Contents Dear Webelos Leaders... 2 Resident Camp Fee Schedule... 3 Special Notes and General Information... 4 Camp Leadership... 4 Letter to Employer... 4 Leaders Meetings... 4 Trading Post... 4 Lost and Found... 4 Visitors... 5 Meal Time... 5 Dining Hall... 6 Health Lodge... 6 Trading Post... 6 Uniform... 6 Camp Security... 7 Health and Safety... 7 Volunteer for Adult Camp Staff at Webelos Resident Camp this summer... 9 Flag Lowering... 9 Report to Camp Check-In Table... 9 Advancements and Activities for Webelos Resident Camp... 10 Online registration... 10 Mail for Scouts... 10 Swim Classification Procedures... 11 Tubing... 11 Camp address... 12 Webelos Scout Equipment List... 14 Typical Schedule at Webelos Scout Resident Camp... 15 Webelos Resident Camp Frequently Asked Questions... 16 1
Dear Webelos Leaders, Camp Mack Morris Adventure Basin is once again ready for the arrival of Webelos Scouts from across West Tennessee! Our theme this year will be The Path to Eagle. We will have many great activities, games, and skits related to this theme. Cubworld also has attractions such as Pirates Ship, Fort John Paul, and Adventure Basin. Here is a list of some of most popular and exciting programs: Campfire program Camp wide evening activity (Examples: movie night, ice cream social, game night) Fishing (bring your own tackle) Scavenger Hunt (to learn the layout of camp) Try to escape the lily pads in our canoeing and kayaking program Play volleyball against Staff Test your skills in the survival course; try your hand at hunting with a spear Pirates Cove Games Get stranded with our Castaway Class Learn how to build a fire in the Scout Skills Program Create a cheer to earn our Spirit Totem Collect resources to prove your survival skills and be recognized as a Survival Master Archery; shooting sports Tug of War Programs Dodge Ball, Sling Shot, rappelling, and much more One of the things you will encounter during your stay at Camp Mack Morris is our warm and friendly staff. Yes, those lovable staff members: Matt, Samuel, Larry, Mike, Linda, Amelia, and Kevin will be back! Our Staff members want you to have the best experience possible; they begin in the winter preparing for your arrival in the summer. Please be aware that each session of Cubworld is open to the first 285 participants (Youth, Adults, and Siblings) so, make your plans and mark your calendars for early 2017 as the opening of online registration. We hope this will give you a better understanding of what our reservation has to offer. Please contact us if you have any questions 731-668-3787 or justin.howell@scouting.org. Yours in Camping, Kat Young Justin Howell Kyle Camp Program Director Camp Director Co-Camp Director 2
Resident Camp Fee Schedule This fee schedule is provided to assist you in planning for Resident Camp. We have included all the fees for camp and program areas. Pay these fees and pay no more. Webelos Resident Camp Fee Schedule: Early Bird Regular Camper Fee $100 (Paid by 5/25/2017) $125 (registered after 5/25/2017) Guest (Adult or Sibling) $50 per person $75 Payments may be made with Checks, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or PayPal (online). No phone payments will be accepted Payments must be received in office by date listed No reservations will be accepted without deposit or payment All deposits and deadlines are made for your convenience and planning purposes, and to assist Camp Mack Morris in planning. Please follow these deadlines to the best of your ability so we can Be Prepared to meet the needs of your Scouts camping experience. The Council reserves the right to close camp weeks to additional sign ups once the maximum capacity of the camp is reached. Refunds of fees (less deposit) will be issued only in cases of illness, family emergency or Scouts relocation. Documents will be required. Deposits and fees are not refundable, but they are transferable to another Scout. All fees must be sent with an updated Fee Payment Sheet Out of Council Packs must provide proof of insurance & tour permit Vehicles in Camp NO RVs or Pop-up camp trailers allowed on the Reservation, no exceptions. All parking must be confined to designated parking lots. No trailers will be allowed in campsites. Your camping equipment will be taken from the parking area to your campsite by our Cubworld Staff. Only camp vehicles and delivery trucks will be permitted beyond the parking areas. The speed limit is 24 miles per hour. No one under 18 will be allowed to drive on the reservation. Camp Mack Morris Scout Reservation takes the safety of each camper seriously and pledges to do the utmost to see that they have a safe and enjoyable environment to pursue the great ideals of Scouting. It is PROHIBITED to drive a truck or trailer on camp property with youths or adults unrestrained in the back or on the sides. This means NO RIDING IN TRUCK BEDS! 3
Special Notes and General Information Camp Leadership National Scouting policy requires two-deep leadership: Two registered adult leaders or one registered adult and a parent of a participating Scout, one of whom must be at least 21 years of age or older, are required for all trips and outings including resident camp. It is not required that each Scout have a parent/guardian attend for the Scout to attend. Cub and Webelos Resident Camp allows the following ratios of leadership to Scouts: # of Scouts # of Leaders Required 1-8 2 9-12 3 13-16 4 17 20 5 Each Pack/Den should provide the required adult leaders for the number of Cub Scouts attending camp. All adult leaders are responsible for the discipline and behavior of their Cub Scouts while at camp. Letter to Employer If you like, the West Tennessee Council stands ready to send a letter to your employer or company telling them about your leadership at Resident Camp and the important role you have in the lives of the boys. You may request this letter by emailing justin.howell@scouting.org. Please be sure to include the name and address of your employer along with a contact person. Leaders Meetings The Leaders Orientation Meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival to review the schedule and plans while your group is at camp. There may also be other leaders meetings held at times to be announced at camp. Do not leave your Pack or Den unless you are sure that there is proper supervision. If you cannot make the meeting, send a representative. These meetings are to review any announcements and/or possible changes. Trading Post The Cubworld Trading Post will be open during key hours of the day, which will be posted outside the Trading Post. It is well stocked with Scout supplies, soft drinks, cold water, ice cream, snacks, and fun items for the boys. Recommended $40 for Trading Post! Most boys will find their way to the Trading Post several times during their stay at camp. We hope that our Trading Post will enhance your stay and make for a very enjoyable camp experience. We recommend that each Pack establish a banking system with an adult banker to help safeguard the money that the boys bring to camp. We also accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover. Lost and Found Lost and found is located in the Dining Hall. Please ask the Admin office for assistance in the event of a lost item. The West Tennessee Council is not responsible, for items lost or stolen while at camp. 4
Visitors The closing campfire for each session is a great family event! We encourage all family members to visit Camp Mack Morris Scout Reservation at this time to spend the evening with their Scout(s). Dinner will be served for all registered campers. Any family member that desires to have dinner with a Scout needs to simply stop at the camp office The Cripple Crab sign in and pay for the meal. The cost for visitor s meals is $5.00 for breakfast, $5.00 for lunch and $5.00 for supper, per person, per meal. WEBELOS Resident Camp: Visitors need to arrive between 5:00-5:30 pm to have dinner with their Scout(s) Please check with your Scout s group leader for actual meal time. Meal Time Prior to each meal, campers assemble at the dining hall with seating arranged by campsite. A rest period follows lunch. Field Dress (Class A) Uniforms should be worn for all evening meals. Leaving Camp NO ONE may leave camp property without first signing out. Please check with one of the Camp Directors or the Camp Commissioner for more details. A sign out/in sheet will be provided in the Cubworld Dining Hall. Insurance Each Pack in the West Tennessee Council is covered by supplemental accident and sickness insurance. This will cover members while at camp, as well as at other Scouting activities. Benefits are to cover deductibles or co-pays. Please submit a copy of your primary insurance card with a medical form for each person (Scout, adult and sibling) attending camp. If a boy is not covered under other insurance, please submit a signed statement from the parent stating this. *Note: The West Tennessee Council does NOT insure packs visiting from outside the Council. These packs must have insurance either through their Pack or through their home council. Please send proof of insurance along with your initial Resident Camp registration. General Cleanliness Let's be clean in everything we do. Hot showers are available for Scouts and Leaders. Help us keep camp, latrines, and shower houses clean. Trash barrels are in each campsite and throughout camp. Please remember to leave camp cleaner than you found it. Siblings A fee of $50.00 is charged per Guest (Adults and Siblings.) Everyone attending must have Parts A and B of the BSA medical form. A copy can be found at the Council website. Camp Planning Meeting WEBELOS RESIDENT CAMP A Pre-Camp Leaders Meeting will be held on May 9, 2017 for adult leaders attending Webelos Resident Camp. The meeting will be held at the Council Service Center (Council Offices) in Jackson. It is important that a representative from each Pack attending camp come to this meeting; any changes/updates will be announced in this meeting. 5
Pet Policy NO PETS ALLOWED IN CAMP, NO EXCEPTIONS!!! Dining Hall Please DO NOT wear hats in the Dining Hall We thank you for your support, and to show our thanks we have focused considerable effort on upgrading the quantity and quality of food served in the Dining Hall. Note: Special menus are available for those groups or individuals with special dietary needs due to medical or religious reasons, but we must know your needs ahead of time in order to have those meals prepared. Meal Times: Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Lunch Supper Noon 6:30 p.m. Health Lodge A health officer is on duty 24 hours a day to handle minor health and first aid needs. In addition, a local, licensed physician is on call at all times. In case of an emergency, the local hospital will provide necessary treatment. Office (Located in the Dining Hall) the office is the first place you will see when you arrive at camp to register. Everyone there will be happy to provide you with any information you may need. Trading Post Our well-equipped Trading Post provides snacks, drinks, craft supplies, Scout paraphernalia, Camp Mack Morris souvenirs, an expanded book selection, personal items a Scout might need during his stay, and a few other surprises. We have bagged ice available. The Trading Post will provide each troop with 2 bags of ice a day. Uniform Before 5:55 p.m., a Class B uniform (Scout T-shirt, shorts/long pants, Scout socks) may be worn. During the retreat and supper, a Class A uniform should be worn. Complete uniform is our goal, but Scoutmasters should use discretion for Scouts without full uniform. Shoes and shirt must be worn at all times in the camp. Please don't allow a Scout to miss camp because he doesn't have a uniform. Why do the Boy Scouts have a uniform? For the same reason that the Indians used to wear similar clothing; and for the same reason a football or baseball team wears a uniform; because a uniform gives a standard to be met, promotes group spirit and designates equality from the start among members within the group. At camp, the official Scout uniform is appropriate dress at any time during the week. We encourage units to wear their uniforms during chapel services and require all Scouts to be in full uniform for the evening meals and evening flag retreat. In general, demonstrate your troop spirit and Scouting pride by being the best-uniformed troop in camp! Cleanliness and Sanitation A Scout is clean. Trash bags are provided to each troop and a trash run will be made on a daily basis. Latrines and showers are to be cleaned daily by the troop or troops using the facilities. Cleaning supplies are available through the Camp Commissioner or Program Director. Laundry facilities are available to camp leaders the key for this is available at the Camp Office. Daily campsite inspections are conducted by the Camp Commissioner. 6
Camp Security An important aspect of youth protection at camp is controlling visitors in the camp. Scout uniforms are powerful validation symbols making anyone wearing one seem to be in the right place at a Scout camp. Unfortunately, almost anyone can obtain a uniform, whether or not they are registered members of BSA. Everyone in attendance at the camp must wear identification that signifies legitimate participation in the camping program. Wristbands, such as those used in hospitals, will be Camp Mack Morris s method. The importance of wearing this identification will be stressed when the unit checks in. It is not necessary to explain the youth protection aspect of this identification beyond its signifying a properly registered participant in the camp program. All visitors to the camp must stop at the camp office and sign in. A guest book for this purpose will be maintained and positive identification required. A special visitor name tag will be given that will easily identify the person as a legitimate visitor. Upon conclusion of their visit, guests will sign out so that camp administrators will know who is on camp property at all times. Any time a person is spotted in camp without either a visitor s nametag, or camp participant wristband, that person should be escorted to the office to sign in (and so staff personnel may determine why that person is on camp property). Health and Safety Camp Mack Morris Scout Reservation takes the safety of each camper very seriously and pledges to see that they have a safe and enjoyable environment to pursue the great ideals of Scouting. NO bicycles, scooters, skates, or skateboards are allowed in camp. CLOSED-TOED SHOES must be worn at all times especially when attending the BB and Archery Range. The campsites are not equipped with electricity. Should you require a medical device which depends on a power source, you should plan to bring a battery pack or a small quiet generator. Smoking & other tobacco usage Scouts are not allowed to smoke or use tobacco at camp. Adults may, but are asked to move out of sight and downwind of scouts. Absolutely NO smoking is allowed in building or tents. These regulations apply to all forms of smoking, including E-cigs and vaporizers. While tobacco free equivalents may not be as harmful, they are still bad examples to set for the scouts. To that end, we ask that you treat those as you would cigarettes. Ticks All participants on day of arrival will be cautioned and directed as to the risk of tick borne disease, and the precautions and procedures to be followed. All exposed persons will receive written information pertaining to the exposure and appropriate follow-up care. (For youth, the information will be provided to the responsible adult). Mosquitoes Mosquito bites can cause severe skin irritation through an allergic reaction to the mosquitoes saliva this is what causes the red bump and itching. But a more serious consequence of some mosquito bites may be transmission of certain diseases, such as the West Nile Virus. 7
What can I do to reduce my risk of being bitten? Each week before the start of camp, campsites are sprayed to reduce the number of mosquitoes and ticks present. Though mosquitoes are most active at dusk and dawn, it is advisable to use bug repellent at all times. Brown Recluse Spiders The Brown Recluse Spider is one of six poisonous kinds of spiders in the United States and are usually found in dark places. When outside, they can be found in piles of rocks, wood, or leaves. Brown Recluse Spiders are soft-bodied, yellowish-tan to dark brown, about ¼ to ½ inch long and have long, delicate grayish to dark brown legs covered with short, dark hairs. The leg span is about the size of a half dollar. Distinguishing characteristics are the presence of three pairs of eyes arranged in a semicircle on the forepart of the head and a violin-shaped, dark marking immediately behind the semicircle of eyes. How to avoid getting bitten? Be careful in areas where they like to spend time like rock and wood piles. Shake out clothing and shoes before dressing, and inspect bedding and towels before using. Bite Symptoms The severity of a person s reaction to the bite depends on the amount of venom injected and individual sensitivity to it. Bite effects may be nothing at all, immediate or delayed. Some may not be aware of the bite for 2 to 8 hours, while others may feel a stinging sensation usually followed by intense pain if there is a severe reaction. A small white blister usually rises at the bite site surrounded by a large congested and swollen area. The affected area enlarges, becomes inflamed and the tissue is hard to the touch. Wash the bite well with soap and water. Apply ice to the area, elevate it and keep it still. Follow the Rules of the Road Seek Immediate Medical Attention for Spider Bites and Bee/Wasp Stings!Avoid Accidents with insects and spiders: BEFORE REACHING INTO CONCEALED AREAS Be alert for spiders under logs, stones, benches, and tables. Inspect clothing, shoes, bedding, and latrines before use. YIELD TO BEES and Wasps Know that most beverages and foods attract bees/wasps. Always keep trash cans tightly covered. SPIDERS, WASPS AND BEES DISTURB Avoid painful bites and stings; always give spiders, wasps, and bees the right-of-way. Report any spider, bee, or wasp nests to adult leaders. 8
Volunteer for Adult Camp Staff at Webelos Resident Camp this summer Does your Pack have some extra adults who need something special to do at camp? Maybe you can provide some Volunteer Adult Camp Staff Members this summer. Talk to the adults who work with your Unit. See if anyone wants to teach their favorite skill at camp to boys from your Den/Pack and other Dens/Packs. Please send an email to justin.howell@scouting.org with the following information: Name, Pack Number, Session attending, contact phone, email address, and area they would like to teach/assist and we will inform the Program Director. Adults from your group may also want to help out at camp in other ways. We always need help with plumbing and electrical work, carpentry, and other camp maintenance which you may also contact us via email for these areas. If there are questions, we will get back in touch with you. Remember that your Den/Pack needs at least one adult with your Scouts at all times. If someone from your Den/Pack volunteers to teach classes or do other work away from your campsite, you may need extra adults to make sure you have sufficient leaders at all times for your Den/Pack. Flag Lowering Each evening the entire camp will assemble for flag lowering at the Dining Hall. Class A uniforms should be worn at flag lowering program. Only campers with complete Class A attire may participate in the color guard for flag raising and lowering. Resident Camp Check-In Procedure WEBELOS: Arrival on WEDNESDAY of Each Session Check-In: Check in time is between 11:00 am and 1:00 pm on your arrival day. DO NOT arrive prior to 11:00 am. Lunch will not be provided; the first meal is the evening meal. Packs are assigned campsites and activity groups at check-in. If part of a Pack arrives later the same day or the following day they may be assigned to different campsites and different activities. Report to Camp Check-In Table WITH A COMPLETED MEDICAL FORM(S) AND COPIES OF INSURANCE CARDS FOR EVERYONE STAYING ON CAMP MACK MORRIS RESVERATION (This includes all Scouts, Leaders, Siblings and Adults). Medical forms will be returned at the close of camp upon Check-Out. 9
Advancements and Activities for Webelos Resident Camp Webelos Cast Iron Cooking Webelos Walk About First year Webelos will be given the opportunity to work on, no option, six (6) adventure pins as well as enjoy all of the usual fun of camp. Adventure Pin classes will be assigned onsite the first day of camp. These include: Aquanaut, Into the Woods, Into the Wild, and First Responder. Additionally, BB, Archery, and canoeing skill classes are offered. If your Scout(s) have already earned the activity awards being offered, or just feel like doing something different, they can sign up to do the Boy Scout Skills Sessions. Boys must choose to do either the activity badges or Boy Scout Skills; they will not be able to do both and will not be able to switch back and forth. Arrow of Light Camper, Scouting Adventure, Cyber Chip, Castaway, Tubing, boating, and Aquanaut Second year Webelos have the option to participate in the Boy Scout Skills Sessions. There are four 2-hour sessions offered. The four sessions will cover Fire Safety, First Aid, Knots and Lashings, Map & Compass. These sessions will be signed up for as a block. Webelos Resident Camp Online registration available at www.wtacbsa.org Mail for Scouts: Scouts enjoy receiving news from home. (No mail should be sent later than Wednesday) Mail may be addressed to scouts in camp to: Scout Pack # Camp Mack Morris 455 Camp Mack Morris Rd Camden, TN 38320 731-584-8484 10
Swim Classification Procedures The swim classification of individuals participating in a Boy Scouts of America activity is a key element in our Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat. The swim classification tests should be renewed annually, preferably at the beginning of each outdoor season. Traditionally, the swim classification test has only been conducted at a long-term summer camp. However, there is no restriction that this has to be the only place the test is conducted. It may be more useful to conduct the swim classification prior to a unit going to summer camp. If your Pack/Den does a swim check prior to arrival at camp, you still need to report to the Waterfront upon arrival in order to have your paperwork checked by a Camp Mack Morris Lifeguard and to receive your armbands & buddy tags. All persons participating in BSA aquatics are classified according to swimming ability. The classification tests and test procedures have been developed and structured to demonstrate a skill level consistent with the circumstances in which the individual will be in the water. The Swimmer's Test demonstrates the minimum level of swimming ability for recreational and instructional activity in a confined body of water with a maximum 12-foot depth and with shallow water footing or pier edge always within 25 feet of the swimmer. The various components of each test evaluate the several skills essential to the minimum level of swimming ability. Each step of the test is important and should be followed as listed below: Swimmer s Test: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, and begin swimming. Swim 75 yards in a strong manner using one or more of the following strokes: side stroke, breast stroke, Trudgen or crawl; then swim 25 yards using an easy resting back stroke. The 100 yards must be swum continuously and include at least one sharp turn. After completing the swim, rest by floating. Beginner s Test: Jump feet first into water over the head in depth, level off, swim 25 feet on the surface, stop, turn sharply, resume swimming as before, and return to starting place. Once the swim classification has been conducted, complete the Unit Swim Classification Record (located in the Forms Section of this guide) and bring to camp. If you are unable to conduct a pre-camp swim classification, don t hesitate coming to camp. We will conduct swim classification at camp and all Webelos will have the opportunity to take Aquanaut or participate in free swim. Swim checks can be conducted by Aquatics Instructor Boy Scouts of America, Aquatics Supervisor, Boy Scouts of America Lifeguard, or American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Canoeing We are excited to offer a canoeing class for our Webelos! In order to participate, your scout MUST be at least a beginner and be accompanied by an adult swimmer. If two scouts wish to canoe together, they must both have passed their swimmer test. Tubing Tubing will be offered for the first time at Camp Mack Morris for Webelos. 11
Camp address is: 455 Camp Mack Morris Rd, Camden,TN 38320 All payments, forms and correspondence should be sent to Council Service Center. 12
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Webelos Scout Equipment List Flashlight Pillow 2 pair sneakers Swim suit Webelos uniform 1 pair of pants 2 towels Pajamas 2 pair of shorts Webelos Book Neckerchief and slide 3 pair of socks Pencils and paper Sleeping bag or blanket Raincoat or poncho Jacket or sweater Personal health & medical form 4 sets of underwear Scout t-shirts Insect repellent/sunscreen Water Bottle Personal toilet articles (i.e. soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, shampoo, etc.) Recommend $40 for Trading Post Equipment Suggestions for Leaders In addition to the list of equipment above, leaders may want to consider the following items: Lawn chair Den or Pack Water Cooler Small First-Aid kit Water bottle Props for closing campfire skits Song books and skit books Knapsack to carry the Den s rain gear during camp Clipboard or folding notebook to carry notes and handouts Camp lantern (battery only, No chemical fuel) Pack Flag (if available) Optional Equipment Camera, fishing pole(s) and tackle, musical instrument, mosquito net or repellent, Bible or prayer book 14
7:00 AM Typical Schedule at Webelos Scout Resident Camp WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 7:00 7:15 AM Formation 7:15 AM Formation AM Formation 7:25 7:25 AM Flag Raising 7:25 AM Flag Raising AM Flag Raising 7:30 7:30 AM Breakfast 7:30 AM Breakfast AM Breakfast 8:00 AM 8:00 AM to Class 1 Class 3 11:00 AM 11:00 AM to 15 minute break to 15 minute break Camp Closed 9:45AM - 10:00AM 9:45AM - 10:00AM 10:45AM 10:45AM 10:45 AM 10:45 AM Class 4 10:00 to to AM 11:45 AM Elective 11:45 AM Part A 12:00 PM Lunch 12:00 PM Lunch 9:00 AM Begin check out 11:00 AM Final Checkout Arrival/ Check In 1:00 PM 1:00 PM And 12:00 NO LUNCH to PM Camp Closed Swim Checks 1:00 PM Elective 1:45 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00PM Class 2 1:00PM Setup gear and campsite as needed to to to 15 minute break 3:45 PM 4:45 PM 2:45PM - 3:00PM 2:00 PM Class 4 Part B 4:00 PM 4:45 PM 2:00 PM Leaders Meeting Elective Water to at Dining Hall to to Carnival 4:45 PM 5:45 PM 5:45 PM Free Time 6:15 PM Free Time Formation 6:15 PM Formation 6:15 PM Formation 6:25 PM Flag Lowering 6:25 PM Flag Lowering 6:25 PM Flag Lowering 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Dinner 6:30 PM Dinner 7:30 to 7:45 PM 7:45 PM Opening Camp Fire To 8:30 PM Camp Activity 15 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM Dinner 8:30 PM Closing Camp Fire 8:30 PM 8:30 to Free Time 8:30 PM Free Time to Free Time 9:45 PM 9:45 PM 10:00 PM Lights Out 10:00 PM Lights Out 10:00 PM Lights Out PATROL 1 PATROL 2 PATROL 3 PATROL 4 Activity Period Scout Skill Scout Skill Scout Skill Scout Skill 1 Fire Safety First Aid Map & Compass Knots & Lashings 2 Map & Compass Fire Safety Knots & Lashings First Aid 3 Knots & Lashings Map & Compass First Aid Fire Safety 4 First Aid Knots & Lashings Fire Safety Map & Compass
How do we register? Webelos Resident Camp Frequently Asked Questions Each Webelos Scout registers individually online for Webelos Resident Camp. This can be found on-line at www.wtacbsa.org. Do we register as a Pack/Den? NO each Cub Scout or Webelos Scout needs to register using the 2017 Webelos Resident Camp registration system located on the Council website. Can my Cub Scout attend Webelos Resident Camp? A Cub Scout may attend as a sibling ($50 fee will apply) however there will be no program activities offered for Cub Scouts at Webelos Resident Camp. Cub Scouts should consider attending Spring Family Camp. Does an adult have to attend with my Scout? YES. The preferred leadership ratio is 1 to 1. Since this cannot always be the case, two-deep leadership is required. Cub Scout Resident / Webelos Resident Camp allows the following ratio of leadership to scouts: 1-8 Scouts require 2 Leaders; Adult leadership is required. Do leaders and adults go free? No. Each person who is not attending as a Scout pays $50.00. This is to cover the cost of meals during your stay at camp How do I know when the rest of my Scout Pack is going? Contact your Den Leader, Cubmaster, and/or your Pack s camping coordinator. I missed the deadline; can I fax my paperwork and mail my check? No. All Scouts should use the online registration system. Faxing forms will not be considered as meeting a deadline. Forms and payment must arrive together at the Council Office no later than the deadline date. If forms and payment are postmarked by or on the deadline date, they will have met the deadline. How do I know what Adventure Loops or Adventure Pins to sign the boys up for? Webelos Scouts will sign up for activities onsite after arriving at camp. Second Year Webelos can also participate in the Boy Scout Skills Round Robin Program. Their session will be thematically arranged so that on each day of programming they will sample sets of Scout Skills in a show and do format. Second Year Webelos may also choose to do individual activity badges instead of the Boy Scout Skills Round Robin Program. Note that when they choose the Boy Scout Skills Round Robin Program they CANNOT also do the first year adventure badges. Scout Skills must be pre-registered at the time the Scout is registered for camp. Cub Scouts will sign up for activities after arriving at camp. 16
Does my entire Pack/Den need to arrive at the same time? Packs are assigned to camp sites and activity groups by who is present at check-in. If you want to camp together, you should check-in together. This will help keep activity size consistent. If part of the Pack/Den arrives the next day, they may be assigned to different campsites and different activity groups. What do I do with the medical form? Hang on to it and make copies. You will need to present a completed medical form for each Scout, and Guest (Adults and Siblings) when you check in at camp. You cannot stay on Camp Mack Morris Reservation without a current and complete medical form. Any medical forms mailed to the Council Service Center will be returned to you. My child has a special diet. What should I do? The camp staff will work with anyone who requires assistance in this area due to medical necessity. The kitchen facilities at Cubworld are limited to refrigerator and microwave. Do we bring tents? Is bedding provided? Wall tents on wooden platforms are provided and each tent contains 2 cots with mattresses. You will need to provide sheets, sleeping bags and pillows. You may bring your own tent if you prefer. Do the campsites have electricity? No. Should you require items such as medical equipment which necessitate power, you should plan to bring a battery pack or small quiet generator. Can we cook in our campsites? No. All meals are served in a staffed Dining Hall setting. Can we have a campfire in our campsites? Only with advanced approval from one of the Camp Directors and only in designated areas. These arrangements should be made when you arrive at camp. My Scout has just gone to Day Camp. What will my Scout experience at Resident Camp that will make it different from Day Camp? An overnight camping experience on a 1,200 acre reservation full of nature and wildlife with a whole new set of crafts, games and activities. A Cubworld setting full of exciting stations and activities such as a fort, castle, and pirate ships. Are E-Cigs and vaporizers allowed? Please follow the normal smoking regulations for these items. 17