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Boy Scout Camp Manual
Summer 2013
• Camp Joy June 9-29
• Camp Sunnen July 7-20
Dear Scout Leader:
Thank you for selecting one of our Council camps as your Troop’s choice for long-term summer camp. The
Lewis & Clark Council camps are here to help you deliver a complete program to the Scouts of your Troop.
We have been working hard to continue to upgrade our facilities and the program to better serve you and
your scouts, and look forward to a great summer.
The staff is a highly motivated group of young men and women who have all made sacrifices to be at camp.
They wish to help, that is why they are here. Your Scouts experience is our number one priority; working
together the staff, adult leaders and council can ensure a mountaintop experience. The Lewis & Clark
Council works all year to make your stay fun, rewarding and safe.
Occasionally, Merit Badge sessions will be limited in size. In cases where the session size is limited we will
make every attempt to accommodate the Scout. Scouts must register for the ATV program online for 1 of
the 16 slots each week. To register please visit http://lewisandclarkbsa.kintera.org/13atv, this link will also
be posted on the Summer Camp page of the website on April 1st. Scouts who are beyond the size threshold
may be able to participate is slots open up at camp.
If you follow the simple steps as outlined in this Leader’s Guide and familiarize yourself with it, we will be
better prepared to help you and your Scouts have one of the most memorable experiences of their lives.
There is no need to register for Merit Badges before camp! Each unit will be able to sign their scouts up
simply by turning in a Merit Badge card for each session during the Sunday Night leaders meeting. Merit
Badge cards should include the scouts name, troop number, district, merit badge and the session the scout
will be attending (listed on the counselor’s record portion of the card).
If you have any questions about the summer camp program, please attend the Leaders Meeting at 2:00 on
Saturday April 13th at Camp Joy or contact Council Program Director Ben Blumenberg at
[email protected].
Thank You for choosing Lewis & Clark Council for 2013.
Yours in Scouting,
Elisa
Brian
Elisa D’Antonio
Council Vice-President of Camping
Brian Chapman
Council Boy Scout Camping Chairman
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Scoutmaster / SPL Checklist
PRIOR TO CAMP
Attend Summer Camp Leader Meeting April 13th 2:00 PM at Camp Joy.
Provide Scouts and Parents with Merit Badge Schedule and map to camp.
Collect and review Parts A, B & C of BSA Medical form 680-001 from every Scout and Adult. The
form and info can be found at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx. This
is the only health form that can be accepted; No School Forms can be accepted!
Pay full fee by May 1st to earn the Discounted Camp Rate.
Fill out the Unit Roster in this packet including all Scouts and Adults who will attend camp.
Pay balance of fees at least 2 weeks prior to arrival at camp.
Out of Council Troops – Bring Tour Plan, Proof of Insurance and OA Request for Callout.
UPON ARRIVAL AT CAMP
Troops should plan to arrive at camp between 1:00 and 2:00 PM, no earlier.
Scoutmaster and Senior Patrol Leader meet Campsite Host at check-in station near front gate.
Weather permitting; Troops will have to opportunity to drive 1 vehicle to the campsite to unload
gear. Vehicles should be moved to the parking lot immediately after unloading.
Medical recheck takes place on the campsite by the Campsite Host, an adult member of the staff, and
an adult leader of the troop. Medical forms should remain at the campsite during check-in.
The unit leader should check in at the camp office between 1:00 and 2:00 PM with the following:
o Any fees that still need to be paid.
o Receipts of fees paid at the council service center.
o Troop roster listing Scouts and adults — including names, email addresses, phone numbers,
and ages.
o Names and breakdown of patrols — Scouts and adults — for the food count.
o Tour Plan (Out of Council Units).
o Completed Merit Badge Blue Cards.
o Copy of Troops OA election form.
o Copy of Tribe of Mannaseh nomination forms (Joy only)
SUMMER CAMP GOALS
Summer camp is a unique opportunity for Scouts to develop as individuals and as a group. Scouts
who attend summer camp will:
o Have the opportunity to try something new
o Be immersed in the patrol method
o Learn from personal experience what living the Scout Oath and Law looks like
o Experience the fun and adventure of Scouting while having the opportunity to advance
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Table of Contents
2013 Camp Fees ............................................................................................................................... 5
Program Fees ................................................................................................................................... 5
Refund Policy .................................................................................................................................. 5
Visitor Meals .................................................................................................................................... 5
Out of Council Troops ...................................................................................................................... 6
Leadership ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Troop Equipment ............................................................................................................................ 7
Personal Equipment ........................................................................................................................ 8
Health & Safety ............................................................................................................................... 9
Safety Precautions ..........................................................................................................................10
Safety Procedures & Discipline........................................................................................................11
Youth Protection ............................................................................................................................12
Check in / Check Out .......................................................................................................................13
Office / Trading Post Hours.............................................................................................................14
Leader Training Opportunities ........................................................................................................15
Sunday Schedule .............................................................................................................................16
Summer Camp Program / Promotion ..............................................................................................17
Camp Staff ......................................................................................................................................18
Camp Schedule ................................................................................................................................18
Older Scout Program.......................................................................................................................19
Troop Time Activities ................................................................................................................ 19-20
Meal Procedures ..............................................................................................................................21
Menu ...............................................................................................................................................22
Advancement at Camp ....................................................................................................................23
Merit Badge Cards...........................................................................................................................24
Merit Badge Prerequisites / Program Requirements ................................................................... 24-28
Order of the Arrow ..................................................................................................................... 29-30
Tribe of Mannaseh ..........................................................................................................................31
Honor Troop Program ....................................................................................................................32
Summer Camp Pre-order Form .......................................................................................................33
Camp Sunnen Equipment Request ..................................................................................................34
Payment Calculator ........................................................................................................................35
Camp History & Maps ............................................................................................................... 36-38
Camp-wide Schedule .......................................................................................................................39
Merit Badge Schedule......................................................................................................................40
Valiant Quest Schedule ...................................................................................................................41
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General Information
2013 CAMP FEES
Scout Fees
$240 per Scout. A $20 savings applies to all Scouts who are paid in full by May 1st Camper Savings Day. Webelos who
cross over after May 1st can take advantage of the $20 camper savings by paying their full camp fee by June 1st.
Leader Fees
One adult leader is free with five paid Scouts; an additional free leader is awarded for each additional ten Scouts. For
instance: 5-14 Scouts = 1 Free Leader, 15-24 Scouts = 2 Free Leaders, 25-34 Scouts = 3 Free Leaders and so on. The fee
for additional leaders is $100.
Please refer to the Payment Calculator near the end of this document for more information. Online registration is
available at http://lewisandclarkbsa.org/camping/boyscouts/summercamp to complete your troop’s registration and pay
the fees.
Program Fees (Merit Badges)
Some merit badges require additional fees to help offset the cost of materials. These additional fees are detailed below.
Each troop will receive 2 tickets per scout at check in. Additional tickets can be purchased for $1.00 each at the trading
post.
Rifle Shooting MB
Advanced Rifle
Open Rifle
Shotgun Shooting MB
Advanced Shotgun
Open Shotgun.
Pistol Shooting
$2
$15
1 ticket (10 shots)
$5
$10
1 ticket (5 shots)
$2 (limit 24 scouts)
Archery MB
Basketry MB
Leatherworking MB
Metalworking MB
Space Exploration MB
Woodcarving MB
ATV Program
$5 for Materials
App. $15 for kit
App. $10 for Kit
$10.00
App. $10 for kit
$5 for Materials
$25
Visitor Meals
Individual meal tickets are available for $6.00 per meal. All visitors must pay the fee at the Camp Office and will be
given a meal ticket for that meal. This ticket must be presented before entering the dining hall. Thursday night visitors’
meals must be paid for and reservations made at the Camp Office by Monday flag lowering of your week in camp.
Family night meal tickets are $6 for adults and children 4 and over. Children under 4 years old are free.
Pioneer Camping
Troops wishing to provide their own food may opt for the Pioneer Camping option and pay a reduced fee. Pioneer
campers pay $185 per scout before May 1st, $205 after May 1st and $75 per adult and must provide all their own food.
Provisional Camper
Scouts who cannot attend with their home troop are invited to attend camp as a Provisional Camper. Scouts will be
formed into a troop with other provisional campers or will be paired with another willing troop for the week. Cost for
provisional campers is $260 by May 1st, $280 after May 1st.
Merit Badge Day Camper
Scouts wishing to attend a Second Week of camp without their troop may attend as a Merit Badge Day Camper. Day
Campers arrive at camp at 8:30 AM and leave at 5:30 PM each day. Leadership for Merit Badge Day Campers is
provided by the Camp Commissioner. Cost is $120 before May 1st or $140 after May 1st; lunch is provided each day.
This program should not be used as a substitute for a full week of overnight camp and does not count towards nights
camped for the Order of the Arrow.
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Refunds
Refunds are processed only if requested in WRITING to the Lewis & Clark Council Camping Department prior to your
scheduled camp session. All refunds will be processed at the end of the Summer Camping Season on August 1st. The
Council Camping Committee has spent monies by hiring a staff, buying program equipment and supplies; therefore
$100.00 of the fee is non-refundable. Example: $200 camping fee, the refund is $100.
Camperships
Camperships are available for scouts with financial need. For more information, visit the council website to complete a
campership application online. Camperships are awarded based on need and are generally up to 50% of the camp fee.
Scouts and local units are encouraged to fundraise and help each boy earn his way to camp; in instances where this is
impossible, camperships can assist. Leaders should apply for a campership before the May 1st deadline by completing
the application at www.lewisandclarkbsa.kintera.org/13camperships.
OUT OF COUNCIL TROOPS
Troops visiting from another council are welcome to join in all aspects of our summer camp and pay the same fees as in
council troops. Units attending from outside the Lewis & Clark Council must present the following upon check in:
A copy of the Troop Tour Plan
Proof of accident and sickness insurance
Written approval from the home OA Lodge to participate in the Nisha Kittan OA Call-Out.
LEADERSHIP
Each troop must have at least two registered leaders in camp at all times. After the first leader, who must be at least 21,
other leaders may be 18 years old or older. Troops sharing campsites by prior arrangement may “share” leadership to
meet this requirement.
There are no gender restrictions for leadership in the Boy Scouts of America and female adult leaders are welcome at
summer camp, but there are no separate facilities on campsites. Many latrines are unisex; each troop with female
leadership should make appropriate arrangements. Separate shower and latrine facilities for male and female leaders are
located in designated areas of camp. Every leader in camp must wear the colored wristband provided during check-in.
Summer Camp is the best opportunity for youth to grow in their leadership abilities and hone their skills. The Camp
Staff and program are designed to work through and utilize your youth leadership whenever possible. Each Troop
should come to camp with the following adult and youth leadership positions filled:
Scoutmaster
The Scoutmaster is the first step in the merit badge process. He talks to a Scout to guide him in meaningful badge
selection. The Scoutmaster signs the Application to show that he has counseled the boy and approves of his goals.
Senior Patrol Leader
He should stay current on all special activities in camp and keep his Patrol Leaders informed of them. He fulfills his
leadership role in camp the same as he does in the year round program, seeing to it that his patrols get maximum fun
and benefit from their week in camp.
Patrol Leader
Involve their patrols in special events, camp service projects, campsite housekeeping, and regular patrol duties assigned
by the Troop.
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EQUIPMENT
The Boy Scout uniform builds pride. The Scoutmaster’s attitude toward wearing the Boy Scout uniform will be reflected
in the dress of his troop. Scouts should wear their uniform to and from camp with pride! Scouts and Scouters shall wear
their Field Uniform to camp-wide flag ceremonies (class b uniform is acceptable for morning flag raising), as well as
campfires and church services.
Every troop at camp should take a few minutes to determine if it has everything necessary for a quality program.
Remember that there is no electricity in your campsite. The following is only a suggested list of items to take to camp.
Consult the Scoutmaster’s Handbook for a more detailed list.
Each Camp has a minimal supply of emergency tentage and gear. Troops are encouraged to bring all their own camping gear.
Troops needing additional equipment must request items in writing before May 1st, see page 34.
Recommended Troop Equipment to Bring
Lawn chairs for leaders
Campsite games such as glow-in-the-dark
Frisbees, wiffle ball, etc.
Troop merit badge pamphlet library
Troop first aid kit — include sunscreen and
after-burn lotion such as aloe
Water cooler
Large battery-operated clock
Cooler for ice, extra foodstuffs, and medicine
storage — varmint proof
Wax fire starters and newspapers
Spices — sugar, cinnamon, pepper, packets of
condiments
Coffee, tea, and creamer
Hose and nozzle
Duct tape — lots of uses including covering
thumbs during woodcarving
Clothesline and clothes pins
Binders twine
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Troop records for OA and Mannaseh
Troop checks
Advancement chart
Sealable 5 gallon buckets are great for “smellables”
storage or as a clothes washer
Soap and dispenser for wash basin
Dutch oven
Citronella candle
Aluminum foil
Large trash bags
Cobbler mixings, peanut butter, and instant soup
mix
Dish drainer(s)
Hand ax and bow saw
Battery powered lantern
Troop, Patrol and American Flag
Scouring pads to clean patrol gear on Friday night
Thumb tacks for bulletin board
Recommended Personal Equipment for Camp
Summer camp physical completed and signed
yearly by licensed medical personnel and
parent
Medications(in original container) with
directions — give to unit leader for safekeeping
at camp
Duffle bag or pack
Summer uniform
Sturdy shoes or boots suitable for hiking
Sandals
Work gloves
Ball glove
Cap or hat
Raincoat or poncho
Sweatshirt or jacket
Underwear
Socks, Scout & hiking
Camp T-shirts
Handkerchiefs
Pajamas or sleeping attire
Extra changes of clothing
Ziploc bags to keep clothing items dry
Swim suit (pack on top of duffel)
Towels (pack on top of duffel)
Washcloth
Toothbrush and paste
Hand soap in container
Shampoo
Brush or comb
Sunscreen
Insect repellent
Personal first aid kit
Wristwatch
Flashlight and batteries
Pocketknife
Pen, pencil, and paper
Sleeping bag or blankets & sheets
Pillow (if desired)
Canteen or water bottle
Fork, knife, spoon, and cup
Camp stool/chair
Boy Scout Handbook
Merit badge pre- work and pamphlets
Bible or prayer book
Spending money
Camera with extra film (disposable
recommended)
Notes:
Items not recommended at camp are electronic devices (such as Nintendo DS, iPods, radios, cell phones), items of
value, extra food that might attract animals.
Campers should mark all of their equipment and clothing with their name.
Insect repellent should be a lotion-type, as bug spray removes the waterproofing from canvas tents.
A Scout is welcome in any Scout camp, whether or not he owns a Scout uniform.
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HEALTH & SAFETY
Every Scout and leader attending camp must — upon arrival — present a completed health record: Parts A, B, and C of
the Annual Health and Medical Record (form 680-001). Part C must be signed by licensed medical personnel (limited to
a doctor of medicine, doctor of osteopathy, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner). The Annual Health and Medical
Record requires a yearly medical exam by licensed medical personnel for all Scouts and adults attending camp.
Adults who will spend fewer than 72 hours in camp are classified as visiting leaders and are not required to have the
physician’s statement. They must complete Parts A and B of the Annual Health and Medical Record (form 680-001).
NOTE: Visiting leaders may not participate in aquatic activities unless they have Part C of the Annual Health and
Medical Record (form 680-001) signed by licensed medical personnel.
Medical forms can be downloaded at http://www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx. The forms can be
filled out online, printed, and saved with the typed information. Beware of common errors: missing date of physical,
doctor’s signature, and tetanus shot date. We only accept the BSA medical form (No. 680-001). No school or sports
physicals will be accepted. These issues will delay check-in.
Unit leaders should collect and review all medical forms prior to camp. If the unit leader has any questions concerning a
Scout’s medical form, the leader should contact the Scout’s parents.
Parents should not send their child to camp if he is feeling ill within three days prior to his departure to summer camp.
This includes running a fever or stomach pains.
Health Care & First Aid
Lewis & Clark Council camps have limited first aid supplies in each program area along with a fully stocked Health
Lodge.
The unit leader conducts all minor treatment of youths and adults. All medications are kept in their original container,
locked up and dispensed by the unit leader. Unit leaders should keep track of when, how much, the type, and by whom
the medication was dispensed. Medication Log Sheets are available at camp if needed. When requested, the camp will
hold medications requiring refrigeration or those that the camper and his leaders feel uncomfortable holding. If the
injury or illness is beyond the knowledge of the unit leader, the camp medical staff will respond.
The camp medical director holds sick call in the health lodge following breakfast every morning. An adult unit leader
must accompany a Scout to sick call.
The camp medical director provides first aid treatment; the camp staff does not. Arrangements have been made with
local medical facilities to accommodate cases needing attention beyond the scope of the camp medical staff. However,
the camp office must be notified if a Scout is being taken to a hospital so that arrangements can be made for his
admission. Parents of Scouts are responsible for the cost of any treatment that cannot be done in camp. Non-emergency
transportation of a Scout or leader to a hospital is the responsibility of the troop. In case of an emergency,
transportation will be provided by local authorities.
Suggested Troop First Aid Kit (for 20 Scouts)
(1) 2” Roller Bandage
Paper Cups
(2) Rolls 1” Adhesive Tape
Neosporin (Triple Antibiotic)
Assorted Adhesive Bandages
Safety Pins
Sunburn Lotion (Aloe Vera)
4 Triangular Bandages 40”
Biodegradable Soap (2 bars)
Benadryl
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Thermometer
Scissors
Sunscreen SPF 24
Tweezers
6 Elastic Bandages (3”-6”)
12 3”x3” Sterile Pads
Baking Soda
½% Cortisone Cream
Tylenol
Eye drops
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(2) 1” Roller Bandages
Cornstarch
Alcohol Swabs
Needle
Petroleum Jelly
Medical Logbook
Imodium AD
Mylanta
Ibuprofen
Insect Repellant
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Many accidents that happen at camp can be avoided. Leaders should emphasize safety and carefully supervise activities
to prevent careless accidents from happening. A Scout’s experience at camp can be limited by a careless accident.
Always wear shoes. NO OPEN TOED SHOES!!
Use Sun Screen.
Don’t play with knives.
Drink lots of water.
Don’t push a Scout to try something he is not mentally or physically able or ready to do.
No activities without adequate supervision.
Never throw rocks or sticks.
Wildlife
Each camp setting contains wildlife that may pose a danger to scouts. Troops should prepare themselves for potential
encounters with raccoons, skunks, field mice, deer, coyote, ticks, mosquitoes, snakes and many other animals. More
information about encounters with wildlife can be found in the Boy Scout Handbook, Chapter 6 of the Boy Scout
Fieldbook. You can also find information about specific wildlife in our region by visiting the state Department of
Natural Resources website.
Sick Call
Sick call at the Health Lodge will be held immediately following breakfast every day and includes non-emergencies such
as sore throats, poison ivy, and problems that are not life threatening.
Emergency Care
Emergency care is available 24 hours a day. In case of an emergency, contact the Health Officer. They will coordinate
the treatment. In suspected neck or back injuries, fractures, and other suspected severe injuries, do not attempt to move
or transport the patient without instruction by qualified personnel from the Health Lodge.
Prescription Medication
An Adult Leader in your troop must administer all “controlled” medication. All prescription drugs (including those
needing refrigeration) are to be kept in locked storage and in compliance with local and state laws.
In event the Troop Leader is unable to administer medication; the Camp Medical staff will do so from the Health Lodge.
Lockable containers will be provided upon request for unit use on the campsite.
Lyme Disease
Anyone participating in outdoor activities should take steps to prevent exposure to tick bites.
Wear long-sleeved shirt and long pants. Tuck pants into boots or socks.
Wear light colored clothing to make it easier to spot ticks.
Conduct frequent and thorough “tick checks”. Finding and removing ticks is important. “Tick checks” should
be conducted at least every 4-6 hours while in remote areas of camp.
Insect repellants can help to repel ticks. Please use non-aerosol insect repellants.
Stay on trails and avoid “bush whacking” through high grass and brush.
West Nile Virus
Human illness from West Nile Virus is rare, even in areas where the virus has been reported. The chance that any one
person is going to become ill from a mosquito bite is low. Further reduce your chances of becoming ill by protecting
yourself from mosquito bites. To avoid mosquito bites apply insect repellent containing DEET when you are outdoors.
When possible, wear long sleeved clothes and long pants treated with repellents containing permethrin or DEET since
mosquitoes may bite through thin clothing. Do not apply repellents containing permethrin directly to exposed skin. If
you spray your clothing, there is no need to spray repellent containing DEET on the skin under your clothing.
Rest at Camp
The amount of sleep a Scout gets can make the difference between a great camping experience and a poor one. Each
person needs an adequate amount of sleep to function in a cheerful and positive manner. The Camp Scoutmaster is
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responsible to see that each Scout has the opportunity to get at least eight (8) hours of sleep each night. This means each
troop should respect the quiet time from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM
Drinking Water
Proper amounts of water are important during hot weather. Troops are encouraged to use water coolers. Each Scout and
leader should be encouraged to carry a canteen or water bottle and drink extra water each day.
SAFETY PROCEDURES AND DISCIPLINE
Alcohol & Drugs
Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs of any type will not be tolerated at the Lewis & Clark Council camps. Possession will
mean automatic dismissal from the camp property. There will be no refund of unused camp fees. Leaders need to inform
parents who may visit of this policy so they are not embarrassed on Parent’s Night.
Damage to Equipment
Each unit will be responsible for equipment provided for their use by the camp. Any damage to equipment because of
abuse, whether willful or a result of negligent or imprudent practices will be charged to the Troop.
Discipline
The Unit Leader and their assistants are responsible for the discipline and order of their troop. The Camp Staff will not
assume responsibility for, or interfere with, unit discipline unless it directly involved the health and safety of Scouts or
the Unit Leaders are not present at the time of the problem. The Camp Director will be notified of any problem by the
staff member. No arrangements can be made to send a Scout home before informing the Camp Director of the situation.
Dress Code
No one is allowed in the Dining areas in swim trunks or without shoes and shirt. The only exception is if the person is
part of a skit or other approved Dining Hall program.
Firearms, Ammunition, Bows and Arrows
The camp will have available all rifles, ammunition, bows and arrows needed for use as part of the camp program.
Personal equipment and ammunition are not allowed in camp and if brought will be locked in storage until the camping
session is over and then returned.
Fireguard Plan
In case of fire, the camp staff is to be notified immediately. Each unit is to organize a “Fireguard” in their troop using
the “Fireguard Plan” furnished by the camp. All campers are requested to stay well clear of the fire area. Leaders should
assemble their Scouts in a safe area and take a role call.
Fireworks
Fireworks of any kind are not allowed in camp. Violation of this rule will lead to immediate dismissal from camp. There
will be no refund of unused camp fees.
Liquid Fuel
Boy Scouts of America policy permits the use of liquid fuels only under the direct supervision of a knowledgeable adult.
The storage of any type of liquid fuel in the troop campsite is strictly prohibited. There is an approved fuel storage area
in camp. See Camp Director or Camp Ranger with any questions.
Lost & Found
The camp lost and found will be located in the Camp Office. All unclaimed lost and found will be kept until the last week
of the summer. At that time, all items will be taken to a local charity. Please remind Scouts to have personal gear clearly
marked with name and troop number and to safeguard all personal property. Do not take valuables to the shower house,
waterfront, or leave them unattended. The Lewis & Clark Council is not responsible for any lost or stolen property.
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Open Fires
It is recommended that no open flame be used in a campsite with the exception of troop or patrol campfires or cooking
fires that are attended while they are burning. Fires are only permitted in established fire rings in campsites. Open
flames (i.e. candles, Sterno, kerosene lanterns, etc.) are strictly prohibited in tents or cabins. “No Flames in Tent” is
marked on all camp provided tents and prominently in the campsite. At no time should a fire be left unattended.
Pets
Pets are not permitted at camp. This applies to leaders, campers and visitors, not including service dogs.
Sheath Knives
Sheath knives, throwing stars, or martial arts weapons are not allowed in Camp.
Trash Disposal
Trash containers are provided in each campsite. Plastic liners will be furnished for each day’s trash. Troops should
dispose of their trash daily by depositing it in the dumpster located in the Camps central areas. Troops are encouraged
to make every effort to recycle aluminum, glass, paper and plastic. While recycling may not be available at all camps,
units are encouraged to make arrangements to take their recyclable items home.
Vandalism & Pranks
Vandalism and pranks will not be tolerated. Scout troops engaged in such practices may lose their ability to participate
in activities on council property. Scouts, visitors and leaders making unauthorized entry into buildings and/or program
areas will be asked to leave camp property.
Youth Protection Guidelines
Adults must not share tents or showers with youth members.
Anyone caught or suspected of abusing a camper will be asked to
immediately leave Scout camp property pending the outcome of the
investigation. Hazing is a form of camper abuse and will not be
tolerated. The only exception to these policies is the right of parents
to share a tent with their own child. However, though allowed, it is
recommended that parents do not exercise this right at camp. Scouts
tenting together helps to insure that the Scouts receive the
maximum benefit possible from the summer camp experience. It also
helps prevent any unnecessary misunderstandings or awkward
situations.
Any camp leader or staff member who suspects, knows of, or
witnesses a child being abused at camp, or at a unit meeting or
activity, is mandated by law to notify proper officials. While at
camp, all suspected child abuse incidents (i.e. physical, emotional,
and sexual) must be reported to the Camp Director immediately.
Youth Protection Guidelines
Recognize
Resist
Report
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Two Deep Leadership
Respect Privacy
Separate
Accommodations
Proper Preparations
Appropriate Attire
Constructive Discipline
No Hazing
The Lewis & Clark Council requires that ALL leaders complete Youth Protection Training. The course can now
be completed online at (http://lewisandclarkbsa.org/training/general/youthprotection.aspx)
The process is simple, self-explanatory and when you have successfully completed the training, the Training
Division will be notified so that your records can be updated.
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
Scouts of all faiths observe the twelfth part of the Scout Law by worshiping in the manner of their choice. An interfaith
worship service will be held Wednesday evening at 8:30 at the Chapel.
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About Camp
CHECKING IN
1.
2.
Senior Patrol Leader should meet Campsite Host at the check-in station near the front gate.
Unload gear at campsite. Each Troop will be allowed one vehicle in the campsite to unload gear (weather permitting).
After unloading, all vehicles and trailers are to be parked in the central parking lot or areas designated by camp
leadership. All other gear will be carried into the campsite by the Troop. Camp tents, if they are being used, will be
distributed to your Troop by the staff.
3. Camp Scoutmaster will go to the main office for check-in.
a. Leave the Original copies of Scouts/Leaders physical BSA form# 680-001 at the campsite with the Troop.
4. You should have the following information ready to turn in.
a. Completed Roster of Scouts and Leaders
b. Copy of the troops completed OA election form
c. Copy of Tribe of Mannaseh nomination forms (Camp Joy only)
d. Camp fees/receipts for fees paid at Council Service Center
e. Tour Plan (Out of Council Units)
f. Completed Merit Badge Blue Cards
5. Council Will Provide:
a. Fireguard Plan
b. Map of Camp
c. Camp Mugs for all Campers
d. Wrist Bands
e. Camp Evaluation form
f. Medical Storage Container & Forms if needed
6. The Campsite Host with help from an Adult Staff member will review the health forms of all campers. The campsite
host will issue Buddy Tags for the swim area, and wristbands. Campers who need to be re-checked by the Health Officer
will be taken to the Health Lodge at this time. Any medications that the troop leaders do not feel comfortable storing
and administering will be taken to the health lodge for storage and administration.
7. The host will lead the scouts and leaders on an orientation tour of camp including:
a. Swim Check
b. Dining Hall /Commissary Orientation
c. Shooting Sports Briefing
8. Set-up camp. Host and Senior Patrol Leader will inspect campsite. Scoutmasters should turn in Merit Badge Cards
indicating session time on the counselor record portion of the card during the Leaders Meeting. Each unit will be
responsible for signing up their youth for sessions. “SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY”
9. Leader/SPL meeting following dinner.
10. Opening campfire. Meet at the designated assembly area at 8:00 PM
LEAVING CAMP (DURING SESSIONS)
Scout: Scout Release Form is completed at the camp office and must be approved by the Camp Director. Camper may
leave only with the parent or guardian, or with written release from either one.
Adult: Sign out in the Checkout book located at the Camp Office. Any adult picking up a camper will be required to
show proof of ID before the scout is released.
CHECKING OUT (END OF CAMP)
Troops will check out Saturday morning with the help of their Campsite Host. Merit badge cards and patches will be
handed out in the camp office when outstanding fees are settled (family night charges, trading post charges, etc).
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HOURS OF OPERATIONS
Camp Office
Sunday
Monday – Friday
Saturday
1:00 to 4:00 p.m. 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
9:00 to 11:00 a.m., 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. & 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
7:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Trading Post
Sunday
Monday – Friday
Saturday
2:00 to 4:00 p.m. 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
9:00 to 11:30 a.m., 1:45 to 4:30 p.m., & 7:00 to 8:15 p.m.
7:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Camp Trading Posts are well stocked with items necessary for Scouts to earn the Merit Badges offered at camp. Craft
supplies, snacks, toiletry articles, camping gear, knives, t-shirts, National Supply merchandise, handbooks and a number
of Camp collectables are available for purchase. We also have a wide variety of cold treats including ice cream and
beverages. The average Scout spends $20-$30 in the Trading Post.
LEADERS MEETING
Leaders will meet daily for a quick overview of the day’s program and activities. There will also be daily Training
Sessions for leaders to attend if they so desire. Senior Patrol Leaders will meet daily to plan their Troop program, report
any issues and get up to date information to pass along to their Troops.
Adult Leader Meeting
SPL Meetings
Sunday
Monday - Friday
Sunday
Monday - Friday
7:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
12:45
TELEPHONE
The camp telephone is used for camp business only – it is not available for personal calls. Encourage the parents of your
Scouts to write, but not to call except in case of emergency. This policy is strictly enforced. Cell phone use should be
kept to a minimum by adults only.
Camp Sunnen 537-438-5495
Camp Joy 618-594-2345
FAMILY NIGHT
Parents are welcome to inspect the camp facilities when they drop off their Scout on Sunday. Thursday evening is
Family Night; feel free to bring siblings and grandparents to camp for a visit.
Visiting hours on Thursday are from 5:00 to the end of the OA Ceremony.
Those visitors eating in the Dining Hall must have reservations made by Monday flag lowering & present
reservation tickets at the dining hall prior to eating. The evening meal will begin at 6:00 PM
All units are asked to assemble at the designated area at 8:15 PM for the Order of the Arrow Call-Out.
All visitors are asked to leave Camp immediately following the call-out ceremony or by 11:00 PM (Do not
return to the Troop Campsite), unless they have made prior arrangements with the Camp to stay overnight.
Camp Staff will be available on family night to direct traffic
SHOWERS IN CAMP
The camp provides showers for youth and adults in camp. The showers are designated for youth and adults, men and
women. Each troop will have an assigned day to do their part to help keep camp clean by cleaning a shower facility
during their stay at camp.
CAMPSITES
The Council Camping Committee reserves the right to place more than one Troop in a campsite if less than 20 Scouts are
registered. Troop campsites have washstands and latrine facilities. “No Flames in Tent” is marked on all camp provided
tents and prominently in the campsite.
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QUARTERMASTER
Toilet paper and trash bags will be available at the Commissary/Quartermaster. Brooms, rakes, shovels and other tools
may be used by arrangement with the Camp Commissioner. All supplies and tools will be checked out to troops and
MUST be returned prior to departure. All items not returned will be charged to your unit account.
MAIL SERVICE
Outgoing mail is picked up daily from the Camp Office. Incoming mail will be delivered daily.
Camp Mailing Addresses:
Camp Joy BSA
Troop Number
Scout’s Name
10700 Camp Joy Road 11304
Carlyle, IL 62231
Camp Sunnen BSA
Troop Number
Scout’s Name
Sunnen Lake Road
Potosi, MO 63664
LEADER TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
While at camp, adult leaders can make the most of their time by participating in numerous training opportunities.
Trainings range from Basic Leader Training like Scoutmaster Specific and Youth Protections to supplemental trainings
like Leave No Trace and Safety Afloat.
Scoutmaster Specific Training (Indoor Leader Training)
This training covers the indoor portion of the required training needed for all Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters.
Training days and times are Monday - Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00. The training location will be announced at camp.
Registration for this training will be available during Sunday check-in. There is no additional cost for this training.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills (Outdoor Leader Training)
This training focuses on outdoor portions of the Scoutmaster Specific Training and is required for all Scoutmasters and
Assistant Scoutmasters. This course replaces the Outdoor Webelos Leader specific training in the Lewis & Clark Council.
The leader will gain the necessary skills needed for Scouts advancing from Tenderfoot through First Class ranks. The
training location will be in or near the Valiant Quest program area Monday - Friday from 9:00 to noon each day.
Leaders should gain the outdoor skills needed to take back to their respective Troop for teaching their Scouts. Upon
completing both the Indoor Scoutmaster Specific and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills trainings, the leader earns
the trained strip to wear on their uniform. Registration for this training will be available during Sunday check-in.
There is no additional cost for this training.
Youth Protection Training
This required training is available by video Monday at 2:00.
Leave no Trace Training
Learn the principles of LNT and how to implement them into your troop program from a LNT trainer each Tuesday at
2:00. See camp office for location.
Safety Afloat / Safe Swim Defense
Required for unit aquatic outings including float trips and swimming, these trainings will be on Wednesday at 10:30 by
our camp aquatics director.
Trek Safely / Climb on Safely
Learn the basics safety precautions and tips for preparing for unit trekking and climbing activities. This training will
take place at 10:30 on Thursday. See the camp office for specific location.
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SUNDAY SCHEDULE
1:00 PM: Troop Check-in
Campsite
Meet Campsite Host near parking lot and proceed to
campsite. The campsite host will help your SPL with
check-in and set-up of the campsite, beginning at 1:00
PM Have the following ready to check with the
business manager at the office:
Troop roster.
Patrol counts and names— including Scouts
and adults.
All receipts for camp fees paid at a council
service center, in case there is a discrepancy.
Ensure medical forms are left on the campsite.
Following orientation, the troop returns to the
campsite and checks the following:
Tents in order
Site in order
Beds made
Equipment needs secured from quartermaster
Patrol kitchen set up
Scouts made aware of schedule
All campsites facilities reviewed by campsite
host
Extra equipment returned to quartermaster
Medical Recheck
5:50 PM: Retreat
As soon as possible after arrival at the campsite, have
every Scout and adult leader change into swim trunks
and shoes. The campsite host then leads the medical
recheck on the campsite. Be sure each person has a
completed medical form for presentation to the staff
members.
Immediately following the medical recheck, the
campsite host and SPL will begin the camp tour
including dining hall orientation and swim
qualification.
Entire camp stands Retreat in complete uniform.
Senior patrol leaders should assemble their troops so
they can arrive at the main flagpole at 5:50 PM
6:00 PM: Dinner
7:00 PM: Leaders Meeting
7:00 PM: SPL Meeting
8:15 PM: Opening Campfire
Assemble in uniform at flagpoles.
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Summer Camp Program
Summer Camp is the most important week of a Scout’s year. Lord Robert Baden-Powell said “A week of camp life is worth six
months of Theoretical teaching in the meeting room.” In order for that week to be most fruitful, the patrol method must be the
standard. Summer camp is our wilderness laboratory where Scouts develop as young men and as leaders. This summer camp
program is designed to help your Scouts take charge of their troop, foster leadership and gain the skills Baden-Powell first
envisioned for boys.
A boy’s development generally happens two ways at camp, as an individual and as part of a group. As an individual, he will be
learning through the merit badge program, challenging himself in activities like the mile swim, the climbing tower, and Project
COPE while building self-confidence through the accomplishment of his goals. Your role as a leader will be to give guidance as he
chooses his merit badges, encouragement as he tries new things, motivation to keep him on schedule with his goals, and
understanding and counsel if things aren’t going right. As part of a group in his patrol and troop, he will learn responsibility,
cooperation and leadership. That’s a lot to ask of a young boy but it’s the reason Scout Camp is such a good experience. Your
role as a leader will be to help the PATROL METHOD work. Don’t shortcut it; you will only be cutting out boy development.
Work through your Senior Patrol Leader and Patrol Leaders Council to make and carry out the plans. Activities planned and
carried out by boy leaders, with appropriate counsel and guidance, are enjoyed by all patrol and troop members. Help your
Patrol Leaders get their patrols working smoothly. They can do it, but they need some advice. Good luck! Boy Development may
be challenging, but it will also be very rewarding.
Build the Excitement
Promotional information should be shared with Scouts and leaders in your troop. This can be accomplished in many
ways. Some ideas for promotion include, but are not limited to:
Take Scouts to camp during the “off season” and let them explore. Discuss the different program areas and
historical sites around camp. The Camp Reservation form should be completed at least two weeks in advance of “off
season” camping visits and submitted to the Council Service Center.
Hold troop fund raising projects to help Scouts earn part of their own camp fees. The Lewis & Clark sponsored
popcorn & candy sale is an easy and effective way for all Scouts to earn their entire camp fee in just a few weeks.
Initiate a program whereby Scouts who perform well in the troop may get a full or partial scholarship to camp.
Review the camp goals of each Scout and show them how they can meet these goals while having fun at camp.
Hand out information sheets to the Scouts’ parents to share information about camp. Show slides or videos of
previous summer camps at meetings.
Tell the history of camp around the troop campfire. Plan hikes to points of interest mentioned in the history.
The names and places mentioned will come to life when your Scouts arrive at camp.
Invite former and current staff members to visit your troop to talk about camp and heighten the Scouts’
interest.
Talk about the Merit Badges, programs and the different kinds of adventures offered to new Scouts as well as
seasoned Scouts.
Set up a Summer Camp facebook page for your Scouts to share stories and memories of Summer Camp.
Have a camp poster contest. Get the Scouts to write an essay on “Why I want to go to camp”. Ask your
Chartered Partner to appoint people to judge them and award prizes.
Camp Promotion Plan
A survey of the most successful troops in terms of percentage of Scouts attending camp reveals three common factors.
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The Scoutmaster and leaders show a positive belief in the importance of ALL their Scouts going to camp. Camp
strengthens the year-round program. The change of scenery stimulates satisfaction, fellowship, advancement,
and tenure in the troop.
The troop actively promotes camp with Scouts and their parents.
Some form of “Camper Savings Plan”, whereby boys can either earn part or all of their money through troop
fund raising projects and/or systematically pay their fee in increments is in effect.
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CAMP STAFF
Our camp staff are a motivated and well trained group of Scouts committed to the summer camp program. Most give up
many opportunities to serve on summer camp staff to “give back” to your scouts the summer camp experience they very
much enjoyed. While camp staff are paid council employees, please keep in mind they are Scouts too. Camp staff is a
demanding summer of high responsibility and learning for many first time employees. Please help us further the Aims of
Scouting with all Scouts at camp, including camp staff. If at any time we are not living up to your expectations please
speak directly with the Camp Director.
Camp Director
The camp director oversees all camp operations. He serves as the direct liaison to adult leaders to support their troop
program.
Program Director
The program director helps plan the troop’s schedule including Troop Time Activities. He assists in developing and
carrying out a full and balanced camping program. For help with float trip, a hike, merit badges, or skill instruction, see
the program director.
Camp Commissioner
The troop’s campsite is the base from which the troop program operates. A camp commissioner is assigned to the
campsite to assist while the troop is in camp. The degree of assistance rendered by the commissioner depends on the
needs, desires, and experience of each troop. Thus, the type and extent of commissioner service varies with each troop.
The commissioner visits the campsite every day to answer questions and check on needs. The camp commissioner also
provides a variety of adult leader training topics throughout the week.
Campsite Host
The campsite host serves as your Senior Patrol Leaders mentor during your week at camp. His primary role on the
campsite is to support your SPL in his leadership of the Troop. Campsite Hosts are the most visible of all staff members
and will likely get to know your troop very well during your week at camp.
CAMP SCHEDULE
The daily or weekly schedule is not the program. It is a tool for planning and administering the program. It is a
timetable for certain formal activities and a checklist of opportunities. The camp program and the scheduling of the
troop’s part in the camp program are the responsibility of the camp director and camp staff. The primary responsibility
of the camp staff is to see that each troop has a great camping experience.
Adventure is one of the goals, and it is not found at exactly 9:30 AM or 4:15 PM It often just happens, or results from
other activities. The troop will have planned activities, and the camp will have planned special events. Both of these are
placed on the schedule, but things happen that are not on the schedule and yet will be program. Remember that camp is
not only a place to earn merit badges and work on advancement; it’s a place for adventure and fun.
There are several opportunities throughout the week for camp wide program and we encourage every troop to
participate when appropriate but the most important program at camp is that of your troop. See back of guide for a full
schedule of the camp week.
Flag Ceremonies
Every campsite has a flagpole where troops are encouraged to conduct their own reveille and retreat ceremony daily.
Camp Staff will conduct a flag raising and lowering ceremony each day at the center of camp, Troops are always
welcome to attend but are encouraged to conduct a ceremony of their own on their campsite. We do request that all
Troops attend the all camp flag retreat on Sunday, Thursday and Friday evenings.
Sometimes campsites are shared by two or more troops. There is a flagpole in each campsite. Troops are to cooperate and
have a formal flag raising and lowering ceremony each day. Scoutmasters should encourage the Senior Patrol Leaders of
each troop to meet and work out a rotation of flag duties while at camp. The Patrol Leaders Council makes specific
patrol assignments.
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Siesta
From 1:00 – 2:00 each day is a rest period where camp idles. This is a good opportunity for scouts and leaders to take a
nap, relax on the campsite, read a book and generally recharge for the second half of the day.
Free Swim
Each day from 4:00 – 5:00 there will be free swim and open boating. Scouts are encouraged to take an opportunity each
afternoon to cool off from a long hot day and enjoy some time in the water. Scouts wishing to train for the Mile Swim
may do so in the Lap Lane during free swim.
Camp Wide Games
Monday evening at 8:15 we will have camp wide games where all scouts and staff can join together and can play for
bragging rights. Our most popular game is ultimate Frisbee!
OLDER SCOUT PROGRAM
Our camps are full of great activities for Older Scouts 13 or older. Activities include Advanced Archery, Advanced Rifle,
Advanced Shotgun, the all new Pistol Shooting and ATV Programs, Climbing & Climbing Merit Badge, high and low
COPE, BSA Lifeguard, Motorboating, Small Boat Sailing plus tons of other new activities like Human Foosball and
Stand up Paddle Boards. There are enough great activities for every Scout in camp, plus let’s all admit it…. Most Older
Scouts really just want to lie around the campsite and relax. Some older Scout activities will have size limits, age or
rank requirements or may require an additional fee; preregistration for those activities with a size limit will be available
prior to your arrival at Summer Camp.
TROOP TIME ACTIVITIES
Back by popular demand! Troop Time allows your Senior Patrol Leader to schedule 7 one hour blocks of troop program
time. Troop Time activities are generally not merit badge oriented, they are designed to foster camp exploration and to
interject fun and adventure into camp. There are advancement opportunities available including some simple merit
badges or rank advancement during Troop Time but that is not the primary intent. Troop Time will be schedule during
the daily Senior Patrol Leader Meeting at 12:45, (Monday Troop time will be scheduled by the Scoutmaster during the
9:30 Adult Leader Meeting). Scoutmasters should counsel their SPL to schedule the right activity for their troop at the
appropriate time.
On occasion, Troops may want to split up during Troop Time with half the boys doing one activity while the other half
does another. This is perfectly acceptable although whenever possible we suggest your Scouts participate in activities as
a group. Much of the week at summer camp is focused on individual activities and achievements, Troop Time is
designed for Troop activities and achievements.
Troop Time is one additional way we choose to foster the BOY RUN program and provide leadership opportunities.
Senior Patrol Leaders will need to meet daily with their troop members to determine what the group consensus is and
what activities they would like to participate in. Please coach your SPL so that he can be successful in the effort and
allow him the opportunity to lead his Troop during your stay at Summer Camp.
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COPE /
Climbing
Aquatics
Troop Time activities include but are not limited to:
Beach
Canoeing
Canoe Swamp
Kayaks
Sailing
Super Trampoline
Snorkeling
Climbing (15 max)
Low COPE (15 max)
High COPE (5 max)
Scoutcraft
Handicraft
Ecology /
Conservation
Nature Games
Nature Hike
Mud Cave (20 max)
Fourche Creek Crash
Rank Advancement
Crafts
Fingerprinting MB
Basketry MB
Cooking Demo (30
Scout Max)
Field Games
Compass vs. GPS
Totin’ Chip
Firem’n Chit
Other Opportunities
Shooting
Sports
Rifle (24 max)
Shotgun (12 max)
Archery (16 max)
Mountain Biking
Mountain Boarding
Meet the Man
Leave no Trace
Service Projects
Relaxation
Unit Development
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Take a dip in the lake and enjoy some time to cool off.
A camp classic. Paddle your way around the lake for fun, have a race or whatever.
It’s swamp or be swamped in this chaotic canoe free for all. Head out into the water without
paddles to try and tip competing boats.
Try your hand at the kayaks for a whole new boating experience.
Explore the lake on a sailboat.
Book some time as a troop to enjoy the all new floating Super Trampoline. Scouts must be Red
or Blue swimmer and wear a PFD.
Try your hand a snorkeling, check out the underwater obstacle course or just have fun.
Push yourself beyond your comfort zone as you climb and rappel down our tower. Meet at the
Tower.
Initiative, problem solving and team building games designed to challenge and reward.
Joy Only - Test your intestinal fortitude on the High COPE Course. Not all Scouts will get to
participate in every element.
Nature Games include "Who Wants to Be an Eco Stud" and the all new "Predator vs. Prey".
Meets at Eco-Con.
Is that really Poison Ivy? Explore camp on a guided nature hike and get the answer.
Sunnen Only - Take a trip to mud cave and explore all there is to see… and get a little muddy.
This adventure will take approximately 1 ½ hour
Sunnen Only - Get your boots wet with some creek stomping fun as you explore Fourche creek.
Our trained eco-staff will guide you through Tenderfoot req. 11, 2nd Class Reqs. 2 and 6, and 1st
Class Req. 6. Meet in Eco-Con.
Paint, draw, braid a lanyard, or even make a patrol flag.
Join “Camp CSI" as you explore fingerprinting Merit Badge (will not complete in 1 hour).
Ever wondered how to weave a basket? Get a jump start and work towards the Merit Badge (will
not complete MB in 1 hour).
What’s cooking today in Scoutcraft? Find out during this hour-long exploration of outdoor
cuisine. Meet at Scoutcraft.
Play classics like Frisbee and Kickball, or try out some original Inventions. Meets at Athletic
Field (Joy), Parade Field (Sunnen).
Test your skills at orienteering with a compass or GPS. Determine which technology is better,
faster, and more accurate.
Combat “finger carving” and learn safety and proper procedure for using a pocket knife while you
earn this classic scouting award. Meet at Scoutcraft.
Learn safety and proper procedure for fire building while earning this classic scouting award.
Meet at Scoutcraft.
Try your hand at marksmanship on our .22 Caliber Rifle Range. Each Scout will receive 2 tickets
at check in to shoot. Additional tickets can be purchased at the Trading Post BEFORE your
scheduled shoot. Meet at the Range.
See who the best shot in your troop is by competing in the Shotgun challenge. Each Scout will
receive 2 tickets at check in to shoot. Additional tickets can be purchased at the Trading Post
BEFORE your scheduled shoot. Meet at the Shotgun Range.
Become a Yeoman as you take up your bow at the range. Meet at the Archery Range.
Like getting mud in your face? Spend some time biking on the camp trails. Space is limited.
It’s a cross between skateboarding and snowboarding, and it’s at camp.
Work on Brotherhood conversion or simply spend time getting to know your OA Lodge with the
Chief and OA Camp Chief.
Learn the principles of Leave no Trace and how your troop can implement them.
Leave a real mark on camp by helping us improve it. Have your SPL meet with a Commissioner
to assign or approve a project.
Take a break from all the excitement and adventure of camp. Take a nap or relax.
During this self-run block, troops can strengthen their leadership base, run senior patrol leader
elections, or even work on advancement on their own in the campsite.
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MEAL PROCEDURES
Camp Sunnen
Meals at Camp Sunnen are provided by a combination of both patrol cooking at the campsite and meals prepared by the
kitchen staff in the bullpen. Main ingredients for the patrol cooking will be provided by the camp commissary. Each
patrol must provide “grub hustlers” to retrieve the items from the commissary before each meal at 7:00 AM, Noon, and
5:30 PM.
Troops wishing to provide all their own food and pay a reduced fee must register to Pioneer cook by May 1, 2013.
MEALS SERVED IN THE BULL PEN
Sunday Dinner
Monday Breakfast
Monday Lunch
Tuesday Lunch
Wednesday Lunch
Thursday Dinner (Family Night)
Friday Lunch
Saturday Breakfast (Grab & Go)
MEALS PREPARED AT THE CAMPSITE
Monday Dinner
Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday Dinner
Wednesday Breakfast
Wednesday Dinner
Thursday Breakfast
Thursday Lunch
Friday Breakfast
Friday Dinner (New for 2013)
Camp Joy
All meals are served in the dining hall except on your campsite day. Each Troop will have the opportunity to eat 1 full
day’s meals on the campsite. The campsite menu is a low prep menu that is designed to foster the patrol method while
allowing more individual Troop time and eliminating congestion in the dining hall. This is an ideal time to discuss Rank
Advancement and Cooking Merit Badge requirements. On your campsite day, Troops should send Grub Hustlers to the
Dining Hall to pick up food at 7:00 AM, Noon, and 5:30 PM.
CAMPSITE DAY MENU
Breakfast –Breakfast Burrito(1 pot), diced peaches, cereal, OJ and milk.
Lunch – Cold Cut Sandwiches, chips, pears, juice.
Dinner – Beef & Noodles, veggie sticks, fruit cocktail, cookies, juice.
Troops wishing to provide all their own food and pay a reduced fee must register to Pioneer cook by May 1, 2013.
Table Assignments and Kitchen Patrol
Each unit will be assigned a table or tables on Sunday evening. These are to be used during your stay at camp. Scouts
are expected to remain at their assigned table during the entire week. It will be necessary to assign scouts to Kitchen
patrol or KP for each table at each meal. That assignment should rotate on a daily basis. Scouts assigned to KP are
expected to arrive 15 minutes before each meal to set up the table, are responsible for obtaining seconds and to clear the
table following meals.
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SUMMER CAMP MENU
--BREAKFAST-Sunday
*Tuesday
*Wednesday
*Friday
Saturday
French Toast
Sticks
Sausage Links
Monday
Biscuits &
Sausage Gravy
Scrambled Eggs
Pancakes
Scrambled Eggs
Breakfast Pastry
Sausage Links
Bacon
Cinnamon
Squares Cereal
Honey Nut
Toasted Oats
Cereal
Banana
Lumberjack
Breakfast
Cocoa Crisp Rice
Cereal
Pineapple
Chucks
Fruit Whirls
Cereal
Apple Whirls
Cereal
Raisin Bran
Cereal
Apple
Orange Juice
Banana
Orange
Orange Juice
Orange Juice
Orange Juice
Milk
Milk
Milk
Diced Pears
Orange Juice
Orange Juice
Milk
Milk
Milk
*Thursday
--LUNCH-Sunday
Monday
Staff Only
Tuesday
Wednesday
Hot Dogs
*Thursday
Friday
BBQ Riblet
Taco Salad
Sub Sandwich
Baked Chips
Tortilla Chips
Baked Cheetos
Baked Chips
Baked Chips
Orange
Apple
Orange
Pear
Apple Sauce
Carrot Sticks
Carrot Sticks
Carrot Sticks
Carrot Sticks
Carrot Sticks
Celery Sticks
Celery Sticks
Celery Sticks
Celery Sticks
Celery Sticks
Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid
Ice Cream Cup
Saturday
Meatball Subs
Kool-Aid
--DINNER-Sunday
*Monday
*Tuesday
*Wednesday
Thursday
*Friday
Meat Loaf with
Gravy
Scalloped
Potatoes
Green Beans
Cheeseburger
Skillet
Corn
Chicken Fried
Steak w/gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Spaghetti w/
Meat Sauce
Rolls/Butter
BBQ Pork Ribs
Chicken
Hamburger
Rolls/Butter
Green Beans
Salad
Corn
Macaroni &
Cheese
Green Beans
Rolls/Butter
Salad
Rolls/Butter
Diced Pears
Rolls/Butter
Salad
Salad
Fruit Cocktail
Salad
Pudding
Salad
Jell-O w/ Fruit
Sugar Cookies
Kool-Aid
Cake
Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid
Chocolate Chip
Cookies
Kool-Aid
Mandarin
Oranges
Granola Bar
Kool-Aid
Kool-Aid
Milk
Milk
Saturday
Iced Tea
Menu subject to change
Campsite Day (Joy Only)
BREAKFAST
Breakfast Burrito
LUNCH
DINNER
Beef & Noodles
Tortilla
Turkey, Ham & Cheese
Sandwich
Baked Chips
Frosted Flakes Cereal
Diced Pears
Celery Sticks
Diced Peaches
Snack Cake
Fruit Cocktail
Salsa
Kool-Aid
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Orange Juice
Carrot Sticks
Kool-Aid
Milk
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*Denotes Meal on Campsite at
Camp Sunnen
Food Pickup times are 7:00
AM, noon and 5:30PM for all
meals on the campsite at Joy
and Sunnen
Automobile Policy
Boy Scouts of America regulations prohibit using the cargo area of trucks (including pick-ups with camper shells) and
trailers for transportation of passengers, or persons riding on the tailgate of station wagons. Each occupant should have
and use a seat belt. Drivers of vehicles must be at least 18 years of age, with current driver’s license. All vehicles must
have seat belts for the number of occupants as per state law.
No person under the age of 21 may operate a motor vehicle within the boundaries of camp. Only one vehicle per unit is
permitted in campsites to load/unload equipment at the opening/close of each week and removed immediately to the
central parking lot (based on the weather and discretion of the Camp Director
“Golf Carts” will “only” be authorized for use by unit leadership to transport individuals with disabilities around the
camp for official business. They will not be authorized to transport other campers except in case of an emergency.
Camp Speed Limit
The maximum speed limit for all vehicles at camp is 5 miles per hour.
No driving off roads. Absolutely no cars/vehicles/trailers of any kind will be allowed in campsites. All troop buses, trucks
and trailers must be parked in designated areas. The owner of each vehicle is the person solely responsible for its
security. The Lewis & Clark Council is not responsible for loss or damage caused by fire, storm, theft, or vandalism to
any person, vehicle, and trailers or for any loss or damage to articles left in vehicles.
Wildlife
Lewis & Clark Council camps are home to many types of wild animals. Hunting, harming, or collecting wildlife is not
permitted. Only the camp nature director is authorized to collect and display wild animals. Please be aware of the
animals in our region that may pose a threat to campers.
Conservation Practices
Do not cut down any trees.
Do not hike trails that are marked “Closed” and do not cut across switchbacks.
Only conduct conservation projects that have approval of the Camp Management.
Never leave a fire unattended! Make sure to put it “dead out” with water and dirt.
Please leave your campsite cleaner than you found it.
Please pick-up any trash you find along camp trails.
Leaders in Program Areas
A number of leaders enjoy helping out in our program areas. Please recognize that a leader’s primary responsibility is on
the campsite supervising, coaching, and instructing basic Scout skills. If you have the time and the desire, we would like
to have you spend an hour each day in the program area of your choice. Options vary from teaching a merit badge
session from start to finish or teaching Scouts how to fish or beginners to swim. Choose a subject you are particularly
skillful or interested in, or ask the area director what he needs most. A helping hand is greatly appreciated in
instructional swim and Swimming, Rifle Shooting, and Fishing Merit Badges.
Sign-up to assist with merit badges on Sunday evening with the Program Director and/or Area Director
during the leader’s meeting.
ADVANCEMENT AT CAMP
The opportunity for a boy to spend time in a Scout Summer Camp is a very important part of his life. It should stand
out as a “Mountain-Top” experience in shaping his character. Don’t make advancement the only reason for going to
camp. Keep in mind as you make program plans that they should include activities for the Patrol and Troop as well as
the individual boy. Camp provides the best atmosphere for building Patrol and Troop teamwork. Have specific activities
to enhance them, but be alert to the needs of each boy and do not over-schedule his time. Allow him the opportunity to
do what he wants to do – whittle, hike, sit and watch the clouds, or whatever. Remember, this is a Scout’s summer
vacation.
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Merit Badges – A Philosophy
Some subjects require a greater length of time for instruction than do others. This should be taken into account when
scheduling them. One successful practice is to have the Scouts take instruction from the camp staff member in a given
subject for the first period. Then have some of the adult leaders of the troop review, with the Scouts, the knowledge
gained. Put the skills into practice immediately following the instruction.
Remember: Guide scouts to balance their week and have fun.
Your role as Scoutmaster is to sit down with each Scout in preparation for camp and review with him the advancement
possibilities available. The priority for first-year campers should be basic Scout skills, with a merit badge or two for fun
and flavor.
With merit badges:
Determine if the Scout has a real interest in the subject and understands the requirements and time
commitments.
Point out which requirements must – or it would be better to – be completed before camp.
Review equipment needs.
Counsel the Scout on not taking too much. Make sure he has not chosen a merit badge he cannot complete.
Schedule the Scout’s times and places on a daily planner.
Merit Badge Cards and Record Keeping
Scoutmasters should turn in completed Merit Badge Cards by the Sunday Leader Meeting with the Scouts name, unit
number, district, merit badge and session time (listed on the counselor record portion) so that staff can be
prepared for Monday morning. Scouts receive help in completing requirements from the instructors and counselors on
the staff. As each requirement is passed and approved, it will be recorded on the Scout’s merit badge card. At the end of
the week, all cards will be returned to the leader for the troop’s records. Scoutmasters can check during the week on the
progress their Scouts are making.
Merit Badge Schedule
With over 35 different merit badges offered, not including specialty programs like BSA Lifeguard, ATV, Snorkeling,
Valiant Quest and others, your Scouts will have a full week of fun, adventure and advancement. Each merit badge
session is scheduled for optimum participation and to maximize staff resources so many merit badges will overlap times.
A motivated Scout could earn as many merit badges as he can work in, the staff are always accommodating, but help
him experience the adventure of camp too. To see a full listing of merit badges and their times look to the back of this
guide for the tear out schedule.
Merit Badge & Program Prerequisites
Some merit badges include requirements that cannot be completed at camp or would require too much time to complete
at camp to make completing them feasible. In addition, some merit badges and activities have age and rank
requirements while others have suggested requirements. Whenever possible we will do our best to accommodate every
Scout; we cannot circumvent a requirement but will do our best to accommodate all scouts when the prerequisite is a
suggested item.
Advanced Archery
Must have previous earned the Archery Merit Badge.
Advanced Rifle
Must be at least age 14, have previously earned the Rifle Shooting Merit Badge and be a registered Venture
Scout in the Venture Crew at Summer Camp.
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Advanced Shotgun
Must be at least age 14, have previously earned the Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge and register for Venture
Crew at Camp.
ATV Program
Must be at least age 14 to participate. Participants must submit completed Consent Form, wear long pants,
long sleeve shirt and over the ankle boots. Register online at http://lewisandclarkbsa.kintera.org/13atv.
BSA Lifeguard
Must be at least age 15 to participate. Required attendance at all sessions and evening training duties.
C.O.P.E.
Must be at least age 13 to participate per BSA requirements.
Pistol Shooting
Must be at least age 13, completed the 8th grade and register for Venture Crew at Camp. Limit 24 Scouts.
Astronomy
8.
With your counselor's approval and guidance, do ONE of the following:
a) Visit a planetarium or astronomical observatory. Submit a written report, a scrapbook, or a video presentation
afterward to your counselor that includes the following information:
1. Activities occurring there
2. Exhibits and displays you saw
3. Telescopes and other instruments being used
4. Celestial objects you observed
b) Plan and participate in a three-hour observation session that includes using binoculars or a telescope. List the
celestial objects you want to observe, and find each on a star chart or in a guidebook. Prepare an observing log or
notebook. Show your plan, charts, and log or notebook to your counselor before making your observations. Review
your log or notebook with your counselor afterward.
c) Plan and host a star party for your Scout troop or other group such as your class at school. Use binoculars or a
telescope to show and explain celestial objects to the group.
d) Help an astronomy club in your community hold a star party that is open to the public.
e) Personally take a series of photographs or digital images of the movement of the Moon, a planet, an asteroid,
meteor, or a comet. In your visual display, label each image and include the date and time it was taken. Show all
positions on a star chart or map. Show your display at school or at a troop meeting. Explain the changes you
observed.
Camping
4.
8.
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Do the following:
f) Make a duty roster showing how your patrol is organized for an actual overnight campout. List assignments for
each member.
g) Help a Scout patrol or a Webelos Scout unit in your area prepare for an actual campout, including creating the
duty roster, menu planning, equipment needs, general planning, and setting up camp.
Do the following:
d) Cook at least one breakfast, one lunch, and one dinner for your patrol from the meals you have planned for
requirement 8c. At least one of those meals must be a trail meal requiring the use of a lightweight stove.
Show experience in camping by doing the following:
a) Camp a total of at least 20 days and 20 nights. Sleep each night under the sky or in a tent you have pitched.
The 20 days and 20 nights must be at a designated Scouting activity or event. You may use a week of long-term
camp toward this requirement. If the camp provides a tent that has already been pitched, you need not pitch your
own tent.
b) On any of these camping experiences, you must do TWO of the following, only with proper preparation and
under qualified supervision:
1. Hike up a mountain, gaining at least 1,000 vertical feet.
2. Backpack, snowshoe, or cross-country ski for at least 4 miles.
3. Take a bike trip of at least 15 miles or at least four hours.
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4. Take a non-motorized trip on the water of at least four hours or 5 miles.
5. Plan and carry out an overnight snow camping experience.
6. Rappel down a rappel route of 30 feet or more.
Citizenship in the World
3.
Do the following.
a) Pick a current world event. In relation to this current event, discuss with your counselor how a country's
national interest and its relationship with other countries might affect areas such as its security, its economy, its
values, and the health of its citizens. Tour your state capitol building or the U.S. Capitol. Tell your counselor what
you learned about the capitol, its function, and the history.
b) Select a foreign country and discuss with your counselor how its geography, natural resources, and climate
influence its economy and its global partnerships with other countries.
4. Do TWO of the following:
a) Explain international law and how it differs from national law. Explain the role of international law and how
international law can be used as a tool for conflict resolution.
b) Using resources such as major daily newspapers, the Internet (with your parent's permission), and news
magazines, observe a current issue that involves international trade, foreign exchange, balance of payments, tariffs,
and free trade. Explain what you have learned. Include in your discussion an explanation of why countries must
cooperate in order for world trade and global competition to thrive.
c) Select TWO of the following organizations and describe their role in the world.
1. The United Nations
2. The World Court
3. World Organization of the Scout Movement
4. The World Health Organization
5. Amnesty International
6. The International Committee of the Red Cross
7. CARE
7. Do TWO of the following (with your parent's permission) and share with your counselor what you have learned:
a) Visit the website of the U.S. State Department. Learn more about an issue you find interesting that is discussed
on this website.
b) Visit the website of an international news organization or foreign government, OR examine a foreign newspaper
available at your local library, bookstore, or newsstand. Find a news story about a human right realized in the
United States that is not recognized in another country.
c) Visit with a student or Scout from another country and discuss the typical values, holidays, ethnic foods, and
traditions practiced or enjoyed there.
d) Attend a world Scout jamboree.
e) Participate in or attend an international even in your area, such as an ethnic festival, concert, or play.
Third year camper or 12 years of age recommended.
Cooking (required beginning 1/1/14)
3.
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Plan a menu for two straight days (six meals) of camping. Include the following:
a) A camp dinner with soup; meat, fish, poultry, or an appropriate substitute; two fresh vegetables; drink; and
dessert. All are to be properly prepared. When preparing your menu, follow the nutritional guidelines set by the
food pyramid.
b) A one-pot dinner. Use foods other than canned.
c) Using the menu planned for requirement 3, make a food list showing cost and amount needed to feed three or
more boys.
d) List the utensils needed to cook and serve these meals.
Using the menu planned for requirement 3, do the following and discuss the process with your merit badge
counselor:
a) Prepare and serve for yourself and two others, the two dinners, one lunch, and one breakfast. Time your
cooking so that each course will be ready to serve at the proper time.*
b) For meals prepared in requirement 4a for which a fire is needed, use a lightweight stove or build a low-impact
fire. Include support for your cooking utensils from rocks, logs, or like material. The same fireplace may be used for
more than one meal. Use a backpacking stove to cook at least one meal. (Where local regulations do not allow you to
do this, the counselor may change the requirement to meet the law.)
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7.
c) For each meal prepared in requirement 4a, use safe food-handling practices. Dispose of garbage, cans, foil,
paper, and other rubbish by packing them out and depositing them in a proper container. After each meal, clean up
the site thoroughly.
6. Using the menu planned for requirement 5, do the following:
a) Prepare and serve for yourself and two others, the trail breakfast and dinner. Time your cooking so that each
course will be ready to serve at the proper time.*
b) Use an approved trail stove (with proper supervision) or charcoal to prepare your meals.
c) For each meal prepared in requirement 6a, use safe food-handling practices. Dispose of garbage, cans, foil,
paper, and other rubbish by packing them out and depositing them in a proper container. After each meal, clean up
the site thoroughly.
Plan a menu for three full days of meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) to be cooked at home.
a) When preparing your menu, follow the nutritional guidelines set by the food pyramid. All meals are to be
cooked or properly prepared.
b) Using the menu planned for requirement 7, make a food list showing cost and amount needed to feed yourself
and at least one adult (parent, family member, guardian, or other responsible adult).
c) Tell what utensils were needed to cook and serve these meals.
d) Prepare and serve a breakfast, lunch, and dinner from the menu you planned for requirement 7. Time your
cooking to have each course ready to serve at the proper time. Have an adult verify the preparation of the meal to
your counselor.
Climbing
Must be at least age 12 or 3rd year camper due to physical requirements.
Environmental Science
4.
Recommended Pre-work - Choose two outdoor study areas that are very different from one another (e.g., hilltop vs.
bottom of a hill; field vs. forest; swamp vs. dry land). For BOTH study areas, do ONE of the following:
a) Mark off a plot of 4 square yards in each study area, and count the number of species found there. Estimate
how much space is occupied by each plant species and the type and number of nonplant species you find. Write a
report that adequately discusses the biodiversity and population density of these study areas. Discuss your report
with your counselor.
b) Make at least three visits to each of the two study areas (for a total of six visits), staying for at least 20 minutes
each time, to observe the living and nonliving parts of the ecosystem. Space each visit far enough apart that there
are readily apparent differences in the observations. Keep a journal that includes the differences you observe. Then,
write a short report that adequately addresses your observations, including how the differences of the study areas
might relate to the differences noted, and discuss this with your counselor.
Third year camper or 12 years of age recommended.
First Aid
1.
Satisfy your counselor that you have current knowledge of all first aid requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class
and First Class ranks.
2nd year camper or 11 years old recommended.
Fishing
Scout must have fishing pole and tackle.
Fish & Wild Life Management
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Do ONE of the following:
a) Construct, erect, and check regularly at least two artificial nest boxes (wood duck, bluebird, squirrel, etc.) and
keep written records for one nesting season.
b) Construct, erect, and check regularly bird feeders and keep written records of the kinds of birds visiting the
feeders in the winter.
c) Design and implement a backyard wildlife habitat improvement project and report the results.
d) Design and construct a wildlife blind near a game trail, water hole, salt lick, bird feeder, or birdbath and take
good photographs or make sketches from the blind of any combination of 10 wild birds, mammals, reptiles, or
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Geocaching
7.
With your parent’s permission go to www.geocaching.com. Type in your zip code to locate public Geocaches in your
area. Share with your counselor the posted information about three of those Geocaches. Then, pick one of the three
and find the cache.
Geology
4.
Do ONE of the following:
a) With your parent's and counselor's approval, visit with a geologist, land use planner, or civil engineer. Discuss
this professional's work and the tools required in this line of work. Learn about a project that this person is now
working on, and ask to see reports and maps created for this project. Discuss with your counselor what you have
learned.
Motorboating
Must be at least age 14
Search and Rescue
4.
Find out who in your area has authority for search and rescue and what their responsibilities are. Discuss this with
your counselor, and explain the official duties of a search and rescue team.
5. Complete the training for ICS-100, Introduction to Incident Command System. Print out the certificate of
completion and show it to your counselor. Discuss with your counselor how the ICS compares with Scouting's patrol
method.
6. Identify four types of search and rescue teams and discuss their use or role with your counselor. Then do the
following:
a) Interview a member of one of the teams you have identified above, and learn how this team contributes to a
search and rescue operation. Discuss what you learned with your counselor.
b) Describe the process and safety methods of working around at least two of the specialized SAR teams you
identified above.
c) Explain the differences between wilderness, urban, and water SARs.
10. Find out about three career or volunteer opportunities in search and rescue. Pick one and find out the education,
training, and experience required for this professional or volunteer position. Discuss this with your counselor, and
explain why this position might interest you.
Must be at least age 12 or 3rd year camper.
Shotgun Shooting
Must be at least age 12 or 3rd year camper.
Wilderness Survival
Sleeping Bag, Tarp and rope required for overnight outing.
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ORDER OF THE ARROW – NISHA KITTAN LODGE #114
Nisha Kittan Lodge of the Lewis & Clark Council prides itself on promotion and service to our Council camps. Welcome
to Camp Joy and Camp Sunnen.
As Scouting’s National Honor Society, our purpose is to:
Recognize those who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily lives and through that recognition
cause others to conduct themselves in a way that warrants similar recognition.
Promote camping, responsible outdoor adventure, and environmental stewardship as essential components of
every Scout’s experience, in the unit, year-round, and in summer camp.
Develop leaders with the willingness, character, spirit and ability to advance the activities of their units, our
Brotherhood, Scouting, and ultimately our nation.
Crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to others.
Elections
The Order of the Arrow membership requirements are:
Be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
After registering with a troop or team, have experienced 15 days and nights of Boy Scout camping during the
two-year period prior to the election. The 15 days and nights must include one, but no more than one, long-term Boy
Scout Resident Camp consisting of six consecutive days and five nights of resident camping, approved and under the
auspices and standards of the Boy Scouts of America. The balance of the camping must be overnight, weekend, or
other short-term camps.
Youth must be under the age of 21, hold the BSA First Class rank or higher, and following approval by the
Scoutmaster or Varsity Coach, be elected by the youth members of their troop or team.
Adults (age 21 or older) who are registered in the BSA and meet the camping requirements may be selected
following nomination to the Lodge adult selection committee. Adult selection is based on their ability to perform the
necessary functions to help the Order fulfill its purpose, and is not for recognition of service, including current or
prior positions.
Selected adults must be an asset to the Order because of demonstrated abilities, and must provide a positive example
for the growth and development of the youth members of the Lodge. The number of adults nominated can be no
more than one-third of the number of youth candidates elected, rounded up where the number of youth candidates is
not a multiple of three. In addition to the one-third limit, the unit committee may nominate the currently-serving
unit leader (but not assistant leaders), as long as he or she has served as unit leader for at least the previous twelve
months. Example: 11 youth elected, 4 adults plus the unit leader can be nominated)
Youth elections should be scheduled through your Troop Representative at a Chapter meeting. Chapter meetings are
held the same nights and location of the District Roundtables. If you can’t make contact with your Chapter, please
contact the Lodge Unit Election Adviser as listed on our website www.nisha-kittan.org.
NO Elections will be held at Camp!
All Youth Elections must be completed by May 3, 2013
All Adult Nomination Forms must be received in the Council Service Center by May 9, 2013
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Nisha Kittan at Summer Camp
Lodge Meeting, Monday at 9:00 PM. All members of the Order of the Arrow are encouraged to attend this
meeting. The purpose of this meeting will be to secure support for the OA Call-Out later in the week and fellowship.
The location of this meeting will be announced.
Ice Cream Social, Monday at 9:00 PM. Our OA Coordinator would like to invite all first year campers to share
ice cream with us! We will be explaining to the new Scouts our purpose and describe the Call-Out ceremony later in
the week. The location of this event will be announced. Please note that at least one Adult Leader should
accompany your new Scouts to this event.
Brotherhood Conversion. Have you been an Arrowman for at least 10 months? Are your dues current for 2013?
If so, you can seal your membership in the Order. The OA Coordinator will be conducting sessions to prepare you
for conversion. Conversion requires completing the questioning of study materials, a small service project, and
preparation for the ceremony. The cost is $15.
o Brotherhood Conversion is a Troop Time opportunity
o Additional opportunities will be announced by the OA Coordinator
o The study guide for this session is on our website www.nisha-kittan.org
o You can download the study guide and start studying now!
o For the Lodge to meet one element of the National OA excellence standards, we need to convert at least
30% of the Ordeal members eligible in our lodge to Brotherhood.
Brotherhood Ceremony Wednesday at 9:00 PM.
Order of the Arrow Call-Out The last scheduled event of Family Night, this ceremony will recognize those
Scouts and Scouters that were elected this year into the Honor Society of the Boy Scouts of America.
o Ceremonies will be held each Thursday beginning at 8:15. Scouts should meet at the flagpole while families
are ushered to the ceremony site.
If you are from another Council and Lodge and will be attending a Lewis & Clark Council Camp, and would like to have your CallOut completed:
Nisha Kittan Lodge may not call out candidates from a visiting out-of-Council Troop or Team unless the Unit
Leader presents a letter from the home Lodge Chief and Lodge Adviser, requesting the Call-Out and identifying the
members to be called out. A signed copy of the home Lodge’s Unit Election report must accompany this letter.
(Taken from the Guide for Officers and Advisers)
Please send copies as identified below to Nisha Kittan prior to May 16, 2013. Please send to Jim Page at
[email protected]
Also have the Unit Leader bring copies of the forms and give them to the OA Camp Coordinator.
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THE TRIBE OF MANNASEH (Camp Joy Only)
Mannaseh is a camp leadership program at Camp Joy. Its purpose it to reinforce the principles of the Scout Oath and
Law and to encourage continued participation in Scouting (with special emphasis on the long-term summer resident
camp experience) by developing and recognizing youth and adult camp leaders.
Mannaseh accomplishes its purposes by affording its members both initial and on-going opportunities for introspection
on Scouting values, as well as practical application of those ideals. The air of mystery, the pageantry of ceremonies, the
color and trappings of Native American material culture, increased self-esteem developed by succeeding at difficult tasks
and recognition gained through growth in responsibility are all key ingredients of the appeal of Mannaseh.
Mannaseh can be described as a program “of, by, and for camp”…. and while its’ basic activity is found in camp,
Mannaseh’s ideals extend to a member’s activities throughout the year and on into later life through his “Four Hearts
Resolutions”. This proud heritage and tradition is renewed each time a wide-eyed young Scout enters the callout
ceremony and leaves to begin the trail to the inner circle of the Tribe of Mannaseh.
Nomination forms are available by logging on to www.mannaseh.org or www.lewisandclarkbsa.org and should be turned in to
the Council Service Center by May 1st (along with your summer camp payment). Late nominations must be turned in to the
TOM Coordinator on or before the Camp Leaders Meeting held on Sunday night at Camp Joy.
Tribal History
Mannaseh came into being In January 2001 out of a need to provide an enhanced outdoor Boy Scout program during
long-term summer camp program at Camp Joy. Only those programs which met the Boy Scouts of America principals
for acceptable camp societies, had roots in a deep-seeded personal commitment to the Scout Oath, fostered a loyalty to
the long-term summer camp experience, offered a hierarchical structure of increasing levels of leadership responsibility
and were complimentary and compatible with the national Honor Camping Society seemed to offer the prospects of
attracting and holding the interest of older Scouts.
Youth Membership (if nominated by his Scouting Unit Leadership)
A Scout must be active in his Scouting unit.
Advance in rank prior to returning to Summer Camp at Camp Joy.
Demonstrate leadership.
Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Live up to the ideals and spirit of Mannaseh.
Participate in Tribal activities in costume on Tuesday at Camp Joy and participate in Part 2 of the ceremonies
the weekend of July 26-27, 2013 at Camp Joy or in the spring of 2014.
The Scout may enter the program in his 1st Year at Camp Joy as a Kit Fox.
Youth can advance in the program as “full members” of the Tribe in their 2nd Year at Camp Joy if they are
First Class Scout, and at least 12 years old.
Advancement to “Warrior” is for 3rd Year campers who have reached the rank of Star Scout, held a position of
responsibility in his unit, is at least 13 years old and builds the required costume.
Elevation to the “Paint Stations” is reserved for Youth Members that continue to advance in Scout Rank,
attend summer camp at Camp Joy and build the required costume.
Staff members must be nominated by their Unit Leadership and attend the ceremonies.
Adult Membership
Must be a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
It is highly desirable that a nominee has an interest and active participation in support of Scouting and its
outdoor program. That would include a Scoutmaster or committee member who has provided direct leadership for
at least a week at Summer Camp. Scouters who provide indirect leadership through support to the troop and
camping program over several years will also be considered.
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HONOR TROOP AWARD
SENIOR PATROL LEADERS, TURN IN BEFORE CLOSING CAMPFIRE
TROOP: __________________________
CAMPSITE: _________________________________
The Honor Troop Award is the highest award any troop can receive during their stay at Camp. It is difficult to earn but each
troop is capable of completing the requirements. The Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster are responsible for working together
to guide the troop towards finishing each of the twelve points. Feel free to ask your Troop Guide or Commissioner for assistance
on any questions that you may have. Remember the Honor Troop Award is achieved by those troops who remain dedicated to
pursuing scouting excellence. On behalf of the staff we wish you all success.
SPL / SM Initial:
_____/_____ Trustworthy
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A Troop is:
Follow all camp policies and expectations as outlined in
the leader’s guide and/or explained by camp staff.
Meet the requirements of the camp advancement
program by having each scout earn at least one merit
badge or certification (BSA Lifeguard, etc.) or, if not
yet a First Class Scout, pass at least 10 rank
advancement requirements.
Participate in at least 5 flag ceremonies as a troop.
Lead a camp-wide flag ceremony or hold a troop flag
ceremony in your own campsite.
Signature of Completion: _________________________
_____/_____ Helpful
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(Campsite Host)
As a troop, perform a camp improvement project.
Project suggestions are available or you may design
your own. Before beginning, have it approved by your
Commissioner or Camp Director.
Signature of Completion: ________________________
_____/_____ Friendly
Participate in a campfire with another troop, either as a
host troop or as an invited guest troop. Each patrol
should learn a new song or skit for the fire.
Be on time for all meals and camp-wide events. You
will be disqualified from Honor Troop if scouts
approach the parade field during roll call.
Evaluated by Commissioner at week end
_____/_____ Kind
•
Each member of the troop should embody the scout
spirit by showing respect for fellow scouts, the troop
leadership, the adult leaders, and also the staff.
SPL must obtain all necessary signatures for this form,
write troop number on it and be the one to turn it in.
_____/_____ Cheerful
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Contribute to dining hall program by singing meal-time
songs. This requirement will be evaluated by the Program
Director throughout the week
Show your troop pride by participating in both
campfires and as many camp-wide activities as possible.
_____/_____ Thrifty
•
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As a troop, minimize consumption and waste (including
food, money, etc.).
Settle up all camper fees with the Camp Office Friday
before campfire and be prepared to pay all outstanding
bills Saturday before checkout.
_____/_____ Brave
•
Participate in a troop time activity in 4 of 7 areas :
Aquatics: ___________ Eco / Con: ______________
Scoutcraft: __________ Shooting: ______________
Tower: ______________Handicraft _____________
Improvement___________
•
Maintain your campsite properly, adhering to the unit
Fire Guard Plan.
Each patrol leader should ensure that all members of
his patrol wash their hands before eating.
Each patrol should participate in a litter-sweep of an
area or trail in camp.
Evaluated by Commissioner at week end
(Commissioner)
_____/_____ Courteous
•
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_____/_____ Loyal
•
•
_____/_____ Obedient
_____/_____ Clean
•
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_____/_____ Reverent
•
As a troop, attend vespers Wednesday night or hold
two vespers services in your campsite.
Signature of Completion: ______________________
(Program Director)
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SUMME
S
ER CA
AMP PREOR
RDER
Trooop #_____________ Distrrict__________________________ Caamp ______________ Seession _____________
Nam
me___________________
________ Adddress_______________________________________________________
City______________________
______ Statee________ Zip________
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_________ Phone_____
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The following
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item
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and Leaders
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and will guarantee availability.
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Y
Your
paid ordeers by May 15th
packaged and available Junee 1st at the
Coun
ncil Service Cen
nter, can be sh
hipped or availlable at camp.. These prices are special pree-order prices and
a do not refflect the pricess
in efffect at the cam
mp trading post.
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Cam
mp Shirt
Quantity
Select
S
Color
(Charcoal,
Antique
A
Green,,
An
ntique Orangee)
Cost
Total
(custom
Troop &
Camp)
$13.00
$13.00
$13.00
$13.00
$15.00
$15.00
Sub Total
$
$
$
$
$
$
***
$
**12 Piiece minimu
um order on custom t shiirts**
Adultt Sm.
Adultt Med.
Adultt L
Adultt XL
Adultt 2XL
Adultt 3XL
Totall
Quaantity
Sellect Shirt
(Yess We Can or
Be Prepared)
Cost
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$10.00
$12.00
$12.00
Sub Total
Adultt Sm.
Adultt Med.
Adultt L
Adultt XL
Adultt 2XL
Adultt 3XL
Totall
H
Hats
Q
Quantity
Camp
p Joy
Camp
p Sunnen
Totall
Select
S
Color
(Olive or Tan)
Baack
Total
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Cost
$15.00
$15.00
Sub Total
Front
Total
$
$
$
____W
We would likee to pick up ord
der at the Bellleville Service Center (after June 1st) or _____when we arrive
a
to camp.
_____We would likee to have our order
o
shipped to us (add 10%
% of total for shipping).
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Totall Due $____________
Shippping $___________
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TOTA
AL PAID $_____________
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Please orderr at the Counciil Service Centeer and make paayments to:
LCC Summer Cam
mp Preorder
3355 West Main St.
S
Bellleville, IL 622220
LEW
WIS & CLAR
RK COUNCI
IL - BSA
Acct # 67111-101-21
CAMP SUNNEN PATROL EQUIPMENT RESERVATION FORM
Quartermaster Check Out Sheet -- Due May 1st 2013.
Troop Number _______________
Unit Leader _________________
Session: ____________________
Campsite: ________________
Our Troop will require the following camp owned equipment:
Kitchen Equipment –
Patrol Box_________________
Chef’s Tool 9 Piece Kit
Dutch oven
Griddle
Trail Chef Cook Kit
Hot Pot Tongs
Water Bottle, 2 ½-Gallons
Propane Stove
Paper Towels
Latrine Equipment –
Bucket 2 ½-Gallons
Toilet Plunger
Disinfectant, Bottle
Toilet Brush
Toilet Paper
Broom
Water Hose
Waste Management Equipment –
Plastic Trash Can
Recycle Bucket
Dish Washing Set –
Bucket Steel 2 ½ Gallon
Soap Bottle
Green Scrub Pads
Note 1: Unit Enter number of items needed.
Camp Staff - Circle number of items when issued then cross off items when
returned
Note 2: Dishes, etc., must be AIR-Dried after washing to prevent the spread of
bacteria/toxin. In no case should paper towels be used to dry items after
washing.
Note 3: All items will be clean and in good condition at both issue and turn-in.
Note 4: Fire tools at site: Shovel, Rake
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PAYMENT CALCULATOR
Troop Number___________________
Camp Session___________________
Troop Contact Name_______________________ Phone ______________________________
Email________________________________________________________________________
Payments can be made online at http://lewisandclarkbsa.org/camping/boyscouts/summercamp
All payments should be mailed to:
Lewis & Clark Council
335 West Main Street
Belleville, IL 62220
May 1, 2013 Deadline (Camper Savings Fee)
Number of Scouts attending Camp @ $220/Scout
Number of Leaders attending Camp @ $100/Leader
“Free Leader” for 5 paid Scouts and for every 10 additional
TOTAL
Less $100 deposit
TOTAL ENCLOSED
-$100.00
Leader Fees
One adult leader is free with five paid Scouts; an additional free leader is awarded for
each additional ten Scouts. For instance: 5-14 Scouts = 1 Free Leader, 15-24 Scouts =
2 Free Leaders, 25-34 Scouts = 3 Free Leaders and so on. The fee for additional
leaders is $100.
May 2, 2013 Late Fee
Number of Scouts attending Camp @ $240/Scout
Number of Leaders attending Camp @ $100/Leader
“Free Leader” for 5 paid Scouts and for every 10 additional
TOTAL
Less $100.00 deposit
TOTAL ENCLOSED
TOTAL ENCLOSED
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-$100.00
Camp Joy
10700 Camp Joy Road
Carlyle, IL 62231
Telephone 618-594-2345
History of Camp Joy
In 1945, the Joy Foundation located in Centralia Illinois, gave the land, which is now Camp Joy to the then, existing Kaskaskia
Council BSA. In 1965, the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Valley Council merged and became the Okaw Valley Council. A
consolidation in 2009 between the Okaw Valley Council and the Trails West Council formed the Lewis & Clark Council, Boy
Scouts of America, which currently operates the facility.
Camp Joy, which is located 45 miles east of St. Louis near Carlyle, Illinois, is a 165-acre camp. The camp offers a traditional Boy
Scout summer camping program as well as a year-round camping opportunity for both Scout units and non-Scout organizations.
The camp contains 16 campsites, a dining hall, trading post, showers, first aid building, and a handicap accessible campsite. The
camp also offers a lake for a wide range of aquatic activities, a full shooting sports program as well as a Project COPE program
and a climbing tower. A wide range of merit badges are offered during the summer camping season.
Camp Joy is home to the Tribe of Mannaseh camping recognition program designed to encourage youth to return to summer
camp each year. This program, along with the Order of the Arrow, further strengthens the Scouting program within the camp.
Camp Sunnen
11304 Sunnen Lake Road
Potosi, MO. 63664
Telephone 573-438-5495
History of Camp Sunnen
In 1953, Camp Sunnen began operating on land owned by the Sunnen Family located on Lake Sunnen west of Potosi, Missouri in
the Mark Twain National Forest. The “Patrol Method” of cooking was adopted in 1955 and a capital development plan was
initiated for the camp. In 1973, through the generous gift of the Sunnen family, 370 acres of land formerly used as Camp Sunnen
was deeded to the Boy Scouts. Today, Camp Sunnen is 340 acres. Fresh drinking water is provided by a year round spring. The
lake and aquatics are offers extensive swimming, boating and snorkeling opportunities. Camp Sunnen offers a full range of merit
badge opportunities in the areas of scout craft, shooting sports, handicraft and nature. Camp Sunnen also has a
climbing/repelling tower with a rock wall attached.
Located 90 miles south of St. Louis, Missouri, Camp Sunnen is unique because of the closeness to clear bottom Missouri streams
and the Mark Twain National Forest. Camp Sunnen’s location provides a springboard into the wilderness for Scouts prepared to
meet the challenge of true wilderness hiking, camping and canoeing. Scouts who attend Sunnen can also experience the “Mud
Cave”.
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Camp Joy
10700 Camp Joy Road
Carlyle, IL 62231
ATV Field
Road
N
County Road 1680 E
Trail
Mannaseh
Creek
COPE
Property
Line
Blackfoot
Flamingo Cove
Lake Staff Row
Walkö
alköhl
Seneca
Program
Renschen
Scoutcraft
Rule
Neyati
Camping
Latrine
Ecology
Council Ring
Cherokee
Chapel
OA Lodge
Algonquin
Flags
Fishing
Shack
Boating
Aquatics
Spillway
Illinois
Power
Trail
Rootbeer
Garden
New
Hope
O' Pavilion
Office
Archery
Chippewa
Rifle
Shower
Dining
Kickapoo
Health
Hall
Lodge
Warehouse
Iroquois
Shotgun
Fire Road
Camp Joy Road
Main Gate
Ottawa
Hiking Trails
Bridge
Burn Pile
Stone Quarry Creek
Wilderness Survival
Nature Trails
Valiant
Quest
Ute
Beard
Lewis & Clark Council
Camp Joy
Sioux
– Est. 1945 / 167.5 Acres –
Seton
Map produced using NAIP aerial
photography, NED topography, and
manually collected GPS data.
Crockett
Boone
Meters
Bunkhouse Road
Cartographer: Robert Ruark, Data collectors: David Hermerding, Chris Katzer, Andrew Combs,
Map Icons: Map Icon Collection (CC), Additional Data: USGS 1969 & 2009 Beckemeyer Quadrangle,
Clinton County Plat Atlas, Troop 53 Orienteering Project, Published: MMXII, Version #4.0
500
Feet
100
1000
200
300
Road
N
Program
ATV
Camp Sunnen
Camping
Trail
Property
Line
11304 Sunnen Lake Road
Potosi, MO 63664
Latrine
The Point
Ecology
Doroghazi
Mud Cave
Crockett
Ole' Scouters
Lewis
Boating
Aq
ua
tic Climbing
s
Clark Boone
Private Property
Karandjeff
Assembly
Area
Main Lodge
YMCA Property
Hooks
Wildlife Pond
Health
Lodge
Chaples
Wilkins
Hilltop
Shower
Henn1
Joliet
Rock House
Henn2
Barn
Bunkhouses
Rifle
Audubon
Parking
Archery
Shotgun
Family Staff
Private Property
Security Building
Lewis & Clark Council
Camp Sunnen
– Est. 1951 / 254 Acres –
Front Gate
Map produced using NAIP aerial
photography, NED topography, and
manually collected GPS data.
Dump
Cartographer: Robert Ruark, Icons: Map Icons Collection (CC),
Data collectors: Matt Bauman, Paul Combs, Justin Mushil, JDS
Published: MMXII,
MMXII, Version #3.0
Feet
Meters
500
100
1000
200
300
Lewis & Clark Council Summer Camp Schedule
Troop ________________
7:55 AM
1:00 Gates Open
8:00 AM
1:00 - 2:00 Check in
9:00 AM
5:50 Camp Retreat
6:00 Dinner
10:00 AM
7:00 SPL/SM Mtg
8:15 Meet at Flagpoles 11:00 AM
8:30 Opening Campfire
10:00 PLC (on campsite) 12:15 PM
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Reveille
Reveille
Reveille
Reveille
Reveille
*Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
9:30 Leader Mtg.
9:30 Leader Mtg.
9:30 Leader Mtg.
9:30 Leader Mtg.
9:30 Leader Mtg.
10:30 Safety Afloat / Safe
Swim Defense
10:30 Climb On /
Trek Safely
*Lunch
Lunch
*Lunch
*Lunch
Trading Post
1:00 PM
2-4 p.m. (Sun)
9-11:30 a.m. (M-F)
1:45-4:30 p.m. (M-Th)
7:15-8 p.m. (Sun-F)
9-11 a.m. (Sat)
2:00 PM
2:00 Youth Protection
Training
2:00 Leave no Trace Training
3:00 PM
**Troop Time
**Troop Time
Office
5:50 PM
Retreat
Retreat
Retreat
1:00-4:00p.m. (Sun)
9:00-11:00 a.m. (M-F)
2:00-4:00 p.m. (M-F)
7:15-8:15 p.m. (S-F)
7:30-11:00 a.m. (Sat)
6:00 PM
Dinner
Dinner
Dinner
7:00 PM
**Troop Time
TOM Callout
8:15 PM
Grub Hustle
Camp-wide Game
**Troop Time
8:30 PM
*Food pickup for
Campsite Meals
7:00 a.m. - Breakfast
Noon - Lunch
5:30 p.m. - Dinner
*Lunch
Siesta
**Troop Time
**Troop Time
OA Ice Cream Social
(Joy Only)
Troop Campfire
Retreat
Retreat
8:30 a.m.
*Dinner
Dinner
Brotherhood
**Troop Time
Pistol Shoot
Meet at Flag Poles
Interfaith Worship
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Sick Call
Wed 9:00
Meet at Flag Poles
IOLS
Closing Campfire
Five Sessions
9:00-12:00 (M-F)
Jam Session
SM Specific
Taps / Quiet Time
*Meal in Bullpen at Camp Sunnen
Camp Director - Dan Dickson
Leader Mtg's.
12:45 M-F
9:30 PM
10:00 PM Taps / Quiet Time
Break Camp /
Check Out by
Noon
Camp wide
Activities
OA Callout
9:00 PM
*Breakfast
SPL Mtg's.
Free Swim / Open Boating
4:00 PM
Saturday
9:30 M-F
Family Night
Sunday Schedule
Monday
Taps / Quiet Time
Taps / Quiet Time
Taps / Quiet Time
**Troop Time = Camp Program Scheduled by SPL
Program Director - Alex Idoux
Four Sessions
2:00-4:00 (M-Th)
Our Campsite Host ___________________
Summer Camp Merit Badge Schedule
9:00
10:30
9:00 - 10:30
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:30
11:00
11:30
2:00
Archery
Rifle Shooting
Shotgun Shooting
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:30
10:30 - 12:00
2:00 - 3:00
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:00
11:00 - 12:00
11:00 - 12:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
9:00 - 10:00
Handicraft (1)
Scoutcraft (3)
Camping
Cooking
Geocaching
Pioneering
Wilderness Survival
9:00 - 10:00
9:00 - 10:00
Citizenship in the World
Search and Rescue
First Aid
Valiant Quest
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:00
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00
2:00 - 3:00
11:00 - 12:00
11:00 - 12:00
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
11:00 - 12:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
10:00 - 11:00
2:00 - 3:00
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:00
Tenderfoot
Second Class
11:00 - 12:00
2:00 - 3:00
VQ Aquatics
First Class
11:00 - 12:00
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00
9:00 - 10:30
10:30 - 12:00
9:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
<-----ALL DAY----->
Available During Troop Time (may not complete in 1 hour)
Basketry Merit Badge
Fingerprinting Merit Badge
Plus tons more activities and adventures
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4:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
9:00 - 10:00
10:00 - 11:00
11:00 - 12:00
9:00 - 10:30
10:30 - 12:00
9:00 - 10:30
10:30 - 12:00
Advanced Archery
Advanced Rifle
Advanced Shotgun
Motorboating
Small Boat Sailing
Climbing
ATV Program
COPE (Joy Only)
BSA Lifeguard
3:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 3:00
&
2:00 - 3:00
2:00 - 4:00
<---ALL DAY--->
Free Swim, Open Boating
Astronomy
Environmental Science
Fish & Wildlife Management
Fishing
Forestry
Geology
Nature
2:30
10:30 - 12:00
11:00 - 12:00
10:30 - 12:00
9:00 - 10:00
Indian Lore
Leatherwork
Metalwork
Space Exploration
Wood Carving
Older Scout (3)
10:00
Troop Time Block
Canoeing
Kayaking
Lifesaving
Rowing
Swimming
9:30
Other (6)
Field Sport Ecology/Conservation (3)
Aquatics (5)
Time
Lewis & Clark Council Valiant Quest Schedule
Time
9:00
(Tenderfoot)
10:00
(Second Class)
Monday
Camp Tour
9 - Buddy System
Tuesday
11 - Poisonous Plants
12a - Choking
12b - First Aid
Wednesday
4a - Whip & Fuse
4b - Hitches
Thursday
5 - Safe Hiking
Friday
4c - EDGE Square Knot
3c - Knife/Saw/Ax Care
Totin' Chip
7a - Hurry Cases
7c - First Aid
3d - Prepare Tinder
3e - Cooking Fires
3f - Fire Building
1a - Compass
1b - 5 Mile Hike
2 - Leave no Trace
6 - Animal Identification
Totin' Chip
8b - Bandages
8c - Transport
8d - Heart Attack
7a - When Lashings
7b - Camp Gadget
8a - Bowline
5 Mile Hike continues
1 - Navigation
2 - Orienteering
6 - Plant Identification
11:00
(First Class)
2:00
Non Swimmer &
Beginner - Skill Instruction
Lunch
Second Class Req. 8a - Safe Swim, 8b - Swimming Skills, 8c - Reach Rescues
First Class Req. 9a - Safety Afloat, 9b - Swim Test, 9c - Line Rescue
Swimmers -
Swimming Merit Badge (Scouts who completed Swimmers test on Sunday)
The Valiant Quest program is designed with the Scout in Mind. Scouts can pick and choose which sessions they want to attend based on individual Troop
activities. In general, Tenderfoot skills will be covered during the 9:00 hour, Second Class Skills at 10:00 and First Class skills at 11:00. Scouts who have already
advanced past tenderfoot have no need to attend the 9:00 session unless they want a refresher course.
Based on Scoutmaster suggestions, swimming Merit Badge or Swimming Skills will be taught to all Scouts in the Valiant Quest program. Scouts who pass the
swimmers test during check in on Sunday will work on Swimming Merit Badge, those who do not will have swimming skill instruction and work on completing
Second and First Class Rank Requirements.
This schedule is a listing of the basic skills that will occur during each block of time. Additional patrol activities, games and skills will be a part of the Valiant Quest
program to reinforce the camp program, patrol method and new skills.
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