Cuyuna Scout Camp. Twin Valley Council The Premier Patrol Method Camp 2015 Scoutmaster & Senior Patrol Leader Program Planning Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 Cuyuna Scout Camp Twin Valley Council The Premier Patrol Method Camp 2015 Scoutmaster & Senior Patrol Leader Program Planning Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION... 1 CAMP CUYUNA MASTER SCHEDULE... 2 AQUATICS... 3 ECOLOGY & CONSERVATION CENTER... 5 OUTDOOR SCOUTING SKILLS AREAS SCOUTCRAFT... 7 FOXFIRE... 9 EAGLE TRAIL SHOOTING SPORTS PROJECT C.O.P.E & CLIMBING OTHER MERIT BADGE OPPORTUNITIES CUSTOMIZE YOUR WEEK WITH OUTPOSTS, TRIPS & ACTIVITIES SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS ORDER OF THE ARROW MERIT BADGE SIGN-UP SHEET /ROSTER MERIT BADGE KEY BY TIME INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARDS BADEN-POWELL PATROL AWARD SCOUT LEADER MERIT BADGE SAMPLE MERIT BADGE APPLICATION / BLUE CARD... 24

2 INTRODUCTION Greetings to Scoutmasters and Senior Patrol Leaders, On the following pages, you will find a comprehensive guide to the programs offered at Camp Cuyuna. After careful and thorough review of your comments and suggestions from last year, we have made a variety of changes to our program design to properly move Cuyuna forward. You ll find that we have changed schedules in a few areas, offer detailed information, and added some new information. Key information includes: Ø New for 2015 Afternoon block sessions! Several merit badges will be offered during one or two afternoons from 1:30 up to 4:00pm. This new schedule allows for troops to plan an afternoon or two during the week for troop outings. Ø Only for 2015 Railroading, an afternoon block badge (M and W, 1:30-4:00pm) instructed with the help of the Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Association. A field trip will be offered to the model railroad museum in Crosslake. Ø Only for 2015 Scouting Heritage will be offered at the Nature Center on Thursday evenings at 7:15pm. This is a lead up to Camp Cuyuna s 50 th Anniversary in Ø New for 2015 Pulp & Paper, Mining in Society, Geocaching, and other s. By request of leaders, Emergency Preparedness returns in 2015 in the Foxfire program area. Ø Returning for 2015 Pistol Shooting at Shooting Sports. This activity is for scouts 14 years of age and older. Although not a merit badge, learn safe practices and gain experience at the range, mornings at 9am. There are no fees for this activity in Ø Returning for 2015 Green Bar Bill Skills Challenge at Scoutcraft. Scouts and leaders can work on challenging lost scouting skills from William Hillcourt s Boys Life columns, updated for the 21 st century. Ø For 2015 Rifle fees for scouts enrolled in Rifle are waived for the week. Regular fees still apply for leaders and scouts not enrolled in the badges for open shoot or practice time. Regular fees will apply for Shotgun and Shotgun shooting in Ø New for 2015 Cuyuna Clue! A patrol method game that challenges your skills and deduction abilities. The winning patrol will have the Camp Director and Program Director prepare a wonderful lunch at their campsite. This event replaces Rendezvous in Ø Updated schedules for each program area. You ll find a grid for each area including extras such as B.S.A. certifications and leader training sessions. Be sure to check out all of the areas - especially Foxfire, Nature, and Scoutcraft, as we ve modified the schedules to accommodate new offerings. Ø An updated merit badge sign-up form/roster reflecting the changes in offerings and scheduled times. In addition, each page includes header space for scouts' names. Be sure to send this information to camp at Camp Cuyuna, PO Box 250, Crosslake, MN 56442, or cuyunascouting@crosslake.net no later than three weeks prior to your arrival. If you have any questions regarding Camp Cuyuna s program offerings, please feel free to contact us at cuyunascouting@crosslake.net or ryan.dorland@gmail.com 1

3 CAMP CUYUNA MASTER SCHEDULE TIME SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 7:00 Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast 8:30 SPL Meeting SPL Meeting SPL Meeting SPL Meeting SPL Meeting 9:00 Session 1 Session 1 Session 1 Session 1 Session 1 Staff Time Off 9:15 SM Coffee SM Coffee SM Coffee SM Coffee SM Coffee 10:00 Session 2 Session 2 Session 2 Session 2 Session 2 11:00 Session 3 (Green Bar Bill) Session 3 (Green Bar Bill) Session 3 (Green Bar Bill) Session 3 (Green Bar Bill) Session 3 12:00 Troop Check In Begins Lunch (Emergency 1:00) Lunch Lunch Lunch (SM Steak 12:15) Lunch 1:30 Office Check-in 2:30 Medical Checks 3:30 Swim Checks 4:30 Campsite Set-up Afternoon Sessions Program Areas Open or Troop Outings Afternoon Sessions Program Areas Open or Troop Outings Afternoon Sessions Program Areas Open or Troop Outings Afternoon Sessions (Fishing Outpost) Program Areas Open or Troop Outings (Wilderness Survival Outpost) Wrap-up Water Carnival 6:00 Camp-wide Meal 7:00 7:30 Camp-wide Meal (SPL/SM Meeting to follow) Complete Campsite Set-up Dinner Dinner Dinner Cuyuna Clue (7:15) OA Wacipi (Parade Grounds following Clue) Cuyuna Run (7:15) (Open Program or SPL Choice to follow) Lakeside Chapel Service (7:15) Dinner (Indian Lore Outpost) Troop Time Campsite Cleanup Equipment Tear-down 9:00 10:15 Flag Ceremony & Campfire First- Year Camper Activity Troop Time in Campsites Troop Time in Campsites Friendship Fires Troop Time in Campsites Flag Ceremony & Campfire O.A. Cracker Barrel 11:00 Quiet in Sites Quiet in Sites Quiet in Sites Quiet in Sites Quiet in Sites Quiet in Sites 2

4 AQUATICS The Camp Cuyuna aquatics area is located on Command Lake, a private lake situated entirely within camp boundaries. The aquatics staff is qualified to give instruction and assistance in the following merit badges and activities. All merit badge sessions are 50 minutes unless otherwise indicated. MERIT BADGE OFFERINGS Swimming An Eagle-required merit badge, Swimming introduces scouts to the fundamentals of safe aquatics practices, basic rescue and survival skills, diving, several different swimming strokes, and aquatics as part of a lifelong fitness plan. Offered: 9:00 am Prerequisites: swimmer classification, requirement #3 Other: clothing for requirement #4 Lifesaving The Lifesaving is another Eagle-required option. Scouts who complete the requirements will have shown swimming proficiency and stamina, learned advanced water rescue techniques, and demonstrated proper technique in CPR, treatment of spinal injuries, and other first aid skills. Offered: 9:00 am (2-hour class) Prerequisites: swimmer classification, req. #1 Other: clothing for requirement #7e Canoeing An elective merit badge, Canoeing gives scouts the opportunity to become expert boaters through demanding requirements and extensive practice time. In addition to solo and tandem canoeing proficiency, scouts will demonstrate skills and knowledge in safe aquatics practices, CPR, and first aid. Offered: 10:00 am (2-hour class) Prerequisites: swimmer classification Other: physically challenging, requires extensive practice Small Boat Sailing Scouts will learn sailing terminology, knots, and skills and will be required to demonstrate knowledge and ability in safe aquatics practices, CPR and first aid. Offered: 10:00 am (2-hour class) Prerequisites: swimmer classification Other: physically challenging, requires extensive practice Kayaking An elective merit badge, Kayaking replaces the Kayaking BSA award. Due to a limited number of kayaks, participation may be limited at the discretion of the aquatics staff. Offered: 9:00 am and 11:00am Prerequisites: swimmer classification Other: physically challenging; may require additional practice time BSA CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Mile Swim The B.S.A. Mile Swim program is designed to promote goal-setting and confidence along with physical fitness. You need not be a superior swimmer to participate in this. Participants will increase swimming distance daily from 400 meters to 1600 meters. Offered: 4:30 pm (may start earlier as swim distance increases) Prerequisites: swimmer classification Other: physically challenging; requires extensive practice B.S.A Lifeguard This program gives scouts and leaders an opportunity to earn lifeguard certification at camp. Participants must demonstrate proficiency in required skills and serve as lifeguards at the aquatics area (2 activities for 3 hours total). Times should be arranged with the aquatics director. Participants must have the swimming merit badge and be proficient swimmers. Offered: Monday-Friday by arrangement Prerequisites: 15 years of age or older, strong swimming skills, Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED certification Other: requires extensive practice and time, must score at least 80% on examination for certification 3

5 Snorkeling B.S.A. Scouts and leaders learn and demon-strate skills such as safety precautions, proper equipment use, communication using signs and signals, swimming techniques, and first aid. Offered: 3:30 pm Prerequisites: swimmer classification, CPR and first aid Other: physically challenging, may require additional practice time Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat Training A mandatory certification for units planning to conduct their own aquatics activities. At least one adult in each unit should hold this certification, which must be renewed every two years. Offered: On-line training, available on request Other: current certification is required for approval of all float plans submitted at camp or elsewhere OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Instructional Swim A great opportunity for scouts and leaders alike to improve their swimming skills. Participants may be able to upgrade swim classification, opening up additional activities in the aquatics area to their use. Offered: 4:30 pm Canoeing/River Tubing Trips Sign up with a commissioner and file a float plan with the aquatics director. Troop must have one leader Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat trained. Troops provide their own transportation. Offered: by arrangement *Participants are required to wear shoes that can get wet for all boating activities and tubing trips. *All females are required to wear fullcoverage bathing suits for all aquatic activities. the aquatics staff to verify the swim check. Swim classifications forms are available in the leader s guide and at the end of this guide. The swim check will classify each camper and leader as one of the following: Non-Swimmer (Learner) No color on buddy tag. A non-swimmer is qualified to participate in the non-swimmer area and ride in a rowboat with a buddy. Beginner (Swims 50 feet) Red color on buddy tag. A beginner is qualified to swim in the beginners and non-swimmers area and to ride in a rowboat with a buddy. Swimmer (Swims 75 meters on front or on side, 25 meters resting backstroke, and ends with floating rest) Red on top, blue on bottom of buddy tag. A swimmer is qualified to swim in all three designated areas and use all watercraft after demonstrating competency. Discover SCUBA Participants travel to Brainerd where instructors from the MN School of Diving teach principles of safe diving before spending about an hour in a local pool. Offered: By arrangement with the Program Director and the MN School of Diving in Brainerd prior to camp. Prerequisites: age 14 or older, swimmer classification. Other: transportation not provided by Camp Cuyuna AQUATICS SCHEDULE s & Certifications 9:00 10:00 11:00 Afternoon Swimming MB ü Mon Open Swim/Boat Lifesaving MB ü ü ü ü ü Tues Open Swim/Boat Kayaking MB ü ü Weds Open Swim/Boat Canoeing MB ü ü ü ü ü Thurs Open Swim/Boat Small Boat Sailing MB ü ü ü ü ü Fri Water Carnival Instructional Swim M-R By Appointment BSA Lifeguard Mile Swim B.S.A. Snorkeling B.S.A. ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü 4:30 pm 3:30 pm Prerequisites: age 14 or older, swimmer classification. Other: transportation not provided by Camp Cuyuna SWIM CHECKS After medical rechecks, troops will take their swim checks. Troops may elect to complete swim checks prior to camp, but they must still check in with Open Swimming Open Boating Discover SCUBA Troop/Patrol Swim Volleyball Canoe/Tubing Trips. Other Opportunities Monday-Tuesday 2:30-4:30 pm Wednesday-Thursday; 1:30-4:30 pm Monday-Tuesday 2:30-4:30 pm Wednesday-Thursday; 1:30-4:30 pm By arrangement w/ MN School of Diving By arrangement w/ Aquatics Director By arrangement w/ Aquatics Director By arrangement w/ Aquatics Director 4

6 ECOLOGY & CONSERVATION (NATURE) CENTER The Nature Center Cabin serves as the learning resource center for the Ecology & Conservation Area. Merit badges offered focus on the world around us, with special emphasis on nature s systems, living and non-living, and their everyday relationships to people. The staff invites you to participate in merit badge courses as well as outposts, conservation projects, and hikes. All merit badge classes are 50 minutes unless otherwise indicated. MERIT BADGE OFFERINGS Astronomy Scouts will learn about telescopes & light, constellations, planets, stars, the moon, and the sun. Attendance at two or more outpost sessions is required for completion of the merit badge. Offered: 9:00 am Other: attendance at two evening outpost sessions (9:30 pm 11:30pm) required Environmental Science This Eagle-required merit badge is a hands-on experience in the study of environmental issues. Scouts will use terms from the environmental sciences to develop a timeline of the environmental movement in America, conduct experiments in ecology and effects of pollution, and keep an observation journal of the camp s ecosystems. Offered: 9:00 am; 10:00 am (60-minute class) Other: extensive fieldwork/observations, written work/ homework required Fish & Wildlife Management By earning this merit badge, scouts will demonstrate their skills and knowledge of problems, solutions, and practices in the field of wildlife management through observations and hands-on experiences. Offered: 9:00 am Other: requires fieldwork/homework outside of class Fishing Scouts will learn about equipment, methods, and conservation practices involved in this lifetime activity, in addition to spending some quality time fishing on one of our camp lakes. Participants will need to catch two fish, cleaning and cooking one and releasing the other. Offered: 9:00 am; 10:00 am Fly Fishing Fly-fishing is a specialized form of fishing that combines skill and artistry. Because it is so rich with tradition, it is a passion for millions of people. The beauty of the water, the solitude, and the skills that the sport requires have made fly-fishing very important in the lives of many notable people. Offered: 11:00 am Other: Additional cost for merit badge is $5 for supplies. Forestry In working through the Forestry merit badge requirements, Scouts will explore the remarkable complexity of a forest and identify many species of trees and plants and the roles they play in a forest's life cycle. They will also discover some of the resources forests provide to humans and come to understand that people have a very large part to play in sustaining the health of forests. Offered: 11:00 am Other: Fieldwork, testing, and written work required. Geology Geology is the study of Earth. It includes the study of materials that make up Earth, the processes that change it, and the history of how things happened, including human civilization, which depends on natural materials for existence. Offered: 1:30 pm on Tuesdays or Wednesdays Other: This afternoon block session lasts between 2 and 3 hours. The most worthwhile thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others. Robert Baden-Powell 5

7 Mammal Study A mammal may weigh as little as 1/12 ounce, as do some shrews, or as much as 150 tons, like the blue whale. It may spring, waddle, swim, or even fly. Learn about the mammals of camp and beyond. Offered: 1:30 pm on Monday or Tuesday Other: observations and fieldwork required outside of merit badge hours. This afternoon block session lasts between 2 and 3 hours. Soil & Water Conservation Conservation isn't just the responsibility of soil and plant scientists, hydrologists, wildlife managers, landowners, and the forest or mine owner alone. It is the duty of every person to learn more about the natural resources on which our lives depend so that we can help make sure that these resources are used intelligently and cared for properly. Offered: 10:00 am Other: fieldwork required Weather In this class, scouts learn about weather and climate, clouds and precipitation, the water cycle, tools used in meteorology and forecasting, and weather safety rules. Offered: 1:30 pm on Monday and Wednesday. Other: This afternoon block session lasts between 2 and 3 hours. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Astronomy Outpost Everyone is invited to a night of star gazing, naked-eye and with telescopes, at Goodrich Landing. On cloudy nights, stop by the Nature Center building and visit our indoor planetarium, with computer projection of stars and other celestial objects. In the event of lightning, the outpost is postponed until Thursday night. Offered: Monday-Wednesday; 10:00 pm midnight Other: Thursday is a make-up night if necessary due to weather Fishing Outpost This short afternoon excursion takes participants to Big Pickerel Lake at Family Camp. Be sure to sign up at the Nature Center building by Wednesday noon if you plan to attend. Offered: 1:30 pm Other: meet at the administration building at 1:15 pm for attendance and get PFDs ECOLOGY / CONSERVATION SCHEDULE 9:00 10:00 11:00 Conservation Good Turns The following projects are available on a requested basis. Please visit with the ranger and make arrangements with the staff at the Ecology Center. Tree Seedling planting Timber stand improvements Wildlife habitat improvements Building bird houses & feeders Erosion control Note: Any scout unit that performs a meaningful conservation project and completes the Conservation Good Turn Award application, No , may be awarded a Conservation Good Turn certificate at the discretion of the local council. World Conservation Award This award provides an opportunity for scouts to think globally and act locally to preserve and improve our environment. This program is designed to make youth members aware that all nations are closely related through natural resources and that we are interdependent with our world environment. As a Boy Scout, you may earn this award by earning the following merit badges: 1) Environmental Science, 2) Soil & Water Conservation OR Fish & Wildlife Mngt, 3) Citizenship in the World Hornaday Awards The B.S.A. offers a series of seven conservation awards, named in honor of William T. Hornaday, for units and individuals, both youth and adults. Talk to the Nature Center staff for more details. Afternoon (1:30-) Astronomy MB ü Mammal Study Environmental Science MB ü ü M or T Fish & Wildlife Mngt. MB ü Geology Fishing MB ü ü T or W Fly Fishing MB ü Weather Soil & Water Cons. MB ü M and W Forestry MB ü Astronomy Outpost Fishing Outpost Nature Hikes Conservation Good Turns Other Opportunities 9:30 pm Goodrich Landing (clear nights) Nature Center (cloudy nights) 1:30 pm by arrangement w/nature Director by arrangement w/ranger 6

8 OUTDOOR SCOUTING SKILLS PROGRAM AREAS SCOUTCRAFT Scoutcraft is a term used to cover a variety of woodcraft knowledge and skills required by people seeking to venture into wild country and sustain themselves independently. The term has been adopted by Scouting organizations to reflect skills and knowledge which are felt to be a core part of the various programs, alongside community and spirituality. Skills commonly included are camping, cooking, first aid, wilderness survival, orienteering and pioneering. (Wikipedia) Camping One of the Eagle required merit badges, Camping covers topics ranging from first aid, safety, and Leave No Trace principles to camping, cooking, gear, and various outdoor experiences. Camping is very difficult to complete at camp, so be sure to study the requirements (especially prerequisites) prior to beginning the badge at camp. Offered: 9:00 am; 10:00 am Prerequisites: 8d and 9 Other: Scoutmasters may verify completion of prerequisites Cooking More than just cooking a few meals, this class covers proper safe food handling and storage, diet and nutrition, food preparation and menu planning, as well as actual cooking experience. Scoutcraft staff will also demonstrate some interesting cooking techniques that can be used to make meals in the outdoors. Scouts and leaders should be aware that cooking is an Eagle required merit badge as of January 1, Offered: 11:00 am Prerequisites: 5 and 7c-e Other: requires homework (menu planning) outside of class. Home cooking requirements cannot be completed at camp. The focus will be on menu planning and camp appropriate meals and techniques. First Aid Usually one of the first Eagle-required badges a boy attempts, First Aid is truly something that every scout should know. Four days of outdoors hands-on training lead up to the final on Friday afternoon a practical exam with victims for the scouts to test their new skills. Offered: 1:30 pm Mondays and Wednesday or 1:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays (in addition to Friday at 1:30 pm) Location: Scoutcraft / Eagle Trail Other: passing score on practical required, practical offered Friday afternoon Geocaching The word geocache is a combination of "geo," which means "earth," and "cache," which means "a hiding place." Geocaching describes a hiding place on planet Earth - a hiding place you can find using a GPS unit. A GPS (Global Positioning System) unit is an electronic tool that shows you where to go based on information it gets from satellites in space. Offered: M, W, or R afternoon 1:30-4:00 Prerequisites: requirement 9 Other: Scoutmasters may verify completion of prerequisites Pioneering Here s a chance for older scouts to build something they can show off to the whole troop. After showing knowledge and proficiency in basic knots, lashings, and splicing, they can make a rope, build a tower or bridge, and design and build their own pioneering projects. Offered: 10:00 am Prerequisites: proficiency with knots, lashings, and splicing Other: independent work required Wilderness Survival One of the highlights of any scout s camping experience is building and spending the night in a survival shelter. Equipped with skills in first aid, firebuilding techniques, survival in various conditions, and signaling for help, scouts journey into Cuyuna s forest to prepare a survival meal and spend the night in shelters they construct. Offered: 9:00 am Prerequisites: requirement 5 Other: outpost on Thursday night; 4:30 pm-friday breakfast 7

9 Wilderness Survival Outpost This outpost features a survival meal, shelter and firebuilding, and plenty of fellowship and fun. Meet at Scoutcraft at 4:30 pm with appropriate clothing and bedding for a night in the woods. Scoutmaster Cook-Off Come show off your outdoor culinary skills and sample some of the best grub that our camp leaders have to offer. Pre-cook your dish in your site and bring it to the Foxfire area or just stop by for sampling and judging Tuesday at 3:30 pm. The commissary staff will be able to assist you with the basics to get your dish started. GREEN BAR BILL SKILLS CHALLENGE Returning for 2015! William Green Bar Bill Hillcourt was a prolific writer and teacher in the areas of woodcraft, troop and patrol structure, and training. He was responsible for three different editions of the official Boy Scout Handbook. Hillcourt passed away in 1992 at the age of 92, but his influence is still found today in our outdoor skills and patrol leadership trainings. BSA CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS Totin Chip Training in the safe use, care, and handling of woods tools is available from our Scoutcraft staff. Leaders, new scouts, and those who just need a refresher are all welcome. We strongly recommend a yearly refresher in this area. Offered: by request (Monday-Thursday; 2:30-4:30 pm) Firem n Chit The BSA s official training pro-gram for fire safety, conservation, and Leave No Trace basics. Leaders, new scouts, and those who need a refresher are welcome. Offered: by request (Monday-Thursday; 2:30-4:30 pm) Paul Bunyan Woodsman After qualifying for the Totin Chip, scouts may want to earn further recognition with this award. By demonstrating safe practices and completing an approved service project related to woodsman skills, scouts can earn this emblem to signify their outdoor skills. Offered: by request, most afternoons Other: requires service project time Leave No Trace Learn how to minimize your effect on the earth and give your troop a good reputation. This training is available through our Scoutcraft and Nature staff, by arrangement with the area directors Mondays through Thursdays at 11:00 am in Scoutcraft, we will be bringing back several of the skills that Green Bar Bill championed throughout the years in his writings and trainings. While times and technology have changed, many of these skills that were once considered core to scouting still have lessons to teach us today. Special Demonstrations & Programs The Scoutcraft and Foxfire staff can demonstrate and help train scouts and leaders in outdoor and camping skills, including Dutch oven cooking, Leave No Trace camping, blacksmithing, axemanship, knife safety, Native American regalia, orienteering, pioneering, and firebuilding. Some demos are listed in the grid schedules. For helping any of these areas, stop by to schedule a time with the area director. Demonstrations can be done at Foxfire, Scoutcraft, or in your campsite for your convenience. SCOUTCRAFT AREA SCHEDULE s & Certifications Camping MB ü ü Cooking MB Pioneering MB Wilderness Survival MB Geocaching MB 9:00 10:00 11:00 Afternoon (1:30-) ü ü ü Afternoon (1:30-) M, W, or R Totin Chip training by request after 2:30 Firem n Chit training by request after 2:30 Paul Bunyan Woodsman First Aid (M and W) or (T and R) by arrangement w/ Scoutcraft director Other Opportunities Green Bar Bill Skills Challenge Monday to 11:00 am Wilderness Survival Outpost 4:30 pm to Friday Scoutmaster Cook-Off Special Demonstrations & Training 3:30 pm by arrangement with Scoutcraft director 8

10 FOXFIRE Foxfire is one of our Outdoor Scouting Skills areas including Scoutcraft and Eagle Trail. Foxfire combines unique merit badge offerings with afternoon handicraft merit badges in an 1870s lumberjack camp in our great North Woods. MERIT BADGE OFFERINGS Emergency Preparedness Returning for 2015! Scouts are often called upon to help because they know first aid and they know about the discipline and planning needed to react to an emergency situation. Earning this merit badge helps a Scout to be prepared by learning the actions that can be helpful and needed before, during, and after an emergency. Offered: 9:00 and 11:00am Prerequisites: 1, 6c, 8c, and 9 Other: none Mining in Society Only for 2015! Explore the rich mining resources and history in northern Minnesota. Learn about the Cuyuna Iron Range. This elective badge will only be available at Camp Cuyuna in Offered: 10:00am Other: none Pulp and Paper New for 2015! Forest products, including pulp and paper, provide over $13 billion of economic activity in Minnesota. Make your own paper in Foxfire, from pulp and recycled materials. Offered: 9:00 and 10:00am Prerequisites: 6 and 7 Other: none Indian Lore Scouts learn about the dwellings, way of life, leaders, language, government, religious beliefs, clothing, and locales of various Native American tribes through this elective merit badge. The outpost, though not technically required, is used to cover some of the requirements. Offered: 11:00 am or T and R 1:30-3:30pm. Other: possible materials cost, outpost on Thursday night; 6:45 pm-friday breakfast AFTERNOON OPEN HANDICRAFTS Leatherwork This handicraft badge introduces participants to basic safety procedures, processes, and skills used in smallscale and commercial production of leather goods ranging from small items to clothing. Offered: 1:30-4:00pm M, T, W, R Prerequisites: requirement 4 Other: possible materials cost Woodcarving Woodcarving is a handicraft merit badge for more mature scouts. Using skills covered in Totin Chip training and knowledge of proper use of woods tools, scouts must complete at least two woodcarving projects to earn this badge. Offered: 1:30-4:00pm M, T, W, R Prerequisites: proof of Totin Chip training Other: possible materials cost Basketry This is a great starter merit badge for first-year campers. Scouts will learn the basics of weaving as they make two baskets and a campstool seat. Offered: 1:30-4:00pm M, T, W, R Other: possible materials cost Indian Lore Outpost Everyone is invited to attend the outpost held Thursday evening. Join the group at the administration building at 6:45 pm, then head out for a night in our large teepee and experience a bit of Native American culture shelter, food, stories, and more. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Though it isn t required, most handicraft merit badges are easier to complete if a project kit is purchased in the Trading Post. We have a large variety and most kits cost from $3-$12. Handicraft merit Badges are great for younger scouts. These badges can be done in the scouts free time and are more flexible than most other merit badges. 9

11 FOXFIRE SCHEDULE s & Certifications Emergency Prep MB ü ü Pulp & Paper MB ü ü 9:00 10:00 11:00 Afternoon (1:30-) Mining in Society MB ü ü Leatherwork Woodcarving Basketry Indian Lore T and R Afternoon Open Handicraft M, T, W, R Afternoon Open Handicraft M, T, W, R Afternoon Open Handicraft M, T, W, R Tomahawk Throwing by request after 2:30 Indian Lore Outpost Special Demonstrations & Training Other Opportunities 6:45 pm to Friday by arrangement w/ Foxfire director A typical day at Foxfire. EAGLE TRAIL We ve designed a program to give scouts practice in basic scouting skills and an opportunity to work on many of the requirements through First Class while learning more about the patrol method. As most of the scouts working on these requirements are in their first year at camp, the program also allows first-year campers to meet and work with other scouts their own age in a positive and fun environment. Our goal is to see that all scouts have a positive experience and will be excited to return to your troop, and to camp, next year. The easiest way to keep a boy involved in scouting is to provide him with a great first-year experience. We also hope to help scoutmasters attain the B.S.A. s recommended guideline of getting boys to First Class in the first year. Following is a schedule of our program and a complete breakdown of requirements through First Class. If a scout misses a day or part of a day for any reason, we'll do our best to help him make up requirements during afternoon and evening open program times. EAGLE TRAIL SCHEDULE Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 9:00-10:00 am Intro Orienteering 10:00-11:00 am Totin Chip Knots Firem n Chit Lashings 11:00-12:00 am Ropes 5-Mile Hike Nature Miscellaneous Orienteering Course First Aid Service Project First-year scouts are organized into one of three patrols modeled after Baden-Powell s first patrols at Brownsea Island Scout Camp. 10

12 Knots/ Lashings/ Ropes REQUIREMENTS COVERED Subject Tenderfoot 2 nd Class 1 st Class 4a (whipping & fusing) 4b (two half hitches, taut-line hitch) 4c (teach the square knot to another person using the EDGE model) Totin Chip/ Firem n Chit 3c (knife, saw, axe use and care) 3d (tinder, kindling, fuel) 3e & f (cooking fires, camp stoves) Nature 11 (poisonous plants) 6 (native animals) 6 (native plants) First Aid Orienteering Misc. Aquatics Covered by troop in site Not covered at camp 12a (choking) 12b (cuts, blisters, burns, bites, frostbite, etc.) 5 (safe hiking) 6 (flag etiquette) 7 (oath, law, motto, slogan) 9 (buddy system) 1, 2 (camping) 3 (cooking) 8 (patrol name, yell, flag) 10a & b (personal fitness) 13, 14, 15 (SM conference, Board of Review, etc.) 7a (stopped breathing, bleeding, poisoning) 7c (object in eye, bites, puncture wounds, heat exhaustion, shock, etc.) 1a (compass and map use) 1b (5-mile hike) 2 (Leave No Trace) 3b (choosing a patrol site) 4 (flag ceremony) 5 (service project) 9b (3 R s of personal safety) 8a (safe swim precautions) 8b (BSA beginner s swim test) 8c (water rescues) (Tuesday PM) 3a & b (camping) 3f & g (cooking) 7b (first aid kit) 9a (drug, alcohol, tobacco program) 10, 11, 12, 13 (earning & saving, SM conference, Board of Review, etc.) 7a (lashings, timber & clove hitches) 7b (camp gadget) 8a (bowline) 8b (bandages) 8c (transport) 8d (CPR) 1 (find directions w/o compass) 2 (orienteering course) 3 (Leave No Trace) 9a (safety afloat) 9b (BSA swimmer s test) 9c (water rescues) 3 (camping) 4e (cooking) 4 a, b, c, d (cooking) 5 (citizenship) 11 (Internet safety) 10, 12, 13, 14 (recruiting, SM conference, Board of Review, etc.) OTHER EAGLE TRAIL INFORMATION THE EAGLE TRAIL SCHEDULE Due to variation in class sizes and boys existing skills, we can t guarantee we ll cover each topic exactly at the time listed. Also, please note that we do not cover each rank at a specific time (Tenderfoot at 9:00, Second Class at 10:00, etc.). Rather, similar requirements, regardless of which rank they are listed with, are grouped together. GROUP SIZE During some weeks, we ll have as many as 40 participants in the Eagle Trail program. To help us ensure that all scouts are taking part and learning, we will sometimes ask adults to help us out by attending the morning and/or afternoon sessions. Give it a try: you ll have some fun, get to know your first-year scouts better, and maybe even try something new yourself! WHEN YOU GET HOME In the Eagle Trail program, we cover a large number of topics in a very short time. We strongly encourage leaders to review, refresh, practice, and verify that young scouts have truly mastered the skills involved prior to awarding rank advancements at a Court of Honor. FIRST-YEAR SCOUTS & MERIT BADGES Eagle Trail is a well-rounded, comprehensive, full-time program that remains flexible for each troop s unique needs. We suggest that scouts in the Eagle Trail program not take merit badges in the morning unless they are already Second Class Scouts working towards First Class. We ve accounted for this by scheduling the badges most frequently taken by firstyear campers in the afternoon time slots. 11

13 SHOOTING SPORTS Whether you are an expert marksman or are new to field sports, our shooting sports ranges are made for you. Try your luck with our.22 caliber rifles,.20 gauge shotguns, and quality bows. Safety is our #1 concern and we teach proper handling of all firearms. Accuracy is achieved through practice and careful instruction from our Nationally Certified instructor. As your skills improve, take your best shot in our weekly shooting competitions. All merit badge sessions are 50 minutes unless otherwise indicated. MERIT BADGE OFFERINGS Archery In the archery merit badge, scouts make their own bow strings and arrows and learn how to shoot with accuracy for a qualifying score. An arrow-pen kit is required from the Trading Post to complete requirement 2(d). Offered: 9:00 am; 10:00 am; Afternoons by arrangement. Other: possible materials cost, may require extensive practice to reach qualifying score Rifle Shooting In addition to discussing hunting and conservation issues, scouts will learn and employ safe firearms procedures as they increase accuracy with.22 caliber rifles through detailed instruction and practice on the way to a qualifying score in the modern cartridge type option of the merit badge. Extra practice time is available in the afternoons and some evenings. Offered: 10:00 am Other: May require extensive practice to reach qualifying score. Shooting fees waived for merit badge participants! Shotgun Shooting Scouts will work toward a qualifying score in the modern shotshell type option for this elective merit badge. After discussion of hunting and conservation issues, scouts will be trained to safely use our 20-gauge shotguns and increase accuracy. This merit badge is recommended for older, more mature scouts. Offered: 11:00 am Other: May require extensive practice to reach qualifying score; Shotgun bracelet required ($20.00) OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Pistol Shooting Returning for 2015! Scouts 14 years and older can participate in pistol shooting at 9:00 am. Must pass safety training on Mondays. No exceptions on age and no mid-week entry. No costs, but firearms permission forms required. Open Shooting Each afternoon, the ranges are open for scouts or anyone to get in some extra practice to test their shooting skills. Troop/Patrol Shoots We can accommodate most groups during open shooting time or in the evening by arrangement with the range director. There is no charge for the archery range, but standard fees apply to the rifle and shotgun ranges. Shooting Competitions Think you ve got what it takes? On Thursday afternoon, stop by the rifle, shotgun, or archery range to find out if you re the sharpest shooter in camp. Rifle and archery competitions are 2:30-3:30; shotgun from 3:30-4:30. There is no cost to participate in these competitions. OTHER INFORMATION Firearms Permission Forms Youth will not be allowed to participate in rifle or shotgun activities without a wristband or ticket (available in the Trading Post). A signed firearms permission form, in the possession of a unit leader and presented by an adult at the Trading Post or to the instructor, is necessary for the purchase of any firearms wristbands or tickets. Shooting Costs Rifle scout shooting fees are waived for 2015! Non-MB: Rifle: $.25 for five rounds and target; $10.00 unlimited Shotgun: $1.00 for one round and target; $20.00 unlimited. Rifle/Shotgun Combination: $25.00 SHOOTING SPORTS SCHEDULE Activity 9:00 10:00 11:00 1:30 2:30 3:30 Archery MB ü ü Rifle MB ü Shotgun MB ü Other Opportunities Pistol (14+) ü Open Archery ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Action Archery ü ü Open Rifle ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Open Shotgun ü Archery Competition (R) ü Rifle Competition (R) ü Shotgun Competition (R) ü Troop/Patrol Shoots by arrangement w/range director Additional Open Shooting by arrangement w/range director 12

14 C.O.P.E. & CLIMBING Project C.O.P.E. and Climbing are two separate programs that share a location. The two have been housed together for several years at Cuyuna. Participants in both programs must wear long pants and are required to have closed-toe shoes for the activities in these programs. Project C.O.P.E. is open to both youth and adults, though youth are given priority access. MERIT BADGE OFFERINGS Climbing Scouts will learn about signals, rope care, knots, and harnesses, and have an opportunity to experience belaying, climbing, and rappelling. Due to safety issues, we strongly recommend only scouts who have demonstrated physical, mental, and emotional maturity be registered for this merit badge. Scouts who do not demonstrate this maturity will be removed from the class at the instructor's discretion. Offered: 1:30 pm, Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday and Thursday (2 to 3-hour class) Prerequisites: second-year scout or older Other: physically challenging, intended for more mature scouts (best for boys ages 14 or older) OTHER B.S.A. PROGRAMS Project C.O.P.E. A Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience awaits youth and adults looking to enhance personal, physical, and social skills. Through group initiative games, low-course, and highcourse activities, participants build lifelong skills such as leadership, communication, self-esteem, problemsolving, decision-making, trust, planning, and teamwork. The Cuyuna C.O.P.E. course includes. Some of the activities involve group challenges, while others test individual skills and ability. Participants climb, swing, balance, jump, rappel, and employ solutions to a variety of challenges. Project C.O.P.E. provides an opportunity for every participant to achieve success, both as an individual and as a member of a patrol or group. C.O.P.E. is a challenge by choice opportunity no one will be forced to participate in a specific activity if they do not feel they can do so. Offered: 9:00-11:50 am (3-hour class) Prerequisites: age 14 or older Other: physically challenging, intended for more mature individuals, open to adult leaders Note: COPE events are contingent on acquiring a certified director. Alternate programs may replace C.O.P.E. if qualified personnel are unavailable. OTHER OPPORTUNITIES Open Climbing Looking for a personal challenge? Stop by the tower after 3:00 pm by arrangment and see if you can conquer one or both of our climbing walls. Recommended for mature youth and adults. Troop/Patrol Climbs Schedule a time with the director, then bring the whole troop or patrol to the climbing tower for a challenging, team-building experience. Recommended for mature youth and adults. Climb On Safely If you ve ever wondered what you need to do to take your troop out on a climbing adventure, the first step is to take this B.S.A. orientation course on organizing and managing climbing and rappelling activities. The training offers guidance for climbing and rappelling at natural sites and at specifically-designed facilities, including climbing towers and fixed and portable walls, through eight key points that help ensure the safety and wellbeing of participants: qualified supervision, qualified instructors, physical fitness, safe area, equipment, planning, environmental conditions, and discipline. Climb On Safely is not designed to prepare leaders to instruct BSA youth in the skills of climbing or rappelling. Teaching climbing or rappelling requires a trained climbing instructor who meets specific criteria. C.O.P.E. & CLIMBING SCHEDULE s & Certifications 9:00-11:50 Afternoon (1:30-) Project COPE ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü ü Climbing MB Mon and Weds or Tues and Thurs Climb on Safely Training by arrangement w/ climbing director Open Climbing Troop/Patrol Climb Other Opportunities after 3:00 pm by arrangement by arrangement w/ climbing director 13

15 OTHER MERIT BADGE OPPORTUNITIES These merit badges are part of a rotating series of unique merit badges, and are offered on the basis of having experts available. If a large contingent of your troop wishes to take either or both of these badges, please consider having an adult or older scout volunteer to support our camp staff with scout engagement/assistance. Railroading By earning this badge, Scouts can learn about the history of railroading, its place in modern society, careers in railroading, and hobbies related to railroading. Co-taught by Cuyuna staff and volunteers from the Northern Minnesota Railroad Heritage Association, this merit badge will include a field trip to the NMRHA Museum in Crosslake. A small cost form materials may be associated with the model railroading option of the merit badge (option for requirement 8). While admission to the museum is free, a small donation of a couple of dollars is recommended. Scouting Heritage Explore the history of Scouting and the BSA, led by the most knowledgeable staff member in the memorabilia and lore of the past - Mr. Steve Knuth. This is a one night badge, dependent on some prerequisites to be completed prior to the badge. Scouts and adult leaders are encouraged to bring memorabilia and histories associated with their troop along to share. This merit badge is a lead-up event towards Camp Cuyuna s Fiftieth Anniversary in Offered: Thursday 7:15 pm, (approx. 2-3 hour class). Location: Nature Center Prerequisites: 5, 6, and 8 Other: A SM note will suffice for 5 and 8. Offered: 1:30 to around 4:00 pm, Monday and Wednesday (2 to 3-hour class each day) Location: Picnic Shelter, campwide meal area. Other: Adult volunteers are needed on Wednesday of each week to assist with transportation. Few will have the greatness to bend history itself; but each of us can work to change a small portion of events, and in the total; of all those acts will be written the history of this generation. Robert Kennedy 14

16 CUSTOMIZE YOUR WEEK WITH OUTPOSTS, TRIPS & ACTIVITIES AT CAMP Indian Lore Outpost Scouts will sleep in a tipi, hear Indian lore, play games, and learn about Native American culture and foods. This outpost is designed for scouts taking the Indian Lore, but all are welcome to attend. Let the instructor or the Foxfire director know if you are planning to attend. Meet at the Indian Lore site (former Ute campsite) at 7:00 pm on Thursday. Fishing Outpost For anyone wanting a fishing adventure on Big Pickerel Lake, sign up at the Nature Center building by noon on Wednesday. The group will meet at the administration building at 1:30 pm on Thursday to take attendance and gather PFDs and paddles, then depart for Family Camp. Space in boats may be limited, so sign up early. Troops may decide to plan their own trip ask a commissioner to schedule a date/time, then get your float plan approved by the aquatics director before departing. Wilderness Survival Outpost Participants will build a natural shelter, eat a survival meal, discuss Leave No Trace principles, and learn primitive outdoor living skills. The outpost is intended for Wilderness Survival participants and other interested, mature scouts. Be sure to sign up with the instructor or the Scoutcraft director. Meet at Scoutcraft on Thursday at 4:30 pm. Lake Trips An afternoon trip to the beautiful sand bar on Lake O Brien, which is a short portage over the road from Lake Goodrich, is a great chance to put both Safety Afloat and Safe Swim Defense into action. Talk to a commissioner to schedule a date and time, then get your float plan approved by the aquatics director before departing. Other lake trips may also be planned talk to the Program or Aquatics Director for more info. Hiking Ask the Nature Center staff about the self-guided nature and tree identification trail or talk to the ranger or a commissioner about our camp-wide trails system. Volleyball Sand volleyball is available at the aquatics area. Reservations of available times should be made with the Aquatics Director. Competition with the staff can be arranged for those who dare. This is an excellent intertroop competition idea. River Tubing File a float plan with the aquatics director, grab your PFDs, and take a fun and relaxing trip down the Pine River with your troop or patrol. We can provide the tubes and a trailer to haul them, but transportation to and from the drop-off and pick-up locations is a troop responsibility. Geocaching Orienteering has changed quite a bit in the last few years. Now at Cuyuna, you can use a GPS unit to find treasure hidden around the camp. A few of the caches are fairly easy to find, while others are much more difficult. This could be a great patrol activity or one that you can do with a buddy. Presently, scouts must provide their own GPS units. Service Projects Doing a good turn daily has always been a part of Scouting. As a camp leader, you are encouraged to make certain that the crowded events of a week at summer camp do not crowd out one of the biggest character developing tools the good turn. Every scout should contribute something positive to his camp community. General Ideas for Good Turns Paint latrines Improve patrol campsites Improve troop campfire circles Improve existing camp trails Develop new camp trails Clear brush from roadside for visibility Clean buildings showers, program rooms Ranger s project Conservation Good Turns Erosion control Tree transplanting Seeding Timber stand improvements Wildlife habitat improvements Building bird houses & feeders Litter removal Note: The Ecology director, commissioner, and ranger must approve all conservation projects and camp improvements. Leave this world a little better than you found it Baden-Powell s Last Message (1945) 15

17 OUTSIDE CAMP The possibilities are almost unlimited. Other ideas include museum tours, canoeing, fishing, camping, backpacking, and hiking in and around the Brainerd Lakes Area. We re also just a few hours from Duluth Harbor and north woods outposts like Ely and Bemidji. Just a handful of options is listed below talk to a commissioner or the Program Director if you are interested in planning and trying one or more of these activities. Museums Croft Mine Historical Park The Croft Mine Historical Park & Museum in Crosby is available for tours. Just let the Program Director know you are interested and we ll call to reserve a time for your unit to explore the museum exhibits, park grounds spotted with original buildings and authentic mining equipment, and the simulated mine shaft. The park is usually not open on weekdays. Cuyuna Recreation Area Abandoned by mining companies more than 30 years ago, this area of former mining pits and rock deposit stockpiles now boasts regenerated vegetation and clear lakes that draw a wide range of recreation enthusiasts. Twenty-five miles of natural shoreline can be explored by boat or canoe and anglers can cast a line for trout, northern, bass, crappie, or sunfish. As one of Minnesota's newest State Recreation Areas, Cuyuna's 5,000 acres are mostly undeveloped. Offhighway vehicles are not permitted within the boundaries of Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area. y/index.html. Bike rentals can be obtained in Crosby, please ask the Program Director for more information. Crosslake Historic Log Village Just five miles from camp, this outdoor museum includes restored buildings including Crosslake s first town hall and two homesteads and replicas of other early 1900s buildings from the Crosslake area. The park is not staffed on weekdays (but may be for groups calling ahead), and each building in the log village features a stop-andlisten system in which you push a button to listen to a recording about the specific site. Troop/Patrol Canoe Trips Troop and patrol canoe trips ranging from 1-5 days long are available. Both the Pine and Mississippi Rivers have canoe routes maintained by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. There are many put-ins and takeouts, as well as campsites available along the way. Arrangements should be made in advance through the Council Service Center in Mankato. Adult leadership must be supplied by the troop, and an approved float plan is required. This is a great idea for older scouts seeking a different adventure while at Cuyuna. Pine River This trip is 50 miles, including the White Fish Chain. The Pine River flows through undeveloped, natural forest interrupted occasionally by swampy areas and open, quiet water. The City of Pine River and the White Fish Chain are the only areas of concentrated development. Mississippi River Travel from flat, forested plain through the Cuyuna Iron Range to a stretch of towering white birch and a canopy of mixed conifer and hardwood. See islands, oxbows, and majestic 50-foot bluffs on your way to a forest region with flood plain vegetation. Golfing If you are interested in hitting the links for a round of golf, speak to a commissioner or the Program Director. We have information on and can direct you to several area courses. Hiking/Biking/Backpacking The area surrounding camp is loaded with trails that offer a variety of opportunities to those who are interested in traveling by foot or on bicycles. You ll need to supply your own bicycles, tents, packs, and leadership. If you re planning more than a day hike, be sure to make arrangements in advance through the Council Service Center in Mankato. The North Country, Heartland, and Paul Bunyan Trails all cross at one time or another and cross several other trails as well. North Country National Scenic Trail Take a challenging 68-mile journey through the southern part of the Chippewa National Forest. The trail winds through landscape rich in history, wildlife, and beauty. You may camp anywhere on National Forest land, as well as campgrounds. Heartland State Trail Running from Park Rapids to Cass Lake, this 50-mile multiuse trail follows an old railroad grade. See a bit of lumber history, as well as beautiful lakes and forests, while you traverse this paved trail. Paul Bunyan Trail From Brainerd to north of Walker along an old railroad grade, the Paul Bunyan is another multiuse trail. With outstanding scenery, convenient stops in several small cities, and camping available along the way, this is an excellent opportunity for a young troop to get a little high-adventure-type experience without heading too far into the wilderness. 16

18 ADDITIONAL PROGRAM FEATURES CAMPFIRES Camp-wide campfires, hosted by the staff, are scheduled for Sunday and Friday evenings after the 9:00 pm flaglowering ceremonies. Troop friendship campfires are Wednesday at 9:00 pm. Staff members dining with you on Wednesday will attend and be available for assistance. CHAPEL SERVICE An inter-faith worship service is held at 7:15 pm Wednesday evening at the Lakeside Chapel area. Don t expect a boring church service. We ll have a simple message, a few songs, a skit or two, and a lot of fun. The Boy Scout uniform is appropriate attire. CUYUNA RUN Tuesday evening at 7:15 pm, a run throughout the main camp will be offered. Scouts are encouraged to participate in the race which is somewhere in between 1 and 1¼ of a mile. The winner of the Cuyuna run will be recognized at the Friday night campfire. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS Campers who understand what it means to really take advantage of opportunities at camp deserve to be recognized. We ve got awards for both youth and adults who fit the bill. ORDER OF THE ARROW The Order of the Arrow is the nationally recognized Honor Camping Organization of the Boy Scouts of America. Youth members must have at least 15 days and nights of scout camping, be at least First Class rank, be elected by the other youth of their troop, and have Scoutmaster s approval. Wacipi Youth and adult members of Order of the Arrow are invited to a Wacipi on Monday evening after Cuyuna Clue (Flag Pole, Parade Grounds, around 8:30 pm). Meet brothers from different chapters and lodges and share dances, stories and fellowship. You do not need to wear regalia and your OA sash to this event. Help us strengthen the Order s presence at camp. Order of the Arrow Day Friday is OA Day at Camp Cuyuna. Members are encouraged to wear their sashes all day and especially at the campfire on Friday evening. There is also a cracker barrel and fellowship meeting for OA members in the administration building after the campfire. Baden Powell Patrol A special Cuyuna-only award designed to acknowledge patrol that have come together to function as a unit at camp. For specific requirements, see the form in this program guide. Scoutmaster Be noticed for who you are a valuable volunteer and leader. Just meet the requirements listed on the form in this program guide, and we ll say thank you with a small token and recognition at the Friday evening campfire. Cuyuna Steward Program This program has been developed to reward those who come up during the off season and do service projects at camp. There are awards for each level of the program. More information on this program is available on the Twin Valley website under Cuyuna. It is the Patrol System that makes the Troop, and all Scouting for that matter, a real co-operative matter. Robert Baden-Powell 17

19 MERIT BADGE and PROGRAM SIGN-UP SHEET Names of Scouts Troop: Campsite: Week: Dates: Archery: 9:00-9:50 (Archery) Archery: 10:00-10:50 (Archery) Astronomy: 9:00-9:50 (Nature) Basketry: Open in Afternoons (Foxfire) ++BSA Lifeguard (Aquatics) *Camping: 9:00-9:50 (Scoutcraft) *Camping: 10:00-10:50 (Scoutcraft) Canoeing: 10:00-11:50 (Aquatics) Climbing: 1:30-4:00 M and W (C.O.P.E.) Climbing: 1:30-4:00 T and R (C.O.P.E.) *Cooking: 11:00-11:50 (Scoutcraft) Eagle Trail Scout Skills: 9:00-11:50 (E.T.) *Emergency Prep.: 9:00-9:50 (Foxfire) *Emergency Prep.: 11:00-11:50 (Foxfire) *Environmental Sci.: 10:00-10:50 (Nat.) *Environmental Sci.: 11:00-11:50 (Nat.) *First Aid: 1:30-4:00 M and W (Scoutcr.) *First Aid: 1:30-4:00 T and R (Scoutcr.) Fish & Wildlife Mgt: 9:00-9:50 (Nat.) Fishing: 9:00-9:50 (Nature) Fishing: 10:00-10:50 (Nature) Fly-Fishing: 11:00-11:50 (Nature) Forestry 11:00-11:50 (Nature) Geocaching 1:30-4:00 M (Scoutcraft) Geocaching 1:30-4:00 W (Scoutcraft) Geocaching 1:30-4:00 R (Scoutcraft) Green Bar Bill Skills Challenge: 11:00-11:50 (Scoutcraft) Indian Lore: 11:00-11:50 (Foxfire) Indian Lore: 1:30-3:30 T and R (Foxfire) Instructional Swim 4:30-5:00 (Aquatics) 18

20 Names of Scouts Troop: Campsite: Week: Dates: Kayaking: 9:00-9:50 (Aquatics) Kayaking: 11:00-11:50 (Aquatics) Leatherwork: Open in Afternoons (Foxfire) *Life Saving 9:00-10:50 (Aquatics) Mammal Study: 1:30-4:00 M (Nature) Mammal Study: 1:30-4:00 T (Nature) Mile Swim: 4:30- M-R (Aquatics) Mining in Society: 10:00 (Foxfire) Pioneering: 10:00-10:50 (Scoutcraft) ++Pistol Shooting: 9:00-9:50 (Shooting Sp.) ++Project C.O.P.E.: 9:00-11:50 (C.O.P.E.) Pulp & Paper: 9:00-9:50 (Foxfire) Pulp & Paper: 10:00-10:50 (Foxfire) Railroading: 1:30-4:00 M and W (Picnic) Rifle: 10:00-10:50 (Shooting Sports) Scouting Heritage: 7:15pm R (Nature) Shotgun: 11:00-11:50 (Shooting Sports) Small Boat Sailing: 10:00-11:50 (Aquat.) Snorkeling, BSA: 3:30 T-R (Aquat.) Soil & Water Conserv.: 10:00 (Nature) *Swimming: 9:00-9:50 (Aquatics) Weather: 1:30-4:00 M and W (Nature) Wilderness Survival: 9:00-9:50 (Scoutcr.) Wood Carving: Open in Afternoons (Foxfire) Symbol Explanation Italics Non- Program M Monday T Tuesday W Wednesday R Thursday F Friday * Eagle-required ++ Mandatory age restrictions Please send this page to: Camp Cuyuna, PO Box 250, Crosslake, MN marked Attn: Program Director or to Ranger Jack Sargent: cuyunascouting@crosslake.net and Program Director: ryan.dorland@gmail.com Do NOT send with registration to the Council Office. 19

21 GENERAL INFORMATION Counselors will have lists with the names of scouts signed up for merit badges on Monday morning. Scouts should bring their completed merit badge applications with them and present them to the counselor at the first meeting time for each merit badge. Every effort will be made to eliminate conflicts between troop program time and merit badges. We will try to be flexible with merit badge times, but some area schedules are less flexible because of equipment and safety issues, as well as the number of scouts taking particular merit badges. We recommend scouts see all their counselors on Monday to ensure a complete understanding of the schedule and time requirements for the merit badge. Scoutmasters should feel free to approach staff members to observe sessions in progress, help out where needed, and check on attendance and progress records for their scouts. DIFFICULTY LEVELS 1. Easier to earn. Great for first-year scouts. 2. Moderate difficulty. Good for second-year or older scouts. 3. Harder to earn. Intended for older, dedicated scouts ages 14 or older. MERIT BADGE KEY BY TIME MBs & Programs 9:00 10:00 11:00 1:30 (Afternoon) Level Archery X X Open shooting 2 Action Archery X X 2 Astronomy X 2 Basketry Open Handicraft (M-R) 1 BSA Lifeguard ++ By Arrangement 3 Camping * X X 2 Canoeing X X Open Canoeing 2 Climbing M and W, or T and R 3 Cooking * X 1 Eagle Trail X X Tuesday Program 1:30-2:30 1 Emergency Prep.* X X 2 Environmental Sci. * X X 2 First Aid * M and W, or T and R 1 Fish & Wildlife Mgmt. X 2 Fishing X X 1 Fly Fishing X 3 Forestry X 3 Geocaching M or W or R 2 Geology T or W 2 Green Bar Bill Skills X 3 Indian Lore X T and R 2 Instructional Swim 4:30 5:00 daily 1 Kayaking X X 2 Leatherwork Open Handicraft (M-R) 1 Life Saving * X X 3 Mammal Study M or T 2 Mile Swim Monday 4:30 3 Mining in Society X 2 Pistol (14+) X 2 Pioneering X 3 Project COPE X X 2 Pulp & Paper X X 2 Railroading M and W 1 Rifle X Open Rifle 3 Scouting Heritage Thursday 7:15pm 1 Shotgun X Open 3 Small Boat Sailing X X 3 Snorkeling, BSA Tuesday 3:30 2 Soil & Water Cons. X 2 Swimming * X Open Swimming 2 Weather M and W 2 Wilderness Survival X 2 Wood Carving Open Handicraft (M-R) 2 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION * Eagle-required merit badges are indicated with an asterisk (*). Non Merit-Badge programs indicated in Italics. ++ BSA Lifeguard now requires certification in Red Cross First Aid & Red Cross CPR/AED for Professionals. Participants must present proof of current certification prior to beginning the program at Cuyuna. In addition, the minimum age for certification as a BSA Lifeguard has been raised to 15 years. INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARDS 20

22 Note: For unit use only. Post at troop campsite or distribute to individual scouts. Do not submit these cards with registration forms or merit badge roster on preceding page. CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: CAMP CUYUNA INDIVIDUAL SCOUT SCHEDULE CARD Name: 9:00: 10:00: 11:00: Afternoons: Other: 21

23 BADEN-POWELL AWARD Lord Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting, always promoted the patrol method to further the development of scouts. To continue this fine example, we offer this challenge. Patrols that compete in the following activities and attain steps in advancement may qualify for the Camp Cuyuna Baden-Powell Award. Patrol leaders turn in completed forms to a commissioner no later than the camp-wide meal Friday evening. Points Possible 10 Points Awarded Patrol Activity Percentage of scouts to 2 nd Class who complete Eagle Trail or one merit badge, and 1 st Class to Eagle who complete a merit badge (100%=10) Part of Patrol WP Scoutmaster Points Awarded & Approved By 4 Cuyuna Clue WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Canoe Trip (swimmers) WP-1 Area Director/Commissioner 4 Tube Trip WP-1 Area Director/Commissioner 4 Non-Aquatic Offsite Activity WP-1 Commissioner 4 Cuyuna Run ½ P Commissioner 4 Tuesday Night Activity (Staff hunt, etc.) WP Commissioner 4 Patrol Archery Shoot WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Patrol Rifle Shoot WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Troop or Patrol Climb WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Troop or Patrol Swim at Waterfront WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Astronomy Outpost ½ P Area Director/Commissioner 4 Indian Lore Outpost ½ P Area Director/Commissioner 4 Wilderness Survival Outpost ½ P Area Director/Commissioner 4 Nature Trail Hike WP Area Director/Commissioner 4 Inter-Troop Friendship Fire WP Scoutmaster 4 Vespers (Chapel) 100% Attendance in Uniform WP Scoutmaster 4 Patrol Pioneering Project at Campsite ½ P Commissioner 4 Water Carnival WP Area Director/Commissioner 8 Camp Service Project WP Area Director/Commissioner 8 Patrol Method Campsite WP Commissioner 8 Daily Flag Ceremonies WP Scoutmaster 8 Hold a Patrol Leader s Council at Camp WP Scoutmaster 12 Patrol Flag, Yell, and Song (4 pts. each) WP Area Director/Commissioner % of Patrol in Complete Uniform (Socks, Shorts, Shirt, Belt) at Sunday Flag Ceremony WP Commissioner 4 Commissioner-Approved Event WP Commissioner 4 Commissioner-Approved Event WP Commissioner 130 TOTAL 100 points required to qualify. WP = Whole Patrol Participates ½ P = Half of Patrol Participates ** Commissioners may approve other events or projects. Points will be determined by the commissioner. The patrol system leads each boy to see that he has some individual responsibility for the good of his patrol. Robert Baden Powell 22

24 SCOUT LEADER MERIT BADGE Progress Card 2015 Attend all Scoutmaster Coffees or make certain another adult from your troop attends. M T W R F (checked by Camp or Program Director) Do four of the following: Make a camp gadget approved by your SPL Take a daily nap Invite a new friend or troop to your campsite for coffee/cocoa or campfire Help the ranger with something he needs Participate in a song or skit at a friendship fire Present Safe Swim Defense or Safety Afloat Certification or attend/take a training session while at camp. Pick up some trash outside the commissary building or along the trails each day M T W R F (checked by commissary staff) Have your SPL check your scouts progress on planned achievements at mid-week SPL Meeting. Signed by SPL Encourage patrols in your troop to earn the Baden Powell Patrol Award. Ensure SPL chairs a PLC meeting at camp. Attend SM steak fry. Do something nice for the staff. Do at least three of the following: Participate in troop swim, climb, shoot, or outing (eating out doesn t count) Assist/Instruct a or at Eagle Trail all week Make a craft item at Foxfire in the afternoon Prepare an item for SM Cook-off Attend Green Bar Bill Skills Challenge (1-day) Do a daily good turn Go to Chapel in scout uniform Keep your cool all week. Check progress daily with SPL. M T W R F (checked by SPL) Check progress of Eagle Trail Scouts each day (if scouts from your troop are participating.) M T W R F (checked by Eagle Trail Director) Give the commissioners a hard time. Participate in the Scoutmaster Splash or other leader competition(s) at Water Carnival The Scoutmaster teaches boys to play the game by doing so himself. There is no teaching to compare with example. Robert Baden-Powell 23

25 MERIT BADGE APPLICATION FRONT Scout Scout Scout Scout Scout Scout Scout *Scoutmaster BACK Scout Staff Scout Scout Staff *Scoutmaster Scout Scout Scout To help you prepare for camp, we have included a sample merit badge card, showing what needs to be filled out, and who should do it, before the scout hands the card to his counselor on Monday. * Note: The unit leader signature on the front of the card should be filled out prior to the scout beginning work on the merit badge. The leader signature on the back of the card is to be signed upon completion of the merit badge, after the counselor has signed the card. 24

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