Camp Roosevelt 2015 Webelos Leader and Parent Program Guide

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1 Camp Roosevelt 2015 Webelos Leader and Parent Program Guide Where the memories of the past meet the dreams of the future.

2 From the Camp Director 2015 Parents and Leaders, Welcome to Legends of the Hidden Temple at Camp Roosevelt. We are looking forward to serving you and your WEBELOS Scout this year. Camp Roosevelt has a very experienced and well-seasoned staff to handle your Scouts. The WEBELOS will play, work on achievements, learn scout skills, make handicrafts, make new friends, learn cooperation with others, and cook some good food. They will venture through the vast wilderness of Roosevelt in search of lost treasure from history long forgotten. We ll test their strength, speed, and mind in our Adventures training throughout the week. And maybe they ll find the long lost relic of the Hidden Temple. Anything is possible with enough Scout Spirit! Welcome to Roosevelt for another exciting adventure this summer. Yours in Scouting, Francis Cincotti Camp Roosevelt Camp Director BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA Garden State Council 2

3 Check-In Procedures Check-In: Webelos are to arrive at Camp Roosevelt on Sunday August 2 nd between 1:00pm and 3:00pm. Initial check-in will take place outside of Shobe Lodge, just beyond the parking area. All paperwork must be verified by the Program Staff at that time. Participants will receive their camp apparel and gear as well as their campsite and den assignments during check-in. Camp vehicles will be used to transport gear to the campsites. After the initial check-in, participants will proceed to Spark s Health Lodge for their medical recheck and to sign in any medications that will be administered during the stay at camp. All participants (adults and scouts) must have parts A, B, and C completed on the official BSA Medical form. Once the medical recheck is complete, participants will go to the pool for their mandatory swim check to determine swimming ability. The classifications and requirements are as follows: Non-Swimmer: Have not passed a swimming test. Beginner: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resume swimming as before and return to the starting place. Swimmer: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl; then swim 25 yards using the easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. After completing the swim test, participants will go to their designated campsites to unpack and get ready for their tour of camp. Campsite Etiquette and Camp Tour (4pm): A staff member will meet you in your campsite to provide an overview of how to take care of your new home away from home and then take you on a camp tour. Please wear your camp T-shirt as it will be your uniform for camp. Leaders Meeting (5pm): Beginning at 5:00pm over at the Health Lodge tarp, there will be a short Leaders Meeting with the Camp and Program Directors to discuss program overviews and follow-up with any questions from Check-In, along with additional program materials. We ask that each Den or unit send one Adult Leader to receive the information. 3

4 General Camp Procedures Buddy System: The Buddy System must be used at all times in camp. For trips to the Health Lodge, make sure you have a buddy to return to camp with if the scout needs to stay for treatment. No Webelos should be seen around camp alone. Campsite: Each site will have a covered picnic table for your group. There is a fire ring (this is the only place you are allowed to build your fire.) A Fire Chart is posted on the bulletin board at your site; it should be signed by the adult responsible for the fire each day. Each site will have a water bucket, shovel, and rake for fire safety. KEEP ALL OPEN FLAMES (candles, matches, etc.) AWAY FROM TENTS! If you are bringing a lantern, it must be propane. No liquid fuels are permitted in camp. Each campsite has access to a wash station for washing hands, brushing teeth, etc. Food at your campsite should be kept in a cooler or in a Rubber-Maid type tote with a lid that snaps closed. NO FOOD IS ALLOWED IN THE LEAN-TOS/TENTS! Keep your site neat and clean. Facilities: Flush toilets and showers are available at the pool. There are separate facilities for youth and adult (male and female.) Everyone needs to do their part to keep the restrooms and showers clean. We thank you in advance for your cooperation. Early Departure: Adults who must leave camp for any reason need to sign out at McKeever Lodge. If you are returning, sign in at McKeever Lodge. Adults planning to alternate coverage should wait until their replacement has arrived and checked-in to assure that the Webelos are well supervised at all times. Prior notice must be given to the Camp Director for any non-emergency sign-outs. Boys leaving camp for any reason must be signed out at McKeever Lodge by an adult with pre-approval from their parent/guardian. Returning scouts must be signed in at McKeever Lodge by an approved adult. Prior notice must be given to the Camp Director for any non-emergency sign-outs. Medical Services: The Health Officer is available in Spark s Health Lodge 24 hours a day. Webelos requiring medication must be brought to the lodge by an adult and another camper(s). No adult should be left with a scout 1-on-1. All accidents, illnesses, injuries, etc. no matter how minor, must be reported to the Health Officer and recorded. The health and safety of all participants is of the utmost priority. 4

5 Quiet Time: Quiet time is from 10pm to 7am. Please extinguish all fires and turn in so you are ready to go for the next day s activities. Smoking and Substance Abuse: There is no smoking allowed on the premises. Drugs and/or alcoholic beverages are not permitted in camp. Dangerous Wildlife: Camp is a wilderness area that is inhabited by many different kinds of wildlife. Scouts are encouraged to observe wildlife in their natural environment, but they should never approach or try to apprehend any wildlife they might encounter. Camp is home to scavenging animals such as chipmunks, squirrels, skunks, and raccoons. For this reason, Scouts should not store any type of food items in their tents. All food items should be properly stored so as not to attract the attention of these animals. Camper and Staff Identification: All campers will be issued a t-shirt and camp totem to be used as identification as a registered camper. Additionally, wrist bands will be issued to all participants including adults and staff. All visitors must sign in at McKeever Lodge and will be issued a visitor s pass for the day which will be returned to the office when signing out of camp. Security: Webelos Resident Camp administration has implemented procedures to address the possible intrusion of unauthorized persons onto the camp property. All Camp Staff will be trained in the use of these procedures and steps to take in such instances. Adult Supervision: There shall be a minimum of two adult leaders in each unit campsite. The unit leader or anyone serving as a unit leader must be at least 21 years of age and a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America. The second adult may be a registered Scouter 18 years of age or older, or a registered parent of a participating youth member. All leaders must be trained in Youth Protection from the Boy Scouts of America. The sharing of qualified leaders between units in the same campsite is permitted under a mutual agreement between the units. (Check with Chris for Scout-Parent/Leader ratio for this year). Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying: Any type of physical or emotional abuse to any person in camp will not be tolerated. Any occurrence needs to be reported to the camp administration right away. Immediate action will be taken to correct these occurrences should it be necessary. 5

6 Check-Out Procedures Check-Out: After dinner on Wednesday night, there will be time for Scouts and parents to pack up gear and load vehicles. A staff member will be around to inspect the campsite and make sure all camp items (flag, cleaning supplies, etc.) have been returned. Scouts will be dismissed for home after the closing campfire on Tuesday evening. A continental breakfast will be served on Thursday morning for Scouts spending the night; check-out will be no later than 9:30am. Emergency Procedures Sirens: Upon hearing the sirens on both sides of the lake, all campers are to report to the waterfront area immediately. Staff will be there to assist and counts will be taken to ensure that everyone is accounted for. Extreme Weather Plan: Extreme weather is thunder and lightning. If it is just raining, the program will go on as planned. Should extreme weather occur during meals or program, Scouts and leaders should follow the direction of the staff to ensure that they are in appropriate shelter. Extreme Heat: In the event of extreme temperatures, program will be modified to minimize exposure to the sun. Water stations are available around camp and all scouts will be encouraged to drink water before starting any program. 6

7 Daily Schedule Sunday: 1:00 3:00pm Check-In and Swim Checks 4:00pm Camp Etiquette and Tour 5:00pm Leaders Meeting 5:40pm Flag Ceremony, Followed by Dinner 6:30 8:00pm Den time (create Den Cheer, Flag, and Totem) 8:15pm Opening Campfire 9:00pm Cracker Barrel 10:00pm Lights Out Monday/Tuesday/*Wednesday*: 7:30am Flag Raising followed by breakfast 8:30 9:15am Period 1 9:30 10:15am Period 2 10:30 11:15am Period 3 11:30 12:15pm Period 4 12:30 1:30pm Lunch and afternoon siesta 1:45 2:30pm Period 5 2:45 3:30pm Period 6 3:45 4:30pm Period 7 4:45 5:30pm Period 8 5:50pm Flag Retreat, Followed by Dinner 7:45 8:30pm All swim at the pool 8:45 9:45pm Movie and Cracker Barrel 10:00pm Lights Out *Wednesday*: 7:30am 5:30pm Same as Sunday/Monday/Tuesday 5:45 6:45pm Family Dinner (buffet/cafeteria style service) 7:00 7:45pm Pack-up campsite and personal gear 8:00pm Closing Campfire (please report to Council Fire Ring by 7:50pm) 9:00pm Scouts Dismissed Have a safe trip home. 7

8 Webelos Resident Week Pin and Belt Loop Requirements 2015 While Webelos Resident at Roosevelt is all about having fun and experiencing camping, it is also a great opportunity for Webelos to earn various advancements towards their next rank or Arrow of Light. As such, listed below are the activity pins and belt loops that Roosevelt will be offering this year, along with the requirements that will be covered while at camp. Activity Pins: Aquanaut: All requirements for the Aquanaut Activity Pin will be covered. Geologist: 2. Rocks and minerals are used in metals, glass, jewelry, road-building products, and fertilizer. Give examples of minerals used in these products. 5. Make a drawing that shows the cause of a volcano, a geyser, or an earthquake. 6. Explain one way in which mountains are formed. 7. Describe what a fossil is. How is it used to tell how old a formation is? Find two examples of fossils in your area. Outdoorsman: 7. Discuss with your Webelos den leader the rules of outdoor fire safety. Using these rules, show how to build a safe fire and put it out. 8. With your accompanying adult, on a campout or outdoor activity, assist in preparing, cooking, and cleanup for one of your den s meals. Tell why it is important for each den to member to share in meal preparation and cleanup, and explain the importance of eating together. 10. Demonstrate how to whip and fuse the ends of a rope. 11. Demonstrate setting up a tent or dining fly using two half hitches and a taut-line hitch. Show how to tie a square knot and explain how it is used. 12. Visit a nearby Boy Scout camp with your Webelos den. 8

9 Belt Loops: Swimming: 1. Explain the rules of Safe Swim Defense. Emphasize the buddy system. 2. Play a recreational game in the pool with your den, pack, or family. 3. While holding a kickboard, propel yourself 25 feet using a flutter kick across the shallow end of the swimming pool. BB-Gun Shooting: 1. Explain the rules for safe BB-Gun shooting that you have learned in the district/council camp or activity you are attending with your leader or adult partner. 2. Demonstrate to your leader or adult partner good BB-Gun shooting techniques, including eye dominance, shooting shoulder, breathing, sight alignment, trigger squeeze, follow through. 3. Practice shooting at your district or council camp for the time allowed. Archery: 1. Explain the rules for safe archery that you have learned in the district/council camp or activity you are attending with you leader or adult partner. 2. Demonstrate to you leader or adult partner good archery shooting techniques, including the stance and how to knock the arrow, establish the bow, draw, aim, release, followthrough and retrieve arrows. 3. Practice arrow shooting at your district or council camp for the time allowed. Geology: 1. Explain to you den or an adult family member what Geology means. 2. Collect samples of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. Explain how each was formed. 3. Collect samples of three minerals. Explain to your family or den what a mineral is and show and tell about the minerals you collected. 9

10 Fishing: 1. Review your local fishing regulations with you leader or adult partner. Explain why they are important and commit to following them. 2. Demonstrate how to properly bait a hook. 3. Try to catch a fish. Ultimate Frisbee: 1. Explain the rules of ultimate or disc golf to your leader or adult partner. 2. Spend at least 30 minutes practicing ultimate or disc golf skills. 3. Participate in a game of ultimate or disc golf. Other Activities: In addition to activity pins and belt loops the Webelos will be earning and participating in during the week, both Webelos and leaders/parents will have the opportunity to participate in a host of other open activities each day, including several specifically set around the theme of camp. 10

11 Camp Packing List Required Items: Comfortable shoes (no open toe shoes) Flashlight Poncho or rain jacket* Shorts for 4 days and 1 pair of long pants (just in case) Sleeping bag or sheets and blankets. Sleeping pad bunks are wooden frames without springs Sleepwear Soap, shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste Swimming trunks (2) Towel (2) T-Shirts (Scout acceptable logos or wording only) for 4 days. You will receive 1 camp t-shirt Underwear and socks for 4 days (plus 2 extra pairs) Suggested Items: Clothesline (for wet bathing suit and towel) Extra money for trading post Mosquito netting* Pillow Sun Block Webelos book, pen, and paper Optional Items: Batteries* Battery operated fan* Camera Camp chairs Day Pack scouts will receive a string bag Fishing gear* Sunglasses* *Items available in our Camp Trading Post Everything you bring to camp should be labeled with your name and pack #. Additional electronics (phone, radio, Gameboy, etc.) are not recommended. We are camping in the woods and everything you bring to camp may get wet so please plan accordingly. Camp Roosevelt is not responsible for any personal items brought to camp. *Adults Internet access is available at Palen Lodge and McKeever.* 11