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2017 Camp Rockefeller Leader’s Guide

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PROGRAM INFORMATION ..............................1

R.O.C.K.S. -First Year Camper Program ............1

Aquatics ........................................................1

Moviemaking .................................................4

Climbing ........................................................5

Ecology/ Conservation ...................................5

Handicraft......................................................5

Scoutcraft ......................................................5

Shooting Sports .............................................6

SPECIALTY PROGRAMS ...................................7

C.O.P.E. .........................................................7

Mountain Biking ............................................8

S.T.E.M. .........................................................8

ADVANCEMENTS AT CAMP.............................9

Scheduling Merit Badge Sessions .................. 10

SPECIAL EVENTS ........................................... 11

FRIDAY FAMILY NIGHT ................................. 11

Order of the Arrow ...................................... 13

Adult Leader Programs ................................. 13

FEES AND REFUND POLICY ............................ 13

LEADERS IN CAMP ........................................ 15

CAMPING POLICIES ...................................... 17

Vehicles in Camp .......................................... 17

Golf Carts Policy ........................................... 17

Bicycles in Camp .......................................... 17

Dining Hall Proceedure………………………………..18

Special Dietary Needs .................................. 19

HEALTH INFORMATION ................................ 19

Medical Forms ............................................. 19

CAMP SAFETY .............................................. 20

Accident Insurance ....................................... 20

Animals at Camp .......................................... 20

Buddy System .............................................. 21

Security in Camp .......................................... 21

CAMPING RESERVATION POLICIES ................ 21

SUMMER CAMP PREPARATION .................... 21

CAMPER EQUIPMENT LIST ............................ 22

UNIT ARRIVAL AT CAMP ............................... 23

Directions to Camp Rockefeller..................... 23

Check-In Procedures .................................... 24

Health Check-In ........................................... 24

Early and Late Arrivals .................................. 24

UNIT DEPARTURE FROM CAMP .................... 24

STAFF OPPORTUNITIES ................................. 24

Camp Rockefeller Staff ................................. 24

Counselor in Training (C.I.T.) ........................ 25

Schedule ...................................................... 29

Camp Map ................................................... 30


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PROGRAM INFORMATION

R.O.C.K.S.

First Year Camper Program

Road to Outdoor Camping Knowledge and

Skills

The importance of a high-quality first year

camper program is not lost at Camp Rockefeller.

The first-year camper program at any summer

camp is arguably the most important program.

This aspect of camp has the potential to

influence a Scout’s future in the BSA, both short

and long term. A first-year camper program

requires patient and caring staff as well as

essential program resources and tools and

offers instruction in the basic Scout Skills and

provides knowledge scouts will need to

succeed. Camp Rockefeller is proud to offer our

first-year camp program—R.O.C.K.S.—for all

future Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class and First

Class scouts.

The R.O.C.K.S. Program is an advancement

program for scouts who have not yet achieved

the Scout, Tenderfoot, Second Class and First

Class programs are FULL DAY programs. Scouts

are free to choose any merit badges Camp

Rockefeller offers for the other half day.

These scouts will also tour and participate in

other program areas in camp, such as

Scoutcraft, Shooting Sports, etc.

NOTE: Scouts need to sign up for specific

R.O.C.K.S. Sessions- Scout, Tenderfoot, Second

Class, or First Class. Please sign up scouts for

the rank they are currently working on.

Scouts in the R.O.C.K.S. program can attend

Outpost with the Scoutcraft session one night.

Scouts will need to bring a water bottle,

flashlight, sleeping bag, and small tent (if the

Scout has one).

Aquatics

There is no better place to “chill out” than our

two aquatic areas- the pool and Lake Butler.

Stand-up paddle boarding (SUPs), sailing,

canoeing, rowing, and kayaking opportunities

are to be found on Lake Butler, while our pool

provides near limitless opportunities for

learning and fun. Aquatics areas are fully staffed

to operate in complete compliance with all BSA

aquatics standards.

Aquatics merit badges have prerequisites.

Please check current Boy Scout Requirement

Book.

Additional Aquatic Activities

Aquatic Supervision: Adults or youth 15 and

up. This is split into two sections, Paddle Craft

Safety and Swimming and Water Safety. This

course has replaced BSA Lifeguard for unit

purposes.


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Paddle Craft Safety

BSA Paddle Craft Safety expands Safety Afloat

training to include the skills and knowledge

needed for a unit leader to confidently

supervise canoeing or kayaking excursions on

flat water. The following materials are required

to conduct the course.

Swimming & Water Rescue

Training for BSA Swimming & Water Rescue

provides BSA leaders with information and skills

to prevent, recognize, and respond to

swimming emergencies during unit swimming

activities. It expands the awareness instruction

provided by Safe Swim Defense training. The

following materials are required to conduct the

course.

BSA Snorkeling: Meets during additional merit

badge time

Free Swim: Monday – Thursday: 4:15 p.m. -

5:15 p.m. and Monday night after dinner.

Participation will be limited to the number of

lifeguards on duty. Volunteer lifeguards can

allow for more participants.

Troop Swim – Tuesday and Thursday evening

after dinner.

Mile Swim: Must attend each session.

Swimming starts at:

Monday: 6:30 a.m. Tuesday: 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: 6:15 a.m. Thursday: 6:15 a.m. Friday: 1:45 p.m.

Pool Shower Hours

Youth (17 and younger): 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Adults (18 and older): 24 hours daily

**Youth protection rules must be followed**

Unit Swim Classification

The Boy Scouts of America has developed

guidelines concerning the swim classification

testing, which is usually performed Sunday at

check-in at summer camp. The unit’s swim

classification test can be completed prior to

coming to camp. The following steps must be

followed to complete the unit swim

classification test prior to camp.

1. The swim classification test must be

conducted by one of the following individuals:

Aquatics Director BSA (National Camp School

Certified), BSA Lifeguard Instructor, BSA

Lifeguard, Aquatics Supervisor BSA (Aquatics

Supervision Card), Red Cross Lifeguard

Instructor, Red Cross Lifeguard, Ellis Lifeguard

Instructor, Ellis Lifeguard, YMCA, or Red Cross

Water Safety Instructor. When the unit arrives

at summer camp, everyone will be issued a

buddy tag by the Aquatics Staff under the

direction of the Camp Aquatics Director.

2. A copy of the reviewer’s certificate or card

must be attached to the Unit Swim

Classification Test Record form.


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3. Complete the classification test after January

1st of the summer camp year. Inform the

Aquatics Director of any illness or injury that

occurs after this date. It is not necessary that

the entire unit use this process. Swim checks

can still be done at camp upon arrival for part

or all a unit.

4. The Unit Swim Classification

Test Record must be turned in

prior to arrival at camp. Send

the completed swim check

materials to the Quapaw Area

Council Camping Director at

least two weeks prior to

arrival by email to

[email protected]., or

mail them to the council

service center addressed to

the attention of the Aquatics

Director. Please bring an extra copy the day of

arrival.

Swim Classification Procedures

The swim classification of individuals

participating in a Boy Scout of America aquatic

activity is a key element in both Safe Swim

Defense and Safety Afloat, the backbone of

scouting aquatics. The swim classification tests

should be renewed annually and no more than

six (6) months prior to summer camp.

Traditionally, the swim classification test has

only been conducted at a long-term summer

camp, and that option will still be available.

All persons, adults and non-scouts included,

participating in BSA aquatics are classified

according to swimming ability. The swimming

test has been developed and structured to

demonstrate a person’s swimming ability and to

assign the person a water depth that is

appropriate to his/her swimming ability.

The various components of each test evaluate

the several skills essential to the minimum level

of swimming ability. Each step of the test is

important and should be followed as listed

below.

It is very important that the test be

administered exactly as stated. Do not make

exceptions or deviations for any reason. If there

are any questions, have the Scout retest at

camp.

There are three qualification levels in the BSA

swim test. The first is the Swimmer, which allow

persons to swim in all swim areas and boat in

open water. The second is Beginner, which will

permit limited boating and swimming, the final

is a Non-Swimmer, which will permit wading

and boating only with qualified accompaniment

in safe watercraft. These qualifications can be

found in any Aquatics Merit Badge book, the

Boy Scout Handbook, or on

www.quapawbsa.org

*NOTE** Camp Rockefeller reserves the right

to retest a camper if the Aquatics Staff has any

reservations about the swim classification

assigned through the unit pre-camp swim test.

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.quapawbsa.org/


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Valuables in Pool Area

Scouts are asked to not bring valuables to the

pool or shower areas. The aquatics staff is not

responsible for lost or stolen items.

REQUIRED/Recommended items: Shower shoes

or flip flops, towel, swimsuit, and swim goggles.

Pool Rules

· ALL swimmers must shower with soap before

entering the pool.

· Running is not allowed on the pool deck or

shower areas.

· Unhemmed shorts are not allowed.

· Gum, food, and drinks stay outside the pool

and shower areas.

· No horseplay allowed.

· Stay off boundary and lane ropes.

· The diving area is for diving only.

· Do not cross over or under the ropes.

· Diving from the edge of the pool is not

allowed.

· Lifeguard and staff instructions must be

followed.

Buddy Tags

Scouts and leaders are required to have buddies

to enter aquatics area. Only groups of two will

be accepted. Scouts can pair with scouts from

other troops if necessary. Buddies will be

arranged if needed. The only person to move or

remove a buddy tag is the person whose name

is on the tag. Buddy tags will be made after the

completion of the BSA Swimmer’s test.

Troop Swim

Troop swim is intended for the scouts’

enjoyment and for units to practice safe swim

defense principles. This activity is under the

supervision of the unit. The unit must provide

adult supervision, lifeguards, lookouts and safe

swim defense certifications. Multiple units may

swim at the same time after consulting with the

Aquatics Director.

Moviemaking

We are excited to announce that Moviemaking

will again return to main camp and be held in

our new MediaTech classroom. Scouts in Movie

Making produce movies, pictures, scripts, etc.

Scouts enrolled in Movie Making produce funny

and interesting stories about camp each week.

They will then edit their masterpiece and

produce a movie. Look for previous productions

by the scouts in cinematography on the latest

camp promotional video.


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Climbing

Climbing Merit Badge will be offered at the

Camp Rockefeller Climbing Tower. The new

tower is significantly higher than our previous

climbing tower and will present many new

climbing opportunities and challenges.

Climbing Merit Badge is a 3-hour session, which

will cover all the requirements for the Merit

Badge. There is a limited number spots

available. This program is designed for older

scouts who are at least First Class and 13 years

old. Free Climb will be offered during each week

of summer camp. This is open for anyone 12

years old and First Class or 13 years and older.

Climbers must have closed-toe shoes and no

slick material shorts.

Ecology/ Conservation

One of the busiest areas of camp is the Logging

Camp pavilion. Eco-Con is the place for all

things natural and wild. Specimens and

information on Arkansas species of flora and

fauna are available. The many merit badges

available in this program area offer something

for every Scout. Leaders or Units looking for

something extra to do will find their list of

prospective conservation projects in this area.

(Tools and supplies for projects will be arranged

after consulting with the Eco-Con Director and

Quartermaster.)

Some fishing equipment will be available. A

Scout taking the fishing or fly fishing merit

badge is encouraged to bring fishing

equipment.

ALL Students must bring a notebook and pen or

pencil for all Eco-Con classes.

Handicraft

All handicraft sessions are scheduled*;

however, scouts and leaders can always take

advantage of the tools and materials to be

found at the pavilion.

Handicraft projects may be purchased at The

Shop at The ROCK or may be brought from

home (typically $4-$10). Some merit badges

require more than one project.

*Basketry merit badge will be an optional

session generally taken during free time on

Friday afternoon.

Scoutcraft

The Scout Handbook comes alive at Deep

Woods. All the advanced Scout skills,


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introduced in R.O.C.K.S., are taught in depth at

Scoutcraft. Scouts learn all the latest about

camping gear and techniques. Special events-

like “Fry It Up Friday” and “Dutch Oven Pizza

Day”- are activities scouts look forward to when

enrolled in Scoutcraft. Scouts also learn all

about advanced outdoor skills and modern

camping technology. The merit badges are

designed to build upon the skills taught in

R.O.C.K.S. (or Scout, Tenderfoot and Second

Class ranks). The merit badges offered in

Scoutcraft include:

The big event for Scoutcraft is Outpost. Outpost

is the ultimate outdoor challenge, which tests

all the Scout’s outdoor abilities in a fun way.

Scouts will need to bring a water bottle,

flashlight, and something to sleep in/on and

sleeping bag. Outpost campers hike to a

secluded location, set up their tents and/or

lean-to’s, and prepare for feast and fun.

Shooting Sports

Scouts can expect a slew of shooting sports

opportunities. Thanks, in large part to the Jon

Steuri Family, Camp Rockefeller is proud to

offer trap and skeet shooting. This state-of-the-

art complex is the final component of our

comprehensive shooting sports program which

includes archery, rifle, shotgun and pistol

shooting. Recreational shooting opportunities

occur throughout the week. All ranges are

operated under the direct supervision of BSA

certified shooting sports directors, NRA

instructors and range safety officers. Firearm

and range safety are the primary concern of our

staff.

There are no age or rank requirements to

participate in rifle and shotgun merit badges.

However, shotgun merit badge will be required

firing 75-100 rounds during the week. Scout

leaders should evaluate whether scouts possess

the physical stature to successfully complete

this session. Scouts must be able to physically

handle a shotgun and recoil to the instructor’s

satisfaction.

Scouts working on Archery merit badge will

need to purchase an arrow kit from The Shop at

The ROCK for completion of the badge.

The following organizations or corporations provide support for our shooting sports program:

· Jon Steuri and Family

· National Shooting Sports Foundation

· National Rifle Association

· Donald W. Reynolds Foundation


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SPECIALTY PROGRAMS

At Camp Rockefeller, we are pleased to offer

several premiere older Scout programs.

Through these programs, we hope to

reinvigorate a yearning for adventure, the great

outdoors, and BSA tradition, while providing

vital team building and leadership experiences.

Most importantly, there is fun to be had every

step of the way! Our older Scout programs are

designed to take basic skills already learned in

Scouting and push them to the next level. These

programs are also appropriate for new older

scouts looking for an adventure. Some Specialty

programs do require an additional fee.

C.O.P.E.

C.O.P.E. (Challenging Outdoor Personal

Experience) consists of a series of elements and

challenges designed to foster problem solving

skills, leadership, teamwork, and group

interaction. Seven key goals are developed

during this experience: Leadership, Trust,

Communication, Teamwork, Self Esteem,

Problem Solving, and Decision Making. These

goals are accomplished through a challenge by

choice program designed to encourage the

group to work together, communicate with

each other, and trust the group decision as they

attempt a solution to the objective. The C.O.P.E.

program generally consists of Initiative Games,

Low Course Elements, and High Course

Elements. Each team of participants will move

from one level to the next based on their

abilities and understanding.

The C.O.P.E. Program is restricted to scouts age

13 and older by the time the Scout arrives at

camp. Session size is limited and all participants

MUST have a current medical form signed by a

parent and a physician. Required clothing

includes closed-toe shoes and no slick material

shorts. C.O.P.E. is a five-day program and all

participants MUST attend all five days. No

Exceptions. If a participant completes all

requirements before Friday, he must attend all

sessions to qualify for a completion certificate

because the entire team is necessary to be

successful. Project C.O.P.E. provides each

participant the opportunity for success as an

individual and as a member of a group.

While this activity is challenge by choice, it is

physically demanding and requires good

endurance and stamina. Be prepared to meet

the challenge. Although scouts are excited to

participate in C.O.P. E., this program is intended

for older scouts. Leaders are encouraged to

critically evaluate the maturity level of the

scouts interested in participating. If space is

available, after all scouts who wish to

participate are signed up, a limited number of

registered adult leaders will be accepted.

Safety is the most important part of all C.O.P.E.

courses. C.O.P.E. staff members are trained by

a National Camp School Certified Director and

attend regular training updates.

C.O.P.E. t-shirts are available to participants

who complete the program at an additional

price of $12.00 at The Shop at The Rock.

NOTE: C.O.P.E. is also provided on a full

weekend basis several times during the year.

See the Quapaw Area Council Calendar at

www.QuapawBSA.org for available dates.


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Mountain Biking

The mountain biking program is a challenging

and physically strenuous five-day program

involving over fifty miles of increasingly difficult,

bike-specific, mostly off-road trails. The session

meets Monday through Friday at the bike

house, just east of the pool. This is a strenuous

activity and is recommended only for those

persons in good physical condition. This

program is for older scouts- at least 13 years old

or 12 years old and First Class.

The scouts in the program work toward the

Cycling merit badge, including instruction on

proper riding technique, trail etiquette, safety,

maintenance, and repair. The only requirement

which scouts may be unable to complete is

requirement nine, which requires completing a

fifty-mile ride in eight hours.

Scouts bringing their own bikes must also bring

a helmet and an extra inner tube. If a Scout

brings his own bike, it must be a substantial off

road bike and must meet the review by the

Mountain Biking Director. The Mountain Biking

Director will disqualify any bike that does not

appear substantial enough to handle the very

rough terrain over which this activity covers. All

scouts must bring a water bottle.

S.T.E.M.

STEM stands for Science, Technology,

Engineering and Math and is a brand-new

initiative taken on by the Boy Scouts of America

in cooperation with Exxon Mobil to boost

interest in these areas.

3D Printer – Camp Rockefeller is proud to show

off our STEM’s 3D printer. STEM sessions use it,

as well as being available to view during

evening programs.

STEM Shoot! This course will allow scouts to

explore outer space! Throughout this course,

the scouts will have the opportunity to learn

about natural celestial objects such as other

planets and stars, as well as the technology we

use to study them. Scouts will be able to build

rockets and attend a Star Party to gain hands on

experience using telescopes to view planets and

stars, as well as learn how to spot satellites in

the night sky. During this session, scouts will be

able to earn the Astronomy Merit Badge, Space

Exploration Merit Badge, as well as the NOVA

Shoot! Award. Notebooks are required for this

course.


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STEM Start your Engines! This program will give

scouts the opportunity to design a small model

vehicle! Throughout the week, they will have

the opportunity to learn about circuits by

building a model circuit, learn to use soldering

equipment safely, as well as explore electricity

by designing simple models and reading

electricity meters. During this session, scouts

will work on their Electronics Merit Badge,

Electricity Merit Badge, and the NOVA Start

Your Engines Award. A folder or notebook and a

simple calculator is highly recommended for

this course.

STEM Whoosh! Scouts will spend the week

learning all about what engineers do. Through

the week, they will get to act as engineers when

they design, build, and program a robot. The

scouts will have the opportunity to meet an

engineer during session to learn what he does.

The week will culminate in a showcase of their

programmed robots at dinner Friday night! The

engineering merit badge, robotics merit badge,

and NOVA Whoosh! Award will all be available

in this course. Notebooks are required for this

course.

STEM Designed to Crunch! In this full morning

session, scouts will design and build a project,

starting with a handmade drawing, moving up

to computer aided design, and then finishing by

producing an actual product. This week-long

project will allow scouts to develop an

understanding of the design process as well as

the math behind the scenes. They will also have

the opportunity to attend a Star Party, explore

the functions of a calculator, and calculate their

own horse power. The scouts will have the

opportunity to earn the drafting merit badge,

model design and building merit badge, and the

NOVA! Designed to Crunch award. Calculators

and folders are highly recommended for this

course.

ADVANCEMENTS AT CAMP

Rank advancement and merit badges are often

used to measure the success of a Unit. The goal

at summer camp is to assist the Unit’s regular

instruction program. Council resources allow

programs that may not be practical or easy for

the individual Unit. This is a supplement to a

Unit’s year-round program.

Summer camp should not be viewed as a

residential merit badge university. There are

many exciting opportunities for scouts to learn

the skills necessary for advancement. Many

merit badges require skills that take time and

practice to become proficient. The staff is

chosen and trained to provide the highest

quality instruction, and will be available to

discuss a Scout’s progress upon request.

Rank advancement and merit badges are not

awarded by the summer camp staff.

Advancement is a function of the Unit and its

advancement review policies.

Scouts below the rank of First Class are

encouraged to attend the R.O.C.K.S. Program. It

is designed to help these scouts develop the

skills to advance to their next rank while having

the ability to take some merit badges that

interests them.


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SCOUT’S PROGRAM ACTIVITY SCHEDULES How to Submit

Camp Rockefeller is changing how you register

and schedule your sessions for 2017 Summer

Camp season. We are using

www.Tentaroo.com/quapaw to make the

process easier and more user friendly.

Units will be able to sign their Scouts up for the

merit badge sessions to guarantee them a

session. They will also have the ability to make

payments using their secure system.

Please contact your District Executive (In

Council Units) to receive your login information

if you have not received it. Your unit leader will

be emailed a copy mid-March.

Please email [email protected]

with any questions.

Helpful hints

Some programs have age and rank

requirements.

Some activities require more than one session

period. These include Rifle Shooting, Shotgun

Shooting, Mountain Biking, Climbing, C.O.P.E.,

R.O.C.K.S, and some STEM sessions.

Astronomy includes an evening program with

extra observing time. It is highly encouraged for

scouts to be at least 13 years of age to

participate in Astronomy but not required.

When scheduling first year scouts, who are not

First Class rank, it is recommended to request

the Scout participate in one of the R.O.C.K.S.

Sessions. These activities will cover some

requirements for Scout through First Class.

Schedule the Scout into the program that is the

current working rank, not the completed rank.

For example, if the Scout is Tenderfoot rank,

schedule the Scout for the Second-Class

program.

If a Scout does not pass the swimming

classification in the swim test, then the Scout

will be rescheduled to an Instructional

Swimming session. If the Scout passes those

requirements, then the Scout will work on

Swimming merit badge the remainder of the

week.

Ensure scouts are proficient in basic Tenderfoot

through First Class skills before enrolling in

advanced merit badge sessions. For instance, if

the Scout is struggling with the R.O.C.K.S. map

and compass skills, do not schedule them for

orienteering. This type of merit badge session

does not teach these basic skills and it is

expected they know these skills.

The Mountain Biking activity is strenuous and

each day the rides become progressively more

difficult. A Scout that is not in good physical

condition will have difficulty with these

activities.

For Shotgun Shooting, a Scout that is not

physically mature will have a very difficult time

holding the shotgun for qualifying. It is

suggested in addition to the age and rank

requirements, that the Scout’s physical strength

and arm length are examined to ensure he can

handle a shotgun. Likewise, Rifle Shooting,

Canoeing, Climbing, and Archery require

coordination and strength and should be

encouraged for older scouts.

The Unit leader will receive a printed schedule

for each for each Scout.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Leader Appreciation Dinner

Camp Rockefeller’s way to say thank you. This is

an opportunity for Camp Rockefeller to offer a

break from the heat and to enjoy a fantastic

meal provided by a world-class chef. This is also

an opportunity to introduce upcoming

programs that the Quapaw Area Council has to

offer both in-council and out of council leaders.

The Leader Appreciation Dinner is for leaders

in camp and not for additional visiting leaders

not staying with the Unit. It is not for family

members or others not staying at camp.

Camp-Wide Cookout . . . “Burgers on the

Lawn”

A traditional, old-fashioned cook-out will be

held on the lawn in front of the dining hall.

Waiters are not needed; the staff will do

everything. However, everyone should assist

with the clean-up process and leave the lawn

area clean and free of trash.

Worship Services

All services will be held at the Chapel and

everyone is encouraged to attend in uniform.

Units are always free to conduct services within

the campsite.

Evening Program

Opening Campfire: Sunday night

The Sunday night opening campfire will be

presented by the camp staff. A Staff guide will

arrive at the Unit campsite and lead the Unit to

the campfire.

Regional Campfire

Regional campfires are a chance for units to

assemble for fun and fellowship. As a group,

they will decide what skits and songs will be

used for the Friday night campfire. SPLs oversee

these campfires and will operate under the

supervision of the Unit adult leaders and Camp

Staff present.

Closing Campfire: Friday night

Friday night’s campfire features songs, skits,

and performances by scouts. This campfire is

planned during the SPL meetings. All Units

assemble at the Flag Plaza and will be lead to

the campfire circle.

Visitors to Camp - FRIDAY FAMILY NIGHT

Note to Scout Leaders: Please share this

information with the families of the scouts in

your Unit.


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Families and guests of scouts who visit Camp

Rockefeller are encouraged to do so on Friday

Family Night beginning at 5:00 p.m. concluding

with the closing campfire.

All visitors must check-in at the Camp Office

before entering camp, and check-out upon

leaving camp. Camp Commissioners will be

available to assist visitors with this process.

It is important that visitors know and

understand Camp Rockefeller is not a city park.

Visitors should come prepared to walk

reasonable distances to the campsites and

program areas. The terrain is uneven, hilly and

may be difficult for individuals with mobility

issues. Visitors are strongly recommended to

wear sturdy shoes (not flip-flops or sandals), a

cap or hat, and comfortable clothing

appropriate to the weather.

For safety reasons, all vehicles must be parked

in the main parking lot. This includes vehicles

with valid Disabled Parking Permits. The main

camp area is located uphill by a trail or road

that is a rather steep grade. Camp Rockefeller

staff will attempt to accommodate individuals

with obvious mobility issues on a case by case

basis.

For the safety of everyone, pets are not allowed

at Camp Rockefeller. This provision is also for

the safety of the pets.

Visitors are welcome to observe, but may not

participate in, Camp Rockefeller program areas.

Family Night visitors are welcome to eat in the

Dining Hall according to the camp schedule for

meals. Meal tickets can be purchased in the

Shop at the Rock. Cost is $7.00 for adults and

$6.00 for children under six years of age. To

prepare a sufficient amount of food for the

Friday evening meal, Scout leaders are asked to

identify the number of their unit’s visitors

eating in the Dining Hall on Friday Family Night

and report this information to the Camp

Commissioner not later than noon Wednesday.

Visitors are welcome to camp overnight Friday

in the Short-Term camping area (visitors must

bring own camping equipment).

Subject to space availability and for Family

Night visitors who need to stay over on Friday

evening, rooms may be reserved at the Donald

W. Reynolds Scout Training Center at a cost of

$50.00 per night. A reservation is required a

minimum of two weeks in advance. This will be

on a ‘as available’ basis. Unfortunately, due to

Youth Protection issues, no one UNDER 18, will

be allowed to stay.

Only registered boy scouts and unit leaders or

parents serving as unit leaders may stay

overnight in the troop campsite at any time.

Conservation and Camp Projects

Camp projects must be approved in advance by

the camp administration. Unit leaders should

contact the camp office for information about

doing a camp project. A list of conservation

projects is maintained by the Ecology/

Conservation Area Director. Units may make

arrangements with the Quartermaster for tools

and assistance.


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Branding

Check out The Shop at The ROCK on Friday

afternoon. There will be an opportunity to get

mugs and belts branded with the camp logos.

Order of the Arrow

Order of the Arrow members are encouraged to

wear the OA sash Friday evening through

closing campfire. Remember that the OA sash is

only worn with the full uniform.

The purpose of the Order of the Arrow:

· Recognize those who best exemplify the Scout

Oath and Law in their daily lives and through

that recognition cause others to conduct

themselves in a way that warrants similar

recognition.

· Promote camping, responsible outdoor

adventure, and environmental stewardship as

essential components of every Scout’s

experience, in the unit, year-round, and in

summer camp.

· Develop leaders with the willingness,

character, spirit and ability to advance the

activities of their units, our Brotherhood,

Scouting, and ultimately our nation.

· Crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a

life purpose of leadership in cheerful service to

others.

Since its beginning, our Council has worked to

uphold the traditions of the Order of the Arrow

in all its activities. Callouts will be held at

summer camp. Out of council units must

present a letter from the home council

approving a “callout” from the Quapaw Area

Council at Camp Rockefeller.

Adult Leader Programs

Some adult leader programs will be available

and announced at check-in. Camp Rockefeller

provides ample training to further strengthen

your unit’s resources.

FEES AND REFUND POLICY

Unit Deposit

The troop site deposit of $200 is applied to the

balance of camp fees or may be rolled over to

the following year. The deposit is non-

refundable if the Unit does not attend camp,

nor is it refundable for cancellations made after

January 1.

2017 Scout Fee

$275

Early Bird Discount on Camp Fees

Take advantage of “early bird” discounts on

camp fees. Early bird fees require that the full

camp fee of $250 is paid by 3 p.m., May 12,

2017. There will be no exceptions.

Special Program Fees

C.O.P.E. $15.00

Mountain Biking $10.00

Rifle/Shotgun Shooting - $20

STEM $5.00

Some merit badges will need materials that can

be brought from home or purchased in The

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Adult Leader Fees

Leader’s fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00 per week

Short-term Leaders . . . . . . . . . . . $7.00 per meal

Leader’s fees cover the cost of meals through

the week.

Scouts and leaders will be housed in wall tents

with two scouts or leaders per tent. Units

wishing to have enough tents to camp with only

one leader per tent, must submit a written

request to the Camp Director at least two

weeks prior to arriving at camp. Personal tents

are welcome. These additional tents are

available for $25.00 per extra tent, limited by

the availability of equipment. (This fee will not

apply when units need an extra tent due to

gender diversity in the leadership attending

camp.) Each tent is also furnished with 2 cots at

no additional charge.

Refund Policy

Until May 12, 2017 - Full Refund of the Summer

Camp Fee

May 13- May 31, 2017 – Up to Half of the

Summer Camp fee

After June 1, 2017 – No refunds except in the

following circumstances:

A. Illness of the Scout prevents his attendance at summer camp.

B. Illness or death in the family of the Scout prevents his attendance at summer camp.

C. The family moves from the Council, making it impossible for the Scout to attend summer camp.

Requests prior to May 31, may be emailed to

the Council Program Director,

[email protected]. As of June 1,

requests must be made to the Camp Business

Manager.

Refund checks will be mailed to the unit leader.

Please allow at least 3-4 weeks for refunds to be

processed.

ACCOMMODATIONS

The Shop at The ROCK

The main camp trading post- “The Shop at The

ROCK” – is where scouts, leaders, and visitors

will find a wide selection of goods for sale.

These items include:

· Souvenirs: T-shirts, caps, postcards, beverage

mugs, patches, etc.

· Food and Snacks: ice cream, fruit drinks, soft

drinks, candy, etc.

· Personal items: toothpaste, sun block, combs,

soap, etc.

· Camping items: water bottles, pocket knives,

flashlights, belts, hammocks, etc.

· Handicraft Materials: basketry kits, wood

carving items, leather craft, etc.

· Other items: merit badge books, nature books,

handbooks, etc.

· The hours of operation will be posted at the

entrance doors.

Wi-Fi

Camp Rockefeller has a free and open network

over the dining hall and surrounding area. Feel

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Mail

All scouts and leaders enjoy receiving mail at

camp. Please advise parents that all mail must

be addressed properly, and mail sent from

home later than Wednesday may not arrive

until after the Unit departs from camp on

Saturday. Mail should be addressed as follows:

Scout’s Name, Unit Number Gus Blass Scout Reservation 408 Scout Drive Damascus, AR 72039 Telephone Service

The Gus Blass Scout Reservation telephone is

for Camp business and emergency calls only.

Gus Blass Scout Reservation: (501) 335-7208

Laundry Facilities

There are no public laundry facilities available at

Camp Rockefeller. The closest public laundry

facilities are in Greenbrier, Arkansas.

Electricity

Electricity is not provided for unit camping. It is

unsafe and against camp policy to run extension

cords from other facilities for use in the

campsite. Generators are not allowed in

campsites. Campers using a CPAP machine must

provide their own battery to operate the unit

independent of an electrical source. Battery

recharging can be coordinated with the Camp

Quartermaster.

LEADERS IN CAMP

Unit Leaders

Current BSA policy requires that each Unit be

under the leadership of at least two (2) adults at

all times, one at least 21 years of age and the

other at least 18 years of age. It is preferable

that the Unit’s Scoutmaster attends, but if this

is not possible, the Unit Committee names a

“Camp” Scoutmaster. Both adults must be

registered with the Boy Scouts of America. A

parent of a Scout may substitute for the 18 or

older adult. The Camp Scoutmaster works with

the Senior Patrol Leader in developing the unit’s

camp program. The Camp Scoutmaster

coordinates all adult leadership in his unit. All

unit adult leaders are responsible to the Camp

Scoutmaster.

Any leaders coming in or leaving camp must

sign in and out at the camp office. All leaders

must present a current Youth Protection card

upon arrival to camp. Leader accommodations

will be the same as for scouts unless prior

arrangements have been made. (See Camp Fee

section)

Senior Patrol Leader

Each unit’s Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) is part of

the Camp Senior Patrol Leader’s Council that

meets with the Camp Program Director. The SPL

will help plan camp wide events as well as

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is not able to attend, a “Camp” Senior Patrol

Leader should be appointed.

Quapaw Area Council Camping Policies

Gus Blass Scout Reservation is guided by the

Scout Oath and the twelve points of the Scout

Law. All camp participants are expected to live

by these principles. Behavior which does not

meet the high standards of the Scout Oath and

Law is unacceptable. All campers and leaders

are asked for their cooperation in helping to

maintain these high standards of moral and

personal behavior. The following rules have

been established for the health and safety of all

scouts, adult leaders, camp staff, and visitors.

Quapaw Area Council camping guidelines state:

· 2-Deep Leadership is required at all times.

· Open-toed shoes (sandals, tevas, chacos, BSA,

etc.) are not allowed except at the pool/ shower

areas. Scouts must wear closed-toe shoes when

walking to or from these areas.

· No flames in tents! All bulk flammable fuels

must be stored in the fuel box provided by at

the camp.

· No weapons, firearms, ammunition or any

parts of such at camp. Camp Rockefeller

provides all necessary shooting equipment and

ammunition.

· Tobacco use is prohibited by youth campers or

by adults in the presence of youth campers and

not in any structure, tent, or building. Smokers

are also reminded of the ever-present fire

danger!

· Vehicles must be parked in the main parking

lot at the bottom of the Camp Rockefeller

entrance hill. If more information is needed,

consult the Camp Director.

· All ATVs are prohibited from use by scouts and

adult leaders.

· Posted speed limit of 10 MPH MUST be

obeyed.

· No one may ride in the back of a truck or on a

trailer.

· RVs are not allowed.

· Pets are not allowed in Camp.

· Only those persons authorized by the Quapaw

Area Council Camp Director or Camp Ranger

may operate power tools or equipment on the

Gus Blass Scout Reservation.

· All personnel arriving at camp or leaving camp

must check in and out at the Camp

Administration Building.

· Leaders and scouts arriving or leaving the

Reservation during the week MUST check in and

out at the Camp Administration Building. Scouts

are permitted to leave prior to the normal

departure day only with a parent or a signed

permission slip.

· All youth and adults MUST shower and change

clothes separately. Separate hot shower

facilities are provided for youth, male adults,

and female adults. Youth are defined as less

than 18 years of age. Adults are defined as over

17 years of age.

· Alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs are not

allowed on camp property. Possession or use of

these on The Gus Blass Scout Reservation

property will lead to dismissal from the Summer

Camp Program without benefit of refund. State

and Federal law mandates incidents of this

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· Fireworks of all types are prohibited on the

Gus Blass Scout Reservation.

· Mobile devices are not allowed during

sessions.

· Youth Protection Guidelines will be strictly

adhered to at all times and any violations of

these guidelines must be reported

immediately. Everyone’s vigilance is necessary

to provide a safe camp for everyone. All

registered adult leaders must present a current

Youth Protection card upon arrival.

Behavior during Summer Camp

While the behavior of scouts in camp are the

responsibility of the unit leadership and the

behavioral discipline of the scouts will remain in

the hands of that unit’s leadership, the Camp

Rockefeller Administration will not tolerate any

behavior that is disruptive to the camp

program, harmful to others or the camp

facilities, or is in violation of state law.

In general, behavior guidelines at camp will be

those stated in the “Guide to Safe Scouting”,

the Youth Protection Guidelines of the BSA, as

well as the Boy Scout Handbook and the

Scoutmaster Handbook.

Sale of Products

The selling of products to other individuals

outside of one’s own unit is prohibited.

Vehicles in Camp

For the safety of all involved, and to meet BSA

National Standards, all vehicles must be parked

in the Camp Rockefeller parking lot and not

driven around camp. The only exceptions are

for official camp service vehicles. Please advise

leaders, parents, and visitors of this policy. Also,

recreational vehicles, pop-up trailers and similar

vehicles are not permitted.

Golf Carts for those with Mobility Impairments

Policy: Adults leading or participating in

camping programs at Quapaw Area Council

camps and events may use golf cart type

vehicles when there is a physical need

documented by the adult’s physician. The

conveyance can be operated safely and does

not put the participant or others at risk. Use of

any motorized vehicles at camping facilities

must conform to rules and regulations of the

Boy Scouts of America and be approved in

advance by the Camp Director or Camp Ranger.

The Camp Director or Camp Ranger has the

authority to immediately revoke the permit for

any violations of the procedures or for any

safety concerns.

Read the full policy and requirements here or

www.quapawbsa.org

Bicycles in Camp

· All bicycles will be safety inspected by the

Mountain Bike Director.

· All riding must be on the road of main camp

(from the bridge, around the loop road, to the

mountain road). No bicycles will be allowed to

be on the trails at camp except on a trail ride

supervised by Mountain Bike Director.

· All riding must be approved by the Scout’s

adult leader.

· Bicycle riders may not leave main camp except

on a trail ride supervised by Mountain Bike

Director.

· Bicycle riders must ride with a buddy!

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· Bicycle riders must wear a helmet and any

other protective equipment as directed by the

Mountain Bike Director.

· Bicycle riders must operate the bicycle in a

safe manner.

· Pedestrians always have the right-of-way.

· Bicycle riders must obey all traffic signs.

· Bicycles may not be ridden after dark.

· It is the responsibility of the individual and

Unit to keep control and record model and

serial number of bicycles.

· Violation of these rules will result in the

removal of the Scout’s riding privileges and the

bike will be held until the day of the Unit’s

departure from camp. Quapaw Area Council is

not responsible for lost, stolen or damaged

bicycles or personal safety equipment. (It is the

responsibility of each unit and individual to

keep these items secured.)

Gus Blass Scout Reservation

Equipment Replacement

Each year, Gus Blass Scout Reservation

replaces and repairs tents, cots,

platforms, program equipment, and

many other aspects of the camp

facilities. Some of the damage is the

result of normal wear and tear. When

damage beyond the normal wear of

equipment and/or facilities, or damage

due to vandalism or abuse is evident,

the unit and/or persons responsible

for the damage will be held

responsible for the replacement values

of the damaged items. The following is a sample

listing of commonly damaged camp property

and their replacement values:

Tent Flap Ties $15.00 each

Tent Uprights $25.00 each

Wall Tents $450.00 each

Water Hose $35.00 each

Cot Replacement $110.00 each

Cot Cover Repair $35.00 each

Cot Frame Repair $40.00 each

Cot Ends $20.00 each

Rain Fly (Tarp) $40.00 each

This is a sampling of the damages and their

corresponding replacement costs. It is greatly

appreciated for all to limit the amount of

damages and in turn will prevent substantial

increases in camp fees.

Dining Hall Procedures

Each leader is encouraged to give attention to

proper manners among the scouts during

meals. All scouts are expected to be clean,

courteous, and in appropriate attire and shoes

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discouraged. The complete Scout field uniform

is strongly encouraged at the evening meal. To

prevent congestion, backpacks are discouraged

in the Dining Hall.

The purpose of the dining hall is to provide all

meals quickly and efficiently in a clean and safe

environment. Compliance with the following

procedures will assist with fulfilling this

purpose.

Each Unit should assign two (2) waiters for each

meal. The Dining Hall Director and Staff will

instruct the waiters and supervise their duties

while in the dining hall. Waiters will help clean

up after the meal.

Meals consist of the main meal, seconds,

announcements, and meal program. No one

should leave the dining hall until all are

dismissed.

A second helping of food, if available, will be

served only after all others are served and

seconds are called.

Running in the dining hall is not allowed.

The restrooms at the north end of the dining

hall are kept open as a courtesy to campers.

Units MUST help to keep them clean. Please

report any problems to the Dining Hall Director.

Our dining hall serves an approved balanced

menu with fresh fruits and vegetables daily.

Outpost meals meet the same standards as the

dining hall.

Special Dietary Needs

Camp Rockefeller strives to provide well-

balanced meals for the duration of summer

camp; however, Camp Rockefeller understands

that there may be certain food allergies it is not

able to accommodate. Therefore, to make it the

most convenient for those with a food allergy,

Camp Rockefeller is prepared to store any food

that a Scout or leader needs to bring in the

camps freezer, cooler, and/or storage room and

allow a Scout or leader to prepare that food in

the camp kitchen as needed. The Scout or

leader should label all food containers with

name and troop number. Arrangements for a

Scout or leader to come into the kitchen and

prepare such food before a meal must be made

with the Dining Hall Director during check-in

procedures on Sunday.

HEALTH INFORMATION

Medical Forms

Every Scout and adult leader staying in camp

must, upon arrival, present a properly

completed BSA medical form. The medical form

must be signed by an examining physician, the

Scout’s parent or legal guardian, and contain

health insurance information. The physician’s

physical examination must have been

conducted within one year of arrival at camp.

All participants’ forms will be checked upon

arrival at camp. Full examinations are not

available. The BSA medical form must be

brought to camp by the unit. PLEASE DO NOT

MAIL OR DELIVER MEDICAL FORMS TO THE

COUNCIL SERVICE CENTER. Scouts and adult

leaders may not stay in camp without a

properly completed BSA medical form.

Health and First Aid

The Camp Rockefeller Health Lodge is staffed by

qualified medical personnel and equipped with

the assistance of Arkansas Children’s Hospital. A

local hospital in Conway, Arkansas is open 24

hours a day for emergencies. The camp leader

must make arrangements to contact the

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hospital or see a doctor. Camp Administration

will work with unit leadership to ensure proper

medical attention and/ or transportation is

provided. Any Scout needing medical attention

at the hospital will contact his parents, if

practical, to inform them of the extent of his

injuries.

Camper Health Watch

It is the goal of camp for all scouts to have a

safe and healthy experience. It is important,

therefore, that both staff and leaders pay

attention to the health and attitudes of all

campers to ensure no problems are occurring.

Mealtime is the ideal opportunity for health

observation. If a Scout is not exhibiting a

normal, very healthy appetite for their age

group, and food tastes are not involved, it

would be prudent to question the Scout as to

how they are feeling. In addition, proper

hygiene must be encouraged at all times. It is

hot at summer camp. Proper hydration of

scouts and leaders is important for good health.

DRINK PLENTY OF WATER.

Camp Safety

The Boy Scouts of America, Quapaw Area

Council, and Gus Blass Scout Reservation have a

long and proud record of concern for the safety

of its Scout campers and strive to provide a high

quality, safe, camping experience. Leadership

provided by parents and leaders during Camp

creates a safe environment for our youth. The

year-round nature of the Scouting program, the

patrol method, and boy leadership give leaders

a sound basis for determining the

trustworthiness and maturity level of all

campers within their charge.

Accident Insurance

Camp Rockefeller and Quapaw Area Council

insurance coverage is secondary to the

participant’s primary insurance plan.

Animals at Camp

For a period longer than one could accurately

say, the mountains known today as the Ozarks

have been inhabited by creatures of God’s

making. However, there are some of these

creatures all campers must be cautious of while

at camp. Copperhead snakes and other

venomous snakes, black bears, raccoons,

skunks, fox, opossums, squirrels, deer, turkey,

armadillos, spiders, chiggers, ticks, wasps,

hornets and bees all live on the Gus Blass Scout

Reservation. Contact with any wild animal could

result in bodily harm or the possibility of

disease. This is their environment. Please, leave

them alone. Report any personal encounter to

the camp Health Officer.

Fireguard Procedures

In case of fire, notify the Camp Office

IMMEDIATELY. Campfires are normally

permitted in the sites, but it is the Unit Leader’s

responsibility to ensure that proper Scouting

safety rules are followed. Refer to handbook for

information.

Liquid Fuel/Propane

Quapaw Area Council allows liquid fuel usage

under proper adult supervision. Propane fuel is

suggested. All bulk and compressed fuels must

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Buddy System

The buddy system is always in effect. This

provides a way for a Scout to secure help should

an accident occur. Head counts are important in

camp. They should occur at Reveille, Taps, and

at all unit formations and activities. Any missing

camper must be reported to the Camp Office

IMMEDIATELY. Members of the camp staff are

search and rescue technicians and will respond

to all emergency situations.

Security in Camp

Personal belongings should be secured at all

times while at camp. Leaders are encouraged

to advise all member of the Unit to keep their

belongings in safe locations when unattended.

Camp Rockefeller will not be responsible for

lost or stolen items.

CAMPING RESERVATION POLICIES

Summer Camp Week Reservation

Campsites will be filled based on size of unit and

availability. Camp Rockefeller wants to do its

best to ensure all are able to attend the week of

camp that best fits each unit’s needs. Camp

Rockefeller’s priority is to ensure each unit’s

week request is met.

The campsite reservation fee/ deposit will

guarantee a reservation at camp. Smaller troops

may be grouped together in a campsite. The

campsite is assigned based on the size of the

unit attending. Using the rough estimates from

the Unit Reservation Form and taking into

consideration the unit’s preferences, effort will

be made to efficiently use the tents.

Unit tent usage will be identified. Signs will be

displayed with Unit number for the Unit specific

tents.

Sites will also be determined based on

estimates of youth, adult male, and adult

female attendance on the reservation form and

leave a minimum of 2 extra tents per troop

when assigning campsites.

Campsite Reservation for Individuals with

physical impairments requiring Accessible

Campsites

The designated accessible campsite, North

Point A, is available for a Scout or leader who is

wheelchair mobile or a Scout with severe

physical impairments. Youth Protection

Guidelines will be applied to this campsite and

followed at all times.

SUMMER CAMP PREPARATION

Unit Preparation for Summer Camp

Preparing for camp is an easy process, but it does require planning ahead. A Unit Leader is the most important link in this preparation. The following checklist is designed to guide the Unit Leader and the Unit Committee in pre-camp planning for summer at Camp Rockefeller.

Immediate Action Required

Confirm Unit reservation during desired week at camp.

Obtain Camp Leadership – 2 adults per unit minimum at all times.

Meet with Unit Committee to discuss summer program plans.

Develop a camp sign-up and budget plan to assist scouts with summer camp fees.

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Arrange a Parents’ Night meeting with presentation by the District’s Camp Promotion Committee.

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Begin projects to assist scouts with camp fees.

Obtain campership forms, if needed.

Invite Webelos dens to visit the unit and prepare for summer camp.

Recruit extra leaders.

Inform older scouts about the many older Scout programs.

Encourage parents to schedule other summer activities at times other than summer camp.

March

Review unit finance needs.

Begin arranging unit transportation.

Continue summer camp promotion with 2nd year Webelos.

Encourage scouts who cannot attend with their unit to attend during a different week as a provisional camper.

April

Unit leaders begin program planning procedure.

Attend district “free physicals,” where available. Contact the District Camp Promotion Chairperson for more information.

Contact parents of scouts not signed up to attend camp, including Webelos.

Begin scheduling Scouts for sessions using www.tentaroo.com/quapaw

May

May 12 – Early Bird Deadline

Register additional scouts going to camp.

Ensure all leadership is committed for the dates of camp.

Determine the wants and needs of patrols and scouts.

Ensure arrangements have been made for medical physicals for scouts and adults.

June

Remind all scouts of dates, arrangements, equipment needs, departure time, physicals, etc., two weeks prior to departure for camp.

Submit balance owed on camp fees to the Quapaw Area Council Service Office.

Confirm final transportation arrangements.

CAMPER EQUIPMENT LIST *Scout uniforms

Hiking shoes or boots

*Six pairs of socks

*Stamps, envelope

Extra shirts

Small pillow

Sleeping pad

Sleeping bag

Pajamas

Watch

Toilet kit (*soap, *towel, washcloth, deodorant,

shampoo)

Tennis shoes

Handkerchiefs

*Toothpaste & brush

*Pocketknife

*Hat or cap

Extra pants (long and short)

*Boy Scout Handbook

*Flashlight and batteries

*Sunblock

*Hair comb or brush

*Raincoat or poncho

*Clothing repair kit

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Jacket or *sweatshirt

Six pair of underwear

*Pencil, *notebook

*Water bottle

Sleeping bag

Swim trunks

Spending money

Completed and Signed Medical Form

Backpack, duffel bag, or camp box to store

personal gear

Equipment for Swimming and Lifesaving Merit

Badges: button-up long sleeve shirt, long pants,

and shoes that can get wet.

Equipment for Boating Sessions/Extreme

Aquatics: Water shoes, canvas sneakers, long

sleeve shirt, sunscreen, and hat which protects

ears from prolonged sun exposure.

Optional Equipment

*Merit Badge Pamphlets

*Rope for clothesline

*Camera

Bicycle & Helmet

Bed roll, *cup, bowl, *spoon

(if participating in Outpost

wilderness survival camping)

*Insect repellent

*Personal fishing gear (for fishing merit badge

or for use during personal time)

Alarm clock

Please Do Not Bring

Electronic games

Skateboards

Sheath knives

Valuables

Fireworks/ Guns/ Archery items

Candles

Pets

Glass bottles

Radios

ATV’s, UTV’s or ORV’s

Expensive cameras

CD/ MP3 players

*-----Items are usually available for purchase in

The Shop at The ROCK

UNIT ARRIVAL AT CAMP

Directions to Camp Rockefeller

From the south (Us Highway 65N): When entering Damascus from the south on Hwy 65, look for the green highway sign for Donald W. Reynolds Scout Training Center and turn left on Arkansas Hwy 124. In .8 of a mile there is another green Donald W. Reynolds Scout Training Center sign, turn right onto Spires Rd. Stay on Spires Rd for .4 of a mile. Turn right onto Hall Hendren Lane.

From the north (US Highway 65S): When entering Damascus from the north on Hwy 65, look for the green highway sign for Donald W. Reynolds Scout Training Center and turn right on Arkansas Hwy 124. In .8 of a mile there is another green Donald W. Reynolds Scout Training Center sign, turn right onto Spires Rd. Stay on Spires Rd for .4 of a mile. Turn right onto Hall Hendren Lane.

Plan to arrive to camp between 12:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Do not go to campsite until the Unit has checked in.

Each unit must present the following at check-in:

· Health and medical records for each Scout and adult in unit.

· Two copies of unit roster of those attending camp, complete with addresses and telephone numbers. One copy is turned in. One copy is for unit’s records.


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· Out-of-council unit must have a BSA Tour and Activity Plan and proof of insurance.

· Youth Protection cards for all leaders.

· A copy of swim checks, if completed prior to arriving at camp.

Check-In Procedures

· Check-in instructions and procedures will be provided by a Staff Guide.

· All Unit gear should be loaded on one Unit vehicle for transport to the Unit’s campsite. The Unit vehicle is to be immediately returned to the parking lot after unloading. Trailers may be left in the campsite.

· Scouts and all Leaders expecting to use the pool during the week will go to the pool for swim checks.

· Dress in full uniform for flag ceremony and dinner.

Health Check-In

National BSA requires that everyone must complete the Health Check upon arrival.

Early and Late Arrivals

Check-in time at Camp Rockefeller is Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. There are no provisions for early arrivals. It is recommended that units consider Saturday camping at Wooly Hollow State Park, just off Highway 65 north of Greenbrier, AR, if overnight accommodations are necessary. Please contact the Quapaw Area Council Program Director if a unit requires a late arrival.

UNIT DEPARTURE FROM CAMP

· Two Unit Leaders report to Administration Building immediately after breakfast for checkout. One leader checks out, receives advancement records and patches, and pays any outstanding bills. The other leader will take

a Staff Guide back to the campsite for inspection and inventory.

· Units return to campsite after breakfast to pack.

· Unit Leader and Staff Guide inspect and inventory campsite after site is clean.

STAFF OPPORTUNITIES

Camp Rockefeller Staff

Gus Blass Scout Reservation is proud of the staff

members and each year it is of utmost

importance to select scouts who can provide

each Unit with the ultimate Summer Camp

experience. Any Scout or knowledgeable

individual who would be an asset to the

program, please submit a name and other

relevant information. Completed staff

applications are due in early January.

Applications can be found in the Appendix and

on the Quapaw Area Council website,

www.QuapawBSA.org in the forms section.

Requirements for employment are as follows:

· Be 16 years of age by June 1. (Some 15 year

olds may be hired.)

· Be registered or willing to register with the

Boy Scouts of America.

· Live by the principles set forth in the Scout

Oath and Law.

· Have a recommendation from the

Scoutmaster.

Not all applicants will be hired. Being a member

of the Camp Staff is very demanding but is also

very fun and fulfilling.


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Counselor in Training (C.I.T.)

The C.I.T. program is an opportunity for a Scout

to experience the role of a camp staff member

for one week. There is no cost to the C.I.T.

participant. The participant will work under the

direction of camp staff Area Directors. The

participant will also camp in the regular camp

staff area.

C.I.T. participants should be at least 15 years of

age. (A few 14 year olds may be selected.) As

with regular staff applicants, not all C.I.T.

applicants will be given positions.

Submit the names of any Scout interested in a

C.I.T. position to the Quapaw Area Council

Scout Service Center. No C.I.T. may serve during

the same week their own unit would be

attending.

C.I.T. applicant should submit the Counselor In

Training Application.


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