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2014CAMP KERN

PROGRAM GUIDEFOR LEADERS

SOUTHERN SIERRA COUNCIL BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES TROOP & ADULT SRVC PROJECTS 2 LEADERSHIP TRAINING 2 BROTHERHOOD OF THE MTN MAN 2 HONOR RIBBONS / CAMPER TOTEM 3 ISLAND ADVENTURE 3 ORDER OF THE ARROW 3 CAMPFIRES / HIKE DAY 3 BIKE USE / NATURE 4 SHOOTING SPORTS / SWIMMING 4 BOATING / MILE SWIM 5 BSA LIFEGUARD / FISHING 5 SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES 6 LEAVE NO TRACE 6 TRAIL TO FIRST CLASS 6 ADVANCED CAMPER EXPERIENCE 7 HORSEMANSHIP 8 HANDICRAFT 8 TRAIL TO EAGLE 9 ADVANCEMENT AT CAMP KERN 10 ADVANCEMENT POLICIES 10

MERIT BADGE CLASSES POLICIES AND MERIT BADGES 11 PRE-REQUISITES 12 FREE-TIME MERIT BADGES 15 BRYAN BATEY SAILING ACADEMY 15 FORMS BROTHERHOOD OF THE MTN MAN 16 TRAIL TO FIRST CLASS 22 CAMP KERN TOTEM 23 WEEK AT A GLANCE 24 PARENTAL FIREARM AUTHORIZATION 25 MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION 26 BARGE SCHEDULE 27 CAMP MENU 28 PERSONAL GEAR LIST 29 FORMS REQUIRED/CHECK-IN 30 CAMP ROSTER 31 CAMPER EARLY RELEASE FORM 32 TRIP/ACTIVITY AUTHORIZATION 33 MERIT BADGE SCHEDULE 34 MERIT BADGE SIGN-UP SHEET 35

Other forms are available at www.sscbsa.org/campkern

CAMP KERN PROGRAM OPPORTUNITIES Welcome to the Camp Kern program. Along with the great location and staff, Camp Kern offers outstanding camp programs that emphasize the aims and methods of scouting. The intent of the camp program is to build character, increase citizenship, and develop increased physical, mental, and emotional fitness in all campers. To ensure this the program specializes in building self-reliance, advancing others through service oriented activities, strengthening a Scouts belief in the Scout Oath and Law, incorporating the patrol method in all applicable activities, emphasizing the benefits of being out-of-doors through various skills and activities, encouraging positive adult role modeling for the youth campers, while at the same time increasing self-worth and positive identity, devotion to religious ideals, and strengthening leadership skills. Scouts and leaders will experience a myriad of activities that are fun, challenging, and designed to facilitate personal growth. Merit badge courses, free-time elective activities, and special programs will ensure that everyone in your troop is busy having a great time. Be sure that your Scouts know which merit badges they want to take prior to coming to camp (see merit badge sign-up sheet) below.

GENERAL OVERVIEW OF THE CAMP PROGRAM

Each day at camp, with the exception of Wednesday hike day, the program is divided into three parts: morning, afternoon, and evening. Morning session consists primarily of campsite inspections, morning messages, and merit badge classes that each Scout signs up for. After lunch the camp the afternoon session is primarily devoted to free-time, which allows Scouts to participate in whatever program opportunities they wish. This can consist of taking extra merit badge classes that they are not signed up for they, swimming in the lake, shooting the rifles, visiting the trading post, hiking, sailing, canoeing, or simply sitting in their campsite working on homework. This time is for the campers to enjoy the camp however they wish. After dinner an evening of activities are provided by the staff that allow Scouts to grow as individuals and troops to bond as a unit. The full week-long schedule can be viewed in the “Camp Kern Week at a Glance” provided at the end of this guide.

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TROOP SERVICE PROJECT

Kern provides opportunities for your unit to do service projects while in camp. This is an important part of the camping experience and helps Scouts feel a sense of ownership in Camp Kern. The ranger staff will tailor projects to your troop’s skill and ability level. If you have any ideas about the service project you would like to perform, simply let us know. Tuesday evening—troop friend night—is designed for Scouts to have a chance to work on service projects with their troop friends.

ADULT SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

There are many facility improvements that are on-going at Camp Kern. We are always looking for people who would like to help make Camp Kern a better place. If you would like to participate in cutting wood or in any other project that would require special tools, feel free to bring your own equipment. If you have a special skill set and would like to share it during your stay at Camp Kern, do not hesitate to let the camp director know. You can always call the camp at (559) 893-3387 to find out what type of projects we are working on at the moment.

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Roundtables will be held for Scoutmasters and adult leaders on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. These meetings are designed to keep you informed about the daily program while simultaneously infusing leadership concepts into your experience at camp. They are also a great time during which questions can be answered. We highly encourage that at least one adult leader from every troop attends the daily roundtable so that they can relay the appropriate information to their troop. Camp Kern also offers the following adult training opportunities:

A. Safe Swim Defense - will be taught at the campfire bowl on Tuesday at 9:30 am. B. Safety Afloat - will be taught at the campfire bowl on Tuesday at 9:30 am. C. BSA Lifeguard - the class will begin on Monday after swim checks. It will take about 30 hours to

complete during the week and will require the person to work on requirements during all three merit badge hours, all day Wednesday, and most of the free-time throughout the week.

D. Leave No Trace Training - will be taught on Thursdays at 3:00 PM during free-time and will consist of approximately 30 minutes of instruction on our responsibility to Mother Nature.

SENIOR PATROL LEADER ROUNDTABLE

Roundtables will be held for the SPL’s at 1:30 PM everyday but Wednesday in the Camp Kern Chapel. These meetings, under the leadership of the commissioners, are designed to keep the SPL’s informed about the daily schedule while giving them additional tools needed to be better leaders of their troop.

BROTHERHOOD OF THE MOUNTAIN MAN

Camp Kern has its own in-camp honor society known as The Brotherhood of the Mountain Man. Scouts who meet the rank-appropriate requirements will advance in the Brotherhood of the Mountain Man and will be given the corresponding arc, which symbolizes their standing in the brotherhood. Adult leaders can also advance in the brotherhood as they complete requirements at camp. The Brotherhood of the Mountain Man round patch can be purchased in the trading post for $3.00 per patch. The senior patrol leader, under the direction of the Scoutmaster, is ultimately responsible for keeping track of the each Scout’s progress. As Scouts and leaders return to Camp Kern year after year, participate in the program, and fulfill all of the requirements for rank advancement, they will advance as follows:

1st year: Woodsrunner 3rd year: Trapper 5th year: Frontiersman 7th year: Mountain Man 2nd year: Pathfinder 4th year: Chief Trader 6th year: Booshway

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HONOR RIBBONS

Each troop will have the opportunity to earn the Camp Kern Honor Award as they participate and progress in the program during the week. This award honors those units who are proactive in promoting the values of Scouting through their service to the camp and others. This is not a competition between troops, but rather a goal to work toward while simultaneously building troop unity and facilitating personal development. Scouts, under the direction and encouragement of their adult leaders and the staff, will strive for success. Ribbons will be presented to each unit at the closing campfire so that deserving troops may be recognized.

CAMPER TOTEM

Each Scout will be given a leather totem bearing the annual Camp Kern logo. Throughout the week, each camper will be recognized for participation in Camp Kern programs by being presented with different colored beads that correspond with each activity that they participate in.

ISLAND ADVENTURE

Camp Kern offers a great troop activity for those who want to brave the waters of Huntington Lake. Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the free-time, troops can sign-up to canoe to “Scout Island” to jump off the rocks, play in the water, and enjoy the beautiful High Sierra scenery. This commissioner guided activity will require those troops who want to participate to sign-up in advance during the first adult leader roundtable on Monday afternoon.

ORDER OF THE ARROW

Camp Kern emphasizes the promotion of the Order of the Arrow (OA). This is done so through a call-out ceremony on Monday evenings along with an ice-cream social for all current and prospective members of the OA.

CAMPFIRES

Camp Kern facilitates three different campfires throughout the week. The camp staff will perform an opening and closing campfire for the campers. The Wednesday night commissioner campfire allows each troop to participate along with the staff. Please come to camp ready to perform a run-on, skit, song, and cheer as a troop. Your troop friends will be ready to help you, if need be. Please keep all performances scouting appropriate.

HIKE DAY

Camp Kern and Huntington Lake border the Kaiser National Wilderness. This 22,700-acre wilderness area gives Scouts and adult leaders opportunities to hike, backpack, and fish at elevations between 7,000 and 10,320 feet. Listed are just a few of the many natural, high mountain lakes, beautiful meadows, and impressive rock formations that will create a spectacular hiking experience for all ages and levels:

Indian Pools: Between 7 and 9 mile round trip hike that is mostly on flat terrain. It offers spectacular views and swimming in the shallow pools. After eating lunch enjoy a pleasant hike back to camp. This is a great hike for younger Scouts.

Rancheria Falls: An enjoyable, 12 mile round trip hike that goes to a spectacular falls that are 150 feet high by 50 feet wide and which run year round. After cooling off in Rancheria Creek and eating lunch, return to camp. This is an easy hike until the last few miles in which there is about a 1000 foot elevation gain in the last mile of the hike. Recommended for campers 14 and older or younger Scouts with hiking experience.

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Around the Lake: This 20-mile hike is relatively flat, but not for the faint of heart. Starting from Camp Kern, proceed in a clockwise direction around Huntington Lake. Stop at Captain Jack’s for milkshakes, if you’d like.

Nellie Lake: This moderate to difficult 12 mile round trip hike begins by the Upper Billy Creek Campground and ends at beautiful Nellie Lake. After eating lunch, doing some fishing (provided Scouts have required licenses and equipment), and swimming at the lake, return to camp the way you came. Recommended for fit campers that are 14 years and older.

Sunset Point: An enjoyable 8-10 mile hike that offers spectacular views of the lower Shaver Valley, fishing, and some limited swimming. A great hike for young Scouts.

Kaiser Loop Trail: This is a strenuous hike that includes a gain of 3,000 feet in altitude combines a climb to an outstanding panoramic view of the High Sierras with a tour through the forest and meadows of the lower portions of the Kaiser Wilderness. This challenging 20 mile hike is recommended for older Scouts and those who have hiking experience. Those who participate in ACE will be hiking this trail on Hike Day.

BIKES IN CAMP

We have a number of bikes that are used by our ACE and High Adventure programs. Bikes will be available for check-out during free-time when they are not being used by the ACE program. You must know and follow all of the BSA and Forest Service bicycle rules, which includes wearing a helmet and staying on the trails while riding. Due to lack of space, bike riding in camp is prohibited; therefore, if you plan on biking, we recommend that you sign up with the ACE program. We discourage bringing your own personal bikes, but you may do so at your own risk and as long as you comply with the camp guidelines stated above.

NATURE AREA AND TRAIL

Camp Kern offers many opportunities to discover and learn about the environment and the unique ecology of the High Sierra’s. We offer nature trail tours which are given by our nature staff. Take in the diverse terrain and abundance of wildlife in their natural habitat.

RIFLE, SHOTGUN, AND ARCHERY RANGES

Rifle and archery ranges are available for use by all campers who have a signed parental release form. Shotgun shooting is available to those who are 14-years-old and older. All participants must participate in a safety orientation from the range instructors prior to using any of the shooting sports equipment. Ammunition and arrows are provided at the range. There is a $10 per person charge for shotgun shooting, all other ammunition is provide free at Camp Kern. Scouts taking archery must purchase an arrow kit that is sold at the trading post.

SWIMMING

Huntington Lake offers some of the best water recreation in the Sierra Nevada’s. Camp Kern’s swim area operates in strict accordance with BSA policies and is used for merit badges, rank advancement instruction, and free-time swims. Although the water temperature is usually safe for regular water-related Scouting activities, there might be times during the beginning of the summer when it is slightly colder than normal. During these times, it is recommended that each camper bring a wetsuit if they plan to spend a great deal of time doing aquatics merit badges, participating in ACE water activities, or simply swimming during free-time.

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BOATING

Camp Kern provides sailboats, catamarans, kayaks, paddle boards, canoes, rowboats, a water trampoline, and motor boats (there is a one-time $10.00 fuel fee for use of the motor boats). All of these items are available for use during all free-time. Huntington Lake is home to world-class sailing. We recommend that you and your Scouts take advantage of the great sailing opportunities offered during free-time. In accordance with BSA’s Safety Afloat, everyone in a water vessel must wear a life vests and have passed the BSA swimmer test. An orientation and demonstration of ability is required to use equipment. It is highly recommended that each camper bring a wetsuit if they plan on spending a lot of time using the boats or other water vessels.

MILE SWIM

This is an individual activity that is open to all campers, Scouts and adult leaders alike who pass their BSA swimmer test. The mile swim is a program that consists of an 800 yard swim on Tuesday, a half-mile swim on Thursday, and a full mile swim on Friday. Swimmers must participate in all three swims in order to receive the Mile Swim Award. In addition, they will need another troop member to be their buddy and help them count laps. The waterfront director will assign times, locations, and equipment to be utilized.

BSA LIFEGUARD

This program is for older Scouts (14 and older) and adult leaders. It will take about 30 hours to complete during the week and will require the person to work on requirements during all three merit badge hours, all day Wednesday, and most of the free-time throughout the week. The candidates will work closely with our waterfront staff throughout the week and learn all aspects of lifeguard skills and waterfront operation. If interested, please contact the waterfront director on Monday morning during swim checks.

It is highly encouraged that at least one adult member in each troop certify. This will allow troops and units to participate in all water activities throughout the year while being covered by the rules and regulations outlined in the BSA Guide to Safe Scouting.

Those Scouts participating in this program will NOT participate in Hike Day, but instead will stay in camp and under the direction of the Waterfront Director continue to work on their certification.

**Note: There has to be at least 4 participants in the program during the week in order to run the class.

FISHING PROGRAM

Camp Kern is a great place to fish and because of this encourages participation in the BSA’s Take Me Fishing program. The stocked waters of Huntington Lake offer many chances to catch your fair share of Rainbow Trout. We recommend that fishermen practice catch and release, although you can keep the fish if you plan on cooking it in your campsite (note: the kitchen cannot store fish for you in the refrigerator). We also recommend the use of barbless hooks for easy release of the fish after they are caught. Some bait and tackle items will be sold in the trading post, but we recommend that you come stocked with your own bait. Please come to camp prepared to fish with your own equipment. The camp will have a few poles and basic equipment that can be used, but this equipment will be used primarily for those who are enrolled in the fishing merit badge class.

Anyone 16 years of age and older must have a current fishing license to take any kind of fish, mollusk, invertebrate, amphibian or crustacean in California. Camp Kern will not have fishing licenses for sale. We recommend purchasing the appropriate license at your local sporting goods store prior to coming to camp. If you do not get a chance to do this, however, you can purchase fishing licenses at the Lakeshore General Store. Make sure you have valid identification on your person in order to purchase a California State fishing license. When fishing at Camp Kern it is the campers’ responsibility to know

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the California State fishing guidelines. Please be aware of and know that Camp Kern will enforce all California State fishing regulations.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES

The following are special opportunities for boys to improve their skills and serve others. To have a chance to earn special recognition in these fields you must meet the requirements written next to the award. Those who participate and complete the requirements will be recognized at the end of camp and be eligible to purchase the patch or carry the card that correlates with the award.

Firem’n Chit: Taught in the Handicraft or Trail to First Class area during the free-time and is available to all adults and boys.

Totin’ Chip: Taught in the Handicraft or Trail to First Class area during the free-time and is available to all adults and boys. Scouts must have this certification before they can handle knives at camp.

Leave No Trace Training: Taught on Thursdays at 3:00 PM during free-time. Approximately 30 minutes of instruction on our responsibility to Mother Nature. (Note: No certification will be earned for this class.)

BSA Lifeguard: See BSA Lifeguard requirements above.

Mile Swim BSA: Available to all Scouts & Adult Leaders. See Mile Swim requirements above.

LEAVE NO TRACE

Along with providing Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class advancement opportunities the Trail to First Class program will also teach a Leave No Trace Training. All Monday classes will spend a portion of time teaching the Seven Principles of Leave No Trace and conducting several activities that emphasize understanding the Outdoor Code.

TRAIL TO FIRST CLASS

The Trail to First Class program is for all Scouts needing to pass off rank advancement requirements for Tenderfoot, Second Class and First Class. Camp Kern offers a merit badge period for teaching the skills required in each rank. If the Scout wants to work on all three ranks he will have to take each of the merit badge periods. We suggest that new Scouts who are focusing on rank advancement take at least one class, as they will meet every day to work on requirements. For Scouts who have only a few requirements to pass off, it is suggested that they do not sign up for a class, but rather work on their requirements during the free-time. If the scouts do take all three periods they will still have time during free time to earn other merit badges.

Please note that Scouts who come to camp as Tenderfoots will not be First Class by the end of the week, but if they attend class every day and work hard during the free-time, they will complete many of the requirements needed to advance. Included in this guide is the form the counselor will use to mark what the Scout has passed off during the week. This will be returned to the Scoutmaster upon check-out on Saturday morning. Once at home, the Scoutmaster can sign the Scouts’ handbooks off according to what has been signed off on the sheet. Below are the requirements that will be covered during the specific days of the week at Camp Kern.

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Camp Kern’s Trail to First Class Schedule

MB Period Rank Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

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Tenderfoot

6-display, raise, fold flag 7-Scout Oath, motto, slogan Understanding the Outdoor Code

4a-demonstrate how to whip and fuse the ends of a rope 4b-tie half hitch & taut line hitch 5-review hiking rules

11-poisonous plants 12a-Heimlich 12b-elementary first aid

Swim

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Second Class

1a-compass skills & orient a map 1b-5 mile orienteering course Understanding the Outdoor Code

3c-knife, axe, $ saw care 3d-tools for making kindling, fuel for cooking fire 9e-appropriate use of cooking fire and lightweight stove 3f-lighting a fire and stove

7a-hurry cases 7b-personal first aid kits 7c-intermediate first aid

8a-safe swim 8b-swim check 8c-rescue methods, reaching and throwing

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First Class

1-find directions without a compass during day/night 2-1-mile orienteering course requiring measuring 6-10 kinds of native plants Understanding the Outdoor Code

7a-lashing use, timber hitch, clove hitch, square knot, shear, diagonal lashing poles 7b-camp gadget 8a-bowline and uses

8b-first aid and bandages 8c-transport moves 8d-5 common signs of a heart attack and CPR steps

9a-safe trip afloat 9b-swim check 9c-tender and rescuer

ADVANCED CAMPER EXPERIENCE (ACE)

Camp Kern offers a fantastic in-camp high adventure program for all campers over the age of 14 years-old. This program is designed for older boys and adults who want to participate in more high adventure activities at scout camp. Participation in this program can be done in conjunction with merit badge classes, which will be taken in the morning, or it can stand alone and be the only thing a Scout participates in. A Scout can take merit badge classes and participate in ACE, but they will miss the ACE morning activities in order to take merit badge classes. Those who participate will be hiking, sailing, canoeing, shooting, biking, horseback riding, and rock climbing throughout the week. Those who participate in every activity will receive a special patch at the end of the week. On Tuesday afternoon the ACE group will be going on a two hour recreational horseback ride on the north side of the lake. This is a guided ride through D&F Pack Station and will be an additional $50.00 for those who want to participate. Money should be paid in the trading post upon arrival at camp using cash, a personal check or a credit card. A special pass will be given to riders upon check-in at camp and after verification of payment. All riders are required to have a signed waiver form prior to riding. Those who do not participate will be board sailing on the lake.

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ACE Week at a Glance

HORSEMANSHIP

Camp Kern has partnered with D & F Pack Station to provide an outstanding horsemanship experience. Located just across the lake from camp, D & F will teach the Horsemanship merit badge in an all-day session on each Wednesday of camp. Instead of participating in the hike day, Scouts will be barged by the camp staff to the public docks. Scouts will then hike the ½ mile to D & F Pack Station. Staff will pick up riders at the public docks at the conclusion of the ride and return them to camp. Scouts will also need to bring a bandana or something to cover their face for the ride due to dust in the air. Following the merit badge instruction, each Scout will enjoy a full length ride throughout the Huntington Lake area. There is an additional cost of $100.00 for this merit badge and fees must be paid prior to attending camp or through the trading post once at camp. Those who participate must fill out the Horsemanship application & waiver located online at www.sscbsa.org/campkern.

HANDICRAFT PROGRAM

Camp Kern offers a fun handicraft program that is made up of six merit badges that can be earned during merit badge class time OR free-time. The Camp Kern handicraft schedule operates according to the schedule indicated below. During the morning session each period will offer a number of merit badge options for Scouts, which they will work on during the week every time they attend the class. Scoutmasters need to put their Scouts in the class period that best fits their need and ability level. Below are a few examples of how a Scoutmaster could schedule a Scout’s handicraft class: Example #1-Johnny Scout is an 11-year old new Scout who needs all of the handicraft merit badges. He could sign Johnny up for 1st & 3rd periods which will allow him a chance to earn a number of merit badges. When Johnny attends first period on Monday he will choose between art and woodcarving merit badge and then work on those badges on Monday and Tuesday OR until he completes the badge. Once he completes the badge the instructor will then give him the option of basketry or sculpting to begin working on. So realistically if Johnny has the ability he could earn two merit badges during 1st period. He would do the same thing in his 3rd period class and could realistically earn four handicraft merit badges by the end of the week. Example #2-Johnny Scout is a 13 year old Scout who has most of the handicraft merit badges offered, except for photography and sculpting. So the Scoutmaster signs him up for 2nd period photography, which he will hopefully earn by the end of the week. However, Johnny also needs and wants sculpting, but has other classes in the camp he wants to take during the periods it is offered. So the Scoutmaster tells him to attend handicraft during the free-time beginning at 2 pm on Thursday. At this time sculpting

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Swim Checks assigned as

troops

Bike Ride

to Indian Pools

Breakfast: 6:15 AM

Kaiser Loop Trail

Hike

Catamaran

Sailing

Sunset Point

Hike

Rock

Climbing/ Bouldering

Horseback

Riding &

Board Sailing

Catamaran

Sailing

Overnighter to Scout Island

Mountain Boarding

& Black Powder

Shooting

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will be taught for the entire three hours of free-time, but this will require Johnny to spend his free-time that day in handicraft until he earns the badge. Example #3-Johnny Scout does not want to take handicraft classes during the merit badge class period, but instead chooses to attend class during the free-time on Monday and Tuesday to earn woodcarving and photography. He will be expected to attend the entire time on each of those days OR until he earns the badge on those days, whichever comes first. NOTE: *Scouts taking photography merit badge must come to camp with a digital camera that he will use to fulfill the merit badge requirements. **Scouts who want to take free-time handicraft classes on Monday will take these in the morning from 9:30 am-12:15 pm. They must be prepared to pull away from the class when they have swim checks, after which they can return to the class and hopefully complete the requirements. If they do not complete the requirements for art or woodcarving during this time they may return anytime during the free-time to finish the merit badge. ***Scouts who take handicraft merit badge classes during the class periods can attend any day during free-time to continue working on requirements they did not finish in class, even if that merit badge is not taught that day during free-time.

Handicraft Schedule

Period Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

1st Art & Woodcarving

Art & Woodcarving

Basketry & Sculpture

Basketry & Sculpture

2nd *Photography & Leather

*Photography & Leather

*Photography & Leather

*Photography & Leather

3rd Basketry & Sculpture

Basketry & Sculpture

Leather & Art Leather & Art

Free-Time **Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

Art & Woodcarving

*Photography & Leather

Sculpture & Basketry

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2014 TRAIL TO EAGLE PROGRAM

The Trail to Eagle program is for all Scouts needing to earn merit badges required to reach the rank of Eagle Scout. Each year Camp Kern offers three Eagle required merit badges. Trail to Eagle is offered as an alternative to free-time on the day the class is offered. If the Scout wants to work on all three Eagle merit badges offered this summer he will have to spend his free-time in class working, forfeiting any troop activities planned during that time period. It is suggested that older Scouts take these classes. Each class will move at a faster pace than standard merit badge classes, however all requirements will be taught, no more no less. Scout do not have to earn or attend all three merit badge classes to be involved in Trail to Eagle; if they have already earned one of the badges offered they will be free to enjoy their free-time on the day that class is taught. The Trail to Eagle merit badge classes will focus on requirements that can be completed at camp. Many of the requirements for these badges cannot be taught at camp as they require things that the Scout must do on their own. Please know that the counselor will only pass off prerequisites Scouts have completed if they come to class with a note from the Scoutmaster indicating there completion to his level of expectation. Scouts who come to camp without having the prerequisites completed will not earn the merit badge. They will, however, go home with a signed blue card that only needs to be dated

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by their Scoutmaster upon completion of the missing personal requirements. Below is the day each merit badge will be taught during the summer of 2014.

Tuesday Camping

Must come to class having completed requirements (9a & b)

Make sure to come to class with a copy of your troop roster and patrol roster. Thursday Citizenship in the Nation

Must come to class having completed requirements (2 & 3) Friday Personal Management

Must come to class having completed requirements (1, 2, & 8)

ADVANCEMENT AT CAMP KERN

Rank advancement is primarily the responsibility of the unit leaders and the unit committee. Camp Kern assists unit leadership by providing the finest in instruction and counseling. Although staff instructors and counselors will provide accurate records for information covered and skills accomplished, it is the responsibility of each unit leader to mark rank advancements in each scout’s individual record (usually in his handbook). Camp counselors will also sign merit badge cards, but the unit leaders are responsible to ensure proper recording in each scout’s permanent record.

ADVANCEMENT POLICIES

1. All advancement will be in accordance with BSA National Standards. 2. Merit badge counselors must be 18 years of age or older. 3. No substitutions for any requirements are allowed. 4. Blue cards for completed merit badges are provided by Camp Kern. 5. Those not completing all requirements for a merit badge will be given partial completion slips. 6. Boards of Review may be conducted in camp if adequate adult leadership is available.

Appropriate adult representation on the board, however, is the responsibility of each unit’s leaders.

7. The Scoutmaster is responsible to prepare, monitor, and verify completion of a Scout’s advancement.

8. Completing prerequisites for each merit badge by the Scout is highly encouraged and work done before camp is acceptable.

9. Any Scout receiving a merit badge from Camp Kern will know the subject matter and will have learned the practical skills associated with the merit badge.

Note: Unit leaders are given an opportunity to review all advancement records before leaving camp and are encouraged to review them at home and give the cards to the unit advancement chairman.

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MERIT BADGE CLASSES

The teaching of merit badges at Camp Kern is an important part of the program. Ensuring that campers receive the highest quality instruction is vital to the integrity of the Scouting program. While at camp, Scouts must complete all of the requirements—no more, no less—in order to receive the completed blue card. Scouts who do not complete the merit badge will receive a partial and will be able to complete the merit badge back at home with a local merit badge counselor.

Some of the merit badges offered at Camp Kern have requirements that cannot be completed while at camp. Merit badges such as environmental science (solitary observation), astronomy (night observations), weather (out-of-class observations), first aid (teaching others), to name a few, will require extra effort on behalf of the Scout. It is suggested that the Scoutmaster look through the merit badge requirements that each Scout is taking and plan on fulfilling those aspects before camp begins. This will ensure that the Scout will receive the completed merit badge while at camp. Many of these requirements can be fulfilled at camp with the assistance of the Scoutmaster during the scout’s own time. Scouts should also read requirements before coming to camp and begin any such requirements before coming if they wish to complete the badges at camp.

Camp Kern is not a merit badge mill, where one pays a fee and gets merit badges automatically. Instead, we offer merit badges as only one part of the overall camp experience. It is suggested that leaders limit their Scouts to three merit badges to work on while at camp. This will allow the boy to participate in other areas of camp that create a well-rounded camp experience. We do not want to see a scout come to camp and spend the entire week sitting in classes. Due to BSA policy or because some of the more difficult skill-oriented merit badges require increased strength Camp Kern has an age limit requirement for a few merit badges. Scouts must meet the minimum age requirement to take the following classes: Shotgun Shooting (14 years old+), and Small Boat Sailing (13 years old+). It is suggested, but not required, that older Scouts take rifle and archery as they require strength usually found in boys 13 years and older.

At Camp Kern, the staff works hard to see that every Scout gets into merit badge classes that he would like to participate in. Additional staff will be added to accommodate the needs of the merit badge classes as needed. It is wise to look for merit badges that are not normally offered in your hometown and try for those while at camp. Try new things and look for variety. Proper planning between the Scout and their adult leader and parents will be a big help once the Scout arrives at camp. In order for Scoutmasters to follow the progress of their Scouts throughout the week it is recommended that they come to camp with worksheet packets for the merit badge classes they are taking, with the exception of waterfront merit badges. In all of the nature and outdoor skills classes, the instructors will be requiring Scouts to show knowledge and advancement by having them fill out their workbooks or take notes. In the traditional classes that follow more of a classroom approach these workbooks are great for note taking and placing the learning squarely on the shoulders of the Scout. They can be used for review by the Scoutmaster and allow for greater retention of knowledge.

DON’T FORGET TO PRINT OUT THE MERIT BADGE WORKBOOKS TO HELP SCOUTS KEEP THEIR WORK IN ORDER AND TO HELP YOU TRACK THEIR MERIT BADGE PROGRESS WHILE AT CAMP KERN; MAKE SURE TO VISIT THE WEBSITE AT www.meritbadge.org, TO OBTAIN THESE WORKBOOKS. Just in case Scouts do not come to camp with workbooks, they will be sold in the trading post for $1.00.

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Camp Kern Merit Badge Classes & Extra Costs

ARCHAEOLOGY FORESTRY PHOTOGRAPHY ($10.00)

ARCHERY**($5.00) GEOLOGY PIONEERING ($10.00)

ART* ($5.00-$10.00) HORSEMANSHIP ($100.00)*** PLANT SCIENCE

ASTRONOMY* INDIAN LORE ($8.00-$15.00) RIFLE SHOOTING**

BASKETRY($10.00-$15.00) INSECT STUDIES ROWING**

BIRD STUDY ($8.00-$15.00)**** KAYAKING** SCULPTURE ($5.00)

CITIZENSHIP IN NATION **** # LEATHERWORK ($5.00-$10.00) SHOTGUN SHOOTING**($10.00)

CAMPING **** # LIFESAVING** SMALL BOAT SAILING**(2 MB Periods)

CANOEING** MAMMAL STUDY**** SOIL & WTR CONSERVATION ****

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS* MOTOR BOATING **($10.00) SPORTS*

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE** NATURE SWIMMING**

FIRST AID** ORIENTEERING WEATHER

FISHING* PERSONAL MGMT **** # WILDERNESS SURVIVAL

FLY FISHING* PERSONAL FITNESS* WOODCARVING ($8.00-$15.00)

*Merit badge cannot be completed in camp without pre-requisites being completed. ****Free-Time only merit badge. **Merit badge classes only offered during class-time and not offered during free-time. # Trail to Eagle ***Horsemanship is offered by an outside company. See Horsemanship application for details.

Merit Badge Prerequisites and Descriptions

The Trading Post sells Merit Badge books (required for each class) for approximately $5 each and Merit Badge workbooks

(not required but recommended) for $1 each. (ER) means Eagle required.

Archery Additional Cost: Approximately $5 for Arrow kit

Description of Merit Badge: Requires physical strength and remembering a lot of information.

Archeology Description of Merit Badge Good for younger Scouts. Get hands on experience! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Art Prerequisites: Requirement 4

Additional Cost: Approximately $5 - $10 for materials

Description of Merit Badge Good for younger Scouts. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Astronomy

Prerequisites: Requirement 6

Description of Merit Badge: Difficult, and requires night time activities.

Basketry Additional Cost: Approximately $10 - $15 for kits

Description of Merit Badge: Great for younger Scouts, especially those working on First Class Trail.

Bird Study (free time only) Additional Cost: Approximately $8 - $15

Special Clothing or other Item: Bring sketch pad and binoculars to class

Description of Merit Badge: Good for Scouts who enjoy relaxing in Nature. Requires time to observe and record birds.

BSA Lifeguard Description of Merit Badge: Most difficult experience at camp, and rewarding! Please review the course guide in this

Leader’s Guide. Available to boys and adults over the age of 15 (no exceptions)

Bugling (free time only) Special Clothing or other Item: Must bring personal trumpet or bugle to camp.

Description of Merit Badge: Recommended each Troop have at least one scout with the Bugling Merit Badge.

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Canoeing Description of Merit Badge: Can be time intensive with instruction and practice. Interested Scouts should be prepared

to practice during Free Boating. Requires CPR demonstration.

Emergency Preparedness (ER) Prerequisites: Requirements 1, 2c, 6c,8a, 8b, 8c, 9b (First Aid Merit Badge)

Special Clothing or other Item: Bring personal and family emergency kits

Description of Merit Badge: Helps Scouts learn to cope with emergency situations both at home and in the field.

Environmental Science (ER) Description of Merit Badge: Not recommended for first year Scouts. Requires homework outside of class.

Fishing Prerequisites: Catch two fish and clean one fish. Must be done in campsite under Adult supervision

Description of Merit Badge: Surveys basic fishing techniques and spends time fishing Huntington Lake.

Fly Fishing Prerequisites: Catch and clean one fish. Must be done in campsite under Adult supervision

Description of Merit Badge: Surveys basic fly fishing techniques and spends time fishing rivers near camp.

First Aid (ER)

Prerequisites: Prepare and bring home first aid kit to camp

Description of Merit Badge: Difficult. Scouts should be at least First Class

Forestry

Description of Merit Badge: Somewhat difficult. Requires observation, specimen collection, projects

Geology Description of Merit Badge: Explores earth materials, processes, and history, and geology careers.

Horsemanship

Additional Cost: $100. Class taught by D&F Pack Station

Clothing or other Item: Pair of jeans, gloves, covered shoes and bandana to cover mouth

Description of Merit Badge: Taken on Wednesday instead of going on Troop Hike. Please review Horsemanship

section in this Leader’s Guide for more details.

Indian Lore Additional Cost: Approximately $8- 15 for kits

Description of Merit Badge: Involves making artifacts, writing a report, and playing Indian games.

Insect Study Description of Merit Badge: Great for first year scouts! Watch insects in all four phases of their life cycle.

Kayaking Description of Merit Badge: Spend the week paddling around Huntington Lake while learning how to use a Kayak

Leatherwork Additional Cost: Approximately $5 – 10 for kits

Description of Merit Badge: Excellent Merit Badge for first year Campers.

Lifesaving (ER)

Prerequisites: CPR Certification, Swimming Merit Badge

Special Clothing or other Item: Pair of jeans and a long sleeve button down shirt.

Description of Merit Badge: Very intensive, involving safe swim defense, reaching and throwing rescues.

Mammal Study (free time only) Description of Merit Badge: Includes making three-hour observations while at Camp Kern.

Motor Boating Additional Cost: Approximately $10

Description of Merit Badge: Spend the week driving our Mercury motorboats and learning how to drive them safely

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Nature (free time only) Description of Merit Badge: Great for scouts interested in Nature but haven’t learned the general knowledge yet.

Oceanography Description of Merit Badge: We may not be on an ocean but that doesn’t mean we can’t learn about the oceans while

doing cool experiments!

Orienteering Special Clothing or other Item: Good Compass.

Description of Merit Badge: Scouts learn how to use a compass, read a map. Not recommended for first year Scouts.

Personal Fitness (ER) Prerequisite: Requirements 1, 7, 8

Description of Merit Badge: Learn how to develop and maintain skills to keep your body physically strong

Photography

Additional Cost: $10 for materials

Special Clothing or other Item: Digital camera

Description of Merit Badge: What better way to see more of camp kern than by capturing it on camera?!

Pioneering Additional Cost: $10 for pioneering kit

Description of Merit Badge: A must for most Scouts. Scouts will learn about knots, lashings, and rope.

Plant Science Description of Merit Badge: Good for younger Scouts

Rifle Shooting

Description of Merit Badge: Requires shooting 3 and 5 shot groups that can be covered by a quarter and completing a

test that covers the remaining requirements. Difficult merit badge.

Rowing Description of Merit Badge: Scouts learn how to handle a rowboat. May require extra practice time.

Sculpture Additional Cost: Approximately $5-10 for materials

Description of Merit Badge Great for younger Scouts

Shotgun Shooting Additional Cost: $10 for week of shooting

Description of Merit Badge: 14 years or older only. Can be difficult meeting shooting requirements. Will require

effort during free time

Small Boat Sailing (2 MB Periods) Description of Merit Badge: 13 years or older only. A must for scouts at Camp Kern!!! Best sailing in California!

Need previous experience handling a boat and strong upper body strength.

Soil & Water Conservation (free time only) Prerequisites: Must have completed requirement 7

Description of Merit Badge: Difficult class learning how to care for our environment.

Sports Prerequisites: Must have completed requirement 4

Description of Merit Badge: Play sports while learning about safety concerns and good sportsmanship.

Swimming (ER) Prerequisites: CPR Certification and the First Aid Merit Badge.

Description of Merit Badge: Requires basic swimming skills--150 yards swimming continuously, the safe swim

defense plans, and reaching and throwing rescues.

Weather (free time only) Description of Merit Badge: Very difficult, not recommended for younger Scouts. Involves monitoring weather

patterns and camping safety rules pertaining to weather conditions.

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Wilderness Survival Special Clothing or other Item: Multilayered clothing for overnighter

Description of Merit Badge: Includes learning basic first aid for wilderness emergencies, signaling for help, and

surviving in different climates and weather, building and sleeping in shelters.

Woodcarving Additional Cost: $8- 15 for woodcarving kits

Description of Merit Badge: Excellent for first year campers.

FREE-TIME MERIT BADGE CLASSES

Merit badges, with the exception of ALL waterfront merit badges, Rifle, Shotgun, Archery, Environmental Science, and First Aid, will be available during free-time. It is recommended that Scouts sign-up for merit badges during the regularly scheduled class periods.

All Scouts who sign up for a merit badge during the class time can work on skills to fulfill requirements during free-time.

Free-time is also a good time to fulfill requirements for partial merit badges which may have been received from previous counselors. Depending on the requirements that need to be completed, our counselors may be able to assist your Scouts in completing their merit badges.

FREE-TIME MERIT BADGE SCHEDULE The merit badge free-time schedule is designed to better help Scoutmasters plan their Scouts free-time. All classes will be taught from 2-5 pm on the day indicated below. Scouts who wish to participate in a free-time merit badge class are expected to attend the entire time if they want a blue card. Hopefully Scoutmasters can use this guide when planning their Scouts’ overall merit badge schedule.

TUESDAY DINING HALL: Camping NATURE LODGE: Archeology

Astronomy Bird Studies

Forestry PARADE GROUNDS: E-Prep UPPER NATURE: Orienteering

TTFC-Tenderfoot Wilderness Survival

THURSDAY DINING HALL: Cit in Nation NATURE LODGE: Fishing

Insect Studies Mammals PARADE GROUNDS: Personal Fitness UPPER NATURE: Pioneering TTFC-2nd Class

FRIDAY DINING HALL: Per. Management NATURE LODGE: Fly Fishing

Indian Lore Plant Science

Weather PARADE GROUNDS: Sports UPPER NATURE: TTFC-1st Class

BRYAN BATEY SAILING ACADEMY

The Bryan Batey Sailing Academy offers outstanding sailing opportunities for Scouts at Camp Kern! We encourage all scouts 13 years old or older who wish to sign up for the Small Boat Sailing merit badge to do so. We will have instructors who will work with the Scouts to fulfill the requirements outlined by the BSA. It is recommended that scouts have experience with canoeing or rowing prior to enrolling in the course. This class is very challenging and requires a good amount of strength and maturity; therefore, it is recommended that only scouts who are physically and mentally able to participate do so.

The Sailing merit badge will take up two merit badge class times and potentially a significant amount of free-time, so plan accordingly. Remember, when signing a Scout up for this class; only sign him up for one more merit badge class.

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Trail To First Class Sign Off Sheet

Name: ____________________ Troop: ____________________ TENDERFOOT:

4a demonstrate to whip and fuse the ends of a rope_____

4b half hitches, taunt line hitch_____

5 hiking rules_____ 6 display, raise, lower, fold flag_____

7 scout oath, motto, slogan_____

11 poisonous plants, treat_____

12a Heimlich_____

12b elementary first aid_____

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ND CLASS:

1a compass, orient a map_____

1b 5 mile orienteering course_____

3c proper care and use of knife, saw, ax _____

3d use tools to make tinder, kindling, fuel for cooking fire_____

3e appropriate to use a cooking fire and lightweight stove_____

3f demonstrate how to light a fire and lightweight stove_____

7a hurry cases_____

7b personal first aid kit_____

7c intermediate first aid_____

8a safe swim_____

8b swim check_____

8c rescue methods - reaching/throwing_____

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CLASS: 1 Find directions without compass during day/night_____

2 1 mile orienteering course requires measuring_____

6 10 kind of native plants_____

7a when to use lashing, timber hitch, clove hitch, use in square, shear, diagonal lashing of poles_____

7b camp gadget_____

8a bowline and uses_____

8b first aid bandages_____

8c transport moves_____

8d 5 common signs of a heart attack/ steps to CPR_____

9a safe trip afloat_____

9b swim check_____

9c tender and rescuer_____

FREE TIME: 2ND CLASS 1b. 5 mile compass course _____ 1ST CLASS 2. mile hike and measuring _____

FIREM’N CHIT _____ TOTIN CHIP _____

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CAMP KERN TOTEM (Bead Program)

BEAD COLOR REQUIRED ACTIVITY

RED OPENING CAMPFIRE

Commissioner Campfire

YELLOW SCOUTS OWN

WHITE SERVICE PROJECT

Ranger Approved Service Project

ORANGE TROOP FRIEND NIGHT

Cobbler

BLACK HIKE DAY

DARK GREEN NATURE TRAIL

ROYAL BLUE HONOR TRAIL

CLEAR SPARKLE FLAG CEREMONY

BLUE ISLAND ADVENTURE

Canoe trip to Scout Island w/ Commissioners

GREEN COMMISSIONER GAMES

LIGHT BLUE KITCHEN DUTY

BROWN KYBO

PINK TRASH/ RECYCLE PICK UP

CREAM CRITTER FINDER

GOLD PRAYER

GRAY BLACK POWDER

PURPLE SCOUTMASTER ROUND TABLE

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PARENTAL FIREARM* AUTHORIZATION FORM

I give consent for ___________________________________ of Troop # ___________, who is my son/daughter or ward, to use the following equipment offered at Camp Kern:

Please check all that apply Archery Black powder (14 yrs or older) BB Guns Horseback Riding .22 Rifles Climbing/Rappelling Shotguns Watercraft (catamaran, sailboats, windsurf boards)

I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, do hereby authorize the Southern Sierra Council to furnish firearms, archery, and other appropriate equipments as marked, to the minor named herein for the purpose of instruction in the safe handling and shooting of firearms, target shooting and related activities under the supervision of the appropriate Area Director staff.

This authorization will remain in effect for said minor while he is participating in any Boy Scouts of America program or activity related to firearms, unless revoked in writing by the undersigned and said revocation personally delivered to the Council Service Center. Parent/Guardian’s Name ______________________________________ Date ___________________ Phone Number (H) ____________________ (W) ___________________ Parent/Guardian’s Signature ___________________________________ *California Penal Code Section 12522:

S12551. Furnishing Firearm To Minor Under 18 Without Permission of Parent. -- Every Person who furnishes any firearm, air gun, or gas operated gun, designed to fire a bullet, pellet, or metal objective, to any minor under the age of 18 years, without the express or implied permission of the parent or legal guardian of the minor, is guilty of a misdemeanor.

PHOTO RELEASE

I hereby give permission for the Southern Sierra Council and CampWorks, Inc. to use pictures taken of me and/or my son for the promotion of the Scouting program in the Southern Sierra Council and throughout the United States. Full Name of Participant: ________________________ Address: _____________________________ Signature of Participant: _________________________ Date: _______________

Or

Father/Guardian Signature: _____________________________ Date: ______________ Mother/Guardian Signature: _____________________________ Date: _____________

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Camp Kern Medical Administration Form

Name of Scout: _________________________ Troop #: ______ Dates attending: ___________

Medications to be administered: __________________________________________________

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In the schedule below, please mark when each medication is to be administered:

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Morning

Afternoon

Evening

Bedtime

If you have any medications that must be taken at a specific time or at a time that is not listed in the

chart above, please note it here:________________________________________________________

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Note: The Camp Health Officer will approve ways to disperse medication. Adult leaders are highly

encouraged to keep a copy of this medical administration form and to be present during the administration of their Scouts’ medications.

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Camp Kern Barge Departure Schedule

(the time listed is the time at which the barge will depart)

Barge Return Schedule (the time listed is the time at which the barge will depart)

To ensure that you get on a scheduled barge, please sign up in the Program Office.

Special barge trips can be arranged for $10 if need be. Inquire at the Program Office.

*Actual barge time varies according to when our food shipment arrives.

Morning Afternoon Afternoon Evening Night

Sun 7:30 Mon 8:15 12:00 2:00 5:00 8:00 Tu 8:15 12:00 2:00 5:00 8:00

Wed 8:30 11:30 2:00 5:00 8:00 Thurs 8:15 12:00 2:00 5:00 8:00

Fri 8:15 12:00 2:00 5:00 8:00 Sat

Morning Afternoon Afternoon Evening Night

Sun 8:20 Mon 8:35 12:45 2:20 5:20 8:20 Tu 8:35 12:45 2:20 5:20 8:20

Wed 8:50 11:50 2:20 5:20 8:20 Thurs 8:35 12:20 2:20 5:20 8:20

Fri 8:15 12:00 2:00 5:00 8:00 Sat

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Camp Kern Menu*

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Breakfast Pancakes Hash Brown Patty Sausage Links Fruit Bar Cereal Bar Milk Orange Juice

Scrambled Eggs Biscuits & Gravy Hash Browns Bacon Cereal Bar Muffins Milk Orange Juice

Breakfast Casserole Cereal Bar Bagel & Cream Cheese Fruit Milk Apple Juice

Breakfast Burritos Biscuits & Gravy Fruit Bar Cereal Bar Muffins Milk Orange Juice

French Toast Sausage link Hash Brown Fruit Bar Cereal Bar Muffins Milk Orange Juice

Oatmeal Coffeecake Cereal Bar Fruit Bar Cereal Bar Bagel & Cream Cheese Milk Orange Juice

Lunch Sloppy Joe Sandwich Carrot Sticks Tater Tots Salad Bar Pasta Bar Ice Tickle Punch

Hot Dog Sandwich Chili & Cheese Chips Applesauce Pasta Bar Salad Bar Rice Krispy Punch

Lunch on Trail Sandwich Carrots Candy Bar Granola Bar Fruit Roll Up Chips Apple

Pizza Bread Stick Salad Bar Pasta Bar Pudding Pie Punch

Chicken Patty Sandwich Baked Beans Chips & Salsa Salad Bar Pasta Bar Ice Cream Sandwich Punch

Dinner Pork Ribs Baked Potato Mixed Veggies Salad Bar Roll Cake Punch

Spiral Ham Scalloped Potatoes Mixed Vegetables Salad Bar Brownie Milk Punch

Chicken Fajitas Spanish Rice Black Beans Corn Fajita Veggies Salad Bar Churro Milk Punch

Hamburgers French Fries Salad Bar Watermelon Ice Cream Sandwich Milk Punch

Grilled Steak 2x Baked Potato Broccoli Salad Bar Corn Bread Milk Punch

Lasagna Green Beans Salad Bar Bread Stick Cake Milk Punch

*This is a sample menu from years past. Actual menu may vary.

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PERSONAL GEAR FOR SCOUTS AND LEADERS

High Sierra weather is unpredictable in the summer months and may change quickly. Bring clothing appropriate for heat, cold, and rain.

The Official BSA uniform is appropriate dress any time during the week.

Scouts wear full uniforms at evening flag ceremonies and dinner. BSA activity uniform is daytime wear.

Be sure all personal items are marked with full name and unit number. Neither the adult volunteers, the camp, nor the camp staff are responsible for lost or misplaced items.

CLOTHING Uniform, uniform hat T-shirts Shorts Jeans (optional) Swim suit and towel Pajamas or sweats Sweater, jacket, or sweatshirt Tennis shoes Sturdy shoes for hiking Old tennis shoes/water socks for swimming Underwear (1 pair per day) Socks (1 pair per day) Handkerchiefs/tissues

OPTIONAL ITEMS Camera and film Musical instrument Sewing kit Pen, pencil, paper Money for trading post ($50-$75) First aid kit Watch Sunglasses Whistle on cord Compass Fishing pole Pocket knife (need unit leader permission, and

Totin’ Chip card required)

PAPERWORK (Signed, dated) Health Form Medical Administration Form Trip/activity medical permission slip Shooting Sports permission slip Horsemanship Application & Waiver (as needed)

AND VERY IMPORTANT Prescription medications (w/Medical Admin Form)

Sack lunch for drive to camp Lunch money for return from camp

CAMPING GEAR Sleeping bag or blankets Ground cloth Foam pad or air mattress Pillow (optional) Pack/duffel bag/suitcase Day pack/fanny pack Canteen or water bottle Drinking cup Flashlight, extra bulb/batteries Clothes line--1/4"(10-20 feet) and pins Matches, fire lighting devices (adults only)

TOILET KIT Toothbrush and toothpaste Comb Sun screen Soap (biodegradable) Lip balm Insect repellant (non-aerosol) Towel, washcloth Deodorant Shaving gear (adults)

UNAUTHORIZED EQUIPMENT Hunting bows, crossbows, arrows Firearms, ammunition, Cap guns Fireworks Illicit drugs Alcoholic beverages Tobacco products Matches, Fire Lighting Devices (Scouts only) Knives with blades longer than 3" Fixed blade, sheath knives Open toed shoes Expensive jewelry Portable radios, tape players CD players, computer games Animals-brought to or from camp

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FORMS REQUIRED AND CHECK-IN PROCESS

There are a number of forms--for the group as well as for individuals--required for camp attendance. Overall suggestions for successful forms management include:

Recruit a leader whose only role is to disperse and track forms required for camp. Read and complete each form carefully.

Ensure that authorized signatures are obtained as required.

The following forms are required for camp:

Unit Forms

Tour Plan Application. Available at all Council Service Centers. Submit the form to your local Council Service Center at least 2 weeks prior to your departure. The signed portion will be requested when you check in at camp. Southern Sierra Council units do not need this form.

Proof of Accident and Sickness Insurance. (For all out-of-council units.) A council insurance claim form is acceptable proof.

Camp Roster. List all youth and adult campers, with emergency contact names and telephone numbers. Bring 3 copies to camp (one for the Director, one for the Medical Staff and one for yourself)

Individual Forms

Personal Health and Medical Record. Available at all Council Service Centers and on the Internet at www.Scouting.org. Every camper must have a health form. See the Health section of this camp guide for further information.

Medical Administration Form. All medications dispensed at camp should be listed on each Scouts individual form. Forms will be collected by the Camp Health Officer.

Parent Authorization for Trip/Activity Medical Treatment. Provides leaders transporting scouts to camp permission to treat them. This form should travel to camp in the same vehicle as the camper, not be held together by the tour leader. It is the one form in this packet that should not be handed in at camp. The unit leader should collect them on arrival and hold them for departure.

Parental Firearm Authorization Form - Consent for Minor to use Firearms, BB Rifles and Archery Equipment. Must be completed by a scout’s parent or legal guardian in order for him to shoot rifles, shotguns and bow and arrows.

Horsemanship Application & Waiver – as needed - Must be completed by a scout’s parent or legal guardian in order for him to take part in the Horsemanship Merit Badge or trail rides.

The speed of your unit’s check in will be greatly improved if:

All forms are organized by type and readily available. Since the forms are processed and used in different locations at camp, have all medical forms, all shooting sports permission slips, etc. grouped together rather than by individual camper.

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CAMP ROSTER

UNIT LEADER: ______________________ UNIT: _________________ DISTRICT: _____________

CAMP: _________________ CAMPSITE: ________________________ WEEK: _________________ Page _____ of _____

Adult Leaders Date in Camp

Emergency Contact

Emergency Phone

Date of Youth Protection Trng

Primary

As the unit leader responsible for Youth Protection training in this unit, I verify that the above adult leaders have completed Youth Protection Training on the dates listed.

NAME (Print)_______________________ SIGNATURE:__________________________

Youth Names Rank Age

Emergency Contact

Emergency

Phone

SPL

SPL – Senior Patrol Leader or top youth leader

BRING 2 COPIES OF THIS FORM TO CAMP WITH YOU

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CAMPER EARLY RELEASE FORM Camper: _______________________________________ Unit: __________________ Address: ____________________________ City: ___________________ Zip: ____________________ Unit Leader Name: ______________________________ Phone: (H) _________________________ Address: _______________________________________ City: _____________ Zip: _____________ Unit Leader Signature Approval for Release: ______________________________________________ Date: ________________ Time: _____________ AM _____ PM _____ Name of Person to Whom Camper is released: ________________________________ Address: _______________________________________ City: _____________ Zip: _____________ Phone: ___________________ Date of Release: _________________ Time of Release: _______________ AM _____ PM _____ Proof of Identity of Said Person: ____________________________________________ Reason for Release: _________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ Camp Director’s Comments: ___________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________________________

Camp Representative’s Signature: ____________________________________

Date__________ Time__________

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PARENT AUTHORIZATION FOR TRIP/ACTIVITY

AND MEDICAL TREATMENT I, the undersigned parent/guardian of ________________________________________ (Scout) authorize his participation in the Southern Sierra Council summer camp program at _______________________________ on ____________________________________, (Name of camp) (Dates of Camp) including travel to and from camp by motor vehicle. I understand the trip/activity will be under the general supervision of _________________________________________________ . (Registered Adult Leader’s Name) In case of emergency, I understand reasonable effort will be made to contact me. In the event I cannot be reached, I authorize the physicians or hospitals selected by the adult leader to provide medical treatment, including, without limitation, hospitalization, anesthesia, surgery, medication by injection or otherwise, and release to the adult leader. __________________________________________ __________________________ (Signature of Parent/Guardian) (Date) ________________________________________________________________________ (Address) _______________________________________ (24-hour Emergency Phone Number) _______________________________________ __________________________ (Medical Insurance Co.) (Policy Number)

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NOTE: Please only sign up for 3 classes per scout . Other badges can be taken during free time or when arranged with class instructors.

$ - Class has a fee or requires the purchase of class materials * - Age Limits

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