Camp Coker th Anniversary. Pee Dee Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

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1 Camp Coker th Anniversary Pee Dee Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

2 Welcome to Camp Coker 2014 Dear Scout Leader, Thank you for bringing your troop to Camp Coker in We had a great year in 2013 but we are expecting a much greater experience in As you well know, Scouts receive about 6 months of program at the troop level with their 1-week of camp. We as a staff want to insure that you and your Scouts leave camp feeling they had the best Scouting experience possible. There are some new merit badges being offered at camp for 2014, along with keeping some added last year. The new merit badges are Electricity, Geocaching, Personal Fitness, and Sustainability. These will be explained later in the leaders guide. We believe these new programs will give some of the older Scouts in your troop the excitement they may be looking for at camp. Our theme for 2014 is CAMP COKER: Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow which will present a fun and exciting camping experience. During the time between now and this summer, prepare your Scouts for all the merit badge work that may be required before attending camp. As you well know, several merit badges cannot be completed at camp. Every Scout should have the best chance of completing any merit badge attempted at camp. We as a Staff also believe that each Scout should have time for just FUN. He may want to fish, talk to friends, free swim, and do the other numerous programs offered at camp. We will still offer our great first year camper program Trailblazers and you may want to consider enrolling your first year Scouts in this program. We are putting a very strong emphasis on this program, as we did last year, by the mature leadership required to keep a first year Scout s attention. And they will still have the opportunity to earn a couple of merit badges in the afternoon. I would like to again thank you for your commitment to your troop and the Scouting program. This guide should answer most of your camp questions, but if not, please feel free to contact me at the Council Service Center , my cell phone or by jhsalyers@gmail.com. Jeff Salyers Camp Director Camp Coker *Note: Addendums to this guide will follow. 2

3 Table of Contents Pages Welcome 2 Table of Content 3 New Merit Badges 4 Scout Oath & Law 5 Camp Coker Summer Camp Dates 6 Camp Fees & Capacities 7 What Equipment to & Not Bring 8 Scout & leader Expectations 9 Order of the Arrow- Call Out 10 Youth Protection Guide Lines 11 Check-In Procedures 12 Swim Tests 13 Weekly Schedules 14 Friday Schedule & Check-Out Procedure 15 Activities & Competitions 16 Adult Programs 17 Scoutmaster Merit Badge 18 Camp Coker Challenge 19 Trailblazers 20 Additional Cost Merit Badges 21 Dining Hall Procedures 22 Emergency Procedures 23 Merit Badge Helps 24 Merit Badge Schedule 26 Merit Badge Requirements 27 Merit Badge Scheduling & Registration Form 34 Troop Roster 35 Questions, Concerns & Comments 36 3

4 New Merit Badges for 2014 Geocaching MB: A basic understanding of GPS is required. No age limit required, but the Scout will be tested on basic knowledge before allowing them to take the class. They must be able to explain requirement 3 in detail. Personal Fitness MB: Eagle required merit badge. Requirements 1 and 6 to be completed before camp. Sustainability MB New Eagle badge as a substitute for Environmental Science. Requirements 1,4 and 6 before camp. Four in writing. Advanced Scout Skills twilight programs REAL DEAL PIONEERING: Amidst the wide spectrum of fun available in Scouting, there s always an attraction to and fascination with what s termed, old school. It s the way things were done before all the modern technology so prevalent in today s society. Pioneering is all about using basic and advanced Scout skills to get things done, to make life in the outdoors easier, and for having just plain ol fashioned good times. In addition to taking Pioneering Merit Badge, Scouts can also participate in the Real-Deal Pioneering special program where they will not only learn a lot to bring back to their troops, but will experience what it takes to build some very impressive structures. REAL-DEAL OUTDOOR COOKING: In addition to earning Cooking Merit Badge, Scouts can be a part of a class that will delve much deeper into the wonderful realm of camp cooking. In Real-Deal Outdoor Cooking, of course Scouts will learn about preparing delicious one-pot meals, but will also: begin to master the art of foil cooking explore other creative approaches to cooking without utensils gain lifelong skills in cooking great meals and deserts with a Dutch Oven 4

5 MISSION STATEMENT OF THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and, in other ways, to prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetimes in achieving their full potential. The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the Scout Oath and Law. Scout Oath: On my honor, I will do my best. To do my duty to god and my country and to obey the Scout Law. To help other people at all times: To keep myself physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight. Scout Law A Scout is: Trustworthy Loyal Helpful Friendly Courteous Kind Obedient Cheerful Thrifty Brave Clean And Reverent Boy Scout Motto: Be Prepared! Boy Scout Slogan: Do a Good Turn Daily! 5

6 CAMP COKER SUMMER CAMP DATES Staff Week June 8 th - June14 th, 2014 Boy Scout Week 1 June 15 th June 21 nd, 2014 Boy Scout Week 2 June 22 rd - June 28 th, 2014 Webelos Adventure Camp July 6th th - July 9 th, 2014 Cub Buddy Weekend July 13 th - July 16 th,

7 CAMP FEES Early Bird Special- due to Council Service Center in Florence by March 10 th by 4:00 pm Youth: $ (includes patch) Adult: $80.00 (includes patch) Registration fee between March10 th May 30 th, 2014 Youth: $ (includes patch) Adult: $85.00 (includes patch) Late Registration Fee (within one week of troop camp date) Youth: $ (includes patch) Adult: $85.00 (includes patch) Out of Council Fee: $ *If a unit brings 8 youth to camp, 1 Adult leader is free. If a unit brings 16 youth to camp, the 2 nd Adult Leaders pays $40. Refund Policy Camp Coker strives to provide the very best quality program possible. We enter into obligations with our staff and vendors in the spring before summer camp opens. Because cancellations after May 1st undermine our ability to provide a quality program, no fees will be refunded after May 1 st, 2014, except in cases of the death of an immediate family member, sickness or injury, or a military transfer. In these cases we will refund all but $65 of fees paid when verified by a physician, military commander or other such official. Reasons such as vacation schedule, summer school and last minute changes of mind are not acceptable reasons for refunds. Scouts who leave during a week of camp will not receive a refund. Arrowhead Burlington Cayce Clemmons Copenhaver Elk Hartsville Holiday Horry Shaw Stowe Campsites and Capacities 14 Tents 12 Tents 17 Tents 12 Tents 16 Tents 12 Tents 12 Tents 19 Tents 2 Tents 2 Tents 12 Tents 28 Scouts & Leaders 24 Scouts & Leaders 34 Scouts & Leaders 24 Scouts & Leaders 32 Scouts & Leaders 24 Scouts & Leaders 24 Scouts & Leaders 38 Scouts & Leaders 22 Scouts & Leaders 22 Scouts & Leaders 24 Scouts & Leaders In an effort to ensure that every troop has comfortable accommodations, we respectfully request that each troop contact the Council Service Center, two weeks prior to your arrival date to verify the number of scouts and leaders attending summer camp. 7

8 What to bring to Camp: Clothing / Bedding What you may want to bring Scout Uniform A&B Flash Light with extra batteries Sweater and or Jacket Folding Pocket Knife Swim Suit Spending Money Long Pants First Aid Kit T-Shirts (5 minimum) Fishing Gear Raincoat or Poncho Sunglasses Boots/ Shoes no open toes Compass Socks (6 Pairs) Camera and Film Sleeping Bag / Pillow Mosquito Netting Comb or Brush Sunscreen Advancement Materials Shower Shoes Scout Handbook Notebook Pen and Pencil Toilet Articles Merit Badge Pamphlet Toothbrush Merit Badge Pre-Requisites Toothpaste Washcloth Towel Deodorant Soap What not to Bring to Camp: What NOT to bring (Camp Coker is not responsible for your personal items) Hunting or Sheath Knives Electronic Games MP3 Players Radios CD Players Soft Drinks Candy Firearms and Ammunition Cell Phones Bows/Arrows If you or your Scouts wear open toes shoes in camp, they will be asked to change to closed toed shoes. Failure to do so will result in the camper being asked to leave camp. This Applies to Adult Leaders also. 8

9 Scout and Leader Expectations No firearms, bows and arrows, or ammunition of any kind may be kept in the possession of any Scout or Scouters. No Alcoholic beverages, marijuana, or other unlawful drugs are permitted on camp property. There are absolutely no exceptions to this policy. One strike and you will be asked to leave camp property. Shoes must be worn at all times. Flip-flops or open toed shoes are not allowed except in the showers. Leaders set the example. Everyone leaving camp must sign out at the Camp Director s Office. Medications can be checked into the Health Lodge. The unit leader must bring a lockable storage box to keep medications in campsite. All medications requiring refrigeration will be kept in the health Lodge. A Field Uniform, correctly worn, is required for all evening meals. To be worn on family night. No pets are permitted on camp property. Only one vehicle is permitted in camping area upon arrival to camp, for unloading trailer and camping gear, then that vehicle is to be parked in the parking lot until departure from Camp Coker. (NO EXCEPTIONS) Contact the Camp Director prior to your arrival to discuss options. Mail The Camp has daily service. Please inform your parents or guardian that mail should not be sent to campers after Wednesday of a given week because it probably will not arrive before the camper leaves camp. Letter and cards should be addressed as follows: Mail call will be daily at lunch! Scout s Name Troop # / Campsite Camp Coker, BSA 2056 Camp Coker Road Society Hill, SC Outgoing mail is placed in the mailbox every morning at 9:30 am. There is a drop basket in the Trading Post for outgoing mail and stamps are available in the Trading Post. 9

10 Provisional Camping: Boys who cannot camp with their troop or who want to attend an additional week of camp may attend Camp Coker as a provisional camper. Scout may wish to camp with a friend in another Scout Troop. The Council Office will provide the names of the Troop Leaders willing to accept additional Scouts. SPL Meetings: Meetings with the Senior Patrol Leader of each troop will be held each afternoon, after lunch, Monday-Friday at the dining hall. These meetings will provide an opportunity to communicate information to the troop as their week continues. It will also help in planning for the Wednesday and Friday night campfire. We ask each troop ensure the attendance of their SPL at these meetings. Visitors: Except for family night, visitors are welcome between the hours of 4:00 pm and 10:30 pm. All visitors must check in at the camp office. Visitors are welcome on Wednesday night for Family Night when troops savor the opportunity for a covered dish meal from home. If your Unit wants to have a table in the Dining Hall for Family Night, it is mandatory that your leaders reserve a table by 3:00 pm with the Dining Hall Steward. Order of the Arrow The Order of the Arrow is scouting s Brotherhood of Honor Campers. The Santee Lodge, Order of the Arrow, Its Customs, and Tradition have added to the Pageantry of Camp Coker. Order of the Arrow Cracker Barrel The Order of the Arrow Cracker Barrel offers food and fellowship to all members of the order. Guest lodge members are always welcome. The time and location of the Cracker Barrel will be Wednesday night after the Call Out, in the Dining Hall National Policy Regarding OA Ceremonies Youth and Adults elected into the Order of the Arrow have earned the privilege of learning leadership abilities through a safeguarded ceremonial induction. The ceremonies are true to Scout tradition and within the spirit of the Scout Oath and Law (from Order of the Arrow Handbook.) Leaders Please advise non-oa members including parents, adults, and other leaders regarding OA ceremonial policy: The call out on Wednesday is the only public recognition ceremony. Call-Out The Santee Lodge Callout is held Wednesday evening at 8:30 pm in a ceremony at the camp council ring. Units should meet at the Flag Pole at 8:00 pm. All those in camp are requested to attend this important event. More details will be provided at the Sunday Leader s Meeting. 10

11 Youth Protection Guidelines The following policies have been adopted to provide additional security for youth in the program. In addition, they serve to protect adult leaders from situations in which they are vulnerable to allegations of abuse. Two Deep Leadership: Two registered adult leaders or one registered adult leader and a parent of the participant, one of whom must be 21 years of age or older, are required on all trips and outings. The Chartered Organization is responsible for ensuring that sufficient leadership is provided for all activities. No One-On-One Contact: One-on-one contact between an adult and youth member is not permitted. In situations that require a personal conference, such as a Scoutmaster conference, the meeting is to be conducted in view of other adults and youth. Respect of Privacy: Adult Leaders must respect the privacy of youth members in situations such as changing into swimming suits or taking showers at camp and intrude only to the extent that health and safety requires. They must also protect their own safety in similar situations. Separate Accommodations: When camping, no youth is permitted to sleep in the tent of an adult other than his own parent. Camp Coker has individual shower and latrine facilities used by youth and adults. Proper preparation for high endurance activities: Activities with elements of risk should not be undertaken without proper preparation, supervision, and safety measures. Boy Scouts of America Smoke Free Policy: It is BSA policy to provide a smoke free environment for all Scouting participants. Therefore, smoking is not permitted on Camp property, in the presence of youth, or in buildings. You can smoke only in the parking lot across the street from Camp Coker. Health and Sanitation: Living in a communal setting such as camp provides certain health issues. For every camper s health we strongly encourage everyone to: Wash Hands Do not share towels Cover your month and nose when sneezing Practice high standards of personal hygiene 11

12 Check-In Procedure for Troops: Before you arrive: Troop Roster (2 Copies) Troop Insurance Troop Tour Permit Medical Forms and Personal Medications Fees Paid in Full 2 or more registered Adult Leaders Upon arrival: Camp opens for check in at 2:00 pm and we ask that each Unit park in the main parking lot during this time. Scoutmaster should be on hand, during and after registration, to supervise Scouts during move-in. The Camp Tour will be given by your Troop Guide, * this will include Troop photo, swim check, finding complete paperwork and other administrative duties at Stallworth for the registration process. You may drive ONE vehicle to the campsite for unloading, at a time. No vehicles are allowed at campsites after 7:00 pm. The Sunday Night Orientation Meeting / Cracker Barrel will include the Scoutmaster, Senior Patrol Leader, and First Year Camper s Meetings. Do NOT go to campsite until Scoutmaster verifies campsite assignment, and your troop guide has given you a tour of Camp Coker. Each troop will be given an 8 x 10 troop photo. Additional copies may be purchased. Checkout Procedure: At 7:30 am we will have breakfast at the Dining Hall. One Scoutmaster reports to Medical Lodge for Medical Records. The Scoutmaster must then supervise the Scouts preparing to leave the campsite. The Unit s Troop Guide will be on hand to inspect the campsite. No units are to leave their campsites without clearance. Failure to obtain clearance from the Camp Director or Program Director will result in a $ cleaning and/ or administrative fee. Unit may park ONE vehicle at the campsite for loading and moving Troop trailer. Troop Advancement records will be ready by 5 pm Friday at the training center. * Your Troop Guide will be assigned the same campsite all summer long, so that they will be thoroughly familiar with all discrepancies in the site. Any damage to the cots, tents, or other items provided by Camp Coker, will be charged to the unit for repair or replacement. Your Troop Guide will have a Check-In list when you arrive at camp. 12

13 Camp Swim Tests No pre camp swim tests will be accepted. Special Note: As soon as registration, picture, swim check, and tour, all Scouts and leaders go directly to the Aquatics area for their swim test, after camp gear is secured at campsite. Campsite set up should take place after swim checks have been completed. Procedure: Divide into three ability groups: Non-Swimmer, Beginner, and Swimmer 1. Non-Swimmers have not passed a swimming test 2. Beginners must pass this test: jump feet first into water, over the head in depth, level off, and swim 25 feet on the surface. Stop, turn sharply, resume swimming as before, and return to starting place. 3. Swimmers must pass this test: jump feet first into water, over the head in depth, level off and swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: sidestroke, breaststroke, trudgen, or crawl. Then swim 25 yards using as easy resting backstroke. The 100 yards must be completed in one swim without stopping and must include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. References: Swimming and Lifeguard Merit Badge Pamphlets. 13

14 Camp Coker Summer Camp 2014 Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow Weekly Schedule *subject to change due to weather conditions Sunday 2:00 pm Gates Open (registration at Stallworth Lodge, camp tour, swim check) 5:00 pm Retreat to Campsites (set-up and prepare for dinner) 5:30 pm Scoutmaster meeting at Dining Hall porch 5:45 pm Evening Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 6:00 pm Dinner (Dining Hall) 7:30 pm Vesper Service (Copenhaver Chapel) 8:30 pm Assemble for Campfire (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 8:45 pm Welcome Troops (Council Ring) 11:00 pm Taps (Good Night!) Monday to Thursday 7:00 am Good Morning! Camp Coker 7:45 am Morning Assembly (Flagpole) 8:00 am Breakfast 9:00 am Advancement Session One (ends at 9:50 am) 9:15 am Scoutmaster Meeting (As Needed ) 10:00 am Advancement Session Two (ends at 10:50 am) Safety Afloat, Safe Swim Defense following leader s meeting 11:00 am Advancement Session Three (ends at 11:50 am) 12:15 pm Lunch 12:45 pm Free Time 1:30 pm Advancement Session Four (ends at 2:20 pm) 2:30 pm Advancement Session Five (ends at 3:20 pm) 3:30 pm Open Swim, Boating and Ranges 5:00 pm Free Time Ends (retreat to campsites, prepare for dinner) 5:45 pm Evening Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 6:00 pm Dinner (Dining Hall) 7:00 pm Troop Activity (refer to your troop s schedule) 7:30 pm Advanced Scout Skills Opportunities 8:00 pm Staff Visitation to Campsites (visits for 10 to 15 mins) (ends at 9:00 pm) 9:00 pm Free Time 11:00 pm Good Night! (Quiet Time! A Scout is Courteous!) Wednesday Night-Family Night Time Activities 5:45 pm Front Lawn Retreat Ceremony 6:00 pm Dinner with Family and Friends (Campsites) (Request only for Dining Hall) 7:00 pm Camp Fun Activity 8:00 pm Campfire Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 14

15 8:45 pm Family Night Campfire & OA Callout 11 :00 pm Good Night Camp Coker!!! Friday Camp Coker Summer Camp 2014 Where Tradition Meets Tomorrow Weekly Schedule *subject to change due to weather conditions 7:00 am Good Morning! Camp Coker! 7:45 am Morning Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 8:00 am Breakfast (Dining Hall) 9:00 am Advancement, Session One (30 mins. Session at 9:25 am 9:15 am Scoutmaster Meeting (Training Center) 9:30 am Advancement Session Two (ends at 9:55 am) 10:00 am Advancement Session Three (ends at 10:25 am) 10:30 am Advancement Session Four (ends at 10:55 am) 11:00 am Advancement Session Five (ends at 11:25 am) 11:30 am Free Time (refer to troop activities) 12:00 pm Lunch Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 12:15 pm Lunch (Dining Hall) 1:15 pm SPL Meeting (Information for the afternoon events) 1:45 pm CAMP COKER CHALLENGE 5:45 pm Dinner Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 6:00 pm Dinner (Dining Hall) 6:45 pm Free Time 8:30 pm Campfire Assembly (Flagpole near Dining Hall) 9:30 pm Troop Time 11:00 pm Taps (Good Night!! Camp Coker!!) Saturday Check-Out Procedure 7:30 am Breakfast in the Dining Hall One Scoutmaster reports to the Health Lodge for medical records. Scoutmaster supervises the campers at the campsite. The Troop Guide will inspect the campsite. No Troops are to leave campsite without clearance. Failure to obtain clearance from the Camp Director or Program Director will result in a $100 cleaning and or administrative fee. Units may park ONE vehicle at the campsite for loading and moving Troop trailer. 15

16 Activities & Competitions One of the highlights of the 2014 Camp Coker Program is the fact that we have more activities and competitions than can possibly be completed. The Camp Staff hopes to utilize every inch of our main Camp area to bring you and your Scouts constant activities and events from Good Morning to Good Night. Here are just a few of those activities: Program Area Free Time: All program areas will be open for merit badge assistance and to have fun. Times for program area time will be announced later. Camp Games: Throughout the week, there will be many free time games for anyone interested. There are: Checkers, Playing cards, Volleyball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, and Flag Football, to name a few. Movie Night: Yes. Yes Movies are back. Staff will be showing a movie each Tuesday night from 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm. Troop Competitions: A very popular aspect of our program is troop competition. They will each take place on a specific day during your week at camp. The competitions this year are Volleyball, Basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, and Flag Football. Awards will be given in each category. Campers vs. Staff Competition: Thursday and Friday Campers have the choice to challenge senior and junior staff members. Spirit Stick: Each troop will have the opportunity to earn the daily Spirit Stick. It will be presented at morning formation. The troop will keep it until the next morning formation. The troop with the most spirit during the week will receive the Spirit Stick at Friday Night Campfire to take home as a souvenir. There will be singing at meals. Be sure your troop practices those age old traditional scout sing-alongs. 16

17 Adult Programs Camp is no longer just a place for Scouts to have fun and earn merit badges. Adults are also encouraged to get down and dirty, have a great time, and participate in our many training opportunities. Hey, it s your vacation too! The following are examples of training courses and activities that may be offered: Safe Swim Defense Monday am (TBA) Safety Afloat Monday am (TBA) Dutch Oven Cook-Off Tuesday night at 4:30 pm (side porch of Dining Hall) Youth Protection Tuesday am Time (TBA) Leave No Trace Wednesday am (TBA) Adult Leader Luncheon Wednesday 12:00 pm at Cope Training Center (meet with Scout Executive or designee) BSA Lifeguard Open to Adults (All Day) Mon-Fri (CPR before or after Camp) Volleyball Staff vs. Scoutmasters 7:30 pm Thursday Horseshoe Competition Friday Afternoon Time (TBA) Scoutmaster Merit Badge All Week (turn into Program Director by Friday lunch) 17

18 Activities for Scoutmasters Camp Coker Scoutmaster Merit Badge The Camp Coker Scoutmaster Merit Badge is an award that may be earned by adult leaders in camp. The purpose of the merit badge is to encourage leaders to get more involved in camp programs and have a more interactive experience at Camp Coker. In order to earn the Camp Coker Scoutmaster Merit Badge, Leaders must compete eleven of the fourteen requirements including the seven mandatory requirements. Applications must be turned in by 3:00 pm on Friday to the Program Director or Camp Director. *1. Visit all program/support areas: Day / Staff Initials Waterfront Area / Trailblazing Area / Jimmy Duffy / Outdoor Skills / Handicraft / Ecology / Archery Range / Rifle Range / Shotgun Range / Health Lodge / Boat Yard / Trading Post / *2. Participate in two of the Following training opportunities: Safety Leadership (includes Safe / Swim Defense and Safety Afloat Youth Protection / Leave No Trace / *3. Assist with a Merit Badge Instruction / *4. Participate in camp improvement project / 5. Complete Camp Survey Form / 6. Help in the Dining Hall / 7. Scoutmaster s Cook-Off (make a dish) / 8. Attend Order of the Arrow Fellowship / *9. Assist in a free swim or free boating / 10. Conduct a troop swim, canoe at camp / *11.Participate in Scoutmaster s Shoot Off / *12.Attend Chapel Service / 13. Horseshoe Tournament / *HAVE THE AREA DIRECTORS SIGN THE APPROPRIATE AREA* 18

19 Camp Coker Challenge Concept: The Camp Coker Challenge is a camp wide round robin style event consisting of many obstacles that test skill/knowledge/teamwork along the way. This challenge will test your Scouts abilities, strength, and scouts skill. This event will take place Friday Afternoon. More information will be handed out Sunday evening upon arrival. 19

20 Trailblazers For those Scouts who are working toward Tenderfoot & 2 nd Class Requirements: Trailblazers is Camp Coker s premier first year campers program. This program has been revised to teach your first year Scouts how the patrol method works and provide a springboard to help each boy advance to becoming a First Class Scout. Each boy signed up for the Trailblazer program should be a Scout working on his Tenderfoot or Second Class badge. By the end of his summer at Camp Coker, he will have had the opportunity to complete a number of Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class rank requirements. Scouts will be formed into patrols for the duration of their week at camp. A dedicated member of Camp Coker s Trailblazer staff will lead each patrol. The patrols will work together each morning, learning important scout skills such as: Knot Tying Lashing Wood Tools Safety First Aid Swimming Skills Orienteering Camping and Hiking Skills Safety Teamwork Leadership Citizenship The Scouts will also have the opportunity to go on an overnight camping trip. Purpose To provide a structured, skill-oriented summer camp program to fulfill the needs of the first year camper, especially those who are just beginning in Scouting. Objectives: To teach basic Scout skills To teach the patrol method through practical application To work on selected requirements and teach the Boy Scout advancement program To make learning and advancement fun To increase the tenure in Boy Scouts troops 20

21 Additional Cost Merit Badges Archery $20.00 for kit Basketry..$ for kits Fishing $10.00 for pole & lures Golf. $15.00 Indian Lore $ for kits Leatherwork..$ for kits Motorboating. $10.00 Nature $ for kit Orienteering..$ for compass (in trading post) Woodcarving. $ for kits Shooting Sports Guidelines for Summer Camp 2014 Absolutely no personal firearms or archery equipment at camp! We have no facilities to store personal gear. BSA is not responsible for personal equipment. All necessary equipment will be provided. Note: These are difficult merit badges to complete. Archery Merit Badge: (12 Students limit per class) 1 st, 2 nd, 3 rd, 4 th sessions. Proficiency in shooting is necessary for completion. Requires purchase of an arrow kit from the Trading Post, cost is $ Additional shooting times may be required. Rifle Shooting Merit Badge: (16 Students limit per class) 3 rd, 4 th, & 5 th sessions. Additional class will be added if required. Additional shooting times may be required for completion. Additional fee $ Shotgun Shooting Merit Badge: (12 Student limit per class) 1 st & 2 nd sessions. Fee of $20.00 is payable at the Trading Post. Must be 13 years old to take Merit Badge. Scouts must have completed Rifle merit badge. Strength is needed and proficiency is required for completion. Additional shooting times may be required. 21

22 Dining Hall Procedures: No wet bathing suits, chewing gum, hats, hiking staffs, backpacks or flagpoles are allowed in the Dining Hall. No sleeveless shirts allowed in Dining Hall. Table Waiter System: 1. Units will be assigned tables on Sunday afternoon and will sit at these tables for all meals. 2. Table Waiters will be assigned for every table and will serve for three meals beginning Sunday evening, then rotating with other scouts in the troop. 3. Table Waiters will report to the director at the Dining Hall at 7:45 am for breakfast, 12:00 pm for Lunch, and 5:45 pm for Dinner. 4. Table Waiters will set up their Troop seating area before meals, and will clear the area after meals. Clean up includes wiping tables, sweeping around the tables and mopping. 5. After the meals, the Waiters leave the Dining Hall when the Sanitation Director dismisses them. Menus: Dining Hall menus are well balanced and designed to feed hungry Scouts and Leaders. In addition to the main entrée offered at each meal, other options are available for those with special dietary needs. Peanut butter and jelly, and a salad bar are available at most noon and evening meals. Be sure to notify the Director of any special needs before camp. Handicap Accommodations: Camp Coker believes that all registered leaders and members deserve an experience at summer camp. Therefore, everyone is encouraged to attend. Preferences will be given to units with participants requiring special accommodations. If a motorized transportation device(golf cart, mobility scooter) is required for a disabled scout, it will be used to transport the scout only. 22

23 Emergency Procedures Limitation of Activity Campers and Leaders will be notified as necessary if activity must be limited because of temperature, humidity, or severe weather. Scouts & Leaders will receive information at their program area. Emergency Call The general emergency call will be the ringing of the bell near the Dining Hall. Units should line up at the Flagpole in formation when they hear the call. Fire In the case of fire, evacuate the tent, building, or area immediately. Notify the Program Director, Camp Ranger, or Camp Director. Report to Activity Field by the Handicraft Lodge. Medical Stay calm! Immediately notify the Camp Medical Officer or nearest staff member. All injuries must be logged in at the Health Lodge. Child Abuse Suspected child abuse whether physical, mental, emotional, or sexual should be reported to the Camp Director or, if he is not present, the Program Director. You should try not to seek proof yourself or to question any scouts. Earthquake / Flood/ Sever Weather Take cover. The program or Camp Director will assemble units if required. Assemble at the Dining Hall or in a building with cover. Lost Person/ Lost Swimmer If you suspect a lost person or lost swimmer, immediately notify the Program or Camp Director. All Troops assemble at the Flagpole for headcount. Unauthorized Persons If you suspect unauthorized persons have intruded into camp, immediately notify the Program Director, Camp Director, or Camp Ranger. Authorized visitors must sign in at the Training Center. 23

24 Merit Badge Archery Basketry Merit Badge Helps Comments Proficiency and strength are necessary for completion. Not recommended for younger scouts. Sessions 1,2,3,4 Materials may be purchased at Trading Post. Cost $20.00 $ $25.00 BSA Lifeguard All Day Class. (Open to Adults also) None Cooking Eagle required starting Recommended for 13 and older. 5&6 can not be completed at camp. Complete before camp. Class limited to 25 students None Emergency Preparedness Recommended for older Scouts. Complete Requirements 1 & 5 prior to Camp. Requirement 8C Should be done at home. (2hr. Merit Badge) None Environmental Science Electricity Fire safety First Aid Fishing Forestry Geocaching Golf Indian Lore Recommended for older Scouts because of the difficult concepts. Will require work outside of class. (2hr. Merit Badge) Class limited to 25 students Any age scout. Requirements 2,8, and 9A must be completed before camp May require work outside of class Requirement 6 cannot be completed at camp. Complete First Aid Requirements for Tenderfoot through First Class and Requirements 1,2B and 7 before Camp. (2hr. Merit Badge) Class limited to 25 students Allow Free Time for Fishing. Bring all necessary gear. May want to catch three fish prior to camp. None None None None None Requirement 1, 2, 4 should be done at home before camp. Can None bring collections for identification during class. A basic understanding of GPS is required. No age limit required, but the Scout will be tested on basic knowledge before being allowed to take the class. Must be able to explain requirement in detail. Class limited to 15 students Requirement 4 to be completed before camp. Clubs can t be provided for all scouts. Those with will have a better chance to get in. $15.00 Can be completed at Camp. Kayaking Must be a Swimmer. Recommended for older Scouts None 24

25 Merit Badge Helps Merit Badge Comments Cost Leatherwork Great for younger Scouts. Materials can be purchased at the Trading Post. $ $12.00 Lifesaving Scouts must have Swimming Merit Badge before camp. Scout None should bring long sleeve button up woven shirt, Belt, and a pair of Long Pants. Younger Scouts should not attempt this badge Motor boating Recommended for older Scouts. Spots limited $10.00 Nature Requirements 4 (Section B under Birds and Section A None under insects) and 5 should be done prior to camp. Orienteering Recommended for older Scouts. Bring or purchase Compass None Personal Fitness required merit badge. Requirements 1 and 6 to be completed before camp. None Pioneering Public Speaking Rowing Rifle Shooting Shotgun Shooting Recommended for older Scouts who have completed First Class knot tying Requirement and know their knots well. Must be 13 yrs. or older. Recommended for older Scouts. Can be completed at Camp. (2hr. Merit Badge) Scouts must have passed the swimmers test. (Strenuous Merit Badge) Proficiency and Experience are required. Scouts 13 yrs. old or older only. (Limit to 16 per class) Proficiency and Experience are required. Scouts 13 yrs. old or older only. (Limit to 12 per class) Extremely hard to complete. Must be a Swimmer. Recommended for older Scouts. None None None $20.00 $20.00 Small Boat None Sailing Sustainability New Eagle badge as a substitute for Environmental Science. Requirements 1,4 and 6 before camp. Four in writing Swimming Must pass swimmer test prior to class. A long Sleeve woven None shirt, Long Pants, Shoes, and a Belt is needed. Wilderness Bring materials for requirement 5 None Survival Welding For 14 and older scouts None Woodcarving Recommended for older Scouts only. Must have earned $12.00 Totin Chip. Twilight Merit Badge It is recommended that Scouts complete the online workbooks for each merit badge before coming to camp. These workbooks can be found at meritbadge.org. 25

26 Merit Badge Schedule Shaded areas represent the times when the classes are available. Archery Basketry Black Powder 7:30 pm Monday Only BSA Lifeguard All Day Canoeing Cit. Nation Cooking Electricity Emerg. Prep 2 Hour Class Envir. Science 2 Hour Class Fire Safety First Aid 2 Hour Class Fishing Forestry Geocaching Golf Indian Lore Kayaking Leatherwork Lifesaving 2 Hour Class Mile Swim Practice Every Day Motorboating Nature Non-Swimmer Orienteering 2 Hour Class Personal Fitness Pioneering 2 Hour Class Rifle Shooting Rowing Shotgun Small Boat Sailing 2 Hour Class Sustainability 2 Hour Class Swimming Trailblazer 3 Hour Class Welding 2 Hour Class Woodcarving Wilderness Survival 26

27 Merit Badge Requirements Aquatics Area BSA Lifeguard This is an all day rigorous program that certifies a Scout to be a Lifeguard. Scouts are required to spend all of their time in the aquatics area. Physical strength, stamina, and a great deal of written work are required. This program is recommended for older Scouts and strong swimmers. It is highly recommended that the CPR instruction is complete prior to camp. Strong swimming skills are required. Recertification is available for those with current BSA Lifeguard certification or whose certification has expired within 6 months. Bring a bathing suit and towel Candidates for recertification must provide current BSA Lifeguard, CPR, Safe Swim Defense, and Safety Afloat certificates. The instructor may provide a short review or skills recheck prior to the test. Scout must be proficient in elementary backstroke, breaststroke, front crawl, or trudgen, and sidestroke. Swim 550 yards in a strong manner. Canoeing Class Limitation 20 Scouts Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for : 2 nd & 3 rd year Scouts Previous Work Required: MUST BE A SWIMMER Canoe experience helpful. Lifesaving Class Limitation: 20 Scouts Day Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: 3rd year Scouts Previous Work Required: Swimming MB CPR Certification Bring long pants and long sleeve shirt to camp. Will not be completed at camp 27

28 Merit Badge Requirements Aquatics Area Rowing Class Limitation: 10 Scouts Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: Older Scouts Previous Work Required: Must BE A SWIMMER & 2B Small Boat Sailing Class Limitation: 8 Scouts Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for 2 nd & 3 rd year Scouts MUST BE A SWIMMER Swimming Class Limitation: 20 Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: MUST BE A SWIMMER Bring long pants and long sleeve button shirt to camp. 28

29 Merit Badge Requirements Handicraft Area Basketry Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Friday Recommended for: All scouts Additional Fee: Craft Kits available in trading post ($12-$15) Plan on extra time to complete projects Leatherwork Woodcarving Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Recommended for: All Scouts Additional Fee: Craft Kits Additional Fee: Craft Kits available in trading post ($7-$25) available in trading post ($7-$10) Indian Lore Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: None Additional Fee: Craft Kits available in trading post ($12-$15) 29

30 Merit Badge Requirements Golf Class Limitation: 12 Per Class Having clubs greater chance of getting in. Transportation must be provided. Time to be determined Cooking Class Limitation: 12 Per Class Day Class meets: Monday-Thursday 1100am Recommended for: 13 years old or Older Eagle required starting 2014 Personal Fitness Welding Recommended for 13 and older In depth merit badge - MUST complete workbook found at meritbadge.org prior to camp and bring to class Must have jeans with no holes and leather shoes (no tennis shoes) 30

31 Mammal Study Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Mon-Thurs Recommended for: All Scouts Environmental Science Plan for out of class activities Class Limitation: 25 Per Class Day Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: Older Scouts Previous Work Required: None Difficult to complete at camp. Plan for out-of-class activities. (There are six 20 min. observations Required). Nature Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Day Class meets: Mon-Thurs May not be completed at camp Fishing Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: Catch fish before camp Bring own equipment. Forestry Class Limitation: 20 per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: Pre-Requisites 1,2,& 4 Bring a spiral notebook for leaf collection or purchase in trading post. 31

32 Fire Safety Class Limitation: 25 Per Class Days Class meet: Monday-Thursday Recommended For: All Scouts Previous Work Required: Pre-Requisite 6 Before Camp. Emergency Preparedness Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Mon-Thurs Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: First Aid Merit Badge. 2 Hour Merit Badge Orienteering First Aid Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Day Class meets: Mon-Thurs Extra Time for setting up course and practice Recommended for: All Scouts MUST BRING orienteering compass 2 Hour Merit Badge (available in trading post) Will not be completed at camp Pioneering Class Limitation: 20 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: 2 nd year and Older Previous Work Required: Knowledge of Knots Extra Time for Project Wilderness Survival Class Limitation: 25 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: All Scouts Previous Work Required: First Aid Merit Badge Recommended Overnight is required. Bring backpack 32

33 Shooting Sports Area Archery Class Limitation: 12 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: Older Scouts Previous Work Required: Some experience and range time helpful Need extra time for practice and qualifying Additional Fee: $10.00 Rifle Shooting Class Limitations:16 Per Class : Day Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: 13 years and Older Previous Work Required: Experience helpful Need extra time for practice and qualifying Additional Fee: $15.00 Shotgun Shooting Class Limitation: 10 Per Class Days Class meets: Monday-Thursday Recommended for: 13 years and Older Previous Work Required: Previous experience helpful Need time for practice and qualifying Additional Fee: $

34 Please your merit badge registration forms directly to Jeff Salyers at Camp Coker Summer Camp 2014 Merit Badge Scheduling and Registration Form Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster: Phone :( ) Troop #: Week #: Scout s Name 9:00 am 10:00 am 11:00 am 1:30 pm 2:30 pm Additional MB Twilight Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Fee s Paid 34

35 Troop Roster Troop #: District: Week: Camp Site: Adult Roster: Name Phone Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat Youth Roster: Names: (Alphabetical) Emergency Phone # Rank Date of Birth 35

36 Troop Pre-Order T-Shirts Name Quantity Size Name Quantity Size Our Troop wishes to order T-Shirts x $12.00 = Questions, Concerns, and Comments Please feel free to give me a call about anything pertaining to camp. I will try to return your call in a reasonable time period! Camp Director: Jeff Salyers Cell: (214) Office: jhsalyers@gmail.com 36