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Cub Scout Day CampLeader and Adult

Volunteer Guide

Rope SwingArcheryMonkey BridgeCrafts

LOTS OF FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


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2014 Day Campwill be an exciting,

fun filled program for allCub Scouts and adults

The 2014 theme is.

Adventure Island!

We hope you and your packplan to participate in at least one of

the camps provided by theCrossroads of America Council BSA


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Crossroads of America Adult Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS................................................ 1-2

CAMP ADMINISTRATION................................................ 3

YOUR OUTDOOR PROGRAM COMMITTEE CHAIRS............ 4

CAMP DATES............................................................... 5BELZER DAY CAMP.................................................. 5BEAR CREEK DAY CAMP.......6

WILDWOOD DAY CAMP............................................ 7PATHFINDER DAY CAMP.......................................... 8RED WING DAY CAMP.............................................. 9ROTARY DAY CAMP............................................... 10KIKTHAWENUND DAY CAMP................................... 11

PROMOTION.............................................................. 12

FEES................................................................... 12-13WORKERSHIP PROGRAM........................................ 13REFUND POLICY.................................................... 14

WHO CAN ATTEND? ................................................... 14

TAG-A-LONGS........................................................... 15

DEN CHIEFS......................................................... 15-16

YOUR PACK PREPARATION PLAN............................ 16-17IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE.................................. 17

ATTEND A PRE-CAMP LEADERS MEETING.................... 17WHY CUB SCOUT SUMMER CAMP? .............................. 18

ADVANCEMENT..................................................... 19

ACTIVITIES............................................................ 19WHAT MAY WE DO AT CAMP? ...................................... 19

STAYING OVERNIGHT............................................. 20FAMILY PICNIC....................................................... 20

OPENING CEREMONYADULT BRIEFING..................... 21


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FIELD SPORTS........................................................... 22

WATERFRONT AREA................................................... 22FIRECRAFTER........................................................... 23

TRADING POST.......................................................... 23

PACK OR DEN LEADERSHIP......................................... 24

ADULT EVALUATIONS............................................ 24-25

TRANSPORTATION..................................................... 25

HEALTH LODGE &MEDICAL SERVICES.................... 25-26

HEALTH FORMS..................................................... 26

EMERGENCIES...................................................... 27

ACCIDENTANDILLNESSINSURANCE.................... 27

SPECIAL NEEDS................................................ 27-28

UNDERSTANDINGS............................................... 28

DISCRIMINATION 28

WHAT TO BRING........................................................ 29


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Dear Cub Scout Leader and adult volunteer:

We are pleased your pack has chosen to attend one ofCrossroads of America Councils seven Cub DayCamps.

This guide will help answer most questions for theadults going to camp. Please read it carefully.

An experienced and capable staff will be able to serveyou and your Cub Scout. A fun-filled adventure withadvancement and learning awaits every Cub Scout thissummer.

All of our camps have been nationally accredited

camps for five plus years.

Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf John HarkeyCouncil Chair Council Vice-President

Outdoor Program Program

Visit our Web site atwww.crossroadsbsa.orgfor additional information such as:

Required Forms Camp Maps Driving Directions Council Service Center Information

Outdoor Committee Chairs
http://www.crossroadsbsa.org/http://www.crossroadsbsa.org/http://www.crossroadsbsa.org/


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WHY CUB SCOUT SUMMER CAMP?FUN! FUN! FUN!

The outdoor program is one of the biggest featuresabout Scouting that appeals to boys. A week at camp isthe pinnacle experience your boys will remember aboutCub Scouting.

Consider the following:

The program facilities and equipment cannot beduplicated by a unit on its own. Our camps provide avariety of programs and facilities to match yourunits needs.

Advancement opportunities are second to none.Cub Scouts will make great progress on

achievements and arrow points.The enthusiastic, well-trained staff is available tohelp your dens with a program, whether for fun ortraining.

Strict health and safety standards are maintained atall times: emergency facilities are available.

National camp standards: Our camps are inspectedand follow strict guidelines as required by theNational Office of Boy Scouts of America. We passall standards. Also the National Summertime Packaward will be easier to earn.


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WHO CAN ATTEND DAY CAMP?

Cub Scout Day Camp is open to all BSA registeredTiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Webelos I and II Scouts.Webelos are welcome at Day Camp, and are alsoencouraged to attend Webelos Adventure Camp atKikthawenund Scout Camp. Webelos may attend

both camps. Camp Belzer offers a 1

st

year Webelosprogram where Scouts can earn the Webelos CamperAward and a 2

ndyear Webelos program where Scouts

can earn the Firelight award. These programs includesetting up a campsite, cooking, tomahawks, and more.

The 1styear Webelos Camper program is offered on a

limited basis at District Day Camps. Check with yourcamp director to see if the program is available.

ADVANCEMENT

Achievements, activity badges, electives, sports, andacademic belt loops and pins may be completely orpartially covered at camp. Check with your camp to seeif a list showing advancements worked on is available.

WHAT MAY WE DO AT CAMP?

Handicrafts Archery BB gun shooting & safety Games

Campfires

Family Picnic Friday Overnight Camping Ceremonies Adventure Trails (Belzer only) Nature Swimming (fun & instruction)-not all camps Canoe Rafting-not all camps Much, Much MoreRequest a list of activities from

your selected camp (many activities listed on website)


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PROMOTION

1. Select Day Camp and Webelos Adventure Campchair or coordinator.

2. Select desired camping dates.3. Promote at December and January pack meeting

using promotional DVD, Leader Guide books, Scoutflyers.

4. If you need assistance, contact your districts camppromotion chair or your local Scout Service Center.

FAMILY PICNIC

Make sure your pack families know about the family picnic onFriday evening. Make sure parents know how to get to day camp.Families furnish their own picnic meal. Hot food with tableservice may be purchased for a nominal fee from the Firecrafterorganization at Belzer, Pathfinder, and Red Wing Day Camp.Firecrafter is a local camper service organization

TRADINGPOST

All Day Camps have a trading post where goodies and

souvenirs can be purchased at nominal cost. Camptee shirts are also available. Make sure you check outthe trading post during your week at camp.

FIELD SPORTS

The BB gun and archery ranges are under the

supervision of a qualified range officer. BB guns andbows with arrows are provided free of charge at theranges, so should not be brought from home.


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PACKORDENLEADERSHIPA teacher, a listener, a motivator, a disciplinarian, theseare just a few roles of a leader. Though a leaders rolein camp is probably the most challenging, it is also themost rewarding. Mature, responsible adults are a must.Sources of leadership include: regular den leaders,

assistant den leaders, mothers and fathers,grandparents, or your sponsoring institution.Remember, your adult leadership attends at no charge.One adult attending camp mustcurrently be a registeredmember of the Boy Scouts of

America (over 21 years of age)and all other adults must be atleast 18 years of age. Everypack is required to have atleast two adult leaders incamp at all times. Additionally

a ratio of one adult for everyten or portion of ten Scouts(1:10) must be maintained (see table). Adult leadersare expected to participate in the daily leadersmeeting. Leadership is to be provided for each Cub orWebelos group you bring to camp. Small packs mayshare leadership. Ask about this option if needed.

#

Youth

# Required

Adults

1-20 2

21-30 3

31-40 4

41-50 5

51-60 6

61-70 7

71+

1 to 10

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HEALTH LODGE AND

MEDICAL SERVICES

The health lodge has a qualified health officer who is incommunication with the camp physician for anyemergency. Minor injuries are handled by the healthofficer. If the injury is serious, the camper or leader istaken to the emergency room at the local hospital.An adult from your unit should accompany the person

going to the hospital.

ALL INJURIES and INCIDENTS (no matter howminor) MUST BE REPORTED TO THE HEALTHOFFICER TO ENSURE PROPER DOCUMENTATIONAND TREATMENT.

IMPORTANT: Indiana law requires all medicationsbe turned in to the health officer so the camp cancontrol and dispense them. The medication shouldbe in its original container which should indicatethe Scouts name, pack number, parents phonenumber, and dosage instructions.

CLASS A&BANNUAL HEALTH AND MEDICAL

RECORDSHARDCOPYONLYEVERY Cub Scout, Webelos Scout, tag-a-long, andadult is required to turn in a completed Class A & BAnnual Health and Medical Record All Blanks MustBe Filled In! REQUIRED HEALTH FORMS AREKEPT ON FILE IN THE CAMP HEALTH OFFICE.All Scout Health forms, for those attending camp,are due when you make your final payments or nolater than two (2) weeks prior to your scheduledcamp date.These forms allow our camp health officersto review each Scouts health history prior to his arrival


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at camp. Suggestion:Have parents complete a healthform at your pre-camp meeting and return it with the

Scouts $20 reservation fee. Keep pack copies of allforms prior to turning them in at the Council office.

EMERGENCIES

Each camp has specific emergency signals and

procedures that are explained the first day of camp.These include instructions for violent weather, heatstress, etc. All campers and all leaders should stay intheir area and follow staff instructions.If a camper or leader needs to leave camp early, theyMUSTsign out in the camp office.

ACCIDENTAND ILLNESSINSURANCEEach registered Scout and leader is covered bymedical insurance for most injuries or illnesses thathappen while at camp or in transit to and from thecamp. Campers must be registered members ofthe BSA to be covered by BSA insurance. The

council provides a secondary insurance policy thateach member purchases with $1 fee at registration.All injuries or illnesses sustained at camp must be filedwith the members primary insurance first. Additionalexpenses can then be submitted to the Boy Scoutpolicy. This generally covers the usual and customary

charges up to $15,000 per Accident, up to $7,500 forSickness, up to $5,000 for Dental Treatment, up to$6,000 for Ambulance Service, and up to $1,500 forReturn Transportation Expenses among otherbenefits. Any expenses beyond these limits are theresponsibility of the parent/guardian.


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SPECIALNEEDS

If any of your Cub Scouts or Webelos has special

needs, please talk with the camp director about those

needs. Please call camp at least 2 weeks prior to

communicate dietary restrictions. Please notify camp if

any of your adult leaders have special needs.

UNDERSTANDINGS

Rules are made for the safety of campers, protection of

equipment, and to provide fairness to all.

All vehicles must be parked in the camp parking lot.

No fireworks of any kind are permitted in camp.

No alcoholic beverages are permitted in camp.

No pets are allowed in camp. No fires or open flames are allowed in tents. A No Flames

In Tent sign must be attached to all personal tents.

Shoes must be worn in camp at all times.

Anyone leaving camp early must sign out at the

camp office.

All packs must have proper adult leadership in camp atall times during your stay.

Medication is to be brought to the attention of the camp

health officer at the time of check-in.

Aerosol cans containing bug spray, etc. cannot be

brought to camp. Please use lotions or pump spray.

All lanterns are to be used by adults only. All extra fuelmust be stored in our fuel storage building.


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DiscriminationAcceptance and participation in the camping

programs at Camp Belzer and all CAC District DayCamps are the same for everyone without regardto race, color, sex, age, disability or national origin.

Any person who believes he or she has been theobject of discrimination in any USDA-relatedactivity should write: Secretary of Agriculture,Washington DC 20250.

TRANSPORTATION

Most packs either car pool or use buses. It isimperative that national standards be observed.

All drivers must have a valid operators license andbe at least 18 years of age. Seat belts must be provided and used by all

passengers and the driver. School and commercialbuses are exempt.

Trucks, trailers, and campers shall not be used totransport Cub Scouts and leaders except in the

cab. Drivers shall operate vehicles at a reasonable

speed and in accordance with state and local laws. All vehicles must be covered by a public liability

and property damage insurance policy as follows:Passenger car, station wagon, or car public

liability: $50,000 each person, $100,000 eachaccident; property damage: $50,000 (minimumIndiana requirements)

Van, RV and passenger bus (noncommercialvehicle which carries 10 or more passengers) public liability: $100,000 each person, $500,000

each accident; property damage: $100,000.


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ATTENDAPRE-CAMPLEADERSMEETING

May 5 7-8 p.m. at Belzer Scout Camp. Belzer DayCamp and Webelos Adventure Campinformation sessions.

May 10 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Kikthawenund ScoutCamp. Kikthawenund Day Camp and

Webelos Adventure Camp informationsessions.

Bear Creek Day Camp

Pathfinder Day Camp

Red Wing Day Camp

Rotary Day Camp

Wildwood Day Camp


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MAPS, DIRECTIONS & CAMP DATES

BELZERDAYCAMP (6WEEKS)(NE Indianapolis) (317) 546-6031 Fax (317) 568-0939

Week 1 June 9-13.Week 4 July 7-11Week 2 June 16-20 .............................. Week 5 July 14-18Week 3 June 23-27 .............................. Week 6 July 21-25

No camp June 30July 4

Directions to Camp Belzer:

I-465 to East 56th- East on 56

thStreet to Boy Scout

Road - North on Boy Scout Road to campCamp ison your left.

- or

Shadeland Ave to Fall Creek Road - East on FallCreek Road to Shafter (1

st right) which curves into

Boy Scout RoadCamp is on your right.


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BEAR CREEK DISTRICT DAY CAMP(Connersville, Richmond) (765) 825-6144

June 9-13

Directions to Bear Creek: From I-70 or US 40turn south on Highway 1. Take Highway 1 throughConnersville to Highway 121. Take Highway 121south to Nulltown. Turn left on first road south ofNulltown and follow signs to camp gateway.


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WILDWOODDISTRICTDAYCAMP(Terre Haute) - (812) 877-9852

June 16-20

Directions: Fruitridge Road to Beech. Underrailroad overpass to Old Maple Avenue. Travelpast Wildwood Lane, on Old Maple, to sign or

Hwy 40 to Hunt Rd (North) Then west on MapleAve to Wildwood sign (on left).


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PATHFINDERDISTRICTDAYCAMPJune 16-20

NEW LOCATION: FFALEADERSHIP CENTER6595 South County Road 125 West, Trafalgar, IN

Driving Directions from Indianapolis:

Follow I-65 South to the Franklin/Highway 44 exit (#90).

Take Highway 44 west to US 31 South. Take US 31 South to Highway 252West. Follow Highway 252 west for approximately 5 miles to County Road (CR)

150 West. Turn left onto CR 150 West and follow to the "T" intersection.

Turn left onto CR 550 South. Take the first road, CR 125 West, on your

right. Follow CR 125 West for approximately one mile. The Indiana FFA

Leadership Center will be on your left.


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REDWINGDISTRICTDAYCAMP

(Muncie) (765) 288-0724June 16-20

Directions to Red Wing: From Muncie, SR 67 toMeeker Road. Turn south 1 block to 300 S. Turnleft. Continue east on 300 S. to Burlington Drive.Turn left (north) on Burlington Drive. Take firstroad east (right turn) .4 mile. Proceed 1 mile to thecamp gateway.


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ROTARYDISTRICTDAYCAMP

(Crawfordsville) (765) 362-0179 (emergency only)July 7-11

Directions to Sugar Creek: From Crawfordsville,

take State Road 32 West. Turn left before SugarCreek. Look for camp entrance on right (about 1mile) east to CR 800 W. Turn north (left) to CR200 N. Turn east.


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KIKTHAWENUNDDISTRICTDAYCAMP

(Anderson) (765) 552-7400July 21-25

Directions to Kikthawenund: From State Road37 to Madison County Road 500 N. Turn east 2miles to the camp gateway on your right. From

State Road 9 to Madison County Road 500 N.Turn west 8 miles to camp gateway on your left.


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CAMP FEES

Earlybird RegularReservation Fee per Scout* $20 $20Belzer Camp Fee (June) $125 $135Belzer Camp Fee (July) $115 $125District Day Camps $70 $80Leaders/Adult Helpers FREE FREE

*ALL RESERVATIONS ARE DONE ONLINE ATCrossroadsbsa.org. Make reservations with a $20(non-refundable) deposit per Scout starting Jan. 6.Remember reservations are on a first come basis.Sessions will be closed when all sites have beenreserved. Remember sessions fill quickly.

If you do not have internet access, please contact yourlocal CAC Council Service Center for assistance.

*Reservation fees are non refundable and cannotbe applied to final fee balance.

Reservation fees may be transferred to another Scout ifa paid Scout is unable to attend.

When paying final fees, please include:

Completed Online Roster (form B-44 ) Completed Class A and BHealth Forms (Hard Copy

Only for every registered Scout attending camp)

Completed Workership Applications (form B-50) Final fees and forms are due at least 2 weeks

prior to your scheduled camp date. Remember todeduct your $20 reservation fee when calculating yourbalance due.

Early bird fees are due by April 11 or sooner.(Any payment received after April 11 is regular fee at

$10 more per Scout.)

KEEP COPIES OF ALL FORMS BEFORE SUBMITTING

Tag-a-Long, Den Chief, and Overnight fee information is located later


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in this guide.

WORKERSHIP PROGRAM

The Workership program assists Scouts in need attendcamp. This program encourages Scouts to completeage appropriate service hours in exchange for up to50% of their early bird camp fee. Verification of service

hours completion will be done. The council holds aCookout on the Circle to raise funds for Scouts inneed. Applications are available in your camp packet orat a Scout Service Center. Application must besubmitted by April 11

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REFUNDPOLICY

Camp fees are partially refundable in case of noncontrollable hardship, e.g. illness, family death, summerschool (ISTEP), custody issues. Hardships do not include family vacation, sports, etc.

Refund request forms MUSTbe completed by campleaders or parents prior to the completion of yourplanned camping week. The form is to be given tothe camp business manager while your pack is incamp.

Refunds are processed when summer camp isover. No refunds will be processed prior to camp.

RESERVATION AND OVERNIGHT FEES ARE NONREFUNDABLE.

If there is a disagreement with a refund, the unit leaderor parent shall advise the District Outdoor Program

Chairman.


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TAG-A-LONGS

Tag-a-longs are the non-Cub Scout children of theadult leaders in camp and are welcome to attend withtheir parent or legal guardian.

(No neighbors, friends, children being babysat, canbe considered tag-a-longs)

All tag-a-longs must have a completed Class A & Bhealth form on file at camp.

All tag-a-longs must be accompanied by a legal parentor guardian at all times.

Tag-a-longs may notparticipate in BB Gun Shooting,

Archery, or Canoe Rafting Accident insurance for non-Scout tag-a-longs

must be provided by the parents at all Crossroads ofAmerica Council Camps. Tag-a-longs are not coveredby Scout insurance.

In some circumstances, registered Cub orWebelos Scouts can attend camp for the daywith no program restrictions. Check with thecamps leadership.

Check with camp leadership regarding fees

for tag-a-longs.


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DEN CHIEFS

Den Chiefs are registered Boy Scouts who havetaken Den Chief training. A Den Chief does notcount as an adult leader. Packs are invited tobring a Den Chief as a pack helper. He musthave a completed Class A & B Annual Health andMedical Record on file at camp. Check with thecamp you are attending as to fees charged andactivites which your Den Chief may take part in.

FAMILY OVERNIGHT

All Crossroads of America Council day camps offer afamily overnight on Friday night. Reservation forms areavailable at camp. Fees are paid at camp.


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WHAT TO BRING

The following is a list of recommended items to bring today camp. Make sure to mark all items, including thoseworn to camp, with a name and pack number.

CUB SCOUTSSwim suit & towelLunch, including drink or purchase a drink (no

refrigeration is provided)Water bottleSuntan lotion or sun block (no aerosol cans)Rain gear (when needed)Insect repellant (no aerosol cans)Money for trading post

LEADERS BRINGCompleted health historyClip board and pen or pencilLunch including drink or purchase a drinkLawn chair (needed at District Day Camps only)Hat and sunglassesSwim suit (one-piece for females)

Suntan lotion or sun block (no aerosol cans)Insect repellant (no aerosol cans)OVERNIGHTERS

Swim suit and towelFlashlight (extra batteries if needed)Personal itemsSleeping bagsTent (if using your own)Ground clothCot or sleeping bagInsect repellant (non aerosol), tent mosquitonetting

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aerosol cans are allowed on camp premises.

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Crossroads of America Council BSA

Golden-Burke Scout Center7125 Fall Creek Road North

Indianapolis, IN 46256(317) 813-7125, toll free (877) 925-1900

[email protected]

Outer office (Anderson, Hagerstown, Muncie, andTerre Haute) locations and phone numbers can beobtained at www.crossroadsbsa.org.

Visit us on the Internet atwww.crossroadsbsa.org [email protected]. You may also visit thewebsite of the National Council of the Boy Scouts ofAmerica atwww.bsa.scouting.org.

All camp forms are available atwww.crossroadsbsa.org
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