Scouting CAMP NOOTEEMING. LEADER S GUIDE Boy Scout

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1 Scouting CAMP NOOTEEMING LEADER S GUIDE Boy Scout

2 January 2018 Fellow Scouts and Scouters, Are you ready for an unforgettable experience? Your time with us at Camp Nooteeming will etch wonderful memories in the minds of the Scouts you bring. Thank you for choosing the Hudson Valley Council camps for your summer camp experience, we are extremely excited to be hosting your pack during our exciting Passport to Adventure! You, the Scouters and your Scouts, lie at the heart of what we offer. Our staff is busy working on making our 93rd season the very best for Scouts and leaders alike. We hope you are ready for a great time! The camp staff has already met several times in preparation for this season. In addition to developing this year s program we are working on recruiting and training an excellent team of camp staff members. In the following pages, you will find all of the information that is needed to plan your Summer Camp experience. A lot of time and effort has been spent expanding this manual in the hope of serving you better. As the pack leader in charge, you have certain responsibilities that are documented in this manual. Please read and understand this manual completely. We would also ask you to review, complete, and submit all applicable forms by your Pre Camp Meeting. Feel free to make as many copies of this book as you need or download from our website The attached Appendix includes several forms that will help make your camp preparation easier and your stay at camp more enjoyable. We want to thank you again for selecting Hudson Valley Council and Camp Nooteeming for your summer program experience. Without the support of volunteer leaders like yourselves the Scouting program would cease to exist. If you have any questions or concerns regarding camp, please feel free to contact us. We are looking forward to spending our summer with you and your youth. See you at camp! Harold Teller Harold Teller Camp Director Program Director 2

3 Welcome to Camp Nooteeming Camp Nooteeming is a nearly 279 Acre facility located in Dutchess County just north of Pleasant Valley, New York. Camp Nooteeming, situated in the heart of Dutchess County, is the Hudson Valley Council s northern camp. Nooteeming is translated as Men of the Woods, and from its tenure as a Boy Scout summer camp to its current incarnation as the site for Cub Parent Weekends, Cub Scout Day Camp, and the council s overnight Cub Scout Adventure Camps, it has been helping boys grow into men for over eight decades. For the past several years, it has also been the home of the council s annual October Haunted Harvest Fest, where thousands of Cub Scouts and their parents come participate in activities such as archery, BB guns, nature, crafts, and sports. The Ranger welcomes all campers to become Men of the Woods! For Contact questions regarding Camp Nooteeming, please or call Harold Teller at harold.teller@scouting.org Camp Nooteeming offers its Scouts a large number of opportunities, Including program areas in: Aquatics Backpacking Field Sports Handicrafts Nature/Ecology Shooting Sports Scout Skills Directions to Camp This years theme will be Passport to Adventure From the East: Take I-84 to Taconic Parkway North to Exit for Rte 44. Make a Left (West towards Poughkeepsie) approximately 3 miles to Creek Road. Turn Right onto Creek Road go about 3 miles, proceed through the intersection. The road is now Scout Road. Continue to the camp entrance which will be on the Right. (Commercial vehicles, trucks and trailers are not allowed on the Taconic Parkway. Please call for alternate directions.) From the West: Newburgh-Beacon Bridge to I-84 and follow instructions above. OR Route 9W North to the Mid-Hudson Bridge, to Poughkeepsie and Route 44 East. Continue on Rte 44 to Pleasant Valley; approximately 1 mile past the village center, turn Left onto Creek Road. Go about 3 miles, proceed through the intersection. The road is now Scout Road. Continue to the camp entrance which will be on the Right. 3

4 Table of Contents Information sources 6 Camp Map 7 Fees 8 Camperships 9 Preparing for Summer Camp 10 Pack Paperwork 11 Campsite Reservations Rosters Unit Insurance Pre-Camp Checklist 12 Planning Your Troop s Program 13 Advancement Reports and Recordkeeping Individual and Buddy Activities Patrol Centered Activities Troop Centered Activities Arrival at Camp: 15 Summary of First Day Camp Nooteeming Welcome Packet - 16 During your Stay: Camp Leadership - 17 Camp Staff 19 The Law of the Camp 20 General Info - 22 Camp Visitor Policies 25 Program: Program Highlights - 26 Choosing Summer Camp Options 27 Merit Badges Pre-requisites Program Area Synopsis 30 Leaders Program - 39 Health and Safety: Health and Safety 31 Use of Liquid Fuels - 34 Camp Emergency Procedures 35 4

5 Appendix: - 39 Daily Schedule - 40 Camp Duty Assignments - 41 Troop Equipment Checklist 42 Personal Equipment Checklist # 43 Campsite Visitation Report 44 Honor Patrol Award 45 Troop Award 46 Troop Photograph Order Form 47 Individual Standing Orders 48 Standing order letter 49 Adult Camp - 50 Troop 51 Pre Camp Sign-Up Form # Please distribute to everyone going to Please bring with you to the 20 day Meeting 5

6 Information Sources The Camp Nooteeming Camp Staff has endeavored to develop the very best camping experience possible. The delivery system for our program, and its many offerings, wouldn t be complete without a system for bringing these offerings to your attention. To that end, listed below are the sources available to inform all campers, both Scouts and Scouters, of what is available, and when and where it is available: This Camp Leaders Guide. Provides the information necessary for planning and executing a successful week at camp. Pre-Camp Leaders Meeting. This essential pre-camp meeting provides administrative and program detail, answers your critical questions, drop off your medical and other forms early to expedite check-in and allows you to fine-tune your program. Camp Leaders Meeting. This Thursday meeting is a follow-up to the Pre-Camp Meeting. Information vital to your week in camp is disseminated. Program Commissioners. Our Program Commissioners has been assigned to help your Troop have a successful week at camp. He is your best and most reliable resource of information. He knows where things are and what is available. Above all, he knows Scouting. He can be your best friend in camp. Lean on him. Dining Hall Announcements and Promotions. Listen and watch for this valuable information following meals in the Dining Hall. 6

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8 Boy Scout Passport to Adventure July 5 thru 8th July 12th Thru 15th Thursday Evening Arrive After Supper Set-up Medical Recheck & Orientation Cracker-Barrel Friday Swim test Start Merit Badges Evening Campfire Saturday Work on Merit Badges Evening Open Program- Games Sunday AM - Finish MBs Afternoon - Regatta Bon Voyage BBQ Fees - Youth - $210 / Session Adult - $110 / Session Den Chief - $110 / Session Number of Adults at NO Charge 2 free leaders for registering 5-9 scouts and one additional leader free for each additional 5 youth or part thereof Additional adults over allowed are charged $110 per Session. Units attending with fewer than five Scouts can arrange to share a site with another unit and minimize or eliminate Adult leader fees. 8

9 Camperships: Campership applications are available in the Council Service Center. These Camperships are available for all of our Summer Camp programs to any Hudson Valley Council youth. Families in need of assistance in sending children to camp are encouraged to contact the Scout Executive at the Council Service Center for more information. Camp Refund Policy: Camp deposits are non-refundable. The remainder of any fees paid can be refunded, if requested in writing at least four (4) weeks prior to the start of the scheduled stay at camp. The remainder can also be refunded for a death in the scout s family, illness of the scout, or summer school attendance, if requested in writing prior to the scheduled date of arrival for his stay in camp. Partial weeks are non-refundable. If no leader is supplied, a limited number of Scouts will be accepted on a provisional basis. These boys will be placed with a Pack that has similarly aged boys. This policy is to ensure that we provide adequate supervision of the youth and no boy is left behind Can a boy stay for a second session? The answer is yes! If a Scout chooses to attend camp for a second session, a $50 discount will apply to his second session of Camp with Hudson Valley Council. 9

10 Preparing for Summer Camp As the adult leader, you can make your job a lot easier if you start to prepare for camp in a systematic manner as soon as you receive this Leaders Guide. First, read this guide from cover to cover to become familiar with the camp program and the mechanics of taking a Troop to camp. Your assistants should be familiar with this guide also. THE NAME OF THE GAME PRE-CAMP PLANNING Adequate Adult Leadership: Your first concern should be to make sure you would have adequate trained adult leadership. You must be sure that you meet the proper leadership requirements outlined under the Camp Leadership portion of this guide. The Scoutmaster is the adult leader in charge of the Troop. If the Scoutmaster does not attend camp, it is the Troop Committee s responsibility to appoint an adult leader to be in charge of the Troop for their stay at camp. Parent s Meeting: It is a good idea to have a meeting with the parents of the scouts who are going to camp. This allows for you to review the camp program, camp life-style, camp physical examination requirements, transportation arrangements, uniform requirements, and what each scout needs to bring. The Camp Brochure, sent to the homes of scouts, offers good information for the parents, but it doesn t cover every detail they will need to know. Many Troop leaders put together guides tailored to their Troop s particular requirements. Pre-Camp Equipment Inspection: You may want to have a pre-camp inspection of your scouts camp gear. This should be done not later than two weeks before coming to camp. It s not fun for either you or the scout, if he arrives at camp unprepared. A timely inspection allows everyone enough time to add what they need for camp. In the Appendix there are checklists for Troop and personal equipment needed for camp. You will also a list of equipment that will be provided by the camp. Necessary Paperwork: Follow your Leaders Pre-camp Checklist. If you follow this guide well, you will be assured to arrive at camp with all the necessary paperwork you and the camp will need. Pre-Camp Leaders Meeting: The purpose of this meeting is to give Camp Leaders the opportunity to review registration, make payments, and turn in Troop rosters, medical forms, and any other forms. We will also talk about the camp program. This gives your Troop the opportunity to ask any questions you might have. By taking advantage of this opportunity to pre-register, you will be helping to speed up the check-in process when you arrive in camp. Troops who have pre-registered will be served before those who haven t. Adults who are attending summer camp as leaders should attend this meeting. We will also address and schedule special program opportunities. 10

11 Troop Paperwork Campsite Reservations: Troops should reserve a site well in advance. We will try our best to accommodate your wishes, but occasionally we must swap sites with other Troops and reassign groups according to contingent size. To reduce the chances of this happening, Troops should reserve the appropriate size campsite and pay the required $125 campsite deposit. Call the council service center at (845) for more information. At the completion of the summer season, the site deposit can be used to pay off any balance owed by the Troop for unpaid campers and/or extra adults beyond the required amount; or the deposit will be refunded to the Troop if unused. The deposit can be used to reserve a campsite for next year. The site deposit is non-refundable if a Troop cancels its reservation and does not attend Summer Camp at Nooteeming. Rosters: Please bring three (3) copies of your Troop Roster with you to camp. One roster should be presented to the Health Officer with any medicals and OTC forms that you have received since your Pre Camp meeting. One must be presented to the Camp Director at check-in. The third is for your records. Unit Insurance For Hudson Valley Units: Insurance is provided by the Council. The policy is excess to any other available source of medical benefits if the charges are greater than $ This means that you must file your bills through your primary, or personal, insurance carrier at the same times that you file through our policy. If the total charges are less than $300.00, our policy will pay without the other insurance coordination. When your primary insurance company processes the charges, they will send you an Explanation of Medical Benefits or EOB. You must forward a copy of the Explanation of Benefits for each charge to the Council Service Center. Hudson Valley Council insurance covers up to a maximum of $20,000 (accidental dental $5000, accidental injury $15,000, sickness $7500). After the primary insurance and the Hudson Valley Council insurance are exhausted, the family will be responsible for all remaining balances. Out-of-Council Units: Each Out-of-Council Unit will be expected to bring a copy of their insurance policy and claim form on Sunday to file at the Health Lodge. If you do not have accident/medical insurance at this time, you should obtain it so you will be protected all year long. The camp has NO accident or medical insurance on other council campers. 11

12 Pre-Camp Checklist Complete each task as part of your Troop s planning. Check them off again the day before camp. Final Troop registration and camp fees are paid prior to coming to camp. 3 copies of your Troop Roster - everyone going to camp. (Do you have all the last minute additions?) Names, addresses, and both work and home telephone numbers of all parents. Do you know where they can be reached in case of an emergency? A copy of the health and medical record form for each scout and leader. Scouts and adults may not remain at camp without one. Medical forms need all immunization dates, parents,. Do you know which scouts will be bringing medication with them to camp? Medical forms will not be returned!!! Individual Standing Order form filled out and signed by a doctor for each scout even if he is not currently taking medications All transportation arrangements for going to and coming from camp have been made. Troop camping and program equipment, including Troop flags and outdoor cooking equipment, is ready for camp. Each scout is properly equipped (see checklist in appendix) and has equipment checked before camp. Discourage scouts from being over equipped. All parents are aware of Troop plans (date, time and place of departure to & return from camp; mailing address; telephone). Leader has sufficient funds on hand for emergencies (traveler s checks are recommended). Troop first aid kit in good condition, accessible, and ready to go. All tent assignments made (plan on two-man tents). All scouts and leaders are properly uniformed (have summer uniform inspection at Troop meeting prior to camp). Know when your Pre Camp Meeting is: Turn in current medical forms (youth & Pre Camp Meeting 12

13 Planning your Troop s Camp Program Each Troop s schedule will be unique because its program is based on the needs and desires of its members. Most Troops will split campers in at least two patrols, depending on the boys ages. It is the responsibility of the Troop leadership, with help from the camp program staff, to establish the Troop s program. Nooteeming offers a wide range of programs for the scouts during their stay at camp. Program opportunities generally center on advancement, including skill training and advancement work. Troop activities and camp-wide events, however, also play a major role in the Troop program. Remember, Camp Nooteeming provides Program opportunities, your Troop can participate in all or none of our pre-set activities. A Troop s program is limited only by the imagination of its leadership. If there is an activity your Troop would like to participate in that is not on the list, please contact your Camp Commissioner. Boys come to camp to have fun, learn new skills, meet new friends, and camp. When they do, they will naturally advance and be able to proudly wear the awards they earn as reminders of their fun experiences. Specific programs are geared towards Scouts (Scout, Tenderfoot, Second, or First Class ranks, as well as Merit Badges. Advancement Reports and Recordkeeping The Program Director will have a listing of all the requirements that the Scouts have the opportunity of completing. Since summer camp is meant to augment your year round program, we will provide the activities but it is up to you to determine if the Scout advances and complete the necessary reporting. Individual and Buddy Activities: Advancement, practicing skills, letter writing, crafts, and exploring the great outdoors are examples of individual activities. (Remember to use the buddy system outside of your campsite.) There will be times when scouts will want to do things as buddies, in twos or threes; fishing, sports, and campsite projects (allow ample time for such activities). Patrol Centered Activities: Suggested patrol activities include hikes, camp craft skills and contests, preparation for Troop or camp events, and service projects. There are any number of things that a patrol may do while at camp, however, we have organized a few that do not require much planning prior to camp. 13

14 Camp Nooteeming Honor Patrol: The purpose of this program is to develop teamwork and spirit within the patrol. Patrols will be required to complete a series of requirements during the week to earn this award. Remember to bring your patrol flag! Details of the requirements are in the Appendix. Troop Centered Activities: The Troop s Patrol Leaders should meet prior to coming to camp to establish goals for your Troop. There will be many opportunities to work as a Troop. Possible activities include inter- Troop campfires and competitions, campsite programs, and campsite improvement or conservation projects. Your choice of activities will dictate how you plan for them. The following are activities and awards that do not require much planning prior to camp. Nooteeming Troop Award: The Nooteeming Troop Award is an award that Troops can earn for actively participating at camp. Troops who earn this award generally have a good quality program in their campsite that is augmented by the provided program in camp. Details of the requirements are in the Appendix. Campsite Visitation Award: Your campsite will be visited daily and checked for cleanliness, safety, and the quality of the Troop campsite program. Commissioners will visit the site during the day to allow Troops ample time to prepare. Daily visitation scores will be posted on the campsite bulletin board and the Program Board so you can compare your progress with other campsites. Daily winners will receive special recognition. A copy of the Campsite Visitation Report is in the Appendix. 14

15 Summary of First Day of Resident Camp Arrival: Do Not Arrive before 7PM: Plan for your Troop to arrive between 7:00 and 8:00 PM. As your Troop arrives, have the boys line their gear up behind your campsite sign located in the Parking Lot. While waiting for all the Troops to arrive, parents and boys may visit the Trading Post in order to purchase BBQ tickets, or to make any purchases. Please do not allow anyone from your Troop to leave the main camp area. Once your entire Troop has arrived, you may start the check-in procedure by having one adult from your Troop bring the Troop roster, medical forms, and any last minute fees to the check-in table located in the Welcome Center across from the Dinning Hall. Registration: During the registration procedure, forms will be checked, fee payments will be reviewed, and any last minute program changes identified. Pre-registering your Troop at your 20-day meeting, prior to camp, will make this process much faster as all you will need to do is have the forms spot checked, and any changes conveyed. NOTE: Those Troops who have completely pre-registered at 20 day meeting will be processed through first. Campsite Inspection, Guided Tour, Medical Recheck, and Swim Check. After check-in, the Troop will be assigned a staff guide who will lead the Troop through the guided tour. The first step in this process will be the campsite inspection. It is very important that during the campsite inspection there is NO gear inside the tents so no problems are missed. The purpose of this inspection is to ensure that the campsite is ready for use by your Troop and that any existing damages are not attributed to your Troop incorrectly. Once the Troop is ready, the site guide will take you on the tour of camp. This tour MUST be completed by ALL members of the Troop. At one point during the tour, your staff guide will escort you to the First Aid Station for the medical recheck. Following the medical recheck the Troop will proceed back to the campsite with the site guide. Cracker barrel: Will be in the Dinning Hall at 9:15 Leader's Meeting: After Campfire in the Welcome Center at 9:15. We ask that at least one adult leader from each Pack meet with the camp director and other staff for a final overview session. 15

16 Camp Nooteeming Welcome Packets During the check-in process you will be presented with a Camp Nooteeming Welcome Packet. This Packet contains information and starter items designed to ease your transition and enhance your experience in camp. The contents include: Important Reminders: This is a heads-up list of things to do. Colors Formation Plan: A diagram of the Flag Plaza and Parade Field showing your Troop s position during the daily Colors formation and at other times when such a formation is called for. Application for Camp Nooteeming Troop Award: Lists the award requirements, should your Troop decide to accomplish them with spaces to be signed off. Application for Camp Nooteeming Patrol Award: The requirements for this prestigious award, and space for sign-offs and names of the patrol members. Troop Morning Duties: Daily good-turn projects shown by campsite assignment. Fireguard Chart: An important safety item for your campsite bulletin board. Camp Map: To help your Troop get oriented to the camp layout. Daily Unit Visitation Sheet: Post this on your bulletin board, where your Program Commissioner will find it, and the Troop can see daily accomplishment. Dining Hall Waiter Procedures: A must read for your table waiters. Animal Interaction Sheets: What to do if someone comes in contact with a variety of common wilderness animals. Includes actions towards bee stings, Lyme Disease, and Rabies. 16

17 Camp Leadership Leadership Requirements: Troops must supply full-time adult leadership coverage to comply with NYS and BSA requirements. Both the Scoutmaster and the assistants must be registered with the Boy Scouts of America. Parents who attend camp do not have to be registered with the BSA unless they assume the role of a unit leader. There must be a ratio of at least one adult leader for every five boys in camp (with a minimum of two). At least one of these leaders must be 21 or over. Additional leaders must be 18 years old or above. This ratio is the unit s responsibility and does not include camp staff. Be sure to have the proper ratio at all times. Adults who are staying for only part of the time should stay in camp until their replacements have arrived. Boys in Camp Number of leaders required Additional leaders and/or family members spending the week will be charged $110 per week. Anyone staying overnight must submit a medical form (see Medical Forms). Thursday Leaders Meeting: Your Camp leader is asked to meet the Camp Director and various other staff at our Thusday Leaders Meeting to discuss administrative and program information as well as any changes that have been made. A meeting will also be held on Sunday after lunch to evaluate the camp experience and to discuss the Check-Out procedures. Youth Protection and Reporting Child Abuse: Youth Protection guidelines have changed. Online courses are available at We require that all adults spending a night in camp take this course. You need to fully understand your obligations under the Youth Protection Program. The Boy Scouts of America has never allowed hazing or initiations in any program. You must make sure your boys understand and follow the program. Even an older scout saying wait until we get you to camp is a threat, and is not allowed. The new scout should feel welcomed, not threatened. Snipe hunts, shore line, inflatable tent pegs, dehydrated water, smoke shifters and similar jokes may subject the new scout to ridicule. If any form of hazing is permitted in your unit, the matter will be referred to the Council Executive, as will any other violations of Youth Protection guidelines. 17

18 Camper Supervision: It is the responsibility of the unit to provide camper supervision. Unit Leaders must know where their campers are at all times. Campers cannot leave supervised areas (campsites or program areas) without a buddy. Buddies should be assigned after breakfast before morning activities. Campers cannot be in their campsite without proper adult supervision. Your cooperation helps us to comply with BSA and NYS supervision standards. Your help is greatly appreciated. What is Expected: The success of any camping experience for a Troop or individual member depends upon the efforts of the adult leaders. For this reason, Scoutmasters and designated assistants must carry out assignments in a professional manner. The first step to successful long-term camping is adequate planning and program preparation before your arrival date. Part of this process requires adult leaders to review planned activities and responsibilities while at camp. Completion of this step will minimize surprises, confusion, disappointment, and potential problems. Successful results offer a great deal of personal satisfaction for both Scouts and Scouters. The following is a synopsis of key activities and responsibilities expected of all adult leaders. Specific assignments may be shared or delegated to a single individual, as desired by the particular Troop s organization. In general, Troop leaders are: Responsible for maintaining camper supervision by knowing where each scout is at all times. Responsible for maintaining Troop safety and discipline at all times. This includes safe travel to and from camp. Responsible for coordinating all Troop and individual scout activities to ensure maximum benefit to all participants. To participate in camp activities on a daily basis. This should include attendance at meetings and meals, and monitoring the progress of each scout. To monitor and evaluate unit and individual progress in camp and to provide counseling, guidance, and encouragement. To review the daily schedule of activities with fellow leaders before departure for camp. This process should include review by experienced leaders who may not be attending this year, but may have camped at Nooteeming before. There are many Scouters in your district willing to help you. Contact your district s camping chairman or our Camp Director. To be sure that all adult leaders complete and turn in the evaluations. These forms are the primary means of evaluating the programs and staff at camp and are used each week by the Camp Director and Program Director to see how we re doing. In addition, they are studied in great detail by members of the camping committee to recommend improvements for the next year. 18

19 Camp Staff We believe that the Hudson Valley Council has the finest camp staff in the nation. Camp Nooteeming is administered by a nationally certified Ranger with a key staff that is certified and accredited by the B.S.A. National Camping School in its respective areas of expertise and responsibility. We also have certified American Red Cross and National Rifle Association staff members. The staff is carefully selected to serve your Scouts. We adhere to a strict open door policy. Anytime you wish to discuss Camp Nooteeming, we are willing to listen! As always, the Camp Nooteeming Staff is comprised of Scouts and Scouters dedicated to making Camp Nooteeming the best camping experience ever. The Hudson Valley Council, BSA, is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, physical or mental disability. Commissioners are the best source for information and assistance while at camp. Their most important responsibility is to ensure that your week in camp is the best possible experience. Your Commissioner will help you carry out your troop and patrol programs. Your Commissioner is always ready to help with the little details such as Campsite equipment, merit badge cards, and any problems that may arise during your stay. Look to your Commissioner for advice, assistance, ideas, solutions and friendship. Staff Assistance It is a great help to our staff if the troop leadership helps us, especially in the area of aquatics supervision and sportsmanship. If your troop is sending a large group to an aquatics area, please send some adults to help supervise. When your troop participates in team competitions please help teach good sportsmanship and fair play. If you feel you have any other talents in a particular area that might be of use, feel free to speak to the Program Director at the beginning of the week. 19

20 The Law of the Camp is The Scout Law THE CAMP DIRECTOR MAY, FOR VIOLATION OF CAMP POLICIES, DISMISS ANY AND ALL INDIVIDUALS FROM CAMP. General Discipline: Horseplay causes accidents and injury. Do not allow it. No one is ever to be thrown into water, nor is any water or anything else to be thrown on or at someone else. No water or messy substances are to be used in skits without prior permission of the Program Director and all those involved. Jokes, stories, and skits with double meanings are not appropriate. Toilet paper is not to be used for anything other than that which it was intended. Damage to Camp Property: If something is damaged, please report it to the Camp Director, Commissioner, or the Ranger. Your campsite will be inspected before arrival and departure. Your Troop is responsible for any damage done to your site during your stay. Please explain to your Troop how to take care of tents and other equipment. Also explain how easy it is to damage gear, especially canvas. Never use sharp poles to support tarps. Never have any flames inside tents or buildings. Never spray insect repellant near canvas. Never damage standing trees (especially by peeling birch bark) Never cut down trees without permission from the Camp Director, or Ranger. Always report damage to the Camp Director or Ranger. 20

21 Off-Limits Areas: Several areas in camp have been determined as off-limits to campers. These areas will be described in detail during your camp tour. Visiting: Campsites are homes. Do not enter someone else s campsite without their permission. Raids are not an approved activity. Those involved will be responsible for any damage to camp and personal property. They may be sent home. Radios and Electronic Equipment: These items can be used in the site under Troop policy. Remember that headphones make it difficult to hear your instructions and camp emergency signals. Certainly, no noise should disturb another campsite or hikers passing by. FRS and other 2-way radios are restricted to adult use only. This is to avoid interference with camp emergency communications. Preserving Nature: We have come to the camp to be in the woods, to enjoy the outdoors, to see the beautiful surroundings and to listen to the wind in the trees and the rain on tent roofs. While it is OK to line trails with loose rocks, it is not OK to dig them up. Rocks, trees and other natural things must not be painted. Bark should never be removed from a standing tree, nor should a standing tree be cut down. Ground cover is necessary to preserve the land. Leaves should be removed from areas near fire lays, but should not be raked to look neat. Leaves do not count during inspections. Leave things alone as much as possible so that the next person can enjoy Nooteeming. Please live by this rule while in the outdoors: Take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but footprints. Always leave your campsite better than when you found it. 21

22 General Information Camp Staff: Camp Nooteeming takes pride in the quality of our camp staff. Many of our camp staff members are graduates of BSA National Camping School as well as some of our staff have teaching degrees and certifications. Camp Staff members are required to complete training according to BSA standards. The staff is dedicated to the success of our programs. Because we are highly trained and skilled, we stand ready to serve our campers and to help them have the best possible experience in camp. If you have any suggestions that will improve your camp experience, please inform us so that we can try them. If you have problems, please bring them to the attention of your Camp Commissioner. Feel free to talk to the Camp Director and the Program Director as well. If you know of anyone who would like to join the Nooteeming Camp Staff, please encourage them to apply at the council office. Camp Office: The camp office is located in the Welcome Center at the end of the Dinning Hall. The office is the communications hub within camp and to the outside world. You should visit the office occasionally to pick up any mail or messages for your unit. A staff member will be on duty throughout the day from after breakfast until Taps. The office is a place where official business takes place. Please do not hang out in the office. The furniture in the Scoutmaster s lounge is more comfortable, and the coffee is better. The Office Clerk also serves as our camp Quartermaster. The Quartermaster s area is adjacent to the Camp Office in the Memorial Cabin. From this location, the Quartermaster issues tools, sports equipment, cleaning supplies, and any other camp equipment that you wish to sign out. The Quartermaster also maintains the Lost and Found area. Telephone: The camp telephone number is Outgoing calls on the camp telephone line are limited to camp business and emergencies only. If someone staying in camp receives a call on the camp telephone, a message will be delivered to that person at the next meal. Emergency messages will be communicated immediately. The camp also has a fax line available for sending and receiving information. This is a fax line only, so please do not try to call this number for other purposes. The camp fax line is Campsites: If you haven t been to Nooteeming before, you might like to visit the camp before your unit arrives to look at our campsites and to become familiar with the terrain. The campsites are spread out over rough terrain and they vary in distance from the central area of camp. Some are quite far away. All campsites have two-person canvas wall tents mounted on wooden platforms. Campsites are equipped with steel frame spring cots. Mattresses are not provided, so all should be prepared with a sheet of plastic and a pad to cover the springs. 22

23 All of the campsites have a leader s cabin or lean-to that accommodates four adults. The campsites at Nooteeming are quite primitive. There is no electricity in the sites. At night it is dark everywhere outside the main area of camp. Flashlights and lanterns are necessary. There are latrines near each site with cold running water. Materials will be supplied to keep the campsite and latrine area clean. Fire pits can be used for cooking and evening campfires. The Dining Hall: Meals in camp are prepared and served three times a day in the Dining Hall. Menus are pre-planned by a registered dietician and posted by the kitchen staff. There is a self-serve salad bar and a selection of breakfast cereals. Parents of boys who have allergies to some foods should alert the staff (before arriving in camp) of foods that he needs to avoid. The Dining Hall is a place where all can enjoy a meal and have a little fun. Noise in the Dining Hall is difficult to control. Unit leaders should sit at their unit s tables so that all tables have adult supervision. Please control the boys at your table. Do not permit them to play with food or misbehave. Insist on having all boys use Scout-like manners while in the Dining Hall. Hats are not to be worn inside. The Dining Hall Steward will maintain order by directing waiters in setup, serving, and cleanup. Please cooperate with the Steward. Songs and cheers will be arranged by the camp staff, those who wish to lead songs should make arrangements with the Program Director. Coffee and hot water will be available in the Dining Hall throughout the day. Tea bags, decaf, hot cocoa, sugar and cream are also provided. Stop in when you have a free moment. The coffee is not intended to be used by the boys. Mail: Mail will be picked up and sent out from the Salt Point post office daily. Mail should be sent early in the week to allow time for delivery. Incoming mail should be addressed to: Name of Scout Troop # and campsite Nooteeming 69 Camp Nooteeming Rd. Salt Point, NY Personal Items: Your scouts should have a list of all material and equipment they bring to camp and have them check off items as they prepare to leave camp for home. Mark items with name and Troop number. Parents will be happy when their sons return home with all their original equipment. Make sure that your boys do not bring along too much money or valuable items, and that all money be locked up for safe keeping. We do not accept any responsibility for valuables lost or stolen. 23

24 Trading Post: The council operates a well-stocked Trading Post in camp. The Trading Post will be open during and between program activity periods. It will be closed during meals and some camp-wide activities. The Trading Post features a wide variety of snacks, candy, juices and other drinks, bath supplies, craft kits, outdoor equipment, BSA merchandise and custommade Camp Nooteeming memorabilia. A soda vending machine is also available. If you need something special, ask the Business Manager so that it can be picked up by someone going into civilization. Sign in/sign out: We must keep an accurate record of who is in camp at all times. Anyone (including adults) who leaves the camp must sign out in the office. Scouts are only allowed to leave camp under parent/guardian supervision unless they are seeking outside medical attention under the authority of the Camp Health Officer or are participating in an official camp High Adventure activity under the supervision of Camp Staff. You must know with whom your scouts are leaving camp. Be aware of divorce, separation and custody problems. If there is a question, we will contact the person listed as the emergency contact on the medical forms. Unit Leaders must ensure adequate adult coverage before allowing adults to leave camp, even for short trips. When entering or returning to the camp, all scouts, adults and visitors must check-in at the Camp Office. Please report any changes to be made in your unit rosters as necessary so they accurately reflect who is in camp. Uniforms: Full Class A Uniforms should be worn to evening retreat, dinner, Vespers and campfires. Troops may also consider wearing a Troop shirt with scout shorts. It would be wise to bring a bucket and some detergent to keep uniforms clean throughout the week. Some rope and clothespins would help too. Some scouts may not have a uniform, through no fault of their own, and we must note that a uniform is not a prerequisite for attendance at camp. Shoes or some type of adequate foot gear must be worn at all times as a matter of safety. Camp Pictures: Pictures will be taken on Friday throughout the course of the day, including both before and after the 4:00 PM Leader s Meeting if there is time. The cost for each picture will be $12. 24

25 Camp Visitor Policies Homesickness: A 1988 edition of the American Camping Association magazine reported that: Homesickness is a very real and natural emotion that can occur when anyone leaves familiar surroundings. Adults may be surprised to learn that their joy in returning home after a trip away is a form of homesickness. How natural then, for a child to experience similar anxieties! Especially first-time campers. Being away from home may be a totally new experience. No Mom or Dad to turn to, no refrigerator handy for midnight raids, and no family pet to hug and romp with. Allen Sherman may have poked fun of the classic camp letters years ago in his song Hello Muddah, Hello Faddah, yet the importance of correspondence between home and camp cannot be overemphasized. Many directors encourage their campers to write home to their parents, brothers, and sisters. Some thoughtful parents have made a practice of sending advance postcards to their children at camp so there will be a personalized touch of home when they arrive. We urge parents not to mention in their letter how much they miss their children, or that the dog and cat miss them. Instead, parents should assure their children that they know that they re having a good time, and express enthusiasm for the camp s activities. Visitors: All visitors must sign in at the Camp Office immediately upon arrival. Those desiring meals at the Camp Dining Hall can be accommodated if the camp is notified 24 hours in advance. Only a limited number of visitors can be accommodated for meals. Large groups must make arrangements at least one week in advance. The cost for guest meals are: Breakfast: $8.00 Lunch: $10.00 Dinner: $

26 Camp Program Highlights Daily Programs: Passport to Adventure Friday - Siesta Activity (Staff vs. Leaders)- William Tell meets Robin Hood Archery Evening Activity Religious Services- The camp will hold a Scouts Own Service in the Chapel, If anyone in your Unit would like to assist, please see our Program Director. Opening Campfire Saturday- Siesta Activity (Staff vs. Leaders)- Armada Attack (4 Man Canoe Race) Evening Activity Open program Areas Ice Cream Social Sunday - Siesta Activity (Staff vs. Leaders)- (Horseshoe Challenge) Evening Activity Closing Bar-B-Que Closing Bar-B-Que Parents' Passport to Feast. Parents and friends are welcome on Sunday from 4:00 PM through our Bar-B-Que Dinner will be served at 5:30 pm. Arrangements must be made with the Unit Leader, and then at the Trading Post, for dinner reservations PRIOR to Friday of your week at camp. Parents should be made aware of the limited latrine and parking facilities. All cars must be parked in the parking lot. Please follow the instructions of the staff parking attendants. The cost for the Parents' Night Passport to Feast Dinner is $12.00 per adult, $10.00 per child and children under 5 are free. Any tickets purchased after Friday of your week in camp are subject to a $2.00 late fee per ticket. 26

27 Choosing Sumer Camp Options Merit Badges offered Available Merit Badges Athletics Archery Astronomy Bacgkpackin Basketry Bird Study Camping Canoeing Cooking Emergency Preparedness Fire Safety First Aid Fishing Fly Fishing Forestry Geology Indian Lore Insect Study Leatherwork Lifesaving Mammal Study Metalwork Nature Orienteering Personal Fitness Pioneering Plant Science Reptile and Amphibian Study Rifle Shooting Rowing Sports Swimming Weather Wilderness Survival Wood Carving Woodwork Merit Badge Pre-Requisites Here at Camp Tri Mount, we do our best to offer every opportunity that we can, for Scouts to complete their advancements during their stay at camp, however, due to time commitments of certain requirements, this is not always possible. Below is the complete list of Pre-Requisites for all the badges offered. These requirements must be completed prior to the Scouts' arrival at camp in order to provide the opportunity to complete the badge during the week! Scouts are still welcome to take badges with pre-requisites without completing them prior to the beginning of their week but, in most cases, the badge will not be able to be completed in Camp. Field Sports Merit Badge Pre-Requisite Athletics Requirements 3, 5, and 6b Personal Fitness Requirements 1,7 and 8 Sports Requirements 4 and 5 27

28 Handicraft Merit Badge Nature Pre-Requisite Basketry None; Additional Cost: $18.00 Indian Lore None; Additional Cost: $6.00 Leatherwork None; Additional Cost: $7.00 Wood Carving None; Additional Cost: $3.00 Wood Working None; Additional Cost: $10.00-$15.00 Merit Badge Astronomy Bird Study Fishing Pre-Requisite None Requirement 8a None Forestry Requirement 5 Geology None Insect Study Requirement 7 Mammal Study None Nature Plant Science None None Reptile and Amphibian Study Requirement 8 Weather None Merit Badge Pre-Requisite Camping Requirements 4b, 9a and 9b Cooking None First Aid Requirement 2d Orienteering Requirement 7 and 9 Pioneering None Wilderness Survival None Shooting Sports and Archery Merit Badge Archery Rifle Shooting Pre-Requisite None; No Age Limit None; Age Limit: 12 and up 28

29 Waterfront Merit Badge Canoeing Lifesaving Swimming BSA Lifeguard Pre-Requisite CPR*; Completion of the BSA Swimmer Test CPR*; Swimmer CPR*; Swimmer CPR for the Professional Rescuer*; Lifesaving; Age Limit: 15 and up * Please note that all merit badges offered at the Waterfront require CPR to be completed and Scouts should complete CPR training prior to camp. For all merit badges, Scouts must supply a note from a qualified instructor stating that they have properly performed CPR for three minutes on a mannequin. Additional details can be found in any corresponding merit badge book. It is a possibility that this requirement may be able to be completed in camp, but since this is not a certainty for any given week relying on this is discouraged. In addition, BSA Lifeguard REQUIRES all participants to complete the CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification National Youth Leadership Training August 5-11th Are you currently in a leadership position? Will you be moving into a leadership position in the fall? Attend the National Youth Leadership Training Week at Camp Nooteeming! Work with other scouts to become the best trained youth leader you can be! 29

30 Program Areas Synopsis Handicraft -Our Handicraft Lodge is a place where scouts can express their creativity through a variety of craft activities. Some supplies are available, and a fine selection of craft supplies and kits are for sale in the Trading Post. Nature Lodge -The Nature Lodge is designed to offer scouts a wide range of activities which will develop there understanding of their natural surroundings. Scoutcraft- offers a variety of outdoor activities for boys to strengthen their outdoor scouting skills. Sports are important for many reasons: Exercise and fitness, sense of fair play, learning to accept defeat as well as victory, and just plain fun. Shooting Sports -Shooting Sports area is designed to offer the opportunity for scouts to be challenged physically and mentally as well as have fun. Our shooting sports facilities are well equipped and are considered to be among the best ranges in the Northeast Region. Aquatics -Camp Nooteeming maintains a fully staffed waterfront for instructional and recreational aquatic activities. The Aquatics Director is National Camping School certified and all lifeguards are certified by either Red Cross or the BSA. In order to participate in aquatic activities, scouts must complete a swim test, which defines their ability. First Year Scouters advancement essentials. Where they will learn the basic scouting skill Archery area is designed to offer the opportunity for scouts to be challenged physically and mentally as well as have fun. STEM - (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math)- Opens their minds to the future. GA-GA Pit 30

31 Health and Safety The policies of the Boy Scouts of America as stated in the Guide to Safe Scouting, Camp Accreditation Standards and other official publications of the BSA apply to all camp activities. In addition, Council, local, and state standards apply as well. Health Lodge: The Health Lodge is prepared to handle camp illness and most accidents. Any camper who leaves camp for medical reasons, MUST FIRST CHECK OUT AT THE HEALTH LODGE. Emergencies will be handled at all hours, day and night, at the Health Lodge. Should hospitalization be necessary, we have arrangements with local ambulance service and local hospitals. All medications are to be turned into the Health Officer at medical Re-Check. The Health Officer is always on call, as are several staff members who are certified in first aid and CPR. He/She also helps to ensure the health and safety off our scouts. Medical Re-Check: After your campsite has been inspected, Once the Pack is ready, the site guide will take you on the tour of camp. This tour MUST be completed by ALL members of the Pack. At one point during the tour, your staff guide will escort you to the First Aid Station for the medical recheck. All Scouts and Scouters will receive a medical review. All prescription medications must be kept at the Health Lodge. Any medication brought to camp must be noted on the individual's medical form and turned into the camp Health Officer upon arrival. If you or a parent have to explain any of the medication to our Health Officer please let us know and we can make arrangements. Pack and personal gear should be moved into tents after the tour. Medical Forms: All camp participants must have the official BSA Annual Health and Medical Record. Please turn in copies of your medical forms. We will NOT be returning medical forms. Everyone staying overnight must submit a completed medical form. Swim tests will not be administered until a medical re-check, based on a properly completed medical form, is completed. No physical examinations can be done at camp. This must be done before arrival at camp; otherwise the Scout or Scouter must return home. Health Surveillance: The camp leader must monitor the health of each scout while at camp. Please do not let a small problem get out of hand due to lack of attention. Be on the lookout for skin irritations, poison ivy, ticks, dehydration, etc. at all times. Be alert that some scouts change their toilet habits at camp. Watch for changes in a scout's physical appearance and activity level. Ask questions if changes occur. It is the responsibility of the camp leader and the scout to report to the Health Lodge for required medications. 31

32 Buddy System: The use of the Buddy System is strongly recommended for all activities. This is for the health and welfare of all scouts, in case an emergency should arise. Wearing Shoes: All Scouts and leaders are required to wear the appropriate foot gear for the activity they are participating in. No open toed shoes are allowed. Firearms and Archery Equipment: Personal firearms or ammunition is NOT allowed in camp. No handguns are permitted. Personal archery equipment must be turned in at check-in so they can be stored safely by the Range Officer while you are in camp. They must not be brought to your campsites. Drugs and Alcohol: Alcohol and illegal substances of any kind must not be brought to camp. The use or possession of these substances on or off camp is not permitted. Non-alcoholic beer may encourage underage or irresponsible use of alcoholic beverages. Please do not bring or allow use of non-alcoholic beer. If there is a problem, those involved will be dismissed from camp and the authorities will be contacted. If unit leaders are involved, the chartered partner will be contacted and asked to send suitable replacements. If no replacements are found, the unit must go home. Smoking: The Hudson Valley Council s Executive Board has established a policy regarding smoking at our council s facilities. Smoking does not set a good example for youth and should be done discretely and away from others. Smoking will not be permitted inside any building or tent and should only be done outside, well away from any buildings, doorways, or porches and with great care because of fire danger. Smoking will also not be permitted in central camp areas including the pavilion and the program areas. Butts should be placed in the trash after being extinguished in water. Butts thrown on the ground are both a fire hazard and an eyesore. Smoking is only permitted for adults over the age of 18. Additional Restricted Items: Anyone caught with a restricted item will have the item confiscated and may be dismissed from camp. Fireworks they are dangerous and illegal to handle without a permit. Sheath Knives - are not permitted in camp due to the danger posed. Trash: Refuse left in the campsites attracts animals at night that will scatter it all over. Do not leave any trash in your site overnight. Plan to take trash with you when you head toward the Dining Hall. It can be disposed of by bringing it to the dumpster at the maintenance area. All trash should be out of sites by 10:00 PM. 32

33 Vehicles: All non-camp vehicles must be left in the large parking lot near the entrance of camp. The conditions of the roads in camp make it unwise to allow vehicles on them. People in camp do not expect vehicles in camp, and will pop out of trails and the woods suddenly. We do not want them to be struck by vehicles. We are not prepared to remove vehicles from ditches or off of rocks. Loaded cars often bottom-out on rocks at camp. Please Pack your supplies so they can be backpacked to your site. With prior arrangement with the Camp Director, heavy gear may be trucked to the site for you. We will not be bringing everyone s gear to the sites. Sleep: Particular emphasis is placed upon providing every scout with at least eight hours of sleep every night. This is necessary if he is to enjoy an active program and get the most from his stay in camp. It is the responsibility of the Scoutmaster and other Troop leaders to see that his camp site is a courteous one. Rowdiness, and loud talking after taps and before reveille will not be tolerated. 33

34 Use of Liquid Fuels at Nooteeming Scout Reservation Definitions Chemical fuels Liquid, gaseous, or gelled fuels. Approved chemical-fueled equipment Commercially manufactured equipment, including stoves, grills, burners, heaters, and lanterns that are designed to be used with chemical fuels. Prohibited chemical-fueled equipment Equipment that is handcrafted, homemade, modified, or installed beyond the manufacturer s stated design limitations or use. Examples include alcohol-burning can stoves, smudge pots, improperly installed heaters, and propane burners with their regulators removed. Recommended chemical fuels White gas (Coleman fuel); kerosene; liquefied petroleum gas fuels, including propane, butane, and isobutane; vegetable oil fuels; biodiesel fuel; and commercially prepared gelled-alcohol fuel in original containers. Chemical fuels not recommended Unleaded gasoline; liquid alcohol fuels, including isopropyl alcohol, denatured ethyl alcohol, and ethanol; and other flammable chemicals that are not in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions for chemical-fueled equipment. Storing, Handling, and Using Chemical Fuels and Equipment - An adult knowledgeable about chemical fuels and equipment should always supervise youths involved in the storage, handling, and use of chemical fuels and equipment. Operate and maintain chemical-fueled equipment according to the manufacturer s instructions and in facilities or areas only where and when permitted. Using liquid fuels for starting any type of fire including lighting damp wood, charcoal, and ceremonial campfires or displays is prohibited. No flames in tents. This includes burning any solid, liquid, gel, or gas fuel including tents or teepees that feature or support stoves or fires; and any chemical-fueled equipment or catalytic heaters. Store chemical fuels in their original containers or in containers designed for immediate use. Securely store any spare fuel away from sources of ignition, buildings, and tents. During transport and storage, properly secure chemical fuel containers in an upright, vertical position. 34

35 Camp Emergency Procedures Accidents and Injury: All injuries should be reported to the Health Lodge. It is always a good idea to have any injury, no matter how small, checked out by the Health Officer. Should hospitalization be necessary, we have agreements with local ambulance service and local hospitals. Any camper who leaves camp for medical reasons, MUST FIRST CHECK OUT AT THE HEALTH LODGE. Major Accidents and Emergencies: The Camp Director is to be notified immediately, or in his/ her absence, the Program Director. Present all facts known. Do not make statements to an outsider, and refer all inquiries from the press to the Camp Director and/or Council Scout Executive Lost Camper: Troop Leaders should be aware of approximate locations of all scouts at all times. Periodic head counts are advised. If a Scout is found missing following a search of the campsite, inform the Camp Office. If necessary, the entire camp will assemble to begin a systematic search. Fire: Report it to the Camp Office or notify a staff member. Keep campers away from the fire area. DO NOT FIGHT THE FIRE YOURSELF! Severe Storms: In the event of impending hurricane, tornado, or severe wind storm, everyone will be notified. Further instructions will be provided. Activities During High Temperatures: Adult Leaders should keep a close watch on scouts for signs of heat exhaustion. Instruct scouts to limit or modify physical activity. Strenuous activities should not be permitted. Encourage scouts to stay in well ventilated and shady areas. Encourage scouts to drink large quantities of water. Be alert for other instructions from the Camp Director. Lightning and Camp Activities: During a Lightning Storm all activities that take place outside will be suspended. This is especially true of aquatic and climbing activities. If in either of these two areas, comply with the following: If you are at the lake, return to shore and, if in a craft, help secure canoes, boats, or other 35

36 aquatic crafts. If you are at the Climbing Tower, if directed by COPE Director, remove the metallic climbing equipment from your person. Regardless of where you are in camp, do the following: Seek shelter indoors or in a low area away from solitary trees, rock formations, high ridges, wire fences, telephone or electric lines, or open fields. The Camp Staff with you will complete a head count; if there are no Staff with you, stay where you are, do not go looking for a Staff member to check in. Stay in place until lightning or thunder has completely passed. Lightning Safety As written in the Guide for Safe Scouting: The summits of mountains, crests of ridges, slopes above timberline, and large meadows are extremely hazardous places to be during lightning storms. If you are caught in such an exposed place, quickly descend to a lower elevation, away from the direction of the approaching storm, and squat down, keeping your head low. A dense forest located in a depression provides the best protection. Avoid taking shelter under isolated trees or trees much taller than adjacent trees. Stay away from water, metal objects, and other substances that will conduct electricity long distances. By squatting with your feet close together, you have minimal contact with the ground, thus reducing danger from ground currents. If the threat of lightning strikes is great, your group should not huddle together, but spread out at least 15 feet apart. If one member of your group is jolted, the rest of you can tend to him. Whenever lightning is nearby, take off backpack with either external or internal metal frames. In tents, stay at least a few inches from metal tent poles. Lightning Safety Rules: Stay away from open doors and windows, fireplaces, radiators, stoves, metal pipes, sinks, and plug-in electrical appliances. Don t use hair dryers, electric toothbrushes, or electric razors. Don t use the telephone; lightning may strike telephone wires outside. Don t take laundry off the clothesline. Don t work on fences, telephone lines, power lines, pipelines, or structural steel fabrications. Don t handle flammable materials in open containers. Don t use metal objects, such as fishing rods and golf clubs. Golfers wearing cleated shoes are particularly good lightning rods. Stop tractor work, especially when the tractor is pulling metal equipment, and dismount. Tractors and other implements in metallic contact with the ground are often struck by lightning. 36

37 Get out of the water and off small boats. Stay in the car if you are traveling. Automobiles offer excellent lightning protection. When no shelter is available, avoid the highest object in the area. If only isolated trees are nearby, the best protection is to crouch in the open, keeping twice as far away from isolated trees as the trees are high. Avoid hilltops, open spaces, wire fences, metal clothesline, exposed sheds, and any electrically conducted elevated objects. Lost Swimmer/Capsized Boat: A Buddy Check will be called. A count will be taken to see that the buddy tags on the buddy board agree with the actual number of swimmers/boaters in their respective areas. If a tag is on the board, and the swimmer/boater is not at the lake, a runner will be sent to his Troop site. If not found, the Lost Camper procedure will begin. Child Abuse: Scout leaders should keep a close watch on Scouts for signs of abuse. If any form of child abuse is suspected, you should follow your training in youth protection required for everyone in scouting. Also contact the Camp Director IMMEDIATELY. Animals: Some of the animals you can expect to see in camp include bears, deer, raccoons, skunks, porcupines, and mice. You may also see some squirrels during the day. Please tell your Troop that these animals are wild, can bite, and should not be fed, handled, or harassed. In recent years, bears have visited the camp. They usually limit their activity to the maintenance area. If left alone, they are harmless. You should encourage your boys to stay away from the bears, only observing them from a distance. Please do not throw anything at, or otherwise provoke, the bears. To reduce your exposure to unwanted guests, we have prohibited storing food in campsites, lean-tos, tents and backpacks. Rabies: We have not had a problem with rabies in camp. However, please explain to your Troop how rabid animals behave. Upon arrival at camp, a fact sheet on Rabies will be distributed to all unit leaders. The topic of rabies will be discussed at the first unit leader s meeting and as part of camper orientation. If camp leader changes are made during the week, please be sure that all newcomers understand the information. To reduce your exposure to unwanted guests, we have prohibited storing food in campsites, lean-tos, tents and backpacks. Animals are attracted to odors. Toothpaste, scented toilet paper and tissues, soaps, deodorants, and any other scented items should be ziplock bagged and stored in a locker or suspended from a tall limb. Report animals acting in a suspicious manner to a camp staff member or directly to the Camp Director, Program Director, Ranger, or Health Officer. Do not go near suspicious animals or throw things at them. Try to keep track of 37

38 the animal until a staff member arrives. Camp animals are quite used to people. They naturally move slowly, and are often seen walking around during the day. Every tent-entering, slow moving, approaching animal is not rabid. If anyone is scratched or bitten by a wild animal, or gets saliva from an animal into an open wound or mucous membrane, they must see the Health Officer immediately. The animal must be captured without damaging the head, and preserved by refrigeration as soon as possible. The Health Department must be contacted immediately to report the bite or scratch. Disinfect any surface contaminated with tissues or fluids of an animal with a 5% solution of bleach in water. Ticks/Lyme Disease: There are more than 800 kinds of ticks. They are found in every part of the United States. They live on the blood of animals and humans. Some can make you sick. Ticks prefer woods, bushy areas, and grassy spaces. Ticks don t hop or fly, they crawl. When ticks bite, their curved teeth cling to the skin and they can hang on for days sucking blood. When their bodies have swollen to ten times their size, they drop off. The bite of a tick can transmit disease. The most common disease they transmit in the United States is Lyme Disease. Ticks are most active through the spring and summer. Here are some tips for avoiding and dealing with tick bites: Avoid wooded, bushy, and grassy areas. If you go into tick-infested areas, wear light colored clothing, so it is easier to see ticks if they are on you. Wear long-sleeved shirts and pants that are tucked into your boots. Use an insect repellent containing pyrethrum or at least 25% deet. Follow manufacturer s instructions for applying it. Regularly check your clothes for ticks before you go to bed and again after you remove them. Check yourself while showering. If you have been bitten by a tick, do not try to remove it yourself. Go to the Health Lodge to have it removed by the camp s Health Officer. Do not panic. Not all ticks carry disease and most diseases carried by ticks can be treated medically. Other: Treat any other emergency not specifically covered in this guide with common sense, and take appropriate action, using guidelines listed above. For any contingency not covered and in question, contact the Camp Director only. 38

39 Appendix This section contains checklists, samples of forms, information sheets, and other items that will be useful to the unit leader. All of these may be photocopied as needed. The Scout Activity Selection Form is an example of a form, which should be copied and passed out to each Scout going to Summer Camp. Daily Schedule Camp Duty Assignments Troop Equipment Checklist Personal Equipment Checklist # Campsite Visitation Report Honor Patrol Award Troop Award Troop Photograph Order Form Individual Standing Orders Standing Orders Letter Adult Camp Troop Pre Camp Sign-Up Form # Please distribute to everyone going to Please bring with you to the PreCamp Meeting 39

40 Nooteeming Scout Reservation Daily Schedule 6:45 Polar Bear Swim 7:00 Reveille 7:45 Waiters Report to Dining Hall 7:50 Flag Raising 8:00 8:30 Breakfast 9:00 10:00 Program Session #1 10:10 11:10 Program Session #2 11:20 11:50 Program Session #3 12:00 12:30 Program Session #4 12:45 1:15 Lunch 1:15 2:00 Siesta/Troop Activity Time 2:00 3:00 Program Session #5 3:10 3:40 Program Session #6 3:50 4:20 Program Session #7 4:30 5:30 Program Session #8 5:40 Waiters Report to Dining Hall 5:45 Retreat 6:00 7:00 Dinner 7:30 9:00 Evening Activities 10:00 Taps 40

41 Nooteeming Campsite Duty Assignments Campers Showers Clean Up Schedule: AM PM Friday Seneca Onondaga Saturday Mohawk Delaware Sunday Tuscarora Flag Ceremonies: AM PM Thursday Staff Friday Cayuga Penobscot Saturday Lenape Mohican Sunday Oneida - 41

42 Troop Equipment List Unit advancement records Unit first aid kit Thumbtacks for bulletin board Laundry soap Campfire ideas and materials Campsite Improvement Materials Unit flags Unit sewing repair kit Patrol flags Additional tarps) if desired Propane lanterns / stove Extra lantern mantles Any materials needed for evening activities Water containers (plastic) Alarm clock Hangers Additional unit equipment: Equipment provided by Nooteeming Storage box Toilet paper Garbage bags Wash basin Broom Shovel Garden hose w/ sprayer Disinfectant for the latrine Toilet brush Fire bucket American Flag Garden rake Patrol dinning fly Hand soap dispenser (The camp can supply additional equipment if needed) 42

43 Personal Equipment Checklist What you bring to camp is what will keep you comfortable. You need enough changes of clothing to keep you clean. We ll have changes in weather; hot, cold, and sometimes even rainy! Be Prepared! Here is a list of personal equipment you should bring. Check it carefully; change it as you see fit. Water bottle or Canteen Sneakers Water shoes Insect repellent (non-aerosol) Scout knife (NO sheath knives) Personal First Aid kit Poncho or Raincoat Comfortable hiking boots Camera Wrist watch Compass, GPS Medical Form (with Parent & Doctor s signatures) Spending money (suggested $20 - $30) Materials for theme (costume) Complete Summer Uniform (2) Warm Jacket Socks Underwear T-shirts Swim trunks (2) and Towel Extra shirts Tough long pants Shorts Backpack Ground cloth Sleeping Bag or 3 Blankets Pajamas Flashlight (with extra batteries) Complete Mess Kit Pillow (if desired) Bible or Prayer book Camera Mud Valley Clothing (Webelos Only) Foam pad & cardboard to cover cot springs to protect sleeping bag Complete Toilet Kit: Soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrush, tooth paste, comb or brush, towels, Washcloth, Mirror PLEASE LEAVE AT HOME: Radios, video games, comic books, expensive jewelry, etc. Articles such as these tend to detract from the Scouting atmosphere that should prevail at camp. 43

44 CAMP SITE VISITATION REPORT Camp Site: Unit(s): Week: C/W Each Day the Camp Site will be visited. The objective is to make sure the Camp Site is both CLEAN and SAFE and to note any problems. Points are given based on the higher being better. Results will be posted in the Camp Site at the time of the visitation. Max Points Criteria Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri 5 Campsite Entrance shows Troop/Patrol, Troop/Patrol or Unit pride. All Units are clearly identified. 5 The American Flag is properly flown (weather permitting) 5 5 Program Information, Schedules, Menus, Troop/Patrol Rosters, Duty Rosters, other pertinent information is posted in plain view Clotheslines are AT LEAST 6 FEET above ground. No other Hazards (i.e.: improperly stored tools, etc) present. 10 No litter in Camp Site or around tents (including trails within 100 feet of Camp Site). 10 Fireguard Chart is completed and posted on bulletin board. Fireguard plan is actively used in site. 10 Morning Duty has been done in a satisfactory manner Washstand / Latrine clean and disinfected. Toilet paper stocked at all times. Toilet seat covers down to reduce odors. Hand washing soap present at washstand. Daily Camp Site improvement has been done. Permanent improvements score higher. Living quarters are neat and clean. Gear is properly stowed. Tents and sleeping bags are open to air out (weather permitting). Nothing is hanging from tent outriggers, ties or directly on canvas. No cable ties used on flaps. Tents are uniform and rolled properly. Site campfire area are neat, Firewood is neatly stacked and covered at least 10 feet from fire pit. Leave No Trace principles observed/practiced site-wide 5 Adult Supervision is present if youth are in site. 100 Total Daily Score

45 Camp Nooteeming 2013 Honor Patrol Award Any Patrol in camp, having at least four members which meets the requirements below, will be awarded the Camp Nooteeming Patrol Award at the Friday recognition All patrol members are to give their Patrol cheer with spirit, pride, and enthusiasm to their Program Commissioner, and in camp whenever appropriate. The members of the Patrol must keep their living area, on the Troop site, clean and neat at all times. The Patrol must participate in all evening programs. The Patrol should bring their Patrol Flag to all Camp-wide events, including daily retreat. The Patrol must help fulfill their Troop s Morning Duties. The Patrol must sing with pride, an appropriate Camp Song to either the Camp Director, Camp Ranger, Program Director, or their Program Commissioner. This application for the Camp Nooteeming Patrol Award must be reviewed by all Troop Leaders, and, if all requirements have been completed, signed by the Troop Leader and Program Commissioner, and turned into the Camp Office by 4:00 pm on Friday afternoon. Please check off your requirements as they are completed and have a Unit Leader, and your Program Commissioner sign this form to validate your application for the Camp Nooteeming Troop Award. Commissioner Unit Leader

46 Camp Nooteeming 2018 Troop Award A Troop which qualifies for the Camp Nooteeming Troop Award distinguishes itself as an excellent camping unit and is recognized as such at the Friday campfire. To be eligible, a Troop must do the following: Each Patrol must earn the Camp Nooteeming Patrol Award. The Troop must have a well developed program at camp, which leaves room for individual Patrol programs, planned in advance of camp. This program should be posted on the Troop's bulletin board in the campsite during the week. Complete one conservation project for the betterment of Camp Nooteeming as approved by your Commissioner. The Troop must bring the Troop Flag with them to Evening Retreat. The Troop must earn at least three clean camp awards as a result of daily campsite inspection. The Troop must be on time to all camp ceremonies, assemblies, and meals as a courtesy to other Troops. The Troop members must attend or hold religious services while at camp. The Troop Leaders must insure that the unit is well disciplined, quiet before reveille and after taps, and attempts to live up to the high ideals of the Boy Scout Law. This application for the Camp Nooteeming Troop Award must be reviewed by all Troop Leaders, and, if all requirements have been completed, signed by the Troop Leader and Program Commissioner, and turned into the Camp Office by 4:00 pm on Friday afternoon. Please check off your requirements as they are completed and have a Unit Leader and your Program Commissioner sign this form to validate your application for the Camp Nooteeming Troop Award. Commissioner Unit Leader

47 Nooteeming Scout Reservation Troop Photographs Each Troop attending camp will have the opportunity to have its picture taken. Troop photos will be taken for those units that desire them on Sunday evening following dinner while everyone is still in their full Scout uniform. The cost for these 8.5 x 10 color prints is $12.00 each. Orders with payment in full must be made by check-in on the Sunday of your camp week or before. No orders will be accepted without payment. The Troop photos will be available for pickup on the Friday of your camp week. Please share this information with your Scouts and their parents in advance so that the can take advantage of this opportunity to have a remembrance of this great summer experience Nooteeming Troop Photo Registration Form Name Send to: Hudson Valley Council 69 Camp Nooteeming Rd Salt Point, NY Troop Position Date: Check#: Cost Center: Week at Camp: Campsite: Phone:( ) Number of Troop Photos x $12.00 each = Please turn in Pre Camp meeting or bring to camp with full payment at check-in.

48 Hudson Valley Council Boy Scouts of America Camp Nooteeming / Day Camp / Extended Activities INDIVIDUALIZED ORDERS for: Name Unit # DOB: Weight: Week of Camp Campsite To Physicians: We know how valuable your time is and know that you also appreciate the increasing complexities we are facing at camp in dealing with camper s medical needs. We would appreciate your filling out this form to facilitate the treatment of our camper who is your patient. Please indicate the medications you would want (or not want) dispensed by our medical staff to the camper if needed. Please complete in the spaces provided for all medications the camper will bring to camp including prescriptions and over the counter medications. Thank you for helping us with the completion of this form. Drug Name Route Dosage Schedule And Indications Tylenol Ibuprofen Pepto-Bismol Per label instructions by age-weight Per label instructions by age-weight Per label instructions by age-weight Per label instructions by age-weight Health Care provider order Q 4 hr prn for pain or fever >?F Yes No Q 6 hr prn for pain or fever >?F Yes No Q 30 min to 1 hr prn for diarrhea (no>8 doses/24 hr) Yes No Q 4-6 hr prn for temporarily allergic reactions Yes No Comments If the Scout needs other over the counter (OTC) medications that they are bringing to camp, they need to be in their original Troopaging and placed in a zip lock bag with the Scouts name, Unit #, Camp Site / Location Yes Yes Yes No No No Prescription Medications (Please complete with patient s current regimen for both scheduled and prn medications. Use 2 nd page if needed) Drug Name Route Dosage Schedule And Indications Health Care provider order Comments Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No Camper s Health Care Provider Name: Phone # Signature: Date: Parents Note: Any medications (prescription or over the counter) your child brings to camp must be given to the camp health care staff at registration and must be in the original Packaging with the following information on it: Name of medication Name of person to receive the medication Expiration date Name of Physician (for prescription medications only) Directions for dispensing. Please place all medications for a given camper in a zip lock type bag with the camper s Name and Unit number on the bag. Signature of parent or guardian Date:

49 Nooteeming Hudson Valley Council Boy Scouts of America Camp Nooteeming Rd. Salt Point, NY TO: FROM: RE: Unit Leaders & Parents Harold Teller, Camp Director Personal Standing Orders DATE: March 7, 2018 Leaders & Parents, This form is in response to the guidelines the New York Health Department has implemented. We have contacted our Health Department and Camp Physician to get input on creating this form. Only those medications listed will be available from the Camp. Please make copies and get them to your youth. (We will have extra copies available at the office.) This form must accompany the camper s physical. This form must be completed yearly (12 months). The form MUST BE SIGNED BY THE YOUTH S HEALTH CARE PROVIDER AND GUARDIAN. If the Scout needs other over the counter medications that they are bringing to camp, they need to be placed in a zip lock bag with the Scouts name, Troop #, Camp Site enclosed and also written on the Personal Standing Order form. NOTES to help you fill out the form. For example: Q 30 min to 1 hr prn for diarrhea (no>8 doses/24 hr) - (Take every 30 minutes to 1 hour as needed for diarrhea) - (No more then 8 doses in 24 hours) - Q = Every - prn = As needed - no>8 doses/24 hr = No more then 8 doses in 24 hours. Please bear with us as we try to follow suggestions from the Health Department and our Physicians. We are looking out for the safety of our campers. If any guardian objects to their child receiving any of the listed medications, have that guardian write that on the form. I.E. (do not give my child any medications.) No medication can be given to a camper without the signature of the Health Care Provider per New York State ruling. Any questions please call the Council Service Center at HEALTH, MEDICAL AND BSA FORMS - NON RETURN NOTICES USE ONLY COPIES Any Personal Health & Medical Records, or Individualized Standing Orders used at camp will not be returned to the participant at the conclusion of the event. The medical forms will be stored after the event and we will not be able to access them for later events. Only copies of these forms should be used since these records will not be returned after the event.

50 Nooteeming Adult Camp Volunteer Name: Unit: Position Held: Dates you will be in Camp: Campsite: Because you are a volunteer attending camp in support of your unit, we know that you are willing to help others. At Camp Nooteeming, we are always looking for skilled and talented people to assist the staff. With the help of volunteers, we are able to make the Nooteeming experience a more memorable adventure for the attending Scouts. We d like to ask for your help. If you are willing to help, please check the box next to these skills we are seeking and explain below what specific skills you can share with us: Merit Badge Counselor Trained Lifeguard * Trained EMT * Adult leadership for overnighters Adult leader for High Adventure treks Carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or other repair skill First Year camper instructor Assistance with Webelos training program Conservation or outdoor skill Other * Please provide a copy of current training certificate as you may be called upon to assist in the event of an emergency, or if the Health Officer is out of camp. If you are willing to assist in any of these areas while at camp, please indicate your area of specialty: Thank You! Harold Teller Harold Teller Camp Director 50