https://kiakimamuseum.org/files/original/f9bce79eb28d46cc7b9a895cebb2ca9e.pdf 49eb3aba326c377541d312eaa1616803 PDF Text Text �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Table of contents Stuff to do to come to resident camp Registration process Camp address page 1 2 3 What to do when you get to resident camp Check in process Camp daily schedule page 6 7 9 When it’s time to go back to the world Check out process page 15 15 All the stuff to do while you’re at camp Wolf program activities Bear program activities Webelos program activities/first year Webelos program activities/second year page 16 16 17 18 19 Honor and Merit Pack awards page 20 Maps pages 22 &23 �Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Dear Leaders: Kia Kima is the ultimate in outdoor Scout camping in the Chickasaw Council for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts alike! Our goal is to provide a safe haven for each Scout amid a beautiful wilderness setting. These fun-filled days spent in camp will make memories that last a lifetime. This leaders’ guide was assembled and organized to help you plan a successful summer camping experience for every boy in your pack. As you can see, there is truly something for everyone. Each boy is welcome at Kia Kima, and in fact, these boys are why we are here, standing ready to help guide you in your summer camping efforts. We hope each boy in your unit gets every opportunity to attend this year’s camp. I encourage you to get fully involved in this year’s theme: “The Pirates Ship, Search for the Lost Treasure”. Come to camp equipped with costumes, projects, props and articles that show enthusiasm of true Scoutlike spirit to have a fun week with your pack. On behalf of the Chickasaw Council and the Kia Kima staff, we look forward to seeing you in June. In Scouting, Drew Armstrong Reservation Director PROLOGUE: Take a step back into yester year where the swashbuckling bands of pirates roamed the high seas. Many of these pirates travelled up the mighty Mississippi looting and hiding treasure. One such pirate, the dreaded Homer Dearmin, visited the lands we now know as Kia Kima. On one such visit Homer and his crew of men left behind a treasure chest filled with all sorts of riches. Join us on this exciting resident camp adventure as we search for the clues to Homer’s lost treasure! �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 1 Stuff to do to come to resident camp Once you have requested a Scout in the pack who has not yet campsite, it is time to start preparing registered. The balance of all camp fees is for an incredible resident camp experidue by check-in June 7, 2006. Please ence at Kia Kima. allow plenty of time for mailing or bring them with you in person. The Financial Summary form (KK5) will Camp fees The resident camp fee is assist you in figuring the amount due. $95.00. The camp fee includes a camp Detailed instructions of the registration patch and t-shirt for each Scout. Please process are included in the Registration note that we can not offer refunds for Packet. Scouts who leave camp early. A part of the fee is due with Leaders in camp each step of registration. The first payment is due with the Pack Count All units are required to have form (KK1) which allows us to plan at least two adult leaders in camp at for the size of each pack. all times. Cub Scout packs must also have a 5 to 1, boy to leader ratio for Webelos and a 3 to 1 leader ratio for Packs are required to make a deposit of $20.00 Cub Scouts . This policy is required by the Boy Scouts of America. All per Scout before March 1st. An additional $40.00 leaders must be registered members of is due before May 15th, and the remaining $35.00 the BSA, and must meet the qualifications for the leadership should be paid after arriving at resident camp. position in which they serve. The unit Packs are required to make a leader must be at least 21 years of age. payment of $20.00 per Scout by March 1, 2006. It is possible to add Scouts after this date, pending available space and permission from the Resident Camp Director. This $20.00 payment is nonrefundable, but will be used as payment toward the camp fee. The next payment is due with the second step. An additional $40.00 deposit per Scout is due with Financial Preregistration form (KK2) and is due by May 15, 2006. This deposit will also be applied to the total camp fee. It is nonrefundable unless there are extenuating circumstances. It may be transferred, however, to a different �2 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Any additional leaders must be at least 18 years of age. Leaders may rotate when necessary, but at least two adults must be with the unit 24 hours a day. Parents, committee members, and other adults who accompany the unit to camp must meet all of the above requirements. Leaders, please note, it is in the best interest of your Scouts to have consistent leadership throughout your pack’s stay at camp. Rotation of leaders can give way to situations that are not conducive to the positive influences of a stay at resident camp. The unit leader and one assistant may attend camp at no charge. Additional “leader-space” is $45.00 for the week. Each leader-space provides meals, tentage, and an official resident camp patch. The official leader count for the unit will be the number of additional leader-spaces plus the first two leaders. Units that rotate leaders during the week can fill a leader-space with more than one person staying different parts of the week. For example, one leader might stay the first night and another the second or third. In that the two leaders do not stay in camp at the same time, they use only one leaderspace and pay only $45.00. They will, however, only receive one patch for the one leader-space. Additional patches are available for the purchase from the Trading Post. The general rule is that the unit needs to pay for the maximum number of leaders staying in camp at any one time. If, however, additional leaders will be in camp for only one or two days and do not wish to pay for the entire week, they may provide their own tent and pay for meals on an individual basis. They will not receive a patch, but may purchase one from the Trading Post. Packs with a high 2006 The registration process at a (big long) glance Do this before March 1 (step 1) Pack count--The first step of the registration process is a pack count which indicates the number of Scouts from your pack attending resident camp. Complete the Pack count/Campsite Request Form (KK1) and return it, with a payment of $20 per Scout, to the Chickasaw Council service center by March 1, 2006. Do this before May 15 (step 2) Program preregistration--This step registers Scouts for their activity programs. Complete the preregistration forms (Forms KK2, KK3, and KK4-if necessary) and return them with the deposit for each Scout to the Chickasaw Council service center by May 15, 2006. Preregistration for each Scout will not be processed until the required deposit is received. T-Shirt sizes--Each registered Scout will receive a resident camp tshirt. The shirt will feature a colorful image about resident camp. The sizes are as follows: youth medium, youth large, adult small, adult medium, adult large, adult extra-large, adult XXlarge. Please indicate t-shirt size of each Scout on the Program Preregistration Form (KK3). Do this when you get to resident camp Financial Summary Form--The final payment includes the balance of the camp fee, leaders’ fees, and any financial assistance allowances. This may be paid at check-in after arriving at camp. Complete the Financial Summary Form (KK 5) and bring this--and the balance of your payment--with you to camp. This form is a summary of all financial transactions and should be the last payment in the registration process. Check-in--The registration process is completed when you check in on Wednesday after arriving at Kia Kima. In the case of an emergency, we need a copy of your pack’s roster that includes the phone number of each Scout. You may use your own format, or for your convenience the pack Roster (KK 6) is provided in the Registration Information booklet. If your unit conducted swim checks prior to camp, bring the optional Swin Check Form (KK 7) with you to camp. Do not mail these forms; have them ready at check-in. Also, when you check in at the Administration Building, we will update schedules, settle any remaining balances and complete any last paperwork. ratio of leaders to Scouts may be contacted by our Administrative staff to ensure enough tent space for everyone. Registration Our goal is to make the registration process easy and efficient for everyone. An overview of the registration steps are listed �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 3 the size of any program to ensure the safety and quality of instruction. Changes in a Scout’s schedule Resident camp address Service center address or with other registration materials can Kia Kima Scout Reservation Chickasaw Council be submitted to our Administrative 629 Kia Kima Trail 171 S. Hollywood staff by phone, fax, or email. Hardy, Arkansas 72542 Memphis, TN 38112 Operation Hours – After June Phone: 870-257-4935 901-327-4193 Fax: 870-257-4714 1, a person may be at the camp office Fax: 901-327-2010 E-mail: director@kiakima.com daily. Starting June 6, a staff member will man the phone during normal The Registration packet that accompanies this guide working hoursthroughout resident contains all the required forms and detailed camp. instructions for completing each step. Additional help, along with last minute updates and tips, can be found on our website at Correspondence www.kiakima.com. All resident camp Confirmation & changes When we receive your program registration materials from step 2, we will send you an email indicating that we have received your registration and noting if anything is missing. We will contact you if any complications arise when we review your information. This confirmation will also let you know which campsite you will be staying in for your stay at camp. Our Administration staff must take into account the needs of the entire camp in respect to camping arrangements, parking and facilities needs when making decisions about your pack. We hope to communicate this confirmation to you as early as June 1, 2006. While we try to accommodate all schedule requests, the administration reserves the right to limit correspondence and registration material should be sent to the Council Office until the end of May. Starting in June, all correspondence should be sent directly to camp. The addresses for both locations are listed above. To allow enough time to receive and process registration, do not send any money or registration materials through the Postal Service less than two weeks prior to your arrival at camp. Fax and email service is available 24 hours a day for your convenience. Medical Forms All Scouts and leaders attending camp must have a physical examination before coming to camp, and must have the proper medical form completed. Scouts and leaders must have an annual examination. The examination must be by a physician licensed to practice medicine. Youth participants and adults under the age of 40 should use the Personal Health and Medical Record—Class 3 (no. 34412). These forms are available in your Registration Packet—please make copies for your pack or pick them up at the Dunavant Scout Center. Please use the most current version of each �4 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide form. Older versions of the medical forms cannot be accepted. Each Scout and leader will have a health recheck after his arrival as part of the check-in procedure. The pack’s medical forms will be kept on file for the week with the camp’s Health Officer. They will be returned to the Cubmaster at the end of the week. Adult leaders who will be in camp for less than 72 hours are not required to have a complete physical; however, a personal examination health history (Class 1 medical form) is still required. Even if a leader is arriving late in the week all efforts should be made to have that person’s health history with the pack during check-in, so that the health officer can review the forms, even before the leader arrives. If a Scout or leader is arriving late to resident camp, and they were not able to give the health forms to the leader before camp, then they will need to give these forms to the Health Officer upon arrival in camp. Please make arrangements for physical examinations before summer camp. Any Scout or leader who does not have a completed health form— including the examination—will be restricted from all camp activities until an examination has been given. There are no provisions for an examination to be given at camp. Also, make sure that each health form has been signed by all parties in the appropriate places. Please keep a copy of each Scout’s physical for your records. Transportation & parking Each unit is responsible for the safe transportation of its members to and from camp, and to make sure that all vehicles meet national insurance 2006 requirements. Transporting Scouts or adults in the bed of a pickup truck or trailer—whether it is covered or uncovered—is against the policy of the Boy Scouts of America, as well as poor judgment. In addition, units visiting Kia Kima from other councils are responsible for attaining the appropriate tour permits. Parking is provided at the camp entrance for leaders and visitors. The main parking area is the area between the main gate and the Administration Building. Vehicles are not to be parked in the campsite during the week. Packs are encouraged to leave a trailer in the campsite in order to store gear. A locking box will provide a place to secure and safeguard gear. In addition, there are some localized parking areas provided for unit vehicles that may be more convenient for some campsites. These areas are marked on the camp map at the end of this guide. To keep traffic in camp to a minimum, only camp vehicles will be allowed. Pack vehicles will be permitted into camp during check-in and checkout for the purposes of loading and unloading of personal and pack equipment. While driving in camp, please observe the camp speed limit of 7 miles per hour. No vehicles will be allowed to operate in camp or be parked in the campsite after check-in without permission of the Resident Camp Director. �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide What to bring Other than some basic items, different people and packs will bring different items with them. A good exercise is to think about your perfect stay at camp and bring the items that you see in your mental picture. If you want to spend the afternoon fishing on the edge of the lake, don’t forget your fishing rod and tackle box. Unit equipment To help keep you from forgetting those all important items, we have a list to help you when you are packing. · · · · · · · · · · Pack flag · First aid kits Den flags · Bow saws Lanterns · Rope Extra plastic · Brooms Water hose · Lawn chairs Canteen · T-shirts Ice chest full of favorite drinks (water is the best) Camp stove and coffee pot Rank book so things can be signed off at camp Complete Scout uniform Personal equipment · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Shorts or long pants · Swim trunks Underwear · Socks Sun glasses · Hat, if desired Sweater or jacket · Camera Extra shoes or boots · Insect repellent Sun tan lotion (sunscreen) Poncho or rain gear Notebook/pencil or pen Watch (very important) Wallet (extra spending money) Washcloth and towel Sun tan lotion (sunscreen) Toilet articles (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc., no glass bottles) Flashlight with new batteries Sleeping bag or sheets & blankets Alarm clock (optional) Footlocker or suitcase or backpack 5 Tips Tip 1--A daypack (book bag) is recommended to help keep things together while hiking around camp from day to day. An extra gallon-sized ziplock bag keeps those wet swim trunks off the other dry items in the pack. Tip 2--Flip flops are good while in the shower houses; however, regular shoes should be worn to and from the shower facility. Foot injuries are serious at camp due to the high level of walking and can result in a trip home—or worse—to the hospital. Tip 3--Scouts bringing a footlocker or locking suitcase should bring an extra key and give it to the Cubmaster. That way, if one key is lost, the spare one will be stored safely. Tip 4--With the heat and humidity of June, it would be advisable to have a change of clothing for each day of the week. What not to bring Personal rifles or other firearms, ammunition, and bows are not allowed in camp; only those supplied by the Shooting Sports area are to be used. Sheath knives are not allowed at camp. Any such equipment brought to camp must be delivered to the Resident Camp Director when the pack checks in; it will be returned when the pack checks out. In addition, no pets of any kind are allowed at camp; this is policy of the Boy Scouts of America. We recommend that items such as radios, tape players, electronic games and other electronic devises not be brought to camp. Resident camp is an outdoor experience, and these items are not appropriate to that experience. Finally, alcoholic beverages of any kind are strictly prohibited at camp. �6 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 What to do when you get to resident camp Safety While we want every Scout to have a fun and exciting stay at resident camp, safety is a top priority in our program, in the campsite and around camp. Please take note of the policies and procedures to ensure a fun and safe experience. In case of accident or emergency Kia Kima has a Health Lodge that is open 24 hours a day and is manned by staff members trained in handling minor accidents and illnesses. In addition, Kia Kima has a working arrangement with physicians in Hardy for the treatment of more serious cases. If this kind of treatment is required, the Scout’s parents will be notified by telephone, and their wishes concerning treatment will be respected. If such a trip is required, we ask that one of the Scout’s leaders drive him to the hospital. This way, the Health Officer will still be in camp to treat any other potential injuries. At the health recheck, the camp reserves the right to refuse admittance to any Scout or leader who, in the opinion of the Camp Director and Health Officer, has any physical or medical problem that could present a hazard to himself or others. If a Scout or leader has any special medication, it may be kept in the Health Lodge. Fire Safety Kia Kima has a fire and emergency alarm system. This system will be explained at the leaders’ meeting on the first evening you are in camp, and a test of the system will be conducted early in the week. Some fire fighting equipment (rakes, shovels, fire buckets) is available in each campsite, or from the Quartermaster. If there is an emergency, this equipment will be used by members of the camp staff. This equipment is not to be used by Scouts; Scouts do not fight fires under any circumstances. Packs should plan to arrive at Kia Kima for resident camp between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM Wednesday afternoon. No one will be available to conduct check-in before this time. Under no circumstances shall flames of any kind be used in any tent or adirondack. If a Scout or leader plans to utilize a personal tent for lodging, they should have the tent labeled “NO Flames in Tents.” This can be stenciled on the tent or on a place card in front of the tent. Flashlights or batterypowered lanterns-which do not pose the threat of fire or asphyxiation-are the only acceptable light for use in tents. �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Liquid & LP Fuels Liquid-fueled equipment (kerosene, gasoline, white gas, etc.) is to be used only by adults. Lanterns or stoves may be used at campsites, under adult supervision. Empty propane cylinders should be taken home with the pack and not placed in fireplaces or trashcans, as they may explode when heated. The check-in process at a glance Paperwork The Cubmaster and assistant report to the Administration Building wth all the pack’s registration forms, money and medical forms. Here you will meet your pack guide, who will guide you through the rest of the check-in process. Health recheck The pack guide and assistant leader will take the pack to the Administration Building to start health rechecks, while the Cubmaster finishes the paperwork. Pack photograph After the health recheck, the pack has the opportunity to get a group photo made. Campsite and camp tour The pack guide will take you to your campsite where you can unload gear and prepare for the camp tour. There are a couple of required stops on the camp tour--the Aquatics area (for swim checks and safety procedures), and the Dining Hall (where you’ll learn how to eat...OK, just kidding!). It is also a good idea to stop by the Quartermaster to pick up any needed equipment. Supper Supper at check-in. Also, when youshould check in at the Building, we Scouts and leaders wear theAdministration complete uniform to supper. will update schedules, settle any remaining balances and complete any Vespers and leaders’ meeting Vespers will be held in the Chapel on Friday nights. The Cubmaster should attend the leaders’ meeting in the Administration Building after Vespers. Campfire Your pack will meet the resident camp staff at the opening campfire. Scouts and leaders should wear the complete Scout uniform. 7 Arriving Packs should plan to arrive at Kia Kima between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7th. No one will be available to handle early arrivals. Check-in The first thing the Cubmaster should do is report to the Administration Building with an assistant, where they will meet the camp administrative staff. At that time, the Cubmaster should have a final count of Scouts and leaders, Scout schedules, and any unpaid fees as determined on the Financial Summary form. The assistant should have the pack’s medical forms and written explanation for any boy who needs special medical treatment. A pack guide will be assigned to assist the unit through the check-in process. The guide and the assistant leader will take the unit to the Training Center for the health recheck. The assistant leader should bring the medical forms and, if swim checks were completed prior to camp, the Swim Check form. Everyone, youth and adult, must have a current health form. The recheck is to make sure that no significant changes have occurred since the physical examination was given. A buddy tag will be issued for each person with a health form. The health recheck will be going on at the same time the unit leader is registering in the Administration Building, so all members are encouraged to arrive at camp at the same time. The Cubmaster should account for any Scout or adult who will arrive late. Pack photographs Following the health recheck, the pack will have the opportunity for a photograph. A photographer will be �8 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide at camp on Wednesday afternoon for packs that would like to have a group picture. Scouts and leaders should be in their complete Scout uniforms. It is a good idea to have the pack arrive at camp dressed in complete uniform to look good for the picture. Prints will be 8x10 inches in size, and will be given to the Cubmaster at the end of the week. The pictures will cost $6.00 each, and will need to be paid for at the time they are ordered. Camp tour The pack guide will take the unit to the campsite. All personal and unit equipment will be unloaded, and vehicles returned to the parking area. The pack guide and the unit leader will take an inventory of all equipment in the campsite. If any equipment is damaged or missing (holes in tents, missing fire buckets, etc.) the pack guide will note it and report it. The pack guide will also report the number of tents in the site to ensure that each person has a place to sleep. Scouts and leaders need to prepare for the camp tour soon after arriving at the campsite. There will be time to settle in after the camp tour. Scouts that did not complete swim checks prior to camp will need to change into swim trunks for the camp tour. Remember that a shirt, and shoes with covered heel and toe, must be worn while in camp. The pack guide will take the pack on a tour of camp, pointing out camp landmarks and the various program areas. There are a couple of required stops, such as the Aquatics area, and the Dining Hall. Even if the pack has completed swim checks prior to camp, they still must visit the Aquatics area for safety procedures. It is also a good idea to stop by the Quartermaster to pick up a fireguard chart and other equipment you may need in your campsite. 2006 After the tour, the pack may return to the campsite. This is a good time to get settled and prepare for supper. The Scout uniform is required for all evening meals and campfires. Leaders’ meetings A meeting of key leaders will be held on Wednesday after supper in the Administration Building. At this meeting, members of the camp staff will give an overview of camp policies and procedures, and special program activities that will be offered during the week. Also, an opportunity will be provided to answer questions. In addition, leaders’ meetings will be held each morning after breakfast. At this meeting, Cubmasters will get the opportunity to ask questions, and get updates on any special events going on in camp. The daily newsletter will be distributed at this meeting. Quartermaster In addition to what is in the campsite, the camp provides equipment through the camp Quartermaster. The Quartermaster is located beside the Trading Post. Items such as brooms, water hoses, cleaning agents, tools and American flags are available for checkout. These items must be returned-clean and in good condition-before the pack checks out. Packs are welcome to bring their own items (as listed above) from home. �2006 Tentage Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Since the uniform is worn so much, here are a few tips to help it stay fresh longer: • Don’t wear it at times when it does not have to be worn; change clothes after supper to avoid getting it dirty. • Bring a hanger for the shirt and keep the neckerchief and slide (if worn) in the same place each time so they won’t get lost. • It would be a good idea to have several pairs of Scout socks to avoid wearing the same pair all week. Generally speaking, all packs will be housed in standard two-person wall tents. These tents have wooden floors with steel beds and vinyl covered mattresses. If your pack wants to bring its own tentage to camp, this is permitted. Two-deep leadership rules still apply and adults cannot stay in tents with Scouts. The only possible exception is when a parent stays in the tent with their son. If your pack chooses to bring a portion of its own tents, please be sure that you communicate this to the resident Camp Director, as space for these tents can become a consideration. If a Scout or leader Dining Hall plans to utilize their own tents for lodging, With everyone visiting three times they should have the tent labeled “NO a day, the dining hall is the most popular Flames In Tents.” This can be stenciled on place in camp. Before each meal, packs line the tent or on a place card in front of the up in formation on the parade ground tent. Daily Schedule Each day follows the same schedule shown at the right. The schedule for Wednesday and Saturday may vary for check-in and check-out. On Wednesday and Friday the evening activity is a campwide campfire in the campfire arena starting at 8:15 p.m. Everyone in camp is expected to attend and wear his or her Scout uniform. There are a variety of activities available to choose from on the remaining evenings. Uniform The official Cub Scout summer field uniform is recommended for wear by both youth and adults while in camp. This uniform-commonly referred to as Class A uniform-is to be worn to supper each evening and to campwide activities such as campfires and Vespers. The Class B uniform consists of Scout shorts and a Scouting t-shirt and may be worn at all other times during camp. Resident camp daily schedule 6:55 7:00 7:10 7:20 7:30 8:00-8:50 9:00 -9:50 10:00-10:50 11:00-11:50 12:10 12:20 12:30 1:00-1:50 2:00-2:50 3:00-3:50 4:00-4:50 5:15 5:30 5:45 After Supper 10:00 First Call Reveille Waiter’s Call Assembly Breakfast Campsite Cleanup First Session Second Session Third Session Waiter’s Call Assembly Lunch Rest Period Fourth Session Fifth Session Sixth Session Waiter’s Call Assembly Supper Evening Activities Tapps 9 �Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 10 outside of the dining hall. The Officer of the Day, from the staff, will take roll call of the packs, lead grace, and at the morning and evening meals, lead the flag ceremony. Scouts and leaders should wear their complete Scout uniform to supper to retire the colors. After the meal, the Officer of the Day usually has some important announcements for the camp. We ask that all Scouts remain in the dining hall until dismissed by the staff. The waiter system is used in the dining hall for setting the tables and cleaning up after meals. It is important to stop at the dining hall during the camp tour for a demonstration of how the waiter system works. Some people have special dietary needs. We will work the best we can in accommodating these needs with the food that we have available. Dietary supplements should be brought from home for specific dietary requirements. 2006 Dangerous Wildlife Kia Kima is a Wilderness Setting. While visiting the outof-doors, it is common to encounter various forms of wildlife. Dangerous wildlife at Kia Kima could include, venomous snakes, spiders, ticks, etc. Bites from these animals are extremely rare but precautions should be taken. We will list a few tips to keep you comfortable at camp. Commissioner Staff After your pack guide finishes helping you check in, you probably won’t see him in your campsite again until you check out on Saturday. That is okay because we have a staff member with the full-time job of taking care of your needs during the week. That staff member is your Commissioner. The Commissioner staff will stop by the campsites each day to visit and will make sure you have all the supplies and equipment that you need. If there is something broken or missing in your site, they will work to see that it is fixed or replaced. You can also meet with your Commissioner at the morning leaders’ meeting. In addition, Commissioners are knowledgeable about the program and can answer questions or help you plan pack activities. A FEW HELPFUL TIPS FOR A COMFORTABLE AND SAFE CAMPING EXPERIENCE ♦ Wear closed-toed shoes ♦ Use insect repellents containing DEET or Permethrin ♦ Carry flashlights when walking at night ♦ Shake out clothing and shoes before wearing them ♦ Keep food out of tents ♦ Check for tick bites daily �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Shower Schedule Showers are available at the central showerhouse. The central showers accomodate adult males, females and youth. In order to adhere to youth protection policies, adults are not allowed to take showers with you under any circumstances. Dedicated showers for female Scouters are located at the central shower facility. Some campsites have built-in cold showers. Vespers & chaplain Vespers is a short fellowship service held on Friday evening. Vespers is held in the Chapel, located above the campfire arena. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Members of the Commissioner staff will conduct Vespers services, with assistance from visiting clergy. In addition, they can provide assistance with homesick Scouts. Scouts and units may volunteer to assist with Vespers during the week. Scouts who are working on a religious award are especially encouraged to do so. Wolf, Bear & Webelos Please realize that the age and rank of each Scout in your pack needs to be carefully examined before registering for programs. Take a close look at the Program Preregistration form and be sure to register your Scouts for the correct program for resident camp. In other words, think now as if you are in June, 2006 already. Your current Tiger Cubs will now become Wolves. Wolves become Bears and so forth. 11 of: Aquanaut, Artist, Craftsman, Naturalist, Geologist, Forester, Readyman, Scientist, Sportsman, and the Conservation Award. Looking ahead to 2007 In 2007, Webelos will be able to pass off requirements that include all or part of: Aquanaut, Forester, Geologist, Outdoorsman, Naturalist, Readyman, and the World Conservation Award. Try to plan your year-round program around what a Scout might be able to earn apart from camp, so that he can receive his Arrow of Light. Campfires Campfires bring out the spirit and fun of camp. We have two campfires planned for resident camp. Wednesday night will feature a grand opening campfire. It will kick off the week with an exciting beginning. Songs, cheers, stunts, and the chance to meet the whole staff will be just a few of the treats in store. On Friday night, we will have our closing campfire. Awards and many neat activities are also planned for this campfire. Visitors are encouraged to attend these campfires. All campfires start at 8:30 p.m., and should conclude around 9:15 p.m. Any visitors in camp should plan to depart after the campfire show has ended. Packs that wish to do a skit for this special closing campfire are encouraged to do so. The number of skits will be limited, due to the campfire length, therefore, check with the Program Director when you arrive at camp. Skits or stunts that throw water or that do not follow the good spirit of Scouting will not be used. Packs should practice their skits during their week of camp, so plan early. Fishing Permits Fishing is a popular activity with many Scouts. Anyone wishing to fish during the week will need to obtain a Fishing Permit. Permits will be issued at the beginning of the week following a fishing orientation and safety session. Advancement at camp The fishing program at Kia Kima is strictly a Scouts are reminded to bring their rank book catch-and-release program. These specially designed (Wolf, Bear, or Webelos Handbooks). They will fishing licenses are not Wildlife fishing licenses and participate in several activities that can be passed are in no way connected with fishing activities apart off while in camp. In 2006, our Webelos will be from Kia Kima. able to pass off requirements that include all or part �12 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Trading Post The Trading Post-located in the middle of camp-stocks a variety of items, such as camp memorabilia (patches, mugs, t-shirts, etc.), program supplies and concession items. The Trading Post is open during the day and evening, except at meals and during campwide activities. It is a popular place for Scouts and leaders to get a snack and relax. Visa and MasterCard are accepted; however, ATM and debit cards are not. Lost & found A central lost and found area is located at the Trading Post. If you lose something during the week, check with the Trading Post staff to see if it has been turned in. In addition, the Aquatics area has a small lost and found area. At the end of resident camp, all lost and found items will be boxed and stored. After camp closes for the summer, lost and found items Postal mail will be kept until November 1. To make it easier to Scouts may receive mail at camp. Please send recover lost items, Scouts should clearly mark their mail addressed as follows: personal possessions with their name and pack number. Scout’s Name and Pack Number Address of camp Telephone Please be sure to include the Scout’s pack number on all mail; this will make it much easier to route the mail to the proper recipient. Also include a return address on all mail in case a letter arrives at camp after the Scout has left. Mail service is dependable, but it is recommended that mail not be sent to camp later than the day the pack checks into camp. For such a short session as resident camp, it is recommended that parents mail their letters before the Scout arrives. A letter or postcard can take from two to four days to reach camp. Any letters or packages that contain currency or valuables should be insured. A telephone is located outside the Administration Building. It is the only telephone available for Scout use. We discourage the continued use of the telephone by Scouts. Not only does it take him away from the camp program, it runs up his parents’ phone bill. Should someone at camp need to be contacted, the telephone number is 870-257-4935. This telephone is located in the camp office and is manned from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., with the exception of lunch. There may be a staff member in the office in the evening or at other times as well. Please note, however, that this is the camp’s business Electronic mail phone and parents will not be able to talk to their Scouts may also receive e-mail while at children. The staff member will take a message and deliver it at the next meal. Emergency messages, of camp. All e-mail will be printed and delivered to the pack mailboxes with regular mail and messages. course, will be delivered as soon as possible. �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide E-mail should be addressed as below with the “#” symbol replaced with the actual pack number. The Scout’s name should be in the subject line. To: Pack# Subject: Scout’s Name Please do not send forwarded messages, attachments, Internet sites, or multimedia or excessively large e-mail messages. These messages are filtered and will not be delivered. E-mail is a service provided for parents and friends to send messages to people during their stay at camp. This service is not intended for business use nor is it guaranteed delivery or privacy. The official Internet site for resident camp and for Kia Kima Scout Reservation provides the latest updates about preparing for camp. This is an excellent resource for parents, leaders and Scouts. www.kiakima.com Leaders will find information about summer camp, registration and last-minute updates. It is also a convenient way to submit last-minute schedule changes before coming to camp. Parents can find pictures from the week while their Scout is at camp. They will also be able to find out how to send mail or e-mail to their son during the week. Scouts can find a list of what to bring to camp and helpful hints; after camp, they can see the pictures of their week at camp. 13 Visitors Visitors should plan to arrive at Kia Kima in accordance with the daily schedule of activities. Arriving after activities have started may cause visitors to wander around camp for hours before connecting with their party. Scouts will be involved in sessions until 5:00 p.m. daily and will need time to take a shower and change clothes before the evening meal. The evening pack activities in camp will last until approximately 9:30 p.m., so visitors should plan to leave shortly after that so Scouts and leaders can get a good night’s sleep. Vehicles should be parked in the camp parking lot, but not driven into camp. Visitors should park, check in at the Administration Building, and then walk to the campsite area. Please note that the camp-wide speed limit is 7 mph. If desired, visitors may eat in the dining hall. Visitors may purchase tickets for their meal from the administration Building as they enter camp. The meal price is reasonable and the meals are served on a regular schedule. Seating space can be a concern for visitors as packs have assigned seating, so visitors should be prepared to be at the back of the line, and expect to sit in an area apart from the pack as space allows. In addition, they should notify their Scout’s Cubmaster, who will make arrangements with the dining hall manager. Visitors at any time should check in at the Administration Building. There are no facilities at Kia Kima to allow visitors to stay overnight. �14 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Camp rules & hints • • • • • • • • • • • No riding in the back of trucks. All Scouts riding in a vehicle should have a seat belt and be fastened in. Throwing things at camp, like rocks and sticks, is not permitted, especially around the lake area and along the creek banks in camp. Running in camp should be limited to the open fields and play areas. Kia Kima does not have many flat or level areas on which to run. Roadways and paths are not designed for running. No open-toed shoes like flip flops or sandals except in the shower facility. Bare feet are limited to three places: behind the fenced-in area at the waterfront, in the shower, and in the bed. At all other times, you should have your shoes on. The buddy system means two or more Scouts go everywhere in camp together. Cubs and Webelos should be aware of where their buddy is at all times. Scouts should not be sent to the campsite alone, or on any trip out of a leader’s view without a buddy or a leader. Camp is a big place and Scouts often get turned around while walking a common trail, even if they have traveled that way many times before. Any campfire started in the campsite should be completely extinguished before leaving the site for any reason. Unattended fires in camp can be very dangerous. Try to keep knife use to a minimum. Open knives in crowded areas and walking with an open knife pose great dangers. Individuals who have knives should be considerate of others and use those knives safely. Please do not cut live trees, no matter how big or small they are. Walking sticks are sold in the camp Trading Post, or may be made from limbs or trees that are already dead and down. Please do not disfigure the trees, bushes, or shrubs. If you dig holes for any reason, please fill them up when you are finished. Leaving open holes in activity fields and campsite areas poses a tripping hazard. • • Please do not hang wet clothes inside your tent. Also, do not attach clotheslines to the tent, as these put stress on the tent and can cause it to fall down. Clotheslines in campsites should be hung with colored or white cord and as high off the ground as possible to avoid Scouts or leaders walking into them. Please remove any clotheslines that you hang up before leaving camp. �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 15 When it’s time to go back to the world Coming and going The safety and security of every Scout is of paramount concern to all leaders and staff. To enhance our security efforts we will require that parents, leaders, or Scouts who are checking into camp over the course of the week to register at the Administration Building. Scouts who are leaving camp early will need to check out at the Administration Building with our staff, while being accompanied by an adult from the pack to authorize the departure. There will be a security guard posted at the front gate each evening. Troop leaders should encourage all guests and visitors to depart by 9:30 p.m. If there are particular concerns of an individual Scout’s well being and protection, the Cubmaster should contact the Resident Camp Director. Check-out The checkout procedure will begin on Saturday, and should be completed before 10:30 a.m. Any unit with special checkout considerations should make plans through the Program Director or the Resident Camp Director. Activity records and health forms will be given to each unit at the Saturday breakfast assembly. After breakfast, the pack will return, with the pack guide, to the campsite to pack their gear and clean up the site. Vehicles will be allowed in camp to load personal and unit equipment. The pack guide and Cubmaster will conduct another inventory to make sure that no equipment has been misplaced or damaged during the week. Borrowed equipment will be returned to the Quartermaster, and the pack guide will inspect the site to be certain that it is clean. The cost of any damaged property or equipment will be charged to the pack. The Cubmaster should stop by the Administration Building on the way out of camp. The check-out process at a glance Paperwork The pack will receive a packet at breakfast containing health forms and program materials. Review this before you leave to make sure that it is all correct, and that it all belongs to your pack. Campsite Return to the campsite with your pack guide. Pack up all your gear and clean up the site one last time. Remember that other units will be using this site in future weeks. Trash Bag up all trash and take it to the edge of the road to be picked up. Quartermaster Return any borrowed equipment before you leave camp. Administration Building Before leaving camp, stop by the Administration Building to take care of any last-minute paperwork, settle any debts, and take care of any other business. �16 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 All the stuff to do while you’re at camp Wolf program activities Achievements 1h 5a,b,c,d,e 10b 10c Swim as far as you can walk in fifteen steps Tools for fixing and building Take a nature walk in the woods or visit the Scout Museum with your parent Attend a live program with your parent at the OA Arena Electives 11c 14b 14d 18f 18g 19d 20b 20c Learn the words of three Cub Scout songs at meals or during the OA program Learn what to do when you meet strange animals Understand what it means for an animal to have rabies Take part in two summertime pack events (Resident Camp counts as one event) Learn to identify poisonous plants and what to do if you touch them Know the rules of safe fishing Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics Area Reviewed archery safety rules at the Archery Range Cub Scout Conservation Award (found on page 216 of the Wolf Book) Wolf program areas Nature Area-Reptiles and animals; plants and nature hike Handicrafts-Crafts designed for Lost World Archery Range/Rifle Range-Shoot arrows and BB guns Waterfront-Swimming and boating Rappelling Tower-Climb the new Cub portion of the tower Fishing-Learn the rules, get a permit, and then catch some fish Also-Learn about tools for fixing and building and making it yourself �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 17 Bear program activities Achievements 5d 10a 11b 11e 12 b 12d 20a 22a,b,c,d Visit the Nature Center If you are a Resident Camper with a parent then you achieved this Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics Area Got a physical examination prior to Resident Camp Went on a nature hike while with a family member Attend the outdoor program at the OA Arena Show how to use and take care of tools Tying it all up Electives 2a 2e 5e 5f 9a 19c 19d 20a Learn how to read a thermometer Learn how to identify three types of clouds Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics area If you rowed in a boat with an adult at camp Make an art craft while at camp Rest by floating in the water on your back for at least one minute Tell what the buddy system means and the basic rules of safe swimming and simple rescue Review archery safety rules at the Archery Range World Conservation Award (found on page 256 of the Bear Book) Wolf program areas Scoutcraft—Learn about tying knots so you can be “Tying it all up” Handicrafts—Crafts designed for Lost World Archery Range/Rifle Range—Shoot arrows and BB guns Rappelling Tower—Climb the new Cub portion of the tower and play games Waterfront—Swimming and boating Nature Area—Weather Also—Learn about building things with wood with our “Sawdust and Nails” Program �18 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Webelos program activities First year Webelos program Aquanaut Get ready to get wet! Whether jumping into water over your head, learning to float, or getting the chance to cool off on a hot summer day, you’ll love being an Aquanaut. A Lifeguard BSA-trained staff will keep you safe and help you learn more about swimming. Conservation Award Each first-year Webelo will be able to participate in an exciting conservation project. Oftentimes the camp has a project like building a siltation dam, clearing out a drainage ditch, cleaning up along a roadside or planting grass in areas that need attention. This will be considered a suitable project to help a Scout earn the World Conservation Award. Naturalist If you like watching wildlife, then Kia Kima is the place for you. You will get the chance to study creatures and plants in the wild and see much of the camp at the same time. Readyman Showing off your knowledge of first aid skills is what Readyman is all about. Learn how to help a person who needs medical attention. A Webelos Scout can expect to be prepared for lots of emergency situations, and after a trip to the Kia Kima Health Lodge, he’ll be more ready to help. Forester Identifying trees and uses for wood products is a part of the fun that of being a forester. Hiking along the the trails of camp and learning new things about forestry, trees, and how we conserve our resources. �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 19 Webelos program activities Second year Webelos program Aquanaut Get ready to get wet! Whether jumping into water over your head, learning to float, or getting the chance to cool off on a hot summer day, you’ll love being an Aquanaut. A Lifeguard BSA-trained staff will keep you safe and help you learn more about swimming. Artist Calling all those who like to make things! Artist covers a wide variety of things from crayon to finger-paint, and we will help you find your favorites and create a masterpiece. Using your ideas and creative thoughts, your projects may go way outside the lines, so get ready for this unique blend of beautiful creation and dirty hands! Craftsman Using tools and getting your hands into a project makes you a Craftsman. Learn to build several projects from raw materials and use lots of hand tools. It’s every handyman’s dream—“Tons of Tools!” Geologist Rocks and minerals and how the earth is put together makes this activity exciting and sometimes surprising. Sportsman Develop your skills in the sports world. Learning the rules, showing good sportsmanship, and doing your best is what Sportsman has to offer. Kia Kima will not only help you develop your skills, but challenge them as well. �Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 20 2006 Honor and Merit Pack awards The Honor Pack and Merit Pack awards recognize packs that participate fully in the camp program, follow camp rules and demonstrate the true spirit of Scouting. Merit Pack award Complete nine of the following 10 requirements: † The unit completes all registration materials by the proper deadlines, including completed forms and payments. Administration’s signature______________________ † The unit has 50% of its active membership at camp. Administration’s signature______________________ † Two-deep leadership—provided completely by the pack—is present in camp at all times. † The pack should have a clean table in the Dinning Hall. Each pack should clean up after each meal and prevent messes during meals. Dining Hall Director’s signature________________ † The pack should have a clean campsite and show an increase in daily inspection score by the end of the week. Commissioner’s signature______________________ ‰ The unit participates in activities, follows all camp rules, and has a general attitude conducive to a Scout camp, continuing with the tradition of Scout spirit that is everpresent in the program. Program Director’s signature___________________ Honor Pack award In addition to completing all 10 requirements in the Merit Pack section, a pack must complete two of the following three requirements to be an Honor † The unit maintains a minimum ratio of one Pack: leader for every five Scouts. Commissioner’s signature______________________ † The unit has at least one adult attend the preresident camp orientation meeting in March. † Scouts attending camp participate in the (It should be the Cubmaster—if he or she scheduled activities (daily sessions, free cannot attend, an assistant leader or swims, and other activities during the camp). committee member may fill in). Commissioner’s signature______________________ Commissioner’s signature______________________ Administration’s signature______________________ † The Cubmaster or the in-camp designated leader attends the leaders’ meetings after breakfast. The leader also attends the Wednesday afternoon leaders’ orientation meeting. † The unit performs a conservation or camp improvement project while at resident camp. This project must be approved beforehand, and checked upon completion by the Nature Director or Camp Ranger. Program Director’s signature___________________ Nature Director/Camp Ranger’s signature__________ † The Scouts and leaders in the pack attend evening meals and campfires in complete Scout uniform. † The pack plans one pack or campsite activity. The activity must foster a sense of Scouting friendship between at least two packs. Program Director’s signature___________________ Commissioner’s signature______________________ �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 21 Stuff you can do in the (almost) dark There is plenty for packs—and individual Scouts—to do at resident camp in the hours between Vespers and Taps. Some activities have been scheduled by the resident camp staff, and are open to all Scouts and leaders. Others may be done by the pack as a whole. See your Commissioner for more details. If you want to go beyond the confines of the established camp, several hiking trails are available. Be sure two adult leaders in the pack go with you, using the buddy system. Hike in groups of at least three Scouts and leaders. And if you’d just as soon be all wet, the Aquatics area offers free boating (and an occasional free swim). Check with the Aquatics staff to find out the requirements for taking out a boat, or talk to your Commissioner. Other activities such as BB shoots, climbing, games, and crafts may be available as well. Information about special activities will be distributed at leaders’ meeting, or again, ask your Commissioner. �22 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 How to get to Camp Kia Kima �2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Kia Kima Scout Reservation 23 �Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Notes Use this space for all those last-minute reminders you’ll neet to make yourself. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Kia Kima Leaders Guides Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Chickasaw Council, BSA Description An account of the resource The Kia Kima Leaders Guide is published annually with information regarding the camp facilities, program, and registration. This collection of Leaders Guides begins in 1918, the third camping season of Kia Kima. Text A resource consisting primarily of words for reading. Examples include books, letters, dissertations, poems, newspapers, articles, archives of mailing lists. Note that facsimiles or images of texts are still of the genre Text. Text Any textual data included in the document 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Table of contents Stuff to do to come to resident camp Registration process Camp address page 1 2 3 What to do when you get to resident camp Check in process Camp daily schedule page 6 7 9 When it’s time to go back to the world Check out process page 15 15 All the stuff to do while you’re at camp Wolf program activities Bear program activities Webelos program activities/first year Webelos program activities/second year page 16 16 17 18 19 Honor and Merit Pack awards page 20 Maps pages 22 &23 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Dear Leaders: Kia Kima is the ultimate in outdoor Scout camping in the Chickasaw Council for Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts alike! Our goal is to provide a safe haven for each Scout amid a beautiful wilderness setting. These fun-filled days spent in camp will make memories that last a lifetime. This leaders’ guide was assembled and organized to help you plan a successful summer camping experience for every boy in your pack. As you can see, there is truly something for everyone. Each boy is welcome at Kia Kima, and in fact, these boys are why we are here, standing ready to help guide you in your summer camping efforts. We hope each boy in your unit gets every opportunity to attend this year’s camp. I encourage you to get fully involved in this year’s theme: “The Pirates Ship, Search for the Lost Treasure”. Come to camp equipped with costumes, projects, props and articles that show enthusiasm of true Scoutlike spirit to have a fun week with your pack. On behalf of the Chickasaw Council and the Kia Kima staff, we look forward to seeing you in June. In Scouting, Drew Armstrong Reservation Director PROLOGUE: Take a step back into yester year where the swashbuckling bands of pirates roamed the high seas. Many of these pirates travelled up the mighty Mississippi looting and hiding treasure. One such pirate, the dreaded Homer Dearmin, visited the lands we now know as Kia Kima. On one such visit Homer and his crew of men left behind a treasure chest filled with all sorts of riches. Join us on this exciting resident camp adventure as we search for the clues to Homer’s lost treasure! 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 1 Stuff to do to come to resident camp Once you have requested a Scout in the pack who has not yet campsite, it is time to start preparing registered. The balance of all camp fees is for an incredible resident camp experidue by check-in June 7, 2006. Please ence at Kia Kima. allow plenty of time for mailing or bring them with you in person. The Financial Summary form (KK5) will Camp fees The resident camp fee is assist you in figuring the amount due. $95.00. The camp fee includes a camp Detailed instructions of the registration patch and t-shirt for each Scout. Please process are included in the Registration note that we can not offer refunds for Packet. Scouts who leave camp early. A part of the fee is due with Leaders in camp each step of registration. The first payment is due with the Pack Count All units are required to have form (KK1) which allows us to plan at least two adult leaders in camp at for the size of each pack. all times. Cub Scout packs must also have a 5 to 1, boy to leader ratio for Webelos and a 3 to 1 leader ratio for Packs are required to make a deposit of $20.00 Cub Scouts . This policy is required by the Boy Scouts of America. All per Scout before March 1st. An additional $40.00 leaders must be registered members of is due before May 15th, and the remaining $35.00 the BSA, and must meet the qualifications for the leadership should be paid after arriving at resident camp. position in which they serve. The unit Packs are required to make a leader must be at least 21 years of age. payment of $20.00 per Scout by March 1, 2006. It is possible to add Scouts after this date, pending available space and permission from the Resident Camp Director. This $20.00 payment is nonrefundable, but will be used as payment toward the camp fee. The next payment is due with the second step. An additional $40.00 deposit per Scout is due with Financial Preregistration form (KK2) and is due by May 15, 2006. This deposit will also be applied to the total camp fee. It is nonrefundable unless there are extenuating circumstances. It may be transferred, however, to a different 2 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Any additional leaders must be at least 18 years of age. Leaders may rotate when necessary, but at least two adults must be with the unit 24 hours a day. Parents, committee members, and other adults who accompany the unit to camp must meet all of the above requirements. Leaders, please note, it is in the best interest of your Scouts to have consistent leadership throughout your pack’s stay at camp. Rotation of leaders can give way to situations that are not conducive to the positive influences of a stay at resident camp. The unit leader and one assistant may attend camp at no charge. Additional “leader-space” is $45.00 for the week. Each leader-space provides meals, tentage, and an official resident camp patch. The official leader count for the unit will be the number of additional leader-spaces plus the first two leaders. Units that rotate leaders during the week can fill a leader-space with more than one person staying different parts of the week. For example, one leader might stay the first night and another the second or third. In that the two leaders do not stay in camp at the same time, they use only one leaderspace and pay only $45.00. They will, however, only receive one patch for the one leader-space. Additional patches are available for the purchase from the Trading Post. The general rule is that the unit needs to pay for the maximum number of leaders staying in camp at any one time. If, however, additional leaders will be in camp for only one or two days and do not wish to pay for the entire week, they may provide their own tent and pay for meals on an individual basis. They will not receive a patch, but may purchase one from the Trading Post. Packs with a high 2006 The registration process at a (big long) glance Do this before March 1 (step 1) Pack count--The first step of the registration process is a pack count which indicates the number of Scouts from your pack attending resident camp. Complete the Pack count/Campsite Request Form (KK1) and return it, with a payment of $20 per Scout, to the Chickasaw Council service center by March 1, 2006. Do this before May 15 (step 2) Program preregistration--This step registers Scouts for their activity programs. Complete the preregistration forms (Forms KK2, KK3, and KK4-if necessary) and return them with the deposit for each Scout to the Chickasaw Council service center by May 15, 2006. Preregistration for each Scout will not be processed until the required deposit is received. T-Shirt sizes--Each registered Scout will receive a resident camp tshirt. The shirt will feature a colorful image about resident camp. The sizes are as follows: youth medium, youth large, adult small, adult medium, adult large, adult extra-large, adult XXlarge. Please indicate t-shirt size of each Scout on the Program Preregistration Form (KK3). Do this when you get to resident camp Financial Summary Form--The final payment includes the balance of the camp fee, leaders’ fees, and any financial assistance allowances. This may be paid at check-in after arriving at camp. Complete the Financial Summary Form (KK 5) and bring this--and the balance of your payment--with you to camp. This form is a summary of all financial transactions and should be the last payment in the registration process. Check-in--The registration process is completed when you check in on Wednesday after arriving at Kia Kima. In the case of an emergency, we need a copy of your pack’s roster that includes the phone number of each Scout. You may use your own format, or for your convenience the pack Roster (KK 6) is provided in the Registration Information booklet. If your unit conducted swim checks prior to camp, bring the optional Swin Check Form (KK 7) with you to camp. Do not mail these forms; have them ready at check-in. Also, when you check in at the Administration Building, we will update schedules, settle any remaining balances and complete any last paperwork. ratio of leaders to Scouts may be contacted by our Administrative staff to ensure enough tent space for everyone. Registration Our goal is to make the registration process easy and efficient for everyone. An overview of the registration steps are listed 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 3 the size of any program to ensure the safety and quality of instruction. Changes in a Scout’s schedule Resident camp address Service center address or with other registration materials can Kia Kima Scout Reservation Chickasaw Council be submitted to our Administrative 629 Kia Kima Trail 171 S. Hollywood staff by phone, fax, or email. Hardy, Arkansas 72542 Memphis, TN 38112 Operation Hours – After June Phone: 870-257-4935 901-327-4193 Fax: 870-257-4714 1, a person may be at the camp office Fax: 901-327-2010 E-mail: director@kiakima.com daily. Starting June 6, a staff member will man the phone during normal The Registration packet that accompanies this guide working hoursthroughout resident contains all the required forms and detailed camp. instructions for completing each step. Additional help, along with last minute updates and tips, can be found on our website at Correspondence www.kiakima.com. All resident camp Confirmation & changes When we receive your program registration materials from step 2, we will send you an email indicating that we have received your registration and noting if anything is missing. We will contact you if any complications arise when we review your information. This confirmation will also let you know which campsite you will be staying in for your stay at camp. Our Administration staff must take into account the needs of the entire camp in respect to camping arrangements, parking and facilities needs when making decisions about your pack. We hope to communicate this confirmation to you as early as June 1, 2006. While we try to accommodate all schedule requests, the administration reserves the right to limit correspondence and registration material should be sent to the Council Office until the end of May. Starting in June, all correspondence should be sent directly to camp. The addresses for both locations are listed above. To allow enough time to receive and process registration, do not send any money or registration materials through the Postal Service less than two weeks prior to your arrival at camp. Fax and email service is available 24 hours a day for your convenience. Medical Forms All Scouts and leaders attending camp must have a physical examination before coming to camp, and must have the proper medical form completed. Scouts and leaders must have an annual examination. The examination must be by a physician licensed to practice medicine. Youth participants and adults under the age of 40 should use the Personal Health and Medical Record—Class 3 (no. 34412). These forms are available in your Registration Packet—please make copies for your pack or pick them up at the Dunavant Scout Center. Please use the most current version of each 4 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide form. Older versions of the medical forms cannot be accepted. Each Scout and leader will have a health recheck after his arrival as part of the check-in procedure. The pack’s medical forms will be kept on file for the week with the camp’s Health Officer. They will be returned to the Cubmaster at the end of the week. Adult leaders who will be in camp for less than 72 hours are not required to have a complete physical; however, a personal examination health history (Class 1 medical form) is still required. Even if a leader is arriving late in the week all efforts should be made to have that person’s health history with the pack during check-in, so that the health officer can review the forms, even before the leader arrives. If a Scout or leader is arriving late to resident camp, and they were not able to give the health forms to the leader before camp, then they will need to give these forms to the Health Officer upon arrival in camp. Please make arrangements for physical examinations before summer camp. Any Scout or leader who does not have a completed health form— including the examination—will be restricted from all camp activities until an examination has been given. There are no provisions for an examination to be given at camp. Also, make sure that each health form has been signed by all parties in the appropriate places. Please keep a copy of each Scout’s physical for your records. Transportation & parking Each unit is responsible for the safe transportation of its members to and from camp, and to make sure that all vehicles meet national insurance 2006 requirements. Transporting Scouts or adults in the bed of a pickup truck or trailer—whether it is covered or uncovered—is against the policy of the Boy Scouts of America, as well as poor judgment. In addition, units visiting Kia Kima from other councils are responsible for attaining the appropriate tour permits. Parking is provided at the camp entrance for leaders and visitors. The main parking area is the area between the main gate and the Administration Building. Vehicles are not to be parked in the campsite during the week. Packs are encouraged to leave a trailer in the campsite in order to store gear. A locking box will provide a place to secure and safeguard gear. In addition, there are some localized parking areas provided for unit vehicles that may be more convenient for some campsites. These areas are marked on the camp map at the end of this guide. To keep traffic in camp to a minimum, only camp vehicles will be allowed. Pack vehicles will be permitted into camp during check-in and checkout for the purposes of loading and unloading of personal and pack equipment. While driving in camp, please observe the camp speed limit of 7 miles per hour. No vehicles will be allowed to operate in camp or be parked in the campsite after check-in without permission of the Resident Camp Director. 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide What to bring Other than some basic items, different people and packs will bring different items with them. A good exercise is to think about your perfect stay at camp and bring the items that you see in your mental picture. If you want to spend the afternoon fishing on the edge of the lake, don’t forget your fishing rod and tackle box. Unit equipment To help keep you from forgetting those all important items, we have a list to help you when you are packing. · · · · · · · · · · Pack flag · First aid kits Den flags · Bow saws Lanterns · Rope Extra plastic · Brooms Water hose · Lawn chairs Canteen · T-shirts Ice chest full of favorite drinks (water is the best) Camp stove and coffee pot Rank book so things can be signed off at camp Complete Scout uniform Personal equipment · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · Shorts or long pants · Swim trunks Underwear · Socks Sun glasses · Hat, if desired Sweater or jacket · Camera Extra shoes or boots · Insect repellent Sun tan lotion (sunscreen) Poncho or rain gear Notebook/pencil or pen Watch (very important) Wallet (extra spending money) Washcloth and towel Sun tan lotion (sunscreen) Toilet articles (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, etc., no glass bottles) Flashlight with new batteries Sleeping bag or sheets & blankets Alarm clock (optional) Footlocker or suitcase or backpack 5 Tips Tip 1--A daypack (book bag) is recommended to help keep things together while hiking around camp from day to day. An extra gallon-sized ziplock bag keeps those wet swim trunks off the other dry items in the pack. Tip 2--Flip flops are good while in the shower houses; however, regular shoes should be worn to and from the shower facility. Foot injuries are serious at camp due to the high level of walking and can result in a trip home—or worse—to the hospital. Tip 3--Scouts bringing a footlocker or locking suitcase should bring an extra key and give it to the Cubmaster. That way, if one key is lost, the spare one will be stored safely. Tip 4--With the heat and humidity of June, it would be advisable to have a change of clothing for each day of the week. What not to bring Personal rifles or other firearms, ammunition, and bows are not allowed in camp; only those supplied by the Shooting Sports area are to be used. Sheath knives are not allowed at camp. Any such equipment brought to camp must be delivered to the Resident Camp Director when the pack checks in; it will be returned when the pack checks out. In addition, no pets of any kind are allowed at camp; this is policy of the Boy Scouts of America. We recommend that items such as radios, tape players, electronic games and other electronic devises not be brought to camp. Resident camp is an outdoor experience, and these items are not appropriate to that experience. Finally, alcoholic beverages of any kind are strictly prohibited at camp. 6 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 What to do when you get to resident camp Safety While we want every Scout to have a fun and exciting stay at resident camp, safety is a top priority in our program, in the campsite and around camp. Please take note of the policies and procedures to ensure a fun and safe experience. In case of accident or emergency Kia Kima has a Health Lodge that is open 24 hours a day and is manned by staff members trained in handling minor accidents and illnesses. In addition, Kia Kima has a working arrangement with physicians in Hardy for the treatment of more serious cases. If this kind of treatment is required, the Scout’s parents will be notified by telephone, and their wishes concerning treatment will be respected. If such a trip is required, we ask that one of the Scout’s leaders drive him to the hospital. This way, the Health Officer will still be in camp to treat any other potential injuries. At the health recheck, the camp reserves the right to refuse admittance to any Scout or leader who, in the opinion of the Camp Director and Health Officer, has any physical or medical problem that could present a hazard to himself or others. If a Scout or leader has any special medication, it may be kept in the Health Lodge. Fire Safety Kia Kima has a fire and emergency alarm system. This system will be explained at the leaders’ meeting on the first evening you are in camp, and a test of the system will be conducted early in the week. Some fire fighting equipment (rakes, shovels, fire buckets) is available in each campsite, or from the Quartermaster. If there is an emergency, this equipment will be used by members of the camp staff. This equipment is not to be used by Scouts; Scouts do not fight fires under any circumstances. Packs should plan to arrive at Kia Kima for resident camp between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM Wednesday afternoon. No one will be available to conduct check-in before this time. Under no circumstances shall flames of any kind be used in any tent or adirondack. If a Scout or leader plans to utilize a personal tent for lodging, they should have the tent labeled “NO Flames in Tents.” This can be stenciled on the tent or on a place card in front of the tent. Flashlights or batterypowered lanterns-which do not pose the threat of fire or asphyxiation-are the only acceptable light for use in tents. 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Liquid & LP Fuels Liquid-fueled equipment (kerosene, gasoline, white gas, etc.) is to be used only by adults. Lanterns or stoves may be used at campsites, under adult supervision. Empty propane cylinders should be taken home with the pack and not placed in fireplaces or trashcans, as they may explode when heated. The check-in process at a glance Paperwork The Cubmaster and assistant report to the Administration Building wth all the pack’s registration forms, money and medical forms. Here you will meet your pack guide, who will guide you through the rest of the check-in process. Health recheck The pack guide and assistant leader will take the pack to the Administration Building to start health rechecks, while the Cubmaster finishes the paperwork. Pack photograph After the health recheck, the pack has the opportunity to get a group photo made. Campsite and camp tour The pack guide will take you to your campsite where you can unload gear and prepare for the camp tour. There are a couple of required stops on the camp tour--the Aquatics area (for swim checks and safety procedures), and the Dining Hall (where you’ll learn how to eat...OK, just kidding!). It is also a good idea to stop by the Quartermaster to pick up any needed equipment. Supper Supper at check-in. Also, when youshould check in at the Building, we Scouts and leaders wear theAdministration complete uniform to supper. will update schedules, settle any remaining balances and complete any Vespers and leaders’ meeting Vespers will be held in the Chapel on Friday nights. The Cubmaster should attend the leaders’ meeting in the Administration Building after Vespers. Campfire Your pack will meet the resident camp staff at the opening campfire. Scouts and leaders should wear the complete Scout uniform. 7 Arriving Packs should plan to arrive at Kia Kima between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7th. No one will be available to handle early arrivals. Check-in The first thing the Cubmaster should do is report to the Administration Building with an assistant, where they will meet the camp administrative staff. At that time, the Cubmaster should have a final count of Scouts and leaders, Scout schedules, and any unpaid fees as determined on the Financial Summary form. The assistant should have the pack’s medical forms and written explanation for any boy who needs special medical treatment. A pack guide will be assigned to assist the unit through the check-in process. The guide and the assistant leader will take the unit to the Training Center for the health recheck. The assistant leader should bring the medical forms and, if swim checks were completed prior to camp, the Swim Check form. Everyone, youth and adult, must have a current health form. The recheck is to make sure that no significant changes have occurred since the physical examination was given. A buddy tag will be issued for each person with a health form. The health recheck will be going on at the same time the unit leader is registering in the Administration Building, so all members are encouraged to arrive at camp at the same time. The Cubmaster should account for any Scout or adult who will arrive late. Pack photographs Following the health recheck, the pack will have the opportunity for a photograph. A photographer will be 8 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide at camp on Wednesday afternoon for packs that would like to have a group picture. Scouts and leaders should be in their complete Scout uniforms. It is a good idea to have the pack arrive at camp dressed in complete uniform to look good for the picture. Prints will be 8x10 inches in size, and will be given to the Cubmaster at the end of the week. The pictures will cost $6.00 each, and will need to be paid for at the time they are ordered. Camp tour The pack guide will take the unit to the campsite. All personal and unit equipment will be unloaded, and vehicles returned to the parking area. The pack guide and the unit leader will take an inventory of all equipment in the campsite. If any equipment is damaged or missing (holes in tents, missing fire buckets, etc.) the pack guide will note it and report it. The pack guide will also report the number of tents in the site to ensure that each person has a place to sleep. Scouts and leaders need to prepare for the camp tour soon after arriving at the campsite. There will be time to settle in after the camp tour. Scouts that did not complete swim checks prior to camp will need to change into swim trunks for the camp tour. Remember that a shirt, and shoes with covered heel and toe, must be worn while in camp. The pack guide will take the pack on a tour of camp, pointing out camp landmarks and the various program areas. There are a couple of required stops, such as the Aquatics area, and the Dining Hall. Even if the pack has completed swim checks prior to camp, they still must visit the Aquatics area for safety procedures. It is also a good idea to stop by the Quartermaster to pick up a fireguard chart and other equipment you may need in your campsite. 2006 After the tour, the pack may return to the campsite. This is a good time to get settled and prepare for supper. The Scout uniform is required for all evening meals and campfires. Leaders’ meetings A meeting of key leaders will be held on Wednesday after supper in the Administration Building. At this meeting, members of the camp staff will give an overview of camp policies and procedures, and special program activities that will be offered during the week. Also, an opportunity will be provided to answer questions. In addition, leaders’ meetings will be held each morning after breakfast. At this meeting, Cubmasters will get the opportunity to ask questions, and get updates on any special events going on in camp. The daily newsletter will be distributed at this meeting. Quartermaster In addition to what is in the campsite, the camp provides equipment through the camp Quartermaster. The Quartermaster is located beside the Trading Post. Items such as brooms, water hoses, cleaning agents, tools and American flags are available for checkout. These items must be returned-clean and in good condition-before the pack checks out. Packs are welcome to bring their own items (as listed above) from home. 2006 Tentage Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Since the uniform is worn so much, here are a few tips to help it stay fresh longer: • Don’t wear it at times when it does not have to be worn; change clothes after supper to avoid getting it dirty. • Bring a hanger for the shirt and keep the neckerchief and slide (if worn) in the same place each time so they won’t get lost. • It would be a good idea to have several pairs of Scout socks to avoid wearing the same pair all week. Generally speaking, all packs will be housed in standard two-person wall tents. These tents have wooden floors with steel beds and vinyl covered mattresses. If your pack wants to bring its own tentage to camp, this is permitted. Two-deep leadership rules still apply and adults cannot stay in tents with Scouts. The only possible exception is when a parent stays in the tent with their son. If your pack chooses to bring a portion of its own tents, please be sure that you communicate this to the resident Camp Director, as space for these tents can become a consideration. If a Scout or leader Dining Hall plans to utilize their own tents for lodging, With everyone visiting three times they should have the tent labeled “NO a day, the dining hall is the most popular Flames In Tents.” This can be stenciled on place in camp. Before each meal, packs line the tent or on a place card in front of the up in formation on the parade ground tent. Daily Schedule Each day follows the same schedule shown at the right. The schedule for Wednesday and Saturday may vary for check-in and check-out. On Wednesday and Friday the evening activity is a campwide campfire in the campfire arena starting at 8:15 p.m. Everyone in camp is expected to attend and wear his or her Scout uniform. There are a variety of activities available to choose from on the remaining evenings. Uniform The official Cub Scout summer field uniform is recommended for wear by both youth and adults while in camp. This uniform-commonly referred to as Class A uniform-is to be worn to supper each evening and to campwide activities such as campfires and Vespers. The Class B uniform consists of Scout shorts and a Scouting t-shirt and may be worn at all other times during camp. Resident camp daily schedule 6:55 7:00 7:10 7:20 7:30 8:00-8:50 9:00 -9:50 10:00-10:50 11:00-11:50 12:10 12:20 12:30 1:00-1:50 2:00-2:50 3:00-3:50 4:00-4:50 5:15 5:30 5:45 After Supper 10:00 First Call Reveille Waiter’s Call Assembly Breakfast Campsite Cleanup First Session Second Session Third Session Waiter’s Call Assembly Lunch Rest Period Fourth Session Fifth Session Sixth Session Waiter’s Call Assembly Supper Evening Activities Tapps 9 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 10 outside of the dining hall. The Officer of the Day, from the staff, will take roll call of the packs, lead grace, and at the morning and evening meals, lead the flag ceremony. Scouts and leaders should wear their complete Scout uniform to supper to retire the colors. After the meal, the Officer of the Day usually has some important announcements for the camp. We ask that all Scouts remain in the dining hall until dismissed by the staff. The waiter system is used in the dining hall for setting the tables and cleaning up after meals. It is important to stop at the dining hall during the camp tour for a demonstration of how the waiter system works. Some people have special dietary needs. We will work the best we can in accommodating these needs with the food that we have available. Dietary supplements should be brought from home for specific dietary requirements. 2006 Dangerous Wildlife Kia Kima is a Wilderness Setting. While visiting the outof-doors, it is common to encounter various forms of wildlife. Dangerous wildlife at Kia Kima could include, venomous snakes, spiders, ticks, etc. Bites from these animals are extremely rare but precautions should be taken. We will list a few tips to keep you comfortable at camp. Commissioner Staff After your pack guide finishes helping you check in, you probably won’t see him in your campsite again until you check out on Saturday. That is okay because we have a staff member with the full-time job of taking care of your needs during the week. That staff member is your Commissioner. The Commissioner staff will stop by the campsites each day to visit and will make sure you have all the supplies and equipment that you need. If there is something broken or missing in your site, they will work to see that it is fixed or replaced. You can also meet with your Commissioner at the morning leaders’ meeting. In addition, Commissioners are knowledgeable about the program and can answer questions or help you plan pack activities. A FEW HELPFUL TIPS FOR A COMFORTABLE AND SAFE CAMPING EXPERIENCE ♦ Wear closed-toed shoes ♦ Use insect repellents containing DEET or Permethrin ♦ Carry flashlights when walking at night ♦ Shake out clothing and shoes before wearing them ♦ Keep food out of tents ♦ Check for tick bites daily 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Shower Schedule Showers are available at the central showerhouse. The central showers accomodate adult males, females and youth. In order to adhere to youth protection policies, adults are not allowed to take showers with you under any circumstances. Dedicated showers for female Scouters are located at the central shower facility. Some campsites have built-in cold showers. Vespers & chaplain Vespers is a short fellowship service held on Friday evening. Vespers is held in the Chapel, located above the campfire arena. Everyone is encouraged to attend. Members of the Commissioner staff will conduct Vespers services, with assistance from visiting clergy. In addition, they can provide assistance with homesick Scouts. Scouts and units may volunteer to assist with Vespers during the week. Scouts who are working on a religious award are especially encouraged to do so. Wolf, Bear & Webelos Please realize that the age and rank of each Scout in your pack needs to be carefully examined before registering for programs. Take a close look at the Program Preregistration form and be sure to register your Scouts for the correct program for resident camp. In other words, think now as if you are in June, 2006 already. Your current Tiger Cubs will now become Wolves. Wolves become Bears and so forth. 11 of: Aquanaut, Artist, Craftsman, Naturalist, Geologist, Forester, Readyman, Scientist, Sportsman, and the Conservation Award. Looking ahead to 2007 In 2007, Webelos will be able to pass off requirements that include all or part of: Aquanaut, Forester, Geologist, Outdoorsman, Naturalist, Readyman, and the World Conservation Award. Try to plan your year-round program around what a Scout might be able to earn apart from camp, so that he can receive his Arrow of Light. Campfires Campfires bring out the spirit and fun of camp. We have two campfires planned for resident camp. Wednesday night will feature a grand opening campfire. It will kick off the week with an exciting beginning. Songs, cheers, stunts, and the chance to meet the whole staff will be just a few of the treats in store. On Friday night, we will have our closing campfire. Awards and many neat activities are also planned for this campfire. Visitors are encouraged to attend these campfires. All campfires start at 8:30 p.m., and should conclude around 9:15 p.m. Any visitors in camp should plan to depart after the campfire show has ended. Packs that wish to do a skit for this special closing campfire are encouraged to do so. The number of skits will be limited, due to the campfire length, therefore, check with the Program Director when you arrive at camp. Skits or stunts that throw water or that do not follow the good spirit of Scouting will not be used. Packs should practice their skits during their week of camp, so plan early. Fishing Permits Fishing is a popular activity with many Scouts. Anyone wishing to fish during the week will need to obtain a Fishing Permit. Permits will be issued at the beginning of the week following a fishing orientation and safety session. Advancement at camp The fishing program at Kia Kima is strictly a Scouts are reminded to bring their rank book catch-and-release program. These specially designed (Wolf, Bear, or Webelos Handbooks). They will fishing licenses are not Wildlife fishing licenses and participate in several activities that can be passed are in no way connected with fishing activities apart off while in camp. In 2006, our Webelos will be from Kia Kima. able to pass off requirements that include all or part 12 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Trading Post The Trading Post-located in the middle of camp-stocks a variety of items, such as camp memorabilia (patches, mugs, t-shirts, etc.), program supplies and concession items. The Trading Post is open during the day and evening, except at meals and during campwide activities. It is a popular place for Scouts and leaders to get a snack and relax. Visa and MasterCard are accepted; however, ATM and debit cards are not. Lost & found A central lost and found area is located at the Trading Post. If you lose something during the week, check with the Trading Post staff to see if it has been turned in. In addition, the Aquatics area has a small lost and found area. At the end of resident camp, all lost and found items will be boxed and stored. After camp closes for the summer, lost and found items Postal mail will be kept until November 1. To make it easier to Scouts may receive mail at camp. Please send recover lost items, Scouts should clearly mark their mail addressed as follows: personal possessions with their name and pack number. Scout’s Name and Pack Number Address of camp Telephone Please be sure to include the Scout’s pack number on all mail; this will make it much easier to route the mail to the proper recipient. Also include a return address on all mail in case a letter arrives at camp after the Scout has left. Mail service is dependable, but it is recommended that mail not be sent to camp later than the day the pack checks into camp. For such a short session as resident camp, it is recommended that parents mail their letters before the Scout arrives. A letter or postcard can take from two to four days to reach camp. Any letters or packages that contain currency or valuables should be insured. A telephone is located outside the Administration Building. It is the only telephone available for Scout use. We discourage the continued use of the telephone by Scouts. Not only does it take him away from the camp program, it runs up his parents’ phone bill. Should someone at camp need to be contacted, the telephone number is 870-257-4935. This telephone is located in the camp office and is manned from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., with the exception of lunch. There may be a staff member in the office in the evening or at other times as well. Please note, however, that this is the camp’s business Electronic mail phone and parents will not be able to talk to their Scouts may also receive e-mail while at children. The staff member will take a message and deliver it at the next meal. Emergency messages, of camp. All e-mail will be printed and delivered to the pack mailboxes with regular mail and messages. course, will be delivered as soon as possible. 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide E-mail should be addressed as below with the “#” symbol replaced with the actual pack number. The Scout’s name should be in the subject line. To: Pack# Subject: Scout’s Name Please do not send forwarded messages, attachments, Internet sites, or multimedia or excessively large e-mail messages. These messages are filtered and will not be delivered. E-mail is a service provided for parents and friends to send messages to people during their stay at camp. This service is not intended for business use nor is it guaranteed delivery or privacy. The official Internet site for resident camp and for Kia Kima Scout Reservation provides the latest updates about preparing for camp. This is an excellent resource for parents, leaders and Scouts. www.kiakima.com Leaders will find information about summer camp, registration and last-minute updates. It is also a convenient way to submit last-minute schedule changes before coming to camp. Parents can find pictures from the week while their Scout is at camp. They will also be able to find out how to send mail or e-mail to their son during the week. Scouts can find a list of what to bring to camp and helpful hints; after camp, they can see the pictures of their week at camp. 13 Visitors Visitors should plan to arrive at Kia Kima in accordance with the daily schedule of activities. Arriving after activities have started may cause visitors to wander around camp for hours before connecting with their party. Scouts will be involved in sessions until 5:00 p.m. daily and will need time to take a shower and change clothes before the evening meal. The evening pack activities in camp will last until approximately 9:30 p.m., so visitors should plan to leave shortly after that so Scouts and leaders can get a good night’s sleep. Vehicles should be parked in the camp parking lot, but not driven into camp. Visitors should park, check in at the Administration Building, and then walk to the campsite area. Please note that the camp-wide speed limit is 7 mph. If desired, visitors may eat in the dining hall. Visitors may purchase tickets for their meal from the administration Building as they enter camp. The meal price is reasonable and the meals are served on a regular schedule. Seating space can be a concern for visitors as packs have assigned seating, so visitors should be prepared to be at the back of the line, and expect to sit in an area apart from the pack as space allows. In addition, they should notify their Scout’s Cubmaster, who will make arrangements with the dining hall manager. Visitors at any time should check in at the Administration Building. There are no facilities at Kia Kima to allow visitors to stay overnight. 14 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Camp rules & hints • • • • • • • • • • • No riding in the back of trucks. All Scouts riding in a vehicle should have a seat belt and be fastened in. Throwing things at camp, like rocks and sticks, is not permitted, especially around the lake area and along the creek banks in camp. Running in camp should be limited to the open fields and play areas. Kia Kima does not have many flat or level areas on which to run. Roadways and paths are not designed for running. No open-toed shoes like flip flops or sandals except in the shower facility. Bare feet are limited to three places: behind the fenced-in area at the waterfront, in the shower, and in the bed. At all other times, you should have your shoes on. The buddy system means two or more Scouts go everywhere in camp together. Cubs and Webelos should be aware of where their buddy is at all times. Scouts should not be sent to the campsite alone, or on any trip out of a leader’s view without a buddy or a leader. Camp is a big place and Scouts often get turned around while walking a common trail, even if they have traveled that way many times before. Any campfire started in the campsite should be completely extinguished before leaving the site for any reason. Unattended fires in camp can be very dangerous. Try to keep knife use to a minimum. Open knives in crowded areas and walking with an open knife pose great dangers. Individuals who have knives should be considerate of others and use those knives safely. Please do not cut live trees, no matter how big or small they are. Walking sticks are sold in the camp Trading Post, or may be made from limbs or trees that are already dead and down. Please do not disfigure the trees, bushes, or shrubs. If you dig holes for any reason, please fill them up when you are finished. Leaving open holes in activity fields and campsite areas poses a tripping hazard. • • Please do not hang wet clothes inside your tent. Also, do not attach clotheslines to the tent, as these put stress on the tent and can cause it to fall down. Clotheslines in campsites should be hung with colored or white cord and as high off the ground as possible to avoid Scouts or leaders walking into them. Please remove any clotheslines that you hang up before leaving camp. 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 15 When it’s time to go back to the world Coming and going The safety and security of every Scout is of paramount concern to all leaders and staff. To enhance our security efforts we will require that parents, leaders, or Scouts who are checking into camp over the course of the week to register at the Administration Building. Scouts who are leaving camp early will need to check out at the Administration Building with our staff, while being accompanied by an adult from the pack to authorize the departure. There will be a security guard posted at the front gate each evening. Troop leaders should encourage all guests and visitors to depart by 9:30 p.m. If there are particular concerns of an individual Scout’s well being and protection, the Cubmaster should contact the Resident Camp Director. Check-out The checkout procedure will begin on Saturday, and should be completed before 10:30 a.m. Any unit with special checkout considerations should make plans through the Program Director or the Resident Camp Director. Activity records and health forms will be given to each unit at the Saturday breakfast assembly. After breakfast, the pack will return, with the pack guide, to the campsite to pack their gear and clean up the site. Vehicles will be allowed in camp to load personal and unit equipment. The pack guide and Cubmaster will conduct another inventory to make sure that no equipment has been misplaced or damaged during the week. Borrowed equipment will be returned to the Quartermaster, and the pack guide will inspect the site to be certain that it is clean. The cost of any damaged property or equipment will be charged to the pack. The Cubmaster should stop by the Administration Building on the way out of camp. The check-out process at a glance Paperwork The pack will receive a packet at breakfast containing health forms and program materials. Review this before you leave to make sure that it is all correct, and that it all belongs to your pack. Campsite Return to the campsite with your pack guide. Pack up all your gear and clean up the site one last time. Remember that other units will be using this site in future weeks. Trash Bag up all trash and take it to the edge of the road to be picked up. Quartermaster Return any borrowed equipment before you leave camp. Administration Building Before leaving camp, stop by the Administration Building to take care of any last-minute paperwork, settle any debts, and take care of any other business. 16 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 All the stuff to do while you’re at camp Wolf program activities Achievements 1h 5a,b,c,d,e 10b 10c Swim as far as you can walk in fifteen steps Tools for fixing and building Take a nature walk in the woods or visit the Scout Museum with your parent Attend a live program with your parent at the OA Arena Electives 11c 14b 14d 18f 18g 19d 20b 20c Learn the words of three Cub Scout songs at meals or during the OA program Learn what to do when you meet strange animals Understand what it means for an animal to have rabies Take part in two summertime pack events (Resident Camp counts as one event) Learn to identify poisonous plants and what to do if you touch them Know the rules of safe fishing Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics Area Reviewed archery safety rules at the Archery Range Cub Scout Conservation Award (found on page 216 of the Wolf Book) Wolf program areas Nature Area-Reptiles and animals; plants and nature hike Handicrafts-Crafts designed for Lost World Archery Range/Rifle Range-Shoot arrows and BB guns Waterfront-Swimming and boating Rappelling Tower-Climb the new Cub portion of the tower Fishing-Learn the rules, get a permit, and then catch some fish Also-Learn about tools for fixing and building and making it yourself 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 17 Bear program activities Achievements 5d 10a 11b 11e 12 b 12d 20a 22a,b,c,d Visit the Nature Center If you are a Resident Camper with a parent then you achieved this Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics Area Got a physical examination prior to Resident Camp Went on a nature hike while with a family member Attend the outdoor program at the OA Arena Show how to use and take care of tools Tying it all up Electives 2a 2e 5e 5f 9a 19c 19d 20a Learn how to read a thermometer Learn how to identify three types of clouds Reviewed boating safety rules at the Aquatics area If you rowed in a boat with an adult at camp Make an art craft while at camp Rest by floating in the water on your back for at least one minute Tell what the buddy system means and the basic rules of safe swimming and simple rescue Review archery safety rules at the Archery Range World Conservation Award (found on page 256 of the Bear Book) Wolf program areas Scoutcraft—Learn about tying knots so you can be “Tying it all up” Handicrafts—Crafts designed for Lost World Archery Range/Rifle Range—Shoot arrows and BB guns Rappelling Tower—Climb the new Cub portion of the tower and play games Waterfront—Swimming and boating Nature Area—Weather Also—Learn about building things with wood with our “Sawdust and Nails” Program 18 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Webelos program activities First year Webelos program Aquanaut Get ready to get wet! Whether jumping into water over your head, learning to float, or getting the chance to cool off on a hot summer day, you’ll love being an Aquanaut. A Lifeguard BSA-trained staff will keep you safe and help you learn more about swimming. Conservation Award Each first-year Webelo will be able to participate in an exciting conservation project. Oftentimes the camp has a project like building a siltation dam, clearing out a drainage ditch, cleaning up along a roadside or planting grass in areas that need attention. This will be considered a suitable project to help a Scout earn the World Conservation Award. Naturalist If you like watching wildlife, then Kia Kima is the place for you. You will get the chance to study creatures and plants in the wild and see much of the camp at the same time. Readyman Showing off your knowledge of first aid skills is what Readyman is all about. Learn how to help a person who needs medical attention. A Webelos Scout can expect to be prepared for lots of emergency situations, and after a trip to the Kia Kima Health Lodge, he’ll be more ready to help. Forester Identifying trees and uses for wood products is a part of the fun that of being a forester. Hiking along the the trails of camp and learning new things about forestry, trees, and how we conserve our resources. 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 19 Webelos program activities Second year Webelos program Aquanaut Get ready to get wet! Whether jumping into water over your head, learning to float, or getting the chance to cool off on a hot summer day, you’ll love being an Aquanaut. A Lifeguard BSA-trained staff will keep you safe and help you learn more about swimming. Artist Calling all those who like to make things! Artist covers a wide variety of things from crayon to finger-paint, and we will help you find your favorites and create a masterpiece. Using your ideas and creative thoughts, your projects may go way outside the lines, so get ready for this unique blend of beautiful creation and dirty hands! Craftsman Using tools and getting your hands into a project makes you a Craftsman. Learn to build several projects from raw materials and use lots of hand tools. It’s every handyman’s dream—“Tons of Tools!” Geologist Rocks and minerals and how the earth is put together makes this activity exciting and sometimes surprising. Sportsman Develop your skills in the sports world. Learning the rules, showing good sportsmanship, and doing your best is what Sportsman has to offer. Kia Kima will not only help you develop your skills, but challenge them as well. Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 20 2006 Honor and Merit Pack awards The Honor Pack and Merit Pack awards recognize packs that participate fully in the camp program, follow camp rules and demonstrate the true spirit of Scouting. Merit Pack award Complete nine of the following 10 requirements: † The unit completes all registration materials by the proper deadlines, including completed forms and payments. Administration’s signature______________________ † The unit has 50% of its active membership at camp. Administration’s signature______________________ † Two-deep leadership—provided completely by the pack—is present in camp at all times. † The pack should have a clean table in the Dinning Hall. Each pack should clean up after each meal and prevent messes during meals. Dining Hall Director’s signature________________ † The pack should have a clean campsite and show an increase in daily inspection score by the end of the week. Commissioner’s signature______________________ ‰ The unit participates in activities, follows all camp rules, and has a general attitude conducive to a Scout camp, continuing with the tradition of Scout spirit that is everpresent in the program. Program Director’s signature___________________ Honor Pack award In addition to completing all 10 requirements in the Merit Pack section, a pack must complete two of the following three requirements to be an Honor † The unit maintains a minimum ratio of one Pack: leader for every five Scouts. Commissioner’s signature______________________ † The unit has at least one adult attend the preresident camp orientation meeting in March. † Scouts attending camp participate in the (It should be the Cubmaster—if he or she scheduled activities (daily sessions, free cannot attend, an assistant leader or swims, and other activities during the camp). committee member may fill in). Commissioner’s signature______________________ Commissioner’s signature______________________ Administration’s signature______________________ † The Cubmaster or the in-camp designated leader attends the leaders’ meetings after breakfast. The leader also attends the Wednesday afternoon leaders’ orientation meeting. † The unit performs a conservation or camp improvement project while at resident camp. This project must be approved beforehand, and checked upon completion by the Nature Director or Camp Ranger. Program Director’s signature___________________ Nature Director/Camp Ranger’s signature__________ † The Scouts and leaders in the pack attend evening meals and campfires in complete Scout uniform. † The pack plans one pack or campsite activity. The activity must foster a sense of Scouting friendship between at least two packs. Program Director’s signature___________________ Commissioner’s signature______________________ 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 21 Stuff you can do in the (almost) dark There is plenty for packs—and individual Scouts—to do at resident camp in the hours between Vespers and Taps. Some activities have been scheduled by the resident camp staff, and are open to all Scouts and leaders. Others may be done by the pack as a whole. See your Commissioner for more details. If you want to go beyond the confines of the established camp, several hiking trails are available. Be sure two adult leaders in the pack go with you, using the buddy system. Hike in groups of at least three Scouts and leaders. And if you’d just as soon be all wet, the Aquatics area offers free boating (and an occasional free swim). Check with the Aquatics staff to find out the requirements for taking out a boat, or talk to your Commissioner. Other activities such as BB shoots, climbing, games, and crafts may be available as well. Information about special activities will be distributed at leaders’ meeting, or again, ask your Commissioner. 22 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 How to get to Camp Kia Kima 2006 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide Kia Kima Scout Reservation 23 Cub Scout/Webelos Resident Camp Leader’s Guide 2006 Notes Use this space for all those last-minute reminders you’ll neet to make yourself.  Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2005 Title A name given to the resource 2005 Kia Kima Cub Camp Leaders Guide Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Chickasaw Council, BSA Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Noah Feder Cub Scouts Leaders Guide