https://kiakimamuseum.org/files/original/169a894721b369fc7e7dd09f2d474c96.pdf 37770316c78cd3866afdbb2dc853253d PDF Text Text �W elcome to Kia Kima Scout Reservation 2007. The 2007 Program committee looks forward to serving you at camp this summer. Boy Scout Camp is the highlight of a Scout’s year. Memories will be made that will last a lifetime. This summer will showcase Scouting for units from Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and many other states. It is the goal of Kia Kima Scout Reservation to provide your Scouts with a high quality program in a semi-wilderness setting. In order to make this program possible, we must begin to plan now. Please review this guide as it contains crucial information regarding our summer camping program. If you have questions for which you cannot find answers, please give us a call. Please help Scouting by making camp available to all boys in your unit. Camperships are available on the council level for those families that need assistance. On behalf of the Chickasaw Council and the 2007 Kia Kima Staff, we look forward to serving you this summer. Yours in Scouting J. Andrew Armstrong Reservation Director visit kiakima.com 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �TAB LE of contents Camp Fees & Campsite Reservations Summer Camp Fee Schedule Campsite Reservation Financial Assistance/Campership What To Bring To Camp 34 1 Individual Checklist 34 1 2 2 Trail Blazers 36 Twilight Activities 37 Safety & Registration Procedures 3 Registration Procedures Camp Address 4 5 Honor & Merit Troop 38 General Information 6 Just for Leaders 39 Check-in Check-out Mail & email 7 11 11 Training Opportunities Scout Leader Cook-off Scoutmaster Merit Badge 39 40 41 Program Information 12 Class Schedules 42 & 43 Camp Osage Merit Badge Information Ozark Venture Base Ozark Ultimate Trek Mountain Man C.O.P.E. Ozark Climbing School Extreme Twilight Camp Cherokee Merit Badges Information 12 19 20 22 23 24 25 27 44 & 45 visit kiakima.com Maps 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �PREPARING FOR CAMP campsite reservations & NEW The physical facilities of the camp are awaiting the arrival of your troop. Kia Kima Scout Reservation is planning to operate for five weeks of summer camp. Having made your campsite reservation for 2007, you are on your way to a terrific visit at Kia Kima. The Camp Fee Schedule can be found in the table on the bottom of the page. To prepare for this summer, it is necessary for units to make financial commitments to reserve space for each Scout attending. Units are required to make a payment of $35.00 per Scout by March 31, 2007. This will reserve space for these Scouts. It is possible to add campers later but only with permission of the Reservation Director and with available space. The $35.00 payment will be applied to the total camp fee.This deposit is nonrefundable but may be transferred to other Scouts attending this event. The next payment of $90 is due on May 15th. By using this registration process, we can better determine the number of Scouts attending camp from each unit, and allow camp staff to adjust their programs accordingly. Smaller units may be asked to share a campsite with another unit if the minimum size is not met. SUMMER CAMP FEE SCHEDULE Scouts from Chickasaw Council $180.00 Shotgun Shooting $25 per participant Scouts from other Councils $195.00 Golf $10 per participant Ozark Ultimate Trek Mountain Man Rendevous $50 per participant Please Note: Leader’s fees are prorated based on the number of Scouts that attend camp with your unit. Please refer to the table on page 9. COPE Ozark Ultimate Trek Adult $50 per participant Leader’s Fee visit www.kiakima.com $85 per participant $20 per participant 1 $20 per participant 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �CAMPSITE CAPACITIES Camp Osage CAMPSITE RESERVATION Units using a campsite in 2007 may reserve it for 2008 by placing a deposit on that site prior to leaving camp. Campsites available after August 1, 2007, may be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Campsite deposits are refundable until January 1, 2007. After that date, they are not refundable. Troops that withdraw their deposit by January 1, 2007 will receive a deposit refund. Troops that make a reservation, but for some reason do not show, forfeit their $100 deposit. All summer camp correspondence and registration materials should be sent to the Scout Service Center until 5:00 PM on May 31st. Beginning May 31st, all camp correspondence should be sent directly to the camp. The camp office will be open from May 31st until July 15th. Summer camp administration will not be able to be reached at camp before or after these dates. Smaller units may be asked to share a campsite with another unit if the minimum size is not met. SCOUTS NEEDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Bobwhite 18 Copperhead 16 White Horse 16 Broken Bow 40 Whispering Rapids 20 Turkey Run 16 Fox Fire 14 Cedar Rock 20 Running Deer 44 Crazy Wolf 18 Talking Turtle 24 Yellow Dog 24 Dancing Bear 40 Tall Pines 38 Cherokee Camperships are available to help Scouts who need financial assistance. The unit leader must make a request in writing by filling out a campership request for Kia Kima. All guidelines for campership applications can be found on the reverse side of the application. The deadline for camperships is April 1st. The amount of the Campership will be based upon family income. The boy’s family, troop, and chartered organization should pool their resources first, with a campership request to meet the balance. Each unit receiving a campership will receive a credit voucher that is redeemable at the Office or at Camp. It is necessary to have the voucher on hand in order to receive credit. 2 Capacity Capacity Atchu 18 Anicus 24 Mizin 18 Wulit 36 Sanquen 16 Topi 18 Gawi 14 Machque 30 Espan 40 visit www.kiakima.com �SAFETY & REGISTRATION procedures A ll Scouts and leaders attending camp must have a physical examination before coming to camp, and must have the proper medical form completed. Arkansas State Law requires a minimum Class 2, updated annually (no. 34412 A) Medical Form for all Scouts and leaders. The examination must be performed by a licensed physician. These forms are available through the Scout Service Center or at www.kiakima.com. Please use the most current versions of this form. Contact your District Executive if you have any questions. Each Scout and leader will have a health recheck after his arrival, and EQUIRED EDICAL ORMS the troop’s medical forms will be kept on file with the camp’s health officer. They will be returned to the unit All Scouts and leaders are required to have a physical leader at the end of the examination before camp and complete the appropriate week. Adult leaders who medical form will be in camp for less than 72 hours are not required to Scouts & leaders must have a minimum Class 2, have a complete physical; updated annually (#34412 A) however, a personal examination health history (Class 1 Medical Form) is required. Please make arrangements for physical examinations to be completed before arrival at summer camp. Any Scout or leader who does not have a completed health form – inArkansas State Law cluding examination – will be restricted from all requires a minimum Class 2, updated ancamp activities until proper examination has been nually (no. 34412 A) given. R M F ! Medical Form for all Scouts and leaders. visit www.kiakima.com 3 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY A qualified individual is on duty in the Health Lodge 24 hours a day. In the unlikely event of serious illness or injury to a Scout, he will be taken to a nearby hospital. The Health Lodge is available to store and administer prescription medicines as directed by the Scout’s personal physician and parents. No prescription medication will be paid for by the camp or the Chickasaw Council. Normal insurance filing procedures will apply. FIRE SAFETY Kia Kima has a fire emergency alarm system. This system will be explained at the first leaders’ meeting, and a test of the system will be conducted early in the week. Some firefighting equipment is located at the nature lodge. This equipment is not to be used by Scouts. Scouts do not fight fires under any circumstances. Under no circumstances shall flames of any kind be used in any tent. If a Scout or leader plans to use their own tent for lodging, they must have the tent labeled “No flames in Tents”, This can be stenciled on the tent or placed on a card in front of the tent. Flashlights and battery powered lanterns, which do not pose an asphyxiation threat, are permissible. REGISTRATION Our goal is to make the registration process as painless as possible. The Registration Packet that accompanies this guide contains all the required forms and detailed instructions for completing each step. Leaders will note that the registration process is divided into 5 major steps. For your convenience, the forms required for each step have a corresponding number. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp If, after reviewing the leaders guide to summer camp, you still have questions, additional help can be found at the camp website, www.KiaKima.com. This site contains additional registration tips and last minute updates regarding summer camp. CAMP APPLICATION 1 This is the first step of the registration 1 process. Submit the Camp ap- plication (KKSR A) with your campsite preference. Also include the estimated number of boys you plan to bring. Submit this form, along with a $100 deposit, to the Scout Service Center any time after August 1st. Keep in mind; some campsites may already be reserved. UNIT COUNT FORM 2 The second step of the registration process is a Unit Count that indicates the number of Scouts from your unit attending camp. Complete the Unit Count Form (KKSR 1) and return it to the Scout Service Center no later than March 31st. This form should be submitted with a $35 deposit per Scout. This fee is transferable but not refundable. Upon submitting this form, your unit will be emailed a username and password to log into our online registration system. Registration for classes is on a first-come, first served basis, so register early. Form KKSR1, Part B is included for your convenience if you are unable to access the online system. 4 visit www.kiakima.com �3 REGISTRATION FORM 4 FINAL FINANCIAL FORM This is the second summer camp payment. Please submit the Registration Form (KKSR 2, Part A & B) and return them with $90 per Scout by May 15th. Part B is the T-shirt order form. This is also available in the online registration system. Please submit sizes for adults and youth registered. This form must be received by May 15th to receive complimentary shirts. Additional shirts will be available at the Trading Post. like assistance with the online system or the means to register via computer, visit the Scout Service Center. Please ensure that all adults and youth are entered in the registration system. Sessions typically limited in size include merit badges in the Shooting Sports area and Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) Program. Preference for participation will be based upon date of session registration and the age of the participant. The unit will be notified if any Scouts are registered for an OUT Program that is full. All other program closures will be announced Sunday when you arrive. The final payment includes the balance of the camp fee, leaders fees, and special program fees. This may be paid at check-in after arriving at camp on Sunday, or you may send it before you arrive. Complete the Final Financial Form (KKSR3) and send it to the camp address. This form is a summary of all financial transactions and should be the last payment in the registration process. Do not send this form, payment, or any registration materials less than two weeks prior to your arrival at camp. 5 CHECK - IN The registration process is completed when you check in on Sunday after arriving at Camp. If you conducted your swim checks prior to camp, bring the optional Swim Check Form (KKSR 4A) with you to camp. Do not mail these forms: have them ready at ORRESPONDENCE check-in. Also, when you check in at the program office, we will update schedules, settle any remaining All summer camp correspondence and regisbalances and complete any remaining paperwork. tration materials should be sent to the Scout Service Center until May 31st. SUMMER CAMP After May 31st, the ADDRESSES ONFIRMATION HANGES summer camp operaWhen registering online for classes, please tion will be moved to Before May 31st Chickasaw Council, BSA save your confirmation. If a schedule change takes the camp facility so all 171 South Hollywood place, you will be notified from our administrative correspondence should Memphis, Tennessee 38112 staff prior to your arrival at camp. be sent directly to (901) 327-4193 Fax: (901) 327-2010 Units that are unable to register online will camp. In order to asstill be able to turn in the registration form (KKSR sure that your paperAfter May 31st Part A) by the established deadline and we can work arrives at the Kia Kima Scout Reservation manually enter you into the system. Please keep in proper location, please 629 Kia Kima Trail Hardy, Arkansas 72542 mind that some sessions will have filled by this date. follow this step. The (870) 257-4935 Please include alternate courses. addresses for both loFax: (870) 257-4714 For your convenience there are computer cations are listed in the email: director@kiakima.com teminals available at the Scout Office. If you would table on this page. C C visit www.kiakima.com &C 5 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �GENERAL information K ia Kima is known for pro- in and check-out, for the purpose of loading viding a quality program, and unloading. While driving in camp, please but often times the accommodations are observe our speed limit of 7 miles per hour. what make a week at summer camp comfortable and enjoyable. While we are not a five-star hotel, we strive to make each troop’s visit an enjoyable one. TRANSPORTATION & PARKING Each unit is responsible for the safe transportation of its members to and from camp. Make sure that all vehicles meet national insurance requirements. Transporting Scouts or adults in the bed of a pickup truck or trailer – whether it is covered or uncovered—is against national BSA policy. Units visiting Kia Kima from other councils are responsible for obtaining the appropriate tour permits. Parking is provided at the camp entrance for leaders and visitors. The main parking area is next to the Administration Building. Vehicles are not to be parked in the campsite during the week. Units 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. To keep traffic in camp to a minimum, only camp vehicles will be allowed into camp during the week. Unit vehicles will be permitted into camp during check- 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp DANGEROUS WILDLIFE ! Kia Kima is a Wilderness Setting. While visiting the out-of-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. It is recommended that each unit bring insect and tick repellent. Certain brands containing permethrin will provide adequate tick protection. A FEW HELPFUL TIPS FOR A COMFORTABLE AND SAFE CAMPING EXPERIENCE ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 6 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 visit www.kiakima.com �CHECK-IN Units should plan to arrive at camp beginning at 1:00 PM and no later than 3:00 PM on Sunday. Please check in at the Camp Osage Administration Building. The camp is closed between noon on Saturday and noon on Sunday and there will be no one available to handle early arrivals. Upon arrival, your unit will be greeted by a member of the camp administrative staff. At that time the unit leader should have a final count of Scouts and leaders, merit badge schedules for the Scouts, and any unpaid fees with the Final Financial Form (KKSR3). The unit leader should have the unit’s medical form and a written explanation for any boy who needs special medical treatment. A troop guide will be assigned to the unit through the check-in process. The guide and the unit leader will take the troop to the Health Check area. The leader will bring the medical forms and, if swim checks were completed prior to camp, the Swim Check Form (KKSR4A). Everyone — youth and adult — must have a current health form. The recheck is to make sure 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 re-check will be going on at the same time the unit leader is registering, so it is encouraged that all Scouts arrive in camp at the same time. Make sure an assistant leader has the medical forms during this time to eliminate confusion at med-checks. The guide will take the unit to its campsite. All personal and unit equipment will be unloaded and vehicles returned to their parking areas. The troop guide will then take inventory of all equipment in the campsite if applicable. visit www.kiakima.com If any equipment is missing or damaged (holes in tents, missing fire buckets) the troop guide will note it and report it. The unit leaders with the troop guides should check each tent for damage. Any damage found at the end of the week will be assessed to the troop. Tears in tents will be assessed a fee of $15 per inch. Multiple tears or tears over three inches are considered un-repairable and may result in the troop replacing the damaged tent. 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 arriving at camp will then change into their swim trunks and head to the waterfront for their swim test. All persons who will use the swimming area, boating area, or river must have a swim check. No Exceptions! ! CHECK-IN AT A GLANCE Schedule 1:00-3:00 PM 5:50 6:00 8:30 Arrive at Camp First Assembly Dinner Campfire Step-by-Step 1. Paperwork - the unit leader and assistant report to the Administration building with all the troop’s registration forms, money, and medical forms. Here you will meet your Troop Guide who will guide you through the checkin procedure. 2. Health Recheck - Your troop guide and assistant leader will take the rest of the troop to the Health Check area while the unit leader finishes the paperwork. 3. Unit Photographs - Upon Arrival, the unit has the opportunity to have a picture taken. 4. Campsite - Your Troop Guide will take you to your campsite where you can unload gear and prepare for the camp tour. 5. Camp Tour - There are two required stops on the tour, the Aquatics Area (for swim checks and safety procedures) and the Dining Hall. 6. Supper - Scouts & leaders wear Class A uniforms. 7. Leaders’ Meeting - The unit leader and Senior Patrol Leader need to attend the Leaders’ Meeting. 8. Campfire - Your unit gets to meet the Kia Kima staff at the Opening Campfire. Everyone in Class A uniform. 7 ! Plan to arrive between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Sunday 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �UNIT PHOTOGRAPHS VESPERS & CHAPLAIN Units will have an opportunity to have a group picture made during their check-in process. Each unit that chooses to participate will receive on complimentary 8X10 group photo of their unit. Additional photos will be available at $6.00 each. This option is only available on Sunday as it takes time to get the photos processed and back to your unit by the end of the week. Please be prepared with either Class A or Class B uniforms for your check-in photo. Vespers is a short fellowship service held on Wednesday evenings. Vespers is held at the chapel and everyone is encouraged to attend. Members of the staff will conduct vespers, with assistance of visiting clergy. Scouts and units may volunteer to assist with or run vespers during the week. Scouts who are working on their religious awards are especially encouraged to do so. COMMISSIONER SERVICE SUMMER CAMP GOD AND COUNTRY AWARD The summer camp God and Country After your troop guide finishes Award is given to Scouts who complete the helping you check in, you probably won’t following requirements. A Scout must complete see them in your campsite again until you at least five of the following nine requirements. 1. Assist in the raising or lowering of check out on Saturday morning. That’s theAmerican Flag at a morning or evening assembly. okay, because we have staff members 2. Attend the camp-wide Vespers service on Wednesday with the full time job of taking care of night at the chapel. your needs during the week. The staff 3. Assist in preparing and leading a troop or inter-troop member is your Commissioner. vesper service while at camp. The commissioner staff will stop 4. Lead a grace at an assembly while at camp. by your campsite each morning to visit 5. With an adult leader, discuss the importance of the with leaders in the site. They will make twelfth point of the Scout Law – “A Scout is Reverent”. sure you have all the supplies you need. Discuss how it applies to you as a scout here at summer If there is something broken or missing camp, as well as in your daily life. in your site, they will see that it is taken 6. With an adult leader, discuss the importance of care of. “patriotism”.Why is it important for a Scout to “do my duty to God and my country”? 7. Show how to properly display and fold an American LAG EREMONIES Flag. Also, explain the different parts of the flag and what they symbolize. The camp will assemble for the 8. Lead a morning prayer in your campsite, or lead your troop in reciting the Scout Oath, Scout Law, or Pledge flag ceremonies in the morning and of Allegiance while at summer camp. evening. Scouts and leaders are expected 9. In at least 100 words, write an essay explaining how we to attend the evening flag ceremony in as Scouts carry out our duty to God and Country in our full Class A uniform. Troops are asked daily lives, and explain how you did your duty to God to assist with flag ceremonies and blessand Country while at Summer Camp at Kia Kima. ing the meals. F C 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 8 visit www.kiakima.com �LEADERS’ MEETINGS ! A meeting of all Leaders and Senior Patrol Leaders will be held after the evening Units should have at least one leader meal on Sunday. At this meeting members present at each of the camp staff will give an overview of leaders’ meeting. camp policies, procedures, and special program activities that will be offered during the week. Also, this is an opportunity to have questions answered about your troops week at camp. In addition, a brief morning Leaders’ Meeting will be held after breakfast. At this meeting, unit leaders will get the opportunity to ask questions, get any updates on special events going on in camp, and the daily newsletter will be distributed. TRADING POST Kia Kima operates two modern and efficient Trading Posts. Our Trading Posts stock many items that are related to the Scout’s merit badges. In addition to crafts, the Trading Post also stocks concession items. Some of the items stocked are: Uniform Parts, Camp Ball Caps, Writing Paper, Craft Kits, Pocket Knives, Postcards, Slush Puppies, Pizza, Folding Chairs, Batteries, and Camp Patches. Most Scouts will spend on the average of $35-$50 in the trading post. This will generally pay for merit badge materials and a few snacks throughout the week. Please budget accordingly! Kia Kima has no ATM, so please be sure your Scouts bring enough cash. VISITORS LEADERSHIP IN CAMP All units are required to have at least two adult leaders in camp at all times. This policy is required by the Boy Scouts of America. All leaders must be registered members of the Boy Scouts and meet membership qualifications. The unit leader must be at least 21 years of age and any additional leadership must be 18 or older. Leader’s fees are $85 per week. This covers the cost of their food at camp. As an added incentive, you will receive two leaders free if you bring a minimum of 5 boys. The following table is used when calculating leaders fees: # of Scouts # of Leaders @ no charge 5 24 2 3 32 4 40+ 5 visit www.kiakima.com 9 Visitor’s night at camp is Friday evening. At this time, parents will have the opportunity to eat with their sons in the dining hall and attend the closing campfire. Visitors should not plan to arrive before 5:00 PM, as Scouts will be involved in merit badge sessions. The Campfire will conclude around 9:30 PM so visitors should plan to leave shortly thereafter so Scouts and Leaders can get a good night’s sleep. The Program Director will be asking for a head count of the amount of visitors at the Friday Leaders’ meeting. This will give us an estimate of the amount of food to prepare. The cost of the Friday evening meal is $5.00 for adults, and $2.00 for children under the age of 12. Visitors may purchase meal tickets from the Program Office as they enter camp. Kids under age six eat free. Visitors at any time 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �other than Friday should make prior arrangements with the Camp Director. There are no facilities at Kia Kima to allow visitors to stay overnight. lenged Scouts and adult leaders. It is conveniently located near the Central Shower House. Units with special-needs Scouts are given priority in reserving this site. PHONE NOTE-Other units may reserve the site but may be relocated without notice if a need arises. A telephone is located at the Camp Osage Administration Building. It is the only telephone available for Scout use. We discourage the continuous use of the telephone by the Scouts. Not only does it take him away from the camp program, it runs up his parents phone bill. We do ask that leaders accompany their Scouts at the phone. CAMP OSAGE Since 1964, Camp Osage (originally the main camp) has been welcoming Scouts to the banks of the South Fork River. Camp Osage is the larger of the camps at Kia Kima Scout Reservation with 14 unique campsites to choose from. At Camp Osage, a troop will find traditional, though exceptional, camp programs including nature, ecology, scoutcraft, handicraft, shooting sports, the trailblazer 1st year program, and aquatics. All aquatic activities, including swimming and boating, are held at the Osage beach on the South Fork River. Programs unique to Osage include the Life to Eagle Area which offers Communications, Citizenship in the Nation, and World Merit Badges. ! HOUSING -CAMP OSAGE Fourteen troop campsites are outfitted with two man wall tents on platforms. Each tent has two metal beds with mattresses. Each troop site has a latrine and facilities for handwashing and showers. A hot shower facility is centrally located. FOOD SERVICE -CAMP OSAGE ! Scouts attending Camp Osage eat in the camp’s dining hall. Meals are provided in a modified cafeteria-style fashion. A well-balanced menu has been designed to please both youth and adults. Troops eat together. Each troop provides a waiter for each table to clean up after meals. The waiter system will be explained at camp but should be rotated daily. Visitors desiring to eat in the dining hall should make arrangements in advance. Visitors should plan to eat with their troops Each troop provides a waiter for each table to clean up after meals. FACILITIES FOR THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED Site #13, Dancing Bear, is a barrier free site at Camp Osage. It will accommodate up to 40 physically chal- 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 10 visit www.kiakima.com �at the assigned times. Visitor meal fees are $5.00. Troops at Osage may make arrangements to cook one or more meals in their campsites, using food supplied by the dining hall staff and equipment from troop issue. Troops can also arrange for evening meals to be carried on troop hikes or canoe floats. 24-hour notice is required for special food service arrangements. Kia Kima Scout Reservation Scout’s Name and Troop # 629 Kia Kima Trail Hardy, Arkansas 72542 Email: troops@KiaKima.com (In subject line put the campers name and troop number. Please, no more than ONE email per Scout per day) WIRELESS INTERNET The camp administration building is a “hot spot” for high-speed wireless internet. A signal is generally available within 100 yards of the building for HECK UT those leaders wishing to take advantage of this serThe check out procedure will begin on Saturvice. day, and should be completed before 10:30A.M. Any We are currently working to expand our wireless internet service to additional areas of camp. A unit with special check-out considerations should make bank of computers is located in the administration plans through their Camp Commissioner. After breakfast the unit will return — with the building for use of the leaders. troop 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 troop guide and unit leader will conduct another inventory to make sure that no equipment has been damaged or misplaced. The troop guide will also inspect the site to ensure that it is clean. C -O CHECK-OUT AT A GLANCE Schedule 7:00 Reveille 7:10 Waiter’s Call 7:20 Assembly 7:30 Breakfast After Return to campsite and prepare for departure MAIL & EMAIL All outgoing mail may be placed in the mailbox inside the Trading Post. Mail will be taken to the Post Office in town daily. Incoming mail will be available only to unit leaders after 1:30 PM. All mail sent to Kia Kima should be addressed to Kia Kima Reservation. Parents are encouraged to write their sons while they are at camp. Please remember the mail takes time. Letters mailed after Wednesday will not arrive in time. All mail received after the troop has checked out will be returned to the sender.Please send your email to the address following. Only one email per day, per Scout will be processed. visit www.kiakima.com Step-by-Step: 1. Campsite - Return to your campsite with your Troop Guide. Pack up your gear and clean the site one last time. 2. Trash - Bag up all trash and take it to the edge of the road for the Ranger staff to pick up. 3 . Quartermaster - Return any camp equipment you may have used to the Quartermaster and stop by the Trading Post to pick up last minute items. 4. Administration Building - Before leaving camp, stop at the Administration building to take care of any last minute paperwork, settle any debts, turn in evaluation forms, and checkout of camp. 11 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �MERIT BADGE program for camp osage C ! If any unit leader possesses a skill that he would like to teach at camp, feel free to call us. amp Osage offers a wide selection of merit badges. We are constantly evaluating our merit badge program to bring new and exciting opportunities that Scouts may not be able to complete elsewhere. Most merit badges can be completed at camp; however, because of time requirements, special projects, or other considerations, some merit badges require prerequisites or special skill levels. Merit Badges are listed alphabetically with a short description of each badge including any requirements that may or must be completed at home, and the prerequisites (if any) for the badge. There are also a few helpful tips on what to bring. Some merit badges are limited in size to ensure safety and quality instruction. These size limitations are indicated in the merit badge description. We are constantly looking for skilled instructors of merit badges. If any unit leader possesses a skill that he would like to teach at camp, feel free to call us. We can put you on the schedule for that week! Please note that each camp offers programs independently of the other. Some badges offered at Cherokee are not offered at Osage. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp KEY TO PROGRAM ICONS The following icons are used in the Program Information section to help you easily identify which sessions are most appropriate for which Scouts. Be sure to read the program description for details about that particular program. ! Please note that merit badges on pages 13-18 are for Camp Osage. One hour session Two hour session Three hour session All day program Recommended for all Scouts Recommended for younger Scouts Recommended for older Scouts Merit Badge required for Eagle Written material required Program fee or material cost Indicates requirements that must be completed at home; they cannot be completed at camp Indicates requirements that may be completed before coming to camp to allow more time for additional activities Indicates a prerequisite for this program Taught in conjunction with another Merit Badge 12 visit www.kiakima.com �AQUATICS AREA Swimming This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entrylevel Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet. This merit Mile Swim badge should not be considered for nonswimmers or beginners. Scouts should know how to swim well before taking This is not a merit badge, but allows Scouts to earn the Mile this badge. Swim badge. Scouts are required to swim an increased amount each day and build up to a mile. The Mile Swim generally takes BSA Lifeguard place on Saturday morning. This is a rigorous program that certifies a Scout to be a Lifeguard. Scouts are required to spend all of their time in the Aquatics area. Physical strength, stamina, and a great deal of written work are required. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved buttoned down shirt along with shoes that can get wet. This program is recommended only for older Scouts and strong swimmers. It is highly-recommended that the CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Adults are welcome to participate in the BSA Lifeguard program. Lifesaving This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate), and is a two-hour session. It is a challenging merit badge that requires physical strength and stamina. Bring long pants, long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet. It is recommended that CPR Instruction (requirement 13) be completed prior to camp. visit www.kiakima.com Rowing This is a one-hour session. Physical strength and stamina required. The skills are more difficult to master than in Canoeing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. Canoeing This is a two-hour session. Good physical strength and stamina required. This is a good merit badge to introduce boating; it is more fun and less difficult than rowing. It is recommended that the CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed before camp. Swimming Instruction This session is for Scouts in the non swimmer and beginner ability groups. The instruction will work to improve their swimming skills and aim toward advancing to the next ability group. The beginner’s test completes requirement 7 for Second Class, and the Swimmer’s test completes requirement 9 for First Class. 13 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �Leatherwork HANDICRAFTS AREA Art Scouts in this session should have some drawing or artistic experience. There is a lot of freedom in choosing medium and subjects for artwork. Requirement 7 may be completed before coming to camp. Art will be combined with textile’s merit badge. Wood Carving This merit badge is not recommended for first-year Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Knives are available for Scouts to use or Scouts may use their personal knives. Personal knives should be sharp and pocket knives are highly discouraged. Basketry Each Scout will learn to weave his own basket and make one that he can take home. This is an excellent merit badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for basket materials. Textiles Scouts will learn the process for making cloth and differences in types of fiber samples. Jobs in the textile industry are also discussed. This merit badge is excellent for younger Scouts. This is another good badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Requirement 3 may be done before coming to camp. Indian Lore This badge is recommended for all Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. This merit badge will involve the study of various American Indian tribes. Requirement 1 may be completed before coming to camp. ECO-CON AREA Soil & Water Conservation Learning to conserve the world’s most natural resource is critical to the survival of the human race. Scouts taking this merit badge will learn about the importance water plays on our environment. They will also do an in depth study on the conservation of soil and how soil plays an important role in environmental protection. Reptile & Amphibian Study This badge requires drawings and night observation (frog hunt). Requirement 2 may be done before coming to camp. Scouts must keep a reptile or amphibian for at least one month to complete this badge. This (requirement 8) must be done outside of camp. This merit badge is not recommended for Scouts who are very afraid of snakes, although the instruction may lessen these fears. Sculpture Scouts will learn basic sculpting and molding techniques through the use of clay and plaster. There will be a small fee for materials. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 14 visit www.kiakima.com �Fish & Wildlife Management There is some written material for this badge and a conservation project is also required. Scouts should bring old shoes to wear in the creek. Chemistry This session explores the chemical aspects of the environment through laboratory work and interactive discussions. Because of the nature of this merit badge, it is recommended for older Scouts. This merit badge will be limited to the first twelve Scouts. Fly Fishing/Fishing Environmental Science Scouts will be instructed in the use of a rod and reel and a fly rod. Scouts will also get the opportunity to tie their own flies and lures. These two badges will be taught in conjunction with each other. Nature This is an excellent introductory merit badge to the Nature area. It requires some hiking, and observation. This badge is required for Eagle and is a two-hour session. It requires daily hikes, field notes, and experiments. There is a great deal of written material, but some of it (Requirements 1, 6 and 7) can be completed before coming to camp. Younger Scouts are discouraged from taking this badge. Forestry A leaf collection, a field trip to a lumber mill, and a report on the field trip are required. Scouts need a notebook and adhesive tape for mounting the leaf collection, or complete it before coming to camp. (Requirement 1) Geology The badge requires a rock collection (requirement 2) which may be done before coming to camp. Requirements 5,6,8,12,13 may also be done before coming to camp. visit www.kiakima.com 15 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �Citizenship in the Nation Space Exploration Scouts have the opportunity to construct, launch and recover a model rocket. There is a small cost for the rocket kits. A couple of drawings are required which involve some creativity. These (Requirements 5 and 7) may be done before coming to camp. This is an Eagle required badge. Scouts will learn about the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. Scouts will also have the opportunity to contact his senator to share personal views on an issue. Weather SCOUTCRAFT Scouts will build a weather instrument and use it to track the weather during the week. This badge covers a lot of material. An interest or background in weather is helpful. Requirements 8, and 9 may be completed before coming to camp. LIFE TO EAGLE The Life to Eagle is an intensive program focused on some of the most difficult Eagle required merit badges. Scouts may complete as many requirements as is feasible over the course of the week. However, some requirements will need to be completed at home. As these Eagle required badges are quite involved, it would not be advisable for Scouts to take more than two of these badges at a time. Most of the badges require prior preparation or bringing materials from home. All of these sessions require written material. Scouts need to bring a standard notebook, pencil, and pen. Camping This badge is required for Eagle, and is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Scouts should bring appropriate camping equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, etc.) In addition, Scouts must bring a personal or unit tent from home suitable for backpacking, and know how to set it up. Requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 6a, 6b, and 7c may be done before coming to camp. Requirement 8 must be done before coming to camp. Communications This is a 2-hour badge and is Eagle required. Scouts will learn basic communication skills needed in today’s society. This badge is good for building self-confidence. Citizenship in the World This is a 2-hour badge and is Eagle required. Scouts will learn about diplomacy, international trade, and foreign relations. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 16 visit www.kiakima.com �Fire Safety This merit badge is recommended for all Scouts. They will learn about fire prevention in the home and create a protection plan for their family. This is an informative badge with lots of hands on, and may include a visit to a local fire station. Requirement 11 may be done prior to camp. Pioneering This two-hour session requires that you complete a pioneering project. Familiarity with knots, lashings, and splices important. First Aid This badge is required for Eagle and is a twohour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Wilderness Survival This badge is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Requirement 5 may be done before coming to camp. SHOOTING SPORTS Each Scout taking Rifle Shooting should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his arm. Rifle Shooting Emergency Preparedness This badge is required for Eagle and is a twohour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. Requirement 8 may be done before coming to camp. This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. Scouts should be at least 13 years of age or second year campers and have the strength and size to manage a 10-pound target rifle. As a means of determining this, the Scout should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his upper arm as shown. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. visit www.kiakima.com 17 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �Shotgun Shooting This program will teach Scouts the basics of handling and shooting a shotgun as well as safety precautions for firearms. They will have the chance to shoot both skeet and trap as well as practice to sharpen their skills. Scouts must be at least 14 years of age to take this merit badge. Archery This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. It is a good idea to plan to be free the hour after their session to allow for extra qualifying time. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Scouts must be at least second year campers. Athletics In this merit badge you will learn about sports training, officiating and all aspects of sportsmanship. This badge requires a considerable amount of physical exertion. Scouts will need to complete a battery of jumps, swims, pull-ups, push-ups, basketball throws, etc. SPORTS AREA NEW Golf Personal Fitness In this program you will learn all about this challenging sport, including USGA rules, golf etiquette, history, proper grip, stance and swing. You will practice your swing and shots on the driving rang. You will play a round of golf on a beautiful Cherokee Village golf course. A local golf instructor will give personal instruction and coaching. Participants can complete MOST of the requirements for Golf merit badge. You can bring your own clubs or use ours! 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 18 This required badge will give Scouts the opportunity to develop a fitness plan that they must maintain for 12 weeks. Scouts will also learn about different diseases related to lack of fitness and nutrition and learn different methods to help prevent them. Some requirements may conflict with certain religious views. Please review the requirements of this badge before enrolling. visit www.kiakima.com �OZARK VENTURE BASE high adventure T he need to keep older Scouts coming back to summer camp has long been recognized and the Ozark Adventure Base has been designed to meet that need. Whether you are in an older Boy Scout Troop Patrol or a coed Venture Crew, the Ozark Venture Base has something that meets your needs. Scouts participating in the OVB programs must be at least 13 years of age and have achieved the rank of First Class by January 1st. Pre-registration for these programs is mandatory. OVB programs include: Mountain Man, Ozark Ultimate Trek, COPE and Ozark Climbing School. All participants in the O.U.T program will be housed at a separate base camp location from their Scouting unit. Participants may be co-ed, as long as all participants are registered members of a Boy Scout Troop or Venturing Crew. If a Venturing Crew Kia Kima’s OZARK ADVENTURE BASE brings female members, a female adult leader must participate. Ozark Venture Base programs will provide food, cooking gear, and other group equipment. Please explore this next section of the leaders’ guide as it lists details regarding each program. Participants are responsible for all personal gear, including tents. (A detailed gear list is available in the box below for those participating in the O.U.T. program). A FEW HELPFUL TIPS OF WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR O.U.T. ADVENTURE....... „ „ „ „ „ „ „ „ Backpack suitable for a 10-mile hike Backpack tent (1/2 for the total amount of individuals going per troop) Sleeping Bag 2 Water bottles or hydration bag Long pants Hiking boots Insect repellent Individual mess kit or frisbee w/knife, fork & spoon visit www.kiakima.com 19 „ „ „ „ „ „ „ Flashlight or other portable lighting source Sunscreen Water shoes, aqua socks or old sneakers If you have a backpack stove (bring it-though not required) Raincoat or poncho Hat or cap Nose plugs for kayaking (optional) 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �O.U.T. Ozark Ultimate Trek O U.T. is the perfect combination of thrills and challenges from rock climbing,GPS navigation, hiking, and mountain biking, to caving, white water kayaking, and swift water rescue. Each crew that participates will go through 1-2 days of each program depending on the time frame. Scouts will have an opportunity to visit many of the back areas of the Syllamo Wilderness area. Crews will spend an entire day riding and learning about proper mountain biking techniques. The Syllamo Bike trail offers Scouts the opportunity to bike over 30 miles of trails with varying degrees of difficulty. Scouts participating in this program are encouraged to bring their own mountain bikes. Kia Kima does have a supply of mountain bikes for those Scouts that do not own one or are not able to transport it to camp. After you drop your bikes at a designated location, you will pick up your packs for an 8 mile backpacking trek. While on the trail you will learn all the skills necessary to hike in the wilderness and “leave no trace”. Many campers have described the Syllamore Mountain area as resembling a “Mini Philmont”. With its high ridges and breathtaking views, its sure to make for an inspiring trek. When you get tired of hiking all day, prepare to get wet. After a little instruction, you will be ready to head for the Spring River. Don’t worry, you’re not going there just to sight see. You will paddle the Class II+ white water in a kayak. Our instructors will teach you the ins and outs of manning 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 20 visit www.kiakima.com �your own whitewater kayak. While on the trip, you will learn about reading whitewater, river rescue techniques, surfing, throwing ropes, and much more. For those Scouts that have earned the canoeing merit badge, you will be able to complete the white water merit badge. Please note that canoeing is a prerequisite for this badge. After a long day on the river, you will return to camp for an evening of climbing instruction. This will prepare you for the full day of rock climbing that lies ahead. We have searched and found many local areas that contain climbing faces from 30-80 feet. After a week like this, we decided that you need a little time to cool off. Well, it’s not time to relax in the air conditioning just yet. You will get the opportunity to join us in some of the coolest caves in Arkansas. Caving may be done as an evening activity or a day trip depending upon time frames and schedules. Many of the evening activities in the OUT program will focus Scouts and Venturers on wilderness trip planning. Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in a Geocaching exercise, learn the art of fire-by-friction, and learn basic swiftwater rescue techniques. If you think you are up to the challenge, this program is for you. Participants need to be in top physical condition to undergo the challenges of this program. Crews will be housed off-site. Scouts may sign up as a troop or individually. This program is also designed for Venturing Crews. The maximum participation is 28, so register early. visit www.kiakima.com 21 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �MOUNTAIN MAN pioneer living T he Mountain Man program is a wonderful opportunity for your Scouts to learn about pioneer living as it happened in the 19th century. Many of the activities that Scouts participate in are hands on. Scouts will learn the art of forging and shaping steel into useful products that were used in everyday life. Hunting for our early settlers was a daunting task with their primitive weapons. Scouts will learn how to safely load, shoot and clean black powder shotguns and rifles. Be sure you to ask the instructor about “Rocky Mountain Skeet Shooting”. Cooking was an essential part of early living. In this program we teach the proper use of the dutch oven and cast iron cookware. An Indian sweatlodge was the early American form of the sauna. Scouts will have an opportunity to participate then plunge into the cool waters of the South Fork River. Primitive Tools always make building handy. The crosscut saw, draw knife, shaving horse, ax, and hammer were all essential tools for early pioneers. Scouts will have the opportunity to use all of these. All participants in this program will learn the art of knifemaking and make a primitive knife that they will be able to keep. This is a three hour program that meets daily throughout the week. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 22 visit www.kiakima.com �C.O.P.E challenging outdoor personal experience T he Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience, or C.O.P.E. program is a week-long high adventure activity for older Scouts that teaches advanced team-building and problem solving skills. Scouts will learn to work as a group and function as a team to meet a series of high and low COPE elements. Participants should be at least 13 years old. Kia Kima has one of the finest high ropes courses of any Boy Scout Camp. The goals of project COPE are to build leadership, self esteem, decision making, trust, and teamwork. This is accomplished by progressing, as a group, through a series of increasingly physically and mentally challenging excercises that require cooperation and teamwork to complete. visit www.kiakima.com 23 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �OZARK CLIMBING SCHOOL climbing repelling H & as the thought of rappelling off a 55 foot climbing tower ever entered your mind? What about scaling a rock surface over 80 feet tall? If so, then the Ozark Climbing School is a program for you. Scouts will work all week to learn proper knots and belaying techniques that will allow them to safely traverse Kia Kima’s brand new 55 foot climbing tower. As you work your way up and down the tower’s 50 ft walls you will be preparing for an off-site climb to a canyon located in Ravenden Springs, Arkansas. This canyon boasts cliffs towering to over 90 feet in height. Participants that go through this program will earn the climbing merit badge. This is a challenging program that last three hours. Participants should be at least 13 years of age and in great physical condition. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 24 visit www.kiakima.com �EXTREME twilight M aybe you are an adventurous soul and want a little more out of the evenings than swimming or the regular run of the mill happenings at camp. Maybe you need a few more merit badges and couldn’t take one of the high adventure programs. If this description fits you, then come visit one of our extreme twilight activities. These activities are held in the evening or on Fridays. They will give you a small taste of the high adventure programs we offer at Kia Kima. Mountain Boarding – This EXTREME TWILIGHT activity will be a true test of balance for your Scouts. Mountain Boards are basically oversized skateboards with wheels. Scouts will learn to traverse some of our easier hiking trails especially picked for this activity. Scouts participating wear full protective gear including helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves. This is an extreme activity that you will not want to miss. Extreme Climbing – If you walk through camp you can’t help but notice the 55 foot climbing and rappelling tower that looms over the valley. This will be an opportunity for you to experience it first hand. Our climbing staff will train and guide you. Before you know it, you will be scaling the 50 foot climbing surface. visit www.kiakima.com 25 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �EXTREME twilight, contd. Thunderbird Aquatics – This program will be offered in the morning and afternoon on Fridays. Scouts that sign up will be able to go off site and visit Lake Thunderbird for a half day of waterskiing and tubing. You must be at least 13 for this adventure. Each session is limited to 6 Scouts. The cost of this session is $10. Leave No Trace Training – Leave no trace has become the “new standard” when camping in the out-of-doors. This brief introductory session will teach Scouts and Scouters 7 basic principals of outdoor stewardship; Planning, travel, waste disposal, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife, and courtesy to other visitors. Kayaking BSA – Ever wanted to drop a 40 foot waterfall? How about navigate a class IV rapid? If you are an adrenaline junky, come on out and take Kayak BSA. This program will teach you the basics of kayaking. Scouts participating will learn the forward stroke, reverse stroke, sweep stroke, draw stroke, wet exits and much more. Scouts that successfully complete this course are eligible to receive the Kayaking BSA patch. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 26 visit www.kiakima.com �MERIT BADGE program for camp cherokee C amp Cherokee was established in 1965 as an “outpost camp”. Though creature comforts do exist at Cherokee, the troops who visit still enjoy the “rustic” setting and “village like” atmosphere. Camp Cherokee has eight campsites with several located along or near John Cooper Lake. Troops at Camp Cherokee will find traditional camp programs presented by a quality staff. Programs include Nature/Ecology, Scoutcraft, Handicraft, Shooting Sports, the Trailblazer Program, and Aquatics. Because of the limited capacity at Cherokee, most programs have great opportunities for small group sessions and personal instruction. The aquatics program on John Cooper Lake at Camp Cherokee provides Scouts an opportunity to experience the thrill of small boat sailing, in addition to Swimming, Lifesaving, Canoeing, Rowing, and BSA Lifeguard. The Kia Kima Mile Swim is also held at Camp Cherokee on Saturday mornings. John Cooper Lake is chocked full of fish, catfish, bream, crappie, and small mouth bass. You can fish from the banks, or from the fishing pier, and if you’re a swimmer, you can fish from our rowboats. Eight troop campsites are outfitted with two man wall tents on platforms. Each tent has two metal beds with mattresses. Each troop has a latrine and facilities for handwashing and showers. A hot shower facility is centrally located. visit www.kiakima.com KEY TO PROGRAM ICONS The following icons are used in the Program Information section of this guide to help you in easily identifying the which sessions are most appropriate for which Scouts. Be sure to read the program description for details about that particular program. One hour session Two hour session Three hour session All day program Recommended for all Scouts Recommended for younger Scouts Recommended for older Scouts Merit Badge required for Eagle Written material required Program fee or material cost Indicates requirements that must be completed at home; they can not be completed at camp Indicates requirements that may be completed before coming to camp to allow more time for aditional activities Indicates a prerequisite for this program Taught in conjunction with another Merit Badge 27 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �AQUATICS AREA BSA Lifeguard required to swim an increased amount each day and build up to a mile. This is a rigorous program that certifies a Scout to be a Lifeguard. Scouts are required to spend all of their time in the Aquatics area. Bring long pants, a longsleeved buttoned down shirt along with shoes that can get wet. This program is recommended only for older Scouts and strong swimmers. Canoeing This is a two-hour session. Good physiRowing cal strength and stamina required. This is a good merit badge to introduce boating; it is more fun and less difficult than rowing. This is a one-hour session. Physical strength and stamina required. The skills are more difficult to master than in Lifesaving Canoeing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. This badge is required for Eagle (with alSmall Boat Sailing ternate), and is a two-hour session. It is a challenging merit badge that requires physical strength and stamina. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved button down shirt, This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is and shoes that can get wet. required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entry-level Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants Motorboating and long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet to inflate clothing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to This is a one hour merit badge. Scouts camp. will learn the proper technique for operSwimming ating a motor boat, dropping anchors, fueling and much more. Recommended for 2nd year campers. This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is Mile Swim required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entry-level Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants and long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can This is not a merit badge, but allows Scouts be gotten wet. It is highly recommended that CPR into earn the Mile Swim badge. Scouts are struction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 28 visit www.kiakima.com �Textiles Swimming Instruction This session is for Scouts in the Non- swimmer and Beginner ability groups. The instruction will work to improve their swimming skills and aim toward advancing to the next ability group. The Beginner’s test completes requirement 7 for Second Class, and the Swimmer’s test completes requirement 9 for First Class. HANDICRAFTS AREA Scouts will learn the process for making cloth and differences in types of fiber samples. Jobs in the textile industry are also discussed. This merit badge is excellent for younger Scouts. Sculpture Scouts will learn basic sculpting and molding techniques through the use of clay and plaster. There will be a small fee for materials. Art Scouts in this session should have some drawing or artistic experience. There is a lot of freedom in choosing medium and subjects for artwork. Requirement 7 may be completed before coming to camp. Combined with Textiles. Wood Carving This merit badge is not recommended for first-year Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Knives are available for Scouts to use or Scouts may use their personal knives. Personal knives should be sharp and pocket knives are highly discouraged. Basketry Each Scout will learn to weave his own basket and make one that he can take home. This is an excellent merit badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for basket materials. This badge often takes less than the full week to complete. visit www.kiakima.com Leatherwork This is another good badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Requirement 3 may be done before coming to camp. Indian Lore This badge is recommended for all Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. This merit badge will involve the study of various American Indian tribes. Our camp is fortunate enough to be located near several major tribes. Requirement 1 may be completed before coming to camp. 29 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �ECO-CON AREA Environmental Science Soil & Water Conservation This badge is required for Eagle and is a two-hour session. It requires daily hikes, field notes, and experiments. There is a great deal of written material, Learning to conserve the world’s most natural but some of it (Requirements 1, 6 and 7) can be comresource is critical to the survival of the human race. pleted before coming to camp. Younger Scouts are Scouts taking this merit badge will learn about the discouraged from taking this badge. importance water plays on our environment. They will also do an in depth study on the conservation of soil and how soil plays an important role in Forestry environmental protection. Reptile & Amphibian Study A leaf collection, a field trip to a lumber mill, and a report on the field trip are required. Scouts need a notebook and adhesive tape for mounting the leaf colThis badge requires drawings and night observation lection, or complete it before coming to camp. (Re(frog hunt). Requirement 2 may be done before com- quirement 1) ing to camp. Scouts must keep a reptile or amphibian for at least one month to complete this badge. This (requirement 8) must be done outside of camp. This merit badge is not recommended for Scouts who are Fly Fishing/Fishing very afraid of snakes, although the instruction may lessen these fears. Scouts will be instructed in the use of a rod and reel and a fly rod. Scouts will also get the opportunity to tie their own flies and lures. These two badges will be taught in conjuncScouts have the opportunity to construct, launch and tion with each other. recover a model rocket. There is a small cost for the rocket kits. A couple of drawings are required which involve some creativity. These (Requirements 5 and 7) may be done before coming to camp. Chemistry Space Exploration Nature This session explores the chemical aspects of the environment through laboratory work and interacThis is an excellent introductory merit badge to the tive discussions. Because of the nature of this merit Nature area. It requires some hiking, and observa- badge, it is recommended for older Scouts. This merit tion. Requirement 5 must be completed outside of badge will be limited to the first twelve Scouts. camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 30 visit www.kiakima.com �Geology The badge requires a rock collection (requirement 2) which may be done before coming to camp. Requirements 5,6,8,12,13 may also be done before coming to camp. SHOOTING SPORTS Rifle Shooting This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. Scouts should be at least 13 years of age or second year campers and have the strength and size to manage a 10-pound target rifle. As a means of determining this, the Scout should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his upper arm as shown on page 18. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Shotgun Shooting This program will teach Scouts the basics of handling and shooting a shotgun as well as safety precautions for firearms. They will have the chance to shoot both skeet and trap as well as practice to sharpen their skills. Scouts must be at least 14 years of age to take this merit badge. SCOUTCRAFT Camping This badge is required for Eagle, and is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Scouts should bring appropriate camping equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, etc.) In addition, Scouts must bring a personal or unit tent from home suitable for backpacking, and know how to set it up. Requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 6a, 6b, and 7c may be done before coming to camp. Requirement 8 must be done before coming to camp. Archery This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it requires a lot of time to qualify. It is a good idea to plan to be free the hour after their session to allow for extra qualifying time. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Scouts must be at least second year campers. visit www.kiakima.com 31 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �Emergency Preparedness This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate) and is a two-hour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. Requirement 8 may be done before coming to camp. First Aid This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate) and is a two-hour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Fire Safety Wilderness Survival This merit badge is recommended for all Scouts. They will learn about fire prevention in the home and create a protection plan for their family. This is an informative badge with lots of hands on, and may include a visit to a local fire station. Requirement 11 may be done prior to camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp This badge is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Requirement 5 may be done before coming to camp. 32 visit www.kiakima.com �Pioneering This two-hour session requires that you complete a pioneering project. Familiarity with knots, lashings, and splices are important. SPORTS AREA Personal Fitness Golf In this program you will learn all about this challenging sport, including USGA rules, golf etiquette, history, proper grip, stance and swing. You will practice your swing and shots on the driving rang. You will play a round of golf on a beautiful Cherokee Village golf course. A local golf instructor will give personal instruction and coaching. Participants can complete MOST of the requirements for Golf merit badge. You can bring your own clubs or use ours! This required badge will give Scouts the opportunity to develop a fitness plan that they must maintain for 12 weeks. Scouts will also learn about different diseases related to lack of fitness and nutrition and different methods to help prevent them. Some requirements may conflict with certain religious views. Please review the requirements of this badge before enrolling. NEW Athletics In this merit badge you will learn about sports training, officiating and all aspects of sportsmanship. This badge requires a considerable amount of physical exertion. Scouts will need to complete a battery of jumps, swims, pull ups, push ups, basketball throws, etc. visit www.kiakima.com 33 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �WHAT TO bring to camp INDIVIDUAL CHECKLIST UNIT EQUIPMENT ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Troop Flag First aid kits Patrol flags Bow saws Lanterns Rope Extra Plastic Brooms Water hose WHAT KIA KIMA PROVIDES ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Flagpole Latrine and water supply Campsite shower (hot showers available at central showers) 1 picnic table per campsite 2-man tents Tent platforms Bunks with mattresses Bulletin Board Fire buckets † Scout Uniform (Scouts and Leaders are expected to wear full Scout Uniforms at all evening flag ceremonies, evening meals, and programs. Full Scout uniform in cludes official shirt, shorts, socks, and belt.) 3-5 pairs of socks * Sweater or jacket Swim trunks Raincoat or poncho* Extra underwear and t-shirts Hiking and/or tennis shoes Bath towel and soap Tooth brush and tooth paste* Comb or brush* Sleeping bag or sheet, blanket and pillow Flashlight and extra batteries* Jeans or long pants Long-sleeved sweat shirt* Insect repellent Hat or cap* Boy Scout Handbook* Individual program needs Health Form (filled out and signed-medical examinations will NOT be given at camp) Spending money (consult troop leaders) Sunscreen* Canteen or water bottle* Stationary, pen or pencil Appropriate Merit Badge Books* Bible or personal religious literature † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † Optional † Musical Instrument † Sewing kit* † Camera and film* † Pocket knife (no sheath knives permitted!)* † Sunglasses * Items available at the Kia Kima Trading Post 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 34 visit www.kiakima.com �WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP Personal firearms 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 as well. Any such equipment brought to camp must be delivered to the Reservation Director when the unit checks-in. It will be returned when the unit checks out. In addition, no pets of any kind or fireworks are allowed in camp. This is policy of the Boy Scouts of America. Finally we recommend that items such as radios, tape players, electronic games, and other electronic devices not be brought to camp. Summer camp is an outdoor experience, and these items are not appropriate to that experience. ! No pets of any kind or fireworks are allowed in camp. This is BSA policy. TIPS Other than some basic items, different people and units will bring different items with them. A good exercise is to think about your perfect week at camp and bring items that you see in your mental picture. If you want to spend the week fishing don’t forget to bring your rod and tackle box. To help you keep from forgetting those important items, we have a list to help you with your packing. visit www.kiakima.com 35 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �TRAILBLAZERS program T he Trailblazer program is designed to meet the needs of Scouts who have been enrolled for less than one year. Our Trailblazer program focuses on the Tenderfoot to First Class Requirements. Trailblazer is broken into three parts each lasting one hour. The first session offered is Trailblazer Tenderfoot. This session is designed for those Scouts that have recently joined a troop. Scouts will work on 3, 4a, 4b, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10A, 11,12a, and 12b requirements for Tenderfoot rank. Trailblazer 2nd class is the next progression. If you have Scouts that have already completed the tenderfoot rank, they may want to take this session. In trailblazer second class, requirements 1a, 1b, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g, 3, 5, 6a, 6c, 7a, 7b, 7c, and 8 of the second class rank will be covered. Trailblazer 1st Class will be offered for those Scouts needing to work on the First class rank. Scouts may enroll in these sessions individually or consecutively. These one hour sessions will be offered consecutively in the morning and afternoon at Osage and in the afternoon at Cherokee. This type of program will give your more advanced first year Scouts an opportunity to participate in additional advancement 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp opportunities while at camp. Each Scout in the Trailblazers Program will learn the basic skills that all Scouts must master to become proficient in camping and outdoor activities. Trailblazers will be a three-hour, comprehensive outdoor program. While designed primarily for Scouts who are new to the Scouting program and those coming to summer camp for the first time, it is not limited to those Scouts. The Trailblazers staff will be comprised of older, experienced staff members that will help your Scouts master the basic skills for camping, cooking, first aid, rope work, map and compass, and nature study. Each Scout will receive credit for the requirements that he completes at camp. How much each Scout completes is up to him, and it is very possible that different Scouts will complete different requirements and some may complete more than others. 36 visit www.kiakima.com �TWILIGHT activities M any opportunities are available for unit activities in the evening hours prior to Taps. Some activities have been scheduled by camp staff, and are open to all Scouts and leaders. Other activities may be done on a troop basis and can be scheduled by the unit leader through the appropriate area director. This year we will have evening merit badge instruction and some areas will be open for further instruction. This will give Scouts an extra opportunity to finish merit badges or take an extra one. The aquatics area will sponsor free boating and swimming. These open nights are available on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Scouts that do not enroll in regular Aquatics sessions will have the opportunity during these times to participate in waterfront activities. Other twilight activities such as troop shoot, rappelling, swamped canoe race, volleyball competition, Scoutmaster belly flop contest, and Scoutmaster cook-off are just a few other activities you may participate in. CAMPFIRES Campfires are the place where your Scout spirit can come alive. We will open with a Campfire on Sunday evenings at the Amphi-theater. This will be an opportunity for Scouts to meet the staff of the various areas of camp. Our final camp-fire will be held on Friday evening and will close out the week. Remember, Class A uniforms are worn at all campfires. Our Friday evening campfire is also an Order of the Arrow callout ceremony. Units wishing to have Scouts called out should contact the appropriate Order of the Arrow representation during their week at camp. Out of council units are required to have a letter from their lodge granting permission for members of their troops to be called out. ! Class A uniforms are required to be worn at every campfire. visit www.kiakima.com 37 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �HONOR & merit troop awards T he Honor Troop and Merit Troop awards recognize units that participate fully in the camp program, follow camp rules and demonstrate the true spirit of Scouting. HONOR TROOP In addition to completing all 8 requirements in the Merit Troop section, to be an Honor Troop, a unit must complete 2 of the 3 following requirements. MERIT TROOP † The unit has at least one adult that attends the Scoutmasters’ planning conference to be held in May. † The unit performs a conservation or camp improvement project while at camp. The project must be approved beforehand, and checked upon completion by the Nature Director or Program Director. † The unit plans one inter-troop or inter-campsite activity. The activity must foster a sense of Scouting friendship between at least two units. Complete 7 of the 8 following requirements. † The unit has 50% of its active membership at camp. † Scouts attending camp participate in scheduled activities (merit badges, free swims, and other activities of the day). Older Scouts should try to take advantage of OVB programs. † The Senior Patrol leader or designated assistant attends all SPL meetings and the Scoutmaster or assistant attends all leaders’ meetings. † The Scouts and leaders attend the evening meals in Class A uniform. † The unit maintains a clean campsite throughout the week. † The unit attends vesper service † The unit has Order of the Arrow members that participate or plan to participate in the Callout ceremony. † The unit participates in at least one flag ceremony or says grace at a meal. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 38 visit www.kiakima.com �LEADERS opportunities just for leaders T here is still plenty to do at Kia Kima. We promise you won’t be sitting in your campsite, unless of course, that is what you want to do. The following are leader opportunities that we have offered at Kia Kima. Leadership trainings change from week to week based on the availability of instructors. Some of these courses may not be offered your particular week. If you are a district or council level trainer, feel free to talk to the program director and teach a course. TRAINING Climb On Safely Climb on Safely is a climbing orientation course for all leaders. This course will not certify a leader to operate a climbing program but will give them hands on knowledge on how to assist a certified Climbing Instructor. CPR Safe Swim Defense & Safety Afloat All BSA Lifeguard candidates will have the opportunity to complete their CPR requirement while at camp. A six-hour course will be offered to these candidates. Adult leaders who choose to go through the training may fill the extra spaces in the session. These programs are sponsored by the aquatics area, and provide valuable information concerning the BSA’s policies for aquatic activities on the unit level, such as a troop swim visit www.kiakima.com 39 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �Climbing Instructor Certification This training will include “Climb on Safely” training. This will certify leaders as climbing instructors. Space is limited. Fire By Friction Training The ability to create fire without the use of matches has long been a skill at Boy Scout Camp events. In this session, leaders will be able to learn the fine art of creating fire. Our skilled instructors will teach friction methods such as, the bow drill, hand drill, and the fire saw. Demonstrations will also take place on how to build fire with flint and steel, battery and steel wool, wire coat hangers, and the fire piston. This is a wonderful opportunity for leaders. SCOUT LEADER COOKOFF EXTRAVAGANZA (AKA Iron Scoutmaster Competition) Showcase your cooking skills in our leaders’ cook-off. Whether it is a pot of chilli, cobbler, baked hens, jambalaya or homemade bread, plan to participate in this event. A select few of our lucky or maybe unlucky (depending on the meal) will be called upon to judge this event. The winners of this event will receive a special limited edition recognition piece at the closing campfire on Friday evening. ADVANCEMENT Often, adults in camp bring with them special knowledge or skills that would be beneficial to various merit badge sessions. If any adult would like to assist with a merit badge—or offer one not on the scheduleplease see the Program Director at the Sunday Leaders’ Meeting. Also, adults are needed to help with transportation for the field trips, and the Ozark Adventure Base sessions. Youth Protection This training is required for all leaders that take kids on trips in the BSA. This is a very important session to attend as it states many of the BSA’s Policies on youth and adult interaction. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 40 visit www.kiakima.com �SERVICE If you are a carpenter, plumber, electrician, or just a general handyman, your skills are always needed at camp. The Camp Ranger will be glad to suggest a list of projects to any interested leader. Bring your tools and feel at home. SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE The Kia Kima Scoutmaster Achievement Award, a.k.a. Scoutmaster Merit Badge, recognizes the tremendous contribution adult leaders make to the camp and the Scouts in attendance. To qualify for the award, an adult leader must complete six of the ten requirements during the week, or complete one of the weeklong options. Applications for the award should be submitted by Friday afternoon. Option One Complete six of these ten requirements: † † Volunteer for at least two hours in the Trading Post Help supervise the clean-up of the Commisary or Dining Hall for three meals. Serve as an assistant cook for three meals Row for the Mile Swim Volunteer in the Trailblazers area for one day Serve as an assistant Ranger for one full day Drive a vehicle on a field trip Participant in one of the training programs offered during the week Lifeguard at the Aquatics area for an evening Assist in a program area for one day Other activity approved ahead of time by the Program Director or Camp Director † † † † † † † † † Option Two Complete one of these four requirements: † Serve as an assistant ranger for a part of at least four days Instruct a merit badge for a week Complete the BSA Lifeguard program Serve as the Camp Chaplain for the Wednesday vespers † † † visit www.kiakima.com 41 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �CAMP CHEROKEE 2007 Program Registration Codes 9:00 10:00 11:00 BSA Lifeguard 2:00 Motorboating 356 374 Canoeing 322 Lifesaving Rowing 341 Swimming 311 331 344 356 Swimming Instruction 314 Tenderfoot Trailblazer 4:00 353 Small Boat Sailing Aquatics 3:00 391 (All Day) 204 Second Class 215 First Class 226 Wood Carving Indian Lore Handicraft Area Leatherwork Basketry Art/Textiles Sculpture Scoutcraft Area 444 P EE M K A C RO E H C 481 493 432 423 412 415 Fire Safety 243 246 Camping Wilderness Survival Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Forestry Fishing / Fly Fishing 261 284 272 291 294 143 124 161 194 Geology Soil and Water Conservation 102 153 Reptile / Amphibian Study 112 Nature Space Exploration 133 135 156 184 Environmental Science 171 Rifle 651 Shotgun Shooting Archery 641 Personal Fitness 501 175 653 655 675 645 Athletics 513 Golf 515 516 521 Mountain Man Rend. 921 Ozark Climbing School 951 COPE 961 Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 106 151 Weather Ozark Venture Base 436 236 Chemistry Sports Area 485 494 233 First Aid Shooting Sports 446 Emergency Preparedness Pioneeering Nature Area 441 954 964 991 (Week Long Program) 42 visit www.kiakima.com �CAMP OSAGE 2007 Program Registration Codes 9:00 10:00 11:00 BSA Lifeguard Aquatics Canoeing Lifesaving 322 314 331 Tenderfoot 335 201 204 Second Class 212 215 First Class 223 Wood Carving 441 Indian Lore 481 Leatherwork 491 444 Pioneeering Wilderness Survival First Aid Chemistry Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Forestry Fly Fishing / Fishing Nature Area Geology 494 436 422 424 P M E A G C A S O Soil and Water Conservation Nature 486 493 Life To Eagle Shooting Sports 243 271 284 291 294 143 146 122 125 161 166 132 134 153 101 104 135 112 151 156 184 171 173 Citizenship in the Nation 743 175 744 711 715 Communications 721 725 Rifle Shotgun Shooting 651 653 645 Athletics Personal Fitness Golf 513 501 504 521 921 Ozark Climbing School 951 COPE 961 Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) visit www.kiakima.com 655 675 641 Mountain Man Rend. Ozark Venture Base 246 265 Citizenship in the World Archery Sports Area 236 261 Weather Environmental Science 415 233 Reptile / Amphibian Study Space Exploration 425 412 Emergency Preparedness Fire Safety 446 433 Art/Textiles Camping 226 483 Basketry Scoutcraft Area 356 311 Swimming Instruction Sculpture 4:00 353 Swimming Handicraft Area 3:00 324 344 341 Rowing Trailblazer 2:00 391 (All Day) 954 964 991 (Week Long Program) 43 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 44 visit www.kiakima.com �HOW TO GET TO KIA KIMA visit www.kiakima.com 45 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp �s e t o N 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 46 visit www.kiakima.com � 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 W elcome to Kia Kima Scout Reservation 2007. The 2007 Program committee looks forward to serving you at camp this summer. Boy Scout Camp is the highlight of a Scout’s year. Memories will be made that will last a lifetime. This summer will showcase Scouting for units from Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, Indiana, Illinois, Texas, and many other states. It is the goal of Kia Kima Scout Reservation to provide your Scouts with a high quality program in a semi-wilderness setting. In order to make this program possible, we must begin to plan now. Please review this guide as it contains crucial information regarding our summer camping program. If you have questions for which you cannot find answers, please give us a call. Please help Scouting by making camp available to all boys in your unit. Camperships are available on the council level for those families that need assistance. On behalf of the Chickasaw Council and the 2007 Kia Kima Staff, we look forward to serving you this summer. Yours in Scouting J. Andrew Armstrong Reservation Director visit kiakima.com 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp TAB LE of contents Camp Fees & Campsite Reservations Summer Camp Fee Schedule Campsite Reservation Financial Assistance/Campership What To Bring To Camp 34 1 Individual Checklist 34 1 2 2 Trail Blazers 36 Twilight Activities 37 Safety & Registration Procedures 3 Registration Procedures Camp Address 4 5 Honor & Merit Troop 38 General Information 6 Just for Leaders 39 Check-in Check-out Mail & email 7 11 11 Training Opportunities Scout Leader Cook-off Scoutmaster Merit Badge 39 40 41 Program Information 12 Class Schedules 42 & 43 Camp Osage Merit Badge Information Ozark Venture Base Ozark Ultimate Trek Mountain Man C.O.P.E. Ozark Climbing School Extreme Twilight Camp Cherokee Merit Badges Information 12 19 20 22 23 24 25 27 44 & 45 visit kiakima.com Maps 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp PREPARING FOR CAMP campsite reservations & NEW The physical facilities of the camp are awaiting the arrival of your troop. Kia Kima Scout Reservation is planning to operate for five weeks of summer camp. Having made your campsite reservation for 2007, you are on your way to a terrific visit at Kia Kima. The Camp Fee Schedule can be found in the table on the bottom of the page. To prepare for this summer, it is necessary for units to make financial commitments to reserve space for each Scout attending. Units are required to make a payment of $35.00 per Scout by March 31, 2007. This will reserve space for these Scouts. It is possible to add campers later but only with permission of the Reservation Director and with available space. The $35.00 payment will be applied to the total camp fee.This deposit is nonrefundable but may be transferred to other Scouts attending this event. The next payment of $90 is due on May 15th. By using this registration process, we can better determine the number of Scouts attending camp from each unit, and allow camp staff to adjust their programs accordingly. Smaller units may be asked to share a campsite with another unit if the minimum size is not met. SUMMER CAMP FEE SCHEDULE Scouts from Chickasaw Council $180.00 Shotgun Shooting $25 per participant Scouts from other Councils $195.00 Golf $10 per participant Ozark Ultimate Trek Mountain Man Rendevous $50 per participant Please Note: Leader’s fees are prorated based on the number of Scouts that attend camp with your unit. Please refer to the table on page 9. COPE Ozark Ultimate Trek Adult $50 per participant Leader’s Fee visit www.kiakima.com $85 per participant $20 per participant 1 $20 per participant 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp CAMPSITE CAPACITIES Camp Osage CAMPSITE RESERVATION Units using a campsite in 2007 may reserve it for 2008 by placing a deposit on that site prior to leaving camp. Campsites available after August 1, 2007, may be reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Campsite deposits are refundable until January 1, 2007. After that date, they are not refundable. Troops that withdraw their deposit by January 1, 2007 will receive a deposit refund. Troops that make a reservation, but for some reason do not show, forfeit their $100 deposit. All summer camp correspondence and registration materials should be sent to the Scout Service Center until 5:00 PM on May 31st. Beginning May 31st, all camp correspondence should be sent directly to the camp. The camp office will be open from May 31st until July 15th. Summer camp administration will not be able to be reached at camp before or after these dates. Smaller units may be asked to share a campsite with another unit if the minimum size is not met. SCOUTS NEEDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Bobwhite 18 Copperhead 16 White Horse 16 Broken Bow 40 Whispering Rapids 20 Turkey Run 16 Fox Fire 14 Cedar Rock 20 Running Deer 44 Crazy Wolf 18 Talking Turtle 24 Yellow Dog 24 Dancing Bear 40 Tall Pines 38 Cherokee Camperships are available to help Scouts who need financial assistance. The unit leader must make a request in writing by filling out a campership request for Kia Kima. All guidelines for campership applications can be found on the reverse side of the application. The deadline for camperships is April 1st. The amount of the Campership will be based upon family income. The boy’s family, troop, and chartered organization should pool their resources first, with a campership request to meet the balance. Each unit receiving a campership will receive a credit voucher that is redeemable at the Office or at Camp. It is necessary to have the voucher on hand in order to receive credit. 2 Capacity Capacity Atchu 18 Anicus 24 Mizin 18 Wulit 36 Sanquen 16 Topi 18 Gawi 14 Machque 30 Espan 40 visit www.kiakima.com SAFETY & REGISTRATION procedures A ll Scouts and leaders attending camp must have a physical examination before coming to camp, and must have the proper medical form completed. Arkansas State Law requires a minimum Class 2, updated annually (no. 34412 A) Medical Form for all Scouts and leaders. The examination must be performed by a licensed physician. These forms are available through the Scout Service Center or at www.kiakima.com. Please use the most current versions of this form. Contact your District Executive if you have any questions. Each Scout and leader will have a health recheck after his arrival, and EQUIRED EDICAL ORMS the troop’s medical forms will be kept on file with the camp’s health officer. They will be returned to the unit All Scouts and leaders are required to have a physical leader at the end of the examination before camp and complete the appropriate week. Adult leaders who medical form will be in camp for less than 72 hours are not required to Scouts & leaders must have a minimum Class 2, have a complete physical; updated annually (#34412 A) however, a personal examination health history (Class 1 Medical Form) is required. Please make arrangements for physical examinations to be completed before arrival at summer camp. Any Scout or leader who does not have a completed health form – inArkansas State Law cluding examination – will be restricted from all requires a minimum Class 2, updated ancamp activities until proper examination has been nually (no. 34412 A) given. R M F ! Medical Form for all Scouts and leaders. visit www.kiakima.com 3 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY A qualified individual is on duty in the Health Lodge 24 hours a day. In the unlikely event of serious illness or injury to a Scout, he will be taken to a nearby hospital. The Health Lodge is available to store and administer prescription medicines as directed by the Scout’s personal physician and parents. No prescription medication will be paid for by the camp or the Chickasaw Council. Normal insurance filing procedures will apply. FIRE SAFETY Kia Kima has a fire emergency alarm system. This system will be explained at the first leaders’ meeting, and a test of the system will be conducted early in the week. Some firefighting equipment is located at the nature lodge. This equipment is not to be used by Scouts. Scouts do not fight fires under any circumstances. Under no circumstances shall flames of any kind be used in any tent. If a Scout or leader plans to use their own tent for lodging, they must have the tent labeled “No flames in Tents”, This can be stenciled on the tent or placed on a card in front of the tent. Flashlights and battery powered lanterns, which do not pose an asphyxiation threat, are permissible. REGISTRATION Our goal is to make the registration process as painless as possible. The Registration Packet that accompanies this guide contains all the required forms and detailed instructions for completing each step. Leaders will note that the registration process is divided into 5 major steps. For your convenience, the forms required for each step have a corresponding number. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp If, after reviewing the leaders guide to summer camp, you still have questions, additional help can be found at the camp website, www.KiaKima.com. This site contains additional registration tips and last minute updates regarding summer camp. CAMP APPLICATION 1 This is the first step of the registration 1 process. Submit the Camp ap- plication (KKSR A) with your campsite preference. Also include the estimated number of boys you plan to bring. Submit this form, along with a $100 deposit, to the Scout Service Center any time after August 1st. Keep in mind; some campsites may already be reserved. UNIT COUNT FORM 2 The second step of the registration process is a Unit Count that indicates the number of Scouts from your unit attending camp. Complete the Unit Count Form (KKSR 1) and return it to the Scout Service Center no later than March 31st. This form should be submitted with a $35 deposit per Scout. This fee is transferable but not refundable. Upon submitting this form, your unit will be emailed a username and password to log into our online registration system. Registration for classes is on a first-come, first served basis, so register early. Form KKSR1, Part B is included for your convenience if you are unable to access the online system. 4 visit www.kiakima.com 3 REGISTRATION FORM 4 FINAL FINANCIAL FORM This is the second summer camp payment. Please submit the Registration Form (KKSR 2, Part A & B) and return them with $90 per Scout by May 15th. Part B is the T-shirt order form. This is also available in the online registration system. Please submit sizes for adults and youth registered. This form must be received by May 15th to receive complimentary shirts. Additional shirts will be available at the Trading Post. like assistance with the online system or the means to register via computer, visit the Scout Service Center. Please ensure that all adults and youth are entered in the registration system. Sessions typically limited in size include merit badges in the Shooting Sports area and Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) Program. Preference for participation will be based upon date of session registration and the age of the participant. The unit will be notified if any Scouts are registered for an OUT Program that is full. All other program closures will be announced Sunday when you arrive. The final payment includes the balance of the camp fee, leaders fees, and special program fees. This may be paid at check-in after arriving at camp on Sunday, or you may send it before you arrive. Complete the Final Financial Form (KKSR3) and send it to the camp address. This form is a summary of all financial transactions and should be the last payment in the registration process. Do not send this form, payment, or any registration materials less than two weeks prior to your arrival at camp. 5 CHECK - IN The registration process is completed when you check in on Sunday after arriving at Camp. If you conducted your swim checks prior to camp, bring the optional Swim Check Form (KKSR 4A) with you to camp. Do not mail these forms: have them ready at ORRESPONDENCE check-in. Also, when you check in at the program office, we will update schedules, settle any remaining All summer camp correspondence and regisbalances and complete any remaining paperwork. tration materials should be sent to the Scout Service Center until May 31st. SUMMER CAMP After May 31st, the ADDRESSES ONFIRMATION HANGES summer camp operaWhen registering online for classes, please tion will be moved to Before May 31st Chickasaw Council, BSA save your confirmation. If a schedule change takes the camp facility so all 171 South Hollywood place, you will be notified from our administrative correspondence should Memphis, Tennessee 38112 staff prior to your arrival at camp. be sent directly to (901) 327-4193 Fax: (901) 327-2010 Units that are unable to register online will camp. In order to asstill be able to turn in the registration form (KKSR sure that your paperAfter May 31st Part A) by the established deadline and we can work arrives at the Kia Kima Scout Reservation manually enter you into the system. Please keep in proper location, please 629 Kia Kima Trail Hardy, Arkansas 72542 mind that some sessions will have filled by this date. follow this step. The (870) 257-4935 Please include alternate courses. addresses for both loFax: (870) 257-4714 For your convenience there are computer cations are listed in the email: director@kiakima.com teminals available at the Scout Office. If you would table on this page. C C visit www.kiakima.com &C 5 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp GENERAL information K ia Kima is known for pro- in and check-out, for the purpose of loading viding a quality program, and unloading. While driving in camp, please but often times the accommodations are observe our speed limit of 7 miles per hour. what make a week at summer camp comfortable and enjoyable. While we are not a five-star hotel, we strive to make each troop’s visit an enjoyable one. TRANSPORTATION & PARKING Each unit is responsible for the safe transportation of its members to and from camp. Make sure that all vehicles meet national insurance requirements. Transporting Scouts or adults in the bed of a pickup truck or trailer – whether it is covered or uncovered—is against national BSA policy. Units visiting Kia Kima from other councils are responsible for obtaining the appropriate tour permits. Parking is provided at the camp entrance for leaders and visitors. The main parking area is next to the Administration Building. Vehicles are not to be parked in the campsite during the week. Units 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. To keep traffic in camp to a minimum, only camp vehicles will be allowed into camp during the week. Unit vehicles will be permitted into camp during check- 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp DANGEROUS WILDLIFE ! Kia Kima is a Wilderness Setting. While visiting the out-of-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. It is recommended that each unit bring insect and tick repellent. Certain brands containing permethrin will provide adequate tick protection. A FEW HELPFUL TIPS FOR A COMFORTABLE AND SAFE CAMPING EXPERIENCE ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ 6 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 visit www.kiakima.com CHECK-IN Units should plan to arrive at camp beginning at 1:00 PM and no later than 3:00 PM on Sunday. Please check in at the Camp Osage Administration Building. The camp is closed between noon on Saturday and noon on Sunday and there will be no one available to handle early arrivals. Upon arrival, your unit will be greeted by a member of the camp administrative staff. At that time the unit leader should have a final count of Scouts and leaders, merit badge schedules for the Scouts, and any unpaid fees with the Final Financial Form (KKSR3). The unit leader should have the unit’s medical form and a written explanation for any boy who needs special medical treatment. A troop guide will be assigned to the unit through the check-in process. The guide and the unit leader will take the troop to the Health Check area. The leader will bring the medical forms and, if swim checks were completed prior to camp, the Swim Check Form (KKSR4A). Everyone — youth and adult — must have a current health form. The recheck is to make sure 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 re-check will be going on at the same time the unit leader is registering, so it is encouraged that all Scouts arrive in camp at the same time. Make sure an assistant leader has the medical forms during this time to eliminate confusion at med-checks. The guide will take the unit to its campsite. All personal and unit equipment will be unloaded and vehicles returned to their parking areas. The troop guide will then take inventory of all equipment in the campsite if applicable. visit www.kiakima.com If any equipment is missing or damaged (holes in tents, missing fire buckets) the troop guide will note it and report it. The unit leaders with the troop guides should check each tent for damage. Any damage found at the end of the week will be assessed to the troop. Tears in tents will be assessed a fee of $15 per inch. Multiple tears or tears over three inches are considered un-repairable and may result in the troop replacing the damaged tent. 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 arriving at camp will then change into their swim trunks and head to the waterfront for their swim test. All persons who will use the swimming area, boating area, or river must have a swim check. No Exceptions! ! CHECK-IN AT A GLANCE Schedule 1:00-3:00 PM 5:50 6:00 8:30 Arrive at Camp First Assembly Dinner Campfire Step-by-Step 1. Paperwork - the unit leader and assistant report to the Administration building with all the troop’s registration forms, money, and medical forms. Here you will meet your Troop Guide who will guide you through the checkin procedure. 2. Health Recheck - Your troop guide and assistant leader will take the rest of the troop to the Health Check area while the unit leader finishes the paperwork. 3. Unit Photographs - Upon Arrival, the unit has the opportunity to have a picture taken. 4. Campsite - Your Troop Guide will take you to your campsite where you can unload gear and prepare for the camp tour. 5. Camp Tour - There are two required stops on the tour, the Aquatics Area (for swim checks and safety procedures) and the Dining Hall. 6. Supper - Scouts & leaders wear Class A uniforms. 7. Leaders’ Meeting - The unit leader and Senior Patrol Leader need to attend the Leaders’ Meeting. 8. Campfire - Your unit gets to meet the Kia Kima staff at the Opening Campfire. Everyone in Class A uniform. 7 ! Plan to arrive between 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM on Sunday 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp UNIT PHOTOGRAPHS VESPERS & CHAPLAIN Units will have an opportunity to have a group picture made during their check-in process. Each unit that chooses to participate will receive on complimentary 8X10 group photo of their unit. Additional photos will be available at $6.00 each. This option is only available on Sunday as it takes time to get the photos processed and back to your unit by the end of the week. Please be prepared with either Class A or Class B uniforms for your check-in photo. Vespers is a short fellowship service held on Wednesday evenings. Vespers is held at the chapel and everyone is encouraged to attend. Members of the staff will conduct vespers, with assistance of visiting clergy. Scouts and units may volunteer to assist with or run vespers during the week. Scouts who are working on their religious awards are especially encouraged to do so. COMMISSIONER SERVICE SUMMER CAMP GOD AND COUNTRY AWARD The summer camp God and Country After your troop guide finishes Award is given to Scouts who complete the helping you check in, you probably won’t following requirements. A Scout must complete see them in your campsite again until you at least five of the following nine requirements. 1. Assist in the raising or lowering of check out on Saturday morning. That’s theAmerican Flag at a morning or evening assembly. okay, because we have staff members 2. Attend the camp-wide Vespers service on Wednesday with the full time job of taking care of night at the chapel. your needs during the week. The staff 3. Assist in preparing and leading a troop or inter-troop member is your Commissioner. vesper service while at camp. The commissioner staff will stop 4. Lead a grace at an assembly while at camp. by your campsite each morning to visit 5. With an adult leader, discuss the importance of the with leaders in the site. They will make twelfth point of the Scout Law – “A Scout is Reverent”. sure you have all the supplies you need. Discuss how it applies to you as a scout here at summer If there is something broken or missing camp, as well as in your daily life. in your site, they will see that it is taken 6. With an adult leader, discuss the importance of care of. “patriotism”.Why is it important for a Scout to “do my duty to God and my country”? 7. Show how to properly display and fold an American LAG EREMONIES Flag. Also, explain the different parts of the flag and what they symbolize. The camp will assemble for the 8. Lead a morning prayer in your campsite, or lead your troop in reciting the Scout Oath, Scout Law, or Pledge flag ceremonies in the morning and of Allegiance while at summer camp. evening. Scouts and leaders are expected 9. In at least 100 words, write an essay explaining how we to attend the evening flag ceremony in as Scouts carry out our duty to God and Country in our full Class A uniform. Troops are asked daily lives, and explain how you did your duty to God to assist with flag ceremonies and blessand Country while at Summer Camp at Kia Kima. ing the meals. F C 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 8 visit www.kiakima.com LEADERS’ MEETINGS ! A meeting of all Leaders and Senior Patrol Leaders will be held after the evening Units should have at least one leader meal on Sunday. At this meeting members present at each of the camp staff will give an overview of leaders’ meeting. camp policies, procedures, and special program activities that will be offered during the week. Also, this is an opportunity to have questions answered about your troops week at camp. In addition, a brief morning Leaders’ Meeting will be held after breakfast. At this meeting, unit leaders will get the opportunity to ask questions, get any updates on special events going on in camp, and the daily newsletter will be distributed. TRADING POST Kia Kima operates two modern and efficient Trading Posts. Our Trading Posts stock many items that are related to the Scout’s merit badges. In addition to crafts, the Trading Post also stocks concession items. Some of the items stocked are: Uniform Parts, Camp Ball Caps, Writing Paper, Craft Kits, Pocket Knives, Postcards, Slush Puppies, Pizza, Folding Chairs, Batteries, and Camp Patches. Most Scouts will spend on the average of $35-$50 in the trading post. This will generally pay for merit badge materials and a few snacks throughout the week. Please budget accordingly! Kia Kima has no ATM, so please be sure your Scouts bring enough cash. VISITORS LEADERSHIP IN CAMP All units are required to have at least two adult leaders in camp at all times. This policy is required by the Boy Scouts of America. All leaders must be registered members of the Boy Scouts and meet membership qualifications. The unit leader must be at least 21 years of age and any additional leadership must be 18 or older. Leader’s fees are $85 per week. This covers the cost of their food at camp. As an added incentive, you will receive two leaders free if you bring a minimum of 5 boys. The following table is used when calculating leaders fees: # of Scouts # of Leaders @ no charge 5 24 2 3 32 4 40+ 5 visit www.kiakima.com 9 Visitor’s night at camp is Friday evening. At this time, parents will have the opportunity to eat with their sons in the dining hall and attend the closing campfire. Visitors should not plan to arrive before 5:00 PM, as Scouts will be involved in merit badge sessions. The Campfire will conclude around 9:30 PM so visitors should plan to leave shortly thereafter so Scouts and Leaders can get a good night’s sleep. The Program Director will be asking for a head count of the amount of visitors at the Friday Leaders’ meeting. This will give us an estimate of the amount of food to prepare. The cost of the Friday evening meal is $5.00 for adults, and $2.00 for children under the age of 12. Visitors may purchase meal tickets from the Program Office as they enter camp. Kids under age six eat free. Visitors at any time 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp other than Friday should make prior arrangements with the Camp Director. There are no facilities at Kia Kima to allow visitors to stay overnight. lenged Scouts and adult leaders. It is conveniently located near the Central Shower House. Units with special-needs Scouts are given priority in reserving this site. PHONE NOTE-Other units may reserve the site but may be relocated without notice if a need arises. A telephone is located at the Camp Osage Administration Building. It is the only telephone available for Scout use. We discourage the continuous use of the telephone by the Scouts. Not only does it take him away from the camp program, it runs up his parents phone bill. We do ask that leaders accompany their Scouts at the phone. CAMP OSAGE Since 1964, Camp Osage (originally the main camp) has been welcoming Scouts to the banks of the South Fork River. Camp Osage is the larger of the camps at Kia Kima Scout Reservation with 14 unique campsites to choose from. At Camp Osage, a troop will find traditional, though exceptional, camp programs including nature, ecology, scoutcraft, handicraft, shooting sports, the trailblazer 1st year program, and aquatics. All aquatic activities, including swimming and boating, are held at the Osage beach on the South Fork River. Programs unique to Osage include the Life to Eagle Area which offers Communications, Citizenship in the Nation, and World Merit Badges. ! HOUSING -CAMP OSAGE Fourteen troop campsites are outfitted with two man wall tents on platforms. Each tent has two metal beds with mattresses. Each troop site has a latrine and facilities for handwashing and showers. A hot shower facility is centrally located. FOOD SERVICE -CAMP OSAGE ! Scouts attending Camp Osage eat in the camp’s dining hall. Meals are provided in a modified cafeteria-style fashion. A well-balanced menu has been designed to please both youth and adults. Troops eat together. Each troop provides a waiter for each table to clean up after meals. The waiter system will be explained at camp but should be rotated daily. Visitors desiring to eat in the dining hall should make arrangements in advance. Visitors should plan to eat with their troops Each troop provides a waiter for each table to clean up after meals. FACILITIES FOR THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED Site #13, Dancing Bear, is a barrier free site at Camp Osage. It will accommodate up to 40 physically chal- 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 10 visit www.kiakima.com at the assigned times. Visitor meal fees are $5.00. Troops at Osage may make arrangements to cook one or more meals in their campsites, using food supplied by the dining hall staff and equipment from troop issue. Troops can also arrange for evening meals to be carried on troop hikes or canoe floats. 24-hour notice is required for special food service arrangements. Kia Kima Scout Reservation Scout’s Name and Troop # 629 Kia Kima Trail Hardy, Arkansas 72542 Email: troops@KiaKima.com (In subject line put the campers name and troop number. Please, no more than ONE email per Scout per day) WIRELESS INTERNET The camp administration building is a “hot spot” for high-speed wireless internet. A signal is generally available within 100 yards of the building for HECK UT those leaders wishing to take advantage of this serThe check out procedure will begin on Saturvice. day, and should be completed before 10:30A.M. Any We are currently working to expand our wireless internet service to additional areas of camp. A unit with special check-out considerations should make bank of computers is located in the administration plans through their Camp Commissioner. After breakfast the unit will return — with the building for use of the leaders. troop 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 troop guide and unit leader will conduct another inventory to make sure that no equipment has been damaged or misplaced. The troop guide will also inspect the site to ensure that it is clean. C -O CHECK-OUT AT A GLANCE Schedule 7:00 Reveille 7:10 Waiter’s Call 7:20 Assembly 7:30 Breakfast After Return to campsite and prepare for departure MAIL & EMAIL All outgoing mail may be placed in the mailbox inside the Trading Post. Mail will be taken to the Post Office in town daily. Incoming mail will be available only to unit leaders after 1:30 PM. All mail sent to Kia Kima should be addressed to Kia Kima Reservation. Parents are encouraged to write their sons while they are at camp. Please remember the mail takes time. Letters mailed after Wednesday will not arrive in time. All mail received after the troop has checked out will be returned to the sender.Please send your email to the address following. Only one email per day, per Scout will be processed. visit www.kiakima.com Step-by-Step: 1. Campsite - Return to your campsite with your Troop Guide. Pack up your gear and clean the site one last time. 2. Trash - Bag up all trash and take it to the edge of the road for the Ranger staff to pick up. 3 . Quartermaster - Return any camp equipment you may have used to the Quartermaster and stop by the Trading Post to pick up last minute items. 4. Administration Building - Before leaving camp, stop at the Administration building to take care of any last minute paperwork, settle any debts, turn in evaluation forms, and checkout of camp. 11 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp MERIT BADGE program for camp osage C ! If any unit leader possesses a skill that he would like to teach at camp, feel free to call us. amp Osage offers a wide selection of merit badges. We are constantly evaluating our merit badge program to bring new and exciting opportunities that Scouts may not be able to complete elsewhere. Most merit badges can be completed at camp; however, because of time requirements, special projects, or other considerations, some merit badges require prerequisites or special skill levels. Merit Badges are listed alphabetically with a short description of each badge including any requirements that may or must be completed at home, and the prerequisites (if any) for the badge. There are also a few helpful tips on what to bring. Some merit badges are limited in size to ensure safety and quality instruction. These size limitations are indicated in the merit badge description. We are constantly looking for skilled instructors of merit badges. If any unit leader possesses a skill that he would like to teach at camp, feel free to call us. We can put you on the schedule for that week! Please note that each camp offers programs independently of the other. Some badges offered at Cherokee are not offered at Osage. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp KEY TO PROGRAM ICONS The following icons are used in the Program Information section to help you easily identify which sessions are most appropriate for which Scouts. Be sure to read the program description for details about that particular program. ! Please note that merit badges on pages 13-18 are for Camp Osage. One hour session Two hour session Three hour session All day program Recommended for all Scouts Recommended for younger Scouts Recommended for older Scouts Merit Badge required for Eagle Written material required Program fee or material cost Indicates requirements that must be completed at home; they cannot be completed at camp Indicates requirements that may be completed before coming to camp to allow more time for additional activities Indicates a prerequisite for this program Taught in conjunction with another Merit Badge 12 visit www.kiakima.com AQUATICS AREA Swimming This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entrylevel Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet. This merit Mile Swim badge should not be considered for nonswimmers or beginners. Scouts should know how to swim well before taking This is not a merit badge, but allows Scouts to earn the Mile this badge. Swim badge. Scouts are required to swim an increased amount each day and build up to a mile. The Mile Swim generally takes BSA Lifeguard place on Saturday morning. This is a rigorous program that certifies a Scout to be a Lifeguard. Scouts are required to spend all of their time in the Aquatics area. Physical strength, stamina, and a great deal of written work are required. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved buttoned down shirt along with shoes that can get wet. This program is recommended only for older Scouts and strong swimmers. It is highly-recommended that the CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Adults are welcome to participate in the BSA Lifeguard program. Lifesaving This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate), and is a two-hour session. It is a challenging merit badge that requires physical strength and stamina. Bring long pants, long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet. It is recommended that CPR Instruction (requirement 13) be completed prior to camp. visit www.kiakima.com Rowing This is a one-hour session. Physical strength and stamina required. The skills are more difficult to master than in Canoeing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. Canoeing This is a two-hour session. Good physical strength and stamina required. This is a good merit badge to introduce boating; it is more fun and less difficult than rowing. It is recommended that the CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed before camp. Swimming Instruction This session is for Scouts in the non swimmer and beginner ability groups. The instruction will work to improve their swimming skills and aim toward advancing to the next ability group. The beginner’s test completes requirement 7 for Second Class, and the Swimmer’s test completes requirement 9 for First Class. 13 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Leatherwork HANDICRAFTS AREA Art Scouts in this session should have some drawing or artistic experience. There is a lot of freedom in choosing medium and subjects for artwork. Requirement 7 may be completed before coming to camp. Art will be combined with textile’s merit badge. Wood Carving This merit badge is not recommended for first-year Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Knives are available for Scouts to use or Scouts may use their personal knives. Personal knives should be sharp and pocket knives are highly discouraged. Basketry Each Scout will learn to weave his own basket and make one that he can take home. This is an excellent merit badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for basket materials. Textiles Scouts will learn the process for making cloth and differences in types of fiber samples. Jobs in the textile industry are also discussed. This merit badge is excellent for younger Scouts. This is another good badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Requirement 3 may be done before coming to camp. Indian Lore This badge is recommended for all Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. This merit badge will involve the study of various American Indian tribes. Requirement 1 may be completed before coming to camp. ECO-CON AREA Soil & Water Conservation Learning to conserve the world’s most natural resource is critical to the survival of the human race. Scouts taking this merit badge will learn about the importance water plays on our environment. They will also do an in depth study on the conservation of soil and how soil plays an important role in environmental protection. Reptile & Amphibian Study This badge requires drawings and night observation (frog hunt). Requirement 2 may be done before coming to camp. Scouts must keep a reptile or amphibian for at least one month to complete this badge. This (requirement 8) must be done outside of camp. This merit badge is not recommended for Scouts who are very afraid of snakes, although the instruction may lessen these fears. Sculpture Scouts will learn basic sculpting and molding techniques through the use of clay and plaster. There will be a small fee for materials. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 14 visit www.kiakima.com Fish & Wildlife Management There is some written material for this badge and a conservation project is also required. Scouts should bring old shoes to wear in the creek. Chemistry This session explores the chemical aspects of the environment through laboratory work and interactive discussions. Because of the nature of this merit badge, it is recommended for older Scouts. This merit badge will be limited to the first twelve Scouts. Fly Fishing/Fishing Environmental Science Scouts will be instructed in the use of a rod and reel and a fly rod. Scouts will also get the opportunity to tie their own flies and lures. These two badges will be taught in conjunction with each other. Nature This is an excellent introductory merit badge to the Nature area. It requires some hiking, and observation. This badge is required for Eagle and is a two-hour session. It requires daily hikes, field notes, and experiments. There is a great deal of written material, but some of it (Requirements 1, 6 and 7) can be completed before coming to camp. Younger Scouts are discouraged from taking this badge. Forestry A leaf collection, a field trip to a lumber mill, and a report on the field trip are required. Scouts need a notebook and adhesive tape for mounting the leaf collection, or complete it before coming to camp. (Requirement 1) Geology The badge requires a rock collection (requirement 2) which may be done before coming to camp. Requirements 5,6,8,12,13 may also be done before coming to camp. visit www.kiakima.com 15 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Citizenship in the Nation Space Exploration Scouts have the opportunity to construct, launch and recover a model rocket. There is a small cost for the rocket kits. A couple of drawings are required which involve some creativity. These (Requirements 5 and 7) may be done before coming to camp. This is an Eagle required badge. Scouts will learn about the U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. Scouts will also have the opportunity to contact his senator to share personal views on an issue. Weather SCOUTCRAFT Scouts will build a weather instrument and use it to track the weather during the week. This badge covers a lot of material. An interest or background in weather is helpful. Requirements 8, and 9 may be completed before coming to camp. LIFE TO EAGLE The Life to Eagle is an intensive program focused on some of the most difficult Eagle required merit badges. Scouts may complete as many requirements as is feasible over the course of the week. However, some requirements will need to be completed at home. As these Eagle required badges are quite involved, it would not be advisable for Scouts to take more than two of these badges at a time. Most of the badges require prior preparation or bringing materials from home. All of these sessions require written material. Scouts need to bring a standard notebook, pencil, and pen. Camping This badge is required for Eagle, and is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Scouts should bring appropriate camping equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, etc.) In addition, Scouts must bring a personal or unit tent from home suitable for backpacking, and know how to set it up. Requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 6a, 6b, and 7c may be done before coming to camp. Requirement 8 must be done before coming to camp. Communications This is a 2-hour badge and is Eagle required. Scouts will learn basic communication skills needed in today’s society. This badge is good for building self-confidence. Citizenship in the World This is a 2-hour badge and is Eagle required. Scouts will learn about diplomacy, international trade, and foreign relations. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 16 visit www.kiakima.com Fire Safety This merit badge is recommended for all Scouts. They will learn about fire prevention in the home and create a protection plan for their family. This is an informative badge with lots of hands on, and may include a visit to a local fire station. Requirement 11 may be done prior to camp. Pioneering This two-hour session requires that you complete a pioneering project. Familiarity with knots, lashings, and splices important. First Aid This badge is required for Eagle and is a twohour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Wilderness Survival This badge is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Requirement 5 may be done before coming to camp. SHOOTING SPORTS Each Scout taking Rifle Shooting should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his arm. Rifle Shooting Emergency Preparedness This badge is required for Eagle and is a twohour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. Requirement 8 may be done before coming to camp. This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. Scouts should be at least 13 years of age or second year campers and have the strength and size to manage a 10-pound target rifle. As a means of determining this, the Scout should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his upper arm as shown. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. visit www.kiakima.com 17 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Shotgun Shooting This program will teach Scouts the basics of handling and shooting a shotgun as well as safety precautions for firearms. They will have the chance to shoot both skeet and trap as well as practice to sharpen their skills. Scouts must be at least 14 years of age to take this merit badge. Archery This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. It is a good idea to plan to be free the hour after their session to allow for extra qualifying time. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Scouts must be at least second year campers. Athletics In this merit badge you will learn about sports training, officiating and all aspects of sportsmanship. This badge requires a considerable amount of physical exertion. Scouts will need to complete a battery of jumps, swims, pull-ups, push-ups, basketball throws, etc. SPORTS AREA NEW Golf Personal Fitness In this program you will learn all about this challenging sport, including USGA rules, golf etiquette, history, proper grip, stance and swing. You will practice your swing and shots on the driving rang. You will play a round of golf on a beautiful Cherokee Village golf course. A local golf instructor will give personal instruction and coaching. Participants can complete MOST of the requirements for Golf merit badge. You can bring your own clubs or use ours! 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 18 This required badge will give Scouts the opportunity to develop a fitness plan that they must maintain for 12 weeks. Scouts will also learn about different diseases related to lack of fitness and nutrition and learn different methods to help prevent them. Some requirements may conflict with certain religious views. Please review the requirements of this badge before enrolling. visit www.kiakima.com OZARK VENTURE BASE high adventure T he need to keep older Scouts coming back to summer camp has long been recognized and the Ozark Adventure Base has been designed to meet that need. Whether you are in an older Boy Scout Troop Patrol or a coed Venture Crew, the Ozark Venture Base has something that meets your needs. Scouts participating in the OVB programs must be at least 13 years of age and have achieved the rank of First Class by January 1st. Pre-registration for these programs is mandatory. OVB programs include: Mountain Man, Ozark Ultimate Trek, COPE and Ozark Climbing School. All participants in the O.U.T program will be housed at a separate base camp location from their Scouting unit. Participants may be co-ed, as long as all participants are registered members of a Boy Scout Troop or Venturing Crew. If a Venturing Crew Kia Kima’s OZARK ADVENTURE BASE brings female members, a female adult leader must participate. Ozark Venture Base programs will provide food, cooking gear, and other group equipment. Please explore this next section of the leaders’ guide as it lists details regarding each program. Participants are responsible for all personal gear, including tents. (A detailed gear list is available in the box below for those participating in the O.U.T. program). A FEW HELPFUL TIPS OF WHAT TO BRING ON YOUR O.U.T. ADVENTURE....... „ „ „ „ „ „ „ „ Backpack suitable for a 10-mile hike Backpack tent (1/2 for the total amount of individuals going per troop) Sleeping Bag 2 Water bottles or hydration bag Long pants Hiking boots Insect repellent Individual mess kit or frisbee w/knife, fork & spoon visit www.kiakima.com 19 „ „ „ „ „ „ „ Flashlight or other portable lighting source Sunscreen Water shoes, aqua socks or old sneakers If you have a backpack stove (bring it-though not required) Raincoat or poncho Hat or cap Nose plugs for kayaking (optional) 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp O.U.T. Ozark Ultimate Trek O U.T. is the perfect combination of thrills and challenges from rock climbing,GPS navigation, hiking, and mountain biking, to caving, white water kayaking, and swift water rescue. Each crew that participates will go through 1-2 days of each program depending on the time frame. Scouts will have an opportunity to visit many of the back areas of the Syllamo Wilderness area. Crews will spend an entire day riding and learning about proper mountain biking techniques. The Syllamo Bike trail offers Scouts the opportunity to bike over 30 miles of trails with varying degrees of difficulty. Scouts participating in this program are encouraged to bring their own mountain bikes. Kia Kima does have a supply of mountain bikes for those Scouts that do not own one or are not able to transport it to camp. After you drop your bikes at a designated location, you will pick up your packs for an 8 mile backpacking trek. While on the trail you will learn all the skills necessary to hike in the wilderness and “leave no trace”. Many campers have described the Syllamore Mountain area as resembling a “Mini Philmont”. With its high ridges and breathtaking views, its sure to make for an inspiring trek. When you get tired of hiking all day, prepare to get wet. After a little instruction, you will be ready to head for the Spring River. Don’t worry, you’re not going there just to sight see. You will paddle the Class II+ white water in a kayak. Our instructors will teach you the ins and outs of manning 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 20 visit www.kiakima.com your own whitewater kayak. While on the trip, you will learn about reading whitewater, river rescue techniques, surfing, throwing ropes, and much more. For those Scouts that have earned the canoeing merit badge, you will be able to complete the white water merit badge. Please note that canoeing is a prerequisite for this badge. After a long day on the river, you will return to camp for an evening of climbing instruction. This will prepare you for the full day of rock climbing that lies ahead. We have searched and found many local areas that contain climbing faces from 30-80 feet. After a week like this, we decided that you need a little time to cool off. Well, it’s not time to relax in the air conditioning just yet. You will get the opportunity to join us in some of the coolest caves in Arkansas. Caving may be done as an evening activity or a day trip depending upon time frames and schedules. Many of the evening activities in the OUT program will focus Scouts and Venturers on wilderness trip planning. Scouts will have the opportunity to participate in a Geocaching exercise, learn the art of fire-by-friction, and learn basic swiftwater rescue techniques. If you think you are up to the challenge, this program is for you. Participants need to be in top physical condition to undergo the challenges of this program. Crews will be housed off-site. Scouts may sign up as a troop or individually. This program is also designed for Venturing Crews. The maximum participation is 28, so register early. visit www.kiakima.com 21 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp MOUNTAIN MAN pioneer living T he Mountain Man program is a wonderful opportunity for your Scouts to learn about pioneer living as it happened in the 19th century. Many of the activities that Scouts participate in are hands on. Scouts will learn the art of forging and shaping steel into useful products that were used in everyday life. Hunting for our early settlers was a daunting task with their primitive weapons. Scouts will learn how to safely load, shoot and clean black powder shotguns and rifles. Be sure you to ask the instructor about “Rocky Mountain Skeet Shooting”. Cooking was an essential part of early living. In this program we teach the proper use of the dutch oven and cast iron cookware. An Indian sweatlodge was the early American form of the sauna. Scouts will have an opportunity to participate then plunge into the cool waters of the South Fork River. Primitive Tools always make building handy. The crosscut saw, draw knife, shaving horse, ax, and hammer were all essential tools for early pioneers. Scouts will have the opportunity to use all of these. All participants in this program will learn the art of knifemaking and make a primitive knife that they will be able to keep. This is a three hour program that meets daily throughout the week. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 22 visit www.kiakima.com C.O.P.E challenging outdoor personal experience T he Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience, or C.O.P.E. program is a week-long high adventure activity for older Scouts that teaches advanced team-building and problem solving skills. Scouts will learn to work as a group and function as a team to meet a series of high and low COPE elements. Participants should be at least 13 years old. Kia Kima has one of the finest high ropes courses of any Boy Scout Camp. The goals of project COPE are to build leadership, self esteem, decision making, trust, and teamwork. This is accomplished by progressing, as a group, through a series of increasingly physically and mentally challenging excercises that require cooperation and teamwork to complete. visit www.kiakima.com 23 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp OZARK CLIMBING SCHOOL climbing repelling H & as the thought of rappelling off a 55 foot climbing tower ever entered your mind? What about scaling a rock surface over 80 feet tall? If so, then the Ozark Climbing School is a program for you. Scouts will work all week to learn proper knots and belaying techniques that will allow them to safely traverse Kia Kima’s brand new 55 foot climbing tower. As you work your way up and down the tower’s 50 ft walls you will be preparing for an off-site climb to a canyon located in Ravenden Springs, Arkansas. This canyon boasts cliffs towering to over 90 feet in height. Participants that go through this program will earn the climbing merit badge. This is a challenging program that last three hours. Participants should be at least 13 years of age and in great physical condition. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 24 visit www.kiakima.com EXTREME twilight M aybe you are an adventurous soul and want a little more out of the evenings than swimming or the regular run of the mill happenings at camp. Maybe you need a few more merit badges and couldn’t take one of the high adventure programs. If this description fits you, then come visit one of our extreme twilight activities. These activities are held in the evening or on Fridays. They will give you a small taste of the high adventure programs we offer at Kia Kima. Mountain Boarding – This EXTREME TWILIGHT activity will be a true test of balance for your Scouts. Mountain Boards are basically oversized skateboards with wheels. Scouts will learn to traverse some of our easier hiking trails especially picked for this activity. Scouts participating wear full protective gear including helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, and gloves. This is an extreme activity that you will not want to miss. Extreme Climbing – If you walk through camp you can’t help but notice the 55 foot climbing and rappelling tower that looms over the valley. This will be an opportunity for you to experience it first hand. Our climbing staff will train and guide you. Before you know it, you will be scaling the 50 foot climbing surface. visit www.kiakima.com 25 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp EXTREME twilight, contd. Thunderbird Aquatics – This program will be offered in the morning and afternoon on Fridays. Scouts that sign up will be able to go off site and visit Lake Thunderbird for a half day of waterskiing and tubing. You must be at least 13 for this adventure. Each session is limited to 6 Scouts. The cost of this session is $10. Leave No Trace Training – Leave no trace has become the “new standard” when camping in the out-of-doors. This brief introductory session will teach Scouts and Scouters 7 basic principals of outdoor stewardship; Planning, travel, waste disposal, leave what you find, minimize campfire impacts, respect wildlife, and courtesy to other visitors. Kayaking BSA – Ever wanted to drop a 40 foot waterfall? How about navigate a class IV rapid? If you are an adrenaline junky, come on out and take Kayak BSA. This program will teach you the basics of kayaking. Scouts participating will learn the forward stroke, reverse stroke, sweep stroke, draw stroke, wet exits and much more. Scouts that successfully complete this course are eligible to receive the Kayaking BSA patch. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 26 visit www.kiakima.com MERIT BADGE program for camp cherokee C amp Cherokee was established in 1965 as an “outpost camp”. Though creature comforts do exist at Cherokee, the troops who visit still enjoy the “rustic” setting and “village like” atmosphere. Camp Cherokee has eight campsites with several located along or near John Cooper Lake. Troops at Camp Cherokee will find traditional camp programs presented by a quality staff. Programs include Nature/Ecology, Scoutcraft, Handicraft, Shooting Sports, the Trailblazer Program, and Aquatics. Because of the limited capacity at Cherokee, most programs have great opportunities for small group sessions and personal instruction. The aquatics program on John Cooper Lake at Camp Cherokee provides Scouts an opportunity to experience the thrill of small boat sailing, in addition to Swimming, Lifesaving, Canoeing, Rowing, and BSA Lifeguard. The Kia Kima Mile Swim is also held at Camp Cherokee on Saturday mornings. John Cooper Lake is chocked full of fish, catfish, bream, crappie, and small mouth bass. You can fish from the banks, or from the fishing pier, and if you’re a swimmer, you can fish from our rowboats. Eight troop campsites are outfitted with two man wall tents on platforms. Each tent has two metal beds with mattresses. Each troop has a latrine and facilities for handwashing and showers. A hot shower facility is centrally located. visit www.kiakima.com KEY TO PROGRAM ICONS The following icons are used in the Program Information section of this guide to help you in easily identifying the which sessions are most appropriate for which Scouts. Be sure to read the program description for details about that particular program. One hour session Two hour session Three hour session All day program Recommended for all Scouts Recommended for younger Scouts Recommended for older Scouts Merit Badge required for Eagle Written material required Program fee or material cost Indicates requirements that must be completed at home; they can not be completed at camp Indicates requirements that may be completed before coming to camp to allow more time for aditional activities Indicates a prerequisite for this program Taught in conjunction with another Merit Badge 27 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp AQUATICS AREA BSA Lifeguard required to swim an increased amount each day and build up to a mile. This is a rigorous program that certifies a Scout to be a Lifeguard. Scouts are required to spend all of their time in the Aquatics area. Bring long pants, a longsleeved buttoned down shirt along with shoes that can get wet. This program is recommended only for older Scouts and strong swimmers. Canoeing This is a two-hour session. Good physiRowing cal strength and stamina required. This is a good merit badge to introduce boating; it is more fun and less difficult than rowing. This is a one-hour session. Physical strength and stamina required. The skills are more difficult to master than in Lifesaving Canoeing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. This badge is required for Eagle (with alSmall Boat Sailing ternate), and is a two-hour session. It is a challenging merit badge that requires physical strength and stamina. Bring long pants, a long-sleeved button down shirt, This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is and shoes that can get wet. required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entry-level Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants Motorboating and long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can get wet to inflate clothing. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction (requirement 2) be completed prior to This is a one hour merit badge. Scouts camp. will learn the proper technique for operSwimming ating a motor boat, dropping anchors, fueling and much more. Recommended for 2nd year campers. This badge is required for Eagle (with alternates), and is Mile Swim required to take any other Aquatics merit badge. It is a good entry-level Aquatics merit badge. Bring long pants and long-sleeved button down shirt, and shoes that can This is not a merit badge, but allows Scouts be gotten wet. It is highly recommended that CPR into earn the Mile Swim badge. Scouts are struction (requirement 2) be completed prior to camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 28 visit www.kiakima.com Textiles Swimming Instruction This session is for Scouts in the Non- swimmer and Beginner ability groups. The instruction will work to improve their swimming skills and aim toward advancing to the next ability group. The Beginner’s test completes requirement 7 for Second Class, and the Swimmer’s test completes requirement 9 for First Class. HANDICRAFTS AREA Scouts will learn the process for making cloth and differences in types of fiber samples. Jobs in the textile industry are also discussed. This merit badge is excellent for younger Scouts. Sculpture Scouts will learn basic sculpting and molding techniques through the use of clay and plaster. There will be a small fee for materials. Art Scouts in this session should have some drawing or artistic experience. There is a lot of freedom in choosing medium and subjects for artwork. Requirement 7 may be completed before coming to camp. Combined with Textiles. Wood Carving This merit badge is not recommended for first-year Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Knives are available for Scouts to use or Scouts may use their personal knives. Personal knives should be sharp and pocket knives are highly discouraged. Basketry Each Scout will learn to weave his own basket and make one that he can take home. This is an excellent merit badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for basket materials. This badge often takes less than the full week to complete. visit www.kiakima.com Leatherwork This is another good badge for young Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. Requirement 3 may be done before coming to camp. Indian Lore This badge is recommended for all Scouts. There is a small cost for materials. This merit badge will involve the study of various American Indian tribes. Our camp is fortunate enough to be located near several major tribes. Requirement 1 may be completed before coming to camp. 29 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp ECO-CON AREA Environmental Science Soil & Water Conservation This badge is required for Eagle and is a two-hour session. It requires daily hikes, field notes, and experiments. There is a great deal of written material, Learning to conserve the world’s most natural but some of it (Requirements 1, 6 and 7) can be comresource is critical to the survival of the human race. pleted before coming to camp. Younger Scouts are Scouts taking this merit badge will learn about the discouraged from taking this badge. importance water plays on our environment. They will also do an in depth study on the conservation of soil and how soil plays an important role in Forestry environmental protection. Reptile & Amphibian Study A leaf collection, a field trip to a lumber mill, and a report on the field trip are required. Scouts need a notebook and adhesive tape for mounting the leaf colThis badge requires drawings and night observation lection, or complete it before coming to camp. (Re(frog hunt). Requirement 2 may be done before com- quirement 1) ing to camp. Scouts must keep a reptile or amphibian for at least one month to complete this badge. This (requirement 8) must be done outside of camp. This merit badge is not recommended for Scouts who are Fly Fishing/Fishing very afraid of snakes, although the instruction may lessen these fears. Scouts will be instructed in the use of a rod and reel and a fly rod. Scouts will also get the opportunity to tie their own flies and lures. These two badges will be taught in conjuncScouts have the opportunity to construct, launch and tion with each other. recover a model rocket. There is a small cost for the rocket kits. A couple of drawings are required which involve some creativity. These (Requirements 5 and 7) may be done before coming to camp. Chemistry Space Exploration Nature This session explores the chemical aspects of the environment through laboratory work and interacThis is an excellent introductory merit badge to the tive discussions. Because of the nature of this merit Nature area. It requires some hiking, and observa- badge, it is recommended for older Scouts. This merit tion. Requirement 5 must be completed outside of badge will be limited to the first twelve Scouts. camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 30 visit www.kiakima.com Geology The badge requires a rock collection (requirement 2) which may be done before coming to camp. Requirements 5,6,8,12,13 may also be done before coming to camp. SHOOTING SPORTS Rifle Shooting This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it is requires a lot of time to qualify. Scouts should be at least 13 years of age or second year campers and have the strength and size to manage a 10-pound target rifle. As a means of determining this, the Scout should have a distance of at least 13 inches between the tip of his thumb and the top of his upper arm as shown on page 18. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Shotgun Shooting This program will teach Scouts the basics of handling and shooting a shotgun as well as safety precautions for firearms. They will have the chance to shoot both skeet and trap as well as practice to sharpen their skills. Scouts must be at least 14 years of age to take this merit badge. SCOUTCRAFT Camping This badge is required for Eagle, and is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Scouts should bring appropriate camping equipment (backpack, sleeping bag, etc.) In addition, Scouts must bring a personal or unit tent from home suitable for backpacking, and know how to set it up. Requirements 1, 2, 3, 4, 6a, 6b, and 7c may be done before coming to camp. Requirement 8 must be done before coming to camp. Archery This badge is a two-hour session. Shooting experience is highly recommended, and it requires a lot of time to qualify. It is a good idea to plan to be free the hour after their session to allow for extra qualifying time. Each session is limited to 16 Scouts. Scouts must be at least second year campers. visit www.kiakima.com 31 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Emergency Preparedness This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate) and is a two-hour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. Familiarity with knots is extremely important. This badge is recommended for older Scouts. Requirement 8 may be done before coming to camp. First Aid This badge is required for Eagle (with alternate) and is a two-hour session. It covers a great deal of written material, and there are skills to master. It is highly recommended that CPR instruction be completed prior to camp. Fire Safety Wilderness Survival This merit badge is recommended for all Scouts. They will learn about fire prevention in the home and create a protection plan for their family. This is an informative badge with lots of hands on, and may include a visit to a local fire station. Requirement 11 may be done prior to camp. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp This badge is a two-hour session. It requires an overnight camping trip. Requirement 5 may be done before coming to camp. 32 visit www.kiakima.com Pioneering This two-hour session requires that you complete a pioneering project. Familiarity with knots, lashings, and splices are important. SPORTS AREA Personal Fitness Golf In this program you will learn all about this challenging sport, including USGA rules, golf etiquette, history, proper grip, stance and swing. You will practice your swing and shots on the driving rang. You will play a round of golf on a beautiful Cherokee Village golf course. A local golf instructor will give personal instruction and coaching. Participants can complete MOST of the requirements for Golf merit badge. You can bring your own clubs or use ours! This required badge will give Scouts the opportunity to develop a fitness plan that they must maintain for 12 weeks. Scouts will also learn about different diseases related to lack of fitness and nutrition and different methods to help prevent them. Some requirements may conflict with certain religious views. Please review the requirements of this badge before enrolling. NEW Athletics In this merit badge you will learn about sports training, officiating and all aspects of sportsmanship. This badge requires a considerable amount of physical exertion. Scouts will need to complete a battery of jumps, swims, pull ups, push ups, basketball throws, etc. visit www.kiakima.com 33 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp WHAT TO bring to camp INDIVIDUAL CHECKLIST UNIT EQUIPMENT ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Troop Flag First aid kits Patrol flags Bow saws Lanterns Rope Extra Plastic Brooms Water hose WHAT KIA KIMA PROVIDES ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ Flagpole Latrine and water supply Campsite shower (hot showers available at central showers) 1 picnic table per campsite 2-man tents Tent platforms Bunks with mattresses Bulletin Board Fire buckets † Scout Uniform (Scouts and Leaders are expected to wear full Scout Uniforms at all evening flag ceremonies, evening meals, and programs. Full Scout uniform in cludes official shirt, shorts, socks, and belt.) 3-5 pairs of socks * Sweater or jacket Swim trunks Raincoat or poncho* Extra underwear and t-shirts Hiking and/or tennis shoes Bath towel and soap Tooth brush and tooth paste* Comb or brush* Sleeping bag or sheet, blanket and pillow Flashlight and extra batteries* Jeans or long pants Long-sleeved sweat shirt* Insect repellent Hat or cap* Boy Scout Handbook* Individual program needs Health Form (filled out and signed-medical examinations will NOT be given at camp) Spending money (consult troop leaders) Sunscreen* Canteen or water bottle* Stationary, pen or pencil Appropriate Merit Badge Books* Bible or personal religious literature † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † † Optional † Musical Instrument † Sewing kit* † Camera and film* † Pocket knife (no sheath knives permitted!)* † Sunglasses * Items available at the Kia Kima Trading Post 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 34 visit www.kiakima.com WHAT NOT TO BRING TO CAMP Personal firearms 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 as well. Any such equipment brought to camp must be delivered to the Reservation Director when the unit checks-in. It will be returned when the unit checks out. In addition, no pets of any kind or fireworks are allowed in camp. This is policy of the Boy Scouts of America. Finally we recommend that items such as radios, tape players, electronic games, and other electronic devices not be brought to camp. Summer camp is an outdoor experience, and these items are not appropriate to that experience. ! No pets of any kind or fireworks are allowed in camp. This is BSA policy. TIPS Other than some basic items, different people and units will bring different items with them. A good exercise is to think about your perfect week at camp and bring items that you see in your mental picture. If you want to spend the week fishing don’t forget to bring your rod and tackle box. To help you keep from forgetting those important items, we have a list to help you with your packing. visit www.kiakima.com 35 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp TRAILBLAZERS program T he Trailblazer program is designed to meet the needs of Scouts who have been enrolled for less than one year. Our Trailblazer program focuses on the Tenderfoot to First Class Requirements. Trailblazer is broken into three parts each lasting one hour. The first session offered is Trailblazer Tenderfoot. This session is designed for those Scouts that have recently joined a troop. Scouts will work on 3, 4a, 4b, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10A, 11,12a, and 12b requirements for Tenderfoot rank. Trailblazer 2nd class is the next progression. If you have Scouts that have already completed the tenderfoot rank, they may want to take this session. In trailblazer second class, requirements 1a, 1b, 2b, 2c, 2d, 2e, 2f, 2g, 3, 5, 6a, 6c, 7a, 7b, 7c, and 8 of the second class rank will be covered. Trailblazer 1st Class will be offered for those Scouts needing to work on the First class rank. Scouts may enroll in these sessions individually or consecutively. These one hour sessions will be offered consecutively in the morning and afternoon at Osage and in the afternoon at Cherokee. This type of program will give your more advanced first year Scouts an opportunity to participate in additional advancement 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp opportunities while at camp. Each Scout in the Trailblazers Program will learn the basic skills that all Scouts must master to become proficient in camping and outdoor activities. Trailblazers will be a three-hour, comprehensive outdoor program. While designed primarily for Scouts who are new to the Scouting program and those coming to summer camp for the first time, it is not limited to those Scouts. The Trailblazers staff will be comprised of older, experienced staff members that will help your Scouts master the basic skills for camping, cooking, first aid, rope work, map and compass, and nature study. Each Scout will receive credit for the requirements that he completes at camp. How much each Scout completes is up to him, and it is very possible that different Scouts will complete different requirements and some may complete more than others. 36 visit www.kiakima.com TWILIGHT activities M any opportunities are available for unit activities in the evening hours prior to Taps. Some activities have been scheduled by camp staff, and are open to all Scouts and leaders. Other activities may be done on a troop basis and can be scheduled by the unit leader through the appropriate area director. This year we will have evening merit badge instruction and some areas will be open for further instruction. This will give Scouts an extra opportunity to finish merit badges or take an extra one. The aquatics area will sponsor free boating and swimming. These open nights are available on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Scouts that do not enroll in regular Aquatics sessions will have the opportunity during these times to participate in waterfront activities. Other twilight activities such as troop shoot, rappelling, swamped canoe race, volleyball competition, Scoutmaster belly flop contest, and Scoutmaster cook-off are just a few other activities you may participate in. CAMPFIRES Campfires are the place where your Scout spirit can come alive. We will open with a Campfire on Sunday evenings at the Amphi-theater. This will be an opportunity for Scouts to meet the staff of the various areas of camp. Our final camp-fire will be held on Friday evening and will close out the week. Remember, Class A uniforms are worn at all campfires. Our Friday evening campfire is also an Order of the Arrow callout ceremony. Units wishing to have Scouts called out should contact the appropriate Order of the Arrow representation during their week at camp. Out of council units are required to have a letter from their lodge granting permission for members of their troops to be called out. ! Class A uniforms are required to be worn at every campfire. visit www.kiakima.com 37 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp HONOR & merit troop awards T he Honor Troop and Merit Troop awards recognize units that participate fully in the camp program, follow camp rules and demonstrate the true spirit of Scouting. HONOR TROOP In addition to completing all 8 requirements in the Merit Troop section, to be an Honor Troop, a unit must complete 2 of the 3 following requirements. MERIT TROOP † The unit has at least one adult that attends the Scoutmasters’ planning conference to be held in May. † The unit performs a conservation or camp improvement project while at camp. The project must be approved beforehand, and checked upon completion by the Nature Director or Program Director. † The unit plans one inter-troop or inter-campsite activity. The activity must foster a sense of Scouting friendship between at least two units. Complete 7 of the 8 following requirements. † The unit has 50% of its active membership at camp. † Scouts attending camp participate in scheduled activities (merit badges, free swims, and other activities of the day). Older Scouts should try to take advantage of OVB programs. † The Senior Patrol leader or designated assistant attends all SPL meetings and the Scoutmaster or assistant attends all leaders’ meetings. † The Scouts and leaders attend the evening meals in Class A uniform. † The unit maintains a clean campsite throughout the week. † The unit attends vesper service † The unit has Order of the Arrow members that participate or plan to participate in the Callout ceremony. † The unit participates in at least one flag ceremony or says grace at a meal. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 38 visit www.kiakima.com LEADERS opportunities just for leaders T here is still plenty to do at Kia Kima. We promise you won’t be sitting in your campsite, unless of course, that is what you want to do. The following are leader opportunities that we have offered at Kia Kima. Leadership trainings change from week to week based on the availability of instructors. Some of these courses may not be offered your particular week. If you are a district or council level trainer, feel free to talk to the program director and teach a course. TRAINING Climb On Safely Climb on Safely is a climbing orientation course for all leaders. This course will not certify a leader to operate a climbing program but will give them hands on knowledge on how to assist a certified Climbing Instructor. CPR Safe Swim Defense & Safety Afloat All BSA Lifeguard candidates will have the opportunity to complete their CPR requirement while at camp. A six-hour course will be offered to these candidates. Adult leaders who choose to go through the training may fill the extra spaces in the session. These programs are sponsored by the aquatics area, and provide valuable information concerning the BSA’s policies for aquatic activities on the unit level, such as a troop swim visit www.kiakima.com 39 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp Climbing Instructor Certification This training will include “Climb on Safely” training. This will certify leaders as climbing instructors. Space is limited. Fire By Friction Training The ability to create fire without the use of matches has long been a skill at Boy Scout Camp events. In this session, leaders will be able to learn the fine art of creating fire. Our skilled instructors will teach friction methods such as, the bow drill, hand drill, and the fire saw. Demonstrations will also take place on how to build fire with flint and steel, battery and steel wool, wire coat hangers, and the fire piston. This is a wonderful opportunity for leaders. SCOUT LEADER COOKOFF EXTRAVAGANZA (AKA Iron Scoutmaster Competition) Showcase your cooking skills in our leaders’ cook-off. Whether it is a pot of chilli, cobbler, baked hens, jambalaya or homemade bread, plan to participate in this event. A select few of our lucky or maybe unlucky (depending on the meal) will be called upon to judge this event. The winners of this event will receive a special limited edition recognition piece at the closing campfire on Friday evening. ADVANCEMENT Often, adults in camp bring with them special knowledge or skills that would be beneficial to various merit badge sessions. If any adult would like to assist with a merit badge—or offer one not on the scheduleplease see the Program Director at the Sunday Leaders’ Meeting. Also, adults are needed to help with transportation for the field trips, and the Ozark Adventure Base sessions. Youth Protection This training is required for all leaders that take kids on trips in the BSA. This is a very important session to attend as it states many of the BSA’s Policies on youth and adult interaction. 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 40 visit www.kiakima.com SERVICE If you are a carpenter, plumber, electrician, or just a general handyman, your skills are always needed at camp. The Camp Ranger will be glad to suggest a list of projects to any interested leader. Bring your tools and feel at home. SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE SCOUTMASTER MERIT BADGE The Kia Kima Scoutmaster Achievement Award, a.k.a. Scoutmaster Merit Badge, recognizes the tremendous contribution adult leaders make to the camp and the Scouts in attendance. To qualify for the award, an adult leader must complete six of the ten requirements during the week, or complete one of the weeklong options. Applications for the award should be submitted by Friday afternoon. Option One Complete six of these ten requirements: † † Volunteer for at least two hours in the Trading Post Help supervise the clean-up of the Commisary or Dining Hall for three meals. Serve as an assistant cook for three meals Row for the Mile Swim Volunteer in the Trailblazers area for one day Serve as an assistant Ranger for one full day Drive a vehicle on a field trip Participant in one of the training programs offered during the week Lifeguard at the Aquatics area for an evening Assist in a program area for one day Other activity approved ahead of time by the Program Director or Camp Director † † † † † † † † † Option Two Complete one of these four requirements: † Serve as an assistant ranger for a part of at least four days Instruct a merit badge for a week Complete the BSA Lifeguard program Serve as the Camp Chaplain for the Wednesday vespers † † † visit www.kiakima.com 41 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp CAMP CHEROKEE 2007 Program Registration Codes 9:00 10:00 11:00 BSA Lifeguard 2:00 Motorboating 356 374 Canoeing 322 Lifesaving Rowing 341 Swimming 311 331 344 356 Swimming Instruction 314 Tenderfoot Trailblazer 4:00 353 Small Boat Sailing Aquatics 3:00 391 (All Day) 204 Second Class 215 First Class 226 Wood Carving Indian Lore Handicraft Area Leatherwork Basketry Art/Textiles Sculpture Scoutcraft Area 444 P EE M K A C RO E H C 481 493 432 423 412 415 Fire Safety 243 246 Camping Wilderness Survival Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Forestry Fishing / Fly Fishing 261 284 272 291 294 143 124 161 194 Geology Soil and Water Conservation 102 153 Reptile / Amphibian Study 112 Nature Space Exploration 133 135 156 184 Environmental Science 171 Rifle 651 Shotgun Shooting Archery 641 Personal Fitness 501 175 653 655 675 645 Athletics 513 Golf 515 516 521 Mountain Man Rend. 921 Ozark Climbing School 951 COPE 961 Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 106 151 Weather Ozark Venture Base 436 236 Chemistry Sports Area 485 494 233 First Aid Shooting Sports 446 Emergency Preparedness Pioneeering Nature Area 441 954 964 991 (Week Long Program) 42 visit www.kiakima.com CAMP OSAGE 2007 Program Registration Codes 9:00 10:00 11:00 BSA Lifeguard Aquatics Canoeing Lifesaving 322 314 331 Tenderfoot 335 201 204 Second Class 212 215 First Class 223 Wood Carving 441 Indian Lore 481 Leatherwork 491 444 Pioneeering Wilderness Survival First Aid Chemistry Fish & Wildlife Mgt. Forestry Fly Fishing / Fishing Nature Area Geology 494 436 422 424 P M E A G C A S O Soil and Water Conservation Nature 486 493 Life To Eagle Shooting Sports 243 271 284 291 294 143 146 122 125 161 166 132 134 153 101 104 135 112 151 156 184 171 173 Citizenship in the Nation 743 175 744 711 715 Communications 721 725 Rifle Shotgun Shooting 651 653 645 Athletics Personal Fitness Golf 513 501 504 521 921 Ozark Climbing School 951 COPE 961 Ozark Ultimate Trek (OUT) visit www.kiakima.com 655 675 641 Mountain Man Rend. Ozark Venture Base 246 265 Citizenship in the World Archery Sports Area 236 261 Weather Environmental Science 415 233 Reptile / Amphibian Study Space Exploration 425 412 Emergency Preparedness Fire Safety 446 433 Art/Textiles Camping 226 483 Basketry Scoutcraft Area 356 311 Swimming Instruction Sculpture 4:00 353 Swimming Handicraft Area 3:00 324 344 341 Rowing Trailblazer 2:00 391 (All Day) 954 964 991 (Week Long Program) 43 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 44 visit www.kiakima.com HOW TO GET TO KIA KIMA visit www.kiakima.com 45 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp s e t o N 2007 Leader’s Guide to Summer Camp 46 visit www.kiakima.com  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/. 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