A Salute to Jack: Mystic

The first tier of the "Jack Legacy" awards in 2026 is titled Mystic, honoring the thoughtful and wise wizards protecting camp this summer. The expectations are detailed below for both youth and adults. Scouts can place their scoresheets in the designated box in the Dining Hall after completing the award's requirement.

All earning the Mystic award patch will be recognized at Friday night's campfire. 

Youth Requirements: 

1. Earn a score of 90% or higher on uniform inspection.
   • Why? Jack was a stickler for uniforming. He required his troop and the camp staff to be in near perfect uniform and made sure patches were in their appropriate places. We'll have staff ready to do inspections on Monday while you're in line for dinner (and at other times). 
2. Score a win or secure a top spot in an event. Either be part of the team that earns your house 1st or 2nd place in any one of Monday's events OR play on a house quadball team that finishes in the top 3 OR help cook for your troop and place in the top 10 for the Great Feast. 
   • Why? We want you to entertain us and do your best. 
3. Compete/perform in one of the following: Yule Ball, Flying Monkeys, or the Triathlon. 
   • Why? You can't enjoy camp or our competitions if you don't try!
4. Build a Wizard-themed gateway with your troop. 
5. Earn (or have earned) at least one of the following badges that'll help defeat the dark wizard: Orienteering, Chemistry, First Aid, Woodcarving, Signs, Signals, & Codes, Nature, and Archaelogy.
   • Why? They'll help you on your journey!
6. Introduce yourself/talk to 2 of the 3 Youth Staff Leaders (there is a SPL/ and two ASPLs)
   • Why? Jack was always connecting with people at camp and we want you to do the same. Get to know the youth staff that are in charge of our fun activities, campfires, and such-- maybe even ask them about what it would be like to join the staff! 

Adult Requirements: 

1. Complete 3 hours of service to Camp Barnhardt beyond your Scoutmaster role either during your week of camp or on Beaver Day.
   • Why? Jack said "when they can't afford your help, do it for free."
2. Earn a score of 90% or higher on uniform inspection.
   • Why? Jack was a stickler for uniforming. He required his troop and the camp staff to be in near perfect uniform and made sure patches were in their appropriate places. We'll have staff ready to do inspections on Monday while you're in line for dinner (and at other times). 
3. Introduce yourself to 4 of the key adult staff (Camp Dir., Program Dir, Health Officer, H.L., Ranger, and/or Commissioner). 
   • Our staff needs to know you in order to make your camp stay the best it can be. 
4. Your troop wins the ______ (spirit recognition) at an assembly. 
   • Why? Scout spirit is important. It's your job as leader to inpire youth to get into the camp theme. Show us how glad you are to be here and have the other troops choose to recognize you! 
5. Post on Facebook or Instagram (tagging us) a photo, video, or image that shows your guess for the 2027 theme. Tell us why you think that's what we've picked (or what we should pick in the future).
   • While we've already got 2027 planned, we may postpone that theme if you convince us of another great one! We'll reveal our theme at camp on August 29th at the Program Release Party. Join us back at camp that day for the big reveal!

Staff/Alumni Requirements (do one of the following): 

1. Volunteer for four program days total in 2026 between summer camp, winter camp, cub camp, and program release)
   • Why? Jack said "when they can't afford your help, do it for free." 
2. Work at least 3 full weeks as a paid staff member, completing all assignments on time and fulfilling all job expectations.
3. Complete remote support tasks worthy of recognition (e.g., assisting with camp design, paperwork, promotions, etc.)