2016

Cub Scout Summer Camp

Parent Manual

A Complete Guide to Your Pre-Mission

Experience to
Webelos, Cub, and Combined Session
Revised 2016
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Scout Fleet Communication, Priority One

TO: Parent of Incoming Scout Fleet Academy Class 2016
CC: Scout Fleet Command
RE: Scout Fleet Academy Summer Program
MESSAGE:
Good Day Scout Fleet Parents,
The choice to send your Scouts to the Scout Fleet Academy this year will ensure they
have the best possible training this summer. Here at Scout Fleet we strive to provide
the best experience for your Scouts while executing a cutting edge program. Our
program this year will feature new adventures and skills while bringing back old
favorites in new ways, all while promoting the values and principles of the Scouting
movement.
The year will be a great year for your Scout to experience the latest in STEM
programing available in Scouting. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to go on
an actual adventure to do a planetary survey of a long forgotten area of camp. This
and many other unique opportunities await your Scout at Cub Scout Summer Camp,
and with this camp the fun and experience doesnt stop at 5 pm.
One of the most different and essential parts of the Cub Scout Summer Camp program
is its resident nature. The Scouts experience camping in a tent with their friends, which
is an important part of the outdoor experience. Pitching their own tent, sleeping under
the stars, and waking up to the sounds of nature are experiences that other camps do
not offer. By the end of the weekend, the Scouts will have had memories that will last
a lifetime.
The last thing that I want to communicate to you, a parent of a Scout attending or
thinking of attending Cub Scout Summer Camp is this: I was that boy, that Webelos
who was off on his way to Webelos Resident camp. Many of the friends who went with
me are my friends today. We count it is a very important part of our young Scouting
experience and 19 years later it is still an important part of my life. Camping and
Scouting may be drifting apart in this technology filled world, but we are truly lucky to
be able to provide a place for Scouts to be reminded of simpler times, where a campfire
was the center of our worlds, and a flaming marshmallow was the most important on
our mind. It is an experience they will never forget.
Yours in Scouting,
Captain Benjamin Vonderschmitt
Camp Director
Scout Fleet Academy
2016 Cub Scout Summer Camp
END TRANSMISSION

Commented [DH1]: Such as day camps?

Commented [BV2R1]: Without say that yes.

What is Cub Scout Summer Camp?

The overall goal of Cub Scout Summer Camp is to provide an outstanding overnight
camping experience in which Scouts will make memories to last a lifetime; the rest is
gravy. While staying true to the foundational aims and methods of Scouting, we
provide a program designed to support advancement and adventure while maintaining
a safe and fun environment.
Each version of camp offers a unique program for its target ages. Here we will describe
some of the overall commonalities between the programs as well as note the
differences for the Cub Scout, Webelos Scout, and Combined Sessions.
Camp Staff- Each camp is staffed by a volunteer staff consisting of adults, Venturers,
and Boy Scouts ages 14 and over. The staff is trained in order to provide the program
to the Scouts at the highest level possible. The staff is also trained to maintain camp
and its safety during inclement weather and other emergency events. Staff will provide
youre Scouts with age-appropriate programming that will both challenge and excite
them. Each staff member is a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America and
shares in the ideals and principles of camp. Those areas which require specific
qualifications are staffed by highly trained and certified individuals who are qualified to
supervise your Scouts for those activities.
Campsite Living- Cub Scout Summer Camp is staged in the outdoors and camping is
a key component of the program. Little under half of a Scouts time will be spent in the
camp sites and in the tents. During any given session you can expect to share
campsites with up to 30 other Scouts and their parents and/or leaders. Each site has a
limited amount of space and consideration should be given to this fact when packing.
Adults MUST sleep separately from Scouts except for a parent who attends with his or
her own child. National youth protection guidelines require that no adult should ever be
in a tent with a youth who is not their own child. Male and female adults may only
share a tent if they are legally married.
***At Tunnel Mill Reservation and Roy C Manchester locations tents will not be
provided and participants should provide appropriate tenting for their needs***
Uniforms- Each paying participant, youth and adult, will be provided with a camp Tshirt on day one that may and should be worn during activities. When not wearing the
provided T-shirt, everyone should be dressed in Scouting related or Scouting
appropriate T-shirts.
All persons on camp property are expected to be dressed in an appropriate manner
consistent with Scoutings values. Short shorts, halter tops, open toe shoes, heelies,
and crocs are not allowed on camp. All persons on camp should be wearing shoes and
socks along with a shirt to avoid injury. Exceptions are made for shower facilities and
during swimming time.

Commented [DH3]: In the interest of time, I am going to

assume that this is the revised version and I am going to skip.
Please advise if I should reread.

On several occasions during camp, Scoutings official uniform may be worn as a respect
to the program and/or our Nations colors. These include evening flags, chapel, closing
campfire, and flag retirement ceremonies. This is not a requirement but is a preferred
standard of dress and is optional for participants. No neckerchief is required for the
uniform while at camp.
Camp spirit- While at camp, Scouts and leaders are expected to exhibit good Scout
spirit. This will be exhibited through cheers and songs and through volunteerism while
at camp. Camp spirit helps to build strong friendships that your Scouts will cherish for
years to come. Awards may be given to those who show strong camp spirit.
Fishing- Fishing will be offered both as a free time activity and a program activity at
camp. Feel free to bring your own fishing gear and bait for free time. Program
equipment will be available for use only during registered fishing times. Cane Pole will
are always available, but additional rods and reels might also be available.
Special Activities- Several times throughout camp, Scouts will be given the
opportunity to participate in special activities. These will include campfires, teambuilding
exercises, campsite bonding activities, and for Webelos: family night festivities.
Rainy day activities- When it rains during the program hours, or really any hours at
all, program will continue. Some of the program areas may resort to different program
during periods of rain while others are able to continue under shelter. Severe weather
will likely send the camp to shelters (the dining hall) for the safety of all. When camp is
sheltering due to storms, staff will provide songs, skits, and other activities to help pass
the time. Leaders should consider bringing decks of cards (regular playing cards, Old
Maid, Go Fish, Phase 10, etc) which your Scouts enjoy playing. Please know that written
emergency procedures are in place for severe weather events.
Trading Post- Each camp has a trading post with souvenirs, snacks, drinks, supplies,
and Scout items. Items bought at the trading post are often cherished for years to
come. The trading post accepts both cash and credit cards for your convenience. Visitor
meal tickets and family night dinner meal tickets may be purchased here. Ice will also
be available in limited quantities at the trading post for campers. The trading post will
be open throughout the entirety of camp and offers Scouts the opportunity to manage
their money. While Scouts receive enough food in the dining hall, it is part of the camp
experience to shop for treats. Because Scouts have the opportunity to buy Scouting
merchandise at this trading post, we recommend Scouts bring up to $50 for use in the
trading post.

Daily Program
Webelos CampAs offered in 2015, Morning Classes have returned for the 2016 camping
sessions. The Scouts will get the opportunity to choose from a variety of programs
which will be run on Day 2 and Day 3 mornings. Those are listed later in this Guide and
will be available through the Tentaroo portal on the Councils Website sometime after
the Early Bird Deadline. The schedule printed in this guide is the one that will be used
for camp, and can be used to plan with.
For the afternoon program, Scouts will rotate through the traditional program
areas which include: Scout Skills, Aquatics, Nature, Shooting Sports, and STEM. They
will follow along with the program group (often their campsites) for this round-robin
rotation over the two days, traveling through the five areas and then a Free Session to
prepare for their Campfire Skit.
Evening activities will provide the Scouts with an opportunity to mingle within
their campsite and the other Scouts from other packs. Day one campfire, the opening
campfire, will be a highly choreographed staff provided campfire with songs and skits.
On Day two the Staff will host activities in the Camping areas. Day three campfire will
be part of the family night festivities and will include skits and songs which will be
provided by the Scouts.
Overall the Webelos Program is designed to provide a steppingstone program
between the Cub Summer Camp and Boy Scout Summer Camp programs. The program
this year allows for a mixture of free and structured program allowing the Scouts to
customize their camp experience while maintaining enough structure to provide support
for their growing minds and bodies. Webelos Summer Camp is an essential part of the
Scouting program and will be one of the cornerstones of your sons memories of
Scouting.
Cub Camp Cub Camp is designed to be a smaller more intimate version of its Webelos Camp
brother. While a day shorter, Cub Camp packs the same level of activity and energy into
its program. The program is based on a free schedule of events on day two which
provide your Scout with the opportunity to do many Scouting and outdoor activities.
The popular programs of archery, BBs, aquatics, and fishing are scheduled to provide
the best possible program for your Scout. A schedule of events will be provided by the
staff on the first day you arrive.
The camp starts off with a bang for the opening campfire provided by the staff.
Skits and songs along with staff antics are sure to get your Scout laughing. Day Two
evening sees the return of the traditional drive-in movie where we will watch a movie
underneath the stars. Throughout the camp you will have the opportunity to bond with
your Scout while learning new things and experiencing all that Scouting has to offer.
This will be the highlight of your summer and will be cherished by you and youre Scout
for years to come.

Combined Resident CampCombined Camp offers the unique opportunity for both Cubs and Webelos to be
at Summer Camp together. Many parts of the traditional Cub and Webelos Camp
program are put together in order to help parents taking off days from work and
provide a distinctive occasion for Scouting. Webelos will receive focused programming
for their activity badges while Cub Scouts get the same sampling they normally do at
the Cub Camp program. Evening programs include campfires by both the staff and
participants, as well as field activities. This year, the Combined Session is only available

at Roy C Manchester.

Family Night Dinner

Families are invited to join us the third night of each Webelos session for dinner and to
stay through the campfire that evening.
Important Info to know:
Please arrive no earlier than 5:30 pm.

All visitors must check in and out at the Administration building.

Meal cost is $8.00 for all meals and begins around 6 pm.

Campfire program is at about 7:30 p.m. (local camp time) to which the entire
family is invited. This activity is scheduled to end at approximately 9:30 p.m.
(local camp time)

PARENTS SHOULD NOT TAKE THEIR SCOUTS HOME AT THIS TIME. Leaders,
please stress this point with your parents.

PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON CAMP PROPERTY.

Electronic Cigarettes and Tobacco products of all kinds are not allowed to be
used in front of any youth, this includes many staff members.

Visitors should dress appropriately for participating in outdoor activities. Please

be advised that camp has a rugged terrain and may be difficult for those with
mobility issues to navigate. Open-toed shoes are discouraged. (No Flip-Flops)

It is also advised that visitors bring a flashlight as it may be dark when they
leave camp.

Camp Dates and Fees

Camp Type
Webelos Camp 1
Webelos Camp 2
Webelos Camp 3
Cub Camp 1
Cub Camp 2
Combined Camp
Webelos Camp 4

Camp Location
Dates
Tunnel Mill
June 23-26
Tunnel Mill
June 30-3
Tunnel Mill
July 7-10
Tunnel Mill
July 15-17
Tunnel Mill
July 22-24
Roy C Manchester
W: July 21-24 C: July 21-23
Camp Crooked Creek
July 29-Aug 1
Registration Type or Fee Price
Cub Camp Early Bird Registration $115
Cub Camp Regular Registration $135
Includes One Child-Parent team
Webelos Scout Early Bird Registration $140
Webelos Scout Regular Registration $165
Webelos Adult Registration $95
Extra Shirt $10
Visitor Meal $8
Late Payment $20
For Registrations submitted after June 1st.
Second Trip Cub Summer Camp Registration Discount -$20
Available to those who attend a Webelos Camp and come-back with their Cub Scout
to Cub Camp. (TMR Only)
Leaders Bring 80% or more of the Den Receive a free Adult Registration

Refunds and Financial Aid

Refunds:
All Fees are transferable. Requests for refunds must be made in writing no later
than 30 days prior to your session. No refunds will be given for cancellations within the
30 day time window. Exceptions may be made for family/medical emergencies.
Exceptions must be submitted in writing within 7 days of your session. All refund
requests must include a copy of the receipt or cancelled check. All refunds will be
returned less a 15% administrative charge.
Financial Aid:
Identify Scouts who may need financial aid early. Utilize Council and Unit
fundraisers such as Camp Cards and Popcorn sales. Camperships are available for
Lincoln Heritage Council Scouts only, applications are available at the Scout Service
Center and on the web site www.lhcbsa.org and are limited to those whose families
qualify. Camperships are given on a first come-first served basis, so applications should
be completed and turned in as early as possible, no later than March 31st.

Morning Classes
Area
Program
Nart
Cultural Exploration
(nature/art) 202: Art Explosion
Nart
Technology and
Design 214:
Combadge Theory
and Design
Nart
Vulcan Cultural
Exchange

Code
Art

Description
Scouts will work to achieve skills in art and
work on Art Explosion requirements.
Design your own communications badge
to take home as a souvenir.

Badge

Origami

Pool

Late Swim Check

Late

Pool

Specialized Swim
Instruction

Special

Pool

Survival Training 104:

Aquanaut Survival
Training
Recreational
Swimming
Survival Training 102:
Knife Safety

Aquanaut

Scout Skills

Holodeck Program
"Huckleberry Finn"

Fishing

Scout Skills

Scout Fleet Supply

112: Iron Chef Scout

Cooking

Scout Skills

GPS

Shooting
Sports

Survival Training 103:

Tricorder Navigation
Security 219:
Strategies and Tactics
of Chess
Security 104: Phaser
Training

Shooting
Sports

Holodeck Program
Robin Hood

Archery

Pool
Scout Skills

Shooting
Sports

Free
Knife

Chess
Phaser

Origami/Korigami with the Vulcans, learn

the art of folding and cutting paper to
make interesting designs.
Reserved for those who do not check in on
time and miss their swim check time.
Only sign up if you plan to be late,
otherwise this would replace your first
class.
Scouts who need swim instruction can
receive some small group swim instruction
with the pool staff.
All the requirements for Aquanaut that do
not require getting in the water. Again, no
scouts in the water during this session.
30 minutes of free swim.
Learn about pocket knife safety and
whittling, Scouts will be trained to earn the
Whittling Chit (at their leaders discretion.)
Open to Scouts who have never had
training or who need a refresher.
Relax on the Holodeck with the
opportunity to fish with your own
equipment, or return to simpler times by
using a cane pole. Bait provided.
Scouts will learn to cook in the outdoors
using different techniques. A great way to
have a snack.
Scouts will learn how GPS's work and how
to use them for navigation
Scouts will learn how to play Chess
Scouts will get the opportunity to utilize
hand held armaments in a training
exercise for future security officers.
Relax on the Holodeck with an Action
Archery style program.

STEM

Science 101:
Introduction to
Scientific Theory

Fair Test

STEM

Technology 102:
Computer Safety
Briefing
Science Lab 3

Cyber
Chit

Engineering 119:
Emergency Power
Systems (EPS)
Training
Engineering 217:
Propulsion Theory
and Application

Electricity

STEM
STEM

STEM

Code
Art
Badge
Origami
Late
Special
Aquanaut
Free
Knife
Fishing
Cooking
GPS
Chess
Phaser
Archery
Fair Test
Cyber Chit
Chemistry
Electricity
Rocketry

Blac

Chemistry

Rocketry

Learn about the Scientific method and how

to construct a fair test. Many of the other
STEM area will discuss fair tests, this will
allow Scouts to explore how scientist
systematically observe the natural world.
Learn how to operate the ships computer
safely and earn the Cyber Chit.
Join the Ships Science Team in conducting
experiments involving chemical reactions.
Learn about the Ships Power system, how
electricity works, and help the Engineers
solve power flow issues.
Learn about the chemical propulsion
systems and help launch a rocket to
demonstrate its principles.

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Camp Addresses, Camp Mail, and Social Media

The Scouts love to get mail and so does the staff! Any mail needs to be sent four
business days before the specific session starts. When writing to your son, please keep
it positive about all the things they are experiencing at camp, being mindful of anything
that might cause homesickness. If your letter isnt received while your Scout is at camp,
we will do what we can to return the letter to you.
Tunnel Mill
Scouts Name
Pack #, Session#
Cub (or Webelos) Summer Camp
Tunnel Mill Scout Reservation
3913 Tunnel Mill Road
Charlestown, IN 47111
Tunnel Mill Camp Phone Number (812) 256-2038
Roy C Manchester
Scouts Name
Pack #
Cub Scout Summer Camp
Roy C. Manchester
1531 Cross Road
Benton, KY 42025

Camp Crooked Creek

Scouts Name
Pack #
Webelos Summer Camp
Camp Crooked Creek
950 Terry Drive
Shepherdsville, KY 40165

Roy C Manchester Phone Number

(270) 354-8253

Camp Crooked Creek Phone Number

(502) 543-8723

Emailing your ScoutYou can email your Scout at Tunnel Mill this year. The Email address is:
[email protected] . Please include your sons name, pack number, and the
session number they are attending. We will print out and hand out your message.

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What Not to Bring

o Animals may neither be brought to camp nor taken home from camp.
Pets are not permitted at camp, including family night.
o Neither personal shooting sports equipment nor ammunition is
permitted at camp.
o Fireworks and cap guns of any sort are not to be brought to camp.
o Ignition devices (i.e. matches, hot sparks) are not to be used unless
under the supervision of adults or camp staff.
o Cub Scouts are not allowed to use a pocketknife unless they have
earned and carry a Whittling Chip. Young Scouts do not need big
knives; therefore, sheath knives or knives with blades over four
inches should be left at home.
o Expensive jewelry, pocket video games, radios, and music players
should be left at home.
o Bikes, Heelies, scooters, unicycles, and other personal transportation
devices pose a danger to the rider and others camp terrain and
should be left at home.
o Alcohol, and illegal substances are not permitted on camp property
and will result in the immediate removal of an individual in
possession of such.
o Items deemed to pose a risk to the safety of participants or staff by a
member of the administrative team must be removed from use and
locked away for the remainder of camp.

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Commented [DH4]: Has this always been in here?

Commented [BV5R4]: I threw it in last year and no one
cough it.

What to Bring
HOW TO PACK YOUR GEAR
Each individual camper (youth or adult) may want to consolidate their gear into a single
duffel bag or heavy trash bag (waterproof), including the sleeping bag, with their name
and pack number on it. Pack gear should be consolidated as much as possible. Be
comfortable but leave the kitchen sink at home!
PERSONAL CAMP GEAR RECOMMENDED
FOR SCOUTS AND LEADERS
Day pack or book bag
Cub Scout handbook (optional)
Sunscreen
Bandana or handkerchief
Water bottle or canteen
Bath towel and washcloth
Rain gear
Pajamas or something to sleep in
Spending Money ($50) in small bills
Fishing gear [if desired]
Notebook and pencil
Small pillow
Sleeping bag or sheets/blankets
State fishing license (18 and over)
Plastic trash bags
Swim attire
Shorts/pants and extra T-shirts
Pocketknife and whittling chip
Scout uniform [no neckerchief please] Soap and shampoo
Shoes (2 pair)
Drinking cup
Flashlight
Toothbrush and paste
Socks (several pairs)
Hat (optional)
Underwear (several pairs)
Swimming towel

TENTS at Tunnel Mill Sessions and Roy C. Manchester Sessions

All units must provide their own tents.
We encourage Packs to put multiple boys in a single tent to conserve.

RECOMMENDED FOR THE PACK

Copies of Medical Form

Battery Powered Alarm clock
First Aid Kit (for minor cuts, scrapes, etc)
Trash bags
Parents Emergency Phone Numbers
Camera
Bucket and soap for washing T-shirts
Lantern (Propane or battery preferred)
Lawn Chairs
Sharpie Marker
Hand sanitizer
Webelos Handbook (optional)
Bedtime snacks kept in a cooler or Rubbermaid type box
Skit Ideas for Closing Camp Fire

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