Getting to Camp Kikthawenund

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1 4 Getting to Camp Kikthawenund From Indianapolis, take I-69 N to State Road 37 north into Madison County. Approximately one mile across the county line, turn right (east) onto Madison County Road 500 N. There is a highway sign on S.R. 37 with CAMP KIKTHAWENUND on it. Proceed east 2 miles to camp gateway on your right. The camp sign is on the left side of the road. From Anderson, take State Road 9 to Madison County Road 500 N. Turn west 8 miles to camp gateway on your left. The Camp Kikthawenund sign is on the right side of the road. From Terre Haute, take I-70 E to I-465 (bypass). Proceed to I-69 N and follow directions above. (From Indianapolis) From Richmond, take State Road 38 West to State Road 9 and go North through Anderson. At Madison County Road 500 N, turn west 8 miles to camp gateway on your left. The Camp Kikthawenund sign is on the right side of the road.

2 14 Equipment checklist The following list is provided as an aid to a pack s planning, but certainly is not all encompassing. Webelos should ask pack leaders to assist them. Complete Webelos uniform (shirt, shorts/trousers, neckerchief & slide, belt, Webelos hat) or appropriate leader s uniform for evening meals, campfires, and flag lowering. Clothes (shorts, 1 pair of jeans, t-shirts, pajamas or sleeping clothes), underwear, and socks for at least four days. Extra socks. Jacket, sweater or sweatshirt. Swimsuit (worn to camp). One-piece swimsuit for females. Towel (Packed easy to reach for swim checks the first day) Athletic shoes or comfortable hiking boots, and one pair of shoes that can get wet and be worn in the water for canoeing. No open toe shoes. Lots of extra socks! At least two extra pair Plastic bags for wet clothing to travel home. Poncho or raincoat. Backpack or duffel bag that can be easily carried to campsite. Canteen or water bottle. Sleeping bag or blankets and sheet, and a small pillow. Toilet kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, comb, etc.). Notebook, pencil, pen and Webelos Handbook. Suntan lotion and non-aerosol insect repellent (with DEET). Flashlight with extra bulbs and batteries. Watch, first aid kit, camera & film, sewing kit, religious materials. $30 spending money for souvenirs & snacks at the Trading Post Work gloves for 2 nd year Webelos. Prescription medication in its original container. Order of the Arrow sash and firecrafter shirt (den chiefs) What NOT to bring: Electronic games Tag-a-longs Radios Skateboards Guns or Archery items Candles ATV's or RV's Knives of any kind Pets Expensive cameras Valuables of any kind Fireworks

3 16 Swim check All Webelos and leaders will participate in a swim check and be classified according to their ability on day one during the check-in process. Webelos and leaders should wear swimsuits under their travel clothes on checkin day and have towels within easy reach to speed along the check-in process. Swim checks will be conducted in a pool with qualified lifeguards and adult supervision. Each Webelos and leader will be assigned a buddy tag. All swimming and boating activities will be conducted with a buddy. Swimming classifications are: Swimmers test swim 100 yards as follows: jump feet first into water over your head; come to the surface; level off; swim 75 yards in good form using side, breast, trudgen, or crawl stroke (or a combination). Swim 25 yards on your back using an easy resting stroke, rest by floating (or if not buoyant, with minimal motion) for one minute. Beginners test swim 50 feet as follows: jump feet first into water over your head; come to the surface; level off; and swim 25 feet; turn sharply and return to starting point. Non-swimmers all others Equipment provided Each campsite is fully equipped with the following items: 1. Propane lantern (one per campsite) 2. Wall tents on platforms with canvas cots 3. Shelter with picnic table

4 19 Time 2:00pm - 3:00pm Sunday & Wednesday arrival Activity Check-in and swim checks. (check-in time is scheduled) 5:30pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 7:45pm Leadership meeting at the Welcome Shelter. Each pack must have at least 1 adult leader present. Flag lowering Evening meal. Gather at flagpole for opening activities. Wednesday & Saturday departure Remember that another pack will be using the campsite after you have left; so please be courteous to your fellow Webelos and leave the campsite in good condition. 7:30am Each pack should review all advancement records prior to departure. Discrepancies can be corrected by the Program Director. 7:50am 8:00am Flag raising Continental breakfast. 8:45-9:00 Return to campsite for check out. Your staff guide will meet you at your campsite to complete a campsite checkout inspection. Check out at the Welcome Shelter. Pay for any damaged camp equipment, turn in evaluations, and receive medical forms, medications, camp patches and pack photos (if ordered).

5 20 Time 7:30am 7:50am 8:00am 8:40am Daily program schedule Activity Table hoppers report to dining hall Camp flag raising Breakfast Camp Leaders Meeting 9:00am - 10:20am Program session #1 10:25am 11:40am Program session #2 11:40pm 12:00pm - 12:30pm 12:45pm 1:30pm Table hoppers report to dining hall Lunch Afternoon rest period 1:30pm 2:45pm Program session #3 2:55pm 4:10pm Program session #4 4:15pm 5:30pm Program session #5 6:10pm 6:20pm 6:30pm 7:45pm 10:00pm Table hoppers report to dining hall Camp flag lowering Evening meal Evening program (refer to evening program schedule) Lights out

6 21 Evening program schedule Day Time Activity Sunday & 7:45pm Opening activities and ceremony Wednesday Monday & 7:45pm *Tribe Time* Thursday Tuesday & 7:45pm Webelos Trail Friday 8:45pm Closing campfire *Use this time for Campfire/S mores, Boy Scout visits, unit pictures, songs, skits, etc. Remember to wear the complete Webelos or leader s uniform for all evening activities.

7 23 1 st Year Webelos program Webelos Adventure Camp is the place to be for brand new Webelos (those who just completed third grade)! It provides many activities for new Webelos to work on the Webelos badge and four activity badges. Webelos leaders are always welcome to observe the area and assist the staff to provide a meaningful learning experience for the Webelos that seek advancement throughout the week. The program is designed to introduce first-year campers to various program areas of camp. The Staff will work to introduce first year Webelos to different areas of camp. First year Webelos will work on the following advancement (not necessarily earn) in various areas of camp: Outdoorsman Activity Badge Naturalist Activity Badge BB Belt Loop Archery Belt Loop Cub Scout World Conservation Award Webelos Camper (Firecrafter rank) Other belt loop awards as opportunities permit Forester Activity Badge Swimming Sports Belt Loop

8 24 2 nd Year Webelos program Second year Webelos (those who have completed the fourth grade) often are the role models and leadership for younger Webelos and Cub Scouts. It is important that we try and keep these older Webelos interested in the Webelos program. At Webelos Adventure Camp, we are aware of this, and have developed programs to give first-year Webelos something to look forward to, as well as help second-year Webelos begin their transition to Boy Scouts. Second-year Webelos will work on the following advancement (not necessarily earn) in various areas of camp: Readyman Activity Badge Swimming Sports Pin Cub Scout World Conservation Award BB Belt Loop Archery Belt Loop Webelos Firelight (Firecrafter rank) Other belt loop awards, academic and sports pins as opportunities permit Aquanaut Outdoor Activity Award Arrow of Light

9 27 Camp Kikthawenund highlight activities Boating: Webelos and leaders will receive safety instructions in the use of canoes and catamarans and given time to have fun on the water. Notes: Shoes that can get wet are required for Webelos and leaders during boating sessions. ALL boaters must pass the swimmers or beginners test. Nature hike: A 1-mile trail is set up and maintained by the Ecology staff. It leads to areas abundant in plant species and frequented by wildlife. Fourteen posts are located along the trail, to draw hikers attention to various flora and fauna of interest. Water fight: Conducted at Fort Miami, this is one of the most popular activities at Webelos Adventure Camp. Be prepared with shoes and clothes that you don t mind getting wet. Tomahawk throw: Conducted at the Indian Village, this activity will review ax safety and give the Scouts a chance to test their throwing accuracy. Various Belt Loop awards: There may be opportunities for other belt loops to be earned, including: Fishing, Weather, Swimming, Flag Football, Ultimate, Map & Compass, and Geology. The staff will present these if time permits.

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11 33 Trails End Trading Post The Webelos Adventure Camp Trails End Trading Post provides a full selection of items for your stay. The following is a list of some of our available items: Walking stick medallions, T-shirts and belts. Flashlights and other camping items. Cub Scout songbooks, Webelos and Leader handbooks, etc. Extra craft kits to complete the Craftsman Activity Badge. Webelos uniform items. Webelos advancement badges earned at camp (with submission of an advancement report form). Snacks and drinks. We recommend that the Pack s camp leader or another adult serve as the banker during the week. When a Webelos needs money, he can check it out from the Pack s banker. This keeps the Webelos from losing his money, and can serve as a method of teaching thriftiness. Thirty dollars ($30.00) is generally sufficient for most Webelos to obtain the souvenirs and snacks they want. Credit card service is available in the Trails End Trading Post for Visa and Master Card. Cash and checks are also accepted.

12 35 Visitors Parents and families are always welcome at Webelos Adventure Camp. Please register in the camp office upon arrival. The campfire held on Tuesday and Friday night is the best time for visitors. If visitors are going to be in camp and desire to eat a meal, the pack s camp leader (or other adult) can purchase a non-refundable meal ticket at the camp office at a cost of $6.00 per meal. Meal tickets are non-refundable because Webelos Adventure Camp pays for all meals prepared. Please inform the Business Manager by noon on your first full day so we can ensure there is sufficient seating and food for your guests. Kikthawenund words of experience Camp Kikthawenund has been providing a summer home for Webelos for many years and we have learned a few things that might help you with your stay in camp. 1. Uniforms are encouraged for chapel service, campfires, evening flag ceremonies and evening meals. 2. Be prepared for camp. Check equipment needs before coming. 3. Take time to enjoy the beauty of Camp Kikthawenund. 4. Show pack spirit! The pack that comes to camp with ideas and spirit challenges the rest of camp to come alive. 5. Our staff tries to do its best to serve every Webelos. Please let us know how we can meet your needs. 6. If you have a special need or want to do something spectacular, tell us about it and we will give it our best shot. 7. It is unfortunate when someone loses something of value. Please have a plan for storing valuables. Pack photographs and compact discs (CDs) Packs will have the opportunity to take home a Pack photo for each Webelos attending Webelos Adventure Camp. Packs are encouraged to bring Pack and Den flags and Webelos should dress in complete uniform, Pack T-shirts, or camp T-shirts for the photo. Photos will be taken on Monday and Thursday after lunch and dinner. An 8 x 10 photo is $8. Please check with the camp office for details. The Staff will take digital photos throughout the week. CDs with all of the session pictures are available for $5. Please order and pay for Pack photos and camp photo CD s at the camp leaders meeting on Tuesday morning or Friday morning to ensure they are available at the Welcome Shelter during check-out.

13 36 Tips for success Drink lots of water. Indiana is hot in the summer as you all know. The Scouts and leaders will all be very active. Please DRINK WATER! Webelos should come to camp prepared. Read the requirements for activity badges before coming to camp. Bring your Webelos Handbook. (Available in the Trading Post if needed) The Pack should come to camp prepared. The top Packs come with ideas and plans to have fun and learn about the great outdoors. Your campsite is your home for the week. To make it special and to dress it up, bring the Pack flag or others appropriate signs or banners. Top Packs are virtually always recognized by their spirit. The Pack that comes to camp with ideals and esprit de corps challenges the rest of camp to come alive. Bring your Pack cheer and goodwill to camp and show everyone that you are number ONE. Wearing your pack t-shirt or the Webelos uniform correctly will add to the spirit. Webelos camp is not like any other camping experience, nor should it be. When the Cub Scout Promise and Law of the Pack are faithfully practiced by all, it makes a world of difference for everyone. Webelos Adventure Camp exists for the development of youth. Its mission is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America; its aims are the Aims of Scouting; to build Character, to foster Citizenship, and to develop Fitness. As a leader in scouting, you have made a commitment to assist youth achieve these goals. NO tag-a-longs are allowed at camp! Webelos should not take valuables to the waterfront or shower house. These items should be secured in the campsite or left at home. Camp Kikthawenund is not responsible for damaged, lost, stolen items. Keep ALL LEADERS informed about changes in schedules and attend leaders meetings. The Camp Director, Program Director, and Business Manager are at your service! It is a prime concern that each Webelos have fun and learn new skills. Our second priority is that all adult leaders have a positive camping experience with their Webelos...to that end we are fully committed to do our best.

14 37 Webelos and adults coming to camp will have fun! Please share your constructive criticism and ideas so we can improve your camp. Adults will have opportunities to participate in a wide variety of training programs, including: Outdoor Leader Skills, Leave No Trace, Climb on Safely, Trek on Safely, Youth Protection, Weather Smart, Pack Committee Specific, Webelo Leader Specific, Cub Leader Specific, Cubmaster Specific, This is Scouting, Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat. Please take a few minutes and review your resources: The camp Leaders Guide Book, Webelos Leaders Guide, and Webelos Handbook. Mail Parents are encouraged to send a letter or a package to their son at Webelos Adventure Camp. Because mail typically takes three days for delivery, we recommend that mail be sent a few days before the pack goes to camp. Items arriving after a Webelos departure will be returned to sender. To insure delivery, items should have the pack number and session number listed and addressed in the following manner: (Webelos name) (Pack number) Session (Session number) Camp Kikthawenund 7651 W. 500 North Frankton, IN Camp Emergency Phone Number (765) Camp FAX: (765)