Andrew Jackson Council Adventure CAMP March 11-14, 2015
Contents WHAT IS ADVENTURE CAMP?... 4 OBJECTIVES... 4 WHO ATTENDS... 4 WHEN IS ADVENTURE CAMP... 4 REGISTRATION & FEES... 5 CAMP FEES... 5 REGISTRATION... 5 SCHOLARSHIPS... 5 CAMPSITE POLICY... 5 HEALTH, INSURANCE, AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES... 6 MEDICAL SERVICES... 6 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES... 6 CAMP POLICIES... 7 COMPUTERS... 8 SEBOONEY OKASUCCA LODGE- ORDER OF THE ARROW... 8 BIKES ON CAMP... 8 TROOP EQUIPMENT... 9 SUGGESTED PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING... 9 WHAT SHOULD YOU NOT BRING TO CAMP!... 9 MAIL... 10 CHECK-IN/CHECKOUT OF CAMP... 10 DAILY SCHEDULE... 11 DINING HALL... 11 MERIT BADGE PROGRAM... 12 OFFSITE MERIT BADGE PROGRAM... 13 MERIT BADGE PROGRAMS... 14 EAGLE/CITIZENSHIP MERIT BADGES... 14 MERIT BADGE PROGRAMS... 15 SCIENCE/TECHNOLOGY/CAREER INTEREST... 15 MERIT BADGE PROGRAMS... 17 ARTS AND HOBBIES... 17 OTHER ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS... 18 CHALLENGE COURSE AND CLIMBING MERIT BADGE... 19 2015 HOOD SCOUT RESERVATION ADVENTURE CAMP... 20 TROOP SIGN-UP FORM... 20 ADVENTURE CAMP 2015 T-SHIRT PRE-ORDER FORM... 21 ORDER OF THE ARROW SERVICE CORP VOLUNTEER... 22 2
MERIT BADGE TRAVEL RELEASE FORM... 23 3
WHAT IS ADVENTURE CAMP? At Adventure Camp, Scouts have the opportunity to camp outdoors and earn merit badges that are not normally offered at summer camp. These include some of the merit badges required for Eagle Scout. This four-day program is held during the Spring Break Holidays. A VOLUNTEER CAMP STAFF provides program help, guidance, and supervision in the area of Outdoor Skills, Offsite program and Merit Badges, Shooting Sports, and Citizenship as well as other specialty Merit Badges. Scouts also benefit from association with Scouts from other troops, making new friends, learning new methods, sharing ideas, and enjoying the fellowship of camp-wide campfires, games and competition. Come and enjoy one of the Boy Scouts of America s 50 coolest camps and all that HSR has to offer. OBJECTIVES -Provide advancement opportunities for Scouts -Familiarize youth with the Scouting program through the outdoor experience -Stimulate Troop programming before, during, and after attending camp -To have FUN WHO ATTENDS All registered Boy Scouts and Venturers may attend Adventure Camp with their Troop, Crew or as a Provisional Scout. Troops may pool their resources in order to provide an adequate number of Scouts and adult leaders to form a unit. WHEN IS ADVENTURE CAMP Check-In begin 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 11, 2015 at the Administration Building. Check-Out will start at 5:00 PM on Saturday, March 14, 2015. 4
REGISTRATION & FEES CAMP FEES The camp fee is $125.00 per Scout paid by Friday, February 27, 2015. Adults and OA Service Corp fee is $65.00. The fee includes all food, program materials, patch, t-shirt, and camp activities. Fees are transferable to other Scouts within the troop, but are not refundable after February 28, 2015. The Troop is responsible to arrange refunds to Scouts not attending camp. There are some additional program fees. Each Scout is responsible for providing the materials needed to complete merit badge requirements (pamphlets, paper, pens or pencils, reports, miscellaneous supplies needed, and any approval from the Scoutmaster). There will be some additional fee for some High Adventure/Offsite Programs. Some Merit Badge books are will be available at the Trading Post. REGISTRATION Registration for Adventure Camp is all online. The online registration system is located on the Andrew Jackson website (www.bsa-jackson.org). Computers will be available at the Scout Office to complete the registration. The deposit of $65 per Scout can be paid online at registration, or it can be paid at the Scout Office no later than close of business February 10 th. Scholarships Funds may be available for Scouts who need financial assistance. Please visit the Council Website at www.bsa-jackson.org for the appropriate form. CAMPSITE POLICY Hood Scout Reservation maintains 11 traditional campsites, which includes a campsite for Scouts with a disability, for use by Troops visiting camp. Troops will be assigned campsite based on their sizes and needs. 5
Health, Insurance, and Emergency Procedures Before coming to camp, each Scout and Scouter is required to have the appropriate Boy Scout Annual Health and Medical Form filled out and signed by a parent or guardian and a licensed doctor. We must have health forms on all Scouts, Scouters, and parents even if they are only staying one night. We must have all three parts filled out. You may bring digital copies on a flash drive. Unit Leaders please make sure that all physicals forms are filled out properly! Unit Leaders please make sure if you bring hard copies of health forms that you pick them up before you leave camp. Any health forms left will be disposed of Saturday Evening. NO ONE WILL BE PERMITTED TO STAY ON CAMP WITHOUT A HEALTH FORM ON FILE WITH THE HEALTH OFFICER. All youth that are attending camp must be registered members of the Boy Scouts of America. Any Scout that has special dietary need please let the camp director know at least one week before that Scout s arrival on camp so that we can properly plan for his dietary needs. Scouts requiring special medical treatments such as insulin, etc should provide necessary medications and make written arrangements with the health officer and the unit leader. MEDICAL SERVICES The Health Lodge is open 24 hours a day and is prepared to handle minor injuries and illnesses. Any emergency that cannot be treated at the Health Lodge will be referred to a local hospital or clinic in Hazlehurst. The unit leader or assistant will transport the patient to the outside medical facility. In case of serious medical emergencies, transportation will be available. Hardy Wilson Hospital is the closest hospital to Hood Scout Reservation. If you have concerns or question please contact the Scout Center at (601) 948-6111. The Andrew Jackson Council, BSA provides accident and illness insurance for each registered Scout and Scouter. Please refer to your campsite guide for more information. The coverage protects each member while attending the 2015 Adventure Camp. Out of Council units must provide proof of accident and illness insurance. Emergency Procedures During any kind of emergency (weather, fire, lost camper, and lost swimmer) you will hear the continuous ring of the camp bell and you will receive information from the camp staff. You are to go as quickly as possible to the parade field. Scouts and Scouters will then receive further directions and instructions. 6
CAMP POLICIES Scouts, Scouters, and visitors will be expected to exemplify the Scout Oath and Law while in camp. Unit Leaders should arrange for qualified leadership from your troop to accompany the Scouts to camp. Each troop must have a 21 year old registered leader present at camp and that leader must be current on the Boy Scouts of America Youth Protection Training while at camp. At least two adults must be at camp at all times. Tobacco: Our Scout Oath reminds us to keep ourselves physically strong. The use of tobacco products (including smoked, smokeless, and electronic cigarettes) adversely affects our bodies and may cause cancer. Tabacco use is not permitted at HSR. Alcohol & Drugs: Possession or use of any alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs or the misuse of any prescribed drug is expressly prohibited. Groups or individuals found in violation of this will be sent home immediately. Coming and Going: Safety is paramount at HSR! We ask that every parent or family member check in at the Administration Building. Scouts who are leaving camp early or for a day must have their parent or guardian along with the unit leader fill out a camper release form and check out at the Administration Building. If you are a unit leader leaving camp you must check out at the Administration Building and check back in. If you have any questions or concerns of an individual Scout s well being, the unit leader should contact the camp director. Armbands: As part of the camp youth protection policies and safety measures both leaders and Scouts wear color coded are armbands. You will need these armbands for eating meals. Vehicles: Only vehicles pulling troop equipment trailers into the campsite will be allowed in. Troops must drop their trailers and move the vehicles back to the parking lot. Troops that do not have a trailer, will have their gear transported to the campsite by the camp staff. Scouts should not have a cell phone in Merit Badge Sessions. Scouts can have their electronic devices. They will have access to social media and email through the Wi-Fi Network. They can recharge their devices at the Trading Post. 7
Computers Hood Scout Reservation has computers with internet access. Scouts will be able use the computers for their merit badges only. Camp also has Wi-Fi for those Unit Leaders and Scouts that need internet access. Sebooney Okasucca Lodge- Order of the Arrow The Lodge at Adventure Camp will serve as a service corps to help out around camp, support programs, and promote the ideals of the Order of the Arrow. If you would like to be a member of the Sebooney Service Corps please fill-out the form in the back. Each arrowman that serves will be given a special t-shirt to wear during the week. Bikes on Camp Hood Scout Reservation offers the Cycling Merit Badge. Scouts are permitted to have their bikes at camp. If you bring your own bike here are the rules that you need to follow: Helmets must be worn while riding Bikes cannot block trails, walk ways, or entrances to buildings, so park by the bike racks. Pedestrians have the right-of-way, so slow down when people are around. No riding after dusk. (If you cannot abide by these rules then you will be asked to put your bike up.) 8
TROOP EQUIPMENT Unit Flag First Aid Kits Water Coolers Patrol Flags Lanterns Rope Extra Plastic Tents and Troop Dinning Fly SUGGESTED PERSONAL ITEMS TO BRING Complete Scout Uniform (Class A) T-Shirts Shorts and/or Long pants (dress for the weather) Underwear and Socks Hat/cap Extra Shoes or Boots Poncho or Rain Gear Notebook and Pencil or Pen Scouts Must Have Own Tent Scout Handbook Watch Washcloth and Towels Toilet Articles (soap, shampoo, toothpaste with brush, shaving gear, deodorant) Flashlight Pocket Knife Spending Money Sleeping Bag or Sleeping Gear Personal First Aid Kit What should you NOT bring to camp! No Sheath Knives No Firearms or Fireworks No Pets Remember a Scout is Clean! 9
MAIL Warren A. Hood Scout Reservation has a daily mail service. To receive mail while at camp, go to the Camp Administration Building and check the mailbox corresponding to your campsite. All outgoing mail will also leave from the Administration building, and should be placed in the outgoing mailbox. Mail that is not fully addressed to campers or adult leaders is very difficult to deliver. Please make sure that the Troop number is written on all letters and parcels. No mail should sent after Thursday. Mail should be addressed as follows: Scout s Name: Scout s Troop: Hood Scout Reservation 8065 Old Port Gibson Road Hazlehurst, MS 39083 CHECK-IN/CHECKOUT OF CAMP 1. Check-in 5:00 PM 7:00 PM on Wednesday Scoutmaster checks-in at the Camp Office (Administration Building). Due to the lack of space in the Camp Office, please, only the Scoutmaster or his designated representative comes in for check-in. Visit to The Health Lodge Arrive at Campsite Begin setting up tents and Troop equipment 2. Retreat and Assembly at flagpoles 6:00 PM 3. Supper 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM 4. Scout Leader/SPL meeting 8:30pm at camp Dining Hall Saturday CHECK-OUT: 1. Check-out will start at 5:00 PM 2. Arrange for staff to inspect your campsite. 3. Campsite inspection by Staff 4. Pick up medical forms and any medicines at the Health Lodge. 10
Daily Schedule Wednesday 5:00pm-7:00pm- Check-in 6:15-7:30pm- Supper 8:30pm- Unit Leader/SPL Meeting 9:30pm- Call to Quarter 10:00pm- Taps (Lights Out) Thursday-Friday 6:30am Reveille 7:15am Morning Assembly 7:30am Breakfast 9:00am-11:50am Program 12:15pm Assembly 12:30pm Lunch 1:15 SPL Meeting 2:00pm-4:30pm Program 6:00pm- Assembly 6:15 pm- Dinner 7:15 pm Unit Leaders Meeting 8:00 pm Evening Program Thursday Evening Free Time Friday Evening Campfire Saturday 6:30am Reveille 7:15am Morning Assembly 7:30am Breakfast 9:00am-11:50am Program 12:15pm Assembly 12:30pm Lunch 1:15 SPL Meeting 1:30PM-2:30PM Free Shoot/Climb 3:00PM-4:00PM Competitions and games 5:00pm Checkout DINING HALL Wholesome meals are provided in the Dining Hall. Shirt and Shoes are required at each meal. Full Class A uniform is required for the evening meal. Wearing of hats and chewing gum is not allowed in the Dining Hall. All meals are served Cafeteria Style. Table Waiter System: Two (2) table waiters will be assigned by the troop for every table and will serve for one meal beginning Thursday morning. Troops are responsible for table clean-up. Troops are encouraged to make sure that every Scout has a chance to serve as a table waiter for the week. 11
MERIT BADGE PROGRAM To have a successful experience earning merit badges at camp, Scouts need to plan carefully. Many merit badges require preparation before or after your week at camp. It is the responsibility of the 2015 Adventure Camp Staff to instruct requirements that can be completed at camp. A completion or a partial with uncompleted requirements are given to Scoutmasters the last day of camp or are available online at www.bsa-jackson.org. Every effort will be made to inform Scouts on their progress throughout the week. Leaders are encouraged to visit with camp staff. Troops are asked to register their merit badges and program activities online. The online registration allows the staff to ensure an accurate count for food, T-Shirts, program materials, and Merit Badge class size. Reservations for limited size sessions will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. The 2015 Camp Staff will make every effort to resolve scheduling conflicts in order for the Scout to obtain his goal. We are recruiting qualified volunteers to serve as Merit Badge Counselors. We will make every attempt to maintain the schedule below but changes may be necessary. Most merit badges can be completed at camp, but due to time requirements, special projects, or other considerations; some merit badges need additional work at home. Also some merit badges require pre-requisites or special skill levels. In this part of the Leader s Guide is a short description of the program or merit badge, and pre-requisites for the program or badge, and some helpful hints. Please make time for your Scout to have some free time or to do other activities at camp. Symbols for Programs Cannot be completed at camp O Offsite Program Eagle required $ Recommended for Older Scouts Program Fee 12
Merit Badge Programs Chemistry and Composite Materials O Chemistry explores how substances react with each other, how they change, how certain forces connect molecules, and how molecules are made are all parts of chemistry. Stretch your imagination to envision molecules that cannot be seen - but can be proven to exist - and you become a chemist. From the skills and knowledge learned from Chemistry Merit Badge put them in to use with Composite Materials Merit Badge. Scouts will work on both Merit Badges. Scouts will leave from Camp and travel to Axiall in Gallman, MS. Limited to 12 Scouts Pulp and Paper As part of the 2014 Forestry Day, Scouts will be able to work on this merit badge and be a part of the Forestry Day program. Working with experts in the areas of forestry and wood products manufacturing Scouts will learn all about the process of making wood products and sustainability of forests. 13
Citizenship Merit Badge Programs Eagle/Citizenship Merit Badges Citizenship in the Nation Citizenship in the World As Scouts fulfill the requirements for this merit badge, they will learn how to become active citizens are aware of and grateful for their liberties and rights, to participate in their governments and protect their freedom, helping to defend their country and standing up for individual rights on behalf of all its citizens. Communications This clear and concise definition comes from the U.S. Department of Education: "Communication focuses on how people use messages to generate meanings within and across various contexts, cultures, channels, and media. The field of communication promotes the effective and ethical practice of human communication." Scouts who earn the Citizenship in the World merit badge will discover that they are already citizens of the world. How good a world citizen each person is depends on his willingness to understand and appreciate the values, traditions, and concerns of people in other countries. First Aid P First aid - caring for injured or ill persons until they can receive professional medical care - is an important skill for every Scout. With some knowledge of first aid, a Scout can provide immediate care and help to someone who is hurt or who becomes ill. First aid can help prevent infection and serious loss of blood. It could even save a limb or a life. Cycling (Mountain Biking Option) Since 1911, hundreds of thousands of Scouts have made the most of their twowheel adventures by earning the Cycling merit badge. Whether you just got your first bicycle or have been cycling for years, you will learn more about your bike and what it can do by working on the requirements for this badge. Scouts are encouraged to have their own bikes, helmets, and water bottles American Heritage Every Scout swears to an oath that includes duty to his country. A better understanding of American heritage, the ways in which the past has lead to our present nation, is key to truly knowing what it means to be an American. 14
Merit Badge Programs Science/Technology/Career Interest Fire Safety The ability to use fire safely is essential to human survival. By earning this merit badge, Scouts will learn to uses fire safely and responsibly, how to prevent home fires, and how to handle fire safely, as well as burn prevention, and camping safety. Law Earning this merit badge enables a Scout to learn about the history and kinds of laws, the purpose and methods of law enforcement, consumer protection agencies, emerging law, and careers in the legal profession. Fish & Wildlife Management Wildlife management is the science and art of managing the wildlife - both animals and fish - with which we share our planet. Maintaining the proper balance and the dynamics that go with it requires humankind's attention. We use this stewardship tool to help minimize or eradicate the possibility of extinction of any given species. We want our descendants to have the opportunity to experience the same animal diversity that we now enjoy. STEM Nova Award New to Adventure Camp this year is the STEM Nova award. Scouts will be working on the Shoot Module for the Nova award. Scouts will learn about how science affects their daily lives. As part of this program Scouts will earn the Space Exploration Merit Badge. Prior to arrival, Scouts come to camp they will need to watch or read for three hours on one of the following topics: Science related shows or books on projectiles, aviation, space technology, or astronomy. They will then need to come up with two questions to discuss with the counselor. 15
Fingerprinting Search and Rescue Learn how to help lead and be part of a search and rescue mission. How does a Scout respond to helping those searching and providing first aid? Scouts must complete ICS 100 at FEMA.gov (Requirement #5) and show their certificate of completion. In earning the Fingerprinting merit badge, Scouts will learn about and use an important technique that is used by law enforcement officers, along with other materials like matching dental records and DNA sampling, to help identify amnesia victims, missing persons, abducted children, and others. Surveying While earning this merit badge, Scouts will discover how land is measured and how it is described so that others can know where boundary lines are. They will have a chance to use some fine measuring instruments, apply advanced mathematics, operate computing equipment, and create a survey map. 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. Welding Learning to weld is a life skill or career that is a good one. Scouts will learn different type of welding techniques and styles from qualified instructors. The class size is limited to 15 Scouts. 16
Merit Badge Programs Arts and Hobbies Fishing In Scouting for Boys, Baden-Powell offers this advice: "Every Scout ought to be able to fish in order to get food for himself. A tenderfoot [beginner] who starved on the bank of a river full of fish would look very silly, yet it might happen to one who had never learned to catch fish." Genealogy Exploring your roots - where your family name came from, why your family lives where it does, what your parents and grandparents did for fun when they were your age - can be fascinating. Discovering your ancestors back through history is what genealogy is all about. Wood Carving P As with any art, wood carving involves learning the basics of design, along with material selection and tools and techniques, as well as wood-carving safety. The requirements of the Wood Carving merit badge introduce Scouts to an enjoyable hobby and that can become a lifetime activity. Chess The game of Chess is played by two people, each having command of an army of sixteen pieces, on a board divided into sixtyfour squares. The squares are usually colored white and black, or red and white. Other colors are also available, but the theme is always light and dark. Athletics Being involved in an athletic endeavor is not only a way to have fun, but it also is one of the best ways for a person to maintain a healthy and strong body, living up to the promise each Scout makes "to keep myself physically strong." 17
Other Activities and Programs ATV Experience A $ ATV Experience at the Hood Scout Reservation is a two part adventure. The first part is getting a certification to ride ATV by the ATV Safety Institute and the second is trail riding around the Hood Scout Reservation. This program is for Scouts and Adults. Scouts must be at least 16 years old. All riders must have long sleeve shirts, long pants, and boots. Mountain Boarding Mountain Boarding is an all day program at Spring Camp. When you have some free time come by the High Adventure area and learn to ride. Hood Scout Reservation 5K Trail Run A Scout is physically fit. Are you? Come and join us for a 5K run or 3.1 miles if you don t use metric. It a beautiful run around the Camp on some of the coolest trails. Make sure sign-up Red Cross Wilderness 1 st Aid Designed for scouts and scout leaders, outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who works or spends time in remote environments, this course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Based on the Boy Scouts of America Wilderness First Aid Curriculum and Doctrine Guidelines, this course aligns with OSHA s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. Prerequisites: Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult CPR/AED certification. Must have a minimum 20 people (Youth or Adult) Shooting Sports We will be offering Rifle shooting during free shoot on Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon. 18
Challenge Course and Climbing Merit Badge C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) brings the tradition of the Boy Scouts relationship with the outdoors to the doorstep of new realms of adventure. The course can handle 24 participants. Must Be at least 13 Years Old. COPE programming emphasizes learning by doing. We guide Scouts and Scouters of all sizes, shapes, and physical abilities through initiative problems and low and high ropes challenges to you help you develop Leadership Skills Teamwork Communications Self-esteem Decision Making Skills Problem Solving Ability Goal Setting Skills Confidence Trust Climbing Climbing is not a sport that requires tremendous muscular strength; it demands mental toughness and the willingness to practice hard to master a set of skills. The adventure of climbing can also provide a new way to enjoy the outdoors. Class size will be limited to 15 Scouts 19
2015 Hood Scout Reservation Adventure Camp Troop Sign-Up Form Troop Number: Hometown: Campsite: Total Number of Scouts: Leaders Phone # Email: Last, First name Address Phone Rank Age PD 20
Adventure CAMP 2015 T-SHIRT PRE-ORDER FORM The Adventure Camp T-Shirts will be a short-sleeved T-Shirt featuring Adventure Camp design. All Scouts and Leaders will receive T-shirts. Extra pre-ordered T-Shirts are available at a cost of $10.00 if this completed form is received in the Scout Service Center by February 27, 2015. No secondary order will be placed. T-Shirts will be packaged for the Troops and waiting for you upon your arrival at Adventure Camp. Pre-order the T-Shirt to ensure your Scouts get their requested shirt size. Troop Number: Leader Name: Please order shirts by sizes indicated. Note that each Scout receives a shirt with registration fee. Size ADULT Small ADULT Medium ADULT Large ADULT X- Large ADULT 2XL (add $2.00) ADULT 3XL (add $2.00) Total Number of Shirts: Number for Paid Scouts Number for Paid Adults & Staff Extra T- Shirts $10.00 Scout T-Shirts with $2.00 size charge X $2.00 = $ Extra T-Shirts Ordered X $10.00 = $ Amount Due Online $ Date: Signed: Unit Position: 21
Order of the Arrow Service Corp Volunteer Scout s Name: Age: Rank: Troop: Signature of Scoutmaster for Recommendation: Scout must have reached the rank of Star, be a mature Scout, and a member of the OA. Scouts will serve as a staff member in program areas assisting the Dining Hall, Service Projects, and other needed positions. These positions are based on a first come first serve criteria so please submit applications to the Andrew Jackson Council service center as soon as possible. Fee is $65.00 and includes a T-Shirt. 22
Merit Badge Travel Release Form Chemistry and Composite Materials Merit Badges require the Scouts to travel to specific facilities to complete the requirements. Scouts must have the permission of their parents in order to travel to these locations. Parents and Scoutmasters must complete the information below. Scout s Name: Rank: Troop: Scoutmaster: I as a parent/guardian understand that will be traveling with a group of Scouts leaving Hood Scout Reservation from Adventure Camp to a predetermined destination in order to complete the requirements for a Scouting Merit Badge or other activity. Parent s Name Printed: Parent s Signature: Scoutmaster s Signature: 23
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