Webelos Resident Camp 2010 Leader s Guide

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1 Webelos Resident Camp 2010 Leader s Guide

2 Dear Webelos Den Leader and Webelos Scout parent, Thank you for attending Camp Birch in Webelos Resident camp is a great opportunity for Scouts, their parents, and their leaders to enjoy a camping experience, get a jump start on earning activity pins, and have lots of fun! Webelos Resident camp is specifically targeted for Scouts who will be entering 4 th or 5 th grade in the fall. Activities will be more challenging than those at Cub Scout Day Camp. This guide will allow you to become familiar with the Webelos Resident Camp at Camp Birch and take you step by step through the registration process. It also answers many questions you may have. Please take a minute to read this guide as we have changed the program this year in response to your input. Necessary registration forms are attached. They may be copied for distribution to your pack. Important Dates - Camp Birch Staff May 1 st May 7 th June 10 th July 11 th -14 th Last day to register for a Campership Last day for Early Bird Registration. Last Day to register for Webelos Resident Camp Camp! Camp Fees and Payment Dates Webelos Early Bird Fee is $135 if paid by May 7 th. After May 7 th, the fee is $150. Adult Fee is: $25 to cover meals. Webelos Fee includes: - Webelos Scout - One T-Shirt for each Webelos scout if ordered by May 7 th (otherwise subject to availability) - One patch for each Webelos Scout - Adults may purchase a shirt for $12.00 if ordered by May 7 th. ($15 after May 7 th ) ($2 added fee for 2XL and 3XL shirts) - All meals beginning Sunday evening and going through Wednesday breakfast - Camping in Boy Scout wall tents - campers may bring their own tents if they prefer - All program supplies All payments should be made at the Council Service Center, located at 326 South Thompson Avenue, Springfield, Ohio. Payments may be made by credit card by calling: (937) No Scout should miss summer camp because of the price. Camp camperships are available. Applications are included in this guide. Additional copies are available at: Campership applications should be submitted to the council office by May 1 st.

3 How to Register for Webelos Resident Camp 1. Webelos Den Leader will pass out the registration forms and campership applications to interested Scouts. Remember, Scouts who were Bear Scouts during the Scout year are eligible to attend Webelos Resident Camp. 2. Select the activity pins and other activities which your scouts would like to work on at camp. Use the form at the end of this guide. 3. Webelos Den Leaders will collect fees and registration forms. 4. Turn in fees and registration forms by May 7 th to receive the Early Bird discount. 5. Turn in campership applications no later than May 1 st. 6. Turn in all fees and registration forms by June 11 th. Special Dietary Requirements forms must be turned in at this time. 7. Webelos Den Leader will prepare the unit roster and assemble both medical forms and Orders for Medications forms. The roster must include all adults attending camp and which days they plan to attend. Everyone at camp, even if only for a day, must have a Class I medical form. Please alphabetize your roster and medical forms to make registration quicker. 8. Bring your unit roster and medical forms to camp registration on July 11 th at 1:00 pm. Webelos Resident Camp Adult Leadership Each unit must supply at least two leaders for every five boys with a minimum of two leaders per unit. Leaders may switch if administration is notified, however, each unit must maintain the minimum leadership IN CAMP at all times. Parents/guardians are highly encouraged to accompany their Webelos Scouts to resident camp. Each Scout not accompanied by a parent or guardian must be under the responsible care of an adult designated by the parent on the registration form. All Webelos Scouts will eat and camp with their packs. They will attend program with their assigned groups. At the leaders meeting on Sunday night, each leader or parent will be assigned to accompany a program group from 9 AM until 4 PM. We will make every attempt to place parents with their own sons. Webelos not accompanied to camp by their own parent or guardian may be in a program group with a Webelos Den Leader or parent from another pack. Some adult leader training will be available during camp. Leaders and other adults will need to coordinate their schedules to ensure 2-deep leadership in their packs at all times. Webelos I Program Webelos Resident Camp Program During camp, each Webelos I Scout will have an opportunity to work on two Webelos Activity Pins as well as belt loops and other activities (see the list below). We will make every attempt to assign each den to their first choice for all activities. In order to do this we will be creating our schedule after sign-up is complete so that our class schedule reflects demand. Your early sign-up would help facilitate this process. It is best to sign-up your whole den for the same activities. We find that once boys get to camp and realize they will be in sessions with boys and leaders they don t know, they ask to be switched anyway.

4 Webelos I - Activity Pins offered (choose 2 and an alternate): Artist Aquanaut Forester Showman Scientist Fitness * (See Appendix Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins - Fitness) Citizen * (See Appendix Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins - Citizen) * These 2 activity pins have prerequisites. It is up to the Den Leaders and parents to ensure that these are completed prior to camp. Belt Loops and Other Activities (choose 6) Archery belt loop** BB belt loop** Volleyball Belt loop** Ultimate belt loop** Chess belt loop Boating Craft I Craft II Obstacle course Climbing Initiative Games Fishing Although we are not offering the Athlete or Craftsman activity pins, the Belt loops marked ** all count towards the Athlete activity pin and the two crafts will count towards the Craftsman activity pin. Webelos II Program For Webelos II Scouts we have a special program that is modeled more like a Boy Scout program. They will still have the opportunity to complete the Outdoorsman and Readyman pins as well as working on Arrow of Light requirements, and these will be integrated into the overall program rather than taught as separate sessions. This program is an excellent opportunity to prepare Webelos II s for Boy Scouts and the adventures that await them there! If you believe that a scout who will be a Webelos II in the coming year would be better served by doing the Webelos I program, feel free to sign him up with your Webelos I den. However, only a Webelos II can register for the Webelos II program. Adult Training We will be offering the Webelos Den Leader Training for adults. Other classes may be available as well, such as Safe Swim Defense, Safety Afloat, Climb on Safely, Disability Awareness, etc. Please indicate your interest in classes and we will offer those that have enough interest.

5 Schedule Sunday, July 11 th Time Activity 2:00-5:00 PM Check-in, campsite setup, swim checks, dining hall instruction 5:45 PM Waiters report to dining hall. 6:00-7:00 PM Retreat at parade field, followed by supper in the dining hall. 7:00 PM Adult leader meeting in the breezeway PM Evening activity - TBA 8:30 PM Opening campfire at council ring. 10:00 PM Taps. Monday, July 12 th Time Activity 7:00 AM Reveille. 7:30 AM Scout s Own Service at the chapel. 7:45 AM Waiters report to the dining hall. 8:00-9:00 AM Flag raising at the parade field, followed by breakfast in the dining hall. 9:00 12:00 PM Program 11:45 AM Waiters report to the dining hall. 12:00-1:00 PM Lunch. 2:00-5:00 PM Program 5:00 PM Meet at parade field so Webelos can return to their packs from their groups. 5:45 PM Waiters report to dining hall. 6:00-7:00 PM Retreat at the parade field, followed by dinner in the dining hall. 7:00 PM Adult leader meeting in the breezeway. 7:15-8:45 PM 3-mile hike in John Bryan State Park (weather permitting) 7:00-10:00 PM Free time some program areas will be open 10:00 PM Taps. Tuesday, July 13 th Time Activity 7:00 AM Reveille. 7:30 AM Scout s Own Service at the chapel. 7:45 AM Waiters report to the dining hall. 8:00-9:00 AM Flag raising at the parade field, followed by breakfast in the dining hall. 9:00 12:00 PM Program 11:45 AM Waiters report to the dining hall. 12:00-1:00 PM Lunch. 2:00-5:00 PM Program 5:00 PM Meet at parade field so Webelos can return to their packs from their groups. 5:45 PM Waiters report to dining hall. 6:00-7:00 PM Retreat at the parade field, followed by dinner in the dining hall. 7:00 PM Adult leader meeting in the breezeway. 7:00-8:30 PM Free time some program areas will be open 7:15-8:15 PM Service Project (required for those taking the Citizenship Activity Pin) 8:30 PM Closing campfire at council ring. 10:00 PM Taps. Wednesday, July 14 th Time Activity 7:00 AM Reveille. 7:30 AM Scout s Own Service in campgrounds 8:00-9:00 AM Camp tear down 9:00-10:00 AM Continental breakfast in dining hall 10:00 AM Retreat at the parade field, followed by check out

6 Life at Camp Tecumseh Council is concerned about the health, safety, and welfare of all persons attending Camp Birch. Please take a few minutes to read over these items and share them with parents in your dens and packs. Your Campsite Your campsite will be your home during your stay with us. All sites have a latrine and washstand with potable water. Regardless of whether you bring your own tents or use the camp s tents, your campsite will be equipped with the following: 1 flagpole 1 trashcan 1 shovel, rake & broom 1 bulletin board 1 campfire ring 1 picnic table 1 dining fly 1 cot for each Scout and each adult If any of these items are missing, or if you have other special needs, please contact the Ranger staff. Please take good care of camp equipment. Remind your Webelos Scouts that this equipment w ill be used by many other Scouts during the summers to come. We re proud that some of our tents are older than your Webelos Scouts and are still in excellent condition! During resident camp, your campsite belongs to you. Please encourage your Webelos Scouts to avoid going through other campsites without asking and receiving permission to enter. Sleeping arrangements Per Boy Scout regulations, no Scout may sleep in a tent with an adult who is not his parent or guardian, whether or not his parent or guardian is also sleeping in the tent. Please plan accordingly. Campsite campfires Please limit campfires to campfire rings. To prevent spread of Emerald Ash Borer disease, no firewood may be brought onto camp property. Camp has an ample supply of firewood at the Quartermaster Building. Dining Hall & Food Service The Dining Hall at Camp Birch serves cafeteria-style. In order to serve 300 Scouts, leaders and staff efficiently, we will begin serving promptly. Seconds and thirds are commonplace. Here are a few House Rules : - We enter the Dining Hall with our Cub Scout sign up and our hats off - Singing while in line for food is encouraged; - We demonstrate manners consistent with the Cub Scout Oath and Law while dining; - We seat 8 to a table: 6 Scouts, 1 leader and 1 staff member; - Wet bathing suits should not be worn inside the Dining Hall; - No shirt, no shoes, no service; - We clean up after ourselves; - We walk indoors and run outdoors; - Anyone wishing to help serve, please contact the kitchen staff.

7 Special Dietary Needs We want your stay to be enjoyable at camp. If Scouts or leaders need special meal substitutes please complete the Special Dietary Needs Form, which is included with this guide. Trading Post The trading post is conveniently stocked with handicraft projects, Scouting literature and materials, snacks, drinks, camp souvenirs, along with a wide assortment of BSA and camping supplies. The Trading Post accepts cash, checks, and credit cards. Quartermaster & Special Services The camp quartermaster operates out of the Quartermaster Building across from the Kiwanis Lodge. Hours will be announced at adult leader meetings. In addition to the quartermaster, the camp commissary, located at the northeast corner of the Dining Hall, is a good place to request needed items, such as additional toilet tissue. Check-in Check-in begins at 2:00pm on Sunday. During check-in the staff will collect any last minute fees and any outstanding medical forms or other program related information. Units will receive each Webelos program group assignment at this time, as well as the program schedule for all the groups. If a Scout leaves camp, his unit leader, parent or guardian must check him out. Camp Tour After a unit has checked in, a staff guide will lead the pack to their campsite, take them to swim checks, range safety instruction, and dining hall instruction, and help with campsite set-up. Buddy System Buddies will be required for Webelos Scouts at all times. A Scout s buddy may be his parent or guardian. However, a buddy may not be an unrelated adult unless a second Scout or second adult is also present. Private Vehicles In Camp All personal vehicles must be kept in the camp parking lot. Persons with disabilities should contact the Ranger s Office at (937) prior to arriving at Camp Birch to receive a vehicle pass. Only persons with a current State Handicapped Parking Permit will receive a pass. Attendance Unit leaders are asked to complete a roster each morning listing all adults and youth attending. Let the Camp Director and/or Program Director know of any changes of personnel. Visitors Visitors are always welcome at Camp Birch. Please register and pick up a visitor s pass at the Camp Office (McMillan Building) or see the Camp Director. Flag Ceremonies Flag raising is held at 8:00 am in the Parade Field. Retreat is at 6:00 pm in the Parade Field. Adult Leader Meetings An adult leader meeting will be held daily at 7:00 PM in the breezeway. At least one leader from every pack must attend each leader meeting. Uniforms Uniforms are required for Webelos Scouts at dinner and campfires.

8 Telephone and Mail The camp emergency phone number is (937) Parents and others should remember that this is a camp and it is not possible to locate campers or leaders at a moment's not ice. Scouts may not use the camp telephone system without being accompanied by an adult Leader. We strongly discourage Webelos Scouts from bringing cell phones to camp. Camp will not be responsible for any lost or damaged phones. Adults with cell phones should be aware that coverage at camp is spotty. Mail is delivered daily (excluding Sunday) to Camp and should be addressed as follows: Scout s Name Pack Number Camp Birch 4057 Swimming Pool Road Yellow Springs OH About Our Staff The greatest strength of Camp Birch s program is the young men and w omen w ho serve on camp staff. They are here to make sure that Scouts have the best time possible during their w eek in camp. A simple thank you will go a long w ay for all their hard work and effort! Extra mile tokens will be given to your pack during registration. Distribute these as you see fit to your Webelos and adult leaders. When you see a staff member go the extra mile for your pack, reward them with a token. Health Lodge, Medical Forms, Medications The camp has an on-site health officer, trained in first aid and emergency response. The health officer provides routine medical treatment and handles minor medical problems. An adult leader should accompany any Scout who requires assistance to the Health Lodge. Every camper, whether an adult or a youth, must submit a NEW BSA Medical form Parts A and C. Any camper who will be taking maintenance medication during camp must complete the attached Orders for Medications form and turn his medications in to the medical officer. Medications will be provided at the times prescribed, generally at mealtime. All prescription medications must be in their original containers. Medications that by doctor s order must be carried at all times, such as Epinephrine or Nitroglycerin, will not be collected like maintenance medication. Campers using those medications should carry them as ordered. Emergency Notification If emergencies should arise at camp during the week, a public address and siren system may be used to make notification. In the event an emergency situation is discovered at camp, please notify the staff immediately. Follow all directions of staff. If word of an emergency from outside of camp is received, our staff w ill make immediate notification. The telephone number for camp is One-on-One Contact / Privacy Statement / Photographs Consistent with BSA policy, private, one-on-one contact between adults and youth members is not permitted. In situations that require a personal conference, the meeting is to be conducted in view of others. Adult leaders must respect the privacy of youth members in situations such as changing into swimming suits or taking showers at camp and may intrude only to the extent that health and safety require. No youth is permitted to sleep in the tent of any adult other than that of his parent or guardian. Cameras, including cellular phones with cameras may not be used in any of the following areas: restrooms, changing areas, showers, inside tents or any area that would call the motivations of the camera user into question.

9 Wildlife & Nature s Hazards Camp Hugh Taylor Birch is blessed with a wide variety of flora and fauna. Every Scout should be able to recognize poison ivy. Wild animals are important to camp, but can be dangerous if cornered or threatened. We should remember that the camp is the animals home twelve months of the year and we are here for only a short time. What to Bring to Camp Unit Equipment While most camp equipment is provided, your unit may want to bring other items to make your stay more comfortable. Suggested units items include lanterns, propane, flags, first aid kit, alarm clock, games, paper, pens and pencils, sewing kit, etc. Units are also expected to bring a lot of Scout spirit. Personal Equipment In general, campers should bring the following equipment to summer camp: Formal attire BSA uniform shirt BSA uniform shorts or slacks BSA uniform socks BSA uniform belt Informal attire T-shirts Underwear Sneakers or boots or both Shorts Socks Belt Jacket or sweater Sleep attire Camping, hiking, activity essentials Pack or duffel bag Pocket knife Flashlight Rain coat or poncho Bath towels Hat or cap Swimsuit Sun block Insect repellant Personal hygiene gear: toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, soap, shampoo, etc. Medications Class I medical form Talcum powder Paper, pen, pencil Canteen or water bottle Sleeping gear (sleeping bag, pillow) Coat hangers Webelos Handbook Optional Spending money (we recommend $15 to $30) Camera with film Watch Religious books Things Not to bring to Camp The following items are not allowed in camp: Electronic games and devices, bicycles, sheath knives, bows, arrows, firearms, ammunition, fireworks, drugs, alcohol, pets, tobacco, anything not listed that is illegal or not consistent with Scout principles.

10 2010 Webelos Resident Camp * Tecumseh Council BSA Camp Birch Youth Registration Form Dates: July 11 th -14 th Complete this form and turn into your Webelos Den Leader or the Council Office no later than June 11 th (May 7 th for early bird discount). Note: T-shirts are subject to availability after May 7 th. Webelos Scout Name: Grade: Pack: Den # Address: City: Zip: Phone: Parent/Guardian/Responsible adult: Note: Each Webelos Scout must be accompanied by a parent, a guardian, or by a parent-approved adult. Webelos Scout T-shirt size, check one: Youth: S M L Adult: S M L Note: To guarantee a shirt is must be ordered by May 7 th. Orders after May 7 th will cost $15 and will be subject to availability. Registration fee, check one: $ Early Bird (Paid in full by May 7 th ) $ Regular Registration (Paid in full after MAY 7 th ) Extra T-shirts: Early Bird $12, otherwise $15 add $2.00 extra for 2XL and 3XL (Youth: S M L Adult: S M L XL XXL XXXL) TOTAL $ $ $ New BSA Medical Form (Parts A and C) is included in this packet If you have special dietary needs, please complete the Special Dietary Needs form. This form should be turned in with your registration. If you will be bringing medications to camp please complete the Orders for Medications form. Bring this form to camp with you. Copy and Distribute (we recommend the Den Leader use these sheets in conjunction with the excel registration spreadsheet)

11 2010 Webelos Resident Camp * Tecumseh Council BSA Camp Birch Adult Registration Form Dates: July 11 th -14 th Complete this form and turn into the Webelos Den Leader or the Council Office no later than June 11 th (May 22 nd for early bird discount). Adult Name: Pack: Address: City: Zip: I will be responsible for the following Webelos Scouts: I will be in camp the following days: Throughout camp Evenings only Days only Other: Adult Food Services Fee: $ _ 25 Adult T-shirts: Early Bird $12, otherwise $15 add $2.00 extra for 2XL and 3XL (subject to availability after 5/7) Adult: S M L XL XXL XXXL $ Total: $ New BSA Medical Form (Parts A and C) is included in this packet I would like to take the following classes, if offered: Safe Swim Defense Safety Afloat Webelos Den Leader Training Climb on Safely Disability Awareness Other (if available): If you have special dietary needs, please complete the Special Dietary Needs form. This form should be turned in with your registration. If you will be bringing medications to camp please complete the Orders for Medications form. Bring this form to camp with you. Copy and Distribute (we recommend the Den Leader use these sheets in conjunction with the excel registration spreadsheet)

12 Webelos I Program Program Planning (Note: we recommend using the excel registration spreadsheet for this) While we will make every effort to match every den with its first 2 choices, please choose three of the following activity pins and number them in preference from 1 to 3. The same goes for the belt loops and other activities. Choose 8 and number them in preference from 1 to 8, and we will try to match each den with its first 6 choices. Pack # Den # Adult Leaders Name Cell Phone # 1. ( ) 2. ( ) 3. ( ) Activity Pins Artist Aquanaut Forester Showman Scientist Fitness * (See Appendix Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins - Fitness) Citizen * (See Appendix Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins - Citizen) * These 2 activity pins have prerequisites. It is up to the Den Leaders and parents to ensure that these are completed prior to camp. Belt Loops and Other Activities Archery belt loop* BB belt loop* Volleyball Belt loop* Ultimate belt loop* Chess belt loop Boating Craft I Craft II Obstacle course Climbing Initiative Games Fishing

13 Although we are not offering the Athlete or Craftsman activity pins, the Belt loops marked ** all count towards the Athlete activity pin and the two crafts will count towards the Craftsman activity pin. Webelos II Program Pack # Den # Adult Leaders Name Cell Phone # 1. ( ) 2. ( ) 3. ( )

14 2010 WEBELOS RESIDENT CAMP TECUMSEH COUNCIL PACK Den ROSTER (Note: we recommend using the excel registration spreadsheet for this) YOUTH ADULTS Time In Camp Throughout Days Nights Other Name camp only only (Explain) Use additional forms if necessary.

15 Campership Application To ensure that every boy can attend camp regardless of financial resources, Camperships are available to scouts registered in Tecumseh Council for up to two thirds of the cost of Boy Scout. The scout s family and Unit Leader must complete this application and return it to the Service Center by May 1, DATE: UNIT NUMBER: DISTRICT: SCOUT S NAME: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE: LEADER S NAME: ADDRESS: ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP: PHONE: CAMPERSHIP AMOUNT REQUESTED: UNIT OR INSTITUTIONAL ASSISTANCE: AMOUNT SCOUT WILL PAY: I certify that our family needs assistance. A camping experience will not be possible without assistance from the Campership Fund. PARENT SIGNATURE: DATE: UNIT LEADER SIGNATURE: DATE: Please return this form to: Tecumseh Council, BSA Attn. Camping Committee 326 South Thompson Ave. Springfield, OH 45506

16 ORDERS FOR MEDICATIONS No medication (even over-the-counter drugs) may be given at Boy Scout Camp without written authorization and instructions from a parent, guardian, or physician. If a Scout requires medication during camp, please complete this form. For physician prescribed medications, please have your physician sign the form. This form should be submitted at registration along with the Class I medical form. Camper s Name: Pack #: Parent s Home Phone: Please list the medications this Scout w ill be taking during his stay at camp, the dosage for each, any possible side effect and any special instructions for administration of the medication: Parent Signature: Date: Physician Signature: Date: Physician Phone: Date: The medication was given at (time) on (date) by: (medical officer initials ) The medication was given at (time) on (date) by: (medical officer initials ) The medication was given at (time) on (date) by: (medical officer initials ) The medication was given at (time) on (date) by: (medical officer initials ) The medication was given at (time) on (date) by: (medical officer initials )

17 SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS Please list any allergies to food or special food requirements. This information should be submitted with your registration no later than June 11 th. Camper s Name: Pack #: Address: Age: Parent s Home Phone: Please describe the special food requirement: Parent s signature: Date:

18 Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins - Citizen Read the letter to Webelos Scouts found below. Read the pages of the handbook it mentions, and fill in the answers to the questions. Bring your completed answer sheet to camp. Use the Job chart found below to keep track of your chores for 1 week. Bring your completed chart to camp. Letter to Webelos Scouts Dear Webelos, During your stay at Camp Birch you have elected to work on your Webelos Citizenship Badge. This is a special badge to earn, not only because it is a required badge for both your Webelos Rank and the Arrow of Light, but also because this is the first of many times that you will complete a Citizenship requirement on your journey to becoming an Eagle Scout. In preparation for camp you should read pages of your Webelos Handbook and learn the answers to the following questions (hint the answers to questions 5-13 can be found on pages of your handbook). Be prepared to use these answers and others found in your book to play Citizenship Jeopardy. -Camp Birch Staff

19 Name: Den: Pack: (answer in the space provided or use the back of the page if you need more room) 1. Who is President of the United States? 2. Who is Vice President of the United States? 3. Who is the Governor of Ohio? 4. Who is the City Manager of your town? 5. Describe the flag of the United States? 6. What is the name of the flag that flew over the American colonies before the American Revolution? 7. What is the name of the flag that George Washington flew over his army headquarters near Boston in 1776? 8. What is the name of the first official flag of the United States? 9. What is the name of the flag that flew over Fort McHenry near Baltimore, Maryland, during the war of 1812 against Great Britain? 10. How do you retire an old, worn-out flag? 11. What is the name of our national anthem? 12. Who wrote our national anthem? 13. In which year was the 50 th star added to our flag? 14. Explain why we should respect our country s flag.

20 Citizenship Belt Loop Requirement: Name: Den: Pack: Week of: 1. Develop a list of jobs you can do around the home. Chart your progress for one week. Job to Be Done Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

21 Prerequisites for Webelos I Activity Pins Fitness Using the Meal Tracker below, keep a record of your daily meals and snacks for a week. Bring your completed chart to camp. With your parents, complete the Safety Notebook below. Bring the completed notebook to camp. Meal Tracker Name: Den: Pack: Week of: Breakfast Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Lunch Dinner Snacks

22 My Safety Notebook Name: Den: Pack: Child s Bill of Rights When feeling threatened, you have the right to Trust your instincts or feelings. Expect privacy. Say no to unwanted touching or affection. Say no to an adult's inappropriate demands and requests. Withhold information that could jeopardize your safety. Refuse gifts. Be rude or unhelpful if the situation warrants. Run, scream, and make a scene. Physically fight off unwanted advances. Ask for help. Phone Numbers to Know: Fire/Police/Ambulance : 911 Home: Mom s Cell: Mom s Work: Dad s Cell: Dad s Work #: Other: Other: Other: Other:

23 Rules for Bike Safety 1. Obey all traffic signs and signals. 2. Ride single file on streets and highways and keep to the right, with the flow of traffic. 3. Ride in a straight line. Don t do stunts of weave in and out of traffic. 4. Use proper hand signals when in traffic. 5. Slow down and look carefully before you cross any intersection. 6. Be alert for other vehicles, especially for cars pulling out from the curb. 7. Don t shoot out of alleys and driveways. 8. Give pedestrians the right-of-way. 9. Don t carry another rider. 10. Don t hitch onto cars and trucks. 11. Be sure your bike has good brakes and a warning bell or horn. My Family s Rules for Keeping Me Safe What should you do if you are home alone and the phone rings? What should you do if you are home alone and someone rings your doorbell or knocks on your door? What should you do if you are playing outside your house and a car pulls up and the driver asks you for directions somewhere? What should you do if you are out shopping, or at an event and you get separated from your parent? What should you do if you are walking to a friend s house nearby and a car pulls up and the driver wants to talk to you?