed, they may be asked to change.

• “Be modest in fit and style. Dressing in a way that would cover the temple garment is a good guideline, whether or not one has been endowed. Accommodation may be made for athletic participation.”
• “Be neat and clean. Sloppy, overly casual, ragged, or extreme clothing is not acceptable.”

"As you make decisions about your clothing, hairstyle, and appearance, ask yourself, 'Am I honoring my body as a sacred gift from God?' Heavenly Father wants us to see each other for who we really are: not just physical bodies but His beloved children with a divine destiny." (churchofjesuschrist.org)

All packing should be portable by youth in one trip if possible (think backpack and duffle bag, not suitcase)

• Underclothing for five days
• Clothing you can move and be comfortable in (moisture wicking is preferred). Cotton is preferred in the evenings.
  • When climbing, long hair must be tied back. Form fitting and longer shorts preferred to protect bare skin from climbing harness irritation.
• Swim wear.
  • For water days, provided quick-dry shirts will be worn for sun protection. athletic shorts recommended for young women to wear over swim wear, especially when river rafting.
• Water bottle and/or hydration pack (we will provide a 2 liter hydration pack for every youth, though you are welcome to bring your own, if you prefer).
• Socks
• Sunscreen
• Personal toiletry items: deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, etc.
  • avoid strong scents in Maple Dell to not attract bears into camp.
• Shoes—
  • Comfortable outdoor closed-toe shoes. (Don’t purchase new hiking boots and try to break them in at camp. Bring shoes that are already broken in but still have good grip for climbing and hiking.) Closed toed shoes required for all activities outside the water.
  • Water shoes or sandals that strap and securely stay on your feet (for water use).
• Towel
• Camping/travel pillow
• Warm sleeping bag
  • All participants will stay in tents for Adventure sessions
• Insect repellent
• High protein and salty snacks
• Flashlight
• Jacket for nights and mornings
• Warm sweats for sleeping (nights can be cold)
• Scriptures (hard copy), Standards for Youth pamphlet, journal (if desired), pen/pencil (hydration backpack provided)
• Personal medications (prescriptions, cough drops, etc.)
• Optional: padded biking shorts (can get saddle sore easily if not accustomed to mountain biking), mountain biking gloves (very helpful to avoid blisters), sunglasses, chap stick, inexpensive camera, backup phone charger (there are no outlets to charge phones—electricity is not available so participants are encouraged to "cut-the-wire" (i.e. turn off their phones) during their stay to maximize their experience), and spending money.

While Adventure sessions take place at a rustic camping environment, there will be ample portable bathrooms available to men and women and a shower facility. Since the showers are limited, a schedule will be in place that will allow every participant the opportunity to shower at least once.

For Other Sessions

All participants agree to comply with the CES Dress and Grooming Principles and Expectations sections of the BYU Honor Code. If youth are not appropriately dressed, they may be asked to change.

• “Be modest in fit and style. Dressing in a way that would cover the temple garment is a good guideline, whether or not one has been endowed. Accommodation may be made for athletic participation.”
• “Be neat and clean. Sloppy, overly casual, ragged, or extreme clothing is not acceptable.”

"As you make decisions about your clothing, hairstyle, and appearance, ask yourself, 'Am I honoring my body as a sacred gift from God?' Heavenly Father wants us to see each other for who we really are: not just physical bodies but His beloved children with a divine destiny." (churchofjesuschrist.org)

CASUAL CLOTHING FOR FIVE DAYS

• nice pants, jeans, or shorts
• shirts
• comfortable shoes for walking (there’s lots of walking)
• closed-toe shoes (required for games night; optional for dances)                    
• pajamas

SUNDAY DRESS CLOTHING (ONE SET for Habits for Life and Mission Ready, and TWO SETS for Special Edition sessions)

Young Women

• dress or skirt and blouse
• dress shoes (no flip-flops with Sunday dress)

Young Men

• slacks and collared, button-up shirt
• tie
• dress shoes (no flip-flops with Sunday dress)

OTHER ITEMS

• Linens and towels (varies by session; check your session event site)
• Water bottle—important to stay hydrated
• Personal toiletry items—sunscreen, toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, shampoo, etc.
• Personal medications—prescriptions, cough drops, etc.
• Spending money—for snacks, incidentals, or emergencies
• Scriptures—hard copy or electronic, Standards for Youth pamphlet, journal (if desired), pen/pencil (hydration pack provided)
• Snacks for free time and after evening activities
• Variety Show props, costumes, instruments, etc., for participants (bring at your own risk)

We strongly discourage participants from bringing electronic devices (laptops, tablets, gaming systems, etc.). We cannot guarantee the security of these items, and participants have little free time in which to use them. In-line skates, skateboards, hoverboards, and other athletic equipment are not allowed.

• Label your luggage to avoid confusion and mix-ups.
• Double-check your packing list to make sure you have everything you need.

Parents (or legal guardians) are responsible for getting youth to and from the programs. For details, check on the home page or event site for your specific session.

Check-in and check-out for Adventure sessions in Moab and Maple Dell will take place at BYU. All other session will check-in near or at the location of the session. Please check the event site for addresses and locations. 

Cell phones are allowed, but they must only be used in appropriate ways and at appropriate times. A cell phone may be used to access scriptures and gospel study resources. Participants should show courtesy and respect by following the guidelines listed below:

• Silence your cell phone during activities so it is not a distraction.
• Do not use your phone’s camera feature to distract or interrupt others.
• Never use your phone to view or share anything inappropriate.

We recommend NOT sending letters or packages to participants. If essential medications or items are forgotten, please contact the session site office and make arrangements with the staff. For birthdays or other special occasions, consider putting a note or surprise in your youth’s suitcase instead of sending a package or card. Delivering personal mail and nonessential, nonemergency items uses the valuable time of our staff and can disrupt the schedule. We appreciate your cooperation.

Lunch is not provided on Monday. Dinnertime is typically in the late afternoon, followed by energetic activities, so the youth may get hungry in the evening. They can bring snacks or buy them during free time.

Parents of participants have full responsibility for insurance coverage and payment of any medical expenses.

For any health issues, the office contacts parents immediately regarding medical care for accident or illness. 

BYU is not a licensed ambulance or transport agency. Utah law requires individuals being transported to the emergency room by an entity to be transported by a licensed ambulance. As such, BYU is required to call an ambulance when a participant needs to be transported to an emergency room.

Consistent with BYU policy and the requirements of many state laws, staff personnel report to law enforcement or other applicable state agencies instances in which staff personnel have reason to believe that a child has been subjected to abuse or neglect. Staff personnel may also report to parents, law enforcement, or other applicable state agencies instances where staff personnel have reason to believe that a participant has engaged in self-harm.

Youth are expected to show respect for themselves and others. They are to be polite and kind to all campus employees and other youth. Bullying will not be tolerated. Youth represent themselves, the program, their family, and the Church.

Participants’ health and safety is the first priority! Youth are not allowed to do anything to harm themselves or others, including climbing trees, doing flips or gymnastics, or jumping out of windows. As a general rule, your head needs to stay above your feet.

Participants are liable and will be billed for damage to rooms, property, or equipment.

The program is not liable for any personal items that are lost or damaged during the session. We strongly recommend that expensive devices and equipment be left at home.

Participants housed in dorms are responsible for returning their housing keys at check out. There is no grace period for returning keys as universities charge the program the cost of rekeying immediately after each session. The charge for missing keys can vary from $10 to $150 per key, depending on the location.

We strongly encourage youth to make every effort to gather all personal items before leaving the session. Any personal items found at the end of a session will be discarded or donated to campus or a charitable organization.