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summer camp leader guide 2012 87th anniversary camp rotary 3201 s clare avenue clare mi 48617-9756 office 989-386-7943 fax 989-386-3193 http www.lhacbsa.org/

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dear scoutmaster this leader s guide is designed to provide you with the information you need to make your week of summer camp a memorable one for you and your boys please review the information carefully prior to your arrival at camp and with your scouts the camp rotary staff joins me in thanking you for choosing camp rotary and to welcome you and your boys to camp this summer for an outstanding summer camp experience if you have any questions please call or e-mail me i want to hear from you to ensure success for you and your boys for the latest summer camp information please visit the camp rotary section on the lhac website at http www.lhacbsa.org/camping/boyscoutcamp/camprotary looking forward to your arrival this summer let the adventure begin yours in scouting brad murray camp director camprotary@charter.net 989-386-7943 bsa mission statement it is the mission of the boy scouts of america to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law scout oath on my honor i will do my best to do my duty to god and my country and to obey the scout law to help other people at all times to keep myself physically strong mentally awake and morally straight scout law a scout is trustworthy loyal helpful friendly courteous kind obedient cheerful thrifty brave clean and reverent camp rotary 2 leader guide 2012

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2012 leaders guide table of contents section 1 camp program 5 6-8 9 10 11 12 camp theme for 2012 program areas general camp schedule program schedule path schedule merit badges awards 45 44 43 section 2 camp facilities services trading post fishing camp equipment trash removal fire protection mail phone flammable storage health safety health forms medications dispensing of medications campsite electricity wireless internet bikes in camp 47 section 3 camp administration camp management visitations cit program state of mi 48-49 check-in procedures 50 check-out procedures 50-51 food service 52 53 camp fees lhac refund policy 13-14 merit badges 15-32 merit badge guide 33 34 camp awards order of the arrow new aquatics training 46 54-55 visitor policy 55 56 fireguard plan chemical fuel policy 35-40 camp wide activities/events 41-42 nra rifle qualification 57-59 bsa/camp policies 60 61 emergency procedures online camp registration 62-67 troop planning for camp 68-69 equipment list for camp 70-72 troop program at camp 73 camp map camp rotary 3 leader guide 2012

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welcome to camp rotary welcome to camp rotary summer fall winter spring it matters not what time of the year you are interested in camp rotary is the place to be there is never a dull moment in the adventure of learning and experiencing all that the natural world has to offer there are few places that can offer you the beauty silence atmosphere privacy ecology wildlife friendship staffing good food adventure outdoor program and the all around perfection that is found at camp rotary no matter what the time of year camp rotary is ready and able to meet the needs of most individuals and groups summer long term camping is the specialty for boy scout troops from around the country often referred to as the best in the country camp rotary has a long and highly respected history in the scout summer camping community troops from around the country have heard of the excellence of program that is the standard of performance displayed at camp rotary these many years of experience in this field have led to a refinement in the scout camp program seldom achieved by others weekend camping weeklong camping tent camping cabin camping dining lodge food service patrol style cooking in your cabin or campsite are all available on a year around basis conferences retreats scout troops schools college fraternity and sorority groups church youth groups fire department training school football team practicing and band camp programs are just some of the types of groups that have found camp rotary to be the place to make their programs come alive just think 1,100 acres of forests lakes streams and trails populated by hundreds of creatures who make their homes in the lush surroundings of camp rotary located within the boundaries of these beautiful acres you will find cabins to house up to 40 people each the cabins are equipped with indoor sanitary facilities kitchen equipment electricity and even heat for those cold winter nights there are meeting rooms dining rooms rest rooms and great food to be found in the central lodge just up from the parking lot and office and on the way to central lodge you will find the well-equipped ecology center majestic displays of the natural world around us warm heated meeting space in the winter and an outstanding alternative classroom facility just waiting for you and your group you might also check out the new doan conference center summer camp allows a scout to share in fellowship and learn about and exchange experiences with other scouts this type of interaction is what scouting is all about summer camp is just one place where we can encourage and develop it the greatest reward from camp will be the lasting memories each scout will carry with him for the rest of his life let the adventure begin camp rotary 4 leader guide 2012

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camp rotary theme for 2012 there s a hero in us all harken back to years ago of tying a blanket around your neck and jumping off your bed of costumed crusader bedspreads pajamas and lunch boxes superheroes were the apple of everyone s eyes and stood for truth justice and the american way superheroes are cool everybody knows superman batman spiderman and the x-men but the world of superheroes is much richer and deeper than that anyone can be a hero a scout who uses his first aid or lifesaving skills keeps his cool in an emergency situation the older boy who mentors a first year camper celebrate the return of the hero by transforming your campsite into a secret base dress up as your favorite hero as you attend the wednesday night carnival this should be prepared in advance be creative and original you don t want to arrive and find 30 other spidermen running around this is not a world of alternate dimensions and doppelgangers a hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles impossible is only a word to make you feel better about giving up remember to greet each new sun as if it brings with it the promise of new adventure and challenge remember that there s a hero in us all we look forward to seeing you at camp rotary this summer where we always let the adventure begin camp rotary 5 leader guide 2012

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program areas shooting sports one of the highlights of your scouts week at camp will undoubtedly be his time spent at one of our shooting sports ranges whether archery action archery rifle shotgun or muzzle loader nothing compares to the thrill of learning a new skill your scouts will be taught how to safely enjoy what many have come to know as a hobby for life camp rotary s shooting sports programs emphasize safety and skill training in an area that is often unique to our scouts outdoor summer camp experience with the reconstruction of the archery and rifle ranges expanding both from 8 stations to 16 stations and the all-new shotgun range the shootings sports program is pushing forward to continue to break new ground each and every year open shooting will be available during the week at all three ranges special evening programs will include muzzle loading rifle a shotgun competition and an archery balloon shoot other special programs will include the staff vs scoutmaster shootout nra qualification shooting at the rifle range tomahawk throw slingshot shoot and a newly refurbished action archery range nra rifle qualification shooting is a new program at camp rotary and is designed to continue to challenge youth and adults who wish to advance their rifle shooting skills while visiting our camp this is a long-term program with records to be kept and worked on over several years in most cases please see page 41 for more information on this program nra certificates completed will be awarded at the end of the week and all records will be kept on file at camp rotary and updated annually at the lake huron area council office patches will be made available for purchase through the camp trading post shooting targets toward nra levels can be done at any regular rifle open shoot it is recommended that individuals pursuing nra levels purchase a week long pass range officers will do their best to accommodate the positional requests of nra shooters with the understanding that no direct preferential treatment will be given climbing rappelling cope our climbing/rappelling cope area will provide your boys with a challenge that will offer them the opportunity to learn new skills test themselves build self confidence self reliance and gain a sense of accomplishment climbing rappelling are available to boy scouts of all ages our 40 climbing tower has 2 sides of increasing challenge and difficulty the rappelling side of the tower provides scouts the quickest way back to ground level ready for something really cool the night crawler will test your skills on the tower our 755 zip line in the late evening hours cope challenging outdoor personal experience is an outstanding opportunity for older scouts to increase their selfconfidence through a series of activities that will challenge them physically mentally and personally in a team-building setting which camp rotary 6 leader guide 2012

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fosters the development of teamwork leadership self-esteem trust and problem solving skills cope is a combination of both low high course events high cope is more of a personal experience which will take an individual beyond what they thought they could accomplish by themselves participants of high low cope must be at least 13 years of age path program 1st year campers scout path primary abilities training huddle is a special program designed for your 1st year campers who have not yet reached the rank of 1st class path scouts visit most every program area at camp as they work on the skill instruction requirements for their tenderfoot 2nd 1st class ranks path scouts also take part in a special overnight campout where they cook their own meals and enjoy an evening campfire program they will earn the fingerprinting merit badge as part of their path experience path scouts are encouraged to bring their own tent backpack and an adult leader or two who can assist with the path program the path program is available to scouts to use as they need scouts can take part in all of the path program or just the parts they need to advance path provides your scouts with the skill instruction needed to be tested by your unit s adult leadership we do not sign-off on advancement adult participation is required for your scouts to receive the maximum benefit from path see page 11 for this summer s path schedule scoutcraft new for 2012 scoutcraft offers your scouts instruction in the skills vital to the outdoor scouting program instruction is provided in the basic outdoor skills of camping cooking knot tying splicing lashing fire building and how to safely use an axe and knife scouts will also have the opportunity to earn their totin chip and firem n chit scoutcraft will help your scouts develop the basic skills of hiking and camping and will help scouts to appreciate and understand the out-of-doors by making the best use of their own abilities and their natural surroundings scoutcraft will teach your scouts the skills of campcraft and woodcraft so they will be qualified to camp successfully on their own waterfront the waterfront at camp rotary is second to none open swimming and boating are available monday through friday in addition to canoeing lifesaving rowing swimming motor boating and small boat sailing merit badges snorkeling mile swim kayaking bsa and instructional swim are also offered during the week adult leaders have the opportunity to complete the new paddle craft safety and swimming water rescue trainings be sure to allow time for the polar bear swim and the weekly water games sure to be a hit with your boys all campers and adults who wish to enter the waterfront must have a buddy tag buddy tags are not issued to anyone who does not possess a valid bsa health form anyone who wishes to swim or boat must pass the bsa swimmer test at camp pool certification will not be accepted the waterfront cannot operate without volunteer adult look-outs in the tower please be sure to sign up for a time slot to help camp rotary 7 leader guide 2012

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handicraft handicraft will help your scouts discover their creative side every scout brings to camp a wide variety of talents and skills the handicraft area provides scouts the opportunity to explore many different areas of skill and interest perhaps one of which may lead to an enjoyable life-long hobby or special interest whether your boys want to make something special out of wood paper or leather they can get the help they need in handicraft parents love hand-made gifts and scouts love to make them scouts wishing to work on handicraft merit badges should bring some extra money for supplies please refer to the trading post section of the camp service section of this guide for additional program fee costs nature the entire camp is our nature area there are nature trails demonstrations of conservation skills as well as additional instruction available in each of the many nature merit badges offered by camp rotary many animal displays and hands-on learning opportunities can be found in the heavenrich nature center and area be sure to visit the snake pit turtle pond and take a stroll down the nature trail during your week at camp rotary not to be missed the leaf leap turtle obstacle course ugly bug contest and the critter crawl m.a.d.e if your scouts are looking for an entirely new experience at camp the m.a.d.e multimedia application development environment program is for them the m.a.d.e program is in its fourth summer here at camp rotary we offer your scouts the opportunity to explore the worlds of theatre music graphic design cinematography and so much more whether your scout enjoys performing writing or being behind the camera we have something for him other events to check out in the m.a.d.e program are our rock band night and our rotary idol please note that some merit badges require program tickets from the trading post and/or musical instruments please check the requirements and recommendations for each m.a.d.e merit badge the doan center is home for m.a.d.e the m.a.d.e at camp rotary program area will offer bugling cinematography cit/nation cit/world communications computers graphic arts model design building music photography scouting heritage theater merit badges your scouts will become filmmakers actors or model builders for the week be sure to share this exciting new program area with your older scouts who are looking for something new at camp camp rotary 8 leader guide 2012

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path program schedule all times subject to change based on path attendance adult leader assistance monday tuesday wednesday thursday friday 9:00 10:00 assign to patrols t-8 citizenship t-6 f-5 first aid t-12a t-12b s-7a s-7c f-8b f-8c f-8d tent pitching hike to path 10:00 11:00 initiative games safe swim defense safety afloat free swim t-9 s-8a f-9a backpacking demonstration hit the showers 11:00 12:00 8 basic knots t-4b,t-4c f-7a f-8a free swim lifesaving skills overnight preparation open 1:30 2:30 rifle range firem n chit totin chip s-3c map compass s-1a f-1 5 mile hike/10 plants animals t-11 s-1b s-6 f-6 depart for overnight 2:00 pm t-2 s-2 s-3b s-3d s-3g boating 2:30 3:30 archery range rope lashings t-4a f-7b overnight youth protection videos 3:30 4:30 fingerprinting merit badge blue card required drugs alcohol awareness s-9 path closing open ceremony evening open open vespers path campfire program open activity not required for the path patch t=tenderfoot requirement s=second class requirement f=first class requirement camp rotary 11 leader guide 2012

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merit badges the 2012 camp rotary merit badges offered are listed individually on the following pages beginning on march 1 2012 you can sign-up your scouts for merit badges online see page 61 for details all merit badge classes have attendance limits so early enrollment is advised all merit badge classes meet daily at the times listed unless specified otherwise please be sure your scouts come prepared for the badges they wish to complete mb book prerequirements completed etc be prepared merit badge program camp rotary offers merit badges on a scheduled basis and requires each scout to arrive at camp with 1 a fully-completed blue card and 2 all pre-requisites completed for each merit badge he intends to take the scout should also have read completely the current merit badge book for each merit badge he intends to take and should have the merit badge book books with him at camp for reference if needed blue cards will be collected on sunday please arrive at camp prepared to turn-in your units blue cards on sunday evening at the conclusion of the week each scoutmaster will receive a print-out of their scouts merit badge accomplishments including completes partials and an itemized list of any requirement not completed during the week blue cards both completes partials will be included with the scoutmaster s packet received upon checkout at the end of the week troop leaders are encouraged to review their scout s merit badge records prior to leaving camp any irregularities should be brought to the camp office immediately for corrective action troop leaders are encouraged to check with our area directors as often as necessary to review the individual progress of their scouts to avoid any surprises at the end of the week it is the unit leader s responsibility to keep track of your scouts class schedules tips to help ensure merit badge success for your boys be sure each blue card is filled out completely and legibly before arriving at camp valuable time is lost when blue cards are missing a signature or are illegible our area instructors have been told to immediately return to the scoutmaster any blue card not properly filled out your troop guide will collect your blue cards on sunday check in periodically with your scout s counselors to review their progress and address any problems which arise scouts who turn in a blue card but do not attend class will be marked as no show on the merit badge print-out you receive at the end of the week review the merit badge print-out at the conclusion of the week before leaving camp it is much easier to make any necessary corrections before you leave camp than weeks or months later all of camp rotary s merit badge counselors are registered with the bsa for the merit badges they instruct if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to speak with the program director or camp director camp rotary 13 leader guide 2012

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all merit badges taught this summer will be based on the 2011 boy scout requirements book #34765 scouts are expected to have read the current merit badge book before arriving at camp have the current merit badge book with them at camp please be sure all blue cards are completely filled out and ready to turn in on sunday evening scouts are not allowed to begin work on a merit badge without a blue card if you need merit badge books or additional blue cards they can be purchased at the trading post unit leadership needs to maintain a schedule of your scouts merit badge classes locations this is not provided by the camp office scout s name filled out scout s address filled out scout s city filled out scout s troop filled out scout s district council filled out blue card signed dated by unit leader camp rotary 14 leader guide 2012

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archaeology times offered 10:00 11:00 am or 2:30 3:30 pm archery times offered 9:00 10:00 am or 10:00 11:00 am or 11:00 12:00 pm location archery range recommended for 2nd year camper older art times offered 9:00 10:00 am or 3:30 4:30 pm location scoutcraft recommended for 2nd year camper older location deer lodge recommended for 1st year camper older pre-requisite none recommended materials archaeology mb book notebook/journal pre-requisite none recommended materials archery mb book notebook/journal pre-requisite none recommended materials art mb book expected cost none other information expected cost $5.00 other information extra shooting time outside of class may be required expected cost none other information camp rotary 15 leader guide 2012

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