Dear Adult Leader,
Summer Camp is the highlight for many young men as they progress through
the Scouting program. It is an honor that your Troop has selected Camp
Lakota to provide this opportunity for the Scouts of your unit. While at camp
your Scouts will experience Scouting the “Lakota way”: with the Scout Oath and
Law as their guide, Lake Glengary as their scenery, and a staff fully committed
to supporting your troop with a broad range of activities.
We offer training and programming in all aspects of Scouting: advancement,
adult association, Scouting ideals, leadership development, and true outdoor
experiences in the lush forests and varied topography of Camp Lakota. We
encourage individual, patrol, and troop programs for a well-rounded Scouting
experience. We focus on the whole Scouting experience that immerses Scouts
in Scouting for an entire week—the Lakota Experience.
We hope this Leader’s Guide will answer many questions you have about the
program we are scheduling for the summer of 2016. Please read this guide
thoroughly, as it is the first step in having a successful experience at our camp
this summer.
On behalf of the Black Swamp Area Council Camping Committee and the staff,
we wish to thank you for attending Camp Lakota this summer.
Welcome to the Lakota Experience!
Yours in Scouting,
Doug Speer
Lakota Reservation Director
Phone: 419-203-3827
E-Mail: [email protected]
Eric Remlinger
Lakota Boy Scout Program Director
Phone: 740-816-4208
E-Mail:[email protected]
Zach Orchard
Lakota Assistant Program Director
Phone: 567-356-0046
E-mail: [email protected]
Camp Lakota
2180 Ginter Road
Defiance, Ohio 43512
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Table of Contents
History of Camp Lakota………………………………………………...4-L
What’s New………………………………………………………...……5-L
General Camp Information and Procedures………………………....6-L
Camp Meetings………………………………………………………….6-L
Camp Policies and Fee Related Information………………………...9-L
Check-In Procedures………………………………………………….10-L
Dining Information…………………………………………………….13-L
Check-Out Procedures………………………………………………..14-L
Camp Programs………………………...……………………………..16-L
Block Programs…………………...…………………………………...23-L
Adult Leader Training…………………………………………………24-L
Awards and Certifications…………………………………………….25-L
Merit Badge Program………………………...……………………….26-L
Camp Map……………………………………………………………...28-L
General Council Information
General Information………………………………………………1-BSAC
Fees/ Payments…………………………………………………..2-BSAC
How To Bring Your Troop To Camp……………………………3-BSAC
General Camp Policies & Guidelines……………………….….5-BSAC
What To Bring to Camp…………………………………………13-BSAC
Summer Camp Refund Policy………………………………….14-BSAC
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HISTORY OF CAMP LAKOTA
On June 14, 1941, the Shawnee Council, Boy Scouts of America dedicated 225
acres south of Defiance, Ohio, “to the task of helping boys retain their Scouting
ideals for the guidance of their adult lives.” Ten years later, in 1951, a contest
was held to name this encampment. “Camp Lakota” was chosen, winning out
over names like Nowata and Little Turtle. The Council purchased more land
during the 1960s and began construction of Lake Glengary in 1969.
In recognition of a local Eagle Scout’s, and former Lakota campers
accomplishment of walking on the moon that year, the Council named its new
outpost camp area Camp Neil Armstrong.
Today, Camp Lakota—the name commonly used for both Lakota and Neil
Armstrong camps—is owned and operated by the Black Swamp Area Council,
BSA. The camp covers 640 acres, including the 48 acre Lake Glengary, and is
bordered on the west side by the Auglaize River. The camp houses 18
conservation-type campsites: 13 on the Lakota side of the reservation and 5 on
the Neil Armstrong side. The program areas are primarily located around Lake
Glengary. A typical week of camp includes 175 - 200 Scouts that are offered a
myriad of opportunities for individual attention.
Due to its large size, varied geography, and hiking and canoeing opportunities,
Camp Lakota is considered by many to provide a “rustic” summer camp experience. We know you will enjoy all that Camp Lakota has to offer, and we
welcome you to the Lakota Experience!
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WHAT’S NEW?
We want you to know what is new and exciting this year at Camp Lakota.
Below you’ll find a quick summary of the newest and most exciting aspects of
our camp:
Sunday Supper
Will now be at 6:00pm
C.O.P.E. Revamp
C.O.P.E will now be offered in the mornings on Monday and
Tuesday, with an associated outbound. Open C.O.P.E. will take place on
Wednesday and Thursday.
Trash Pick up!
Who knew that trash could be so exciting? There will be a trash
pick up every evening for those troops who choose to eat in their campsite, and
a camp-wide trash pick up on Wednesday evening.
Fast Pass
Sunday Check-In Fast Pass will be issued for all units that have
their fees paid and medical needs assessed at 10-Day Out Meeting
NEW STEM Area
Our TLE Area has transformed into a Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics area!
NEW CAMP FACILITIES
Facility improvements are made each year at Camp Lakota in order to enhance
not only the summer camp opportunity, but also to provide positive year-round
experiences. The following projects have, or will be, completed by the summer
camp season:
Zip Line
The zip line will be available for ALL campers during open
programming. This will be available on Wednesday and Thursday.
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GENERAL CAMP INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
Administration Building:
All Scouts, adult leaders, and visitors are to check in and out at the
front lobby of the Administration Building. Be sure that the “Sign-In,
Sign-Out” sheet is completed before leaving and upon returning to
camp after check-in on Sunday. Visitors without proper visitor passes
or identification will not be allowed in camp.
Forms:
Forms, schedules, maps, etc. can be found on the website and will be
handed out, along with other information, at the March 12th & April
16th Summer Camp Orientation Meeting.
CAMP MEETINGS
Summer Camp Orientation Meeting
A Summer Camp Orientation Meeting will be held on Saturday, March 12th,
2016, at Camp Berry from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. and on Saturday April 16,
2016, at Camp Lakota from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Presentations by BOTH
camps will be available at each meeting. Feel free to a ttend the date that
works best for you! This meeting will provide you with updates on program
opportunities and other enhancements. We consider this Leader’s Guide to be
your introduction and orientation to be your chance to meet administrators and
directors, ask
questions, clarify procedures, and look around camp. Please
be sure that at least one representative of your unit attends, though we prefer
that the Senior Patrol Leader and the Scoutmaster are both in attendance. An
unbeatable Lakota experience starts with this meeting.
Ten-Day-Out Meeting
The final pre-camp meeting is the 10-Day-Out Meeting. This meeting is held at
the Administration Pavilion (beside the Administration Building/Trading Post),
with the meal beginning at 6:30 p.m. We strongly encourage you to send your
Senior Patrol Leader, Scoutmaster, and one Assistant Scoutmaster—they will
eat for free. 24 HOURS AFTER THIS MEETING THE DOUBLEKNOT
SYSTEM WILL LOCKDOWN. ALL ROSTER CHANGES MUST BE MADE
BEFORE THIS LOCKDOWN. TROOPS WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY RESERVATION THAT IS NOT REMOVED PRIOR TO LOCKDOWN. THIS INCLUDES
UN-NAMED YOUTH OR ADULTS.
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Any additional leaders (beyond the first three) that wish to attend this meeting
are welcome for $7.00 each, to cover the cost of their meal. Two weeks prior
to your 10– Day Out meeting, please notify the camp director of the number
of persons attending so that adequate amounts of food can be prepared.
At this meeting, the camp leadership will inform you of any last minute
changes, updates, service opportunities, and answer other questions you
may have. We will hand out important documents and troop rosters, as well
as updated and detailed schedules of your week at camp. But most importantly, your troop will be able to sign up for many of the activities that you
will participate in at camp so that when you arrive on Sunday you can move
through registration quickly. These sign-ups will include, but are not limited
to:
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Time slots at the beach to do swim checks
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Troop Duties (mealtime grace, flag raising/lowering, Shower house
cleaning, etc)
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A day to participate in a Service project
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Adult Leader “Scouter’s Minute” during Morning Watch
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Adult Leader participation in Nicoteh
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Finalize fast-pass details
WEEK OF CAMP
MEETING DATE
RSVP BY
Week 1: June 19 – June 25, 2016
June 8, 2016
June 1, 2016
Week 2: June 26 – July 2, 2016
June 15, 2016
June 8, 2016
Week 3: July 3 – July 9, 2016
June 22, 2016
June 15, 2016
Week 4: July 10 – July 16, 2016
June 29, 2016
June 22, 2016
Week 5: July 17 – July 23, 2016
July 6, 2016
June 29, 2016
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We strongly encourage adult leaders to sign-up to help with the activities,
particularly when it involves transporting or chaperoning the Scouts. We are
here for the Scouts, and without the aid of each and every adult, camp cannot
operate efficiently.
This meeting is important for the troop as well as the camp. It facilitates a
speedier check-in procedure on the Sunday your unit checks-in, and it allows
us to better arrange for your week at camp since we now know what to prepare
for 10-Days-Out. It is our goal to distribute and collect information from you in
order to relieve some of the stress of Check-In day on Sunday. At this meeting,
we expect all units to submit:
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Updated merit badge sign-ups, payment of fees (be sure to have all receipts with you) and an up-to-date roster including adults and youth attending summer camp.
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Early Dismissal Forms, Aviation Parental Consent Form.
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The number-count for guests for the Friday Night Dinner/Lakotafest and
Saturday Breakfast so we can order enough food.
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Dietary Concerns and Food Allergy forms.
Express Check-In:
New this year we will be providing troops with a faster check-in procedure, Express Check-In. By completing a few steps by the 10 Day Outs Meeting, your
arrival at camp will be quick and easy. And, you will be able to arrive at Camp
Lakota one hour early, 10:00am!!
All required steps must be completed by the close of the 10 Days Outs Meeting
for your week of camp in order to receive the Express Check-In pass. Only
troops with an Express Check-In pass will be permitted in camp before
11:00am.
Troop Guides will meet their assigned troops in the parking lot at 11:00am.
Starting at 12:00pm, Express Check-In troops will be able to come to the office
to complete the check-in process. At this time you will be asked to verify the
troop’s roster, turn in Medication Control forms and any medications that are
being administered by the camp’s Health Officer. You will also receive the
troop’s wristbands.
Remember, the Sunday night dinner has been moved from 7:00pm to 6:00pm.
Express Check-In allows will help you get your campsite setup sooner.
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CAMP POLICIES & FEE RELATED INFOMATION
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Bicycle Policy - Each Scout and Scouter is allowed to bring his own bicycle to
Camp Lakota. Only “big tire” bikes are recommended.
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Industry approved bicycle helmets must be worn at all times. The owner’s
name, unit, and campsite must be marked in large, readable format on the
bicycle and the helmet.
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Must dismount bike at top of hills and walk down to flat area
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Must dismount bike at bottom of hills and walk to flat area
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Must be cautious of walkers
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Notify walkers when riding past
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Must park bike in designated area
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If there is no designated area, park bike off of the roads.
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Do not park bikes on boundaries of Program Areas
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Bike riders must follow all traffic regulations and may ride only
on roads and approved road-like trails (and the approved
Mountain Biking Trail).
Do not ride on pegs of bike – one person per bike
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Do not ride through grass
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Unless bike is equipped with light, must walk bike at night
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5 points of contact while riding
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• No stunts
Failure to comply with these policies will result in the revocation of a Scout or
Scouter’s bicycle privileges for the remainder of the week—no exceptions, no
appeals. Like other personal gear, the camp and the Council are not
responsible for lost, stolen, or broken bicycles.
Catch and Release - Fish in Lake Glengary are a renewable resource. Even
so, due to fishing pressure, catch and release needs to be practiced to insure
adequate numbers to reproduce and maintain the fishery. Exceptions will be
made in specific circumstances, such as the fishing merit badge, but only after
permission is granted by the appropriate area director.
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FEE-RELATED INFORMATION
Special Program Fees - There will be an additional program fee for the
following special programs. These fees can be paid at the 10-Days-Out
Meeting, but may be paid to the Business Manager on Friday of camp week if
there are changes in a Scout’s schedule. With the best interest of the Scouts in
mind, there is no fee for Rifle, Shotgun, and Climbing during the afternoon and
evening program. However, there is still a fee for those particular merit badges.
Archery
$7.00
Art
$7.00
Aviation
$25.00
Basketry
$10.00
Chemistry
$10.00
Climbing
$15.00
C.O.P.E.
$15.00
Indian Lore
$10.00
Leatherwork
$10.00
Pottery
$10.00
Rifle
$15.00
Shotgun
$15.00
Space Exploration
$15.00
Woodcarving
$7.00
Woodwork
$7.00
Meal Tickets - The number of leaders that a troop pays for (including any free
adult leaders with each troop) is the number of leaders that may eat without
paying for meal tickets. If a leader or visitor comes to stay at camp over the
number that is currently paid for, he or she must pay for a ticket at the Trading
Post. Meal tickets for visitors can not be paid for thru the Troops Doubleknot
account. The cost of a meal ticket is $7.00. (Children under 5 eat for free.)
CHECK-IN PROCEDURES
SUNDAY: CAMP ARRIVAL
Plan to arrive as a unit at the camp parking lot between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00
p.m. on Sunday. If you will be arriving outside this window (later than 1:00pm),
please contact the camp director to make other arrangements. No arrivals will
be permitted before 11am. A camp representative will greet you at the camp
entrance to assist you in parking your vehicles and organizing your troop for
check-in. We ask that troops hike or bike into their campsites and remain in
their campsites until 1:30 p.m. Vehicles carrying troop equipment are allowed
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into camp from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. only to quickly unload and return to the
parking lot. Two vehicle per troop (displaying a temporary camp vehicle pass)
are permitted in the camp at any one time. Your Troop Guide will meet you in
the parking lot at 11am.
After vehicles are unloaded, they MUST be returned to the parking lot.
Exceptions will be made by the Camp Director only under extenuating
circumstances. These vehicles will be identified by a pass that must be
displayed in the front window of the vehicle.
At 1:15 p.m. your Troop Guide will help coordinate the following check-in
procedures:
One Adult Leader will be directed to the Camp Office for check-in.
Check-in will begin at 1:30 and continue until 3:30. Please make every effort
to check-in at the office before 3:30. If you complete the Fast Pass at the 10Day-Out Meeting, your registration will move smoothly—a simple confirmation
of fees paid, merit badge registration forms, and confirmation of swim check
sign-ups.
If you submitted a copy of each camper’s medical form at the 10-Day-Out
Meeting, you also will be able to check in faster through Medical Re-Checks at
the Camp Office.
If you attended the 10-Day-Out Meeting and signed up for a specific time for
your troop to do swim checks, the adult leader can return to the campsite after
registration until their scheduled time at the beach. If you did not attend or did
not sign up for a time slot, you will sign up at registration. Troops that choose to
take their swim checks on Sunday afternoon (as compared to the 10-Day-Out
Meeting) will be led to the beach by their Troop Guide following a successful
check-in. Troops that have previously completed their swim check will have
more time for camp set up before embarking on a camp tour.
When your Troop arrives in your campsite, the Senior Patrol Leader and an
adult leader will be asked to fill out a Campsite Check-In/Out Form which will
list an inventory of equipment (and state of repair) in your campsite. This sheet
will be signed by all parties to ensure the quality of your campsite when you
checked-in, as well as to initiate any repairs or refinements as necessary.
When you check out of your campsite on Saturday, this same form will need to
be filled out to assess any changes in the status of equipment and its repair.
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SWIM CHECK PROCEDURES
Scouts will be able to complete their swim checks for camp in three different
ways.
• At the 10-Day-Out Meeting – Scouts can complete their swim
checks at the 10-Day-Out Meeting. Sign-ups will be available at
the April Scoutmaster Orientation Meeting. This is a great
opportunity to make campsite set-up less hectic on Sunday
afternoon.
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Sunday Afternoon – The traditional Sunday afternoons swim
checks will be available for those troops not taking advantage of
the swim checks at the 10-Day-Out Meeting. Sign-ups will be at
the 10-Day-Out Meeting.
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Pre-camp Swim Checks – Troops are more than welcome to do
their swim checks as a troop, as long as it is done by someone
who has a Lifeguard certification. We ask that you fill out the
Camp Lakota Pre-Swim Check form, and attach a copy of the Life
guard's certification.
IDENTIFICATION BRACLETS
Each Scout and adult leader will be issued a color-coded bracelet for
identification purposes. These bracelets must be worn at all times and are to
be worn around the wrist, no exceptions. Similarly, if anyone notices someone
without a bracelet, they are to report the person to camp leadership as soon as
possible. If the bracelet is lost, come to the Camp Office as soon as possible to
get a replacement.
CAMPSITE DUTIES
Troops are responsible for the cleanliness and sanitary maintenance of their
campsite, latrine, and water supply during their stay at camp. Trash should be
kept in a large plastic bag in a secure area to deter animals. We suggest that
you bring trash bags with you to supper and dispose of them daily in the
dumpster behind Meecheway Lodge. There will be a trash pick up every
evening for those troops who choose to eat in their campsite, and a camp-wide
trash pick up on Wednesday evening. We ask that you wash down the latrine
area as this will help keep odors to a minimum. Please do not leave the water
faucets running and be sure to check them before leaving the campsite. We
suggest troops check down inside their latrines for pop cans or other garbage
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daily. Such items clog camp cleaning equipment and must be removed from
the pit area before your troop is cleared to check-out on Saturday.
Please report any problems as soon as possible to the Camp Commissioners
at meal times or at the daily Leader’s Meetings (following supper at the
Commissioner’s Tent). Disinfectant, garbage bags, toilet paper, and other
cleaning items can be requested from the Quartermaster.
SUNDAY NIGHT MEETINGS
The first Senior Patrol Leader and adult leader meeting of the week will be held
Sunday at 5:00 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Tent —There will also be a
Chaplains aid meeting at 5:00pm at the Meecheway Lodge (dining hall).
DINING INFORMATION
Meal Times
Meals are served as follows: breakfast is served in the Meecheway Lodge at
8:00 a.m.; lunch starts at 1:00 p.m. at the Armstrong Boathouse and/or the
Administration Pavilion; and suppers are served at 6:00 p.m. at Meecheway
Lodge. The following exceptions are:
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Friday supper is a buffet-style picnic during the Friday’s Lakotafest
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Saturday breakfast (last meal) will be brought to your campsite
between 7:45 and 8:15 a.m.
We also provide guest meals at a reasonable cost. If you know you will be
having guests dining with your troop, please let us know ahead of time and we
will collect fees at the Trading Post. Guest meals cannot be charged to the
Troop’s Doubleknot account.
It is extremely important to inform the camp administration of any food-related
issues (allergies, dietary restrictions, religious concerns, etc.). Although the
kitchen staff will attempt to accommodate needs, there may be situations where
food will need to be provided by the individual with such concerns.
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LUNCH IN TWO LOCATIONS
You choose your lunch location at Lakota. We offer lunch at two locations
starting at 1:00 p.m. daily. Each morning at breakfast, your Senior Patrol
Leader will turn in your lunch order for that day: how many meals you want
delivered to the Armstrong Boathouse, and how many to the Administration
Pavilion. Members of your troop simply show up at the drop-off site and pick up
their lunch. On Wednesday, due to Outbounds, your troop will eat lunch on the
side of camp on which your campsite is located.
TUESDAY SUPPER/WEDNESDAY BREAKFAST
Every member in camp will eat their Tuesday supper and their Wednesday
breakfast while participating in their Outbound program. Neither meal will be
served at Meecheway Lodge. Enough food will be provided to each of the
Outbound programs, and programs may have a unique menu depending on the
theme of the particular Outbound. If there are any food-related issues, please
inform the camp administration so that appropriate food may be provided at the
Outbound site.
CHECK OUT PROCEDURES
The entire camp participates in an awards ceremony and a formal dismissal at
9:30 a.m. on Saturday morning at the Administration Building. This all-camp
closing award ceremony allows your troop time to pack up and it allows our
staff to properly prepare your closing packets. You may also review your
closing packets and talk with staff members if you have any last minute
concerns. It is our goal to make sure your departure from camp is safe,
efficient, pleasurable, and reassuring.
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In order to facilitate the check-out procedures on Saturday, we have developed
the following procedures:
• Breakfast will be delivered between 7:45 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. on
Saturday morning. Troop Guides will also be eating with your troop,
and will remain with the troop until the Award Ceremony.
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Troop Guides will bring the Campsite Check-In/Out Form, which
you filled out when you arrived on Sunday, to the Administration
Building.
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This sheet is signed by all parties to ensure the quality of your
campsite when you checked-out, as well as to initiate any repairs
or refinements as necessary.
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Troops must remove any trash from the campsite.
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When your troop has everything packed up and removed from the
campsite, send one adult leader to accompany your Troop Guide
into the Administration Building to check out. The administrative
staff will be available starting at 8:30am.
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IMPORTANT: Please see the Health Officer FIRST to pick up
and sign for your Health Forms and medications. These items
will not be shipped to you. All Health Forms and medications
left at camp will be destroyed after 7 days.
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The departure packet will include troop advancement sheets,
summer camp patches, and swim tags. We strongly suggest that
you review the contents of your packet before you leave camp. It
is very difficult to clear up discrepancies after you leave.
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Vehicles are allowed in camp after 7:00 am, but must be moved to
the parking lot by 9:30 a.m.
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Awards Ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m., with dismissal
immediately following
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CAMP PROGRAMS
Camp Lakota’s program is based upon a particular philosophy of Scouting
which we call “4-D Scouting” (or Four-Dimensional Scouting), whereby a Scout
experiences Scouting in more than one dimension. Some camps provide
one-dimensional Merit Badge Scouting. Some high adventure bases provide
one-dimensional Adventure Scouting. At Camp Lakota we offer a Scout a merit
badge program, a patrol program, a troop program, and camp-wide programs—
all intertwined with advancement and adventure. The Camp Lakota schedule is
open and flexible enough for Scouts and Scouters to make choices, but
scheduled enough to provide structure to their options.
A typical day at Camp Lakota consists of mornings filled with merit badge advancement opportunities. The mornings are set aside for hands-on training,
skill acquisition, and instruction. Afternoons at Camp Lakota are filled not with
merit badge programs, but an assortment of other forms of Scouting activities.
These afternoon programs will enrich your Scouts with unconventional skills,
challenging group projects, and other opportunities you won’t find in other
camps. The evenings at Camp Lakota are filled with troop activities. In the
evenings, your troop can spend some time together—as a unit—playing and
working together through large-group tasks, meeting other Scouts from other
troops, interacting, sharing, and enjoying the Lakota spirit. This is 4-D Scouting:
meeting multiple sides of each Scout’s personality, interests, and needs.
DAYTIME PROGRAM
Afternoon Activities - After a morning of hard work on merit badges, the
afternoon explodes with a wide range of programs and innumerable
opportunities. We mobilize all the staff that teach merit badges in the morning
to offer programs other camps would never even try in the afternoon.
Our afternoon programs serve many different functions: you can fine-tune your
Scouting skills, explore new and exciting outdoor activities, work on skills you’re
having problems completing, or have a fun Scouting afternoon getting a taste of
all the program areas. Advanced training opportunities, long treks by land or by
river, exploring the depths and widths of Lake Glengary, and discovering the
nooks and crannies of Camp Lakota with a friend are all possible during our
afternoons. Many themed programs will occur in program areas that are not
listed here as well as all of the following:
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Watersliding
Tomahawk Throwing
Disc Golf
Geocaching
Climbing Wall
Shooting Sports
Beach Volleyball
Blobbing
Boating and Swimming
Daytime Program
Back to Basics – This program is operated by the Nicoteh staff and runs from
2:15 – 3:15 p.m. It allows Scouts that are not yet First Class to work on various
First Class requirements. All Scouts are allowed to work on rank advancement,
this is not limited to just Nicoteh Scouts. Back to Basics will take place in
several areas of camp: Monday - Outdoor Skills, Wednesday - Beach Front,
and Thursday - First Aid.
\Open C.O.P.E. - Do you have what it takes to participate in challenging outdoor experiences? If, so, then come out to C.O.P.E. on Wednesday and Thursday. On Wednesday afternoon, C.O.P.E. will be offering open zip line for the
entire camp, as well as team building games in the evening. Then on
Thursday , you can experience low C.O.P.E. with challenging activities like the
Spiders Web, the Giants Finger, and The Wall.
Order of the Arrow Day - Thursday is Order of the Arrow Day, culminating in
the Calling-Out Ceremony that evening at 9:00 p.m. with the Dance Team
performing prior to the ceremony. From breakfast through the Calling-Out
Ceremony, we ask that all Arrowmen wear their sashes in support and
recognition of Scouting’s brotherhood of cheerful service. We also encourage
every Arrowman in camp to get involved with the ceremony on Thursday
evening by helping the Summer Camp Chief either prepare for or actually
participate in the ceremony.
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Order of the Arrow members who have been active for ten months or more
as an Ordeal member are eligible for the next membership level, that of
Brotherhood. Brotherhood membership signifies a deeper level of
understanding of the customs and traditions of the Order of the Arrow. To
become a Brotherhood member, an Arrowman need only to answer a few
questions to establish their knowledge of the Order, and then take part in the
Brotherhood Ceremony which seals their membership. Any Ordeal member
meeting the requirements can get a “Brotherhood Information Sheet” from
the Summer Camp Chief. All Brotherhood and Vigil Honor members are
invited to the Brotherhood Ceremony held each Thursday evening 15-20
minutes after the Calling-Out Ceremony.
Siesta/Unit Time - After lunch, from approximately 1:15 to 2:15 p.m., there is
no scheduled program. This is time for troops to gather and do whatever
they wish. It might be a good time to get hold a patrol leaders’ council, or
maybe even a chance to just lie around and have a relaxing moment where
you don’t have to be anywhere or do anything—a rare gift indeed. Feel free
to do absolutely nothing, and feel equally as free to work on service projects,
make improvements around your campsite, or prepare for your Friday night
skit.
Service Projects - Units and patrols are also strongly encouraged to
complete a service project around camp during your week here at Lakota.
The Ranger will provide our Commissioner with a list of necessary camp
improvements throughout the summer. Have your Senior Patrol Leader ask
the Commissioner for this list, and we will provide you with the tools needed
to improve Lakota.
Morning Watch and Religious Service - At Camp Lakota, we strive to
integrate reverence in our everyday experiences. On Monday, Tuesday,
Thursday, and Friday at 7:30 a.m. we hold “Morning Watch” at the Lakota
Chapel. This is a shortmeditation to set you out on the right foot each morning before breakfast. Religious services, one catholic, and one nondenominational, are held on Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m.
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Adult Leader Programs - Adults are strongly encouraged to participate in
our camp’s program in a number of ways. Any adult may assist with our
afternoon programs, especially if he/she is knowledgeable about any of the
programs we offer here at camp. Also, any Adult Leader may organize and
instruct the camp on a skill of your choice in the afternoons or evenings while
at camp. You may suggest any such programs to the camp leadership
during your 10-Day-Out meeting.
More specifically, adults may assist the staff in areas like Nicoteh, COPE, the
climbing wall, shooting sports, or with BSA Lifeguard. Scouters can also
earn the Wawpawmawquwa Scouter Award while at camp for successfully
completing tasks that help to improve the Scouts within your troop. Adults
may also receive a variety of training that is described in the Advancement
Programs section of this Leaders’ Guide.
EVENING PROGRAM
Sunday Night Gala - Immediately following the Sunday Night Campfire will
be the Sunday Night Gala at the Trading Post. This will be a terrific
opportunity for your Scouts to meet all of the camp staff after they have been
introduced to them at the Opening Campfire. Music and tasty treats will be
featured at this Cracker Barrel.
The Trading Post will also be open for anyone to purchase merchandise. We
want the entire camp to feel welcome right from the start at Camp Lakota,
and this will extend your first night experience with a friendly atmosphere of
fellowship.
Monday Night Hike - Interested in seeing Lakota at Night? Join some of the
staff members at the admin pavilion on Monday at 10pm for a night hike
around camp! You will be using your night vision and moon light during this
time since there are NO flashlights allowed on this hike.
Wednesday Night Campfires—On Wednesday evening, Programming will
stop at 9:00pm so troops have the ability to host their own campfires. Feel
free to invite other Troops and staff members to your campsites for a night of
friends, fire, and fun.
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Outbounds
Camping is one of the truly great aspects of being a Boy Scout. Not just
week-long camping like your week at Summer Camp, but also traveling to
new locations in rustic areas which will excite Scouts with a feeling of
exploring something new. Each Scout and Scouter will participate in an
outbound on Tuesday night.
Each of our Outbounds will lead Scouts into new areas in and out of camp.
Some of the Outbounds extend the lessons of their merit badge programs,
some of them teach Scouts frontier skills and songs, while others occur only
after a Scout has biked, canoed, or hiked a great distance to experience a
new surrounding.
Some of the Outbounds we will offer are:
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Nicoteh Scouts will work to enhance their Scout skills while
participating in a historical trek that teaches the lessons of early
Scouter’s like Daniel Beard’s “The Sons of Daniel Boone” and
Ernest Seton’s “Woodcraft Indians”. Scouts in Nicoteh will be
placed in one of three outbounds, depending on which patrol
they are placed in.
Rendezvous and En-Sa-Wac-Sa Outbounds will travel out of camp
on the Auglaize/Maumee Rivers and sleep in a site along their
canoe trek. Must be a Swimmer and requires a paddling skills
screening. Over the course of their trip, En-Sa-Wac-Sa will travel
6 miles and Rendezvous will travel 10 miles.
Kayaking Outbound will travel 14 miles up and down the Auglaize/
Maumee Rivers and experience river kayaking. Must be a
Swimmer and requires a paddling skills screening. This
outbound requires a good amount of strength and perseverance.
Cycling Outbound will leave in the afternoon on Tuesday to
complete an extended bike ride. Scout will be able to decided
how many miles they want to cycle as a group to fulfil the
requirements of the merit badge. Based on the skill of the riders,
this outbound could travel between 25—50 miles. Must have a
bike with gears and must present bike for inspection to a Cycling
Outbound staff member on Monday.
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Adult Leaders Retreat - Adults will come together to share
tales, skills, and Scouting experiences. The Lakota BBQ grill will
be provided for the leaders to prepare a delicious steak dinner
(steaks, baked potatoes and salad provided). Troops will be
asked to volunteer to cook dinner and/or breakfast for the adult
leaders, so feel free to bring along your own extra food or
recipes!
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Eco Exploration will allow the opportunity to explore and pick
apart various parts of Lakota that very few Scouts ever venture
into, like the slate-beds and Lakotas wetland. This Outbound will
also play a variety of team-building games. Plan on getting wet,
so wear water shoes or an extra pair of shoes for creeking.
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History of Lakota is a service oriented outbound. Scouts will
learn about the history of Lakota with a walk around the camp,
viewing the historical buildings and landmarks. They will also get
to talk to Dave Vrooman, Lakota Historian extraordinaire and
then build their own “history” through a service project.
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Field Sports will combine rifle, shotgun, archery, and Black
Powder and Muzzleloader shooting. While there is not always
time for all of these activities, the scouts will be able to choose
what they want to do most. $5 Fee
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Cooking Outbound has returned to camp! This outbound will
now be limited to scouts in the Cooking Merit Badge. There will
be a $5 fee for the Outbound.
The Outbound isn’t over once you wake up. On Wednesday morning,
Scouts and Scouters will dive into more Outbound learning and adventure.
Then, traveling back into camp between 10-11AM after a hearty breakfast,
the entire camp will get prepared for an afternoon of open programming fun.
What Scouts Need for Outbounds:
1. *Backpack (for personal gear to outbound location)
2. Sleeping Bag
3. Water Bottle
4. Bug Spray
5. Long Pants /Sweater (for cold nights).
6. Mess Kit with utensils
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*Nicoteh boys can rent a duffle bag backpack from the office for $1. The
money will be returned to the Scout if the duffle bag comes back clean. This
is for Nicoteh boys ONLY! First come first serve, we have a limit of 30
bags.
Please Note - If a Scout has already participated in a specific Outbound in
the past, we strongly encourage him to participate in a different one this
summer. All canoeing and kayaking Outbounds require a paddling skills
screening. This screening will take place during the Monday afternoon Siesta
time. Further, Scoutmasters and other adult leaders should review the
maturity, skills, and equipment of each Scout to be sure that the Outbound is
appropriate. It is extremely important that all Scouts have a positive
Outbound experience. Equipment lists for each Outbound will be provided at
the Scoutmasters Orientation.
AT LEAST 2 ADULT LEADERS FROM EACH UNIT MUST REMAIN IN
CAMP DURING OUTBOUNDS. If a concern arises with a Scout during an
Outbound, adult leaders need to be available to help with the problem.
Family Night Lakotafest - Friday Night is Family Night here at Lakota, and
we want all of your families to experience the excitement of Summer Camp.
Plan for your families to arrive in camp any time after 5:00 p.m. All visitors
must park their cars in the main parking lot, and check in at the Trading Post
Building.
Family Night will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Meecheway Lodge for a Lakota-style
buffet, including Dutch oven desserts (provided by troops) and a carnival.
Dinner will be served at 6:30pm. Activities will occur outside Meecheway so
all Scouts can challenge their parents in various carnival games, listen to
music, or just enjoy fellowship with others.
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The cost of the buffet is $7 per guest (children under 5 eat free). Tickets may
be pre-purchased at the Trading Post by the troop leadership or by guests at
the Trading Post during the Lakotafest. All Scouts and Scouters that have
been in camp during the week will need to display their bracelets to receive a
free meal. The Closing Campfire will begin in the Council Ring following
Lakotafest.
We also encourage troops to invite their families to stay the night at Camp
Lakota in the troop campsite. Your troop will need to provide camping gear
for their stay. Families can eat breakfast in the morning ($3.50 per person,
children under 5 eat for free) and leave with the troop in the morning. Please
inform us of the numbers for breakfast at the 10-Day-Out Meeting.
BLOCK PROGRAMS
We offer a number of Block Programs. These are programs that integrate
skill-training from various merit badges, certifications, and programs
Into “blocks” that last longer than the average merit badge advancement
program. They are more intensive than merit badge advancement programs,
and offer participants a unique advancement opportunity where they:
(a) have the time to take on larger, more challenging learning opportunities,
(b) have more time to interact and get to know Scouts from other troops, and
(c) have the time to develop skills rather than race through requirements.
Scouts typically complete difficult merit badge programs which have usually
not been completed during a week at camp. Camp Lakota offers the
following block programs:
Nicoteh - Nicoteh, meaning “first”, is our first year camper program designed
to acclimate new Scouts to Camp Lakota. The primary goal of this program
is to introduce new Scouts to each of the areas in camp and to expose young
Scouts to basic Scout skills. Scouts in Nicoteh spend a majority of their time
completing requirements for Tenderfoot to Second Class; however Scouts
will need to spend more time outside of Nicoteh to be able to advance
through the ranks. Requirements will be covered but may need to be tested
by the troop. Some requirements cannot be completed due to time restraints
and class size. Nicoteh fills the entire morning from 9:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
on Monday and Tuesday, and from 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, and
Friday. This leaves Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. for
Scouts involved in Nicoteh to take a merit badge of their choice.
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C.O.P.E. - The “Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience” is designed for
older Scouts (14 years old by the time they arrive at camp) and emphasizes
teamwork, creative thinking, problem solving, and physical endurance.
COPE is an effective way to teach teamwork skills.
An effective COPE program consists of at least 8 participants per group, and
requires an additional fee of $15.
Participants will receive a COPE
certificate and COPE patch. With both a low course and a high course,
COPE is offered as an afternoon program, in addition to the COPE
Outbound. Space is limited, and extra forms must be filed for each
participant.
ADULT LEADER TRAINING
Becoming a “Trained” Leader
Scoutmasters and Assistant Scoutmasters are considered trained, and able
to wear the “Trained” patch, when they have completed: 1.) Scoutmaster
Leader Specific Training, 2.) Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills and are
current on Youth Protection. Camp Lakota Staff is committed to helping your
current and future unit leadership become properly trained while in camp.
Scoutmaster Leader Specific Training
Training for a specific Scouting position continues through Leader Specific
training. This training provides the specialized knowledge a new leader
needs to assume a leadership role. This training is classroom-led and
training areas include: the Aims and Methods of Scouting, planning troop
meetings, advancement, recruiting youth and volunteer adults, planning
camp outs, using the patrol method, managing membership, filing necessary
paperwork, Unit finances, and proper uniform.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills
An understanding of outdoor skills is critical to the success of the Scouting
program, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide leaders with
the basic outdoor skills information needed to start a program right.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is the required outdoor training for all
Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters. The skills taught are based on the
outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is also ideal for
Venturing leaders because it focuses on skills that build confidence and
competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.
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Troop Committee Challenge
The mission of the Troop Committee Challenge training is to help each troop
committee work as a team to improve the Scouting experience for adult and
youth members. It helps build the commitment of individual members as well
as cultivates a better troop committee team.
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Climb On Safely - An overview of the principles and procedures for leading
a safe climbing experience with your unit. This is not skill-based, but is
required for all units who wish to have climbing or rappelling programs.
Leave No Trace Training - An overview of the seven principles of Leave No
Trace that includes practical suggestions for low impact troop camping.
Leave No Trace Award - For those who wish to complete this special,
national program, we suggest that Scouts sign up for the Camping Merit
Badge, the Environmental Science Merit Badge, and attend the specially
scheduled Lakota Conservation Corps meetings in the afternoons.
Participants will be expected to do a service project, give a presentation on
Leave No Trace, and commit to promoting Leave No Trace principles.
Safe Swim Defense - An overview of safe swimming policies and
procedures—required for a BSA group to engage in swimming activities.
Safety Afloat - An overview of safe boating policies and procedures—
required for a BSA group to engage in boating activities.
Camp Honor Program (For Individual Youth) - The five year honor camper
program allows a Scout to return year-after-year, work on different
requirements, and acquire a part of a large, five-segmented patch. The goal
behind the program is to recognize those Scouts who fully engage in the Boy
Scout summer camp experience. Requirements increase in difficultly and/or
responsibility over the five-year program. This is a youth only program.
Honor Troop (For Troops) - This program recognizes those troops that fully
engage in the Camp Lakota experience. Requirements encourage troops to
participate in various activities, provide service to the camp community, and
show Scout spirit.
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Wawpawmawquaw Scouter Award - Each leader who comes to Camp
Lakota will be issued a challenge to become a Wawpawmawquaw Scouter
by completing a “ticket”, much as one would do in Wood Badge training.
Leaders will be asked to do, decide, reflect, and connect with Camp Lakota
in ways they have not previously been asked to do. Those who complete
their ticket will be recognized as a Wawpawmawquaw Scouter and presented
with an award at the Friday night closing campfire.
Hornaday Award - This award is an intensive program which is presented
for distinguished service in natural resource conservation. A number of
conservation-related merit badges are required, as well as the completion of
several projects. Specific requirements are listed in the Boy Scout
Requirement Book. Many of the required merit badges are offered at
Lakota, whereas attendance at the specially scheduled Lakota Conservation
Corps meetings in the afternoons would help fulfill project requirements.
Participants must have already earned First Class rank.
MERIT BADGE PROGRAMS
Lakota merit badge sessions are longer than most other camps, allowing
uninterrupted instruction. Rather than split a class into five parts, for
approximately 45 minutes a day, we have grouped our classes together so
that a Scout works on a merit badge typically during two 1-hour and forty-five
minute sessions. During these sessions, a Scout will immerse himself in the
subject matter which allows him to work on larger scale projects. These
two-day sessions will be taught Monday-Tuesday, and then Thursday-Friday.
A Scout may attend up to two merit badge sessions per morning.
This schedule is designed around the structure behind the Boy Scout
advancement program itself: understanding the requirements and
expectations, learning the necessary skills, and then proving that the Scout
has retained this knowledge. Scouts will receive instruction during the
mornings, practice their skills in the afternoons, and then show their
counselor that they are fit to receive the badge. Friday afternoon we will offer
a merit-badge review time to tie up any loose ends they might have from their
week. Adult leaders can check up on their Scout’s progress each day in the
Scoutmasters Lounge in the lobby of the Administration Building.
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Merit Badge Schedule
At Camp Lakota, we have a three year Merit Badge rotation. This summer,
we are looking at offering the following Merit Badges:
Merit Badges offered in 2016
Archery
Am. Heritage
Art
Astronomy
Aviation
Backpacking
Basketry
Bugling
Camping
Canoeing
Cit in Comm
Cit. in Nation
Chemistry
Climbing
Cooking
Communications
Cycling
E. Prep
Envi. Science
Fire Safety
First Aid
Fly-Fishing
Forestry
Genealogy
Geocaching
Geology
Collections
Hiking
Indian Lore
Kayaking
Leatherworking
Lifesaving
Mammal Study
Medicine
Orienteering
PhotoJournalis
Pioneering
Pottery
Rifle
Rowing
Search& Rescue
Shotgun
Small Boat Sailing
Soil&Water Cons.
Space Exploration
Swimming
Weather
Welding
Wilderness Survival
Woodcarving
Woodwork
Please Note: Art, Hiking, Backpacking, Collections, Fly-fishing, and Cycling
will be offered in the afternoons during Open Program ONLY.
Fly-Fishing will meet on Monday at 2:00pm under the Administration Pavilion.
Welding will be offered if an instructor is available.
Each Scout should read through their merit badge requirements BEFORE
signing up for the badges. This will help mentally prepare them for the merit
badge. A list of pre-requisites will be available at Camp Kickoff in January, as
well as on the BSAC Website and Camp Lakota Facebook page.
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The next section pertains to information
that applies to both of our camps
GENERAL INFORMATION
2016 CAMPING CALENDAR
JanuaryFebruary
OA Schedules Unit Election and Summer Camp Presentation
March 19
University of Scouting (This is a good opportunity to pay $75
deposits before the March 31 due date)
March 31
$75 non-refundable deposit due per Scout.
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April 16
Summer Camp Orientation Meetings. (This is a good time to
pay the remainder of camp fees before the deadline – see
next line.)
March 12—Berry & April 16—Lakota
April 1
Campership Forms Due
May 1
Remainder of camp fees due for a total of $270. After this date,
camp fee is $300. Scouts can be added after this date, but their
fee will be $300 with the exception of Webelos who cross over
and/or first time registered Scouts in the Council after March 30.
Their fee is $270 if they register by June 17, 2016.
May 1
Campership Forms Due
Pre-camp 10 – Day-Out meetings will be held at both Camp Berry and Camp
Lakota prior to the date of your troop’s arrival. Please see specific
information in the Berry or Lakota section of the Leaders Guide for more
details about the camp that your troop will be attending.
Website Address Our camp website address is:
http://www.bsac449-bsa.org
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CAMP FEES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE
ALL FEES SHOULD BE PAID THROUGH THE TROOP AND NOT AS
INDIVIDUALS AT EITHER OF THE COUNCIL SERVICE CENTERS.
Camp Fees
Troop Reservation Fee: $75
Youth Scout Fee: $300
If paid in full by May 1, 2016 the fee is $270 per Scout, must
have $75 nonrefundable deposit in by March 31, 2016)
Webelos (Crossing Over) Fee: $270 (discounted rate) thru
June 17, 2016. Also applies to new Scouts.
Second Week Fee: ½ of the Scout’s first week fee
Sibling Discount—Fee: $270 (discounted rate of $240 thru May 1,
2016) if more than one sibling is coming to one of our council
summer camps from the same family household, the first sibling
will pay the full fee of $300 ($270 if paid before May 1st) then each
additional sibling will receive a 10% discount.
Adult Fee $95.
For every youth that attends the unit will receive 10% off
of the adult fee. There will be an Adult Leader day fee of $16
per day (12pm— 12pm) for the leader that does not spend
the entire week at camp.
Payment Schedule
March 31, 2016 - A $75 non-refundable deposit per Scout is due into the
online reservation system to maintain your site and register for
merit badges on April 1st. Postmarked by March 31st will not
maintain your campsite. If your number of paid deposits per Scout
does not exceed 75% of the campsite's capacity, you may be
asked to share the site with another troop. A troop may also be
asked to move to another site in order to accommodate all troops
attending camp that week. A troop will be contacted should this
happen. The Scout deposit is transferable, (to another boy
only) but not refundable. Unused Scout deposit fees cannot
be used towards the Troop's final payment. No campsite will be
held if Scout deposits are not paid by this date
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May 1, 2016 - Total summer camp fees are due via the online reservation
system to qualify for discounted fees of $270 per Scout. Troops
must also update their adult rosters at this time on Doublleknot.
After this date, the fee is $300.
June 17, 2016 - Camp Fees due for Webelos crossovers at the
discounted rate ($270). After this date, the cost is $300.
Pre-camp 10-Day Out Meeting – Final fee payment due and other
paperwork specified in the Scoutmaster Orientation. 24
HOURS AFTER THIS MEETING THE DOUBLEKNOT
SYSTEM WILL LOCK DOWN. ALL ROSTER CHANGES
MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO THE LOCK DOWN. TROOPS
WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY RESERVATION THAT IS NOT
REMOVED PRIOR TO THE LOCK DOWN. THIS
INCLUDES ANY UN-NAMED YOUTH AND ADULTS.
Fast Pass will be issued for all units that have their
fees paid and medical needs assessed at 10-Day
Out Meeting
Check-In Day - All remaining fees are due with revised roster.
IMPORTANT - ALL FEES MUST BE PAID AT CHECK-IN.
NO TROOP WILL BE PERMITTED TO STAY AT CAMP
UNLESS THEIR BALANCE IS PAID.
June/July 2016 - Begin accepting Troop Reservation fees for the 2017
camping season. You have the first chance to reserve the
same campsite for the same week next summer if you place
your Troop Reservation Fee before you leave camp. After
Saturday of your week at camp, your site opens up to anyone
else who wants to put their deposit down to reserve it.
In cases where troops share a campsite, each must pay the
campsite fee.
HOW TO BRING YOUR TROOP TO CAMP
1.
Patrol Leaders Council: Present the options for summer camp to your
Patrol Leader Council and have them make the decision on attending
summer camp.
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2.
Reserve a Site: Talk with the parents of your troop to determine
possible weeks which you could attend camp and speak positively about
the value of the summer camp experience. Visit our council webpage:
www.bsac449-bsa.org and register your unit through the Double Knot
system. You will be asked to pick a site and to put the anticipated
amount of youth and adults attending.
3.
Camp Promotion Night: Make it an expectation that all Scouts should
go to summer camp. Many troops hold a parent’s meeting or Camp
Promotion night. This can be at a Court of Honor, special parents’ night,
during a regular meeting or whenever it is convenient for the Troop. This
is important so that parents can ask their questions and learn what
camp is all about. You may wish to ask the Camp Director or staff
member to join you with their special camp promotion program. The
important thing is to get all questions answered
4.
Provisional (Lone) Scouts: If you have Scouts who cannot attend
summer camp during the week that you are scheduled, but they still
want to have a summer camp experience, they can register as
Provisional (Lone) Scouts. Similarly, if you have Scouts who wish to
attend a second week of camp, they can come back as Provisional
(Lone) Scouts. Provisional (Lone) Scouts will either be placed in
another troop for their week at camp, or they will be placed in a
provisional troop with trained camp staff personnel. The provisional
Scout fee is the same as the regular camp fee. There is no reason a
Scout shouldn't be able to come to summer camp if he really wants. A
provisional (Lone Scout) form is available on the council web page.
5.
Campership: For any Scouts who may have financial difficulty paying
for their summer camp experience, help them find some way to earn
money. An excellent source is for the Scouts to sell popcorn during the
council's annual popcorn sale. Camperships are available for Scouts
who need them. For each Scout needing assistance, complete a
Campership application (which can be downloaded from the website)
and return it to the Findlay Service Center. There will be three different
campership funding meetings and forms must be submitted by
April 1 or May 1, 2016
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6.
Health Forms/Physicals: Make sure that every person spending the
night at camp has the appropriate 2016 BSA health form/physical
completely filled out and signed by appropriate personnel. It is
important to have medical forms in alphabetical order for Scouts and
Scouters.
7)
Medications: A medication administrator form will be available at the
Scoutmaster's Orientation. It must be completed for all Scouts and
Scouters (youth and adult) before any prescription or "over the counter"
medication can be administered at camp.
8)
Program Schedule: At one of your troop meetings, the Scouts should
be asked to talk with you about what they want to accomplish at
summer camp. You can then use this information to help set up your
troop schedule at camp. See the camp program section of your
appropriate camp for program details.
9.
Merit Badge Registration: All of the merit badge registration will take
place online through the Double Knot system starting on
Saturday, April 2, 2016 at 9:00am
10. Final Preparations: Prior to coming to camp, discuss with the Scouts
the merit badges they will be working on and the equipment they will
need to bring to camp. Make sure each Scout/Scouter has their own
physical forms completed and signed, and that all fees have been paid
for camp.
11. Pre-Camp 10-Day Out Meeting: The Troop’s Scoutmaster, one
Assistant Scoutmaster and Senior Patrol leader, are invited to camp to
attend these Ten-Day-Out meetings to finish up much of the paperwork
normally done during the Sunday check-in. See the appropriate section
of either Camp Berry or Lakota for specific details.
GENERAL CAMP POLICIES AND GUIDELINES
These policies have been developed by the Black Swamp Area Council
Camping Committee and the Health and Safety Committee to protect you
and all Scouts and to ensure the best possible experience for everyone.
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Oath and Law and Outdoor Code
The Scout Oath and Law and the Outdoor Code are the codes of
conduct and behavior at Camp Berry and Camp Lakota.
a)
A Scout is Trustworthy.
However, we suggest you store
personal and valuable items in a footlocker, which can be locked.
Bring what you need to make your summer stay comfortable, but
remember the Black Swamp Area Council cannot accept liability
for lost or stolen items. Try to limit the number of valuables you
bring to camp. Games and other electronic equipment are a
liability at camp. They present an invitation to theft. You are
responsible for your own valuables.
b)
A Scout is Courteous and Kind - The use of cutting remarks or
put-downs is demeaning to the target of the remarks. It is
inappropriate for a Scout to "have fun" at the expense of another's
self-esteem or dignity. Such activity will not be tolerated.
c)
A Scout is Thrifty - Gambling of any type is not allowed at camp.
d)
A Scout is Clean - Let’s keep camp clean and tidy by putting
garbage in appropriate receptacles; not thrown on the ground.
Campsites will be inspected daily for cleanliness. We should make
every effort to refrain from using inappropriate words in our
conversations. “Foul" language is not Scout-like and is
unacceptable.
e)
A Scout is clean in his outdoor manners – Pick up all trash and
put it where it belongs whether it is yours or someone else’s. A
Scout is careful with fire – Build fires only where it is appropriate
and only of the size that is necessary. Make sure the fire is cold
out before you leave it alone.
f)
A Scout is conservation minded - Use the receptacles in the
campsite and around camp to place items that can be recycled.
Health Forms/Health Lodge
All youth and adults will have a copy of their health form/physical in the
health lodge, which will be used at the hospital in case of emergencies. NO
YOUTH OR ADULTS WILL BE PERMITTED IN CAMP WITHOUT
COMPLYING WITH THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
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a) A health history and a physical examination (2016 Annual BSA
Health and Medical Record, parts A, B and C) within the past 12
months are required for each youth camper and each adult. Part
C of the form MUST be completed AND signed by a health care
provider and the parent. Make sure the provider includes their
printed name, address, office phone, signature and date of exam.
A parent or guardian must attest to the validity of the health form
and physical examination for those under the age of 18.
b)
All precautions for the safety of the Scout will be taken. The
Health Lodge is available with a qualified health officer on duty 24
hours a day. The lodge is equipped with an infirmary and adequate
facilities for first aid. In addition, we have an arrangement with a
nearby hospital for severe emergencies. All injuries should be
reported to the health officer, no matter how minor the injury may
be. If the injury or illness is severe, the Scout may be transferred
to the hospital by car or ambulance. Always turn physicals in at
the health lodge if staying overnight.
c)
The health officer will also be responsible for teaching merit
badges during the day. If the health officer on duty is not there,
he/she will leave a note as to where he/she will be.
d)
All prescription drugs must be registered with the health officer and
be in their original prescription container. All prescription
medication will be dispensed from the Health Lodge. This is for
both youth and adults. Prescription drugs will be kept under lock
and key in the Health Lodge, with the exception of those
medications that need to be kept on the person. Scouts and
Scouters must come to the Health Lodge for the dispensing of
their medications as indicated on the Medication Control
Permission Form. Any units dispensing medications in their
campsite MUST designate a Unit Health Officer, provide a
lockable storage container for storing the medications and fill out
medication tracking forms (provided by the camp) for each
member taking medications. Additionally, the Parent Medication
Control Permission Form MUST indicate the person(s) dispensing
medications for the unit.
e)
Let the health officer know of any special needs or food restrictions
by the 10--Day Out Meeting
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Adult Leadership
Each unit must have 2 responsible adult leaders on the camp
premises at all times.
At least one leader must be 21 years of age or older. The second adult leader
must be at least 18 years of age. Leaders must be present day and night. Adult
leaders are teachers, listeners, motivators, and guides—to name just a few of
their roles. Though a leader's role in camp is probably the most challenging, it
is also the most rewarding. The staff at camp understands the challenge and
the reward, so we are always willing to help when needed.
Youth Leadership
We expect Senior Patrol Leaders to take an active role in designing and
implementing your troop's summer camp experience. Senior Patrol Leaders
should be included in all leadership meetings at summer camp, and they are
encouraged to hold regular (even daily) Patrol Leader Council meetings to
make sure the Scouts in your troop are well-informed and having a good and
fun experience.
There are a number of opportunities for Senior Patrol Leader's to manage
summer camp programs, and it is within the authority of the youth leadership to
bring up concerns and program ideas to the staff (it does not need to go
through the adult leadership; the youth are expected to take responsibility for
their concerns). The Commissioner Corps will be working with the Senior Patrol
Leaders to help them do their job in camp.
Fires & Fuels
All liquid fuels must be used under the supervision of an adult. Also, all liquid
fuels must be locked up in the troop's campsite or in the liquid fuels storage
area in the Camp compound.
"NO OPEN FLAMES IN THE TENTS" must be posted on all troop-owned or
troop-supplied tents.
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Early Dismissal
A Scout is not to leave camp without informing the Scoutmaster or Troop
Leader, and signing the "Sign-In/Sign-Out" sheet in the Camp Office/
Administration Building. Unit Leaders are accountable for all Scouts in their
units at all times. Scouts must have an Early Dismissal form completed when
leaving camp with a guardian.
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A Scout may only leave with a parent or guardian or with special written
permission from the Scout’s parents or guardians. This permission must
be written to include the name of the individual transporting the Scout, and
the specific Scout’s name must be listed as well. This release must also
be verified by Camp Office/Administrative staff.
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The adult picking up the Scout will be required to show a photo ID. Their
name must appear on the dismissal form.
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The person returning the Scout to camp must make sure that his adult
leader in camp knows that he has returned.
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If adult leaders need to leave camp temporarily, or if they are staying less
than one night or day, they must also inform other adult leadership within
their troop that they will be leaving, and they must also sign in and out on
the “Sign-In/Sign-Out” sheet.
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No Scout will be permitted to leave camp between the hours of 11pm and
7am, except in the case of an emergency (camp administration must be
notified). Any other dismissals during these hours must be approved by
the camp administration.
Alcohol, Tobacco, and Drug Use and Abuse
In accordance with the BSA Guide to Safe Scouting; this is the policy of the Boy
Scouts of America, Black Swamp Area Council Summer Camps the following
are not tolerate and the proper authorities will be contacted: Alcohol, Tobacco,
Drugs and Medical Marijuana. This includes the use of electronic cigarettes,
personal vaporizers, or electronic nicotine delivery systems that simulate
tobacco smoking.
All BSAC camps and events are Tobacco Free.
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Uniform Policy
The uniform says you belong to the Boy Scouts of America. Wear it with
pride. The Field Uniform is required for retreat and evening meals. At other
times, any BSA appropriate t-shirt, pants/shorts, shoes and socks may be
worn. Closed toe and closed heel shoes must be worn at all times. Water
type shoes: sandals flip flop, and “Crocs” are allowable in the beach/pool
and shower area ONLY.
Vehicles in Camp
No vehicle is allowed beyond the main parking lot without permission of the
Camp Director. A gate is in place at each access point into the camp, and we
ask every leader's cooperation with, and support in, enforcing this policy. The
safety of the boys walking the camp roads is our primary concern. Only
official camp service and emergency vehicles will be permitted beyond the
main parking lot.
a) There will be a window of opportunity on Sunday during check-in
so trailers and equipment may be driven in to the campsite, and
then again on Saturday during check-out, so trailers and
equipment may be driven out of the campsite.
b)
Only one vehicle per campsite at a time (displaying a temporary
camp vehicle pass) during Check-In.
c)
No one is allowed to ride on any camp equipment; no Scouts or
Scouter are to ride in the back of an open vehicle or on the back
of a car. Trucks may not be used for transporting passengers,
except in the cab.
d)
Assigned parking areas for each camp will be outlined at the
pre-camp meetings.
e)
Arrangements will be made for those who require special
transportation accommodations.
Prior notification at the
pre-camp meetings is required if this service is necessary.
f)
Speed limit is 10mph; please keep our Scouts and camp safe.
g)
If weather is bad, please request a tractor to remove trailer.
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Incomplete Merit Badges
For whatever reason, a Scout might not finish a merit badge during his week
at camp. Scouts are provided ample opportunity to complete each and every
merit badge during their stay at camp; therefore, there is no returning to
camp a following week to complete the merit badge or any other
advancement program (BSA Lifeguard, Mile Swim, etc.). We encourage
Scouts and/or leaders that ask for such opportunities to seek out a merit
badge counselor in their troop or district.
The only exception is if the Scout pays the camp fee and attends as a
provisional (Lone Scout).
Submitting Advancements to Council
It is the responsibility of the Scoutmaster to submit all advancement earned
at camp to the council office using the appropriate forms, as you normally
would do within your troop. However, Camp Lakota and Camp Berry will
keep record of all advancement for future referencing and questions.
Staff Area
Staff tents/cabins and showers are off limits to youth and adult campers.
Taps
Taps are at 11:00 p.m. for Lakota & Berry Campers. No one is to be out of
their campsite after taps, unless accompanied by an adult or staff member.
Child Abuse
It is mandatory for any staff member and/or volunteer Scouter or Scout to
immediately report, to the Camp Director, any actual or suspected incident of
child abuse or neglect. The Camp Director is to contact the Scout Executive
and law enforcement and if need be child protective service agencies.
Buddy System
Leaders please promote the buddy system, especially with the younger
Scouts. Both at the pool/aquatic area and while walking to other parts
of camp, it is always wise to do so with a partner.
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CAMPSITE ETIQUETTE
Three fourths of the word Scouting is "outing," and that is what camp is all
about. It is strongly suggested that each troop provide a model campsite and
a model outdoor experience for its Scouts.
a)
Your campsite will be the heart of your troop's experience at
camp. Depending on the site that you have chosen, the
campsite should have 2 - 3 picnic tables, fire suppression
equipment, bulletin board, sink, and flag pole.
a.
Camp Berry: troops are also provided with 2-man
tents on a wooden platform and two cots per tent.
b.
Camp Lakota: troops must supply their own
tents and dining flies. Only campsites 2, 3, 13, 14, and
15 are provided with 2-man tents on a wooden plat
form and two cots per tent. Campsites 11b (Pontiac
Adirondacks), 13 (Chief White Hair Adirondacks) and
Blue Gill Bluffs Adirondacks have Adirondack shelters.
* 2 boys per tent/4 boys per Adirondack &
1 adult per tent/ 2 adults per Adirondack.
b.
b)
A campsite is your home away from home; no one should enter
unless given permission.
c)
Incoming mail will be distributed each day. Outgoing mail will be
delivered to the post office.
Please instruct parents to use troop numbers on all mail
Camp Berry Address:
Scout's name & troop number
Camp Berry
11716 Hancock Co. Rd. 40
Findlay, OH 45840
Camp Lakota Address:
Scout’s name & troop number
Camp Lakota
2180 Ginter Road
Defiance, OH 43512
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d)
Damages. It is expected that Scouts will take care of all
equipment they use. Sometimes, however, equipment is
damaged and it needs to be replaced or repaired. If equipment
is misused by the troop, the cost of any damaged equipment
needs to be settled with the Camp Director before the troop
leaves camp on Saturday. Damages to equipment should be
reported to the Camp Director or Camp Ranger (so that it may
be fixed promptly so others will not get hurt). Everyone at camp
is expected to be respectful of all camp structures, including
camp owned tents. Writing on walls, carving on wood, kicking of
walls, etc. will not be tolerated. A fee will be assessed for all
damage done.
e)
e)
Recycling. There are recycling containers provided in camp for
recycling cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastic bottles. There
will be bins in your campsite for you to put your recycling in.
When it becomes full, please set by the road and the staff will
pick it up along with the trash.
WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP
Check List containing the following can be found in printable
form on the website:
General Items
Clothing
Optional Gear
What the Troop and Patrol Should Bring
What Scouts, the Troop and the Patrol Should Not Bring
◊ Sheath knife
◊ Firearms or ammunition
◊ Fireworks or explosives (including aerosol cans)
◊ Pets
◊ Alcohol and/or illegal drugs
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CAMP HONORS PROGRAM
The five year honor camper program allows a Scout to return year-afteryear, work on different requirements, and acquire a part of a large,
five-segmented patch. The goal behind the program is to recognize those
Scouts who fully engage in the Boy Scout summer camp experience.
Requirements increase in difficultly and/or responsibility over the five-year
program.
BLACK SWAMP AREA COUNCIL REFUND POLICY
IV.
DISTRICT OR COUNICL EVENTS, TRAINING, PROGRAMS
*Refunds will be granted, minus individual deposit fee, program costs and
food costs and a 15% administration fee. For medical reasons and death in
the family.
*Refunds will not be made for late arrivals or early departures.
To avoid confusion, please inform parents of the refund policy when they
register their sons for camp. All programs offered by the Black Swamp Area
Council, BSA, require a great deal of planning, and purchasing takes place
well in advance of the event. These plans include, but are not limited to,
staff, food, program materials, patches, awards, and rental and/or purchase
of equipment. When a troop makes a reservation, these items are included
in the ordering and staffing of the camp.
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