Summer Camp 2014 LEADER S GUIDE

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1 Camp Roy C. Manchester Summer Camp 2014 LEADER S GUIDE

2 BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA Sycamore Station Place, Louisville, KY P.O. Box 36273, Louisville, KY PHONE: (502) FAX: (502) FOLLOW US: facebook.com/lhcbsa twitter.com/lhcbsa

3 WELCOME TO CAMP The Pfeffer Scout Reservation,Camp Roy C. Manchester is located near Benton, Kentucky. (see map above). Directions to Camp Roy C. Manchester: Take Interstate 65 South from Louisville to Exit 91. Follow signs for Western Kentucky Parkway, take Parkway for approx.100 miles until it becomes I-69. Take Exit IB for I-24W which will merge to become I-24W/I-69S. Take Exit 25A, for the Purchase Parkway toward Fulton. At Exit 47, you will take US-68 toward Draffenville and Aurora. Turn left on US 68-E and then left on Cross Road. The Camp will be at the end of the road. From Nashville take I-24W toward Kentucky. Then take Exit 65 for US 68/80. Turn left on US68/80. After 25 miles, turn right on US-68 W. After six miles, turn right on Cross Road. The Camp will be at the end of the road. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 1

4 CONTENTS WELCOME TO CAMP 1 WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW RESERVATION PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES ROY C. MANCHESTER DATES 4 BOY SCOUT EQUIPMENT CHECK LIST 5 TROOP & PATROL CHECK LIST 5 KEYS TO SUCCESS 6 CAMP FEES 6 CAMPERSHIPS 7 REFUND POLICY 7 CAMPSITE RESERVATION POLICY 8 12-DAY OUT MEETINGS 8 FINAL PREPARATIONS 9 ANNUAL HEALTH & MEDICAL RECORD 9 GENERAL CLEANLINESS 9 CAMP PROMOTION NIGHT 9 WHILE AT CAMP ROY C. MANCHESTER CAMP POLICIES 10 SUNDAY CHECK IN 12 MEAL SCHEDULE 13 FOOD SERVICE 13 VISITORS 13 MAIL 13 TROOP LEADERSHIP 14 TRADING POST 15 SCOUTMASTERS LOUNGE 15 AQUATIC PROCEDURES 15 TROOP FLAG & COUNCIL STRIPS 15 DAILY SCHEDULE 16 SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE 17 2 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

5 ADVANCEMENT ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES 18 PREREQUISITES 18 COMPLETE MERIT BADGE SCHEDULE 19 Aquatics 19 Ecology & Conservation 20 Handicraft 20 Personal Development 21 Scoutcraft 22 Shooting Sports 22 ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS EAGLE BOUND (FIRST YEAR CAMPER) 24 ORDER OF THE ARROW 24 S.T.A.R. STAFF 25 SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE 25 COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING 26 VESPERS & CHAPLAIN 27 FAMILY NIGHT 27 ROY S BEST: QUALITY TROOP 27 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE SUMMARY 28 HOW TO SIGN UP 29 WHAT TO EXPECT 29 PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS 30 STAFFING 30 GENERAL PARTICIPANT INFORMATION 31 SAMPLE SCHEDULE 32 EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST 33 THINGS NOT TO BRING 33 Visit for camp forms and additional information. 3

6 RESERVATION PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES Camp Roy C. Manchester is located on the 400 acre Pfeffer Scout Reservation on the shores of Kentucky Lake in Southwestern Kentucky. Located near Benton, Kentucky, Camp Manchester is easily accessible from anywhere in the Central United States. It is only moments from Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area and within a day s drive to the large metropolitan areas of St. Louis, Memphis, Louisville, Indianapolis and Nashville. It is truly in America s Heartland. The property includes nearly six miles of shoreline and beautiful lakeside views at every turn. Shooting Sports are paramount at Manchester where your youth can enjoy use of shotguns,.22 rifles and archery. Camp Manchester is home to Aquabase, America s premier sailing program on beautiful Kentucky Lake which covers 160,300 acres. This exciting program provides twenty-five foot Catalina sailboats and adventure together for a week! More information can be found on pages Motorboating, Waterskiing, Kayaking, Canoeing, Small- Boat Sailing, Swimming, Rowing and Personal Watercraft can also be undertaken at the Waterfront CAMP ROY C. MANCHESTER DATES Session Dates 12 Day Out Meeting Week 1 June 8 - June 14 Tuesday, May 27 Week 2 June 15 - June 21 Tuesday, June 3 Week 3 June 22- June 28 Tuesday, June 10 Week 4** June 29 - July 5 Tuesday, June 17 Week 5 July 6 - July 12 Tuesday, June 24 Week 6 July 13 - July 19 Tuesday, July 1 ** AQUABASE ONLY WEEK ** 12-Day Out Meetings are at 7:00PM CDT in the administration building at Roy C. Manchester Visit for camp forms and additional information.

7 BOY SCOUT EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST q Complete Boy Scout Uniform q Tent and Cot q (5) T-Shirts q (5) Shorts or pants q (6) Pairs of socks (socks & shoes should be worn at all times.) q Shoes q Scout Handbook/Field Book, notebook, pens and pencils q Raingear q Medical form (mandatory) q Blankets or sleeping bag q Backpack (Dufflebag & Day Pack) q Long-sleeve button-down shirt *Lifesaving Merit Badge q Long pants *Lifesaving Merit Badge q Closed Toed Water Shoes *Boating Merit Badge q Money for trading post ($50.00 suggested) q Flashlight with extra batteries q Pocket Knife q Swimming trunks q Camera q Sunscreen and insect repellent q Water bottle/canteen/cup Please leave all portable radios, electronic games, cell phones, bicycles and other valuables be left at home. TROOP AND PATROL CHECKLIST q American flag and troop flag q First-Aid kit (Inspect prior to departure from home) q Scoutmaster Handbook q Lantern(s) q Insurance policy & insurance claim form(s) q Quartermaster or supply tent q Receipts from camp fee payments q Ice chest & water cooler Visit for camp forms and additional information. 5

8 KEYS TO SUCCESS AT ROY C. MANCHESTER 1. Have someone from the troop assigned to handle the fees and to stay on schedule with payments due. This will help ensure that you get the campsite you want. 2. Have someone (preferably the SM & SPL) from the troop attend the 12-Day-Out leaders meeting. This is very critical. 3. Sessions for most merit badges will be available in both the morning and the afternoon to help provide more opportunities for Scouts. 4. Assign Scouts to different merit badge sessions. Example: If 12 Scouts want to take the First Aid merit badge, try to put 3 in each of the 4 scheduled sessions. Merit badges sessions will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Finalized merit badge schedules should be posted online by your unit no later than Friday May 16. CAMP FEES (EARLY BIRD MARCH 1ST) Program Early Bird Regular Summer Camp $ $ Provisional Camper Fee no discount $ AQUABASE $ $ Adult Fee no discount $95.00 Each troop may send 2 free adults. 6 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

9 FEES A fee of $40 per Scout must be paid by Friday, March 7 st. This earns an Early Bird patch and a $25 discount. A list identifying which Scouts are making the Early Bird payment must accompany payments. Remainder of fees are due by Friday, May 2. Provisional Camper Fee must be paid by Friday, May 2. All fees include kits for merit badges. Make Checks payable to: Lincoln Heritage Council, BSA, P.O. Box Louisville, KY New Scouts and Webelos Crossovers can receive the Early Bird discount if they register no later than Friday, May 2. REFUND POLICY Fees are transferable but non-refundable except for the following reasons: serious illness, transfer, or summer school. All refund requests must be made in writing to the council office within two weeks of your troop attending camp. A $60 fee will be retained on all refunds. NO REFUND IS GUARANTEED. CAMPERSHIPS Identify boys who may need financial assistance for their summer camp experience and try to help them find a way to earn their way to camp. Excellent sources of funds for Scouts needing assistance are the annual Popcorn sale and Camp Card sale. Unit fundraisers can also be used to earn funds for summer camp use. A limited number of camperships are available for Lincoln Heritage Council Scouts only. Complete a campership application (available at or at the Scout Office) for each boy who needs assistance and return them to the Scout Service Center. Camperships are limited to those Scouts whose families financial situation qualifies for assistance. Campership applications are due with Early Bird, however, those who apply early are more likely to receive assistance as camperships are first-come, first served. The campership application does not take the place of the early bird payment, but should accompany the payment. Payment must be made to qualify for the early bird discount. *Note: Camperships will not be credited toward total paid until the campership survey is returned. All surveys are to be submitted no later than May 26, Visit for camp forms and additional information. 7

10 CAMPSITE RESERVATION POLICY Each campsite has a maximum capacity. With a $75 deposit, troops may request their choice of available camp sites, but not a specific part of a campsite. Deposits will not be rolled over for Adjustments may be made to a unit s campsite based on the number of Troops attending camp that week. Units may be asked to share a site with one or more troops depending on the size of the troop and the maximum number of campers allowed in the site. Likewise, units that bring more Scouts than the maximum number of campers allowed in a site may also be moved to a different campsite. Staff will work to accommodate each unit as much as possible. Camp Director reserves the right to move a troop to a different campsite. Camp is filling up fast! Be sure to select a week then visit www. lhcbsa.org or all to request your reservation. Units attending camp in 2014 will be given first choice in making site reservations for For your convenience, we will accept deposits for 2015 on Tuesday while you are at camp. After the week of camp that you attend is complete, all sites not requested are open to any new request on a first-come, firstserve basis. The camp reservation fee for 2015 is $ DAY OUT MEETING Scoutmaster and Senior Patrol Leaders are requested to attend a meeting at 7:00PM CDT on the Tuesday 12 days before their camp session. The meeting will be in the Scoutmasters Lounge at camp. Units need to bring: Medical forms (copies), final roster, including adults and Scouts, receipts from payments previously paid and requested check-in time. Units should also be prepared for any final setttlements. Please see page 4 for a list of 12 Day Out Meeting dates. 8 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

11 FINAL PREPARATIONS Ensure that all fees have been submitted to the council office no later than Friday, May 2, 2014 to earn maximum discounts. Plan at least two troop meetings prior to attending camp, go over all the materials for camp with the boys. Discuss the merit badges they will be working on, the equipment they need, what not to bring to camp, and be sure that all youth and adults have a current physical. Finalized merit badge schedules should be posted online by your unit no later than Friday, May 16. Tents and Cots are not provided. ANNUAL HEALTH AND MEDICAL RECORD The Annual Health and Medical Record is required for all Scouts and Scouters attending camp. Carefully follow the instructions on each form and check all signatures. A doctor and a parent must sign. Please mark each form with the person s name, troop, week attending, and campsite number. GENERAL CLEANLINESS The Commissioner s Staff will be doing two campsite inspections per week to ensure that the general cleanliness and safety of the site is upheld. We will have several camp-wide cleanups during the week. Each troop will be assigned a time to clean a shower house. CAMP PROMOTION NIGHT Contact the Sam Swope Scout Center at (502) to schedule a camp promotion presentation. The team will show the camp promotion video and present information on the Summer Camp program. The presentation should be done at a Court of Honor or other type of parents night for the troop in the first fourth of the year as it is very important to have as many parents as possible at this meeting. The aim of the presentation is to make sure parents know the dates and costs of camp and are familiar with the need for current physicals and the required equipment and uniforms. If at all possible, you should also show the camp video during a meeting in which you have a Webelos den visitation. Out-of-council troops may request a camp-promotion video to use at a parents night program. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 9

12 ROY C. MANCHESTER POLICIES VEHICLES: No vehicles will be permitted beyond the parking lot without prior approval from the Camp Administration. Your troop guide will escort you to your campsite. Camp gates will be locked on a regular basis for the safety of our campers. Unit trailers may be left in the campsite. UNIFORM: Youth and adults are required to wear the Official Scout uniform while at camp. This uniform is to be worn to supper each evening and to camp-wide activities such as campfires. The Boy Scout Activity uniform can be worn the rest of the day. The activity uniform consists of a troop t-shirt or other Scouting t-shirt, Scout pants, and Scout socks. SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in any building and is restricted to designated areas. Minors caught smoking will be sent home. BUILDING DAMAGE: Everyone at camp is expected to be courteous with all camp structures. Accordingly, writing on walls, carving on wood, kicking of walls, etc., will not be tolerated. A fee chart for damages will be made available at the 12 Day-Out Meeting. Scouts or adults responsible will be charged for the damages. INSURANCE: Each troop that attends summer camp must have accident insurance. If you are a Lincoln Heritage Council troop your certificate is on file with the council office. All other councils must show proof of insurance at the 12 Day-Out Meeting. Each troop will be expected to bring a copy of its insurance policy and claim form on Sunday Check-In. Applications for the Scouting insurance policy are available at your Scout Center. The Lincoln Heritage Council is not responsible for any expenses not paid by unit insurance or personal family coverage. HEALTH LODGE: All precautions for the safety of Scouts will be taken. The Health Lodge is available with a qualified health officer on duty 24 hours a day. The lodge is equipped with an infirmary and adequate facilities for first aid. In addition, we have an arrangement with a nearby hospital for severe emergencies. Leaders must coordinate with the Health Officer if they would like to store prescription drugs in the health lodge. Let the health officer know of any special health needs of adults or Scouts. 10 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

13 MEDICATIONS: Prescription medications may be stored in the health lodge. If you keep prescription medication in your campsite, it must be locked away. This means that you will need a lockable container and keep your own log. Please have medicines ready at the Dining Hall upon arrival if you want them stored at the Health Lodge.It is recommended that medication be stored under lock and key in the campsite unless refridgeration is needed. BUDDY SYSTEM: If there is a need to visit the Health Lodge, according to Youth Protection, Scouts should bring a buddy. All Scouts should be with a buddy when they are out of campsite. FIRST AID: Please bring your unit first aid kit. Be prepared to perform basic first aid in your campsite, and be prepared to contact the health officer if necessary. FUELS: The use of liquid fuels for starting any type of fire is prohibited. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS: The use of alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, as well as the misuse of over the counter or prescription drugs are prohibited and will not be tolerated on Boy Scout property. Violators will be asked to leave. This policy will be strictly enforced. FIREWORKS: Fireworks are not permitted on camp property. BARRIER-FREE FACILITIES: Most areas of the camp are wheelchair-accessible by paths. Please make the Camp Commissioner aware of any Scouts needing transportation on Sunday as you check-in. PETS: No pets are allowed at camp, including family night. ALL TERRAIN VEHICLES: Personal ATV s are not allowed at the camp except as part of a Council approved program. CORRESPONDENCE: All summer camp correspondence and registration materials should be sent to the Lincoln Heritage Council office if sent prior to Sunday, June 1st. Starting June 1st, all correspondence should be sent directly to camp. The addresses for both locations are listed in the table on the next page (Page 12). To allow enough time to receive and process registration, do not send any money or registration materials through the Postal Service less than two weeks prior to your arrival at camp. For your convenience, fax service is available during office hours. GOLF CARTS: Golf carts are not allowed without prior permission from the Camp Director and must be used for handicapped participants only. FIREWOOD: Only wood found at Roy C. Manchester may be Visit for camp forms and additional information. 11

14 CONTACT INFORMATION Before June 1 Beginning June 1 Lincoln Heritage Council Attn: RCM Summer Camp 2014 P.O. Box Louisville, Kentucky (502) voice (502) fax Camp Roy C. Manchester 1531 Cross Road Benton, Kentucky (270) voice SUNDAY CHECK-IN Arrive at established check-in time and meet your Troop Guide in the parking lot. DO NOT GO TO YOUR CAMPSITE WITHOUT AN ASSIGNED TROOP GUIDE. One unit leader should report to the Administration Building. At this time, make any final settlement and turn in any roster changes, pickup pre-ordered t-shirts and make any adjustments to your merit badge schedules. The Troop Guide will proceed to the campsite with the assistant leaders and Scouts. After they arrive, they will quickly drop gear. The Troop Guide will then take a Camp Tour. On the tour, the boys will visit the Dining Hall, where they will be checked in by the Health Officer. They will also be given a procedural orientation at that time. From there, the guide will take the Troop to the flag assembly area where you will be asked to raise your Troop Flag in the assembly area. Finally the guide will take the boys to their Swim Test. Opening Roundtable for all Scoutmasters and Senior Patrol Leaders will be held at 7:30PM at Administration Building. Campfire will be held at 8:30 PM at the Amphitheater. Check-in times are scheduled from 2:00PM - 3:30PM on Sunday afternoon. Troops should not arrive before 2:00PM. Please respect other troops and their scheduled times. Do not enter your campsite without your guide. Arrival times will be established at the 12 Day-Out meeting. If your troop is unable to check in on Sunday please call (seasonal camp number) to schedule a Monday morning check-in. 12 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

15 Units that wish to arrive on the Saturday before Camp will need to submit an Early Arrival Notice prior to your arrival to camp and approved by the Camp Director. Units who have been approved will recieve a confirmation . There will be no staff members to assist you until Sunday Check-In so please be prepared to prepare your own meals. No equipment or facilities may be used prior to Camp. MEAL SCHEDULE Groups Breakfast Lunch Supper All Camp 7:30AM 11:45AM 6:35PM FOOD SERVICE Wholesome food will be served in the beautiful Dining Hall. Scouts will be served cafeteria style and seated by troops. Sunday supper is the first meal. Special dietary needs can be conveyed to the Dining Room Manager by calling Camp direct after Friday, May 2. A Salad Bar is provided for everyone s use. Also, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches are available at every meal, all you have to do is ask. In the event that you wish to invite visitors to dine with your troop, the Dining Hall fee is $5 per meal. VISITORS All visitors must sign in and out of camp at the camp office and obtain a visitor s wristband. All visitors must wear a visitor wristband at all times while on site. We ask that parents do not take their Scouts off the camp property without signing them out.all visitors are required to follow both Camp and Boy Scouts of America policies during their visit. MAIL Parents are encouraged to send letters and/or packages to their Scout at Camp Manchester. They should allow a minimum of three days delivery time. When possible, items arriving after the Scout s departure will be returned to sender. To ensure delivery, items should have the campsite and troop number listed and addressed in the following manner: (Scout s name) (Campsite) (Troop number) Camp Roy C. Manchester 1531 Cross Road Benton, Kentucky Visit for camp forms and additional information. 13

16 TROOP LEADERSHIP All units are required to have at least two adult leaders on camp at all times. Those units that are unable to meet this requirement should consult other troops in your council or district about coming together. All leaders must be registered members of the BSA and must meet the qualifications for the leadership positions in which they serve. The unit leader must be at least 21 years of age. Any additional leaders must be at least 18 years of age. Parents, committee members, and other adults who accompany the unit to camp must meet all of the above requirements. Leaders may rotate when necessary; however, in the best interest of the Scouts, we recommend having consistent leadership throughout your unit s stay at camp. Additional leaders not staying the entire week (and not included in the official adult count) should plan to provide their own tent and must pay a Dining Hall fee of $7 per meal. They will not receive an official camp patch but may purchase one in the trading post. Adult rosters are due at the time of final payment. Rosters are mandatory and due as soon as possible, but no later than Friday, May 2. A breakdown of male and female leaders is required. If this roster does not match the actual number that arrive at camp, we cannot guarantee enough space. If your number changes drastically or if the gender breakdown changes, you should contact Camp Administration as soon as possible. Tents and Cots are not provided at Roy C. Manchester. Please plan on bringing your own bedding and tentage. Number of Youth Number of Required Adults Required leaders are free. Additional will pay Adult fee of $95.00 per Adult. 14 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

17 TRADING POST The Manchester Trading Post and Concession Stand are located next door to the Administration Building. Scout supplies, snacks, merit badge books, camp t-shirts and other camp souvenirs will be available. SCOUTMASTERS LOUNGE The Scoutmasters Lounge is located in the Administration building and is for adult leaders only. Coffee will be available. Occasionally the Lounge will be reserved for training sessions. Wi-Fi is also available for use by leaders. AQUATIC PROCEDURES Doing a Swim Test before camp is strongly encouraged. It must be done by a lifeguard (American Red Cross, YMCA, or BSA Lifeguard) or an adult trained in Safe Swim Defense with a strong understanding of what a good swimmer looks like. This must be completed within 6 months of arriving at camp. The Aquatics Director reserves the right to retest anyone, youth or adult, if they deem it necessary. Closed-toe shoes must be worn at ALL TIMES at the Aquatics area. If your Scout has signed up for an aquatics merit badge, they are required to bring a pair of shoes that can get wet or bring closed-toe water shoes. These shoes will get wet! Do not let Scouts wear their wet boating shoes around camp, this causes blistering! The Aquatics Director is in charge at all times in the Aquatics Area. Please direct all questions regarding this area to them. They reserve the right to not allow participants to swim based upon ability, lack of proper material, or conduct. TROOP FLAG AND COUNCIL STRIPS Troops are asked to bring their troop flag, if they have one, to display in our assembly area. Flagpole assignments are based by campsite number and is part of the Camp Tour on Sunday. We also have a patch board in our Dining Hall with out of Council Council Shoulder Patches. If you wish to bring an extra from your Council, we will be proud to display it. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 15

18 6:30AM 7:15AM 7:30AM Time 8:30-9:20AM 9:00AM 9:30AM 9:30-10:20AM 10:30-11:20AM 11:30AM 11:45AM 12:45PM 1:00-2:50PM 3:00-3:50PM 4:00-4:50PM 5:00-5:50PM 6:15PM 6:30PM 7:30PM 9:45PM 10:00PM DAILY SCHEDULE Scouts should plan to carry the items they will need all morning and all afternoon since there is little time to go back and forth to their troop sites. Roy C Manchester runs on Central Daylight Savings Time (CST) Reveille Activity Flag Raising & Waiter Call Breakfast Session I Scout Leader s Roundtable Scout Leader s Training Session II Session III Waiter Call Lunch Senior Patrol Leader s Roundtable Open Period Session IV Session V Session VI Retreat & Waiter Call Supper Special Events and Twilight Activities Call to Quarters Taps/Lights Out 16 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

19 SPECIAL EVENTS SCHEDULE Subject to change. Additional events will be posted at Camp. 7:30PM 8:30PM 1:00PM 7:30PM 9:00PM 7:30PM 7:30PM 6:00PM 7:30PM 8:30PM 1:00PM 9:00PM 5:00PM 8:30PM 7:00AM 7:30AM 7:30AM 9:00AM SUNDAY Scout Leader s and SPL Joint Roundtable - SM Lounge Campfire - Amphitheatre MONDAY Scoutmaster Shoot Patrol Inititaive Games Order of the Arrow Ice Cream Social - Dining Hall TUESDAY Cast Iron Chef Competition Volleyball Tournament WEDNESDAY Scoutmaster s Dinner Vespers - Chapel Volleyball Tournament - Finals against Staff THURSDAY Chip In Challenge Order of the Arrow Call Out Ceremony FRIDAY Families Arrive for Family Night Campfire - Amphitheatre SATURDAY Break Camp Continential Breakfast - Dining Hall Check Out Begins Camp Cleaned and Closed Visit for camp forms and additional information. 17

20 ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Advancement is one of the prime reasons a boy stays in Scouting. It is a measure of success in the program. The following should help you and your Scouts develop appropriate merit-badge schedules. 1. Before camp, know the advancement status of each Scout. 2. Set a goal with each boy - challenge him. 3. Let more advanced Scouts help younger Scouts. 4. Keep accurate day-to-day advancement records while at camp. 5. Watch loose ends - don t push, but do encourage him. 6. Each Scout is expected to bring his merit-badge pamphlet to each merit badge session each day. Merit Badge Schedules will be entered online. Sessions will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. Blue cards need to be brought by all units for each boy taking merit badges. It is recommended to bring extras for class changes or lost cards. All completed and signed blue cards should be turned in by the Scout to their merit badge counselors on Monday. Merit badge tracking sheets will be updated daily so Scout leaders may review Scouts progress throughout the week. Blue cards will be returned to Scout leaders during final checkout. Open sessions occur between 1:00PM-2:50PM daily. *Note: Scouts need a blue card (application for merit badge) for each merit badge they are taking. PREREQUISITES FOR MERIT BADGES Not all requirements can be completed at camp. Prerequisites will be announced at the beginning of the year at as many requirements go through revisions at that time. EAGLE BOUND PREREQUISITES Must be a first year camper. For more information, please see page Visit for camp forms and additional information.

21 MERIT BADGE & PROGRAM SCHEDULE Session 8:30 9:30 10:30 Open 3:00 4:00 5:00 AQUATICS Instructional Swimming Canoeing Motorboating Small Boat Sailing Lifesaving Kayaking Swimming Water Sports (Skiing) Rowing Personal Watercrafts (Jet Skis) Team Sailing Open Swimming Only M/W/F Open Rowing Only T/TH Open Canoeing Only T/TH Open Kayaking Only T/TH Visit for camp forms and additional information. 19

22 Session 8:30 9:30 10:30 Open 3:00 4:00 5:00 Geology Oceanography ECOLOGY & CONSERVATION Reptile & Amphibian Study Environmental Science Fish & Wildlife Mgmt. Weather Astronomy Soil & Water Conserv. Animal Science Sustainability Nature Plant Science Archaeology Bird Study Fingerprinting Can Attend T or Th HANDICRAFT Woodwork Leatherwork Indian Lore Art Textile/Pulp Pottery/Sculpture Basketry Woodcarving Welding 20 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

23 Session 8:30 9:30 10:30 Open 3:00 4:00 5:00 PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT Space Exploration Chemistry Nuclear Science Aviation Communications Robotics Music / Bugling Energy Public Speaking Citizenship in the Nation Citizenship in the World American Heritage American Cultures Journalism Visit for camp forms and additional information. 21

24 Session 8:30 9:30 10:30 Open 3:00 4:00 5:00 SHOOTING SPORTS Archery Shotgun Shooting Rifle Shooting Open Archery Only W Open Shotgun Only T Open Rifle Only M SCOUTCRAFT Wilderness Survival Orienteering Emergency Preparedness Camping Fire Safety / Traffic Safety Cooking First Aid Fishing Pioneering Geocaching Paul Bunyan Award 22 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

25 Personal Watercraft (P.W.C.) Rev up your summer by signing up to participate in one of the Personal Watercraft (P.W.C.) classes. This summer, Camp Roy C Manchester will be one of the few select camps in the country to offer the Personal Watercraft Program to Scouts during Boy Scout Summer Camp. Each week, Scouts will have the opportunity to learn P.W.C. skills and apply their learning to the safe operation of the P.W.C. on Kentucky Lake. Scouts will also learn stewardship to the marine environment and navigational rules of the water. To be eligible to participate in the P.W.C. Pilot Program Scouts must: - Be at least 16 years old. - Have earned the Kentucky Boater Education Card.** - Have a photo ID with name, date of birth, & home address. - Have a parent or guardian sign a Hold Harmless Agreement to participate in the P.W.C. program. ** This is available online at: boating_course.html Visit for camp forms and additional information. 23

26 EAGLE BOUND- FIRST YEAR CAMPER PROGRAM Roy C Manchester is home to the first year camper program and also take pride in the fact that we have one of the nation s foremost first-year camper programs. You and your Scouts will find that our facilities are top of the line and the staff at Eagle Bound are some of the most informed and knowledgeable that you will find anywhere. The Eagle Bound Program is divided into two separate sessions. The Scout should only attend one session. This allows your Scouts time to pursue additional opportunities at camp. 1) Morning session: 8:30AM 11:20AM OR 2) Afternoon session: 3:00PM 5:50PM Participants are grouped based on rank and skill level. Unlike merit badges, it is impossible to come to camp and, in a week, complete all of the requirements for First Class, Second Class, and Tenderfoot. Eagle Bound Staff will do everything in their power to help each Scout become proficient in as many areas as possible. How much each Scout completes is up to him and his patrol. All Scouts that are in the Eagle Bound program are welcome to participate in the 5 mile hike and the flag retirement ceremony. (Scouts should plan to attend one session or the other, not both). While this is a first year camper program, we do encourage Scouts that are 13 and older to take Merit Badge Sessions. If an older first year camper wants to take the Eagle Bound program, please talk to the Program Director.This program is designed for Scout and Tenderfoot ranks. WHAT TO BRING EVERY DAY TO EAGLE BOUND: q Water Bottle q Scout HandBook q Bandana or Hat ORDER OF THE ARROW CALL-OUT CEREMONY The Order of the Arrow will conduct a special call-out ceremony on Thursday evening. Out-of-council troops can attend and participate. The appropriate paperwork must be submitted by your home council for all outof-council troops. A member of our camp staff will serve as the Order of the Arrow Summer Camp Chief. Get his name at the Administration Building and he ll help you understand this great organization a little better and answer any questions you might have. 24 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

27 PROGRAMS FOR ADULT LEADERS S.T.A.R. STAFF To enhance the merit badge program of Roy C. Manchester, the S.T.A.R (Service, Teamwork, and Resources) Staffer program will match unit leaders attending camp with merit badge counselors to assist them with their duties. S.T.A.R. staffers will attend each session to help provide support to the instructor. Be sure to ask some of your leaders attending camp to consider signing up for this program. SCOUTMASTER S MERIT BADGE This award recognizes the tremendous achievement that Scout leaders make to the Scouts in attendance. To earn the Scoutmaster Merit Badge, complete eight of the twelve requirements listed below and four of the mandatory requirements noted with an asterisk. q *Visit all program areas at Roy C. Manchester q *Participate in either Safety Afloat Training or Leave No Trace Training q *Participate in a camp improvement project q *Be a S.T.A.R. Staffer q *Complete camp survey form q *Attend all Scout Leader s Roundtables q Attend Order of the Arrow Ice Cream Social q Assist in supervising a free swim or free boating q Conduct a troop swim, canoe, or hike while at camp q Participate in an open shoot in Shooting Sports q Attend Camp Vespers at the Chapel q Eat a Choco-Taco or other ice cream treat in the Trading Post q Assist Troop in completion of the United Way Survey Visit for camp forms and additional information. 25

28 COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING PROGRAM The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) Program is designed for those exceptional young Scouts who display true leadership and maturity within their own troop. Its purpose is to give training to potential future staff members. WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY? q q q The Scout must be at least 15-years old. Star Rank and have the signed approval of both his unit leader and his parent/guardian. Most importantly, he must be mature enough to place the welfare of the camper above his own, and he must have leadership ability. The program is beneficial to both the potential staff member and the camp management. The CIT can experience the life of a staff member by actually living it for a short time. He is assigned to various programs and/or support areas so that he can experience what the job requires of him. To participate in the program, a Scout must apply to the camp management using the Camp Staff application (found at and call to schedule a CIT orientation. The dates of service can vary from one to two weeks. The length of service is directly related to the CIT s attitude and willingness to be part of the team. Service as a CIT does not guarantee future employment as a full-time staff member, but it does aid in evaluating future potential. There is no fee for participation in the program nor does the council pay the CIT a salary. The CIT will be given all benefits due to any staff member as determined by the camp director. Any Scout participating in the program is expected to live by the same guidelines and policies that govern all other staff members. Applications can be found on the council website at or can be picked up at the Sam Swope Scout Center. Note: Interviews for CIT positions will be conducted prior to camp. Applicants will be notified. 26 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

29 VESPERS AND CHAPLAIN At Roy C. Manchester, we believe that one of the most important points of the Scout Law is: A Scout is Reverent. On Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., we will have a large Vespers service in our Chapel. Everyone is encouraged to attend no matter your traditions. All Vespers are inter-faith and appropriate for all faiths and traditions. Throughout the week feel free to take opportunities to practice your faith of choice through personal reflections and short Vespers. Please speak to our staff at the 12 day out meeting, and let us know if you have particular needs for practicing your faith. FAMILY NIGHT Friday night is Family Night. Invite all families out to camp. Units can have family gatherings for supper or eat in the Dining Hall. Meals are $5 each with supper starting at 6:35 p.m. The evening concludes with a program in the Amphitheater starting at 8:45 p.m. Troops should assemble by 8:30 p.m. Reservations to eat in the Dining Hall must be given to the Camp Commissioner during Roundtable on Monday. Payment is expected at meal time. We encourage families to begin arriving around 5:00 p.m. on Friday. All visitors are required to follow both Camp and Boy Scouts of America policies during their visit. ROY S BEST: QUALITY TROOP This is a challenging and fun program for all troops in camp. All troops can qualify as Quality Troops by completing the requirements found on the council website at Quality Troops will be recognized at the Family Night campfire. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 27

30 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE Imagine spending your Summer Camp experience on one of the largest man-made lakes in the world? Imagine spending that week on a beautiful Catalina or Hunter sailboat with your best friends experiencing team-work and learning nautical skills? The Lincoln Heritage Council is proud to offer AQUABASE at Camp Roy C. Manchester. High Adventure Sailing Participants will not be spending any time in a troop camp site. They will report directly to the Sailboat Pier/Pavilion promptly at 2:00pm on Sunday with all of their gear, and dressed in T-shirt and shorts/swimtrunks. Scout Uniform should be removed and stored for return trip or Friday evening campfire. Instruction will begin at 2:00pm; late arrivals will be at a disadvantage with regard to sailboat instruction. 28 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

31 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE HOW TO SIGN UP Units signed up to attend Camp Roy C. Manchester will have the first priority to attend Aquabase. A deposit per Scout of $75.00 is due to the Council Office no later than Friday, February 14, Please include your Troop Number, names of all Scouts, and the full deposit with your letter. All others interested attending Aquabase will be allowed to register after Friday, March 7 but before Friday, April 4, If there are any spaces available after Friday, April 4, 2014, you will need to pay the full $ dollars when you sign up. All fees are due Friday, May 7, No exceptions will be made. If you made the $75.00 deposit on time, the remaining fee would be $ due by Friday, May 2nd. WHAT TO EXPECT High Adventure Sailing Participants will not be spending any time in a troop camp site. They should report directly to the Sailboat Pier / Pavilion between 12:00noon and 2pm on Sunday with all of their gear, and dressed in T-shirt and shorts/swimtrunks. The Scout Uniform is required for Sunday and Friday evening flags but not needed while on the trek. Instruction will begin at 2:00pm; late arrivals will be at a disadvantage in regard to sailboat instruction. Those wishing to arrive early may do so starting at 12:00 noon on Sunday. Weather and scheduling permitting, short sailboat outings in groups of four to six participants will begin at 12:00 noon to acquaint them with the equipment and characteristics of the Catalina and Hunter sailboats. Upon cleaning of the sailboats and check-out with the director on Friday afternoon participants may leave beginning at 5:00 pm. Those wishing to remain for the campfire are encouraged to do so. Dinner on Friday and Breakfast on Saturday are included in the participant fee. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 29

32 PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS 1) 14 years old by date of trip 2) Swimming MB & Bring to Camp Proof of SWIM TEST within last year. 3) Small Boat Sailing MB 4) Class III Medical Form (requires doctor s examination within 12 months of trip) Scouts with medications or physical limitations may participate with prior knowledge of their condition(s) and needs. The final decision will rest with the High Adventure Sailing Director. 5) Scout Spirit STAFFING 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE The Aquabase Staff are veteran Scouters, Sailors and Educators. The staff make all three of these areas, SAFE, EXCITING, and ENJOYABLE! The Aquabase Program STRESSES, Scouting Skills, Good Clean Fun, and respect for one another and our varied backgrounds. Questions about the program can be directed to him through the council office. 30 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

33 General Participant Information 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE The Adventure Sailing program uses six (6) sailboats, grouping participants four (4) youth to a sailboat. The maximum number of participants is twenty-four youth and two adult leaders for a maximum 26 participants per week. This number will not be exceeded. The two adults will not be sleeping with the youth. They will bunk on the Directors sailboat. Of the six sailboats used for the program four (4) sailboats are Catalina 25 s, and two (2) sailboats are Hunter 25.5 s. Their length is roughly 25 and they are roughly 9 wide. Each boat is driven by both the wind and a small outboard motor. The boat has a maximum speed under sail or power of approximately seven (7) miles per hour. The motors are gasoline driven and no open flames or fires should be on board at any time. Please note that the sails can generate similar speeds as do the motors and therefore the wind can exert the equivalent of 6 to 10 horsepower on the ropes and rigging. Severe rope burns can occur from careless rope/sail handling. Care should be exercised when handling the rigging. A light pair of gloves may be useful for sailing and anchoring. The boats are not likely to upset or be blow down due to their design and the heavy keel beneath them. Damage to the boats and to the occupants can occur in severe weather and common sense must be used at all times. Do not modify or change anything on board without first checking with the Adventure Sailing Director!!! It is very important to remember that these boats do not have any brakes, a four ton boat moving at 7 miles an hour has about the same energy as a car moving at 15+ miles per hour. These boats weight as much as two compact cars! Safety is our number 1 priority. Following instructions and directions are absolutely necessary. Any Scout who cannot follow directions or exersize good judgement and endangers his fellow Scout will be removed from the program with no refund. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 31

34 AQUABASE - SAMPLE SCHEDULE Sunday: Check in after 12:00 p.m. Settle In / Assignments 4 scouts will be assigned to each sailboat. You may help us by forming boats prior to arrival; however we do reserve the right to make assignments when we feel it necessary. Each Boat needs a Captain, Motorman, and Anchorman. 2:00 Boating Information Beginning of Class Skills Review/Assesment 6:00 Dinner Preparation / Dinner 7:00 Boating Class: Safety Briefing 10:00 Class over 11:00 Lights Out! 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE Monday 8:00 Breakfast 9:00 Additional instruction 10:00 Final Stowage of gear / preparations 12:00 Lunch (RCM Bay N x W ) 1:00 Underway / Destination Pisgah Bay (N x W ) Tuesday 8:00 Travel to Lighthouse Landing for Lunch and viewing of sailboats. Wednesday 8:00 Practice Sailing Skills Higgins Bay (N x W ) Thursday 8:00 More sailing and travel, finish up at Kenlake State Park Anchorage (N x W ) Dinner and a dip? Friday 8:00 Pickup and travel to Kenlake State Lodge for Breakfast Buffet. (Included in High Adventure Sailing Fee) 12:00 Return to Camp, clean and service boats, etc. Prepare for evening activities. Participants may leave after 5:00 pm. Check out required. Participants will not be released without approval of staff 32 Visit for camp forms and additional information.

35 2014 AQUABASE LEADERS GUIDE AQUABASE EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST What To Bring: Sunscreen Hat Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket w/pillow Water bottle Clothing (Scout-style T shirts and shorts) and foot wear for a week No open toe shoes Sleeping clothes Official BSA uniform (only flag ceremonies on Sunday and Friday) Toiletries: Toothbrush and paste, Soap, Shampoo, Towel and washcloth, Deodorant (no aerosol cans), Insect repellant Swimsuit Other Reading Material Small boat sailing merit badge book or other sailing instructional book. Light Pair of Gloves Recommended Personal Mess Kit OPTIONAL ITEMS: *Scouts should be prepared for anything they bring to get wet* Fishing gear (Kentucky license required) Knife folding pocket knives ONLY Small flashlight Watch Spending money for vending machines, trading post and visit to Lighthouse Landing. Sunglasses Camera Favorite Snacks (must fit in Ziploc bag) Things Not To Bring Coolers or soft drinks Electronic gear, CD players, TVs, radios, Apple ipod, video games, laser pointers, cell phones (Aquabase and the LHC not responsible for any damages!) Snacks that will not deal with the heat well. Fireworks of any kind Cigarettes, lighters or matches. Visit for camp forms and additional information. 33

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