Knights of the Round Table

Leaders’ Guide 2007

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation

Knights of the Round Table

Cub Scout Summer Camp

GLACIER’S EDGE COUNCIL

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

BSA Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Boy Scouts of America to serve others by helping

to instill values in young people and, in other ways, to prepare them to

make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential.

The values we strive to instill are based on those found in the Cub Scout

Promise, Law and Motto, and the Scout Law.

Cub Scout Promise

I, ______promise to do my best

To do my duty to God and my country,

To help other people, and

To obey the law of the Pack.

The Law of the Pack

The Cub Scout follows Akela.

The Cub Scout helps the Pack go.

The Pack helps the Cub Scout grow.

The Cub Scout gives goodwill.

Cub Scout Motto

Do Your Best!

The Scout Law

A Scout is: Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly,

Courteous, Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean

and Reverent.

WELCOME

WHAT IS SUMMER RESIDENT CAMP

Summer Resident Camp is a long-term camping experience offered to Cub Scouts

and Webelos Scouts. Camp is open to all graduating Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts

and Webelos Scouts and accompanying adults. From the time your Pack or

individual members of your Pack check in until the closing ceremony, the Scouts

will experience fun and excitement in a learning environment. The purpose of

Summer Resident Camp is to provide well-rounded, fun-oriented outdoor

experiences for the Scouts. While at camp, the boys and their leaders or adult

partners will participate in scheduled program areas.

WHEN2007 Dates: (2 sessions are available)

Session 1 July 5-8 (Thursday 1:00 pm check-in to Sunday 11:00 am)

Webelos I and II only

Session 2August 10-12 (Friday 1:00 pm check-in to Sunday 11:00 am)

All Cub and Webelos Scouts

For both sessions, the program begins at 3:00 pm.

FEE

Session 1 (4 days):$105.00 per Scout; $65.00 per adult

Session 2 (3 days:$85.00 per Scout, $50.00 per adult

CAMP FEE DEADLINES

April 1, 2007

$100 unit reservation Fee with an estimate of the number of campers attending for units coming as a pack (more than one family from the unit).

$25 per scout Reservation Fee for individual scouts not attending as part of a Pack (must be accompanied by an adult).

June 1, 2007

Last day for $5.00 (Scouts only) Early Pay and FOS discounts

Per person fee for each Scout and adult (less $100 confirmation fee) is due for unit payments.

Remainder of per Scout fee for individual campers is due along with the full adult fee for each accompanying adult.

LOCATION

Knights of the Roundtable will be conducted at Ed Bryant Scout Reservation near Mauston, WI. See back page for directions to camp.

FACILITIES and HOUSING

Ed Bryant Scout Reservation offers tent sites with outdoor latrines. A shower and flush toilet facility is available for use. Please bring your own tentage. 2-person tents are available to rent for $15.00. Tents must be reserved at the time of reservation. Meals are prepared by the commissary staff. If you have any questions, please contact Judy Bunge at 608-225-4608 or . See the checklist on Page 15 for suggested equipment.

FOOD SERVICE

All meals will be served in Fellowship Hall. Food prepared in the camp kitchen is done by experienced cooks. Please note any dietary needs or allergies of your Scouts two weeks prior to coming to camp. All Cubs and leaders are expected to be clean and neat at all meals. T-shirts, shorts (not swimming suits) and shoes are required at meals.

WHAT TO BRING

Your fee includes all program equipment and all meals. Please do not bring cooking equipment or coolers. See Page 15 for a camper equipment list.

TRADING POST

A trading post will be operated while you are in camp. The trading post carries a supply of handicraft materials, souvenirs, candy, Slushies, ice cream and limited equipment. The trading post will be open throughout the duration of camp at designated times. We make no recommendations about spending money per Cub/Webelos. Each Scout should be responsible for his own spending money.

PROGRAM

Summer Resident Camp provides Cub Scouts and Webelos Scouts an opportunity to learn outdoor living skills in a fun and safe environment. Programs are designed for their age level. Activities include Scouting skills, nature, crafts, sports, BB guns, archery, outdoor cooking, waterfront and much more. Scouts will be placed in dens according to their rank, participating in age-appropriate activities.

ADVANCEMENT

Many of the things the Scouts do at camp can qualify them for parts of achievements, electives or activity badges. It is up to the in-camp leader to pass the information back to Den Leaders so they can sign the boys’ books. The Advancement listing (in each Scout’s Program Journal) will be provided by the Program Director at camp.

ARRIVAL

The camp staff is not in a position to handle early arrivals. Camp BEGINS with arrival and check-in at 1:00 P.M. (See Page 14 for CampSchedule of Activities.) Packs, dens, or individuals will be greeted by camp staff members who will guide you to your check in area. After the check-in, the camp staff will take you to your campsite. ALL CARS must be parked in the parking lot. All of your gear will be transported to your campsite by camp staff members. At check-in you will receive a camp journal that will provide all the information you need for the weekend. You will also receive an identifying tag which must be worn at all times while in camp.

DEPARTURE

Camp ends by 11:00 a.m. on the last day of your session. Campsites must be inspected before departure. Those who leave early must check out with the CampDirector or his/her designee. Any youth leaving early without a parent or guardian must have an Early Release form filled out by their parent or guardian stating who the child may travel with when they leave camp.

TRANSPORTATION

Most packs car pool. It is imperative that National Standards be observed and tour permits be filed with the ScoutServiceCenter.

1. All drivers must have a valid operator’s license and must be at least 18 years of age.

2. Seat belts must be provided and used by all passengers and the driver. Exception: school and/or commercial buses.

3. Trucks, trailers and campers shall not be used to transport Cub Scouts and leaders except in the cab.

4. All vehicles must be covered by a public liability and property damage insurance policy as follows:

Passenger car, station wagon, pickup truck or SUV – public liability: $50,000 each person, $100,000 each accident; property damage: $50,000.

Van, RV and passenger bus (non-commercial vehicle which carries 10 or more passengers) public liability: $100,000 per person, $300,000 each accident; property damage: $100,000.

5. Scouting policy prohibits anyone from riding in the back of pickup trucks.

6. All vehicles will be unloaded in the parking lot and left there during camp.

SIGN-UP

REGISTRATION BY PACK IS ENCOURAGED: A minimum of two-deep leadership is required for the first six Scouts (Cubs or Webelos) that participate as a den or pack; thereafter, one adult for the next one to three Scouts. Please keep in mind that the Cubs and Webelos will have different program activities. Two-deep leadership is required for EACH grouping of Cubs and Webelos. We strongly encourage parents to participate in this adventure with their sons. Individual Scouts and their parents can register for camp.

REGISTERED SCOUTS & SCOUTERS

Only registered Cubs are accepted as campers. A boy must be of age and properly registered in the council service center or his registration turned in upon arrival at camp.

REFUND POLICY

1. The pre-registration portion of camp fees is non-refundable.

2. Enrollment in summer school will be considered a legitimate reason for a refund, butnot the pre-registration fee.

3. No refunds will be made prior to your scheduled time in camp.

4. The Scout’s parent(s) must request for the refund in writing.

5. Requests must be turned into the CouncilServiceCenter within two weeks of thefirst day of your scheduled camp.

6. Approved refunds will be credited to your pack account.

ADULT LEADERSHIP & RESPONSIBILITIES

National Standards specify that “a parent, or other adult, will be specifically designated for each boy in order to provide individual camping preparation, instruction, and supervision.” All leaders must check in and out at the camp office. The health, safety and security of all campers and adults are our primary concern. We ask that all adults help us with that by following the policies and by alerting staff to any concerns.

LEADERSHIP MEETINGS

Precamp meeting for leaders and parents is scheduled for June 4, 2007 at St. Stephen’s LutheranChurch starting at 7:00 p.m. A parents/leaders meeting is scheduled on the evening of the first day of camp after dinner.

MEDICAL FORMS

A medical recheck is scheduled when you arrive at camp. All Scouts and Adults must have a completed Class 1 Personal Health and Medical Form on file with the Health Officer. Extra copies of this form can be obtained from the ScoutServiceCenter or on the council web page at Bring your health forms with you to check-in. Campers and leaders reporting to camp without a completed medical form will not be allowed to remain in camp. NO EXCEPTIONS. (Note: Health forms are required at all Council and District activities. Your health forms from other events are NOT passed on to the other activities. Make several copies of your health form since it will not be returned.)

PRESCRIPTION MEDICATIONS

State regulations, and BSA policy, require that prescription medication for anyone under the age of 18 be kept under the control of the camp health officer, who will supervise administration. Regulations also state that a doctor’s statement is needed for the name of the medication, the dosage and frequency and any side effects. Medications and forms are surrendered to the health officer at the medical re-check. Dosages for the next 24 hours are typically distributed to the leaders at breakfast. Inhalers, bee-sting kits and hearth medication will remain with the adult leaders of the Scouts.

FIRST AID SERVICES

There is a Health Officer on call around the clock. If more extensive treatment is required, the individual will be sent to the Emergency Room in Mauston. Be sure the insurance company name and policy number are on the front of your health form.

CAMPERSHIPS

Camperships may be available for campers who need financial help to pay their fee to camp. All camperships are partial, since it is common agreement that the Scouts should pay a nominal amount by earning funds through the pack or as an individual so that they will appreciate the value of camp. No Scout should be kept from summer camp because of lack of money. Unit leaders should feel free to have campership forms filled out for boys in need. Apply for camperships early. Applications must be filed by April 1st. The camper portion of one-half of the camp fee must be turned in with the campership application. Deposit will be refunded if the campership is denied. Camperships are made possible by our Friends of Scouting, CUNA Mutual Insurance and The Bryant Foundation.

USDA STATEMENT

Participation in the Glacier’s Edge Council Camp program is the same regardless of race, color, national origin, age or handicap. Any person who believes that he/she has been discriminated against in any USDA related activity should write to: Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C., 20250.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA POLICIES

The Boy Scouts of America has some firm policies regarding issues that could occur in a camp. THESE POLICIES ARE NOT DEBATABLE. Any staff member, unit leader, or camper unwilling to abide by these policies will be asked to leave camp.

VEHICLES IN CAMP

To protect the health and safety of the campers and to conserve camp property, National policy states that personal vehicles cannot be used on the in-camp service roads. “The National Standards for Scout Camps” states “vehicles belonging to the staff members, leaders, and visitors must be parked in designated camp parking areas. Roads through campsites and program areas are restricted to service vehicles only.”

YOUTH PROTECTION GUIDELINES

Youth Protection Guidelines are enforced at all times. The means: (a) A minimum of two-deep leadership for Cub Scout and Webelos Scout dens; and (b) Adults who are not parents or legal guardians of Scouts may NOT sleep in the same tent(s) as the Scouts. When in doubt, bring two tents: one for the boys, one for the adults.

DISCIPLINE OF CAMPERS

Discipline of the boys is the unit leader’s or parent’s responsibility. All discipline matters are to be referred to the unit leader to handle in his/her own Pack. If you need help, consult with your Commissioner and/or the CampDirector. Vandalism or injury to others will not be tolerated. A camper shall not be deprived of food or sleep, be placed alone without adult supervision, observation, and interaction, or be subject to ridicule, threat, corporal punishment, or excessive physical exercise.

CHILD ABUSE AND HAZING OF SCOUTS OR STAFF

Any form of child abuse (including berating, initiations, or hazing) either observed by or reported to a staff member must be immediately reported to the CampDirector for further action. Abuse, of any kind, will not be tolerated in camp.

SMOKING

All buildings, shelters, program and assembly areas are designated as non-smoking facilities. Smoking areas will be designated for adults. Smokers are responsible for properly disposing of materials to eliminate rubbish and prevent fire hazard. It is illegal for youth to possess tobacco.

ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS

Possession, consumption, or being under the influence of alcohol (including beer), and narcotics or illicit drugs will not be tolerated on the properties of the Boy Scouts of America. As a character building organization caring for other people’s children, illegal, immoral, or other activities generally considered as unacceptable by society have no place in the Boy Scouts of America and will not be tolerated in camp.

SHOOTING SPORTS

Do not bring any personal firearms or ammunition to camp. Ammunition and controlled guns are available at the Rifle Range. This same rule applies to all archery equipment. Arrows are considered the same as ammunition. Do not bring them. Only BB guns and appropriately sized archery equipment will be available at camp for the Scouts’ use.

Do not enter the Shooting Sports area when the red flag is lowered.

FIREWORKS

Do NOT bring them to camp. Fireworks will be destroyed. There is no place in camp for the use of fireworks by Scouts, Leaders, or Staff.

Violations of any of the camp policies will result in the immediate

dismissal from camp.

CAMPPOLICIES – HEALTH AND SAFETY

BUDDY SYSTEM

The Buddy System works all over camp. Insist that your Scouts go with a buddy wherever they go, especially when they are leaving the campsite. Devise a check-in plan so that you can account for your Scouts at all times. Campers are to hike on marked trails.

BE PREPARED-EMERGENCIES IN CAMP

The best defense against an emergency is preparedness. Emergencies have happened in camps – missing boys, fires, floods, windstorms, epidemics, serious illnesses, serious accidents, even fatalities. The camp has clear-cut procedures governing the actions of staff and campers in such emergencies. In such instances, your cooperation will be required. First of all, a complete roster of everyone in camp is important as a checklist if anyone is missing and as a source of information if anyone’s home must be reached.

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

Non-emergency illnesses or injuries will be treated at the Health Office. No child should be sent to the Health Office alone. He should be accompanied by an adult leader or a staff member. Any illnesses or injuries must be reported to the Health Officer for documentation.

In case of serious injury, DO NOT MOVE THE PERSON. Send someone to contact the Health Officer. All emergencies will be handled by camp staff, EMT’s or the hospital.

Severe weather procedures are posted at camp. Briefly, when the siren sounds, return to your campsite or designated location, leaders take roll call, and wait for a staff member to give further instructions.

There is a camp phone for emergencies only. Any parent needing to reach a camper for an emergency reason should call camp directly at 608-847-7241. A message will be taken and the Cub and his leader will return the call.

LOST CAMPER

If you have knowledge of a lost camper, keep the situation low key. Notify the CampDirector as soon as possible. Do not announce the situation to anyone unless directed by the CampDirector. The CampDirector will notify the key staff to form a lost camper mobilization. The “Lost Camper Plan” will be implemented immediately by the CampDirector.