Summer Camp (Hidden Valley & Camp Bell) - July 31 to Aug. 6
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UPDATED 7/26/11 - Information from the Pre-Camp Meeting.
See all the information for the Hidden Valley portion of the pre-camp meeting here. |
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Scout Leadership at Summer Camp:
Hidden Valley: SPL Chris M.& acting ASPL R.Johnson Camp Bell: Acting SPL Tim E. & acting ASPL Nick H. |
Adult Leadership at Summer Camp:
Hidden Valley: Acting SM Mr. Gillogly & Acting ASM Mr. Massery Camp Bell: SM Mr. Ham & ASM Mr. Hemmendinger |
Tasks for Scouts
* Before Monday, July 18th all Patrol Leaders should have or are conferring with the SPL regarding activities they want to do while at summer camp
* All Patrols should have a Patrol Flag to be brought to Summer Camp. Patrol Leaders will have their Patrol Flags attached to their tents at Summer Camp.
* Pick who you are bunking with at summer camp prior to the July 25th Mandatory meeting.
Any questions should be directed to the SPL for conferral with the SM.
* Before Monday, July 18th all Patrol Leaders should have or are conferring with the SPL regarding activities they want to do while at summer camp
* All Patrols should have a Patrol Flag to be brought to Summer Camp. Patrol Leaders will have their Patrol Flags attached to their tents at Summer Camp.
* Pick who you are bunking with at summer camp prior to the July 25th Mandatory meeting.
Any questions should be directed to the SPL for conferral with the SM.
Packing Lists
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Medications
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Fill out Top Left portion if medication is being administered for your Scout. Please bring completer form to the mandatory Summer camp meeting.
Note: All medications (including over-the-counter meds) to be administered must be listed on the Scout's Medical form. If medication has not previously been listed, please include an updated form (see page 1 of form).
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Fill out the following form if your Scout needs to carry an Epi-pen or an inhaler. Note this form must be signed by a physician.
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Arrival (Sun. July 31 between 11:30 and 12:15pm)
Hidden ValleyYou should plan to arrive at camp between 11:30 and 12:15pm.
We cannot begin until EVERYONE has arrived! There is a lot to do when we arrve on Sunday, and we need all scouts and adults present before check-in procedures can start. We recommend that you carpool to consolidate the number of vehicles that are coming to camp. The camps have little parking, and are trying to minimize the traffic impact at camp & throughout the town of Gilmanton. All vehicles must proceed to the parking lot. You are not allowed to stop along camp roads to unload. Scouts are expected to hike their gear to campsites. All personal, carryable gear is to be left at the parade field until we have completed check-in. If an item such as a trunk or large duffle bag is either too large or too heavy to carry, it may be placed behind your campsite sign at Carter Lodge and a camp vehicle will take it up for you during the afternoon. No personal vehicles are allowed on the campsite roads.
Be sure to keep the items you will need Sunday (such as towel, water bottle, flashlight) with you in a daypack. All gear (especially that dropped at Carter Lodge) should be clearly labeled with SCOUT NAME, TROOP 17 and the CAMPSITE, so that it may be properly identified.
Once your gear is at the site or Carter Lodge, find the Troop at the parade field in front of the Dining Hall. When we are all present, a tour guide will direct us through - Roster verification - issuing wristbands - check-in to campsite - medical re-check - Troop photo - swim tests - orientation at the Dining Hall - Tour of Camp and opening ceremonies.
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Camp BellYou should plan to arrive at camp between 11:30 and 12:15pm.
We cannot begin until EVERYONE has arrived! There is a lot to do when we arrve on Sunday, and we need all scouts and adults present before check-in procedures can start. We recommend that you carpool to consolidate the number of vehicles that are coming to camp. The camps have little parking, and are trying to minimize the traffic impact at camp & throughout the town of Gilmanton. All vehicles must proceed to the parking lot. You are not allowed to stop along camp roads to unload. Scouts are expected to hike their gear to campsites. All personal, carryable gear is to be left at the parade field until we have completed check-in. If an item such as a trunk or large duffle bag is either too large or too heavy to carry, it may be placed behind your campsite sign at the Camp Bell parade field and a camp vehicle will take it up for you during the afternoon. No personal vehicles are allowed on the campsite roads.
Be sure to keep the items you will need Sunday (such as towel, water bottle, flashlight) with you in a daypack. All gear (especially that dropped at the parade ground) should be clearly labeled with SCOUT NAME, TROOP 17 and the CAMPSITE, so that it may be properly identified.
Once your gear is at the site or parade field, find the Troop at the parade field. When we are all present, a tour guide will direct us through - Roster verification - issuing wristbands - check-in to campsite - medical re-check - Troop photo - swim tests - orientation & tour of Camp and opening ceremonies.
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Helpful Hints
1. Carry any necessary items in a day-pack, separate from your luggage. Carry this daypack with you each day.
2. For both Hidden Valley and Camp Bell campers, Scouts should arrive wearing their Class A uniform shirt and a swimsuit (or scout shorts with swimsuit underneath), and have a towel handy (in their daypack). Shortly after check-in, we will take a Troop photograph, then proceed directly to the waterfront for swim checks. Having a suit on will eliminate the need to change twice, and will speed us through check-in. Also carry a ziplock bag to hold the wet items, so that other stuff in your pack does not get wet.
3. Have your meds ready to submit to the nurse. Clearly label with a "17" on the top.
4. Don't forget a water bottle, sun protection, hat and raingear.
5. Because it may rain, and we are staying at a low level area of camp, we recommend packing in plastic, not fabric, containers. Trunks that fit under the cots are available at Target, Walmart & other stores.
Click here for Directions to Camp
Departure (Sat. August 6)
Hidden Valley (at 8:45am)Closing Ceremony begins at 8:45am
Breakfast on Saturday morning is an open Continental Breakfast from 7:00 to 8:30am (for campers only). We need to be packed & ready to check out before 9:00am on Saturday. We urge (beg & plead) parents to arrive on time! Troop leaders cannnot leave till all scouts are picked up, and will be anxious to see their families.
A camp-wide closing ceremony begins at 8:45 am on the Parade Field near the Dining Hall. Families are encouraged to "stretch their legs" after the drive & join us for the ceremony. Dismissal immediately follows the ceremony. Please be careful of campers and traffic as you exit camp. Please me mindful of the speed in Gilmanton.
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Camp Bell (at 8:15am)Closing Ceremony begins at 8:15am & should end before 8:45am
Units should be ready for final campsite inspection by 7:30 am on Saturday. Units are expected to vacate their sites by 7:45 and join the camp for the
Closing Ceremony at 8:15. A camp-wide closing ceremony begins at 8:15 am on the Parade Field near the Dining Hall. Families are encouraged to "stretch their legs" after the drive & join us for the ceremony. Dismissal immediately follows the ceremony. Please be careful of campers and traffic as you exit camp. Please me mindful of the speed in Gilmanton.
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For Scouts leaving camp Early (at both HV and Bell)
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Other than during Saturday check out, Campers must sign out at the Administration Building. Campers must notify Scoutmaster and Camp Administration prior to leaving camp. For campers to be released or picked up, a Pick -Up Authorization/permission Form must be properly filled out and signed by the parent. At the time of departure, an in-camp adult leader must be present to verify all records and adults involved are approved.
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Camp Maps
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