2011 PARENT'S

AND LEADER'S GUIDE

OVERNIGHT
ADVENTURE
JULY 10-15
JULY 24-29

MINI
ADVENTURE
JULY 10-12
JULY 24-26

PARENT’S & LEADER’S GUIDE

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME LETTER..................................................................................................... 1
WHAT TO BRING TO OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE ........................................................ 2
WHAT TO BRING FOR YOUR PACK ............................................................................ 3
CAMP INFORMATION ................................................................................................. 4
CAMP SAFETY ............................................................................................................ 7
LIVING WELL IN CAMP .............................................................................................. 9

FORMS INCLUDED IN THIS PACKET:

2011 PACK RESERVATION FORM
2011 SCHEDULE OF FEES
ADULT INFORMATION FORM
LEADER RESOURCE FORM
HEALTH FORM
CAMP KINGSLEY MAP
CAMP EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION

HOW TO REGISTER FOR CAMP:

For the Overnight Adventure or Mini-Adventure each unit should
submit a $100 deposit along with the Pack Reservation Form is due by March 31, 2011.
Units should submit the electronic Camp Registration Form with a $50 deposit per Scout by
5/1/2011. Invoices will be sent to each pack in May. The invoice will reflect camp fees, free adults,
sibling discount and any camperships. The complete balance is due on 6/1/2011.

FORMS REQUIRED AT CHECK-IN:

Each unit must submit a Unit Binder with completed Health Forms for each camper upon check-in.
Adults attending Overnight Adventures must submit an Adult Information Form
with their units camp registration form.
Each Pack should submit the Extras Order Form for their group upon check-in.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE A PART OF OUR STAFF?

Adults or Boy Scouts 14 years or older who are interested in helping
at camp should submit a Camp Employment Application.

THIS GUIDE AND ALL FORMS ARE

AVAILABLE TO DOWNLOAD AT:
http://www.scoutingcny.org/Camp_Kingsley.cfm
 Camp Kingsley welcomes you to Cub Scout Camping!
Imagine sitting around the campfire listening to stories, seeing skits, singing songs as smoke
wafts to the star lit sky. Feel the thrill as your son pulls back on his bowstring, releases his arrow
and whoosh, it hits the target for the very first time. See your son grow up before your eyes,
as he learns that he can take care of himself in the woods. Summer Camp is the culmination
of an exciting year in Scouting. It‘s a time to delight in the outdoors, to learn new skills, and
to have fun with friends. From the youngest Cub Scout to Webelos preparing for his move to
Boy Scouts, Camp Kingsley is the adventure that puts the “outing” in Scouting! Summer camp
experiences will provide you memories that will last a lifetime.

This guide has been prepared for Cub Scouts and adults who are going to participate in one
of the Cub Scout camping programs this summer. It has been designed for your use before
and after you arrive at camp. Many questions will be answered as you review these pages,
so please read them carefully. Cub Scout camp is run purely for FUN. At the same time, it’s
our hope our Cub Scouts will learn new skills, begin new adventures, meet new people and
make new friends. The Law of the Camp is the Cub Scout Promise and Law of the Pack as
taught through the basic fundamentals of Scout camping with the ideals of Scouting (character
building, citizenship training and fitness) always kept in mind. Please note, however, that camp
fun is not limited to Cub Scouts. This is a great way for parents to share quality time with their
Scout son(s). It’s an ideal time for them to get to know their son’s friends and their parents.
Camp is a great place for Cubs and parents alike to meet people with whom they share a
common bond....Scouting! Each camp is operated according to the National Standards of the
Boy Scouts of America. Manuals are created for each camp listing Cub Scout safety policies
and procedures. All Camp Directors, Program Directors and Aquatics Director hold current BSA
National Camp School certificates.

You can attend as a pack, den, or individual Cub Scout with your parent. Each Cub Pack is
responsible to organize their Cub Pack leadership in a way that allows boys to get to camp.
Send your son to Camp Kingsley for an experience he will never forget.

We look forward to seeing you all at Camp Kingsley this summer!

Yours in Scouting,
Heather Braathen
Camp Director
315-655-4227
315-278-3473
braathen@twcny.rr.com

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Overnight Adventure - What to Bring
CAMP THEME WHAT NOT TO BRING
MEDIEVAL ADVENTURE - bring on the theme! You may Alcohol, Tobacco, Fireworks, Firearms, Ammunition,
choose to bring items to decorate your campsite. During Arrows, Chainsaws, Pets, Bicycles, Electronic Games,
the last day of camp everyone will gather for our theme Expensive Items, and any other item that is dangerous
parade. All Scouts and leaders are encouraged to have or inappropriate. Failure to adhere to these policies will
some type of costume, or apparel items that are unique result in immediate intervention of the Camp Director or
to our theme. Be imaginative and have both parents Program Director.
and Scouts dress up! Carry items during the parade that
Animals in Camp
represent your characters. We will have prizes for the best
decorated campsites and the best costumes. Pets are not allowed in camp. Please leave your pets at
home. Please remind parents and visitors that pets are not
welcome in camp at any time.
WHAT TO BRING
Footwear
_____ Uniform
Open-toed shoes (except within the confines of the
_____ Extra Shirts & Pants & Shorts waterfront area) are not permitted in camp. “Why?” you
_____ Socks & Underwear ask. Ever stub a toe on a rock or root?
_____ Jacket Pocket Knives
_____ Rain Gear There is no need for any Scout to be carrying a
_____ Sleep Wear pocketknife during his stay at camp. If a Scout is taking
a specific activity badge or is taking part in the Cub
_____ Sneakers and /or Hiking Boots Scout Whittling Chip Program, he is allowed, under adult
_____ Swim Wear supervision to have his pocketknife with him while taking
_____ Towels & Toiletries the class. NO POCKETKNIFE BLADES CAN BE LONGER
THAN 3”. SHEATH OR SURVIVAL KNIVES ARE NOT
_____ Sleeping Bag or Blankets ALLOWED IN CAMP.
_____ Pillow
_____ Flashlight w/extra Batteries HEALTH & SAFETY
_____ Sun Screen All participants must have a current Annual Health and
Medical Record Form to participate. All camps that are
_____ Water Bottle
more than 72 hours require Parts A, B and C. Mini-Camp
_____ Bug Repellent (non-aerosol) can be attended with Parts A and C. All medications must
_____ Cub Scout Handbook be kept in the health office. First Aid is available 24 hours a
day in the camp Health Lodge. All of our staff is certified in
_____ Medical & Medication Forms (completed)
CPR and First Aid.
_____ Costume

OPTIONAL ITEMS
_____ Watch
_____ Camp Chair
_____ Camera
_____ Song Book
_____ Bible, Prayer Book
_____ Fishing Pole and Tackle
_____ Spending Money
PLEASE LABEL YOUR GEAR!
Camp Kingsley and the Revolutionary Trails Council ARE
NOT responsible for lost or stolen articles. In case you
misplace something, a lost and found will be located at the
camp office.

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Overnight Adventure - What to Bring
WHAT TO BRING FOR YOUR PACK
_____ First Aid Kit
_____ Pack Flag
_____ Lantern
_____ Rope & Binders Twine
_____ Water Jug and Cups
_____ Axe or Bow Saw
_____ Special Menu Plans
_____ Treats
_____ Special Awards
_____ Leaders Guide
UNIT EQUIPMENT
Only basic unit equipment is needed at camp. There is
some basic camping gear that you may want to bring along
to camp to make your stay more comfortable. Remember
some of these items actually relate to a “pack” coming as a
group as opposed to a single Scout/adult partnership:
LANTERNS
You should have a lantern, either propane or battery, to
light up your site at night. It is also nice to have something
in the latrine at night to give off some light. Some units use
“GLOW STICKS.” Glow sticks can make the difference
between a good night of sleep and a bad night...especially
for first time campers. If they forget to bring them, we will
have them for sale in the Trading Post.
WATER JUGS
If you have one, you should bring a large picnic water jug
to keep fresh water handy. All sites have water near the
latrine; however, you may want to keep some at your site
this way you don’t have to walk down to the latrine every
time you need a drink. You may want a supply of drinking
cups for your unit. Campers should bring water bottles to
camp with them. Water bottles are required for anyone
wishing to go on a hike.
SNACKS
Some units bring fruit or other snack items to share with
their Scouts and adults for that in-between time or evening
site program. If you store food in the campsite, remember
bears and raccoons may keep you company late at night.
It is suggested you store your food in your car or in the
dining hall overnight.
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INSECT NETTING
You really should encourage your Scouts and adults to
invest in “insect netting” to place over their bunks for
sleeping at night. This is encouraged for camp tents and
lean-tos.
INSECT SPRAY
Every Scout and adult should have his or her own
“INSECT SPRAY” either in wipe on form or pump sprayer.
No aerosol spray cans of any type are allowed in camp.
FLAGS
Your unit is welcome to bring your pack flag with you to
camp. Packs may want to hold a flag ceremony in their
campsite each day. The entire camp will gather at 7:45
and 5:45 every day for a formal flag ceremony.
FIRST AID KIT
It is suggested that each unit have a fully stocked site First
Aid kit. However, all injuries must be reported to the Camp
Health Officer.
BOW SAW
A bow saw can be useful for cutting wood for your fire ring.
Remember only adults and/or a Boy Scout den chief (must
have earned Totin-Chip) are allowed to use cutting tools
and then “ONLY” if an approved ax yard is set up. Cub
Scouts are not allowed to use cutting tools in camp.
ROPE
Units should bring some rope or marking tape to mark off
an ax yard. Additional rope should be brought by campers
and the unit to make clotheslines to hang wet clothes on or
for other uses.
UNIT BINDER
Each Pack must report to camp with a unit medical binder.
The 3 ring binder should contain COMPLETED health
fforms for each individual attending camp in alphabetical
order. ONLY THE HEALTH FORMS OF SCOUTS AND
ADULTS ATTENDING CAMP SHOULD BE INCLUDED
IN THE BINDER.
General Camp Information
CAMP PICTURES
A CD will be given out at the end of the week that will
include a group picture along with action pictures taken
throughout the week.
PHOTO USE POLICY
Our staff and leaders often take pictures of our camp in
action. These pictures may be included in our leaders
guide and in camp promotional materials. You will be
required to fill out the Talent Release Agreement included
in Part B of your Health Form. If you do not wish your child
to be photographed, please inform your Cubmaster and
the Camp Director in writing before camp begins.
FAMILY NIGHT
For overnight adventure campers, we will host a family
BBQ and campfire on Friday evening. Family members
and friends are encouraged to come up for the evening.
Tickets may be purchased at the pre-camp leader’s
meeting or at check-in. Cost for the barbecue is $4 for
those 10 and under and $6 for those over 10. Children 3
and under are Free.
VISITING YOUR PACK
Parents may visit their Scouts at camp. All visitors must
sign in at the Camp Office and wear a visitor wristband.
Visitors are charged $15 a day for meals. ($4 Breakfast, $5
Lunch and $6 dinner) Visitors staying overnight or visitors
who wish to swim or participate in any activities must
submit a physical form.
SENDING MAIL TO CAMP
You may send your Cub Scout mail at the following
address: (send it early to ensure that it arrives on time!)
(Child’s Name), Pack______
Camp Kingsley
5328 Tuffy Rd.
Ava, NY 13303
TELEPHONE
The camp phone is for emergencies and camp related
business. Messages will be delivered to Scouts and
adults through the site or den leader. The camp telephone
numbers is (315) 942-2511.
PRE-CAMP LEADERS MEETING
A pre-camp leaders meeting will be held prior to the start
of camp. The camp program for the year and check-in
procedures will be reviewed at that time.
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TRADING POST
Camp Kingsley operates a Trading Post located in the
main office. Its hours of operation are posted outside
the door. The Trading Post includes a full selection of
souvenirs, patches, snacks and craft kits. About $20-
$30 per program session should be enough to meet the
Scout’s needs. Master Card, Visa, personal checks and
cash will be accepted for all Trading Post purchases.
REGISTRATION AND CHECK-IN
OVERNIGHT ADVENTURE CHECK-IN
Gates will open and check-in will begin at 1 pm. Upon
arrival in the parking lot, please bring your equipment to
the camp office. Scouts and adults will need to check in at
the Camp Office. All Campers who wish to swim or boat
during the week, must be dressed in their swimsuits
upon arrival. Bring any medical forms or prescription
medications that need to be turned in to check-in. Once
you have checked in with the health officer, you will be
sent directly to swim tests. Staff members will deliver your
equipment to your campsite while swimtests are being
taken.
SWAPPING OF PARENTS
If it becomes necessary for an adult partner to be changed
during the program session, this is acceptable providing
that proper arrangements have been made prior to the
start of the session. We must have a full set of “medical
forms and paperwork” submitted at Check-in. The day of
the swap, both adults must come to the Camp Office.
UNIT LEVEL PRE-CAMP MEETING
We strongly recommend each unit have a pre-camp
meeting with all adults and Scouts who will be attending
Camp Kingsley. We suggest that this meeting be held
two or three weeks before your camp session. At this
meeting you as the campsite unit leader or the Cubmaster
should go over all important issues, especially the check-
in procedures and policies outlined in this manual and
information that you learned at the pre-camp leader’s
training session.
General Camp Information
CAMP IDENTIFICATION
All Scouts and adults are asked to wear a wrist band while
they are in camp. If you see an adult who does not have a
wristband, please ask them to sign in. Campers will wear a
different color shirt each day. Sunday camp t-shirt, Monday
blue t-shirt, Tuesday green t-shirt, Wednesday white or tie-
dye, Thursday red, Friday camp t-shirt. Some packs may
choose to wear their own pack t-shirts on one of the days.
BUDDY SYSTEM
Scouts should never be by themselves. Please have
every boy travel with a buddy. This will be covered with
all campers during the camp orientation.
SWIMMING TESTS
In accordance with B.S.A. policy, each Scout and adult
must have a swim classification upon arrival at camp. The
swim classification is conducted at camp as part of the
check-in process. When the unit/camper arrives at summer
camp, each individual will be issued a buddy tag. They
will be color coded based on his or her classification. The
tag may be used for the entire summer at Camp Kingsley.
When opportunity arises, a camper may retest with the
Aquatics Director to improve their swim level classification.
DEN CHIEFS
We strongly encourage packs to bring along their den chief
to camp. Den chiefs must be registered Boy Scouts or
Venturers.
TOBACCO USE
Leaders that use tobacco during their stay, must do so in
the designated location where no Scouts or Staff will see
them. Contact your camp director for location.
VEHICLES IN CAMP
V
Vehicles are permitted in designated parking areas.
Vehicles are not permitted in camp. Carts are available
to transport gear to the campsites.
TIMELINESS
Please be on time to all program areas. If you are late
classes may start without you. If a hike leaves before you
arrive you may not be able to catch up. If you are late to
the dining hall food may not be left when you arrive.
STAFF VISITS
If you would like to have staff visit your site at night, please
personally invite them. They will do their best to visit.
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SIGN-IN AND SIGN-OUT
When leaving camp for any reason (going home early,
eating out, going to the store), all Scouts and adults
must sign out at the Camp Office. Anyone that will not
be attending a meal must notify the Camp Director or
Program Director prior to departure. Upon returning to
camp they must sign in at the Camp Office. This is very
important because in the event of a camp wide emergency
we need to account for everyone who is registered in
camp. Everyone must be wearing a wristbands while in
camp.
YOUTH PROTECTION
Leaders must be current with B.S.A. Youth Protection
Training. Report suspected child abuse incidents
immediately to the Camp Director ONLY. All Adults
attending camp must turn in a Camp Adult Information
Form.
DINING HALL PROCEDURES
Campers will be assigned a table in dining hall for each
meal. The campers will sit at the same tables during
the course of their stay at camp. Everyone is required
to attend camp orientation. The Dining Hall Director will
cover dining hall procedures during orientation. Please
encourage all campers to wash their hands prior to meals.
The dining hall will be closed 1 hour prior to meals,
campers will be allowed back in dining hall when the dining
hall is set and the meal is ready to serve.
CLASS-A UNIFORMS
Uniforms are required for all Scouts and leaders for
the breakfast and dinner each day. Class-B uniforms
(t-shirt color of the day) is acceptable for lunch. On
Tuesday we will hold a special theme lunch where
everyone can wear their costumes.
CAMP VISITORS
Guests and visitors may eat with their unit in the dining
hall. A meal ticket can be purchased at the camp office.
Meal costs for visitors and guests are:
Breakfast.................$ 4.00
Lunch......................$ 5.00
Dinner......................$ 6.00
CAMP GUIDES
NEW THIS YEAR, each campsite will have 2 staff
members assigned to it as Camp Guides. They will live in
your site, conduct camp tours on the first day and check
on the daily needs of the campers.
General Camp Information
SCOUT VESPERS
Recognizing that religion is an integral part of the
character-building process of the Boy Scouts of America,
a special vespers service will be held during the program.
Everyone is encouraged to attend the Camp Vespers.
There is also a Camp Duty to God program that campers
may work on during their stay at camp.
LIGHTS OUT
Quiet time is from 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Scouts should
be in their campsites under your direct supervision and
preparing for sleep by 10 p.m. Please be respectful of
other campers. In the event your unit needs assistance
after 10 p.m. please contact a camp staff member.
CAMP VOLUNTEERS
Unit leaders and parents are encouraged to assist the
camp staff in program areas especially in areas of their
expertise. If you are interested in helping at camp, please
fill out the Camp Kingsley Leader Resource Form or an
Employment Application and return to the Camp Director
or Program Director.
CAMP PROGRAM
The activities conducted at Camp Kingsley will be based
on the Cub Scout Program and appropriate to Cub Scout
age boys.
Aquatics
The aquatics program includes swimming and boating
opportunities and will include instructional opportunities.
The aquatics program is supervised by the Camp Aquatics
Director and lifeguards.
Range
Archery, sling shots, catapults and BB-Gun programs at
Camp Kingsley will provide boys with safety instruction
and an opportunity to use range equipment in a supervised
setting. All B.S.A. requirements for the range program are
enforced.
Crafts
The Crafts program includes painting, model making and
other age appropriate crafts. All materials used in the crafts
program are purchased from a school or camp supplier
(and are, therefore, as “child safe” as possible).
Nature
The nature program introduced boys to the natural world
through a series of hands-on activities, including games,
hikes and fishing.
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Outdoor Skills
The outdoor skills program will cover age appropriate skills
for each rank. Activities may include knot tying, knife skills,
fire building and outdoor cooking.
Sports
The sports program provides boys with an opportunity for
physical exercise while emphasizing teamwork and the
Cub Scout motto (“Do Your Best”).
Special Events
Daily special activities will be conducted to add variety
to the camp experience and provide special learning
opportunities for the boys. Special events may include
guest speakers and fun theme related activities.
Webelos Overnight
Second year Webelos who are overnight campers will
have a special Overnight Adventure. They will leave
the main camp Thursday morning and return to camp
before breakfast on Friday. They will participate in special
activities and cook their dinner over the campfire.
Sports and Academics Program
Camp Kingsley provides opportunities to participate in
the Cub Scout Sports and Academics Program. The
academics subjects and sports activities allow boys to
learn new techniques, increase scholarship skills, develop
sportsmanship and have FUN!!
Honor Camper
An Honor Camper is chosen for each week of the
overnight adventure. The person chosen will display all the
qualities of a Cub Scout throughout their week at camp.
This camper will be voted on by the staff and awarded the
camp “Spirit Stick” at the closing campfire.
CAMP SEGMENT PATCH
Those who attend Camp Kingsley will be able to earn
rewards segments. These patch segments can be earned
continuously each year as part of the Camp Kingsley
program. Camp Kingsley Program leaders will certify that
the Cub/Webelos Scout has completed the requirements.
Some of the segments to be offered are: Wolf Head, Bear
Head, Webelos Sign, Boy Scout Salute, Ears of Akela,
Denner, Wild West, Fishing and more. Additional segments
may be purchased at the Camp Trading Post. These
segments include: year of attendance, pack numbers, tent
camping and coffee club.
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS
Overnight campers will sleep in lean-tos while at Camp
Kingsley. Lean-tos sleep up to 6 Scouts or Adults. Guests
may also choose to bring their own tents to sleep in. In
some sites, 2 man wall tents are used for campers.
Camp Safety
FIRE PREVENTION
In the forest, fire is ALWAYS a hazard. Certain precautions
should be taken to prevent and control fires in camp:
• Every campsite must have their 5-gallon fire water
bucket filled and covered in a central spot in the
campsite.
• The camp has fire control tools located in each
campsite, which include: shovel, rakes, broom and
hoses. These should never be taken from racks except
by designated staff.
• Campfires may be built only in designated rings (each
campsite has one) and should be supervised by an
adult. Ground fires may be suspended during dry
periods.
• Never leave your campsite unattended if you have a fire
in the fire ring or a stove in use. All campsites have a
“UNIT FIREGUARD CHART” posted on their site bulletin
board. The Fireguard Chart is to be filled in daily starting
with your first day of arrival in camp. Unit leaders should
instruct other adults and Scouts in basic fire safety within
camp. The Fireguard Chart needs to be signed every
day!
Fire Pits
When using a fire ring, ensure combustible materials are
cleared 5’ around the pit. All firewood must be stacked
a safe distance from the fire pit. You must have your
campsite’s 5-gallon bucket filled. Please review the Fire
Prevention and Fireguard requirements above. Also, we
all have the urge to sweep and rake the leaves around
our campsite to make it look cleaner, however, this should
never be done except around the fire rings. By doing this
you disturb “Mother Natures Work” in action. Just pick up
trash, garbage and any hazards that would cause a danger
to you or your campers. Leave natural windfall items where
they land. This will not cause you to lose points on your
site inspections, depending on what site you are in, it may
help your inspection.
Fuels
Only propane and battery operated lanterns and
appliances are allowed in camp. Liquid fuels are not
allowed at Camp Kingsley. Propane appliances may
be used only by adults. Please be careful with propane
canisters. Even if they are “empty”, they can explode when
exposed to heat. Please dispose of cylinders properly at
check-out. Butane lighters (or other fuel lighters) of any
type are not recommended and under no circumstances
are to be used by Scouts. Propane lanterns are not
allowed in tents or lean-tos – no exceptions!
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EMERGENCY PLAN
In an emergency, the final responsibility and authority
rests with the Camp Director, or in absence there will
be a designee. The Camp Director must be notified no
matter what the emergency is. There are two basic things
everyone in camp must know about emergencies.
1. How do I report an emergency?
2. How do I react to an emergency?
Our main concern is to ensure the safety of everyone
including Scouts, leaders, parents, guests and staff. There
will be an emergency drill held within the first twenty-four
hours of your arrival in camp during each session. This will
be the ONLY drill to happen during your session. Please
take this drill seriously.
REPORTING AN EMERGENCY
Emergencies should be reported to the nearest Camp
Commissioner or Staff member who will contact the camp
office. In the event of a fire, make sure that everyone is
clear of the area. If someone is lost or missing, collect the
following information about the person:
Name and Nickname
Age and Health Status
Where and why the person left (if known)
Type and description of clothing
RESPONDING TO AN EMERGENCY
In the event of an emergency, the camp has a system to
alert campers, leaders, visitors and staff. Whenever sirens
are heard, your response is always the same! “Report
immediately to the Porch in front of the Dining Hall.” Walk
quickly, but stay to the sides of the camp roads. If it is
dark or stormy, you will be instructed to enter the dining
hall and stand at your normal table(s). Regardless of the
location, everyone in your unit (campsite) should remain
standing until the camp staff accounts for your entire unit.
Unit leaders shall take a roll call to account for all Scouts
and adults in their campsite. Please do not count people
who are not present even if you know where they are. In
order for counts to be accurate, it is vital that you always
remember to sign in and out of camp at the Camp Office.
Camp Safety
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
FIRE
Report immediately to the Camp Office, Program Area
Director or Ranger the following information:
1. Location of the fire
2. The type of fire
3. The severity of the fire
4. Any injuries and what type
When the siren is sounded (continuous siren) all Scouts,
leaders, adults and visitors must report to the dining hall
where attendance will be taken by the unit leader and
reported to the Camp Director and/or Program Director.
LOST SWIMMER
The Aquatics area will be cleared immediately. The siren
will sound (5 1-second blasts). All Scouts, leaders, adults
and visitors should report immediately to the dining hall
where attendance will be taken by the unit leader and
reported to the Camp Director and/or Program Director. All
camp staff will report to the Aquatics Area.
MISSING PERSON
The missing person is reported to the Camp Office. At the
sound of the camp siren (5 1-second blasts) all Scouts,
leaders, adults and visitors should report to the dining
hall where attendance will be taken by the unit leader and
reported to the Camp Director and/or Program Director. All
camp staff will report to the dining hall to begin search.
ALL CLEAR
All clear is sounded by a STEADY BLAST of the camp
siren. Everyone may return to program areas and routine
camp programs of the day.
EXTREME HEAT
In the case of extreme heat, the Camp Director will
declare a heat alert and program activities will be adjusted
accordingly. Unit leaders, adults and Scouts should be
alert for symptoms of heat exhaustion and sunstroke.
Scouts, leaders and adults should drink plenty of liquids,
wear appropriate clothing and remain in shady areas.
LIGHTNING OR SEVERE STORMS
The Aquatics Area will be cleared immediately. All
watercraft will be returned to shore. Scouts, leaders,
and visitors should report back to their campsites unless
instructed otherwise by the Camp Administration. Unit
leaders may move their Scouts into permanent structures,
preferably the dining hall, if they deem it necessary. When
moving Scouts to permanent shelters, avoid open fields,
high trees and carrying umbrellas. Other instructions will
be issued as needed by the Camp Administration.
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NATURAL DISASTER
In the event of a natural disaster all Scouts, leaders,
parents and visitors should remain in the program area
they are in or go to the nearest program area and await
further instructions by the Camp Administration. If the
program area is affected, all persons should move to the
next closest program area or campsite and await further
instructions.
MAJOR ACCIDENT OR DEATH
In the event of a major accident or death, the Camp
Director, Camp Health Officer and Camp Ranger must
be notified immediately by sending a runner to the Camp
Office.
CHILD ABUSE
The Camp Director must be notified immediately of any
suspected incidents of child abuse.
CHEMICAL SPILL
In the event of a chemical spill or other hazardous spill, a
person should be stationed to keep Scouts and everyone
else away from the area. The Camp Office should be
notified immediately.
FIRST AID SITUATIONS
All first aid situations and emergencies must be reported to
the Camp Health Lodge and the Camp Office, regardless
of how serious or minor the incident is.
EARTHQUAKE
Exit all buildings and elevated structures quickly and
proceed to the nearest open area, field or clearing. Remain
there until the quake has passed. Be alert to falling objects
such as trees or utility poles. Once the quake has passed,
proceed to the campsite for a roll call and damage survey.
Report downed power lines and gas leaks immediately to
the Camp Ranger or Camp Director.
Living Well in Camp
TRASH SCOUT BEHAVIOR
Each campsite will have a garbage can with liner. All trash It is important that your Scouts remember they are
should be removed each night from your site to prevent members of the “Boy Scouts of America”. As Cub Scouts,
unwanted visitors during the night. Please help us keep now is the time to teach them proper outdoor manners and
our camp clean. Be sure to shut the dumpster lids after to learn to live by the “Outdoor Code.” Please don’t allow
leaving your trash. All trash must be put into the dumpster your Scouts to cut down live trees and/or plants or allow
prior to your departure from camp. them to destroy nests or other wildlife that lives in our
great Camp Kingsley. Also, teach them that when traveling
CAMPSITES around our camp, they should pick up any garbage or
trash along their travels and dispose of it properly. The
If you are staying in a tent site, after the morning dew has
general rule of Scout camping is “You leave it cleaner than
dried (usually by 9 am), all tent flaps should be rolled and
when you found it.”
tied open to allow airing out. Tents and lean-tos need to be
swept out daily in the morning and all trash picked up and
disposed of. FOLLOW THE PATHS
Teach your Scouts that “crossing/cutting” off the
LATRINES designated trail to get from one point to another in not
recommended. They should always follow the main trails
Latrines need to be swept out daily in the morning and
through camp. Also there is to be NO crossing/cutting
if necessary hosed down. Wash-stands need to be kept
through any program areas by Scouts or adults. This can
clean. Paper towels and toilet paper can be obtained from
cause a very unsafe condition and will not be allowed.
the dining hall. Please encourage our Scouts keep a clean
FENCES AND MARKING TAPES at the Waterfront
latrine area. Impress upon your Scouts how important
and Shooting Ranges are never to be crossed without
it is that they use the latrine properly. Urinating near a
permission. Scouts are never to enter buildings or
tent or lean-to is a health hazard and can make your site
program areas without camp staff supervision present. It is
unlivable.
extremely important that the above rules be explained to
your Scouts and adult partners.
SLEEPING BAGS
Sleeping bags should be folded back daily to air out. If
necessary they should be hung out to dry. All wet clothing,
towels and bathing suits should be hung on a clothesline
to the side or rear of your quarters.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS
Being clean in body and mind are part of the Scout Law
and part of Scout training. Be sure that your Scouts wash
up each morning and evening prior to going to bed. Be
sure that they change their clothing regularly and wash
their hands before coming to each meal. Hands will be
inspected prior to entering the dining hall.