Super Weekend 2015 Leader Guide February 13-15, 2015 BSA Mission Statement The mission of the Boy Scouts of America to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law. Super Weekend 2015 Central Florida Council s annual Super Weekend will be held at Camp La-No-Che in Paisley Florida from February 13th through February 15th. Super Weekend will have a program for Venturers and Sea Scouts. The program begins Friday night at 8 pm in the Dining Hall. For reservation information, contact: Camp La-No-Che P.O. Box 489 Paisley, FL 32767 Phone: 352-669-8558 Fax: 352-669-7636 Email: pam@camplanoche.com http://www.camplanoche.com Policy Statement The programs and facilities of the Central Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America, are available to everyone who meets Scouting s membership requirements and qualifications. No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination in the use of the same. The Central Florida Council does not provide Camper s Accident Insurance. Fees Scout Attendee = $28.00 Adult Attendee = $28.00 COPE option =$10.00 These fees are for online registration. Walk-in registration shall be $30.00 per person. Participation in COPE on Sunday will be by allotted space only, and is limited to the first 32 registrants. Registration Registration is to be completed per the online Registration Form: http://cflscouting.doubleknot.com/event/2015-super-weekend/1654132 All registrations are due by February 11, 2015. Attendee space for the COPE option is available on a first come first served basis.
Meals Meals will be provided at Camp La-No-Che s W. T. Blanding Dining Hall. Beginning with breakfast on Saturday, February 14th and ending with breakfast on Sunday February 15th. A sack lunch will be provided for participants in the COPE option. If there are any special dietary needs, please call the camp office or e-mail kathy@camplanoche.com prior to your arrival so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Campers Crews, Ships and Posts Crews, Ships and Posts attending with more than four (4) youth must provide at least two (2) adult leaders, and abide by the Guide to Safe Scouting. Both of these adult leaders must have Youth Protection Training. All assignments will be made per the available campsite space at the time of registration. Units are encouraged to provide their own tents, as Camp LaNoChe is undergoing renovations. Program Theme The theme for Super Weekend will be super heroes. Costumes are encouraged. Movie Night The movie Guardians of the Galaxy will be shown in the W. T. Blanding Dining Hall Friday evening. This activity is open to the entire camp. Popcorn and drinks will be provided. Crew Competitions All crews are expected to participate in the five Adventure competitions Saturday morning and three Sports activities Saturday afternoon. Points will be awarded based on the entire crew efforts and achievements for the eight activities. Ribbons and trophies will be awarded Sunday morning. Spirit Award In addition to the competition ribbons and trophies, a Spirit Award will be given to the crew showing Scouting Spirit through the weekend. Points will be awarded for participation, costumes, helpfulness and cheerfulness. Camp Fire Rave Saturday night all crews are invited to attend a party at the Council Fire Ring. There will be music, glow sticks, cracker barrel and fun for all. Camp Day 3 (December 29th) at the Council Ring (8 PM). Snacks will be available for purchase during the campfire. Following the show, there will be a Cracker Barrel in the Dining Hall. Scout s Own Religious Service Sunday morning we will hold a religious service in the chapel. All crews are encouraged to attend. Immediately following the religious service will be the presentation of awards and trophies. C.O.P.E. Option From 9 12 on Sunday there will be an optional activity at the new Adventure Tower, involving three activities in the air. There is an additional charge of $10.00 per person
for this option. The fee includes a sack lunch. Registration for this option is limited to the first 32 youth registrants. Adult Leader Information/Adult Leadership in Camp Each un it must have two (2) deep leadership per the Guide to Safe Scouting.. These adult leaders must have Youth Protection Training. Adult/Youth Leader Orientation Meeting and Daily Meeting There will be a meeting for all Adult/Youth Leaders on February 13th at 8:00 PM in the Dining Hall. During this meeting you will be introduced to Super Weekend by the Camp Management and receive important information concerning your Unit s stay at La-No- Che. It is very important that your Adult/Youth Leaders attend this meeting. Uniforms During the day there are no specific uniform requirements, however, all campers must wear closed-toe shoes at all times. The only exception is that flip flops, aqua socks, or sandals may be worn in the campsite when going to the shower. It is required to wear the BSA Field Uniform (Class A) for evening flag and dinner, and for the Scout s Own Religious Service. Cotton pants are required for the COPE activities. At least one crew member must wear cotton pants for the Saturday activities. Emergencies In case of an emergency of any type, go directly to the Florida Hospital Health Lodge. Medical Services A resident Health Officer is available at all times to deal with accidents and sickness. He or she is not a medical doctor but is qualified to administer first aid and deal with emergencies and minor sickness. The Central Florida Council does not provide sickness and accident insurance. Each Troop must provide proof of insurance and claim sheet at check-in. Valuables The Leonard and Marjorie Williams Family Scout Reservation management and staff will not be responsible for individual camper or unit valuables while in camp. Vehicles To protect our camp and all Scouters, we ask that all vehicles be parked in the main parking lot. Vehicles will be allowed to transport gear to and from campsites on Friday night and Sunday morning. Units will be permitted to park one (1) vehicle at the campsite. No golf carts will be allowed in camp, unless there is preapproval by camp management. Leave No Trace While at Camp La-No-Che, all Units and Scouts should abide by the principles of Leave No Trace. Please make every effort to maintain the camp s appearance.
Camp Alarms Camp 2015 Lightning Alarm Action Plan Florida is the lightning capital of the world and represents a hazard that all should be made keenly aware. This plan has been developed for the use of Scouts, Scout Leaders, and Staff while camping and/or participating in activities at Camp La-N0-Che. Camp La-No-Che is equipped with a lightning detection system called Thor Guard. The system senses lightning within a predetermined safety zone it sounds an alert. Red Alert: You will hear one fifteen (15) second blast of the air horns. This alarm means that lightning is close and you need to seek appropriate shelter where you should remain until given the all clear signal. Safe shelter locations are provided below: LOCATION SAFE SHELTER Campsites Campsite Activity Pavilion Dr. Phillips Park nearest Activity Pavilion or Camp Building Camp Trails nearest Activity Pavilion or Camp Building Eagle Area Rotary Lodge Ecology Building Health Lodge Health Lodge Climbing Tower Bike/Climbing Barn Healthcraft Healthcraft Pavilion Scoutcraft Scoutcraft Pavilion Stem Rotary Lodge Pottery Pottery Building Rifle Rifle Range Shotgun Shotgun Range Archery Archery Range Quartermaster Quartermaster Building Dining Hall Dining Hall Please keep your distance from windows, screen openings, and perimeter railings for your protection. Further direction may be provided by the Camp Management Staff, as needed. All Clear: You will hear three (3), five (5) second blasts of the air horn. The area should now be considered safe and you may proceed, but still be cautious of dangerous weather, as it still may be near the camp. Camp Wide Emergency In the event there is a camp wide emergency, a wailing (air raid) siren will sound. If you hear this siren, please proceed to the designated area, line up with your unit, take roll call, have your SPL report to the Camp Commissioner that your unit is accounted for, and wait for further instructions from the camp staff. Everyone, youth and adults must report to the designated area during a camp wide emergency alarm; unless instructed otherwise by the camp staff. Safety Rules One fire is permitted per campsite in the fire ring. Do not use pine cones, pine needles, Spanish moss, kerosene, or gasoline in the fire. While burning, the fire must be
attended at all times. Before leaving the fire, water must be used until the fire is completely out and the ashes are cool. No flames or fires of any kind are permitted in tents. Stick, roll-on, or pump insect repellant and deodorant is preferred, and aerosol should be avoided if possible. If aerosol of any kind must be used, it must be used outside of tents and under adult supervision. Closed shoes must be worn at all times. Open shoes, flip flops, or sandals may be used between campsite and latrine. Riding on the tailgate of a car or in the back of a pickup truck is prohibited. All vehicles must be parked in the main camp parking lot. Extension cords may be used only inside buildings. Camouflage is highly discouraged at Camp La-No-Che. Use of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances are not permitted. Any individual or group violating this rule must leave the facility. No fireworks or privately owned firearms are permitted on council-owned property. In the event of a camp-wide emergency (i.e., fire, tornado, etc.), the siren will sound. Upon hearing the siren, all personnel will assemble at their respective wave flag poles and wait for instructions. All bicycle riders must wear safety helmets. Boy Scouts of America Smoke-Free Policy Boy Scouts of America policy is to provide a smoke-free environment for all Scouting participants. Therefore, smoking is not allowed at La-No-Che in the presence of youth or in buildings. You may smoke only in the designated adult break area behind the Trading Post. Thank you Check-In-Procedure Check-in tables will be located at the parking lot. Each unit will receive their campsite assignment, a camp map and patches at check-in. Units An adult leader should proceed to the check in table and have the following forms ready for review by Camp Staff: Roster of all youth and adults A complete official Annual B.S.A. Health and Medical Record Form #680-001 for every Scout and adult attending camp. The Parent s/guardian signature (or Participant s signature if over 18 years of age) must be on Part B and the Physician s signature must be on the Part C of the form, and the date of the physical s signature on Part C must be less than 12 calendar months before arrival at camp. In addition, please do not provide a binder that contains your Troop s medical forms National Tour Permit (For out of Council Units) You will receive all of your Super Weekend information at this time and receive a campsite assignment. Please ask for a map of Camp La-No-Che if you are new to camp and one will be provided.