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Great Lakes Field Service Council
Michigan Crossroads Council
Boy Scouts of America
1776 W. Warren Avenue
Detroit, MI 48208
Phone: 313-897-1965
2018 Cub Camping Southeast Michigan
Parent & Leader Guide
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Table of Contents General
What’s New…………………………………………………….. 3 Patches – Passport to Adventure……………………………. 4 Cub Scouts Camping Mission Statement…………………… 5 Cub Camping Comparison Chart……………………………. 5 Quick Facts…………………………………………………...... 5 What do I get for my money?............................................... 6 Helping your Scout get to Camp…………………………….. 6 - Camp Cards……………………………………………….. 6 - Camperships………………………………………………. 7 Volunteer Staff…………………………………………………. 8
Day/Twilight Camp
Introduction…………………………………………………….. 9 Locations, Dates & Times……………………………………. 9 Registration Fees……………………………………………… 9 Required Paperwork for Camp………………………………. 10 Den Assignments at Camp…………………………………… 10 Pack Day Camp Leadership (Den Walkers)………………... 10 Single Scout Program…………………………………………. 10 Adult/Parent/Leader Registration……………………………. 11 Super Den Walkers……………………………………………. 11 Siblings in Camp………………………………………………. 11 Safe Transportation to & from Camp………………………... 11 What to Expect at Camp, Daily Day Camp Schedule……... 11 What to Bring…………………………………………………… 12 Check In, Identification, Check Out………………………….. 12 Late Check In – Early Check Out……………………………. 12 Absent Camper………………………………………………… 13 Visitors in Camp……………………………………………...... 13 Weather……………………………………………………….... 13 Got Questions? Here’s who to contact……………………... 13
Weekend Adventure
Overview………………………………………………………... 14 Locations & Dates…………………………………………...... 14 Registering……………………………………………………… 14 What to Expect at Camp, Weekend Adventure Schedule… 15 What to Bring, Camp t-shirts, Check In & Check Out……... 15 Visitors in Camp…………………………………………......... 16 Weather………………………………………………………… 16 Got Questions? Here’s who to contact………………......... 16
Forms
Sign Me Up – Day Camp……………………………….......... 17
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What’s New in 2018
• Theme o Passport to Adventure
• Volunteer Staff Incentive o We Need Volunteer Adult Staff to make our camps the best they camp!!! o If you volunteer for all 3 days of camp, we’ll provide you a 50% off code to use for your Scout to
attend camp at Half Price—Contact your Camp Director for more info/discount code
• Single Scout Program o If a Pack/Den are unable to attend camp and the Parent/Guardian are unable to attend with the
Scout, we will provide your Scout with a trained Den Leader for an additional cost of $50. To take advantage of this option your Scout must be signed up for this option by the Early Bird deadline; this will allow us to make arrangements for the trained Den Leader to be on site. This program is limited to 16 Scouts per camp.
• Cost Structure for Day/Twilight Camp o $65 Early Bird Rate—signed up online 2 weeks prior to start of camp
▪ $75 Regular Rate / $85 Walk-In Rate
• Participants o Camp is open to Boys & Girls going into the 1st grade and not yet completed the 5th grade
• Twilight Camps o Allen Park – July 17-19,2018: Tuesday – Thursday, from 3pm to 9pm o Shelby Twp. – July 26-29, 2018: Thursday & Friday, from 3pm to 9pm and Saturday 9am to 3pm
• Locations Changes o Weekend Adventures
▪ June 23-24, 2018 will be at Camp Agawam in Lake Orion ▪ July 14- 15, 2018 will be at Silver Trails Scout Reservation
o Twilight Camp ▪ July 26-28, 2018 have been moved from Ray Twp. to Shelby Twp.
o STEM Day Camp ▪ July 23-25, 2015 will be at Stage Nature Center in Troy
• Patches o Attend 3 winter/spring events and 1 summer program and complete the set. o See next page for images and details
• Pay your own way o Camp Card program has been updated to better serve each Scout.
▪ If your Cub Scout sells 90 cards – they get to go to resident camp for free
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Great Lakes Field Service Council Cub Camping
Cub Scout Camping Mission Statement
To provide the premier Cub Scout Camping experience for our youth through a quality program combining both
fun and education through Day Camp and our Weekend Adventure 24hr camps while assisting units with
retention and encouraging boys to continue onto the Cub Scout Resident Camp experiences.
Providing experiences that your Cub Scout and you can’t get anywhere else!
Cub Camping Comparison Chart
Weekend Adventures
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Daytime Activities: Day Camp - 3 days: 9am-3pm Twilight - 3pm -9pm
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Quick Facts Day/Twilight Camp
Campers will travel the world and participate in activities where they will learn more about other countries and
cultures in our world.
Weekend Adventure
Over the course of 24 hours’ campers and their parents will participate in activities which allow them to
experience life in other cultures. Activities will include shooting sports, nature hikes, sports, outdoor ethics and
more with the day culminating in the ultimate campfire program.
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What do I get for my money? Day/Twilight Camp - $75 ($65 Early Bird)
Per Youth – Boy & Girl (going into 1stgrade – going into 5th grade)
Weekend Adventure - $85 ($75 Early Bird) Per Parent & PAL
✓ 3 day of quality program ✓ Themed t-shirt ✓ Themed patch ✓ Drawstring backpack ✓ Water bottle ✓ Take home activity/project each day ✓ Passport Adventure FUN
➢ 24 hr overnight experience ➢ Themed t-shirt ➢ Themed patch ➢ Drawstring backpack ➢ Water bottle ➢ Meals: Dinner, Snack and Breakfast ➢ Passport Adventure FUN
Day Camp - $35
Tag Along (3-5 years old)
o Themed t-shirt o Drawstring backpack o Water bottle o Activities – Age Appropriate
Excluding bb guns, archery, wrist rockets, sports, take home project, etc.
Helping Your Scout Get To Camp:
Finances should not be a reason for the a Cub Scout to not attend a Cub Camping experience. Here a few
options to help you raise and request the necessary funds to experience all that camp has to offer
SIGN UP YOUR PACK FOR CAMP CARDS!
Pre-order by February 9, 2018 to reserve your cards!
QUALIFY FOR A FREE CAMP EXPERIENCE!! Calling all Scouts – participate in this easy opportunity –
by selling 200 Camp Cards – the Council will pay your MCC resident camp fee – AND your unit will still
qualify for and keep 50% commission on sales.
Qualify for a FREE Camp by selling
CUB RESIDENT CAMP – 90 CARDS
BOY SCOUT CAMP – 200 CARDS
For example, if your Scout wants to attend Camp Rotary for a week of Boy Scout Resident Camp, by selling
200 Camp Cards, they will qualify to attend FREE.
• Ideal fundraiser to send your Scouts to camp!
• Units get 50% Commission on all sales
• Each card sells for $5
• Open to all units (Packs, Troops, Crews, Posts, Ships, OA Lodges)
• Customer can register card online and select additional premium discounts for a savings
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• No risk sale – no charge for unsold cards (once returned to Council)
Sale Details
Order cards by February 9, 2018
Receive your cards by March Roundtable
Cards distributed to units at February & March Roundtable Limited number of cards available
2018 Camp Card Sale Information
The 2018 Camp Card Sale is support to help insure that camp can be a part of this year’s Scouting experience
for them. Below is a brief explanation of how the camp card sale works and links to order them. Attached is complete information.
Camp Card Sale Details:
• Sale Timeline: February 10 – May 10, 2018
• Camp Cards are 100% returnable to your May roundtable or to your local Field Service Council by May 11,
2018
Camp Cards sell for $5.00 each
• $2.50 per each card sold goes to unit sending Scouts to camp and/or other adventurers
• $ 0.70 per card sold goes to produce the card and discount offers
• $ 1.80 per card sold goes to support Michigan Crossroads Council Scouting
Sign up for Camp Cards at http://michiganscouting.org/campcards/
MCC Campership Program 2018 To be eligible, the following guidelines must be met by the youth applicant:
o Registered within the Michigan Crossroads Council and in good standing for at least 30 days
prior to completing an application.
o Youth attending a Michigan Crossroads Council operated Summer Camp (Day Camp, Cub Scout
Resident Camp, Webelos Resident Camp, or Boy Scout Resident Camp)
o Youth attending an Official Field Service Council, District, Area or National Training
Conference. I.E. NYLT (National Youth Leader Training)
o Recommended by his/her Unit Leader (Committee Chair, Cubmaster, Scoutmaster, or Advisor)
and Parent/Guardian. When a Unit Leader enters the information in to the Michigan Crossroads
Council website it is their responsibility to ensure all parties are in agreement with the
information provided.
We urge your assistance in applying for camperships for youth who could not attend camp without
financial assistance.
In keeping with the philosophy of “pay your own way”, each youth should pay a portion of the fee.
Camperships are awarded based primarily on need. The more information the campership committee has about
the Scout’s particular need, the better. The Field Service Council also reserves the right to consider the unit’s
participation in Council administered product sales as demonstrating a concerted effort to raise these funds. The
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family and unit should also contribute to the cost of the camp experience. Camperships awarded will not
exceed 50% of the event fee.
Applying for campership aid must be done by APRIL 1st to allow time for review and response. If approved,
the campership amount will be sent to the camp or to the National Conference when registration of the
individual is confirmed. Fees will be credited as camp payment in the Scout’s name within the Michigan
Crossroads Council Summer Camp Reservations portion of its website. The campership is to a specific
individual and is not transferable to other youth.
1. Apply separately for each Scout needing assistance. All information requested on is needed when
applying.
2. Assistance will be considered based on need, the youth’s unit’s support of the mission of the Michigan
Crossroads Council including participation in the Friends of Scouting Campaign and Popcorn Sale.
3. All requests must be submitted by APRIL 1st. All campership applications submitted on time will
be considered based on the financial need of the Scout in relation to the other applications received
and available funds. Any campership applications received after April 1, 2018 will only be
considered if there are funds remaining.
4. Your request will be reviewed by committee within the Field Service Council the applicant is registered
in. Campership awards and information is confidential and will not be shared outside of
the campership committee.
5. After review notification will be done by the Field Service Council to the Campership Recipient’s
family and Unit Leadership including the assistance decision.
6. Assistance funds will be credited to each Scout when they attend the event they applied for. Funds are
only usable by the individual whom the assistance was granted.
7. Completeness of the information when applying will help determine campership allocations.
8. Scouts are only eligible to receive one form of financial assistance.
Thrifty: A Scout works to pay his own way and help others. He saves for the future. He protects and
conserves natural resources. He carefully uses time and property.
Questions please email [email protected], speak to your Unit Commissioner, or Unit Serving
Executive
http://michiganscouting.org/camperships/
Volunteer Staff
All of our staff that deliver our programs at camp are volunteers. They are registered Scouters. They provide a
great program because they believe in Scouting and the importance of putting the Outing in Scouting. They are
paid in smiles and laughs. Please be considerate and understanding when working with them. The staff always
appreciate an extra hand or a thank you from you and your Scouts. Scouting is a volunteer-led organization that
is professionally guided. Together the volunteer staff, the adult/den walkers, and Scouts can make the Cub
Scout camping experience the best that it can be in the Great Lakes Field Service Council.
We Need Volunteer Adult Staff to make our camps the best they camp!!!
If you volunteer for all 3 days of camp, we’ll provide you a 50% off code to use for your Scout to attend camp at
Half Price—Contact your Camp Director for more info/discount code
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Day/Twilight Camp Introduction
Great Lakes Field Service Council operates day camps throughout Macomb, Oakland and Wayne County.
Packs may choose whichever day camp location is convenient for their schedules and scouts. While packs are
encouraged to attend day camp as a pack, individual scouts may register even if their pack is not attending, only
if they are accompanied by an adult. Remember, attendance at day camp counts as an activity toward earning
the National Summertime Pack Award. Outdoor activities, such as day camp, are also a requirement to earn the
Journey to Excellence. Most importantly camp provides an opportunity to put OUTING back in Scouting and
assists in fulfilling the promises made when your son or daughter joined scouting. This guide is designed to
help packs and campers prepare for camp. Please review the contents of this guide and become familiar with
the policies and procedures. We’re looking forward to seeing you at camp!
Day/Twilight Camp Locations, Dates & Times Dates Times Location. Early Bird Rate Ends
June 19-21, 2018 9am-3pm Clawson City Park, Clawson June 5, 2018
June 26-28, 2018 9am-3pm Spindler Park, Eastpointe June 12, 2018
July 10-12, 2018 9am-3pm Camp Agawam, Lake Orion June 19, 2018
July 17-19, 2018 Twilight Camp
3pm-9pm Cunningham Park, Allen Park July 3, 2018
July 23-25, 2018 STEM Day Camp
9am-3pm Stage Nature Center, Troy July 9, 2018
July 26-28, 2018 Twilight Camp
3pm-9pm River Bend Park, Shelby Twp Thursday & Friday Twilight, Saturday: 9am -3pm
July 12, 2018
July 31-Aug 2, 2018 9am-3pm Multi Lakes Conserv., Commerce Twp. July 17, 2018
August 7-9, 2018 9am-3pm Maybury State Park, Northville July 24, 2018
August 14-16, 2018 9am-3pm Historic Fort Wayne, Detroit July 31, 2018
Day/Twilight Camp Registration Fees
Early Bird Registration ends two weeks prior to start of camp $65 per youth/camper
Regular Registration is within two weeks to the start of camp $75 per youth/camper
Walk-In/Day of Registration $85 per youth/camper
Tag Along (Siblings Ages 3-5) $35 per tag along
Adult (Den Walkers) Free (t-shirt $10, optional)
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All registration must be completed at https://scoutingevent.com/272-2018GLCubCamping. Packs are
encouraged to register for day camp as a Pack to better coordinate pack leadership and ease in
assigning dens. A Sign Me Up form is available online at the registration link above and in the back of this
packet to assist pack coordinators collect the information needed to complete the registration for each Scout.
There is still an option to register a scout individually, too. All registrations are required to have an adult sign
up.
Required Paperwork for Camp: Medical Forms
Medical forms Part A & B are required for all people in camp which includes all campers, siblings, adults and
staff. Medical forms can be found online at http://www.scouting.org/filestore/HealthSafety/pdf/680-
001_AB.pdf. A form must be on file at the camp registration area with the Health Officer for the individual to
participate in camp.
Den Assignments at Camp
Campers will be assigned to Dens based on their Pack to allow the Den Walkers (Adults) to stay with their
scouts. Depending on the size of your Pack you may have other scouts from other Packs in your Day Camp
Den. We do this to ensure that the Den is full to maximize participation and to ensure that the Den has adequate
adult leadership.
Pack Day Camp Leadership (Den Walkers)
Every Pack is required to provide its own day camp leadership while at camp. One leader is required for every
5 youth in camp (youth count includes scouts and siblings registered in the sibling program) with a minimum of
2 leaders. (Example: 11 youth require 3 leaders). New Tiger Cubs (youth that have just completed
kindergarten) are required to have a parent or guardian in attendance, a 1 adult to 1 scout ratio.
Day Camp is not a “Drop-Off” camp; we want you to be involved in your Scouts life
The Den Walkers are responsible for escorting the den throughout the day from activity station to activity
station. They are to encourage active participation in the programs and activities, assisting station leaders as
necessary. Den walkers are asked to promote Cub Spirit by helping the den create its own den yell and flag.
Songs and yells build enthusiasm and promote togetherness. They can be used while traveling from one session
to another. Den walkers are also in charge of ensuring camper safety using the buddy system and by
maintaining order in the den. In the event of an injury or illness, the den walker is to promptly report the
incident to the camp headquarters bringing injured campers to the health officer. Discipline issues are to be
reported to the camp director. Each Den will be provided with a Den Tote Bag that will be equipped with
supplies to assist you.
Single Scout Program
However, if Pack/Den are unable to attend camp and the Parent/Guardian are unable to attend with the Scout,
we will provide your Scout with a trained Den Leader for an additional cost of $50. To take advantage of this
option your Scout must be signed up for this option by the Early Bird deadline; this will allow us to make
arrangements for the trained Den Leader to be on site. This program is limited to 16 Scouts per camp.
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Adult/Parent/Leader Registration
Each registration requires 1 adult to sign up, you will not be able to complete the registration unless an adult it
committed to attending for the duration of camp, you are encouraged to add more adults to your registration.
When registering, you will need to indicate which day(s) the adult will be at camp (Day 1, 2, and/or Day 3).
Super Den Walkers If you plan to be at Day Camp for all 3 days, you will be noted as a Super Den Walker. The Super Den Walker will aid in
helping with Check Out of your den on all 3 Days and check in of your Den on Days 2 & 3.
Siblings in Camp
Siblings are welcome to attend camp with parents that are serving either as Camp Staff* or Day Camp
Leadership (Den Walkers) under the following criteria:
• Tag-A-Long: Ages 3-5 can attend with a parent, only if it doesn’t interfere with den walker duties.
Camp staff members would not be able to have youth of this age with them.
• Sibling Program: Ages 6-11 (entering 1st grade through entering 5th grade) may participate in the Sibling
Program if their parent or guardian is onsite as camp staff or den walkers. Siblings will be assigned to
dens accordingly.
• Ages 12 and older – Check with the Camp Director. Youth ages 12 and older may be able to serve as Jr.
Camp Staff.
*Camp Staff is defined as those adults volunteering during a day camp and where they are serving as leaders of
program areas as assigned by the Day Camp Director.
Note: For youth participating in the sibling or tag-a-long programs: Accident and sickness insurance must be
provided by the parents; they are not covered under BSA insurance.
Safe Transportation TO & FROM Camp
When transporting Scouts to camp, make sure the rules published in the Guide to Safe Scouting are followed.
(An Online version can be found at www.scouting.org.)
Most packs carpool to transport Scouts to camp. It is imperative that each vehicle is safe, carries insurance
(State requirements) and is operated safely. Be sure anyone taking your child in and out of camp is listed in the
Authorized Person section of the registration
What to expect at Day Camp?
Daily Day Camp Schedule
Daytime Schedule:
8:30 am Arrive & Check-in (8am on Day 1)
9:00 am Opening Ceremony
3:00 pm Closing Ceremony & Dismissal
Twilight Schedule:
2:30 pm Arrive & Check-nn (2pm on Day 1)
3:00 pm Opening Ceremony
9:00 pm Closing Ceremony & Dismissal
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Schedules for station rotations will be provided daily to den walkers. Campers will spend 35-45 minutes at
each station before moving to the next. Station activities including themed activities and experiments, shooting
sports, sports and much more. The stations consist of educational hands on activities.
What to Bring
Please make sure all items are marked with the Scout’s name and pack number for easy identification.
• Day pack to hold gear (Youth will be provided with a draw string bag)
• Lunch with name on container (avoid using mayo or other perishables in packed lunches)
• Rain gear (dress for the weather)
• Sunscreen and non-aerosol bug repellant (staff is not allowed to apply sunscreen or bug repellant to
Scouts)
• Properly labeled medications (if needed)
• Closed toe shoes must be worn by all youth and adults (no sandals)
• Camp Agawam Sessions: Swimsuit, towel, and bag for wet clothes (adults may bring their suits also)
Check In
Check in will begin 1 hour before camps starts (8am or 2pm for Twilight) prior to the scheduled opening flag
ceremony. Please go directly to the camp headquarters with your medical forms. You will be given your camp
supplies (t-shirt, water bottle, string bag, wristband) and your Den Assignment. Please allow ample time for
this on the first day to ensure a smooth start to the day. Walk in registration is allowed but we highly encourage
you to register in advance to allow for our team to prepare for your arrival.
Identification
It helps the staff to identify which children & adults are part of our camp session.
➢ Camp T-Shirts
o Camp t-shirts will be issued on the first day of camp and are to be worn by youth and tag-a-long
siblings while in camp each day. Adults may purchase t-shirts for $10 when registering online.
➢ Wristbands
o Each youth and adult at camp will be required to wear the provided plastic band for the duration
of camp.
Check Out
At the end of the day everyone will gather at the flags for announcements and the closing ceremony. After the
closing ceremony, Super Den Walkers will check campers out to drivers that were submitted during the online
registration. Drivers will be asked to present their driver’s licenses as verification to the Super Den Walker.
The Super Den Walker will help the Day Camp Staff to ensure every scout leaves with the proper
parent/guardian. Note: This is change in procedure from previous years
Late Check In – Early Check Out
It is understood there are situations where someone may need to arrive late or leave early. Anyone arriving after
the opening ceremony or leaving before the scheduled end of camp must check in/out at camp headquarters. For
safety reasons, we need to know who is in camp. At the end of the day if a camper has not checked out of
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camp, missing camper procedures will go into effect until the camper can be located. Please understand these
policies are in place for the safety of your children.
Absent Campers
If a camper is going to be absent on a day they are scheduled to be at camp, we ask that the pack coordinator or
a den walker from the pack be notified so he/she can notify the camp staff at check in. After the morning
check-in, any campers not checked-in will be contacted unless the camp has been notified the camper is absent
for the day.
Visitors in Camp
All adults and campers are required to sign in at the camp headquarter and will receive a wristband. Anyone
without a wristband will be directed to camp headquarters station to be properly checked in by camp staff. This
includes any siblings that are in camp without a wristband.
Weather
The Day Camp program will run rain or shine so please dress accordingly. If the rain becomes too heavy or if
there are thunderstorms, everyone will move to shelter and run a modified program until the weather clears.
Once weather is clear normal program will resume. Camp Directors will keep a close eye on weather
conditions if hazardous weather is forecasted. In the event camp is cancelled, emails will be sent to pack
contacts, a Remind text message sent out and notifications posted to the Great Lakes FSC Facebook page.
Remember campers will be outside and the temperatures can get hot. Campers will be issued a water bottle on
the first day and water will be available at every station for campers to drink. It would be a good idea to make
sure campers drink plenty of water the day before camp and at night when they get home. Dehydrated campers
don’t have as much fun at camp as hydrated ones. Adults should also be reminded to stay well hydrated.
Got Questions? Here’s who to contact
Council Cub Camping Chairperson Scott Wauldron 248 462-2360 [email protected]
June 19-21 Clawson (NS) Director Christopher Bibbs 248-459-1452 [email protected]
June 26-28 Eastpointe, (SR) Director Melissa Hahn 586 242-6597 [email protected]
July 10-12 Lake Orion, (PM) Director Cathy Cowger 248-408-7072 [email protected]
July 17-19 Allen Park, (MA) Director Stepheni Aguila 734-735-8860 [email protected]
July 23-25 Troy, (STEM) Director Maria Peralta 248-727-8082 [email protected]
July 26-28 Shelby Twp, (CH) Director Patrick Tricoli 586-745-1008 [email protected]
July 31-Aug 2 Commerce Twp., (OT) Director Art Malisow 248-804-8608 [email protected]
August 7-9 Northville, (SN) Director Leeanne Buckley 248-777-7421 [email protected]
August 14-16 Detroit, (RN) Director Bonnie Ponder 313-478-0629 [email protected]
*2 letter abbreviation after the city denotes the district that is hosting the camp
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Weekend Adventure Overview Are you new to scouting or maybe just ready for 24 hours away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life?
Weekend Adventures are a 24-Hour camping experience for a Cub Scout, siblings and a parent or guardian. It is a great
way to introduce a new Cub Scout to the camping experience or take the experience Cub Scout on another great
adventure.
The Early bird cost per pair (Parent & Pal) is $75 if registered 2 weeks prior ($85 after) which covers all activities and
food for the weekend along with a patch and shirt. For each additional “Parent” and/or Pal it is $37.50 early bird rate
($42.50 after).
This is a family camp; all youth that are elementary school age are welcome to attend with their parent/guardian.
Weekend Adventure Locations & Dates
Date & Location Early Bird Ends
June 23-24, 2018 @ Camp Agawam, Lake Orion June 9, 2018
July 14-15, 2018 @ Silver Trails Scout Reservation June 30, 2018
August 18-19, 2018 @ D-bar-A Scout Ranch August 4, 2018
Registering
1 Parent and 1 Pal are required to sign up. Additional Parents/Guardians/Adults & Siblings can be added onto
your registration. Register at https://scoutingevent.com/272-2018GLCubCamping
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What to expect at Weekend Adventure?
Weekend Adventure Schedule
Saturday Schedule:
12:00 Check in and Set up
1:00 Opening Ceremony
1:15 Activities
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Activities
8:30 Campfire Program & Cracker Barrel (Snack)
10:00 Lights Out
Sunday Schedule:
7:30 Breakfast
8:30 Activities
10:30 Closing Ceremony/Awards
11:00 Break Camp and Check out
Tent site assignments and schedules will be provided at check in. Weekend Adventure weekends are designed
to be an introductory camping experience for families. Activities will center around the theme for the year and
include elements of Leave No Trace and Outdoor Ethics.
What to Bring
Please make sure all items are marked with the Scout’s name and pack number for easy identification.
• Tent
• Sleeping bag, pillow and ground mat
• Personal clothing
• Toiletries
• Non-aerosol bug spray and sunscreen
• Rain gear
• Water bottle
• Closed toe shoes must be worn by all youth and adults (no sandals)
Camp T-Shirts
Camp t-shirts will be issued at check in. Additional t-shirts can be purchased for $10 when registering online.
Check In & Check Out
Check in with registration staff upon arrival to camp. Medical forms A&B are required for all scouts and
parents and should be turned in at check in. Once in camp, notify the registration staff or camp director if there
is a need to leave. Checkout will be after the closing ceremony on Sunday.
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Visitors in Camp
All adults and campers are required to sign in at the camp headquarter and will receive a wristband. Anyone
without a wristband will be directed to camp headquarters station to be properly checked in by camp staff. This
includes any siblings that are in camp without a wristband.
Weather
The Weekend Adventure program will run rain or shine so please dress accordingly. If the rain becomes too
heavy or if there are thunderstorms, everyone will move to shelter and camp will run a modified program until
the weather clears. Once weather is clear normal program will resume. Camp Directors will keep a close eye
on weather conditions if hazardous weather is forecasted. In the event camp is cancelled, an email and text
message alert will be sent to the contacts on the registration, a Remind text message sent out and notifications
posted to the Great Lakes FSC Facebook page.
Remember campers will be outside and the temperatures can get hot. It would be a good idea to make sure
campers drink plenty of water the day before camp and while at camp. Dehydrated campers don’t have as much
fun at camp as hydrated ones. Adults should also be reminded to stay well hydrated.
Got Questions? Here’s who to contact
Council Cub Camping Chairperson Scott Wauldron 248 462-2360 [email protected]
June 23-24 Camp Agawam Weekend Adventure, Director Kelsey Schultz 313-399-0075 [email protected]
June 24-25 Silver Trails Weekend Adventure, Director Sue Heintz 248-497-4630 [email protected]
August 19-20 D-A Weekend Adventure, Director Art Malisow 248-804-8608 [email protected]
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Sign Me Up form can be downloaded off the Day Camp Registration Page
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Sign Me Up form can be downloaded off the Day Camp Registration Page