2012 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

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1 A Camping Tradition Since SUMMER CAMP GUIDE Included Inside: Program Descriptions Instructions for Scouts Maps and schedules What to bring to camp Camp policies and procedures Swim check info and forms Registration instructions Payment forms Dan Beard Council, BSA, is a United Way organization serving Northern Kentucky and Southwest Ohio. No one shall be denied admission to our camps, or to the benefits of our program services because of race, national origin, sex, handicap, or age. This publication has been funded through Friends of Scouting, Popcorn Sales, and the United Way.

2 Dan Beard Council Boy Scouts of America Reading Rd. Cincinnati, Ohio (513) fax: (513) Dear Scouter: Welcome to the 2012 summer camp season! Camp Friedlander is planning our best summer yet. Our staff is planning a camp full of positive experiences for you and your Scouts. As we prepare for the upcoming season, we are adding 3 new program areas, 11 new merit badges, new evening activities, implementing suggestions from you and other leaders, and hiring a staff that will exemplify the best of the Boy Scouts of America. We are striving to add fun new experiences that build your Scouts character, citizenship and physical fitness. Your job as the unit leader is the most challenging and rewarding one at camp. Through your guidance, your Scouts will select programs that will help them advance and learn new skills. The staff at Camp Friedlander will do all it can to be flexible and meet your needs and we welcome any special requests. As always, the earlier we are made aware of your needs, the better prepared we will be to handle them. As a unit leader, you are also responsible for making sure your unit is properly registered to attend camp and properly informed about camp policies. Camp Friedlander is a large operation employing over eighty staff members to facilitate thousands of Scouts endeavors to learn more about themselves and the Scouting way. As such, it is essential that each unit do its part to aid in the smooth operation of camp. The unit leader is Camp Friedlander s best way to insure that each Scout s health and safety are safeguarded. As stated above, our staff will strive to work with you to provide the best program possible. The Camp Director, Program Director, and Reservation Director are your primary links to the staff and will help to solve any issues that may arise. They are looking forward to meeting you over the coming months and expect a great 2012 camp season. Being a leader at camp is a big responsibility, but one with many rewards. The unit s program as well as each Scout s enjoyment is in the hands of your guidance of the youth leaders of your Troop. The Camp Friedlander staff wishes to thank you for undertaking this job and will do its best to assist you in any way possible. Yours in Scouting, Herb Packard Nick Estill Herb Packard Nick Estill Jason Baldridge Camp Director Program Director Reservation Director 2

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS PROGRAMS: PROGRAMS 4 CAMPWIDE PROGRAMS 5 FAMILY NIGHT 5 EAGLE S NEST 5 LEADERS MEETINGS 5 SECONDS! 5 INDIVIDUAL CAMPER PROGRAM 5 PROGRAM AREAS 6 SCHEDULES 8 ORDER OF THE ARROW 8 REVERENCE AT CAMP FRIEDLANDER 9 MERIT BADGES: MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS 10 REGISTRATION 10 MERIT BADGES OFFERED 11 TRAILBLAZER: RANK PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS 12 OVERNIGHTER 13 SCHEDULING TRAILBLAZER 13 OLDER SCOUTS: SCUBA AND SNORKELING 14 CLIMBING 14 PROJECT COPE 15 CAMP STAFF: 16 CAMPING FACILITITES: CAMPSITES 17 CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS 17 PREPARING FOR CAMP: LEADER S ORIENTATION DINNER 18 TEN-DAY-OUT MEETINGS 18 CAMP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 19 WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP 22 REGISTRATION: 23 DATES AND FEES: 24 FORMS SECTION: 25 MAPS: 53 3

4 Camp Friedlander offers your Scouts a variety of advancement opportunities as well as the chance to test their Scouting skills, participate in camp wide events & competitions and a to earn recognition as a Patrol and/ or Troop. Activities are evolving all the time so check the camp website often! CAMPWIDE PROGRAMS Campfires Scouts begin and end their summer camp experience with a rousing campfire program. Our lakeshore amphitheater includes seating for 500 people and expansion lawn seating for another 500. The campfire on Friday night will end with the calling out of new OA candidates, and the closing campfire on Friday will host the visiting family members for family night. Camp Assembly Prior to mealtimes the entire population of the camp gathers on the Assembly Field outside of the dining hall. Flag ceremonies of reveille and retreat, coupled with camp-wide announcements, including Grace before meals; make the Assembly Field an integral area of camp. During assembly Scouts are reminded of their duty to God, country, self and others. Golden Spoon Award One of the most popular and tastiest programs from is the Golden Spoon Award. This is the leaders opportunity to show off their Dutch-oven cooking expertise. Leaders are asked to provide their own food, Dutch-ovens and cooking abilities. All entries will be brought to the Trailblazer shelter at 8 pm Thursday evening for judging. If cooking isn t your strength, the Program Director invites you to assist in the judging of the award. The winner will be presented the Golden Spoon at the Friday campfire. Dan Beard Troop Award We challenge your unit to show us at camp that they are an example of the principles of Scouting, such as the living by the Scout Oath and Law, utilizing the patrol method, and actively participating in the camp experience. Units that can live up to these high standards will qualify for the Dan Beard Troop Award. The Camp Commissioner will be your main contact for this award. Baden Powell Patrol Award Unlike our Troop award, the Baden Powell Patrol Award is a true competition, and only one Patrol will be awarded the prized patrol flag medallion that will be given at closing campfire. Patrols will need to show teamwork, leadership, strong communication skills and, of course, Scout Spirit. See the Camp Commissioner for more information. Is your patrol up to the challenge? William D. Boyce Award William D. Boyce founded the BSA to turn boys into strong young men. Leaders at Camp are keeping this mission alive today and can earn the William D. Boyce Award by encouraging string leadership in their Scouts, participating in program areas and taking part in a training while at Camp. See the Camp Commissioner for more information. Troop Pictures Camp Friedlander is dedicated to providing every Scout with a memorable time at summer camp. Keeping this in mind, Troops will be given the opportunity to have a Troop picture to help remember their great camp experience. Troop Pictures will be taken as a part of Sunday s check-in and will be available for preview and ordering in the Administration Building. Photos are $5 for a 5 x 7, $8 for a 8 x 10, and digital copies are available for $35 and can be reproduced. 4

5 Family Night All Scout parents and families are invited to take part in our Camp Friedlander family night to see and experience all of the fun and adventure that the Scouts have taken part in during their week at summer camp. All family members are invited to come out to camp and participate in our end of the week finale. Family night will begin at 5:30pm on Friday night. Dinner will be served continuously from 5:30pm to 7pm at the Dining Hall. Meal tickets are $7 each and should be reserved through the Troop prior to arrival to be submitted upon check-in. Following dinner, camp will have open program areas. Scouts can guide families on a tour of the camp and show off their campsites. We recommend wearing good walking shoes. A closing flag ceremony will be held at 8:45pm followed by the closing campfire. All guests are invited to stay for the show. Eagle s Nest Sometimes leaders need a break from the hustle and bustle of camp and the Eagle s Nest is here to provide you with that break. This area is an air-conditioned lounge just for leaders where the coffee is always hot and computer and wireless internet access are always available. This is also where you can meet up with the Camp Commissioner to discuss your camp experience, check attendance rosters for merit badge classes; sign up for your honor unit projects, or just relax. All leaders meetings will be held at the Eagle s Nest, located adjacent to the Trailblazer shelter. Leader s Meetings Hosted by the Camp Leadership Team, Camp Friedlander holds a Leaders Meeting at 9:15 am each morning. Important information, schedules, and answers to questions can be found here. It is critical that at least one representative from your unit attends all scheduled leaders meetings. These meetings are in the Eagle s Nest and last approximately 15 minutes. Input from leaders is indispensable to continually improving the Camp Friedlander experience. Please provide feedback as necessary to the camp management. Senior Patrol Leaders are encouraged to attend separate daily meetings where information about the upcoming camp programs and activities will be shared.. We strongly believe in the boy-led program and will use youth leadership whenever possible. Seconds! and Individual Camper Programs For many Scouts, one session at Camp Friedlander just isn t enough. That s why we offer Seconds! This program gives your Scouts the chance to attend a second session at Camp Friedlander for half the cost. Scouts will be placed in host Troops for their second week and can participate in all the same fun and advancement opportunities. Our staff will assist these campers in registering for merit badges and activities. A Seconds! Registration form in enclosed in this guide. Please note that campers attending with their units in later weeks (i.e. Weeks 6 or 7) may wish to attend earlier in the season and again with their unit. In this case, the Scout would pay full price to come to camp as an Individual Camper earlier in the summer and then attend with his unit as his Seconds experience. In these cases, the difference between full registration and Seconds registration will be refunded to the unit upon the Scouts arrival at Camp. Some Scouts may not be able to attend Camp Friedlander with their unit due to scheduling conflicts. In other cases, a Scout may want to attend Camp Friedlander when their unit is attending another camp. In case like these, Scouts are encourage to attend Camp Friedlander as part of the Individual Camper Program. Scouts participating in this program will be placed with host Troops for the week and our staff will assist them in registering for merit badges and other activities. An Individual Camper Registration form is enclosed in this guide. 5

6 PROGRAM AREAS Lake Marge Unnewehr Schott Aquatics activities are a mainstay for Boy Scout camping. The central focus of our Boy Scout camp is our 18-acre lake. Three of our nineteen Troop campsites are lakefront sites, along with an amphitheater, nature center, and aquatics center. The earthen fill dam created a reservoir 80 feet deep at the base. Merit badges: Canoeing, Lifesaving, Motorboating, Rowing, Small Boat Sailing, Swimming. Other aquatics programs: BSA Kayaking, BSA Snorkeling, Mile Swim, Open Boating, Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, and Open Swimming. NEST (Nature, Ecology, Science, & Technology) Our all new NEST area combines today s technology with the natural beauty of the outdoors. Merit badges centered on science and the study of our natural world will be taught in and around the NEST Center, located on the southwest shore of the Lake Marge Schott. Merit badges: Robotics, Geocaching, Chemistry, Nuclear Science, Engineering, Environmental Science, Fishing, Space Exploration, Insect/ Bird Study, and Weather. Swimming Pool The Boy Scout Camp swimming pool is always a top attraction during the hot summer. Merit badges: Swimming Other programs: Instructional Swimming, Open swim, Snorkeling and BSA SCUBA Shooting Ranges A short walk down the hill you will find our shooting ranges. Proper instruction in firearm safety is critical and strict safety standards are always utilized. The rifle range is built to BSA and NRA specifications for both.22 rifles and.50-caliber muzzle-loader instruction. The shotgun range will include both trap and skeet firing points for 20-gauge shotgun. Just beyond the COPE course, Scouts can earn Archery Merit Badge during scheduled class times. Scouts can also learn basic archery safety and marksmanship from qualified instructors during recreational archery time periods. Merit badges: Archery, Rifle Shooting, Shotgun Shooting Other programs: Recreational shooting, Muzzelloading, Junk Shoot Rappelling Tower Located near the southeast end of the dam is the 60 foot tall rappelling tower. Looking over treetops with a view north across the lake and views both up and down the Little Miami River Valley, the rappelling tower is a signature landmark of the entire Boy Scout camp. Scouts must be at least 13 years old to rappel or climb. Merit badges: Climbing Other programs: Climb-on-Safely, Recreational Climbing and Rappelling Handicraft Building The camp experience would not be complete without opportunities for Scouts to use their hands to make items for friends and family. The Handicraft Building will be a center of activity for new Scouts to earn their first merit badges and the more experienced who wish to hone their artistic skills or make that special souvenir for themselves or a loved one. Handicraft is now offering new exciting merit badges to potentially feed a vocational interest of the scouts. Workshop style classes are offered for some badges so Scouts can earn these badges on their time and without committing to a full week of class. Merit badges: Art, Fingerprinting, Metalwork, Pottery, Woodcarving, Sculpture, Textiles, Cinematography, Photography, Pulp & Paper, and Journalism 6

7 Native American Village The Native American Village is another area that gives scouts an opportunity to get their hands dirty and learn about the native cultures of our great land. The area boasts authentic Native American dwellings, games and activities, and a mock archeological dig site. Merit badges: American Cultures, Archeology, Basketry, Leatherwork, Indian Lore Outdoor Skills Outdoor skills form the basis for the Scouting program and are essential to teaching Scouting s soft skills of self reliance, confidence and determination. Classes are taught at our large deck shelter nestled in the timbers on the banks of Lake Marge. Merit badges: Camping, Cooking, Emergency Preparation, First Aid, Orienteering, Pioneering, and Wilderness Survival Other Programs: Firem n Chit, Trek Safely, Leave No Trace, Make your own Ice Cream, and Pioneer Night Handyman Area Our new Handyman Area is located at the front of camp, across from the Trading Post, inside the maintenance area, and gives Scouts the chance to work with their hands while learning a variety of trades. Troops can also check out campsite tools such as bow saws, axes, etc. from the Quartermaster as well as talk with a Ranger about conservation and service projects. Merit badges: Automotive Maintenance, Plumbing, Welding, and Home Repair Health Our Health Lodge does more than fix up Scouts with scrapes and bruises. Scouts can also participate in two meaningful and educational merit badge programs taught by our highly qualified Camp Medical Officer. Merit badges: Public Health, Disabilities Awareness Eagle Ridge New for 2012, Eagle Ridge offers 4 Eagle Required merit badges for those Scouts who are still climbing the trail to Eagle. Located at the Admin Spider Shelter, these courses will require significant pre-camp work and will be taught by our best Eagle Scout Staff Members. Merit badges: Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Communication, and Personal Management Trailblazer We know how to help new Scouts get a jump on their advancement. Our Trailblazer program helps first year Scouts fulfill rank advancement and work on basic Scouting skills related to Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class. Additional information about the Trailblazer program can be found later in this guide. Program Offerings: Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class courses 7

8 SCHEDULES Each Scout in camp will have a unique schedule based on the merit badges and activities he had chosen prior to camp. The following schedule is typical for your week at Camp Friedlander: SUNDAY 1:00pm Check-in Begins 1:30pm Swim checks, medical checks, etc. 5:50pm Flag Lowering 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Chapel Service 7:30pm Scoutmaster and SPL Meeting 7:30pm Voyager Meeting 7:30pm Add/Drop class session 8:30pm Opening Campfire 10:00pm Lights Out MONDAY-FRIDAY 7:50am Flag Raising 8:00am Breakfast 8:45 - Morning Prayer Service 8:45am SPL Meeting 9:00am Morning Program Time Begins 9:15am Leader s Meeting 12:15pm Assembly / Lunch 2:00pm Afternoon Program Time Begins 5:50pm Flag Lowering 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Evening Program Time Begins 10:00pm Lights Out THE ORDER OF THE ARROW AT CAMP FRIEDLANDER The Ku-Ni-Eh Lodge of the Order of the Arrow (OA) has an active role in Camp Friedlander. A call-out ceremony will be held on Friday evening for newly elected candidates. Troops from outside the Dan Beard Council must have written approval from their local lodges in order to be called out at camp. On Monday evening there will be an ice cream social to welcome all OA members, old and new, to camp. Members will have an opportunity to meet the Chief of Ku-Ni-Eh Lodge. This is the perfect opportunity for members to wear their sashes and get involved with the Order of the Arrow. An OA Troop Representative and SPL Luncheon will be held at the Trailblazer shelter on Tuesday. The purpose of this informative luncheon is to educate the Troop Reps about their role as the liaison between the Troop and the lodge. We will also be recruiting help for the call-out ceremony that evening. Wednesday night is OA night all over camp. All Arrowmen are encouraged to wear their sashes. All lodge members are invited to seal their membership in a brotherhood ceremony Wednesday evening. Anyone already of brotherhood membership is invited to come and recommit themselves to the principles of the OA by observing the brotherhood or helping in the ceremony. The Camp Chief is the Ku-Ni-Eh Lodge's on-site representative. During your week at camp, you will see him several times as he helps enhance your Troop's programs with OA opportunities, hosts events for Arrowmen, and manages the OA ceremonies that occur during the week. The OA has supported Camp Friedlander in numerous ways through the years. Each year Ku-Ni-Eh Lodge, with the support of local Troops, raises thousands of dollars for camp improvement projects and camperships. 8

9 REVERENCE AT The Twelfth Point of the Scout Law is A Scout is Reverent. While at camp, every Scout and Scouter is encouraged to fulfill his religious obligations. Surrounded by the beauty of the outdoors, there are many opportunities at Camp Friedlander for Scouts to reflect, worship, and be inspired. The Camp Chaplain Our summer camp staff includes a resident Chaplain who gives leadership to our chapel services, prayer services, offers training to Chaplain Aides and, and serves as an on-site counselor to Scouts in need. The Chaplain is nationally trained, and provides a non-denominational religious presence in camp. We encourage any Scout who is interested in Scouting s religious awards, would like to learn more about reverence at camp, or just wants to seek out the Chaplain. Non-Denominational Chapel Service To start off the week, a non-denominational chapel service will be offered on Sunday evening at the chapel. This all-inclusive service will set a reverent tone for the week and remind Scouts about the many wonders that surround us. This inspirational service will include Scouting prayers, traditional religious camp songs, and a motivational message for Scouts to carry with them all week. Morning Prayer Services Every morning a prayer service will be held to help each Scout start the day with a spiritual presence. This brief service will be held between breakfast and the first program period of the day. All are welcome! Chaplain Aide Training An important leadership position in every Troop is the Chaplain Aide. These Scouts help lead Troop religious services and insure a tone of reverence is kept at Troop functions. Chaplain Aides will be trained by our camp Chaplain to help them take their position to its full potential. Catholic, Protestant, and LDS Services On Wednesday night, the camp will offer a Catholic service, a Protestant service, and an LDS service at varying locations around camp. Local Priests and Ministers will be visiting the camp to lead these services and provide denomination-specific for interested Scouts and Scouters. We encourage your Scouts to worship with others of their faith at these special services. Exact times and locations for programs will be announced by the Chaplain upon your arrival to camp. 9

10 WE CAN HELP YOUR SCOUTS ADVANCE Camp Friedlander offers over 50 merit badge programs! Some of the badges are difficult to earn anywhere but at summer camp. Some you wouldn't expect to find at camp. And some are just plain fun or interesting! Depending on their schedule, Scouts can earn as many as 6 or 7 merit badges during the week. Our trained and knowledgeable Merit Badge Counselors instruct Scouts on requirements and provide the all-important hands-on experience a Scout needs to grasp an understanding in a particular field. While many merit badges can be completed while at camp, some include requirements that must be met prior to arrival. A list of these pre-requisites can be found online at Merit badges are not given away at camp, but with some pre-work and the guiding hand of the camp staff, we will ensure Scouts feel a sense of achievement as they learn new skills. MERIT BADGE SIGN-UPS The Troop's Summer Camp Coordinator or Scoutmaster should work with each Scout attending camp to create his merit badge schedule. Scouts should choose badges that fit their advancement needs or they have an interest in. Some badges have a suggested age level no Scout will be turned away from a badge because of his age, however, we encourage parents and leaders to use good judgment when signing up Scouts for merit badge classes that may require a higher level of maturity or special skills. Class times are an important consideration for a Scout's merit badge schedule. Some merit badge classes are scheduled for about an hour each day, others are scheduled for an hour and a half, and some are only offered on certain days of camp. A complete schedule of merit badge class times and durations will be available in the spring. The locations of classes should also be noted when creating a Scout's schedule. The Summer Camp Coordinator should take a practical look at a Scout's schedule taking into account walking time between classes and other factors (changing time for swimming suits, etc.). When a Scout has selected the merit badges he would like to earn, he should complete the Scout Activity Schedule and submit it to the Summer Camp Coordinator. Once this process is complete, the Summer Camp Coordinator can then begin online merit badge registration. REGISTRATION Camp Friedlander offers online merit badge registration, giving the Summer Camp Coordinator the ability to add, edit, and change each Scout's class schedule. This feature is part of the Doubleknot registration system and will be available on Monday, March 19, Please note, all merit badge classes are first-come, first-served. Classes that are full will not be available for selection, however, as other Troops make changes to their Scouts' schedules, classes may become available as camp approaches. Merit badge registration closes one week prior to your arrival at camp; this is to give the camp and the staff enough time to prepare. In order for your Scouts' selected classes to be saved and confirmed, your Troop's payments must be met according to the fee schedule. Troops that have payments due after a payment deadline risk losing scheduled merit badges classes to Troops without a current balance. Priority of merit badge class scheduling will go to Troops that have no minimum payment due. 10

11 MERIT BADGES OFFERED Have a look below at the tentative list of merit badges that can be earned at Camp Friedlander. A complete list of badges offered as well as pre-requisites for each badge according to the 2012 requirements will be available prior to the opening of online merit badge sign-ups. In the meantime, please consult the respective merit badge book for exact requirements and more information. American Cultures Archery Archaeology Art Automotive Maintenance Basketry Bird Study Camping Canoeing Chemistry Cinematography Citizenship in the Nation Citizenship in the World Climbing Communication Cooking Disabilities Awareness Emergency Preparedness Engineering Environmental Science Fingerprinting First Aid Fishing Geocaching Home Repair Indian Lore Insect Study Journalism Learn to Swim Leatherwork Lifesaving Metalwork Motorboating Nuclear Science Orienteering Personal Management Photography Pioneering Plumbing Pottery Public Health Pulp & Paper Rifle Shooting Robotics Rowing Sculpture Shotgun Shooting Small Boat Sailing Space Exploration Swimming Textiles Trailblazer Weather Welding Wilderness Survival Woodcarving CLASS ATTENDANCE ROSTERS Returning for the summer of 2012, we will offer merit badge class attendance rosters on a daily basis. Many leaders like to make sure their Scouts are getting the most out of their advancement opportunities at camp. Each evening, the daily attendance for each merit badge class will be posted in the Eagle s Nest. 11

12 A GUIDING HAND FOR YOUNGER SCOUTS A boy's first summer camp experience is a pivotal time in his Scouting career. Boys who reach the rank of First Class within their first year as a Scout are more likely to stay in Scouting, and will quickly be on their way to filling leadership roles in the Troop. The Camp Friedlander Trailblazer program gives first-year campers a jump start towards their first rank advancements Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class. We pride ourselves on having the most effective first-year-camper program around. The knowledgeable staff and many outdoor resources available at Camp Friedlander not only teach Scouts the skills they need to meet requirements, but give them hands-on experience. Our Trailblazer program will accomplish these objectives: Teach and improve basic Scout skills. Teach the patrol method through practical application. Provide instruction on requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class or First Class in the following skill areas: woods tools, physical fitness, first aid, nature, ropes, cooking, camping, orienteering, swimming, and Scout skills. Class sessions are broken down by ranks, so Scouts work on the requirements applicable to them. It is a halfday program so Scouts can also earn several merit badges or participate in the open program times. Trailblazers can also earn their Totin' Chip and Firem'n Chit cards. Please note, Trailblazer counselors will not sign off on rank requirements this is the responsibility of the Scoutmaster. We can, however, provide a list of requirements taught and daily attendance records. These tools can be used during the Scoutmaster Conference required for rank advancement, where the Scoutmaster should review and sign off requirements that are met satisfactorily. RANK PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Tenderfoot Let's get those younger Scouts started on the right foot! The Trailblazer Tenderfoot program will teach Scouts the very basics of Scout skills while they have a great time with some fun activities and games. Scouts should complete requirements 10b (30-day goal of physical fitness tests), 14 (Scoutmaster Conference), and 15 (Board of Review) after camp, as they will not be met during the week. Second Class Time to take the next step on the trail to Eagle. The Second Class program begins to focus on some of the more advanced outdoor skill lessons. Scout should complete requirement #2a (five patrol or Troop activities, including overnight camping) and requirement #8 (participation in a dangers of drug and alcohol program) prior to or after camp. Requirements #10 (Scoutmaster Conference) and #11 (Board of Review) should be completed after camp. First Class When a Scout reaches First Class, he is ready to begin showing his leadership skills. The First Class program teaches Scouts to become self-reliant in the outdoors and a true asset on camping trips. Scouts should complete requirement #3 (ten patrol or Troop activities, including overnight camping), requirements 4a-e (outdoor cooking requirements) prior to or after camp. Requirements #11 (Scoutmaster Conference) and #12 (Board of Review) should be completed after camp. 12

13 OVERNIGHTER On Thursday night, Scouts participating in Trailblazer have the option of going on the much-anticipated outpost. This night away from the Troop in a remote part of the camp puts Scouting skills to the test. Not only will campers meet some of the outdoor requirements for the early rank badges, they will also have a great time and feel a sense of achievement for overcoming a new challenge. Trailblazers will spend the night away from the Troop, preparing them for the Scouting adventure ahead. Participants should bring personal gear they would normally take on a weekend campout. This includes a tent, backpack, sleeping bag, canteen or water bottle, mess kit, first aid kit, pocketknife, ground cloth, flashlight, and a compass. Tents can be shared with other Trailblazer participants. SCHEDULING TRAILBLAZER The Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class rank programs are available during each of the scheduled Trailblazer program times. Each session is 90 minutes long and lasts all five days of the week. Scouts can sign up for one, two, or all three rank programs. As each session offers each rank program, Scouts can sign up for any session time to work on their chosen rank. 13

14 WE KNOW HOW TO KEEP OLDER SCOUTS ENGAGED Many Troops suffer from the same problem older boys have been to summer camp year after year, earned plenty of merit badges, and don't think there's anything left for them to do. At Camp Friedlander, they couldn't be more wrong. The camp offers many programs designed just for older Scouts that will sharpen their Scouting skills and give them an experience they will never forget. The trick to keeping older boys excited about Scouting is to give them new challenges. Our High Adventure activities set us apart from many summer camps because we offer a variety of options for all sorts of interests. And younger Scouts will have programs to look forward to for years to come. SCUBA AND SNORKELING Not many camps in the Midwest can say they offer SCUBA and Snorkeling classes. Scouts looking for a new challenge, preparing for a trip to Sea Base, or who just have an interest in underwater adventures, will be thrilled by the SCUBA and Snorkeling programs at Camp Friedlander. The PADI SCUBA program is offered by a local certified SCUBA-diving group, taking advantage of the skill and equipment they have available. Scouts will learn basic SCUBA-diving techniques and will be able to practice in our large swimming pool. Participants will receive the BSA Snorkeling certification card. There is a $45 additional fee per participant to be paid with camp registration fees. In the PADI Snorkeling program, Scouts will learn how to properly use snorkeling equipment and practice good techniques. Participants can earn the BSA Snorkeling certification card. There is an additional $35 fee per participant to be paid with camp registration fees. These programs are not recommended for younger Scouts, and all participants must be classified as swimmers. CLIMBING Located near the southeast end of camp is the impressive 60-foot-tall rappelling tower. Looking over treetops with a view north across the lake and views both up and down the Little Miami River Valley, the rappelling tower is a signature landmark of Camp Friedlander. On one side of the tower is the climbing wall, with varying levels of difficulty for novice and experienced climbers alike. Three portals, one at 30 feet, one at 40 feet, and one at 50 feet offer increasing degrees of challenge. Rappelling or climbing is available to all scouts. Climbing merit badge is offered, as well as recreational climbing and rappelling times throughout the week. Climb-on-Safely training will be offered as well. Scouts participating in climbing must complete the Element of Danger Statement found in this guide. A.C.E (Advanced Camper Experience) Now in its second year, the ACE program offers Scouts who have been to camp for a few years the opportunity to enjoy some of the most exciting summer camping activities around while maintaining time to work on advancement and merit badges. ACE participants will spend a half day (either 9 am noon or 2 5 pm), each day participating in a variety of activities. ACE activities include: - Mountainboarding at Camp Friedlander - Canoeing/ Kayaking the Little Miami River - Biking the Little Miami Bike Trail - Hydrobiking and blobbing on Lake Marge - Completing a camp conservation project for the Dan Beard Scout Reservation. ACE Scouts will need to be 14 years of age, be swimmers, and must complete the Element of Danger Statement found in this guide. There is an additional $20 fee for ACE which covers all equipment use and rentals and each ACE participants will receive an ACE bandana. 14

15 Project C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) High and Low Ropes Course WHAT IS PROJECT COPE? Project COPE, or Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience is an activity operated for Scouts over the age of 13, comprised of group initiatives, team building, problem solving, and physical challenge. Although COPE uses some of the skills, techniques and tools of rock-climbing, it is not a climbing course. Rather, it uses climbing situations as one of several means to achieve its goals. These goals include the development of trust, communication, self-esteem, leadership, problem solving, decision making and teamwork. BENEFITS OF COPE COPE challenges participants to become more aware of themselves and others, their strengths and limitations. COPE is a great mechanism for rapidly developing a strong sense of team membership. Beyond all these lofty objectives, COPE is fun! Groups who have completed our course are uniformly impressed by how much they have enjoyed the experience. HOW COPE IS RUN The first half of a COPE program consists of group initiative activities and events on our low course. This is a series of about a dozen structures, each one of which presents a problem intended for a group solution. The climax of the low course is a group effort to scale a 12-foot wall. The second half of a complete COPE program is the high course. This consists of 15 elements that require participants to negotiate cables, swings and nets high in the air. An elaborate, redundant safety system protects participants at all times. The low course is geared toward Team Building and the High Course is geared toward Self Esteem. SAFE AND CERTIFIED Course Directors are BSA trained and certified to run the program. Our instructors and staff members are locally trained. The entire COPE program, our staff, facility and policies, are inspected and certified annually. CHALLENGE BY CHOICE Two overriding concerns guide the staff at all times. First of all, we strive to assure a safe experience for all participants. Just as importantly, we also work to be sure that no one is made to feel awkward or uncomfortable during a COPE experience. COPE is Challenge by Choice, meaning, at no time will any participant be pushed into doing something he or she chooses not to do. SIGNING-UP FOR COPE COPE is for Scouts over the age of 13. The program is a three hour session for all five days of the week. A morning and an afternoon session are offered. There is an additional $30 participant fee to aid with the cost of materials and equipment, and each participant will receive a unique COPE belt. Each participant must complete the Element of Danger Statement found in this guide. 15

16 For two months of the year, staff members call Camp Friedlander home and dedicate themselves to providing an excellent camping experience to every Scout. We hire only high-quality staff members who have a strong interest in making a positive impact on our Scouts. The camp staff is there to lead merit badges and activities for the Scouts, make sure your expectations are met and exceeded, and to generally help leaders however they can. If you have any questions or any issues, feel free to ask a staff member for help. Each program area is managed by an Area Director (A.D.) who plans and creates the program, and supervises the area staff to run the program. Your Program Director works to make sure that each area is successful in providing a quality program and will also lead exciting programs when the entire camp is together. Your Camp Director is there to make sure that every operation of camp is as successful as possible, including managing the staff, meeting food needs, insuring safety in camp, and working with leaders towards a quality experience. JOINING THE CAMP STAFF Working on a Camp Staff can be the most memorable and meaningful time in a Scout s life. Camp Staff Members represent the best that Scouting has to offer and get the joy of working with thousands of Campers during the summer while forging some of the deepest friendships imaginable. Camp Staff positions are available for: - Merit Badge Counselors - Area Directors - Assistant Rangers - Dining Hall Stewards - Lifeguards - Counselors-In-Training (CITs) Joining the camp staff can be a terrific opportunity for older Scouts who may have already Scouting s higher ranks, have turned 18, or feel that they have completed their time at camp as a camper. Counselors must be 16 or older, are paid a weekly rate, and receive all housing and meals as part of their compensation. Bonuses are available for Eagle Scouts, GSUSA Gold Award recipients, and AHG Stars & Stripes Award recipients. Scouts who are 14 or 15 years old and wish to serve on camp staff may apply for a Counselor in Training (CIT) position. CIT-1s (14 year olds) will serve 3 weeks of their choosing on the staff while CIT-2s (15 year olds can serve up to 6 weeks on staff. CITs are not paid but do receive CIT Bucks that are redeemable at the Camp Trading Post. The CIT program Joining the Summer Camp staff is a privilege and an honor. Camp Staffers form a tight bond solidified by countless hours of humble service to younger Scouts. Only the best are chosen and Scouts interested in the most exciting and life-changing summer of their lives should applying for Camp Staff by downloading the 2012 Staff Application from 16

17 WORLD-CLASS BOY SCOUT CAMPING FACILITIES Camp Friedlander reopened for Boy Scout Summer Camp in 2002 with some of the most impressive facilities you will find at any Scout camp. While the camp is still filled with the Scouting spirit of it's opening in 1919, our facilities are modern, clean, and accessible. The camp provides comfort and modern needs while capturing the primitive nature of Scout camping. From our 600-person air-conditioned dining hall to our tree-house campsites, you will find a variety of surprises you wouldn't expect at a summer camp (but you and your Scouts will love!). Centered on the 18-acre Lake Marge Schott, the camp offers 23 campsites, 9 program areas, and plenty of woods and open space to explore and enjoy. CAMPSITES Each campsite at Camp Friedlander is a little bit different. We offer different styles of camping than what you may find at other camps. In our unique tree-house campsites, Scouts sleep on bunk beds in open air cabins. Our deck campsite offer the familiar canvas tents with a twist, as they reach up above the ground on large decks. Several campsites have a great view of Lake Marge Schott and butt up right to the water. Every campsite is a short walking distance from a shared showerhouse, and many have an adjacent latrine. There is also a water pump, bulletin board, flagpole, shelter and picnic tables, and a fire ring. The camp provides a hose, shovel, rake, toilet paper, and trash cans for the Troop's convenience. CAMPSITE RESERVATIONS Once you've decided which campsite your unit will call home, make your campsite reservation right away to make sure your site is held for the 2012 camp season. Some campsites are more popular than others and will fill up quickly. The camp does its best to be as fair as possible regarding campsite reservations. Reservations are held with the following philosophies in mind: First selection of campsites goes to units that attended Camp Friedlander during the previous season. Campsites are reserved and held in a way that allows the camp to serve as many Scouts as possible. The camp will endeavor to accommodate the reasonable needs of each individual unit as much as possible. To make a reservation: 1) Contact Jennifer Pangallo, Dan Beard Council Camping Secretary at (513) ext or direct at (513) to determine current campsite availability. Campsite availability is constantly changing as the summer approaches, so be sure to check availability before making a reservation. 2) To secure your reservation for Camp Friedlander 2012 Boy Scout Summer Camp, submit a Campsite Reservation Form found later in this guide. 3) Print out and complete the form, including the estimated number of Scouts and Adults that will attend (this information is required). 5) Make a copy of the form, and submit the original completed form with your $100 non-refundable campsite deposit. 6) For multiple campsite reservations, check all campsites desired and submit a check for $100 per campsite. 17

18 LEADER S ORIENTATION DINNER Be sure to visit Camp Friedlander on Sunday, March 18 th for a free Camp Leader s Orientation Dinner and receive the latest information on the programs planned for summer camp One adult leader, the Senior Patrol Leader, and the Troop Order of the Arrow Representative are welcome to attend at no cost (additional guests are $15 each). Access will be allowed for a self-guided walking tour. RSVP is necessary to (513) ext or direct at (513) or camping@danbeard.org by Friday, March 9 th. This important orientation meeting will unveil new programs, relay registration information, and have a question and answer period for the Troop leadership to help them prepare for camp. Stay tuned for more details, registration forms, and online registration for the event. TEN-DAY-OUT MEETINGS To make sure everything is ready for the very best camp experience your Scouts can possibly have, the Camp Leadership Team will host a weekly Ten-Day-Out Meeting prior to each scheduled week of camp. Held at Camp Friedlander s Administration Shelter, this 7pm Thursday meeting will be a chance to meet the Camp Leadership Team, review Pre-Camp Activity Registration results, and find out the latest information to help your Troop have a smooth check-in when you arrive at camp. A pre-camp registration process is outlined in this Leader s Guide. For the 10-Day Out Meeting to be effective, it is imperative that you re Troop completes online merit badge registration at least 30 days before you arrive at camp. In doing so, you will give the camp staff time to review your Scout s Activity Registration requests prior to the 10-Day Out Meeting. During the 10-Day Out Meeting you will be made aware of any requests not filled and then have the ten days to make adjustments with your Scouts prior to arrival in camp. This will make the Sunday check-in run smoothly and eliminate late night sessions trying to scramble and adjust things at the last minute. This process will provide your Scouts with the very best opportunity to participate in the merit badges and activities they most desire to take. Using the dates below, please make sure your Troop is represented at the meeting scheduled for your week of camp. Attendance is limited to two people per Troop due to space limitations. CAMP SESSION ARRIVAL DATE 10-DAY OUT MEETING DATE Week 1 Sunday, June 17 7pm Thursday, June 7 Week 2 Sunday, June 24 7pm Thursday, June 14 Week 3 Sunday, July 1 7pm Thursday, June 21 Week 4 Sunday, July 8 7pm Thursday, June 28 Week 5 Sunday, July 15 7pm Thursday, July 5 Week 6 Sunday, July 22 7pm Thursday, July 12 Week 7 Sunday, July 29 7pm Thursday, July 19 18

19 CAMP POLICIES AND PROCEDURES Visitors and Late Arrivals All campers and leaders arriving at camp at some time other than check-in must register at the Camp Office and get a camp ID bracelet. It is also important that any leader being replaced checks out. We must know who is at camp at all times. Everyone in camp will be given a camp ID bracelet to be worn at all times. All visitors must sign in and sign out at the Administration Building and get a camp ID bracelet. Any visitor who has not registered may be asked to leave camp. It is important for safety that we know who is visiting our camp and when. Visitors who intend to eat a meal at camp can purchase a meal ticket at the camp office. Meal rates are as follows: Breakfast - $5.00; Lunch - $6.00; Dinner - $7.00. Insurance Troops attending camp from the Dan Beard Council are provided secondary medical insurance coverage through registration and charter renewal. Out of council Troops attending Camp Friedlander are required to show proof of accident insurance and a tour permit during check-in. Health and Safety and Emergencies Precautions for the safety of all Scouts and Leaders are paramount in the development of our programs and facilities. In the event medical needs arise while you are in camp, our Health and First Aid Facilities are available with qualified personnel on duty 24 hours a day. Additionally, we have an agreement with Bethesda North Hospital, located 7 miles from Camp Friedlander on Montgomery Road to handle any emergency that exceeds the capability of our trained medical staff. All emergency plans will be reviewed at the Leaders Meeting and posted at the Administration Building, each campsite, and program area. In the event of a camp emergency, it is essential that staff direction be followed to maintain order and safety. Medical Forms Every camper, leader, and visitor staying overnight is required to submit an "Annual Health and Medical Record" with parts A, B, and C completed upon arrival to camp. This form requires an annual update by a certified and licensed healthcare provider. This form must be updated and signed within 12 months of the date of camp. Only submit copies of medical forms; do not submit originals. Do not mail medical forms to the council office; bring them to camp. An electronically-editable copy of the form can downloaded from the Camp Friedlander website at click on "Boy Scout Camp and then Forms". Medications ALL medications, prescriptions and non-prescription, brought to camp by campers and leaders are REQUIRED to be secured in a locked storage. This policy may seem too strict for over the counter medications; however, if a camper consumes medication that is not meant for them, it has deadly potential. There will be certain exceptions for lifesaving medications to be carried at camp. This decision will be made during the medical exam given by our health officers. A designated Troop leader should be named responsible for storing and distributing medications within the Troop's campsite upon approval of the Health Officer. The camp can provide lockable storage and medication logs upon request. Medication must be in the original container and contain the following information: 1. Camper s Name and Troop # 3. Prescription Number 5. Name of Medication 2. Name of Prescribing Physician 4. Date Prescribed 6. Directions for Use 19

20 Campsite Check-In/Out In an effort to minimize damage to Camp Friedlander s tents and equipment, we will continue to utilize the campsite check-in/out procedure. Camp leaders will be asked to thoroughly inspect each tent and indicate any damage found on a form provided by the Troop s site guide. This form will be turned into the Quartermaster on Monday. When the Troop checks out, the site guide will inspect all tents. The Troop will be charged for any damage found that was not indicated on the leader s inspection form. Mail and Telephone Service Mail and care packages are always encouraged at Camp Friedlander. Campers love to receive a letter from home. Mail service takes about two days; please consider this when getting a letter prepared. The envelope should include: Scout Name - Campsite and Troop # Camp Friedlander 581 Ibold Rd. Loveland, Ohio There is an emergency telephone number at Camp Friedlander. The number is (513) A staff member mans this phone during program hours. Only emergency calls are accepted for campers. There is a camper courtesy phone, located at the Administration Building, that is accessible at all times. Scouts are only permitted to use the phone when accompanied by a leader. Firearms The camp owns and maintains its own shooting and archery equipment. Scouts and leaders should not bring their personal firearm or shooting equipment from home. Participants with disabilities may be permitted to bring specialized personal shooting equipment, however, please contact the camp office prior to arrival to secure approval from the Shooting Sports Director. Camp Cleanliness Modern shower facilities are available throughout Camp Friedlander with separate areas for Scouts and adults. Adult facilities are private, unisex bathrooms, each with a shower, toilet, and sink. When available, just go in and lock the door behind you, whether male or female. Wheelchair accessible facilities are available for both Scouts and adults. Each shower house serves several campsites. Campsites should share in the daily upkeep and cleanliness of the facility. An assignment schedule will be shared with you at the beginning of the week. Dining Mealtime is often the favorite time of day, as the entire camp comes together for good food, fellowship, and a break from the day. All meals are served in the dining hall and are served promptly after assembly on the parade field. Meals are served cafeteria style, and an alternative entrée is available at lunch and dinner (usually a cold cut sandwich or peanut butter and jelly). All meals are planned and approved by a dietician based on the caloric needs of Scout-aged boys. Some Scouts may want more food than is served through the firsts lines, so seconds will be offered when available, and lunch and dinner meals will be supplemented with a full salad bar. Allergies and special diets are a common concern of our campers. Our food service is very experienced with accommodating most diets including food allergies, religious restrictions, and other health-related diets. We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs; however, a Diet Request Form needs to be submitted at least two weeks prior to arrival at camp. This form can be found later in this guide. 20

21 Parking In accordance with BSA policy and safety regulations, personal vehicles are not permitted in camp. The parking lot is clearly marked and just outside the entrance to camp. Only emergency and maintenance vehicles will be allowed to park at the Administration Building. The Ranger staff will haul gear to your campsite upon your arrival at camp. This policy is for the safety of all campers. Exceptions are made for adults with handicap needs please contact the camp prior to arrival to secure a handicap pass that will allow you beyond the camp gates. We appreciate your cooperation in parking only in designated areas. Smoking and Alcohol Camp Friedlander is a non-smoking facility. Smoking or tobacco use in front of any camper, leader, or staff member is strictly prohibited. Smoking is permitted in the parking lot only. Alcoholic beverages are never permitted on Boy Scout property. Please help the camp enforce these rules by making sure all leaders and parents in your Troop are aware of this policy. Swimming Classifications Every Scout will be asked to take a swim test in order to show his current swimming skill. While swim tests will be offered soon after arrival, your Troop may find it convenient to perform swim tests prior to camp using the Swim Classification Record found in this guide. Camp Friedlander will accept pre-camp swim classification tests conducted by qualified aquatics instructors. The Camp Aquatics Director reserves the right to retest all participants to assure that swim standards have been met. Qualified aquatics instructors include: Aquatics Instructor, BSA BSA Lifeguard BSA National Camp School Aquatics Supervisor American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor School Swim Coach 21

22 WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP ESSENTIAL ITEMS: Completed Annual Health and Medical Record signed by parent or guardian and physician. Two summer Scout uniforms which includes shorts and short-sleeve shirt Several Scout t-shirts At least five pairs of socks (some Scout socks for use with summer uniform) Neckerchief (an option of Troop uniform requirements) Towels (2) and washcloth At least six changes of underwear Swimming trunks Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket Poncho or raincoat A MUST Extra pair of shoes (for wet weather) A MUST Duffel bag or foot locker Soap, toothbrush, toothpaste and comb Flashlight with extra batteries Scout Handbook Notepaper, pencil or pen Mosquito repellent roll-on or cream only - no aerosol cans Canteen or water bottle OPTIONAL ITEMS: Camera and film Compass Pocket knife with TOT N CHIP card Fishing pole and tackle (Do not bring live bait camp will have available for purchase) Backpack and backpacking tent (if needed for specific merit badge requirements) Personal cooking utensils (if needed for specific merit badge requirements) Long-sleeve shirt and long pants (if taking swimming or lifesaving) Hiking boots (if needed for specific merit badge requirements) Money for the Trading Post and merit badge supplies PROHIBITED ITEMS: Sheath knives Firearms Fireworks Drugs, Alcohol, or tobacco products Electronic devices (radios, TV, ipods, cell phones for Scouts) 22

23 Summer Camp Coordinator Once your Troop has selected a Summer Camp Coordinator that person should be responsible for submitting all registration forms by deadline and insuring that the Troop is represented at all pre-camp meetings. Payment Process In an effort to make paying for camp easier for our campers and their families, the payment process has been divided into installments. Payment can be made all at once or in the three installments, but please note that in order to receive the discounted fee, all deadlines for installments must be met (forms sent to the council office must be postmarked on or before the deadline date). Use the Troop Roster form in this guide to track each Scout s payment (a copy of this form will be submitted upon arrival at camp). Online Registration System Camp Friedlander uses an online registration system referred to as Doubleknot. All payments and registration counts are managed through this online system. Summer camp coordinators are the administrators for the Troops registration account and can view, edit, and update their registration at any time. All payments (except the campsite reservation deposit) can be made online. While using the online system is not required, the unit s online account will still be updated as payments are made. To access your registration, go to the Camp Friedlander website at and click on the Register for Camp page. Registration Process Below is the process to follow for registering your Troop for Camp Friedlander. If at any time you have questions or concerns, please contact the Dan Beard Council Scout Achievement Center at (513) Jennifer Pangallo handles all camp reservations and can be reached at the number above or camping@danbeard.org. While we strive to accommodate all requests, please remember when registering for camp that some policies and procedures are in place to provide a great Scouting experience to all Troops attending Camp Friedlander. Registration can be performed online at the Camp Friedlander registration webpage at or by submitting the Payment Sheets in this guide. If using the payment sheets, please be sure to fill out all forms completely to avoid unnecessary issues with your registration. 1) Read and understand this guide so you will be able to answer questions for your Scouts and their parents. Make a copy of the Information for Scouts and Parents form and letter for each Scout. 2) Submit the 2012 Campsite Reservation Form with your $100 deposit. Read and understand the campsite reservation process described earlier in this guide. 3) Submit the 2012 Reservation Payment Sheet 1 with a $75 deposit for each Scout and each extra adult attending OR make an online payment through Doubleknot. This first payment is due Monday, February 6, Failure to make this deadline may result in forfeiture of your Troop's campsite. 4) Submit the 2012 Reservation Payment Sheet 2 with $75 per Scout and remaining balance for each extra adult attending OR make an online payment through Doubleknot. This second payment is due Monday, April 9, Add $10 per Scout and extra adult if form and payment are submitted after the deadline. 5) Submit the 2012 Reservation Payment Sheet 3 with remaining balance due for each Scout and each extra adult attending, and any applicable program fees (see the Dates and Fees page in this guide) OR make an online payment through Doubleknot. This final payment is due Monday, May 21, Add $20 per Scout and extra adult if form and payment are submitted after the deadline. 23

24 2012 SESSION DATES Week 1: June Week 2: June Week 3: July 1-7 Week 4: July 8-14 Week 5: July Week 6: July Week 7: July 29-August 4 (All sessions are Sunday through Saturday) FEE DESCRIPTION 2012 CAMP FEES DISCOUNT FEE* REGULAR FEE Camper fee $225 $245 Second-week camper $120 $120 Extra adult fee** $100 $110 ACE fee $20 C.O.P.E. fee $30 SCUBA fee $45 Snorkeling fee $35 Shotgun Shooting MB $20 Plumbing MB $10 Rifle Shooting MB $10 * Discount fee will apply if all payments are received on time, including the second payment by April 9 and final payment by May 21. **Two leaders free per Troop, 1 leader free for every 10 Scouts after an initial 10. After that, the extra adult fee will apply. FEE PAYMENT SCHEDULE PAYMENT DESCRIPTION AMOUNT PAYMENT DEADLINE Campsite Deposit $100 per Troop Due when reserving campsite* Payment 1 $75 per Scout and extra adult Monday, February 6 Payment 2 $75 per Scout and extra adult Monday, April 9 Payment 3 Remaining balance Monday, May 21 REFUND POLICY The Dan Beard Council will refund all but the $75 deposit per Scout for those who contact the Dan Beard Council Service Center no later than 30 days prior to your Troop s arrival at camp. Fees are transferable to other Scouts but not refundable. No refunds will be given after the 30 day cancellation deadline. 24

25 The rest of this guide contains all forms needed to register your Troop for camp. All of the forms that follow are also available in electronic format from the Camp Friedlander website at Please be sure to fill out all forms completely to ensure there are no problems with your registration. If you have questions regarding your registration or the registration process, please call Camping Secretary, Jennifer Pangallo, at the Dan Beard Council Scout Service Center at (513) ext or direct at (513) Campsite Reservation Form 2012 Friedlander Summer Camp Payment Sheet 1 (if not using online system) 2012 Friedlander Summer Camp Payment Sheet 2 (if not using online system) 2012 Friedlander Summer Camp Payment Sheet 3 (if not using online system) Information for Scouts and Parents and Talent Release Individual Camper Application Second Session Camper Application Troop Roster Form Element of Danger Statement Pre-Camp Swim Classification Record Individual Scout Activity Schedule Troop Program Daily Schedule Early Release Form Diet Request Form Scuba/Snorkeling Forms 25

26 2012 CAMPSITE RESERVATION FORM We are excited that your unit will join us again next summer! Please complete this form and submit with your $100 campsite deposit to: Dan Beard Council, Reading Rd, Cincinnati, OH Please be aware of the following reservation and payment guidelines when reserving your campsite: An estimate of Scouts and leaders is due with payment. The non-refundable campsite deposit must be paid to hold a campsite for a week of camp. Multiple units sharing a campsite during a single week must each pay a $100 deposit. If all campsites for a week of camp have been selected, but the total Scout and leader estimate does not equal the camp capacity, the camp reserves the right to place multiple units in a campsite. If a unit exceeds the capacity of the campsite, then it is the responsibility of the unit to provide the extra tents needed. The camp cannot provide extra tents, cots, or mattresses. If your unit wishes to remain in the same site for the comparable week of camp the next year, a deposit must be made by noon on Friday during that year s week of camp. If a unit fails to renew their reservation by that time, the campsite will be opened for other units to reserve. Campsite deposits are non-refundable; however, they will be applied towards total camp fees. The person named as the Summer Camp Coordinator below will be the council s main contact for all camp and payment announcements. If this info changes, please inform the council as soon as possible. Please print all information below completely. Incomplete forms cannot be processed: UNIT #: DISTRICT: COUNCIL: Summer Camp Coordinator Contact Info: NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE (Day): ( ) PHONE (Evening): ( ) FAX: ( ) ADDRESS (Required for merit badge registration): Week of Camp We Will Attend: Session Dates: Week #: June June July July July July July 29-Aug. 4 7 SIGNATURE: DATE: THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Reserve Your Campsite: Site #: Campsite Name: Capacity: 1 Reed 36 2A Schuster s Glen 28 2B Schuster s Glen 12 3 Clandhia 42 4A Greiser 36 4B Greiser 28 5 Wereley 30 6A Kroger/KMA Treehouse 16 (Cabin)/16 (Tents) 6B Kroger/KMA Treehouse 16 (Cabin)/4 (Tents) 7 Present 24 8 Hay 28 9 Daley Family Treehouse 32 (Cabin)/32 (Tents) 10 KPMG Chippewa Terhar Talliafero 38 14A Stuart Family 32 (Deck)/ 4 (Tents) 14B Stuart Family 16 (Deck/8 (Tents) 15 Pike Lake View Martin Friendship Krieg 26 ESTIMATED NUMBER OF SCOUTS: ESTIMATED NUMBER OF ADULTS: 26

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28 2012 CAMP RESERVATION PAYMENT SHEET 1 FEE DESCRIPTION DISCOUNT FEE By May 21 Add $10 if 4/11 payment late REGULAR FEE After May 21 Add $10 if 4/11 payment late Camper Fee $ $ Week Camper $ $ ACE Program ADD: $20.00 $20.00 COPE Programs ADD: $30.00 $30.00 SCUBA Program ADD: $45.00 $45.00 Snorkeling Program ADD: $35.00 $35.00 Rifle Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $20.00 $20.00 Plumbing Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1 adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. After that fee is: $ $ PLEASE CIRCLE WEEK(S) YOUR UNIT WILL ATTEND: Wk 1-June Wk 2-June Wk 3-July 1-7 Wk 4-July 8-14 Wk 5-July Wk 6-July Wk 7-July 29-Aug.4 PLEASE PRINT & FILL OUT ENTIRE FORM COMPLETLEY Unit # District: Council: Campsite: Camp Leader Phone (H) ( ) (B) ( ) Address City State Zip PAYMENT 1: $75.00 Non Refundable Deposits Due with Reservation by February 6, 2012 (Acct. # ) Number of Scouts expected: Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1 adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. Must Have a Minimum of 2 Leaders Paid leaders expected: X $75.00 Deposit/Scout = $ X Free (2 Automatically given at time of opening registration) X $50.00 Deposit/Ldr = $ Make checks payable to Dan Beard Council, and mail to Dan Beard Council, Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH TOTAL ENCLOSED = $ Signature: Date: Refund Policy The Dan Beard Council will refund all but the $75 deposit per Scout for those who contact the Dan Beard Council Service Center no later than 30 days prior to your Troop s arrival at camp. Fees are transferable to other Scouts but not refundable. No refunds will be given after the 30 day cancellation deadline. 28

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30 2012 CAMP RESERVATION PAYMENT SHEET 2 FEE DESCRIPTION DISCOUNT FEE By May 21 Add $10 if 4/9 payment late REGULAR FEE After May 21 Add $10 if 4/9 payment late Camper Fee $ $ Week Camper $ $ ACE Program ADD: $20.00 $20.00 COPE Programs ADD: $30.00 $30.00 SCUBA Program ADD: $45.00 $45.00 Snorkeling Program ADD: $35.00 $35.00 Rifle Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $20.00 $20.00 Plumbing Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1 adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. After that fee is: $ $ PLEASE CIRCLE WEEK(S) YOUR UNIT WILL ATTEND: Wk 1-June Wk 2-June Wk 3-July 1-7 Wk 4-July 8-14 Wk 5-July Wk 6-July Wk 7-July 29-Aug.4 PLEASE PRINT & FILL OUT ENTIRE FORM COMPLETLEY Unit # District: Council: Campsite: Camp Leader Phone (H) ( ) (B) ( ) Address City State Zip PAYMENT 2: $75.00 Non Refundable Deposits Due with Reservation by February 6, 2012 (Acct. # ) Number of Scouts expected: Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1 adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. Must Have a Minimum of 2 Leaders Paid leaders expected: X $75.00 due per Scout = $ X Free (2 Automatically given at time of opening registration) X $50.00 Deposit/Ldr = $ Make checks payable to Dan Beard Council, and mail to Dan Beard Council, Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH TOTAL ENCLOSED = $ Signature: Date: Refund Policy The Dan Beard Council will refund all but the $75 deposit per Scout for those who contact the Dan Beard Council Service Center no later than 30 days prior to your Troop s arrival at camp. Fees are transferable to other Scouts but not refundable. No refunds will be given after the 30 day cancellation deadline. 30

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32 FEE DESCRIPTION 2012 CAMP RESERVATION PAYMENT SHEET 3 DISCOUNT FEE By May 21 Add $10 if 4/11 payment late REGULAR FEE After May 21 Add $10 if 4/11 payment late Camper Fee $ $ Week Camper $ $ ACE Program ADD: $20.00 $20.00 COPE Programs ADD: $30.00 $30.00 SCUBA Program ADD: $45.00 $45.00 Snorkeling Program ADD: $35.00 $35.00 Rifle Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge ADD: $20.00 $20.00 Plumbing Merit Badge ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1 adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. After that fee is: $ $ PLEASE CIRCLE WEEK(S) YOUR UNIT WILL ATTEND: Wk 1-June Wk 2-June Wk 3-July 1-7 Wk 4-July 8-14 Wk 5-July Wk 6-July Wk 7-July 29-Aug.4 PLEASE PRINT & FILL OUT ENTIRE FORM COMPLETLEY Unit # District: Council: Campsite: Camp Leader Phone (H) ( ) (B) ( ) Address City State Zip PAYMENT 3: TOTAL FEES DUE BY MAY 21 (Add an additional $20 if paid after May 21) (Acct. # ) Number of Scouts expected: X Balance due per Scout = $ # ACE Scout: X $20.00 per Scout = $ # COPE Scout: X $30.00 per Scout = $ # SCUBA Scouts: X $45.00 per Scout = $ # Snorkeling Scouts: X $35.00 per Scout = $ # Rifle Shooting MB Scouts: X $10.00 per Scout = $ # Shotgun Shooting MB Scouts: X $20.00 per Scout = $ # Plumbing MB Scouts: X $10.00 per Scout = $ Adults: 2 free per Troop and 1adult free for every 10 Scouts after 10. Must Have a Minimum of 2 Leaders X Free Paid leaders expected: X Balance due per leader = $ Subtract 2 nd week camper discount: X Discount fee per Scout = $ TOTAL ENCLOSED = Make checks payable to Dan Beard Council, and mail to Dan Beard Council, Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH $ Signature: Date: Refund Policy The Dan Beard Council will refund all but the $75 deposit per Scout for those who contact the Dan Beard Council Service Center no later than 30 days prior to your Troop s arrival at camp. Fees are transferable to other Scouts but not refundable. No refunds will be given after the 30 day cancellation deadline. 32

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34 2012 INDIVIDUAL CAMPER APPLICATION All requested information below is to be filled out completely Scout: District: Troop #: Council: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Food Allergies: (Please fill out Special Diet request form 2 weeks before camp) Rank: Birthdate: Circle Date Attending: Wk 1-June Wk 2-June Wk 3-July 1-7 Wk 4-July 8-14 Wk 5-July Wk 6-July Wk 7-July 29-Aug.4 The Individual Camper Program is designed to give Scouts a chance to attend summer camp individually without their Troop. Camp provides quality leadership. Scouts whose Troop is not going to camp, going to a different camp, or not going at a convenient time can attend with other provisional Scouts. Some Scouts may want to attend for more than one week. FEE DESCRIPTION DISCOUNT FEE By May 21 Add $10 if 4/9 payment late REGULAR FEE After May 21 Add $10 if 4/9 payment late Camper Fee $ $ Week Camper $ $ ACE Program ADD: $20.00 $20.00 COPE Programs ADD: $30.00 $30.00 SCUBA Program ADD: $45.00 $45.00 Snorkeling Program ADD: $35.00 $35.00 Rifle Shooting MB ADD: $10.00 $10.00 Shotgun Shooting MB ADD: $20.00 $20.00 Plumbing MB ADD: $10.00 $10.00 PAYMENT 1: $75.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due with Reservation $ enclosed PAYMENT 2: $75.00 $ enclosed PAYMENT 3: $75.00 $ enclosed PAYMENT WITH ADD Programs INCLUDED: $ Enclosed SUBMIT WITH PAYMENT SHEET 1 and MAKE SUBSEQUENT PAYMENTS WITH PAYMENT SHEETS 2 & 3 Please mail this form to: Dan Beard Council, BSA Questions: (513) Website: Individual Camper Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH

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36 2012 SECOND SESSION APPLICATION All requested information below is to be filled out completely The Second Session Program is designed to give Scouts a chance to come back to summer camp individually, without their Troop, and enhance their summer camping experience. Scouts will enjoy all the same programs, amenities, and excitement of camp for a second week at half the cost! Scout: District: Troop #: Council: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: Food Allergies: (Please fill out Special Diet request form before camp) Rank: Birthdate: Dates Desired (Choices) First: Second: Third: Recruited by: (Camp Staff Name if applicable) What week of camp did you previously attend? FEE DESCRIPTION DISCOUNT FEE 2nd Week Camper $ COPE Programs ADD: $30.00 SCUBA Program ADD: $45.00 Snorkeling Program ADD: $35.00 Rifle Shooting MB ADD: $10.00 Shotgun Shooting MB ADD: $20.00 Plumbing MB ADD: $10.00 ACE (Advanced Camper Experience) ADD: $20.00 PAYMENT: $120 registration fee and all additional program fees (above) due with application Please mail this form with payment to: Dan Beard Council, BSA Friedlander Second Session Reading Rd. Cincinnati, OH Or return this form with payment to: Camp Friedlander Administration Office Questions: (513) Website: 36

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38 INFORMATION FOR SCOUTS AND PARENTS In order for a Scout to be successful at camp, his parent(s) or guardian(s) must be informed of the Troop s program plans and expectations. After your Troop has established your summer camp program plan, we encourage you to host a Scout and Parent Orientation Meeting in January or February. Please share the following pages with all Scouts and parents: Troop # Campsite TO: The family of Scout: Date: SUBJECT: Our Troop s preparations for a week of FUN at CAMP FRIEDLANDER! Our Troop will attend camp starting Sunday,, through Saturday, (Date) (Date) Assembly and departure at O clock, from on. (Date) (Time) (Location) Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to allow plenty of time for loading and any final collection of necessary forms, etc. Our pick-up time after camp will be O clock, from on Saturday. (Time) (Location) (Date) Our Summer Camp Coordinator is: (Name) Phone: ( ) Please submit a $75 deposit now and all remaining camp fees and paperwork when requested. 38

39 INFORMATION FOR SCOUTS AND PARENTS Be sure to read this material completely so that you gain a full understanding of the Troop s plans for a great week of summer camp for your son. If you still have questions after reading this packet thoroughly, please direct them to the Troop Summer Camp Coordinator, that way all parents will receive a consistent message of what to plan for and expect. Here are things that need to be done before camp. Review the what to bring to camp list and add any additional personal items. 1. Turn in Annual Health and Medical Record to Troop Summer Camp Coordinator by: a. Complete parts A and C and sign the form. b. Have a certified and licensed healthcare provider complete and sign part B. c. This form must be updated within 12 months of the dates of camp. 2. REVIEW THE ACTIVITY LISTING SHOWING MERIT BADGES AND OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT CAMP FRIEDLANDER Listed by some merit badges are age requirements and pre-requisites your son may need to do before going to camp. Please help your son prepare for a successful experience at camp by helping him review the merit badge requirements and follow up to see that he completes any pre-requisites listed. 3. SPENDING MONEY: The amount to bring depends on your own circumstances, program plans, and your family s wishes. Ordinarily, the average Scout spends about $50 during a week s stay at camp. One of the adults with the Troop can provide a bank for Scouts to place their money in safekeeping. (Scouts bringing Traveler s Checks should use small denominations and keep a record of the serial numbers at home.) 4. VISITORS: Parents and other visitors are always welcome to observe the programs and facilities at Camp Friedlander. Since the Troop has a schedule of activities planned, please check with Troop leaders first, so that you don t miss seeing your son. All visitors are required to sign-in at the Camp Office upon arrival and will be given a visitor wristband to wear. 5. GUEST MEALS at Camp are always available: Breakfast $5.00, Lunch $6.00, and Dinner $7.00. Purchase meal tickets at the Camp Office. Children 6 and under eat free. 6. FAMILY CAMPING IS NOT PERMITTED at Camp Friedlander. The only children under 18 permitted to stay overnight are registered Boy Scouts with a Troop. A list of local accommodations for family members who wish to stay overnight in the area is available through area motel listings in the telephone yellow pages or on the Internet. 7. SEND CARDS, LETTERS AND CARE PACKAGES TO YOUR SON AT CAMP! Send the first on Friday before we leave for Camp. That way it will get there on Monday or Tuesday. If you send a care package, please send enough so that your son can share it with his patrol or with the whole Troop. Experience shows that a postcard, letter, or care package goes a long way toward keeping your son happy at camp! Address: Scout s name Troop #, Campsite Camp Friedlander 581 Ibold Road Loveland, OH Please discourage your son from calling home during camp. Calls home tend to disrupt the Troop schedule. If one of our Troop s leaders believes that it is necessary for your son to call home, permission will be granted. AN ADULT LEADER MUST ACCOMPANY A SCOUT WHILE HE USES THE PHONE. Please do not allow your son to bring a cell phone to camp. 8. LABEL YOUR SON S PERSONAL BELONGINGS: Each year campers leave clothing and other personal belongings the camp staff cannot return because it is without a name or Troop number. We suggest that parents use an indelible fine point marker to label items with your son s name and Troop #. A lost and found area will be designated. The camp will not be responsible for missing items. Valuable items should not be brought to camp. Raccoons in the area have been known to pilfer valuable items. All items will be kept for 1 week after camp. After this they will be donated to a local clothing drive. 9. FIREWORKS: Fireworks of any kind are not permitted at camp. 10. If your Troop has not completed an advance swim check, PLEASE HAVE YOUR SON WEAR HIS SWIM TRUNKS UNDER HIS UNIFORM ON SUNDAY. 11. LEAVE AT HOME: Matches, candles, firearms, cell phones, ipods, and pets. Any Scout with a knife must have it approved in advance by the Scoutmaster and carry a signed TOT N CHIP card. 12. BIKE POLICY: There is no riding of bikes permitted at camp. A Troop may want to do a biking trip at near-by Loveland Bike Trail, but must walk bikes in and out of camp. 13. PARENT S NIGHT IS FRIDAY NIGHT STARTING AT 5:30 PM. Come have dinner with your son and see your son s campsite and Camp Friedlander. Dinner is between 5:30 and 7:00 PM and the cost is $7.00 per person. Register for dinner through your Troop. After dinner, the camp will have open program areas and a closing campfire program. All are invited. 39

40 TROOP ROSTER (This form to be completed by the Summer Camp Coordinator) Troop # Council Campsite Week # Summer Camp Coordinator: PLEASE PRINT Leader Names 1 St Payment Paid (Deposit) 2 nd Payment Paid FEES RECORDS 3 rd Payment Paid Phone # ( ) Voyager /COPE/SCUBA/ Snorkeling Paid Total Camp Fees Paid Check when rec d (Troop Use) Health Form L= Learner B- Beginner S= Swimmer Swimming Classification Scout Names Make copies for additional sheets as necessary. Make checks payable to: Dan Beard Council, BSA. This form to be submitted upon arrival at camp. 40

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42 Element of Danger Form (To be completed by all C.O.P.E., Climbing, and ACE participants and submitted upon arrival at camp) Element of Danger Statement: As in any physical activity, there is an element of risk during the event. I understand there are inherent risks that cannot be eliminated from these activities. I have full knowledge of the nature and extent of the risks including, but not limited to: 1. Injuries resulting from falling from a height up to 60, collision with the Tower structure, high course events, low course events, or other obstacles. 2. Injuries resulting from rope abrasion, entanglement, and other injuries that may result from activities or other persons, including but not limited to slipping, trip and fall, climbing, rappelling, belaying, lowering on a rope, rescue or emergency activities, as well as injuries, abrasions, and cuts resulting from contact with the ground, equipment, and components of the program elements. 3. Failure of the ropes, harnesses, course hardware, anchor points, or any other part of the challenge course structure or equipment. Injuries from falling participants or equipment. 4. Injuries resulting from the negligence of other course participants, belayers, spotters, spectators or staff members. Certification of Fitness: All material pre-existing health conditions and physical limitations of the participant will be disclosed by the participant or the participant s parent or guardian in writing before beginning any activity. I have listed below any medical conditions which may hinder my abilities in the selected activities. 1. Do you have any limiting physical disability, or conditions (temporary or permanent)? YES NO If yes, identify and explain: 2. Are you currently taking medication (prescribed or otherwise)? YES NO If yes, identify and explain: 3. Please list any allergies to food, medicine, plant, animal, insect, other: 4. Have or subject to: (Check if yes) Asthma Fainting Spells Convulsions Diabetes Angina Epilepsy Drug Reactions Bleeding Disorders Heart Trouble Prosthesis Explain any checked boxes: Medical Permission: This health information is correct so far as I know, and the person herein described has permission to engage in all prescribed activities, except as noted by me or a physician. In the event of an emergency, I understand a reasonable attempt will be made to reach my emergency contact. If unable to reach that contact, I hereby give permission to the physician, selected by the adult leaders in charge, to secure proper treatment, including hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, or injections of medication. Participant s Signature Printed Name Date Parent or Guardian (If under 18 years old) Printed Name Date 42

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44 PRE-CAMP SWIM CLASSIFICATION RECORD Camp Friedlander will accept pre-camp swim classification tests conducted by qualified aquatics instructors (see acceptable certification listings below). Please indicate each Scout s and adult s classification information on your final Troop roster at checkin on Sunday. All participants not having a pre-camp swim classification indicated on the Troop roster will be asked to take one as part of the Sunday afternoon check-in process at camp. The Camp Aquatics Director reserves the right to retest all participants to assure that swim standards have been met. SWIM CLASSIFICATIONS: Learner: No Test or did not meet Beginner classification in swimming ability. Beginner: The participant enters the water by jumping in, feet first. Using an approved swimming style, swims 25 feet in one direction, stops, turns and swims 25 feet back to the starting point. Swimmer: The participant enters the water by jumping in, feet first and swim 100 yards: Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: side, breast, trudgeon or crawl; swim 25 yards on back, using resting back stroke; show you can float, or if not buoyant, with just enough motion to stay afloat. After test is completed transfer info to Troop Roster. The form below must be attached to your roster at check-in. TROOP NUMBER: DATE OF SWIM TEST: Name of Person Conducting Swim Classification: Print Signature Certification Expires Certification: (please check) Aquatics Instructor, BSA BSA National Camp School Aquatics Supervisor BSA Lifeguard American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Swim Coach (School: ) Scoutmaster: Print Signature Scout Name Learner Beginner Swimmer (Make copies for additional sheets as necessary) 44

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46 SCUBA AND SNORKELING PROGRAM FORMS The SCUBA and Snorkeling programs at Camp Friedlander require separate forms that must be submitted upon arrival at camp. Because of the length of these forms, they are not included in this guide. Instead, please download the forms from the Camp Friedlander website at The following forms are required for the SCUBA program: SCUBA and Snorkel Release SCUBA Medical Statement (note: this form is required in addition to the BSA medical form) SCUBA and Snorkeling Agreement The following forms are required for the Snorkeling program: SCUBA and Snorkel Release SCUBA and Snorkeling Agreement Snorkel Statement Please download the appropriate forms from the website above, print them out, complete them, and submit them to your Troop s summer camp coordinator. If you are unable to access these forms, please contact Jennifer Pangallo, Camping Secretary, at the Scout Achievement Center at (513) or camping@danbeard.org so printed copies of the forms can be mailed to you. 46

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48 EARLY RELEASE FORM In order to release a camper prior to Saturday morning, this form must be submitted upon arrival at camp. If it is not on file with in the camp office at the time of release, all Scouts leaving camp will be required to be signed out personally by the Scoutmaster. There are no exceptions to this policy. of Troop will be leaving camp on Name of Scout Date and Time with for the reason of. Name of Adult taking Child This person will be prepared to show a photo ID to the Camp Clerk before removing the youth from the camp. Parent or Guardian Signature Print Parent or Guardian Name Scoutmaster Signature Scoutmaster Name I have shown a photo ID to remove Print Name of Person Picking Up Camper Print Name of Camper from Camp Friedlander. Signature of person picking up camper: Signature of camper: Witnessed by:. Signature of Staff Member Date: Time: 48

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50 SPECIAL DIET REQUEST FORM Allergies and special diets are a common concern of our campers. Our food service is very experienced with accommodating most diets including food allergies, religious restrictions, and other health-related diets. We are be happy to work accommodate any diet; however, we this form be submitted at least two weeks prior to arrival at camp. Please note: Special diet requests are for food allergies, religious restrictions, and other health-related needs only. Requests should not be made for food preferences, personal taste, or for picky eaters : the camp cannot accommodate these requests and they will not be honored. Vegeterian alternatives are available at each meal and unless a true medical need, should not be requested here. Example of special diet requests include: gluten-free diet, kosher meals, peanut allergy, lactose intolerance, etc. Examples of diets that are not a special request include: vegetarian diets, child does not like vegetables, child will only eat hot dogs or hamburgers, etc. Please complete this form and submit to the Dan Beard Council at least two weeks prior to arrival at camp: Scout s Name: Troop/Crew #: Date Attending: Medical condition or religious need: Special diet request: Person to contact for questions or clarification: Phone #: Special food requests should only be made for food allergies, religious restrictions, and health-related issues. 50

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52 INDIVIDUAL SCOUT ACTIVITY SCHEDULE (This Form is For Troop Use Only) TROOP # CAMPSITE: DATES ATTENDING CAMP: SCOUT S NAME: 1. Review the Overall Activity Listing for the available merit badges and programs you are interested in. 2. Using a pencil, fill in the schedule you are interested in taking while at summer camp in the space below. 3. When finished, turn in to your Camp Coordinator for review and approval. 4. Your Camp Coordinator will provide your confirmed schedule after online merit badge registration is complete. START TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 9:00am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 2:00pm 3:00pm 3:30pm 4:00pm 7:00pm

53 TROOP PROGRAM DAILY SCHEDULE PROGRAM: 9:00 AM-11:50 AM MEALS: 8:00 AM TROOP#: WEEK # 1:30-5:00 PM 12:15 PM LEADERS: SCOUTS: 7:00 PM-DUSK 6:00 PM PATROLS: CAMPSITE: TIME SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 8:00am - 9:00am BREAKFAST BREAKFAST BREAKFAST BREAKFAST BREAKFAST BREAKFAST 9:00am - 11:50am Morning Program Area Morning Program Area Morning Program Area Morning Program Area Morning Program Area 9:00 AM CHECK OUT 12:15pm - 1:30pm 1:00 CHECK-IN LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH LUNCH 1:30pm - 5:00 PM Medical Checks Swim Checks Campsite Setup Afternoon Program Area Afternoon Program Area Afternoon Program Area Afternoon Program Area Afternoon Program Area 6:00pm DINNER DINNER DINNER Scoutmaster/SPL Dinner at Pavilion DINNER DINNER DINNER 5:30 PM FAMILY NIGHT 7:00pm Chapel Service 7:30pm SM & SPL Mtg Merit Badge Add/Drop Session Open Program Open Program Camp-wide Games and Chapel Services Open Program Open Program 8:30pm Leaders Mtg for OA 9:00pm Opening Campfire OA Brotherhood Ceremony Closing Campfire and OA Call-Out 53

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