2010
Blackhawk Area Council
Boy
Scouts of
Summer
Camp Leader’s
Guide
Canyon
Camp
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Dear
We would like to thank you for taking a week of your time to attend summer camp with your Scouts. The camp directors, camp staff, and the Blackhawk Area council are looking forward to assisting you in your efforts to provide the Scouts in your troop with a rewarding week of camping.
Our camp philosophy is that summer camp is a highlight of the troop’s entire year and that program planning for camp will map out what the troop wishes to accomplish for the troop, the patrol, and the individual scout.
The material in this
The
If at anytime we can be of assistance to you, please contact us.
Good Scouting,
Ed Allen Philip McCrery
Council VP of Program Council Program Director
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
General
Information
Fee Structure 4
Medical Exam 5
Summer
Visitor Meals 7
Religious Awards 7
Homesick Scout 8
Order of the Arrow 9
Canyon Camp Information
Address of Camp 12
Emergencies 12
Trading Post 12
Family Night 12
Troop Equipment 13
Merit Badges 13
Additional Program Activities 14
Adventure Program 15
Week at a Glance 16
Map to Camp 17
Camp Lowden
Address of Camp 20
Phone numbers 20
Emergencies 20
Trading Post 20
Family Night 20
Troop Equipment 21
Merit Badges 22
Additional Program Activities 23
High Adventure Program 24
Week at a Glance 24
Map to Camp 25
General Information
FEE STRUCTURE
Camp fees cover food, liability insurance,
program and health supplies, medical insurance, and staff services. Fees cover only a part of the cost of
operation the camps. Additional
financing comes from proceeds of the popcorn sale, Friends of Scouting, the
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Individual Camper and
Adult Fees |
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$230.00 |
Per Scout if paid by or on
April 15, 2010 |
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$255.00 |
Per Scout if paid after April
15, 2010 |
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$20.00 |
Reduction for multiple Scouts
in a family attending camp. |
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$150.00 |
Adult Fee If a troop has two more Scouts
than attended last year, one leader is free. If five or more Scouts attend, an additional leader is
free. The maximum number of free adults is two. The troop must have
attended The fee for adults attending
camp for only part of the week will be figured by multiplying the daily camp fee of $25.00 times the
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Any
Webelos Scout or new boy joining the troop will be given the early camp fee
regardless of graduation or enrollment date.
The increase in the camp fee is
due to the
NOTE!
The council camping committee has designated
a portion of each youth fee and adult fee to be used to add and improve
programs and program equipment.
Refund Notice!
Refunds of camp fees are considered
on an individual basis. In the event of illness, injury, death of a family
member, or other emergency, the Scout’s parents must ask for a refund in
writing, stating the reason why the Scout did not attend. Written request must be received no later
than two weeks after the troop leaves camp. A service fee of $50.00 will be
assessed. Requests received after the two week deadline will not be considered.
Scouts and leaders who do not attend because of “changing their mind at the
last minute” will receive NO refund.
Troop Deposit
To make sure that your troop can
attend the camp and week of your choice, a $200.00 troop deposit
must be submitted to the council office.
In recent years, numerous sessions have been filled far in advance of
the summer camping season. It is to your
troop’s advantage to make the deposit to hold your session choice.
Troop
deposits do not guarantee campsite placement. Troop campsite assignments are at
the sole discretion of the
Please
Note: If your troop will not be attending Canyon
Camp or
Camperships
Financial help is available for Scouts who would not
otherwise be able to attend camp. The Blackhawk Area Council is committed to
financially assisting Scouts and their families provided there is an effort to
raise funds through unit fundraisers such as popcorn sales. Applications need
to be approved by the unit leader and submitted to the
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MEDICAL
EXAMS |
ALL SCOUTS AND LEADERS MUST
HAVE A COMPLETED ANNUAL HEALTH and MEDICAL RECORD ON FILE AT CAMP, NO MATTER
HOW LONG THE DURATION OF THEIR STAY.
Only the new BSA ANNUAL HEALTH and MEDICAL RECORD will be accepted
NOTE:
v We need to have proof by
way of a physician’s signature and date that the physical examination has been
done within the 12-month period prior to arrival at camp. To be completed, a
doctor’s signature and date must be clearly visible on the form.
v A parent’s or guardian’s signature is required on
the medical form.
v Physical exams will not be performed at camp.
v School,
sports, and work physical forms are no longer accepted.
¬¬The camps do not provide
special needs transportation.
Due to the terrain of our camps, youth and adults
must be physically able to handle strenuous walking.
Order of the Arrow Candidates
Scouts and leaders wishing to complete the Ordeal at
summer camp must have a current, completed medical form (including physician’s
signature) on file in the camp health lodge.
No exceptions!!!
SPECIAL NOTES:
1. Per national BSA standards, all medication,
prescription and non-prescription, MUST be checked into the camp health lodge
during the first day of camp.
2.
Unit leaders need to
clearly understand that all adult leaders at camp must have a signed and dated
medical form no
matter how long they are staying in camp. Any adult
not meeting this requirement may not function as a camp unit leader and may not
participate in camp activities or stay overnight.
3.
THERE IS NO ‘LESS THAN 72
HOURS’ STIPULATION THAT EXEMPTS A SCOUT OR
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SUMMER |
All camp leaders are asked to assist in the
enforcement of camp policies. With
Scouts and Scouters living the Scout Oath and Law, only a minimum number of
policies are necessary.
1. It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that
trips and outings may never be led by only one adult. At least two adult leaders, one of whom must
be 21 years of older, are required for Boy Scout Summer Camp. The second adult leader must be at least 18
years or older.
2. Please plan to arrive at camp between
3. No one (Scout or Scouter) should leave camp without
informing the camp director or his designee. A Scout must have a signed release form in order to leave camp early.
4. A signed activity release form
is required for a Scout to be allowed to participate in off-site activities.
5. A signed Scout Release form
is required for a Scout to leave camp under any non-camp sponsored activity.
6. Blackhawk
Area Council camps are tobacco, drug and alcoholic free environments. Leaders
need to inform visitors of this policy and are asked to assist in the
enforcement of this policy. Those who
violate this policy will be asked to leave camp property.
7. Vehicles
are to be parked in designated parking areas only. Travel on camp roads is
prohibited. At both camps, troop
trailers may be parked at the campsite only with the prior approval of the
8. The
cutting of any standing tree or removal of bark is strictly prohibited.
9. Shoes are
to be worn at all times except while participating in swimming pool activities
or while in the shower house.
10. Liquid fuels and liquid fuel burning equipment
may be used by adults only. All liquid
fuels must be stored in a locked storage facility administered by the camp.
11. No pets are allowed at camp. This
includes during arrival on Sunday, Family Night on Wednesday, and departure on
Saturday. Pets, particularly dogs (even if leashed), pose a danger and
liability to other campers, staff members, and visitors. Please leave them at
home.
12. Unit
leaders are strongly urged to not allow Scouts to bring electronic devises to
camp. Radios, CD players, Game-Boys, I-Pods, and walkie-talkies will only
distract a Scout from his camping adventure. Most importantly, no cell phones should be
allowed. They potentially present the
unit leader and camp staff with a very difficult camper management situation.
It is strongly recommended that all troops have a
personal equipment check before they leave so that such items can be eliminated
before arrival to camp. Unit leaders bringing walkie-talkies and cell phones must make them
inaccessible to their Scouts. Cell phones may be removed from Scouts and not
returned until check-out on Saturday.
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USE OF CELL PHONES FOR THE SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF EVERYONE, THE USE
OF CELL PHONES, CAMERAS, AND ALL DEVICES CAPABLE OF RECORDING AND
TRANSMITTING IMAGES ARE STRICTLY PROHIBITED IN THE SHOWER HOUSE
AND LATRINES. |
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VISITOR MEALS
(Separate Meal Fee) Breakfast:
$4.00 Lunch: $5.00 Dinner: $6.00 Parents and guests visiting
camp for short periods of time may join their Scouts for meal(s). Meal fees are to be paid at the camp
office. Notify the camp office in
advance when additional individuals will be eating with your troop. |
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RELIGIOUS EMBLEMS |
Duty
to God is a fundamental principle of Scouting.
From Scouting’s earliest beginnings, its members have been encouraged to
be faithful in the practice of their religion.
Boy Scouting espouses no creed and favors no faith over another. Rather, it provides programs and ideals that
complement the aims of all religions.
One of the unique developments that has emerged from the partnership of
Scouting with religious bodies is the Religious Emblem Program. The various programs have some general
characteristics:
1.
Requirements and emblems
of recognition are developed by each religious body for its own constituents
who are in Scouting.
2.
No matter where a
candidate participates in Scouting, he enrolls in the emblem program of his own
faith and is instructed by his own priest, pastor, minister, rabbi, or other
religious counselor.
3.
Presentation of the emblem
is made in the context of a religious service.
4.
The Boy Scouts of America
recognizes the Scout’s achievement by permitting him to wear the religious
emblem on his uniform centered above the left pocket flap.
Encourage
your Scouts to take time during summer camp to talk with the
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HOMESICK SCOUTS |
Homesickness
is described psychologically as a “manifestation of separation anxiety” or “the
unconscious defense mechanism called regression.” The
What
causes homesickness? It is a product of
a happy home life and it occurs often in a child who misses the warmth and
security that comes from a good relationship with family and friends. Homesickness is also a problem for a child
whose parents are anxious about his welfare.
A parent who will miss the child while he is at camp or worries that the
camping experience will be unhappy often transmits this fear to the Scout. In short, while at camp, the boy often feels
the anxiety of his parents and fulfills their expectations that he will miss
home and will not enjoy camp by becoming homesick.
Homesickness
often produces regressive behavior in a child.
In order to cope with the situation he will revert to behaviors used at
an earlier age to gain attention.
Sometimes a boy will cry easily, wet the bed, or withdraw from
others. When a boy who is normally
sociable and active suddenly becomes quiet, alone, and disinterested in what is
happening around him, he may be displaying signs of homesickness.
The
treatment of homesickness is not simple.
It involves the active participation of the Scoutmaster, members of the
Troop, the staff and often firm but understanding parents. When homesickness is detected, the youth must
be listened to and his feelings understood.
Often an understanding person, willing to listen and empathize is all
that is needed. Any unusual behavior
patterns that have developed such as bed-wetting, must be taken in stride and
not be overly emphasized. Next, the boy
must be kept active and interested in some phase of camp life. An effort must be made to make the Scout part
of the Troop and a part of all the camp’s activities so that he can make
friends. If parents are contacted, they
should do all in their power to avoid promising that he may come home, unless
advised to do so by the
Homesickness
can be prevented. Parents are the best
preventers. Parents must not promise
their child that if he doesn’t like it, he can come home. This promise sets the boy up for defeat. Parents must try to transmit positive
messages about camp, emphasizing that his days at camp will be worthwhile
experience and they are happy that he is going.
If a child wishes to take something special with him that reminds him of
home, such as a pillow, blanket, or toy, he should be encouraged to do so. This special object will be a reminder of and
a link to home. Do not tell a Scout to
telephone if he needs anything. Such
advice could be contrary to the policy of the camp against indiscriminate use
of phones. When the Scout is ready to
leave, avoid a dramatic departure scene.
While the boy is at camp letters are generally sent. They provide a bond with home during
separation. The tone of the letter and
its contents have a great effect on the production of homesickness. The letters should be conversational about
events at home and ask questions about his experiences at Scout Camp. They should never contain such lines as: “We all miss you very much; we love you
so.” “Your dog hasn’t eaten since you
left.” “We served your favorite meal
last night; too bad you could not be with us to eat it.” Items that may cause jealousy between the
children at home such as, “Yesterday, we bought your brother a new bike that is
much better than yours,” should be avoided.
Campers sometimes break into tears after reading such well intentioned
letters from home.
Homesickness
is a common occurrence and if faced with understanding and care is just another
step in the process of growing up. Parents, members of the troop, and the Camp
Staff should all be aware of its causes, means of prevention, and above all, its
cure, which is simply a great deal of
understanding and willingness to help another person deal with his feelings and
get involved with the Scouting Program
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The Order of the Arrow |
As
you plan for summer camp, the Order of the Arrow would like you to be aware of several
important items for 2010.
Call-out
ceremonies and Ordeals will be conducted each week of the regularly scheduled
Boy Scout camping weeks. It is the responsibility of
the Scoutmaster, or the summer camp unit leader, to show the unit’s copy of the
OA election results to the summer camp chief. This will be requested by the camp chief at
the beginning of your week at camp. This will need to be done
for your unit to have participants in the call-out ceremony and the
Ordeal. As
with all OA lodges, we are not permitted to have out-of-council Scouts or
leaders participate in the full Ordeal.
This must be done in the council to which your unit is registered. Out-of-council units may have their elected
Scouts and leaders “called out” as public recognition while at camp. To have this happen, we need to have a letter
from the council of these units to grant us permission to do so.
The
Ordeal fee is $38.00 for troops camping at
Any
Scout or adult not attending camp for the week, the Ordeal fee is $48.00. This
includes an additional charge for food and an administrative fee.
SPECIAL NOTE:
All Scouts and adults wishing to complete the Ordeal at summer camp must have a
current, completed medical form, including parent’s and physician’s signature
and date (must be clearly seen) on file at camp. NO EXCEPTIONS!
There is “NO LESS THAN 72 HOURS” stipulation
that exempts anyone from this mandatory standard for Boy Scout summer camp.
Troops camping at another council’s camp:
a. To make a reservation, you
will need to call the camp at least two (2) weeks in advance if bringing
candidates to be “called out.” Only the troops making a reservation will be
able to have Ordeal candidates called out. Space is limited, so a reservation
must be made. Camp reserves the right to limit the number of Ordeal candidates
from troops not attending Blackhawk Area Council camps. If there is no room
available, your Scouts will need to do their Ordeal in August.
b. What to bring:
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Uniform for call-out,
Thursday dinner and induction ceremony.
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Work clothes for sleeping
and work on Thursday.
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Sleeping bag and ground
cloth.
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Poncho for cover / rain
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Toilet kit and towel.
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Medications necessary for
the duration.
c.
Arrive no later than
d. To help speed check in, Fax or
mail completed and signed Boy Scout medical form so it arrives at camp 10
days before call-out.
CANYON
CAMP
Blackhawk Area Council
Canyon Camp
815-492-2175
FAX
815-492-2533
CANYON
CAMP
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WELCOME TO CANYON CAMP 2010
We are so happy that your
troop has chosen Canyon Camp for their long-term camping experience. We are
working hard on selecting an outstanding camp staff with experience. In turn, we hope to provide a program that
will fulfill everyone’s Scouting needs.
The summer camp program is
designed to help each Scout in your unit to achieve the best possible
experience at a long-term summer camp.
We try to provide programs for every Scout that comes to summer camp,
from a first year camper to the Scout that has been coming to camp for four or
five years. For those Scouts who are
working on advancement in rank, we will provide a “First Class Emphasis”
program to move them toward the rank of Eagle.
The older Scout coming to camp might want to get involved in the O.W.L.
program.
It is our hope that Canyon
Camp can provide the type of Scouting experience that will stay with everyone
for a long time. As you plan your summer
camp experience, if you have any questions, please feel free to give one of us
a call.
Yours in
Scouting,
Dick
Reynolds,
Home:
815-964-3740 Home 608-325-5540
E-mail: richardjreynolds@juno.com E-mail: leebinkley@hotmail.com
Serving youth in Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Lee,
McHenry, Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago counties in
A United Way Agency
Address and Mail
Mail
for your Scout(s) should include: Name and Troop #, c/o of Canyon Camp, B.S.A.,
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Return
Address ****************** ****************** Scout’s Name and Troop # c/o Canyon Camp, BSA |
Telephone
In
case of an emergency, parents can reach the
Please refer to the cell
phone policy.
Emergency Warning System
If both the bell and siren are sounding
simultaneously and continuously, ALL SCOUTS AND SCOUTERS are to report to the
Dining Hall.
Trading Post
Hours
of operation will be posted. The Trading
Post stocks and sells refreshments, patches, camp tee shirts, neckerchiefs,
notebooks, Scouting literature, Scouting equipment, stamps and postcards.
Merit
Badge pamphlets may be purchased, but are also available on a rental basis if
needed. Each Scout is responsible for
his own spending money while at camp.
Family Night
On
Wednesday night, camp is open to parents and friends. Everyone is invited to observe the flag
lowering at
Following
supper, there will be an “open house” where parents and friends can visit camp
program areas. The evening program will
conclude with Native American dancing and the Call-Out Ceremony for the Order
of the Arrow.
Leaders
must inform the
FAMILY NIGHT MEAL FEES
Visitor’s Meal $6.00
Children under 12 $4.00
¬ Visitors should be reminded that they are not
permitted to drive to campsites or activity areas. All vehicles must remain in
the parking lot. Camp is not capable of providing transportation for
guests. Wheelchairs, golf carts, and other such modes of transportation are not
available.
Pets are not allowed in camp.
Troop Site
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EQUIPMENT PROVIDED |
OPTIONAL |
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2 Man Wall Tents |
Patrol Tarp |
Griddle |
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Cots with Mattress |
Picnic Table |
Dutch Oven |
Cook Kit |
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Broom |
Rake |
Patrol Chef Kit (spatula, can opener, knives) |
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Coleman Style Stoves are NOT
Available
v Each Scout should bring along his personal Mess Kit
including: plate, cup, knife, fork, and spoon.
v Please bring your American flag and troop flag.
v Any other cooking gear you deem necessary.
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The 2010 Canyon Camp campsite meals menu will be
posted on the Canyon Campsite meals will be Tuesday lunch, Tuesday
supper, and Wednesday breakfast. |
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MERIT BADGES AT CANYON
CAMP |
Merit Badges are earned in camp just as they are at
home! Most camp-offered merit badges are
intended to be done outdoors. Others are
better suited to be done in the troop’s community. It is strongly recommended to bring merit
badge books with you. A limited number of books are available at
the Trading Post.
Before camp:
1.
Talk with your Scouts
about the merit badges they hope to earn at camp.
2.
Have each Scout obtain and
read the merit badge pamphlet for each merit badge he hopes to earn at
camp. Many merit badges have
requirements that need to be completed prior to arrival at camp. Written verification of prior completion of
requirements must be brought to camp by each Scout.
3.
Encourage your Scouts to
concentrate their efforts on only as many merit badges as they can successfully
complete in an activity-filled week.
4.
Be sure your Scouts have
the right equipment for the right merit badge.
5.
Fill out blue cards for each merit badge.
**Camp counselors have the
right to ask for verification and/or demonstration
of skill/requirement mastery for any
previously certified requirement.
Web Site: visit the Canyon Camp Web site (www.canyoncamp.org)
for updates in merit badge and program schedules.
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Aquatics |
If participating in Swimming, Lifesaving, Canoeing, or Rowing, the Scout will need extra towels, long-sleeve
button shirt, sneakers, sweatshirt, long pants and a belt. Be sure the parents of your Scouts know all
of these clothes will get wet! Also
available in this area are the mile swim and snorkeling. |
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Outdoor Skills (Camping) |
A Scout will need to supply his own backpack to
complete the merit badge. Paperwork
can be done before camp. You need 20
days and 20 nights of camping experience.
One camp week (6 days and nights) may count in this total. |
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Outdoor Skills (Cooking) |
Scouts working on the Cooking merit badge will need to bring to camp: food
lists, price lists, weights & grocery ads from several week’s newspapers. Paperwork should be done prior to camp. Prerequisite: Documentation is provided that three meals have
been cooked at home is required to complete this merit badge at camp. |
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Outdoor Skills |
Additionally, Orienteering, Wilderness Survival and Pioneering merit
badges are available in this program area. |
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Shooting Sports |
Available merit badges are Rifle Shooting, Shotgun
Shooting, Archery, and Fishing. Scouts should be told that a substantial amount
of practice time is needed to achieve scores. It is often difficult to
complete these badges in one week. There is a nominal fee for shotgun shells.
Depending on the individual, this charge could range from $10.00 to $15.00. Recreational
shooters will also be charged. There is a $3.00 charge to make an arrow for the Archery merit badge. Scouts will be charged for the
replacement of lost arrows. Only camp shooting sports
equipment is allowed on the ranges. |
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Ecology-Conservation |
Available merit badges are Reptile & Amphibian
Study, Soil & Water Conservation, Environmental Science,
Mammal Study, Bird Study, Astronomy, Insect
Study, Nature,
Fish & Wildlife Management, Geology, Weather, and Forestry. Clothes and sneakers are needed for wading
in streams. Verification of previous
projects, photographs or sketches must be brought to camp. |
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Handicraft |
Available merit badges include Leatherwork, Indian Lore,
Basketry, Art, Graphic Arts, and Wood Carving. Each Scout will need additional money to
purchase materials used in handicraft projects. Depending upon individual
selection of projects, the cost could range from $10.00 to $20.00. |
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Eagle Required |
Available merit badges are: Citizenship in the Nation,
Citizenship in the World, Communications, Emergency Preparedness, and First Aid.
Many have prerequisites that need to be completed prior to camp. |
At Camp:
1.
On Sunday night, your
Scouts will meet the Merit Badge Counselors.
Don’t
over program a Scout with merit badges. Camp should be fun!
2.
Encourage your Scouts to
be prepared before they get to camp and then let each Scout do his own work
with the camp counselors.
3.
At the end of the week,
the Scoutmaster will receive in his departure packet either the signed completed
merit badge applications or partial completion forms. Each Scout should be encouraged to complete
partials at home with another counselor.
A Scout has until his 18th birthday to finish any merit badge.
4.
Whether or not a Scout
will successfully complete a merit badge is often determined the first 2 days
in camp. Know where your Scouts are every
day and regularly check their merit badge progress. Progress reports for each Scout will be
available at daily Scout Leader meetings.
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ADDITIONAL PROGRAM
ACTIVITIES AT CANYON CAMP |
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Aquatics |
Swimming Instruction Rowing & Canoeing Instruction Safe-Swim Defense Plan Training Safety Afloat Training Paddle Craft Safely Training Swimming & Water Recue Training |
Recreational Swimming Recreational Boating Mile Swim B.S.A. Snorkeling Kayaking |
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Outdoor Skills |
Knife and Axe Safety Map & Compass Nature Hiking |
Rope work Geocaching Lashings Cooking |
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Shooting Sports |
RIFLE RANGE Safety and Fundamentals Instruction Recreational Shooting |
Safety and Fundamentals Instruction Recreational Shooting |
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*All
personal rifles, bows, arrows and shells must be left at home! Only camp equipment will be used. *There
is a charge for lost arrows. |
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Back again this year is the Target Paintball
to shoot at – no people! Cost is $1.00 for 20 paintballs. Camp will
furnish the
paintball equipment. Do not bring your own guns. |
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Handicraft |
Open activity times are available to all
Scouts. Each Scout will need
additional money to purchase materials used in handicraft projects. Depending upon individual selection of
projects, the cost could range from $10.00 to $20.00 or more for extra
challenging projects such as moccasin kits. |
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CANYON CAMP ADVENTURE
PROGRAM |
Canyon Camp’s Adventure program includes a variety
of activities for both the young and the “young at heart”.
O.W.L.
The Outdoor Wilderness League offers new ideas and
skills for your older Scouts and Leaders. Scouts must be at least First Class and be at least 14 years old or older. Leaders and Scouts wishing to use canoes in
the program must pass the “Swimmer” test.
Operation O.W.L. is comprised of a variety of
activities. Scouts and Leaders who would
like to participate in this challenging program should register Sunday evening.
NOTE: A $5.00 transportation/participation fee will
be required from all participants for each out-of-camp trip.
1st CLASS EMPHASIS PROGRAM
Various activities and instruction will focus on
completion of requirements toward 1st Class. Scouts who have NOT
earned 1st Class may participate.
CANYON RANGER
This program is available only to 1st
year campers (Scouts). Activities will
be geared to completing advancement requirements, as well as those “Just For Fun”. The intent
of this program is to familiarize 1st year Scouts with the program
areas of the camp. Upon completion of
the program, a special camp award will be presented to participants. No charge
for Scouts participating in this program.
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YOUR TROOP’S
WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE AT CANYON CAMP |
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Sunday |
Camp orientation, merit badge sign-up, O.W.L
sign-up, and great opening campfire. |
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Monday |
Merit badge instruction begins, First Class
emphasis work begins, mile swim practice begins, and open camp. |
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Tuesday |
Cook the |
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Wednesday |
Cook breakfast meal in the campsite. Visitor’s night, Order of the Arrow
ceremonies, with Call-Out. |
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Thursday |
Open camp, moonlight swim, Order of the Arrow
induction. |
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Friday |
Paul Bunyan Breakfast, mile swim, finalize all
Merit Badge work, closing campfire with troop skits. |
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Saturday |
Canyon Camp Court of Honor. |
Religious Services will be provided during the week.
DIRECTIONS TO CANYON CAMP
From the East
- Take
Rt. 20 west through
- Travel
2 miles to
- Turn
right and travel for 2 miles to
on your left. The sign is opposite a farm.
- Turn
left and travel for 4 miles to the camp entrance. The entrance is after
you cross the
From the West
- Take Rt. 20 east through Woodbine, IL
- Travel
6.5 miles to
- Turn
left and travel for 2 miles to
on your left. The sign is opposite a farm.
- Turn
left and travel for 4 miles to the camp entrance. The entrance is after
you cross the
From the North
- Take
- Go
south for 7.5 miles to
- Turn left.
- After crossing the creek, the camp entrance is on your left.
CAMP
LOWDEN
815-732-6674
FAX 815-732-4817
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CAMP LOWDEN |
Dear Unit Leader:
Welcome to
This year’s camp staff is really fired up and ready
to serve your troop’s camping and Scouting needs. Our program offers a full experience for the
seasoned camper as well as for a new Scout.
Seasoned campers will enjoy a challenging outdoor experience in our well
established FOX programs. Opportunities
in the FOX program will test the mettle of older Scouts as they endeavor to
strengthen their Scouting skills. Our
30’ climbing tower has proven to be a worthwhile challenge for even the most
able Scouts and Scouters! Another adventure
thrill, a high ropes challenge course, is also available.
First year Scouts will enjoy the leadership and
guidance of experienced staff members as they embark upon a program designed to
encourage their first steps in the Scouting program. Open ended and formulated to suit the needs
of the individual Scout, our First Class Express program is sure to satisfy all
who are new on the Scouting road of adventure, advancement, and opportunity.
I am confident that you will find your Camp Lowden 2010
camping experience fun and full of lifetime memories. On behalf of the 2010 Camp Lowden Staff, I
again extend a hearty welcome to camp, to you, and your troop. As you prepare for the adventure that lies
ahead, please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions or
concerns. I will be most happy to help
in any way that I can.
Yours in the Spirit of Scouting,
Bruce A. Small,
c/o
School: (815)
777-2413 (Until May 31, 2010. After May 31st,, 2010, call
Home: (815)
777-1271
E-mail: bsmall@mchsi.com
A Untied Way Agency
Serving youth in Boone, Carroll, Jo Daviess, Lee, McHenry,
Ogle, Stephenson, Whiteside and Winnebago counties in
Address and Mail
Mail for your Scout(s) should include: Name and Troop #, c/o
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Return Address **************** **************** Scout’s Name and
Troop# c/o |
Telephone
In case of an emergency, parents can reach the
Please refer to the cell
phone policy.
Emergency
Warning System
If the camp bell rings, it
signals an emergency. All Scouts and
Scouters are to go directly to the closest area where people naturally gather
and wait for further direction from the
Trading Post
Hours of operation will be announced. The Trading Post stocks and sells
refreshments, patches, handicraft items, camp tee shirts, Scouting literature
and Scouting equipment. First class
postage stamps are available in the main office.
Family
Night
On Wednesday night, camp is open to parents and
friends. Guests should plan to arrive no
earlier than
Leaders
must inform the
FAMILY NIGHT MEAL FEES
Visitor’s Meal $6.00
Children under 12 $4.00
¬Visitors should be reminded that
they are not permitted to drive to campsites or activity areas. All
vehicles must remain in the parking lot. Camp is not capable of
providing transportation for guests. Wheelchairs, golf carts, and other such
modes of transportation are not available.
Pets
are not allowed in camp.
Troop Site and Equipment
All sites can be arranged for Patrol camping by your
Troop. You may bring your own tentage or
you may check out tents from the Quartermaster. Platform tents are not screened
or floored. Two cots and mattresses are
provided with each platform tent.
Assignment to all sites with platform tents will be made based on
availability. All tentage checked out
from the Quartermaster must be taken down and returned Saturday morning as part
of the checkout procedure. Site location
and capacity are determined and assigned by the
Requests for a campsite with platforms or other
special campsite requests must be made by calling or writing the council office
by May 1st and by making a follow up call to the
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EQUIPMENT PROVIDED |
OPTIONAL |
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Picnic Table |
Shovel |
Chef Kit |
Griddle |
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Rake |
Broom |
Patrol Cook Kit |
Water Jug |
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Tents for Scouts & Leaders Dining Tarp |
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If you wish to cook with a Dutch oven, please bring
your own.
Propane stoves and tanks are not available.
Every unit has the opportunity to use council camp
equipment. When this equipment is
checked out, it is in good condition. It
must be returned in the same good condition as when your unit received it. Remember, other units will be using the
equipment.
A unit has three choices concerning camping
equipment:
1.
Bring all its own gear
2.
Rely entirely on council
camp equipment
3.
Use a combination of unit
and council equipment.
Our only request is that we
be informed of your unit’s intentions at lease two weeks in advance so that
unwanted equipment is not in your troop site.
v Each Scout must bring his personal mess kit: plate,
cup, knife, fork, and spoon.
v Please bring your American flag and troop flags.
v Any other cooking gear you deem necessary
v Special barrels for recyclables will be located
throughout the camp.
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The
2010 Camp Lowden Campsite Meals Menu will be posted on the Camp
Lowden Web site at a later date. Campsite
meals will be Monday dinner, Tuesday breakfast, and Tuesday lunch. |
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MERIT BADGES AT |
Merit Badges are earned in camp just as they are at
home! Most camp-offered merit badges are intended to be done outdoors. Others
are better suited to be done in the troop’s community. Troops or Scouts must
bring the appropriate merit badge pamphlets to camp. They are not for sale in
the Trading Post.
Before camp:
1.
Talk with your Scouts
about the merit badges they hope to earn at camp.
2. Have each Scout obtain and read the merit badge
pamphlet for each merit badge he hopes to earn at camp. Many merit badges have
requirements that need to be completed prior to arrival at camp. Written verification of prior completion of
requirements must be brought to camp by each Scout.
3.
Encourage your Scouts to
concentrate their efforts on only as many merit badges as they can successfully
complete in an activity-filled week.
4.
Be sure your Scouts have
the right equipment for the right merit badge.
5.
Fill out blue cards for each merit badge.
**Camp counselors have the
right to ask for verification and/or demonstration
of skill/requirement mastery for any
previously certified requirement.
Web Site: Visit the
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Aquatics |
If participating in Swimming, Lifesaving, Canoeing, or Rowing, the Scout will need extra
towels, long-sleeve button shirt, sneakers, sweatshirt, long pants and a belt. Be sure the parents of your Scouts know all
of these clothes will get wet! Scouts using the river must have a pair of shoes that can get wet and are
suitable for river wear. Also available in this area are the mile swim and snorkeling. |
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Outdoor Skills (Camping) |
A Scout will need to supply his own backpack to
complete the merit badge. Paperwork can be done before camp. You need 20 days and 20 nights of camping
experience. One camp week (6 days and nights) may count in this total. |
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Outdoor Skills (Cooking) |
Scouts working on the Cooking merit badge will need to bring to camp: food
lists, price lists, weights & grocery ads from several weeks’
newspapers. Paperwork should be done
prior to camp. Prerequisite:
Documentation that three meals have been
cooked at home is required to complete this merit badge at camp. |
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Outdoor Skills |
Additionally, Pioneering and Wilderness Survival merit badges are available in this program area. |
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Shooting Sports |
Available merit badges are Rifle Shooting, Shotgun
Shooting, and Archery. Scouts should be told that a substantial amount
of practice time is needed to achieve scores.
It is often difficult to complete these badges in one week. There is a nominal charge for shotgun shells.
Depending on the individual, this charge could range from $10.00 to $15.00.
Recreational shooters will also be charged. There is a $3.00 charge to make an arrow for the
Archery merit badge. Scouts will be charged for the replacement of lost
arrows. Only camp shooting sports
equipment is allowed on the ranges. |
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Ecology-Conservation |
Available merit badges are Reptile & Amphibian
Study, Soil & Water Conservation, Environmental Science, Mammal Study, Bird Study, Astronomy, Insect
Study, Nature, Fish & Wildlife
Management, Geology, Weather, Energy, Plant Science, and Forestry. Clothes and sneakers are needed for wading in
streams. Verification of previous
projects, photographs or sketches must be brought to camp. |
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Handicraft |
Available merit badges include Sculpture, Leatherwork, Basketry,
Art, Wood Carving, and Indian Lore.
Each Scout will need additional money to purchase materials used in
handicraft projects. Depending upon
individual selection of projects, the cost could range from $10.00 to $20.00. |
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Eagle Required |
Available merit badges are: Citizenship in the Nation, Citizenship in the World, Emergency Preparedness, and First Aid.
There are prerequisites that need to be completed prior to camp. Check with the Program Director on Sunday night
during merit badge sign up for the list of others that may be available. |
At Camp:
1. On Sunday night, your Scouts will meet the
Merit Badge Counselors. Don’t over program a Scout
with merit badges. Camp should be fun!
2.
Encourage your Scouts to
be prepared before they get to camp and then let each Scout do his own work
with the camp counselors.
3.
At the end of the week,
the Scoutmaster will receive in his departure packet either the signed
completed Merit Badge applications or partial completion forms. Each Scout should be encouraged to complete
partials at home with another counselor.
A Scout has until his 18th birthday to finish any Merit
Badge.
4.
Whether or not a Scout
will successfully complete a merit badge is often determined the first 2 days
in camp. Know where your Scouts are every day and regularly check their merit
badge progress. Progress reports for
each Scout will be available at the daily leader meetings.
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ADDITIONAL PROGRAM
ACTIVITIES AT |
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Aquatics |
Swimming
Instruction Rowing
& Canoeing Instruction Safe-Swim
Defense Plan Training Safety
Afloat Training Paddle
Craft Safety Training Swimming
& Water Rescue Training |
Recreational
Swimming Recreational
Boating Sailboarding Mile
Swim B.S.A.
Snorkeling Rafting Kayaking |
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Outdoor Skills |
Knife
& Axe Safety Map
& Compass Geocashing Edible
Plants Cooking
Without Utensils Rope Work Wilderness
Survival |
Dutch
Oven Cooking Orienteering Lashings Nature
Hiking Altar
Fire Cooking Model
Campsite |
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Shooting Sports |
RIFLE RANGE Safety
& Fundamentals Instruction Recreational
Shooting .22
Instruction Shotgun
Instruction Skeet
Shooting |
Safety
& Fundamentals Instruction Recreational
Shooting |
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All
personal rifles, bows, arrows and shells must be left at home! Only camp equipment will be used. There
will be a charge for lost arrows. |
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Target Paintball |
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1st Class Express |
This
program is intended for the first year camper. Throughout the week Scouts are encouraged
to attend the sessions that will help them achieve the requirements that they
still need to complete 1st class.
The flexibility of the program allows Scouts to attend only the
sessions that they need for requirements yet to be completed. Sessions are scheduled so that only 1st
Class Express Scouts are working together – working as a team. An optional overnight will be held. |
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Handicraft |
Open
activity times are available to all Scouts. Each Scout will need additional
money to purchase materials used in handicraft projects. Depending upon
individual selection of projects, the cost could range from $5.00 to $20.00
for the extra challenging projects such as moccasin kits. |
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High Adventure Program |
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Additional Programs Offered Throughout the Week |
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Ø Climbing Tower Ø Nature Exhibits Ø Mountain Boarding Ø Wilderness Camping |
Ø Sail Boarding Ø Pioneering Projects Ø Trail Hiking |
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YOUR TROOP’S
WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE AT |
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Sunday |
Camp orientation, merit badge sign-up, and opening
campfire. |
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Monday |
Merit badge instruction begins, First Class
emphasis work begins, mile swim practice begins. Cook the evening meal in the campsite. Troop photos in campsite at dinner. |
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Tuesday |
Cook breakfast and lunch meals in the
campsite. Participate in archery
demonstration and Chapel Services. A
separate Ecumenical Non-Denominational Christian service and a Catholic Mass
are held. |
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Wednesday |
Visitor’s night, OA Call-Out Ceremony. |
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Thursday |
OA induction and camp wide activities. |
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Friday |
Mile swim, finalize all merit badge work, closing
camp fire, and Court of Honor. |
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Saturday |
Lowden Logger breakfast and unit departure from
camp. |
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As noted in the General Information pages, the camp will no longer
provide personal eating utensils. Each
Scout and Scouter will be responsible for providing his own cup, plate, and
silverware for use in campsite cooking.
DIRECTIONS
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