Day Camp. Leadership Guide

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1 Day Camp Leadership Guide Day Camp Committee

2 Table of Contents Page 2.. Welcome Letter Page 3.. Mission Statement and Important Dates Page 4.. Policy and Fees Page 5.. Introduction of program and highlights Page 6.. Policy of Persons Leaving Camp Page 7-12 Training and Description of Volunteer positions Page 13.. Personal Gear Check List Page 14.. Emergency Procedures Page 15.. Agreement of Volunteers 1 P a g e

3 February 2014, Dear Day Camp Coordinators and Cub masters: We are excited to share the information in this packet with you and your pack about the Cub Scout Day Camp 2014!! The theme for this summer is Legends and Lore, it will be filled with good old fashion fun and a lots of activities that will help you to solidify a great year of Scouting for your Cub Scouts. All registered scouts may attend any or all weeks of Day Camp! This gives the Cubs, Boy Scouts and Volunteers the chance to meet a whole new group of Scouts from their area as well as another area in our Council. If you are unable to attend the week your pack is attending you may still sign up and enjoy a week or two of safe, action filled fun!! Cub Scout Day Camp is the highlight event of the summer for your Cub Scouts! Scouts who attend camp will get an opportunity to meet new friends, learn more about the Scouting programs, participate in all kinds of games and sports, arts & crafts and they even can learn how to safely use a bow and arrow and BB gun. The West Central Florida Council offers 3 weeks of Day Camp beginning in early June. These Camps are run by volunteers, just like you, who serve as our Camp Directors, program directors, medics, shooting sports instructors, program area leaders, and many more. We are excited that we will host over 700 Cub Scouts and more than 250 leaders this year at our event. We just know everyone will have a great time! Scouts who participate in Day Camp are more likely to remain in Cub Scouts, bridge to Boy Scouts and make the fundamental ideals of scouting a part of their adult lives. Use this guide to sign up your pack in Cub Scout Day Camp this summer. Please make copies of the included information and share it with your Cub Scouts and their families. An active and successful Cub Scout pack is the cornerstone of the Cub Scouting program. Thank you for all you do to make your Cub Scout pack successful in the West Central Florida Council. Your efforts will help to create young men who will do great things in their community. Yours in Scouting, Marilee Jett Marilee Jett Camp Director Cassie Riddick Cassie Riddick Program Director 2 P a g e

4 West Central Florida Council Day Camp Mission Statement: The mission of Cub Scout Day Camp is to develop moral character and good citizenship, to encourage physical and mental growth, to provide opportunities for advancement, to learn new skills, to share old skills, to strengthen pack and dens and to have FUN!! These goals will be accomplished in a communal outdoor living experience that is, above all, safe. INTRODUCTION: West Central Florida Council operates Day Camps in Pinellas County and West Pasco County. A Pack may choose to attend any or all of these camps. Remember, attendance at Day Camp counts as an activity toward earning the National Summertime Pack Award. Outdoor activities are also a requirement to earn the Journey of Excellence, which may be partially met by attending Day Camp. Most importantly camp provides an opportunity to put the OUTING in Scouting and contributes to our job of keeping the promise to the families who join Cub Packs. This guide has been designed to help you as you prepare for camp. If you have any questions, please contact the Day Camp Director, Marilee Jett or Program Director, Iona Clark or Cassie Riddick. Become Familiar with this Guide: Please review the contents of this guide and become familiar with the policies and procedures. The creation of this document is with the intent of informing you, the volunteer, with enough information to have a quality and safe Day Camp experience for you and your scout. Camp Dates: Dates Camp Location Camp/Program Directors Week A: June 9-13 th Staff Advisor: Mark Sharman Camp Soule Clearwater Camp Director: Marilee Jett (727) (cell) (727) (home) Ourgangathome3469@yahoo.com Program Director: Cassie Riddick (727) mommy2littleboys@yahoo.com Week B: June th Staff Advisor: Mark Sharman Week C: June th Staff Advisor: Mark Sharman Camp Soule Clearwater James E Grey Preserve New Port Richey Camp Director: Marilee Jett (727) (cell) (727) (home) Ourgangathome3469@yahoo.com Program Director: Cassie Riddick (727) mommy2littleboys@yahoo.com Camp Director: Marilee Jett (727) (cell) (727) (home) Ourgangathome3469@yahoo.com Program Director: Iona Clark (727) P a g e

5 Day Camp Fees Early Bird Fee $90 Pack Registered by Monday May 5 th On Time Fee $100 Pack Registered by Monday June 2 nd Walk-in $110 Pack Registered AFTER June 2 nd until opening of Camp As day camp coordinator/cub master you will be required to apply online for your pack to attend. We will not be accepting paper forms for anything other than walk-ins; walk-ins MUST have correct leadership in place from their pack in order to attend camp. Health forms should be turned in on the first day of camp at the sign in location; no one will be allowed to attend camp without forms, please note you may be sent home if you do not come with your health forms. Please go to the website look under day camp and sign your pack up. PLEASE NOTE: CAMP REFUND POLICY- All requests for refunds need to be made in writing and received in the council service center at least 2 weeks before camp begins. A 20% service charge will be assessed, unless the registration fees are transferred to another activity during Refund requests received after the 2-week deadline will be considered only if received within 10 days following camp and only for the following reasons: Personal illness of Camper A family emergency preventing attendance **the same service charges will apply Registration: All Cub Scouts need to register with their pack for Day Camp, regardless of week attending. Cub Scout campers are put into dens according to their rank with Cub Scouts from various other packs. Because of the number of boys and dens, it is impossible to meet request that certain boys be together in a den. Day Camp is a great time for Cub Scouts to get acquainted with new friends and bring new ideas to share. Please check to see that the following items are on the registration/applications for ALL campers, adult volunteers and youth volunteers: 1. Pack number 2. Rank as of September 2014 is indicated correctly(this puts them in a den so please double check) 3. Please bring A & B Medical forms with you on the day of Camp, without those forms the scout or adult will not be allowed to attend until forms are brought in. 4. Work/cell number and emergency contact phone number are a WORKING number. 5. Include 1(one) full time adult volunteer application for every 5 registered Cub Scout Day Camper. 6. Write ONE check for the entire amount payable to West Central Florida BSA. 4 P a g e

6 DAY CAMP PROGRAM: This year s theme is Legends and Lore. Every year the Day Camp Committee meets and selects a universal theme that all camp sessions use to help fulfill Day Camp Mission Statement. Highlights: Scouts are put into dens and led by Den Leaders. Each den is given a schedule to follow and will travel to each program area throughout the day. The activities listed below will be typical during each camp session. If you have a specific question or require special assistance with a certain activity or area, please call the Program Director and discuss your situation. Special Needs: If you have a scout with Special Needs please inform the Program Director 2 weeks prior to camp and offer suggestions to assist the Scout in completing as much of the program task as he can. Hour of Operation: Day Camp hours are from 8:30am to 4:30pm. We ask that volunteers arrive no later than 7:45am so they are available when the boys start to arrive and leave no earlier than 5pm to ensure all scouts are safely with their parents. Parent Permission for Camp Related Activities: Units should hold their own Camp Orientation meeting for their parents. Share contents of this guide and discuss all aspect of Day Camp. If there is an activity that the parent does not permit the Scout to participate in, the Unit Camp Coordinator should make a record of it and let the Program Director know on the first day of camp if not sooner. A scout may choose to not participate on his own during that program period; he will be required to stay with the group until the group has finished their station time. A scout will NEVER be forced to do an event of activity. Most Day Camp sessions will include the following activities: Aquatics Crafts Scout Skills Nature Games Shooting Sports ADVANCEMENT: The major intent of Day Camp Program is to have FUN!!! Boys will also learn while enjoying themselves. Advancements will not be completed while at Day Camp. Though a Scout will have the opportunity to start a belt loop, activity pin or a patch, they will not always complete the task. Each den leader will be given a sheet with the day s activities listed on each form; the den leader will turn in this form to Day Camp Staff who will tally what a boy has earned and send it to the coordinator of each pack. The Den leader will receive the sheet on Friday to return back to the parents along with medical forms and patches. Please make sure that your is correct so that you have 2 copies of the Scout s advancements. Your pack has the option of accepting these objective as completed advancements; please remember Day Camp does not provide you with advancements, you pack is responsible to purchase them. Trading Post: There will be a trading post at Camp Soule ONLY available from 10am to 3pm every day of camp. This is available for Scouts, Youth Staff and Adult Staff to purchase Healthy items such as pickles, water, pretzels, chips, etc. THERE WILL BE NO CANDY OR SODA. Please send in small amounts of money with your child. No item will be more than $1.00 or less than $.25 cents. *there is no trading post at Grey Preserve. 5 P a g e

7 PERSONS LEAVING CAMP Adults: Any adult member who must leave day camp during the day must sign-out and sign-in at the day camp office. A log book will be available at all times for this purpose. Scouts must have two-deep adult leadership at all times. Scouts: Youth members of your pack may not leave day camp without the permission of a parent or legal guardian. The Scout wishing to leave must be accompanied to the day camp office by a leader to make sure that the Scout is leaving with the right person. The Scout must also sign-out and sign-in the log book at the day camp office. Parents taking their Scout home before the end of a session must sign their Scout out.» BSA Standards Regarding Release of Scouts from Camp «Scouts desiring to leave Cub Scout Day Camp with an individual who is not the Scout s parent or legal guardian, prior to their pack s departure, must have the Scout Release Request Form completed and signed by their parent or legal guardian OR a signed letter by parent with proper identification of person who can pick up scout and be approved by the pack leader. All absentees or no shows will be verified with the pack leader at the day camp office during check-in. The Day Camp Director will request that a reason be provided by the pack leader for each absent or no show member. Reason(s) for each absence may be verified, as necessary, by telephone with the parent or legal guardian. Irregularities will be documented by the Day Camp Director, who will take action, as appropriate, and will promptly notify the Scout Executive. VISITORS: Visitors are welcome throughout the week at day camp. Please inform anyone from your pack who is planning to visit day camp that they must first report to the day camp office where they will sign-in the logbook; giving their name, the name of the Scout they re visiting and/or the purpose of their visit. Once their visit has concluded, they must stop by the day camp office and sign-out. Visitors and guests are not permitted to use the swimming facilities while at day camp. Please advise all parents to leave all family pets at home. No pets of any type are permitted on day camp property. 6 P a g e

8 ADULT VOLUNTEER: As explained in the information sheet, at roundtables, den and pack meetings, adult leadership is a necessity for a successful Day Camp Program. As a Pack you will need to recruit one FULL TIME (that means ALL 5 days from 7:45am-5:00pm) adult volunteer for every 5 Cub Scouts your pack registers for Day Camp. This does not include Tiger Cub Partners, (a Tiger Cub requires a full time adult with them at all times) nor does it include part-time volunteers sharing days. Please start asking parents now if they can volunteer their time. Please let them know all placements are made at the discretion of the Camp Directors and Quartermaster who will assign staff where they are needed most. There are also opportunities in the program areas and various jobs needing additional assistance for those who cannot volunteer their time fully for a week; part-time volunteers DO NOT COUNT towards the 1 to 5 ratio so please be advised to check your numbers. Adult volunteers must be 21 years of age and have a current BSA Youth Protection Training Certificate (within 2 yrs). Volunteers would need to go to and take the Youth Protection if they have not already done so prior to camp. A copy of Youth Protection, any CPR, 1 st Aid, Medical Licenses, Range Certificate, or Aquatic Certificates will need to be turned in on the first day of camp you are attending or at training; if you want a certain area that requires specific training we need copies of those turned in at training or opening day!!! CUB SCOUT DAY CAMP Staff Job Descriptions Camp Director Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age; Direct the overall camp operation, giving guidance to the entire camp staff towards the successful completion of the camping season. Specific Responsibilities: The camp director works closely with the Day Camp Administrator in giving leadership to the Camp. Specific responsibilities are: Day to day administration and operation of day camp Supervise day camp personnel Maintain operations within constraints of day camp budget Recruit, interview, and train day camp personnel Conduct, in cooperation with the Program Director, a camp staff training course before the opening of camp See that standards for leadership, program activities, and health and safety are maintained Promote day camp attendance Supervise the physical operation of the reservation including equipment, trading post, 7 P a g e and special facilities. Maintain harmonious relations with surrounding property owners, nearby residents, town and county officials and commercial concerns with whom the camp deals. Program Director Qualifications: Minimum 21 years of age and a registered (or willing to) member of the Boy Scouts of America; Hold (or be willing to acquire) CPR/AED/First Aid certifications, Youth Protection Training and Weather Hazards; follow/give directions and work as a team leader with strong leadership and organizational skills; willingness to delegate duties, as needed Position Description: The Program Director manages the program areas at day camp. The Program Director is a key member of the camp staff. He or she is responsible for supervising the area directors to ensure a uniform and quality program is presented to all Cub Scouts in attendance. Principle Responsibilities: Set an example as a staff member in appearance, spirit, attitude, uniform, and by using the Scout Oath and Law.

9 Attend National Camping School for Resident Camp Administration. With the assistance of the camp director, organize staff interviews and employ competent adult and youth staff. Assist with promotion of camp; communicate with parents and leaders prior to the camp season. Submit a completed Annual Health and Medical Record prior to the opening of camp. Ensure the National Camp Accreditation Program camp standards are met before camp opens for staff week. Report to the camp director. Coach program staff to perform at a high level. Write an end of season report with accurate inventories and recommendations for improving the camp operation. Provide cheerful, helpful, and efficient service to all campers and leaders. Maintain a friendly, cheerful, and helpful attitude to ensure that participants have an enjoyable experience. Solve needs and concerns of campers and leaders. Perform other duties as assigned by camp director. Den Leader General Responsibility: The Den Leader is responsible for escorting a den of boys throughout the day at camp, ensuring their safety and encouraging active participation in the programs and activities. The Den Leader assists activity area leaders as needed. The Den Leader is responsible to the Program Director. Specific Responsibilities: Arrive at camp no later than 8:00 AM. Den Leaders, Assistant Den Leaders or Den Chiefs will collect the den's lunches, place them in the cooler before the sessions begin. Take attendance and assemble your den at the Flag Pole by 8:40. Attendance sheets must be turned in to HQ by 9 AM. Escort den from place to place, keeping den members together and under control at all times. Keep accurate advancement records on all scouts. Ensure that the cubs use the Buddy System whenever they leave the den. This includes, but is not limited to, all trips to the restroom, first aid station and HQ. You are responsible for the discipline of your den. It is not the job of the Den Chief or staff. Uncontrollable cubs should be brought to the Camp Director. Please review the page on discipline in the Volunteer Manual. Den Leaders will eat lunch with their dens. Please see that your area is clean before you leave for the next session. Each den will have its own den yell and flag. Carry the flag from session to session. Songs and yells build enthusiasm and promote togetherness. They can be used while traveling from one session to another, on a hike etc Your den may be responsible for an opening or closing ceremony - consult your schedule. 8 P a g e Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer). Assistant Den Leader General Responsibility: The Assistant Den Leader is responsible for helping the den leader prepare the den area each morning and closing camp in the afternoon, assisting the den leader in escorting the cubs throughout the day at camp, ensuring their safety and encouraging active participation in the

10 programs and activities. They are responsible for assuming the duties of the Den Leader if the Den Leader is temporarily not available. The Assistant Den Leader assists activity area leaders as needed and reports to the Den Leader and Program Director. Specific responsibilities: Assist the Den Leader however necessary. Escort den from place to place, keeping den members together and under control at all times. Den chiefs, den leaders or assistant den leaders will collect the den's lunches and store them in the cooler before the first session begins. Ensure that the cubs use the buddy system at all times. This includes, but is not limited to, all trips to the restroom, first aid station and HQ. Eat lunch with their den and will police the area afterward to ensure that it is clean. Encourage the den to sing and use its den yell in order to promote enthusiasm and togetherness. Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer) Escort Cub Scouts if they need to leave the den and adult supervision is required. Youth Protection Guidelines and the buddy system must be observed at all times. Assume the duties of the Den Leader if the Den Leader is temporarily not available. Den Chief General Responsibility: The den chief is responsible for helping the den leader prepare the den area each morning and closing camp in the afternoon, assisting the den leader in escorting the cubs throughout the day at camp, ensuring their safety and encouraging active participation in the programs and activities. The den chief assists activity area leaders as needed. The den chief reports to the Den Leader and Program Director. Specific responsibilities: Work with the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director to prepare the camp in the morning by putting ice in the water coolers and assisting in traffic control. Escort den from place to place, keeping den members together and under control at all times. Den chiefs or den leaders will collect the den's lunches and store them in the cooler before the first session begins. Ensure that the cubs use the buddy system at all times. This includes, but is not limited to, all trips to the restroom, first aid station and HQ. Den chiefs will eat lunch with their den and will police the area afterward to ensure that it is clean. Encourage the den to sing and use its den yell in order to promote enthusiasm and togetherness. Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer) Work with the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director to close the camp in the afternoon by collecting and storing water coolers, assisting in traffic control and acting as a runner. Do not leave camp until dismissed by your Den Leader. Activity Area Leader (Scout Skills, Nature, Crafts) General Responsibility: The Activity Area Leader is responsible for carrying out instructive programs at Day Camp. The Area Leaders supervise an area staff including area assistants, Boy Scouts, and Jr. Volunteers and may utilize the den leaders in teaching skills and otherwise supervising the activity area. The Area Leader reports to the Program Director. 9 P a g e

11 Specific Responsibilities: Supervise the use and storage of all equipment, supplies and materials. Be sure only the correct amount of materials is used for each project. Maintain a strict check-in/out system and use the buddy system in activity area at all times. Keep records of den attendance, cooperation and spirit. Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer) Prepare a list of supplies and equipment that needs to be replaced, purchased or supplemented. Activity Area Assistant General Responsibility: The Activity Area Assistant is responsible for carrying out instructive programs at day camp. The area assistants assist in teaching skills and otherwise supervising the activity area. The area assistant reports to the Area Leader and Program Director. Specific responsibilities: Assist the Area Leader however necessary. Be aware of the area leader's responsibilities and assist them in making the activity a fun learning experience for the cubs. Assist in the use and storage of all equipment, supplies and materials. 10 P a g e Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer) Aquatics Staff Certified Waterfront Volunteers Lifeguard General Responsibilities: You will be responsible for the safety of the people in the area you are assigned to. You will also be responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the area. Lifeguards report to the Aquatics Director. Specific Responsibilities: Detailed responsibilities will be given at the Lifeguard Training that will take place before camp. Must have current: Lifeguard certification (ARC or BSA) CPR certification BSA Safety Afloat BSA Safe Swim Defense Non-certified Waterfront Volunteers Look Out General Responsibilities: You must have a swim suit on. You will watch the people in the water at the area you are assigned to. If anything occurs you will notify the Lifeguard assigned to that area. Look outs report to the Lifeguard in their area and Aquatics Director. Swim Tag Board General Responsibilities: You will check the children in to the designated area you are working, post the tags in their assigned place on the board, and check them out at the end of their session. Swim Tag Board volunteers report to the Aquatics Director. Shooting Sports Staff Range Master

12 General Responsibilities: The range master runs the archery, BB gun or slingshot range. The range master ensures the safe operation of one of the shooting sports areas. Range master must be at least 18 years old and be trained as outlined in Shooting Sports for Cub Scouting and hold a current BSA Shooting Sports Range Master certification. Range Master report to the Shooting Sports Director. Specific Responsibilities: Know and strictly follow all the safety regulations related to Shooting Sports. Train all campers and leaders in the safety fundamentals. Train all campers in the proper use of the shooting sports equipment. Run the shooting sports program for your area. Restrict from using any area any person who does not follow all safety instructions. Make sure equipment is properly stored when not in use; report any and all operational or personnel problems to the Shooting Sports Director, Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director. Detailed responsibilities will be given at the Shooting Sports Training that will take place before camp. Range Assistant General Responsibilities: Assist the Range Officer in the safe operation of the assigned shooting sport area. If needed, assist campers with operation of the shooting sports equipment. Range Assistants must be trained as outlined in Shooting Sports for Cub Scouting. Range Assistants report to the Range Officer for their assigned area and the Shooting Sports Director Specific Responsibilities: Detailed responsibilities will be given at the Shooting Sports Training that will take place before camp. Health Officer General Responsibilities: The health officer is responsible for providing first aid treatment for any injuries or illness to campers and staff during day camp. The officer staffs the first aid station during camp and maintains medical records on all campers and staff. The officer works under the guidance and consultation of the Medical Director. The health officer reports to the Camp Director and Assistant Camp Director. Specific Responsibilities: Diagnose and provide appropriate care and treatment for all campers and staff who may be injured or become ill during the camp. Refer to the medical director or the hospital any injury or illness that is beyond the capability of the officer or other staff members to diagnose and/or treat. Review all health histories for campers and staff and be prepared to deal with any special conditions indicated, consulting with the medical director as needed for guidance. Keep daily treatment log and accurately describe all care and treatment given. Prepare a list of supplies and equipment needed for the first aid station and submit it to camp director in sufficient time for purchase. Supervise the use and storage of all equipment, supplies and materials. Wear proper uniform and enforce camp rules and regulations. Ensure that you have a working radio and are in communication with the Camp Staff at all times. Be sure the first aid station is staffed with a responsible volunteer who is in radio communication with the Camp Staff when you are away from the station. 11 P a g e

13 YOUTH VOLUNTEER: Boy Scout, Venturer, Explorer or Junior Volunteer Boy Scout, Venturer and Explorer Volunteers must be currently registered members of a BSA Scouting Unit between the ages of 14 and 17. Boy Scouts under the age of 14 can volunteer at camp IF THEIR PARENTS ARE GOING TO BE VOLUNTEERING AT CAMP THE SAME DAY(S). Non-BSA volunteers between the ages of 14 and 17 can be Jr. Volunteers with the approval of the Camp Director. Boy Scouts, Venturers, Explorers and Junior Volunteers under the age of 18 Can serve in the positions of: Activity Area Assistants Lookouts Boy Scouts, Venturers, Explorers and Junior Volunteers with the proper training Can serve in the positions of: Den Chiefs Range Master Assistants Lifeguards Venturers and Explorers between the ages of 18 and 21 can serve in any position at Day Camp except: Den Leader Responsibilities: See the descriptions elsewhere in this document for specific position responsibilities TRAINING: Full-time and Part-time volunteers (including Youth) are required to attend ONE mandatory training session. Camp Session Training Training Dates Location Camp Soule WK. A & B June 8 th 8am to 3pm Camp Soule Dining Hall James E Grey Preserve WK C June 7 th 8 am to 3pm First United Methodist Church, Hudson Additional Training: Swimming & Water Rescue May 3 rd 8am Camp Soule Paddle Craft April 26 th Camp Soule Lifeguard April 30 th, May 3 rd, 7 th, 10 th & Camp Soule 17 th Range Master Course May 10 th Camp Soule **Please check council website for times 12 P a g e

14 PERSONAL CHECKLIST - SCOUT & ADULT Scout Morning snack (Optional) Recommended if Scout misses breakfast Bag lunch - Water provided at camp Ziploc Bags clearly marked with Name *Pasco Camps Lunch and Snacks Provided Cub Scout Day Camp Backpack Worn daily - will receive on first day Sneakers/comfortable shoes* Swim suit & beach towel Water shoes (Optional) *for swimming pool area only Insect repellent (No Aerosol Sprays) Sunscreen (No Sprays) Sunglasses (Optional) Raincoat /poncho Adult Bag lunch - Water provided at camp Ziploc Bags clearly marked with Name Sneakers/comfortable shoes* Backpack Swim suit & beach towel Water shoes (Optional) *for swimming pool area only Insect repellent (No Aerosol Sprays) Sunscreen (No Sprays) Sunglasses (Optional) Watch (Optional) Raincoat /poncho **Uniforms are not required for adult leaders - Please set the example by only wearing clothing that is appropriate for Scouting and camping. All clothes should be clearly marked with the Scout s name and pack number. * Shoes should be broken in before day camp. No sandals or open toed shoes are allowed except at the pool. Closed toe and heel shoes must be worn throughout day camp for each Scout s safety. DO NOT BRING Alcoholic beverages Non-prescription drugs Firearms & ammunition Bows & arrows Pocket knives Machete/sheath knives Punk sticks Firecrackers/fireworks Pets Non Scout-like literature Bicycles, skateboards or rollerblades Water guns/supersoakers Spray paint Dice Cell phones, radios, CD & MP3 players, handheld video games and DVD players are strongly discouraged at camp. They will not be allowed in any program area. Day camp is not responsible for lost or stolen money or personal possessions 13 P a g e

15 Emergency Procedures Listen for 3 blasts on the horn. It is the signal for emergency. Gather at the gathering area and specific instructions will be given. Severe Weather Electrical Storm: Stay away from trees and buildings, take scouts quickly to your cars. Severe Rain or Hail: Take cover in nearest shelter or take scouts to your cars and wait for directions from Camp Director. Winds: Stay away from trees and get into an open area. ***If your camp cannot take place because of severe weather, camp staff will do their best to contact you with a change of date or location. This is one reason it is important to have accurate and legible information on your Pack Registration form. *** Lost Boy Send an adult to contact Camp Director Search in the most likely places: restrooms, vehicles, trading post, etc. Follow the directions of the Camp Director Health Emergencies Stop life-threatening dangers to keep victim from further harm Notify Camp Health Officer and Camp Director immediately Contact parents/guardians Child Abuse Separate victim from abuser Notify Camp Director immediately 14 P a g e

16 June to, 2014 West Central Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America Day Camp Volunteer Agreement The service of ; phone I agree to serve in the position of together with such other duties as may be assigned by the camp director, for the council Cub Scout day camp during the dates above. I further agree to serve as a volunteer, in a manner consistant with the Cub Scout Promise and the Law of the Pack, and national standards for Cub Scout day camping. I also agree to the terms below: The scope of the staff member s interest should be larger than the particular job. The position assigned, while being the staff member s chief duty, is only a part of the member s interest and responsibility. The carrying out of the entire objective and program of the camp and Boy Scouts of America is expected of the staff member, and he or she will be expected to participate in all of the camp s activities and endeavors. The first interest of every staff member is THE BOY. The camp exists and operates for him. In Scouting, we deal through the volunteer leaders, and the camp staff supplements them, taking from their shoulders the burden of tedious administrative duties, strengthening their leadership, and supporting them in their dealing with the Scouts. Staff is asked to wear a T-shirt as close to the color turquoise as possible, or a previous years shirt as their camp uniform. The staff member will wear the uniform while on duty. Neatness and cleanliness in person is a fundamental obligation. A staff member s personal conduct both in and out of camp that may interfere with camp moral or undesirably influence the opinion of the other camp staff members and or parents will render the staff member useless for further staff service. All cars are to be parked in a designated parking lot and to be left there while staff members are in camp. A health history proving satisfactory physical condition is required before arrival at camp. Volunteer Staff Member Date Camp Director Date PARENT S APPROVAL (Must be signed when staff member is under 18 years of age.) Parent information: Full Name Daytime Phone: Emergency Phone: Approved: (Parent or Guardian) 15 P a g e Date: