Cascade Pacific Council | 2145 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97201 | 503.226.3423 | www.cpcbsa.org

2013 Camp Meriwether Program Guide Updated: April 23, 2013

Revised: 4/23/2013

Dear Scouting Volunteer,

Thank you for your key role of “delivering the promise” to youth involved in Scouting programs. Every Scout wants outdoor adventure—studies show that’s the reason they join, and the reason they stay in Scouting– it’s outdoor adventure that boys crave, and its outdoor adventure at its best that you’re about to help deliver!

One of our nation’s greatest threats is the health of its citizens. You have probably heard about the “nature deficit disorder” and about obesity trends in youth, both sad developments since the years before video games and the internet. Getting kids outdoors and active is the answer to these trends; that’s also what you’re accomplishing by taking Scouts to summer camp.

I hope you will do whatever you can to help encourage every boy and parent in your unit to ‘get outside’ and explore nature, camp, hike, and just have fun. Currently about 22% of our Cub Scouts participate in resident camps and about 22% participate in day camps, while about 50% of our Boy Scouts participate in a week long resident camp. What these figures really show is the number of Scouts that don’t get those outdoor expericences; thank you for doing everything you can to reach every Scout in your unit.

I fondly recall the quality time I spent with my boys at camp and was amazed at the life lessons my sons learned during their time at camp. I hope you strive to get as many youth as possible from your unit out to camp this year so you and they can have those same experiences.

We are so blessed in the Cascade Pacific Council to have incredible camping properties and a wide variety of programs for youth and adults to choose from. This guidebook provides important information to help you better plan and prepare for this upcoming summer’s adventure. Please use it to prepare your Scouts and adults for their grand outdoor adventure at summer camp.

Thanks again for all you do!

Matthew S. (Matt) Devore, Scout Executive

Leaders’ Pre-Camp Briefings Each unit is encouraged to send at least one adult to one of the pre-camp leader meetings. These meetings are an invaluable opportunity to get late-breaking camp information, and to meet face-to-face with your camp director for questions and answers. Pre-camp Meetings for Cub Scout Camps:

Fri, June 7, at 7pm or Sat, June 8, at 1pm at the Happy Valley LDS Church located at 10300 SE 132nd – Portland. (attend one meeting; pick the one that best fits your schedule)

Pre-camp Meetings for Boy Scout Camps: Fri, May 31st, at 7pm or Sat, June 1, at 1pm at the Happy Valley LDS Church located at 10300 SE 132nd – Portland. (attend one meeting; pick the one that best fits your schedule)

You will be able to pick up your Trading Post pre-ordered items (if ordered by May 15) and purchase additional available items. See www.cpcbsa.org/preorder for details on the money-saving pre-order offer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

• Arrival instructions

• Schedule for arrival day

• Check-in instructions

• Special programs and activities

• Campsites and living areas

• Foodservice operation and dining

• Merit badge programs (Boy Scout camps)

• Advancement opportunities

• Additional program costs, if any

• Map to your camp

• Map of the camp property

• And much more...

ANY AND ALL INFORMATION IN THIS GUIDE MAY BE COPIED FOR DISTRIBUTION IN YOUR PACK OR TROOP.

This leaders’ guide is comprised of several sections. The first section contains general information that applies to all resident camps. The second section contains information related to the specific camp you’re attending. The third section is an appendix of forms that you will find useful in preparing for camp.

SECTION ONE: GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION TWO: SPECIFIC CAMP INFORMATION

APPENDIX: FORMS

This section, beginning on page 16, contains information related to your camp including details on:

General Information Pages 3-6 Payment Schedule Refund Policy Adult Fees Free Adult Ratio Leadership in Camp Participants Visitors Day Visitors Food Service Insurance information Unit Membership List Arrival & Departure Adult Leadership Employment Opportunities Youth Development Uniforming Flag Ceremonies Lost & Found Pre-Camp Leader’s Meeting Emergencies, Medical Care & Safety Pages 7-8 Medical Examination Medical Forms Medication at Camp Emergency Care Procedures Tobacco Chemical Fuels Alcohol

Weapons Chainsaws Pets Rest Weather Transportation & Parking RV Parking ATVs Tour Permit Planning Pages 9-10 Six Steps of Planning Next Summer Camp Reservations Order of the Arrow Rover Camp Pre-Camp Checklist Parent Information Pages 11-13 What to Bring Where To Send Mail Sample Letter to Parents How To Get There

Special Needs Form Adopt-A-Project information

Family Camp information

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Opportunity Fund (Camperships): Your council recognizes that some members are not able to afford camp, and operates a special fund to help send Scouts to camp. Leaders may obtain Opportunity Fund Applications from any council service center or online; these should be submitted no later than three weeks prior to your arrival at camp. Funds are distributed on a first-come-first-served basis. Applications may be submitted in lieu of the March 15 payment for individual Scouts.

Payment Schedule and Refunds

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Adult Fees: Adult fees cover food, utilities, and other expenses, and are to be paid by all adults staying overnight, except subsidized ‘free adults’ based on the number of Scouts attending. Pre-paid adult fees are fully refundable. Adult fees may be paid upon arrival at camp. Additional overnight adults pay a flat fee of: $130—Boy Scout Camp $130—Adventure Cove $ 65—Cub World $ 65—Gilbert Ranch -OR- $ 25—Pro-rated fee at any of these camps. This way, your unit can choose the most cost-effective plan for your adults. Two adults minimum per unit must attend camp to provide leader-ship, supervision, and coaching for Scouts (required by Youth Protec-tion rules).

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Camp fee payments occur in three steps:

1. A deposit of $10 per Scout is paid to secure a reservation.

2. A commitment payment of $50 per Scout is made by March 15 to continue to hold the reservation. Units that don’t make this payment risk losing their reservation.

3a.To qualify for the Early Bird incentive*, pay the balance by May 15. 3b. If not taking advantage of the Early Bird incentive, the

balance must be paid in full by June 15.

*the early bird incentive for 2013 is a free t-shirt for every scout that is paid for in full by May 15, 2013

REFUNDS:

Cancellations on or before May 15: all fees paid are transferable within the reservation. If the entire unit reservation is cancelled, the $10 deposit per Scout is forfeited. Cancellations between May 15 and two weeks prior to camp: a refund of all fees paid, less $60 per Scout is made.

Within two weeks of camp: no refunds are made unless the Scout in question finds himself in one of these circumstances: a) his family moves out of council b) there is a death or serious illness in his immediate family requiring his attendance c) he himself becomes ill and unable to attend camp. If a refund is granted, it will be for fees paid minus $60 deposit when a Refund Request Form is filed upon arrival at camp.

All refund requests must be in writing. Up to two weeks prior to camp, written or email requests may be sent to the council camping department at camping@cpcbsa.org. Within two weeks of camp, please make refund requests upon arrival at camp with the camp business manager using the Refund Request Form, listing the reason each Scout was unable to attend. These refunds will be measured to the refund policy (see above) and granted accordingly. Refunds will be mailed to the currently registered unit committee chair in early October, and will be combined with other refunds due to the unit minus any outstanding debts the unit owes the council.

TIP: Wise units collect fees from families so that the family is making the financial commitment to attend, and thus if their son is a no-show, the unit treasury is not at a loss. Require parents to make the $10 and $50 family commitment payments to the unit up front—before making the unit payment—to protect the unit treasury.

Boy Scout Camps

Youth Free Adults

1-8 1

9-16 2

17 or more 3

One free adult per eight youth, up to 3 free

adults; additional adults pay adult fee of $130

Cub Scout Camps

Youth Free Adults

1-6 1

7-12 2

13 or more 3

One free adult per six youth, up to 3 free adults; additional adults pay adult

fee of $65 ($130 at Adventure Cove)

Fees are due in full by June 15

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Participants

Each camp is structured for the needs of the age group it serves; thus den chiefs are not permitted to attend Cub Scout or We-belos camps, and any children under the age of 18 not regis-tered with a unit may not stay in camp. This includes siblings, den chiefs, and children of leaders.

Visitors

Adults not registered and paid as camp leaders are considered visitors at camp. They must pay for the meals they consume (see Day Visitor section). There are no overnight accommodations for guests, even in your unit campsite. There are public campgrounds near all Cascade Pacific Council camps; please have guests make arrangements to stay in those campgrounds. The one ex-ception to this policy is that arrangements may be made for individual drivers who arrive on Friday night to take Scouts home on Saturday; please make this arrangement with your camp director upon arrival.

Day Visitor: Day Visitor meal fees (for visitors not staying overnight) are: Breakfast-$5.00, lunch-$6.00, dinner-$7.00. Please arrange meal payment with the business manager upon arrival.

Trading Post:

Each camp's Trading Post is well stocked with camp supplies, souvenirs, and refreshments. The average camper spends $10 per day. Some items previously sold in the Trading Post are: Souvenirs Personal Items Food Items T-shirts Flashlights Ice Cream Belt Buckles Batteries Soft Drinks Pictures Stamps Juice Patches Toothbrush/Paste Candy Sunglasses First Aid Kits Granola Bars Advancement Miscellaneous Handicraft Kits Sharpening Stones Merit Badge Books Scout Literature Craft-Strip Novelty Toys Compasses Friendship Bracelets Knives Post Cards An adult can serve as a “banker” during the week, allowing youth to check money in and out. Adults may use a personal check, VISA, MasterCard, Discover or American Express at any of our camp facilities.

Food Service:

Our goal is to give you a well-balanced menu with high quality food. Persons with special menu needs may visit the council web site at www.cpcbsa.org/menus in early May to view a copy of the camp menu if they wish to bring special items to supplement our menu (i.e. diabetic, vegetarian, and food allergies). Menus will list vegetarian and diabetic alternatives. A Special Needs Form should be completed and returned to the council office one month prior to arrival if special dietary health issues exist. A camper may need to bring supplemental food items to satisfy special needs. Please also notify the camp food service person-nel upon your arrival at camp.

Insurance Information: Each unit attending a Cascade Pacific Council camp must show proof of insurance for each youth or for the entire unit. (NOTE: CPC units are covered through a council policy) Units must have accident insurance and bring proof of that insurance with them to camp including policy number and claim forms. The name of your insurance company is not enough information for the hospi-tal or for camp managers. Thousands of units have Health Special Risk (underwritten by Ace American Insurance) or Deseret insurance. Please make sure the information you provide is complete and that you have the proper claim forms with you at all times. LDS units can receive their Deseret policy number from the ward clerk. For most policies, parents’ medical insurance is the primary insur-ance; unit accident insurance is secondary. Typically, most sec-ondary insurance policies will cover the deductible required by the parent's insurance; illness is not normally covered. Check your policy to determine what is covered. All questions regarding your unit insurance coverage should be directed to your insurance company. Unit Membership List (for Out-Of-Council units): Each unit coming from another council must bring a unit member-ship list, available from your council office (this is a list of all members currently registered in ScoutNet). Boys not included on the membership list must bring:

1. Completed youth membership application with applicable fees. OR 2. Bring a copy of the youth membership application turned in with a copy of the receipt.

(Cascade Pacific Council units do not need to provide a mem-bership list; the council office will provide this to your camp di-rector for membership verification). This is not the same as the Unit Camp Roster. Upon arrival, every unit needs to turn in a Camp Roster of all persons at camp.

Arrival & Departure Your camp staffers have little time between sessions to prepare for your arrival; they will be better rested and able to serve your Scouts if you plan your arrival according to this schedule: Adventure Cove: Arrive 1:00pm Sunday; depart about 6:00pm Friday Baldwin: Arrive 11:30Sunday; check-in 12:00pm in parking lot; depart about 10:00am Saturday. Cooper: Arrive 12:30pm Sunday in parking lot; depart 10:00am Saturday Cub World: Arrive 12:45pm on the first day, and depart by 7:00pm on the third day. Gilbert Ranch: Arrive 12:42pm on the first day, and depart about 7:00pm on the third day. Pioneer: Arrive 12:30pm Sunday; depart about 9:30am Saturday. Meriwether: Arrive 12:30pm Sunday; wait in parking

lot for escort. Depart about 9:15am Saturday

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Monday Arrivals on Sunday-Start Week at Boy Scout camps Troops that prefer to not travel on Sunday may arrive early Monday morning and jump right into the day’s program. Baldwin: Arrive 7:00am Monday. Cooper: Arrive at 7:00am Monday. Pioneer: Arrive 7:00am Monday. Meriwether: arrive 7:00am Monday, wait in parking lot Be prepared to jump right into the camp program at all of the camps. Monday-Start Sessions at Boy Scout camps Monday-Start sessions will have an adjusted schedule that al-lows for all of the fun activities that are offered every other session. Arrival times are as follows: Baldwin: arrive 8:00am Monday; depart about 10:00am Saturday. Cooper: Arrive at 7:00am Monday; depart about 10:00am Sunday. Pioneer: Arrive 7:00am Monday; depart about 9:30am Saturday. Meriwether: Arrive 7:00am Monday; wait in parking lot for escort; depart about 9:15am Saturday. Early Arrivals at Boy Scout camps Boy Scout troops travelling more than four hours or those with religious conflicts may arrive one night early at 6pm. Early arrivals pay a $25 camping fee per troop; no discounts apply. Saturday arrivals are not permitted on Monday-Start weeks. As early-arrivals impact staff resources, early arrival plans MUST be pre-arranged and noted on the reservation; please request early arrival by emailing info@cpcbsa.org. Adult Leadership

Leadership in Camp

Each unit must be under the leadership of at least one regis-tered adult over 21 years old (preferably the registered unit leader). There must be at least two adult leaders with the unit in camp at all times. At least one unit leader is expected to participate in all leader meetings and coordinate the re-sponsibilities of the unit’s adult leadership at camp. At least one adult leader must have Youth Protection training. This can be accomplished one or more ways: BEST Unit leader and one or more assistant lead- ers in camp the full week.

GOOD Unit leader in camp all week and other adults in and out during the week. (but very difficult for youth and leaders)

FAIR All adult leadership rotates in and out of camp during the week, always having two adults.

UNACCEPTABLE Only one adult with the unit. Youth may have to be sent home.

The unit leader or anyone serving as a unit leader must be at least 21 years of age and a registered member of the Boy Scouts of America. Additional adults may be registered Scout-

ers 18 years of age or older, or parents of participating youth members. All medical form requirements must be fulfilled (See page 7 for details). This may require a physical examination and doctor’s signature, depending on the length of time the leader stays at camp. Part-time leaders (less than 72 hours) and visitors must check-in at the camp office upon arrival in camp and check-out as they depart. All medical form requirements must be completed (See page 7 for details). It is vital that there be two adults in camp at all times for each unit. When necessary to rotate adults, be certain that there are always two adults in camp for your unit in order to comply with Youth Protection guidelines. Key Duties of Adult Leaders

• Attend the pre-camp meeting.

• Transport youth to and from camp.

• Remain in camp with youth all day long.

• No children are allowed to come to camp other than youth registered in your unit. (No siblings, cousins, etc.)

• Help each youth with program activities.

• Encourage all Scouts to do their best.

• Observe advancement opportunities and sign appropriate book sections.

Leaders also….

• Smoke only in designated areas, always out of view of youth.

• Set the example. Maintain cleanliness of food and campers.

• Report all hazards and problems to the camp director.

• Report ALL injuries and illnesses to the camp health officer immediately.

Leaders oversee actions of all youth assuring that…

• Youth wear shirts, shoes and socks at all times.

• Youth use the “buddy system” at all times.

• There is no chopping of trees, destruction, defacing of woods or buildings, digging of traps or holes, or rock throwing.

• Youth know and abide by camp boundaries.

• All medications used by youth are the responsibility of the camp health officer. Please enclose written instruction for administration. Leave medication in its original container.

Leaders help maintain discipline in the dining hall

• Wash hands before eating.

• Take off hats while inside the dining hall.

• Remain standing at the table until grace is said.

• Take small portions on the first pass of food to ensure that everyone receives firsts.

• Use good table manners.

• Ensure that waiters report to dining hall on time.

• Listen carefully for directions and do not leave

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Staff are available to help you make camp fun! The camp staff represents the greatest resource available to your youth during their stay at camp. The majority is selected from older Boy Scouts, Varsity youth, Venturers, and Explorers. Your unit at camp is under the leadership and direction of your unit leader. The staff can help the unit leader in a number of ways. The camp staff brings expertise to the entire camping program, not only in their own specialties, but also as a general program resource. This ensures a great adventure for your youth. The camp staff loves what they are doing, so don't be afraid to ask questions. As an adult leader in camp, we ask that you support these young men and women to enhance the programs they are providing. This may occur in several ways:

• Helping all youth to be successful: occasionally there will be one or more youth in your group that need an extra hand grasping a concept or mastering a skill.

• Setting the example: Youth in your unit will watch YOU to know when it’s okay to talk, to laugh, to play and to have fun. Your participation will encourage your youth, so have fun! Your positive attitude is a great way to ensure that your youth have a great time.

Employment Opportunities Your council hires over 300 young men and women each summer, and we have a few positions open at this time. Youth 15 years of age and older have the opportunity to serve in the following positions:

Staff-in-Training: Under age 16 usually serves on

staff for a two-week period and receive room and board only. Youth staff: Age 16-20 may serve at camp the entire season, and receive room and board plus a weekly salary. Adult staff: Age 21 and up serve at camp the entire season, and receive room and board plus a weekly salary. Contact the council service center for more information, download the application from the council website at www.cpcbsa.org/campstaff, pick up an application at any council service center. Hiring occurs February through August. Youth Development As individuals, youth will be learning through challenging experiences and building self-confidence through the ac-complishment of goals. Your role as leader will be to give youth guidance as they choose their opportunities, encour-agement as they try new things, motivation to keep them on schedule with their goals, and understanding and coun-seling if things aren't going right. As part of a group, they will learn responsibility, coopera-tion, and leadership. That's a lot to ask of young men and women, but it is also why camp is such a good experience. Good luck! Youth development may be challenging, but it will also be very rewarding.

Uniforming Why do the Boy Scouts of America have a uniform? For the same reasons a football or baseball team wears them. Because a uniform gives a standard to be met, promotes group spirit, and designates equality from the start among members within the group. At camp the uniform does the same. The official Scout uniform is appropriate dress at any time during the week at camp. We encourage all youth to be in full uniform for dinner, campfires, chapel services, and other formal ceremonies. Demonstrate your unit spirit and Scouting pride by being the best-uniformed unit in camp. Flag Ceremonies Units are encouraged to hold formal flag ceremonies in their sites every morning and evening. The camp will also hold formal flag ceremonies. Youth are encouraged to attend in full uniform. These assemblies are also the time when special announcements and recognitions are made. Lost and Found Lost and found items are transported from the camps to the Portland Service Center on a weekly basis. Items are stored in the Portland office for one week, after which they will be transported to a Scouters’ Mountain. One lost and found day will be held the second Saturday in Sep-tember. All remaining items will be donated to local chari-ties after September 15. Please share this information with the parents in your group and encourage them to have their youth bring home all the items taken to camp. Socks, underwear, water bottles, and towels will not be returned from camps. RESIDENT PRE-CAMP LEADERS’ MEETING Plan to attend one of the pre-camp leader meetings: Cub Scout Camps: Friday, June 6 at 7:00 pm or Saturday, June 7 at 1:00 pm At the Happy Valley LDS CHURCH Located at 10300 SE 132nd, Happy Valley, OR 97086 (about 3 miles East of Clackamas Town Center) Boy Scout Camps Friday, May 31 at 7:00 pm Saturday, June 1 at 1:00 pm At the Happy Valley LDS CHURCH Located at 10300 SE 132nd, Portland, OR 97086 (about 3 miles East of Clackamas Town Center) These meetings are great opportunities to meet the camp directors for Adventure Cove, Cub World, Gilbert Ranch, Baldwin, Meriwether and Pioneer for up-to-date infor-mation, advice and to ask questions about camp at this time. At this time, you will be able to pickup your trading post pre-ordered items (if purchased online by May 15 online) and purchase additional in-stock items at discount prices.

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MEDICAL FORMS AND MEDICATION

Every precaution is taken to ensure a healthy and safe camping experience for all campers attending Cascade Pacific Council summer camps. All camps operate a well- equipped health lodge that is administered by a qualified camp health officer for any accidents or medical problems that may arise. In the event of a medical emergency, the camp health officer is available 24 hours a day. Special arrangements have been made with local hospitals for the treatment of more serious cases. If such treatment is required, every effort will be made to help the unit leader notify the camper’s parents. In the unlikely event of a very serious injury or illness requiring immediate specialized medical attention, the care of your youth

will be turned over to the local emergency medical service that may require the use of ground or air ambulance service at their discretion. Youth and leaders needing additional medical attention on or off property will be billed (by the medical office or hospital) for services rendered at their expense. All expenses associated with this additional treatment become the responsibility of the youth's parents (or guardians), preferably handled through their personal health insurance or supplemental unit accident insurance. All medical services provided by the camp health officer are at no cost.

Medical Examination and Medical Form— to download form and for more information go to www.cpcbsa.org/medical

Medical Forms

National standards require that the NEW medical form be used; we cannot waiver from this policy. The old Class1, Class 2 and Class 3 Medical forms will not be accepted. Medical forms are readily available at the Volunteer Service Centers, as well as on the council website at www.cpcbsa.org/medical.

Medications at Camp

The Oregon State Health Department and BSA National Camping Standards requires that all prescription medication for persons un-der18 years of age is to be locked in the camp health lodge and dispensed by the camp health officer. Prescription medications for persons age 18 and over must be kept in locked storage and may be locked by the owner in their campsite OR by camp health staff in the health lodge. Emergency bee sting medication, inhalers, an insulin syringe or other medication or device used in the event of life-threatening situations may be (and should be) carried by the camper or staff member.

It is important to have at least one adult leader accompany youth to the health lodge to receive medication so that the health officer and the unit adult can together confirm that the youth is receiving the correct medication in the correct dosage. One adult from each unit must keep track of each Scouts’ medication schedule and make sure each Scout takes the correct doses as prescribed. Camp health officers cannot administer immunizations, prescriptions or over the counter medicines, or recommend any medications. Their role is one of preparation for emergencies and to secure medications stored in the health lodge.

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Age

Cub World and Gilbert Ranch

Adventure Cove & Boy Scout Camps

Baldwin, Meriwether, Pioneer

ALL PERSONS (All Ages)

Medical Form—parts A & B completed Download form at

www.cpcbsa.org/medical

Medical Form— parts A, B, & C completed

Download form at www.cpcbsa.org/medical

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EMERGENCY CARE PROCEDURES

The following procedures will be followed if emergency care is necessary

⇒ Parents or guardians will be notified of any serious illness or injury as soon as possible, by the unit leader whenever possible. If parents will be away from home during the week of camp, unit leaders must know where to reach them; current phone numbers should be noted on the medical form of every Scout and adult leader.

⇒ In the case of a severe accident, parents will be contacted as soon as possible after administering proper emergency care.

⇒ In the event the parents or guardians are unavailable, the unit leader will be asked to make decisions on their behalf.

⇒ It is the responsibility of unit leadership to provide transportation for unit members requiring non-emergency medical services off camp property.

⇒ Two adult leaders will accompany a Scout requiring non-emergency medical services. The leaders must obtain the youth’s medical form from the health lodge before leaving the camp; it will be needed by the hospital or medical center. Be sure to also have the unit insurance policy information and claim form with you when leaving the camp. Directions to the doctor’s of-fice will be provided at the health lodge. Two adults must also stay with the unit; the camp director will assist in helping with temporary leadership when needed in an emergency.

⇒ On your first day in camp, emergency procedures are explained to the leaders as well as to youth. In the event of any emergency, notify the camp staff immediately. If you feel that you are able to deal effectively with the situation, do so and then send word to the staff. If the situation seems dangerous, the priority is to vacate all youth and leaders from the area.

Prohibited and Restricted Items Tobacco: The use of tobacco products by anyone under the age of 18 will not be tolerated. Adults may use tobacco products only in designated areas and away from all partic-ipants. Council properties are tobacco-free zones, including all buildings, campsites, trails and program areas. Smoking in tents and campsites, or in view of any Scout is strictly pro-hibited. Chemical Fuels: Gas-fueled lanterns and stoves (canister type fuels are recommended over liquid) may be used for outdoor lighting and cooking. The use of gas-fueled lanterns and stoves in any tent or Adirondack is strictly prohibited. All fuel containers not in use must be stored in the camp gas shack. A responsible adult, who is knowledgeable in safety precautions, must do lighting and refueling; fuel is never han-dled by youth. The use of liquid fuels as a fire-starter is strictly prohibited. Alcohol and Drugs: It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that the use of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances are not permitted on property owned and/or operated by the Boy Scouts of America, or at any activity involving participation of youth members. Weapons: No weapons of any kind are permitted at camp. This includes personal archery and rifle equipment; personal equipment is not permitted on camp ranges during summer camp. Weapons are not permitted to be stored in vehicles in camp parking lots. Chainsaws: Chainsaws are not permitted at any council property. Pets: Pets are not permitted at any camp at any time. Please advise all parents to leave pets at home. Rest Sleep, or lack thereof, can be one of the greatest causes of a fantastic or poor week. The unit leader should see that from 10:00 pm until 6:00 am each night the campsite is qui-et.

Weather Daytime temperatures can range from the low 40’s to the 90's depending on current weather patterns. Nighttime can drop to the upper 30’s during the beginning and end of the camping season. It rains in Oregon, but the program will continue, so quality rain gear is a must. Be Prepared! Transportation & Parking All vehicles transporting youth must be operated in accor-dance with local and state laws. Vehicles must be in good mechanical condition. Travel should be done in daylight hours whenever possible. No one is allowed to ride in truck beds, under canopies, in campers, hatchbacks, or with any non-standard seat or seat belt arrangement. Transportation in RVs is NOT advised. All passengers must use a seat belt in accordance with state law. The appropriate tour permit must be filed with the council service center. While the camp will provide adequate parking areas for all personal vehicles, the council will not accept any responsibil-ity for vehicles or their contents parked on camp property or damaged by driving over camp roads. In some camps, vehi-cles may be permitted by the camp director to deliver equipment to the campsite on arrival and departure days, but such vehicles must be promptly returned to the parking lot. Cooperation with your camp director on vehicle use will help ensure that it does not become a safety concern, and that such access can be permitted in the future. RV Parking is not available at any camp. Adults are not permitted to stay in RVs in any camp parking lot—adults’ purpose in camp is to chaperone and provide safety for youth; this cannot be fulfilled from the parking lot or RV. ATVs are not permitted to be used on any Cascade Pacific Council Scout property at any time. Tour Plans (formerly Tour Permit) are required for all units traveling to and from camp. Download the form at www.cpcbsa.org/tourplan

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Six Steps to Successful Summer Camp Planning

1. Find out what your youth want to do. Before camp, schedule time at pack/troop meetings to talk about camp. Decide which camp best meets the needs of your unit.

2. Meet with patrol leaders (den leaders). Ask them to discuss with their youth members what they would like to do at camp. This will get Scouts thinking about camp, and increase their excitement for the summer ahead.

3. Meet with your senior patrol leader (den leaders). See if he (he/she) is going to attend camp. If not, the assistant senior patrol leader (assistant den leader) should assume the duties. Include them in your camp planning meetings.

4. Review the information you gather, and schedule time at committee meetings to discuss camp planning.

5. Plan for fun and success:

A. Scouts need to know what to bring, what activities to prepare for and what activities are offered.

B. Unit leaders need to remember the advancement and activity goals set by Scouts and plan their participation accordingly.

C. Parents need to know when camp is, where it is, how to send mail, how much it costs, and how to get in touch with someone in case of an emergency. Parents also need to know what is planned for their Scout.

6. Boy Scout troops: meet with the parents of Webelos coming into your troop. All youth deserve the opportunity to go to camp. Give the parents of new Scouts every opportunity to plan early for the expense of Scout camp, as it is difficult to be a Scout and not attend camp with new friends. Help parents alleviate their fears. Invite Order of the Arrow members to help with a camp promotion presenta-tion at one of your troop/family meetings.

PLANNING

Next Summer Reservations Scout leaders are able to reserve space for next year at Camp. During your week at camp, visit the business manager to check on up-to-date availability for the following year and to get your space reserved, you can even reserve for a different camp than you are attending. The reservation fee is only $10 per person attending. You may also make your reservation online by visiting www.cpcbsa.org/camping Order of the Arrow (Boy Scout Camps) Wauna La – Mon’tay Lodge #442 of the Order of the Arrow, Honor Society of the Boy Scouts of America, is an integral part of the council's camping program. Boy Scout camp participants are encouraged to meet with the camp Brotherhood coordinator for information concerning Brotherhood requirements. By pay-ing current fees for dues and Brotherhood, members may partic-ipate in the Brotherhood ceremony at Camps Baldwin, Meri-wether, and Pioneer. Rover Camp—Camp Meriwether Rover camp is a special week at camp for youth that cannot attend camp with their troop, or for youth that would like to attend an extra week of summer camp. A rover troop is formed at camp, with the camp providing the necessary adult leader-ship. Registration forms are available at any council service center or online at www.cpcbsa.org.

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Fort Clatsop replica at Camp Meriwether

Main Street at Butte creek Scout Ranch

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PRE-CAMP CHECK LIST

Five months prior to camp

Secure leadership: Cub Scout camps require one adult leader for every six youth. Boy Scout camps require a minimum of two adults, but recommend one adult for every eight youth. At least one leader must be a registered adult leader and at least 21 or older.

Promote camp at pack, den and troop meetings.

Collect fees from families so that the family is mak-ing the financial commitment to attend, and thus if their son is a no-show, the unit treasury is not at a loss.

Obtain health/accident insurance. Brochures are avail-able from volunteer service centers.

Give blank medical forms to each participant so they can arrange for any needed physical exams.

Give a blank special needs form to each participant that requires special needs.

Provide an Opportunity Fund form for those who have a financial need.

March

Download the Advance Planning Guide March 1.

Contact parents, or hold a meeting, to talk about pro-gram dates and times.

Give blank medical forms to each participant so they can arrange for any needed physical exams.

Give a blank special needs form to those participants that require special needs.

Provide an Opportunity Fund form for those who have a financial need. Check that the forms have been turned into the council.

April

Download your camp’s Program Guide, which contains new information about programs offered at the camp you are attending April 1.

Have Boy Scouts decide what merit badges and pro-grams they would like to pursue.

May

Reconfirm number of Scouts going to camp. Collect fees and pay by May 15 to receive the "Early Bird " incentive.

Turn in your T-shirt order form with number of youth and sizes for shirts.

Decrease numbers if necessary to avoid additional fees.

Give a copy of the parents’ section of this guide to each parent.

Reconfirm leadership for camp.

Determine which pre-camp meeting you should attend and plan to attend.

Collect special needs forms and send to the council of-fice.

One month prior to camp

Send out final camp notice to parents.

Reconfirm leadership at camp.

Review adult leader responsibilities with all adults at-tending camp.

Meet with youth to talk about camp expectations, rules, and procedures.

Have committee members visit parents of youth not reg-istered for camp; encourage them to attend.

Secure transportation to and from camp.

Attend pre-camp meeting.

Obtain reservations for family BBQ. Upon arrival, you will be asked for a count of the number of guests who will attend the BBQ.

Develop a program of activities using information in the leader guide, which will be mailed in late April.

Three weeks before camp

Collect all youth and adult medical forms, making sure forms have current parent and doctor signatures and parent’s contact information.

Make sure all youth are currently registered members of Boy Scouts of America. Membership will be verified upon arrival; those not registered will be required to regis-ter as members.

Gather unit insurance information including policy num-ber and claim forms.

Pay all remaining camp fees (information for camp is printed two weeks prior to your arrival. Please verify that all information is correct.)

Print unit roster.

Two days before departure

Check on transportation to and from camp.

Make sure anyone who has joined your group since you attended the pre-camp meeting has a completed medical form. Re-check all forms for proper signatures.

Hold inspection of personal packs and patrol gear.

Troop equipment should be ready to pack.

Inform youth of customs, practices, and rules at camp.

The day you leave for camp

Inspect youths personal packs, bags, and gear.

Verify and bring copies of den roster or troop roster, receipts, and all paperwork to camp.

Collect any medical forms that have not been turned in, and check them for current proper signatures. Note: Any Scout with a medical form without a current parent and doctor signature will be asked to leave camp. The 3-day resident camps do not require a doctor’s signature.

Label all medications, including aspirin, cough syrup, and such, with name and pack/troop number before coming to camp. Leave medicines in their original container.

Determine reasons for unexpected absences of your youth and prepare a Request for Refund form to be given to the camp director or business manager at check-in. ALL REFUND REQUESTS MUST BE MADE UPON ARRIVAL AT CAMP.

Reconfirm transportation for closing day.

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What to Bring - Suggested Personal Gear CLEARLY MARK ALL ITEMS WITH YOUR NAME

ITEMS TO LEAVE AT HOME

Pets Radios Tape decks Portable stereos Walkman/IPods Electronic games Sheath knives Fireworks Firearms Ammunition Slingshots Bows and arrows Hatchets

Tobacco Alcohol Illegal drugs

Note: This equipment list is meant to serve as a guide. Use your discretion in choosing what to bring and what to leave. Things do get broken or lost. Please plan accordingly and leave valuable items at home. Dress Code for Adults: No “short shorts” or inappropriate, revealing attire. Swimsuits should be restricted to the shirt and shorts look. Please, no two-piece or Speedo bathing suits, tube tops, or other revealing attire.

Bedding Sleeping bag Pad (sleeping pads not provided) Pillow Folding cot (not provided) Tens for adults (CW ONLY)

Clothing Pajamas Uniform and camp T-shirt Sweater or jacket Poncho or rain gear Hat or visor Jeans or shorts

(Jeans are required for C.O.P.E., rock climbing, and horseback riding)

T-shirts Extra shoes Tennis shoes Lots of extra socks and underwear Sandals/flip flops (to be worn only in shower)

Toiletries Toothbrush and toothpaste Towel/washcloth Comb Soap for body Deodorant Sunscreen Large towel Bug repellent

Camp Necessities Flashlight/batteries Personal first aid kit Canteen/water bottle Swimsuit (not cut-offs) for Cub World “Slip-n-Slide” Pack or duffel bag Pencils and note pad Pre-addressed envelopes and stamps Close-toed shoes if horseback riding

Very Important Signed medical form Spending money (about $ ) Optional Sunglasses Camera/film Boy Scout Camps ONLY OA Sash Money for activities with a fee Supplies for Merit Badges Fishing gear Compass Swim suit (no two-piece) and towel need to be on top of pack for use upon arrival at camp Personal eating gear for Baldwin, Pioneer Additional equipment may be needed for Baldwin units participating in the rafting or

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WHERE TO SEND MAIL

Listed are mailing addresses for Cascade Pacific Council resident camps. The mail service is slow, so mail letters and pack- ages to camp before your child leaves. Address letters as follows: Name Pack/Troop # Week/Dates in camp

Then the address for the camp as listed: Camp Baldwin, BSA 76201 Dufur Valley Rd Dufur, OR 97021 Camp Cooper 6000 SW Bald Creek Rd Willamina OR 97396 Camp Meriwether, BSA 17500 Cape Lookout Rd Cloverdale, OR 97112 Camp Pioneer, BSA 62681 Twin Meadows Rd Idanha, OR 97350

Adventure Cove at Camp Clark, BSA 17500 Cape Lookout Rd Cloverdale, OR 97112 Cub World at Scouters’ Mountain, BSA

11300 SE 147th Ave Happy Valley, OR 97086 Gilbert Ranch at Butte Creek, BSA

13462 S. Butte Creek Rd Scotts Mills, OR 97375

EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER

Portland Boy Scout Service Center: (503) 226-3423 M – F 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

For after-hours LIFE & DEATH emergencies, dial the above number and follow the prompts for emergency after-hours answering service.

SAMPLE LETTER TO PARENTS

Dear Parents,

Your child will be attending during the week of _____ . (Camp Attending) (dates)

The adult from our group in charge at camp will be __________ Their phone number is _____________________.

Transportation arrangements are as follows: ___

It takes about (drive time) ___ _to get to camp. Don’t be late, we’re eager to get on the road and start our adventure together!

We will meet at (time) am/pm at (location) ___________________________________________________________________.

To write your youth during the week, address your letter to:

(find address above)

• Check the attached “Things to Bring to Camp” sheet so your child is prepared for the weather and activities.

• Please clearly mark all items with your child’s name in case they are misplaced.

• If medication is being sent, please give the adult in charge clear instructions for dispensing.

• Medical forms are valid for 12 months; everyone must complete a new medical form each year.

• Anyone staying more than 72 hours needs a doctor’s signature (signature not required for Cub World or Gilbert Ranch 3-day camps)

• Download form at www.cpcbsa.org/medical. This is a fillable-PDF; save to your computer for easy updating later.

Is there anything else we should know about your child before spending the week with him? Please let me know. I am looking forward to

the great outdoor adventures we will share at camp this summer!

Parents and Family are Welcome to visit! Guidelines: 1. Only camp vehicles are permitted beyond the camp parking lot. Remember NO PETS! 2. All guests must register with the camp office upon arrival and pay for meals they consume. 3. Since youth are pre-assigned to tables with their unit, there may not be room for guests to sit with their child. Visitors usually

eat at the tables reserved for staff families.

4. There are no provisions or facilities to allow guests to stay overnight in camp. Please use nearby public campgrounds.

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HOW TO GET THERE

Adventure Cove at Camp Clark:

From Portland, take Hwy 26 west to Hwy 6 near Banks. Take Hwy 6 west to Tillamook. From Tillamook, take Hwy 101 south (11 miles) to the Cape Lookout sign, turn west. (If you get to Hebo, you've gone too far.) From the Cape Lookout sign, follow Sandlake Rd (4 miles) to the Meriwether/ Clark Scout Reservation sign and the entrance to camp. From Salem take Hwy 22 to Hwy 18, turn west on Hwy 18 to Hwy 101, turn north on Hwy 101 to the Cape Lookout sign and follow the directions above.

GPS COORDINATES: 45.18.046 n

121.40.621 w 4233 ft

Camp Baldwin:

From Portland or Salem take I-205 to I-84; take I-84 east to Hood River. Take 35 south to Hwy 44 (29 miles). Take Hwy 44 east to Camp Baldwin (11 miles). Alternate route: Take Hwy 26 east, through Sandy, to Hwy 35, north to Hwy 44, east to Camp Baldwin (11 miles).

GPS COORDINATES: 45. 24.257 n

121. 25.484 w 3600 ft

Camp Cooper: From Portland take 99W to Newberg. Continue to McMinnville; take Hwy 18 to Willamina. Continue to Willamina Creek Rd. From here it is 17 miles to Camp Cooper.

From Salem take Hwy 22 north to Valley Junction, follow signs to Willamina and follow directions above.

GPS COORDINATES: 45.15.035 n

123.30.357 w

Cub World at Scouters’ Mountain:

From Portland or Salem take I-205 to Sunnyside Road, turn east on Sunnyside to 122nd Ave, turn north on 122nd to King Road, Turn east on King to 145th, and turn south on 145th.

The camp entrance is on the left.

GPS COORDINATES: 45. 26.874 n

122. 30.323 w

Gilbert Ranch at Butte Creek:

From Portland, take I-205 south to Hwy 213, Take Hwy 213 south to Marquam, turn south (left) on South Nowlens Bridge Road, turn east (left) on Maple Grove Road, turn south (immediate right) on South Butte Creek Road for approximately 5 miles. From Portland, take I-5 south to Woodburn, turn east on Hwy 214 and then east on Hwy 211, turn south (right) on Kropf Road to Marquam, continue south (right) on South Nowlens Bridge Road, turn east (left) on Maple Grove Road, turn south (immediate right) on South Butte Creek Road for approximately 5 miles. From Salem take Hwy 213 (Silverton Road) north to Marquam and follow directions above.

GPS COORDINATES:

45. 00,199 n 122. 35.493 w

Camp Meriwether:

From Portland, take Hwy 26 west to Hwy 6 near Banks. Take Hwy 6 west to Tillamook. From Tillamook, take Hwy 101 south (11 miles) to the Cape Lookout sign, turn west. (If you get to Hebo, you've gone too far.) From the Cape Lookout sign, follow Sandlake Rd (4 miles) to the Camp Meriwether sign and the entrance to camp. From Salem take Hwy 22 to Hwy 18, turn west on Hwy 18 to Hwy 101, turn north on Hwy 101 to the Cape Lookout sign and follow the directions above.

GPS COORDINATES: 45.19.036 n

123. 57.712 w

Camp Pioneer:

From Portland or Salem, take 1-5 to the Hwy 22 interchange. Take Hwy 22 east to milepost 70, once at this point, turn off on Twin Meadows Rd, and proceed 5 miles to camp. Milepost 70 is located 3 miles past Marion Forks and 10 miles before the Santiam Junction. The last mile before camp is rough gravel, and the last 5 miles is a one-lane road with turnouts, vehicles going downhill have the right of way. The climb into camp is 1,200 feet, so beware of overheating engines.

GPS COORDINATES FOR HIGHWAY 22 TURNOFF: 44. 34.25 n 121. 59.21

GPS COORDINATES FOR CAMP PIONEER:

44. 33.357 n 121. 55.924 w

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For camp maps, visit www.cpcbsa.org/map

Camp Meriwether Cascade Pacific Council - Boy Scouts of America

Summer Camp 2013

Unit Leaders Guide

Camp Director

Dear Scouters, I want to greet you to Camp Meriwether. I’m excited for the adventures we are going to have this summer during your week at camp. I have been working at Camp Meriwether since 1997, and grown up at this camp. I have a great passion for the program we have, and the experiences of all that spend a week with us. I have put together a staff that is Scout first oriented and give themselves to making sure each Scout gets the best week at camp he will ever have. When camp opened in 1926 it was only known as the Boy Scout Camp at Sand Lake. Not until 1927 did it get the name Camp Meriwether. Chief Obie named it Meriwether after his admiration for the Lewis & Clark Expedition. From the passion for the great journey of Lewis & Clark we have themed most of our program to honor and bring the life of 1805 to camp. Meriwether Lewis and William Clark will be the first people to welcome you to camp. We have a replica of Fort Clatsop that is the center piece of our Black Powder program. You will see staff wearing period regalia throughout the week. We have many camp awards and activities that challenge and honor the expedition. I know that there are a lot of things that you have to plan and organize prior to camp. I know all the hard work that you put in to make this week happen for your Scouts. At camp we have many activities and awards for you to do. Many just want to relax back at camp while the Scouts are out doing merit badges. However you plan to spend your week I encourage you to let your hair down and have some fun too. The road to your week of camp has begun; I’m excited and humbled that you choose to spend your week with us at Camp Meriwether. If you have any questions or concerns don’t be afraid to email me or contact the council.

John Ernst

Camp Director, Camp Meriwether, 2013

Program Directors’

WELCOME to CAMP

Leaders,

Let me be the first to welcome you and your Scouts to Camp Meriwether! The program staff and I are

excited to spend the week with you here at camp, and we are commi&ed to making your experience this

summer memorable. The 2013 Camp Meriwether program is the result of years of development and re-

finement, and we truly believe that ours is one of the finest in the Na0on.

As a camp, we believe that the most important part of a Scout’s week should be having fun, and that

principle guides our camp-wide program during your stay. This Program Guide is designed to offer you an

overview of all the program opportuni0es available to you and your Scouts, and assist in your prepara-

0ons prior to your arrival at camp. In this Program Guide, you will find copies of our Merit Badge Sched-

ule and our Weekly Schedule, as well as descrip0ons of all the ac0vi0es found throughout the week in

each of our program areas.

As you study this guide, you will find that our program staff and I have chosen to follow a schedule of

morning merit badge instruc0on, and a4ernoon open-program. While some merit badges are offered

a4er lunch most classes will be held between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm. Our intent is to leave the a4ernoon

open for Scouts to have fun all over camp!

Camp Meriwether’s program features strong 0es to the Lewis and Clark Expedi0on. Throughout the week

you will see elements of the Corps of Discovery theme as you experience everything camp has to offer.

I know that you and your Scouts will enjoy your week here at camp. The en0re program staff and I will

look forward to your arrival!

Yours in Scou0ng,

John Ogle

Program Director, 2013

Business Manager

Dear Scouters, I have the great honor of being asked to be the Camp Business Manager at Camp Meriwether for Summer Camp 2013. Preparations for Summer Camp 2013 began just weeks after closing of the 2012 season. We are happy and excited to be able to provide a memorable, enjoyable, and safe camping experience for Scouts and Scouters this summer. As administrative staffers, we just don’t get out of the office much, but that wasn’t always the case. Each of us have been involved in Scouting for many years with a wide variety of Scouting experiences. We pool our experience to support, the Campers, Camp Staff, and Program offered at Camp Meriwether. We do this because we have seen the many positive outcomes displayed in the lives of Scouts. We believe that Summer Camp is an essential part of a Scouts personal development and his overall Scouting experience. I am happy to be working with the 2013 management team, food service, and program staff here at Camp Meriwether. We all are looking forward to serving you by doing our best each day. Please stop in the office if you have questions while at camp, or if we can help resolve any difficulties that may arise during your stay. Thank you for choosing Camp Meriwether for your Summer Camp adventure. Yours in Scouting, Rich Knapp Camp Meriwether Business Manager, 2013

Your first day in camp will set the stage to your whole adventure. Close to 400 Scouts and 100 adult leaders will need to arrive, get parked, check in and get one vehicle per troop with gear to the campsites. This must happen in an organized fashion. For this, we ask that troops not arrive prior to 12:00 noon on Sunday. We are about 30 minutes from Tillamook and 45 minutes from Lincoln City, so plan a rest stop prior to arrival if you are running early. Troops that arrive early are to wait in the parking lot until Camp Staff arrives to provide further instructions. NOTE: Lunch will not be provided on Sunday. Scouts will want to bring a sack lunch. Gear Vehicles - Too many vehicles pose a danger to our youth and adult guests that will be walking through Camp. This may cause gridlock on our service road and increases the potential for a motor vehicle involved incident. Therefore, one vehicle per unit will be allowed down the service road. Scouts will hike into camp led by a staff ranger. If you have more than one vehicle with gear still, only one will be permitted in at a time. The others will need to wait in the parking lot until the one before has returned. Upon arrival, drivers of gear vehicles identify themselves to the first staff member they see for instructions. All gear vehicles must be moved back to the parking lot by 4:00pm. Trailers - Trailers are an effective means to transport your troops gear. They can pose a problem when it comes to parking. There is limited parking for trailers in the main parking lot. Once unloaded, trailers will be asked to park in our overflow parking area. Trailers are NOT to be parked in campsites. If security is a concern, please bring a locking device to secure your trailer from unauthorized movement or entry. Parking - When you reach the parking lot we will guide vehicles to parking spots. Please plan on parking by backing in next to the closest vehicle. Please park as close together as you reasonably can to ensure that we can maximize our parking capacity. If having your troop park close together is important, make sure you all arrive at the same time. It is unlikely your gear vehicle will be parked next to the other vehicles in your troop. Vehicles that are there just dropping off will be asked to park in a separate area. They will be asked to quickly unload people and gear and depart as to avoid congestion. No Parking is allowed at the Dining Hall. This area is designated for camp vehicles, delivery vehicles, handicap parking, emergency vehicles, and short-term visitors. Check-in Paperwork - Upon arrival one leader from every troop will be asked to go to the registration table in the main parking lot. Here they will verify the final count of youth and adults, turn in rosters, and pay any extra fees. Please ensure this person has the units authority to handle all the required administrative and financial aspects related to comp check-in. Presenting a properly filled out roster for all staying at camp is

imperative. Rosters must contain full names and current emergency phone numbers for each individual staying on property. This Includes visitors and guests, visiting camp. A copy of the proper resident camp roster form is provided in this guide and online at www.cpcbsa.org. Copies of payments, and correct youth and adult counts will assist in expediting the check-in process. NOTE: 1. There must be a minimum of two adults with each unit

for every night spent camping. One of the two leader must be currently registered with the BSA and have current Youth Protection training. Youth Protection training is encouraged for all adults involved with the Boy Scouts of America.

2. Two weeks prior to arrival at camp is the deadline to

change the number of youth attending and still receive a partial refund. Troops that neglect this deadline will be responsible for paying the entire fees upon arrival. Even youths that are absent for reasons that will result in a refund, the entire amount will still be due. Camps cannot issue refunds. Camps will assist you in requesting a refund from the Cascade Pacific Council.

meriwether@cpcbsa.org

“On the acquisition of Louisiana, in the year 1803, the attention of the government of the United States, was early

directed towards exploring and improving the new territory.” Meriwether Lewis, Captain, United States Army

Sunday Schedule 12:00 -1:00pm Arrive at Camp Meriwether.

1:00 - 4:30pm Camp Tour & Troop Gear to Campsites.

3:00pm Leaders Meeting in the South end of the

Dining Hall.

4:00pm All vehicles out of camp and in parking lots.

5:30pm* Waiters’ Report to the Dining Hall.

5:50pm Evening Flag. Units gather at Flagpoles on

the west side of Discovery Lodge (Dining Hall).

6:00pm. Dinner begins.

6:50pm Lottery for Climbing, Metal Working, and

Space Block is drawn.

7:00pm Trading Post opens.

7:30pm Chapel

8:15pm Opening Campfire Program.

10:00pm Quite Time and Lights Out.

*Waiters report at 5:15pm for Sunday dinner meal.

CAMPSITE RANGERS & COMMISSIONERS - Each Troop will be assigned a youth and adult member of our Staff. The youth, known as a Ranger, is assigned to your campsite, and will be responsible for leading your Scouts on a tour of camp on Sunday afternoon, and visiting with you and your Scouts throughout the week. The adult Staff member, or Commissioner, has several campsites. Their role is to work with the adult leadership of your troop to help facilitate the patrol method within your unit. Commissioners can find service projects and patrol-building opportunities for your Scouts, and also help to facilitate campsite maintenance and repairs. SENIOR PATROL LEADERS at CAMP - While at camp, your Senior Patrol Leader will play an important role in your troop’s daily activities. If your troop does not have an SPL coming to camp, one should be appointed for the week. The SPL will help our staff lead your troop through the check-in process on Sunday, and throughout the week as your troop attends camp-wide events like morning and evening flag, Campfires, and other evening activities, to name a few. Senior Patrol Leaders will also be expected to attend daily SPL meetings, led by the Commissioner Staff, at 4:00 each afternoon by the Flag Poles. These meetings are both informative and educational, and will help to train your Senior Patrol Leaders in effective leadership skills, useful both at camp, and the other 51 weeks of the year. Each day, our Staff will talk with the SPL’s about the next 24 hours of program, set troops up with service opportunities, and teach a brief lesson on an important leadership skill. Camp Tour - In the parking lot you will be met by the staff. Each troop will have an assigned program ranger who will greet you and start getting to know the Scouts. Once checked in, the ranger will hike the Scouts down the Lewis and Clark Trail into camp. The Senior Patrol Leader or an adult leader will need to have all the troops medical forms with him while on the tour. Having your medical forms in a binder in alphabetical order greatly simplifies the process. Assign one of your units adult leaders to be with your unit during medical checks and swim tests. If you choose to transport the Scouts backpacks in the gear vehicle, each Scout should have a swimsuit and towel with them. We recommend Scouts carry their own gear with towel and swim suit quickly accessed. A brief tour will take the Scouts around each program area so they will know where they are and what happens there. The key things that must happen are medical checks, swim checks, and a dining hall orientation. Most troops should be able to accomplish these tasks and receive a full tour. Adults are welcome to complete the tour with the Scouts. However, one adult per troop, preferably the unit leader, must attend the Leader Meeting at 3:00 pm in the southwest corner of Discovery Lodge (Dining Hall). Medications in Camp - In Accordance with Oregon State Law, ALL medications for persons under 18 years of age are to be locked in the health lodge and accessed through the camp health staff at properly scheduled times. Exceptions: insulin, rescue inhalers, epipens, and nitro are some examples which should be carried on the person. Prescription medications for persons age 18 and over do not have to be

kept in the heath lodge but must be in a secure location, and may be locked by the owner in their campsite or by camp health staff in the health lodge. We are not required to secure over the counter vitamins, or dietary supplements. The seven day pill boxes will not be allowed as storage for any medication stored by the camp. NOTE: Medications must be in the original Rx containers. with the name on the container matching the youth receiving the medication. Upon arrival each Scout will meet with the camp health officer and together they will go over the dosage and frequency of medications. Regularly scheduled medication distributions (usually around meals) are held to meet the needs of the Scouts. In some rare cases, small dosages of medicines will be allowed to be dispensed by a leader in camp for late night or early morning needs. Illness at Camp - One of our greatest concerns is the spread of viral infection in camp. We ask that if your Scout exhibits signs of flu like symptoms such as, fever, vomiting, diarrhea, chills, or sweats, bring the Scout to the Med Lodge as quickly as possible. There our medic will assess and triage the severity of the illness. Once this occurs the Camp Director will be alerted and a decision to allow the Scout to stay or return home will be made. We ask that all injuries be reported to the comp medic for evaluation. NOTE: If a Scout has been sick within 48 hours prior to arrival at camp do not bring that individual to camp. Refund requests or late arrivals may be arranged with the Camp Director or Business Manager. Homesick Scouts - This is difficult for Scouts who maybe away from home for the first time, or have other influences that cause fear, anxiety, or panic while at camp. Several of our senior staff members have dealt with Scouts experiencing homesickness. The first suggestion we have is do not promise a phone call home. That makes it very difficult to ease the Scouts mind and redirect his thoughts back to camp activities. Second, we suggest utilizing camp resources. The Chaplain, Office Staff, Medic, or directors can often be helpful in calming the homesick Scout. Saturday Arrivals - Camp Meriwether attracts troops from all over the region and the country. To minimize the stress of long travel on Sundays, troops who need to travel 4 or more hours to camp may arrive on Saturday afternoon. There is a $25 per troop fee for Saturday arrivals. Saturday arrivals must plan to arrive between 5pm and 7pm. (arrivals earlier than 5pm will be asked leave camp and return at 5pm) Please note that the staff is given 24 hours off each week. One or two staff members will need to make themselves available to check in troops and address any needs that arise. If you wish to request a Saturday Arrival for your troop please contact the Portland Service Center at 503 226-3423 or 360 693-1741 or email camping@cpcbsa.org to make these arrangements.

FOR YOUR INFORMATION

Monday Arrivals - Troops arriving on Monday of a Sunday start week will be checked in quickly, to get the Scouts off to their Merit Badges. Monday arrival troops should arrive as close to 7:00 am as possible. Please drive directly to Discovery Lodge (Dining Hall) on the camp road that goes through the overflow parking lot. Staff members will meet you to expedite the check-in process. Troop registrations, campsite assignments, and medical checks will be performed at this time. Directions for getting gear into campsites, and location of Merit Badge classes will also be given. Please follow the 10mph speed limit as you enter camp. Please do not block access to roads or Disabled Parking area when parking. Follow the instructions of Camp Staff assigned to direct parking and traffic flow. Though we offer breakfast, it is our experience that most of the Scouts have eaten prior to arrival. If you have Scouts that have not eaten, let a staff member know and we will bring out food while you are doing medical checks. The lottery for Metal Working, Climbing, and Space Block Merit Badges are held Sunday evening. Leaders will need to email their list of Scouts wanting to take these Merit Badges the week prior to arrival at: info@cpcbsa.org. Most BSA swim tests are not required for Monday morning aquatic merit badges. Swim checks will be offered all afternoon at the waterfront. Only those in the Lifesaving class must complete both the swim test and 400yd swim to start the merit badge Monday morning. Other than Metalworking, Climbing, and Space Block Merit Badges, there are no pre-signups. Scouts can attend any Merit Badge they meet the prerequisites for. At 10am all adult leaders are asked to attend the daily scheduled adult leaders meeting. This meeting is designed to review the daily programs, upcoming events, and Q&A. Mail and packages are also distributed at this time. Directly following this meeting, the Camp Director will meet with all Monday arrival leaders to go over the material covered in the Sunday leaders orientation. Monday Start Week - Monday start weeks are two weeks set aside by the Council for accommodating a large number of troops that require a Monday start. Check-in begins at 6:30 am in the main parking lot, and, as the merit badge classes start at 9:00 am, staff will expedite the registration and check-in process to go as smoothly and quickly as possible. Leaders refer to the “Check-in Paperwork” section of this guide. Safety is a concern; please follow all instructions given by the staff regarding driving and parking in camp. BSA swim tests will be held throughout the day, see Program schedule for times. Those enrolled in the Life Saving merit badge will be required to pass the BSA Swim Test, as well as the 400yd swim prior to continuing on with the class. Please refer to the Leader’s Guide and Program Schedule for the week’s events and classes. Adults Arriving Mid Week - Troops may have adult leaders that do not stay the entire week. Each day leaders arrive and depart. It is important for leaders to understand the process. We ask that these leaders arrive at the Discovery Lodge business office. If the troop has not paid for their stay ahead of time, the arriving leader will need to pay for their stay upon arrival. To ease the check-in process for your arriving

adults, please be sure that they are listed on the roster you submit during the Sunday arrival and check-in process. Once checked in, we will direct the leader to their campsite. Arriving leaders will not be able to drive their gear into campsites, as vehicles on the road are a safety hazard. We encourage Scouts to be enthusiastic to “Do a Good Turn” and assist any leaders that need help. Note: Troops who are switching leadership mid-week must ensure that there are two adult leaders per unit, and one of the adult leaders is currently registered with BSA and has current Youth Protection training. Driving in Camp - Since the service road is the main trail in camp, no vehicles except camp vehicles are allowed on the service road during camp. In some rare cases, special consideration is made for leaders with health and mobility issues to have limited access to the service road. (See Special Needs Form). The Camp Director has final decision on those requesting this consideration. Camp Chaplain - Our camp chaplain provides inspirational services for Scouts and troops, promotes the religious awards program of all faiths, and works closely with Scouts who desire or need special attention. Camp wide Interfaith Chapel Services are held Sunday evening and Friday evening. Special Needs Specifics - Camp Meriwether does its level best to assist with all the needs of Scouts, leaders, and parents. There are times when either lack of communication or severity of need provide challenges that are difficult to overcome with the limited resources at camp. Listed below are some categories of needs and some suggestions and helpful hints on how to prepare prior to your arrival. Mobility Needs - It is our aim to assist with chronic mobility needs. Camp Meriwether’s service road, which is the main trail through camp, is nearly a distance of one mile. It runs from our main parking lot to the waterfront. The Camp Director or Business Manager will work with you to resolve mobility challenges as they arise. The use of a battery operated carts is suggested. Please bring them along if you have or rented one for the week. These carts can access most all of our program areas and campsites, allowing greater independence for Scouts and adults. Driving motor vehicles in camp creates a serious safety issue. Please turn in a Special Needs Form to Council office prior to arriving at camp. NOTE: All Special Needs Forms must be turned in by May 30th to the Council Office. CPAP Needs - Those needing to use CPAP machines for sleeping at camp will need to be able to run them from a battery. You can run a CPAP machine using a 12 volt automotive-type battery and an inverter available at most electronics supply stores. Since most 12 volt batteries are heavy, it is best to come with a means of transporting it to the nearest power supply for recharging. You will also need to bring a charger to charge your battery. Local regulations prohibit the use of long extension cords into campsites for the use of CPAP or any other power needs.

NOTE: A special needs form will need to be turned in by May 30th to the Council Office to ensure campsite placement closer to power for recharging. Dietary Needs - We have found that each week several individuals, adult or youth, will have special dietary needs. We work at creating a menu to provide foods to meet the more common of special dietary needs. However, in some cases Scouts and Adults will need to bring their own food to camp to supplement the current menu. We ask that anyone attending camp with a special dietary need to also fill out a special needs form turned in by May30th. This will allow our Food Service Manager and staff to be better prepared to meet the individuals needs. Upon arrival to camp Scout leaders having Scouts or leaders with dietary issues in their units will have the opportunity to meet with both the Camp Medical Officer, and Food Service Manager. Those who are vegetarians should know that all meals will have a vegetarian alternative. If ones diet is so restricted that each meal will need to prepared separately, it is strongly suggested that you contact the Camp Food Service Manager prior to your arrival to discuss the logistics of bringing and storing many of your own substitutions. All foods prepared in the Meriwether kitchen will need to be cooked by the dining hall staff as per food service

regulations. NOTE: A special needs form will need to be turned in by May 30th to the Council Office to provide an opportunity for the Meriwether staff to review the needs and in some cases contact the families prior to camp. Dining Hall - Camp Meriwether’s dining hall is located in the west side of Discovery Lodge. The dining hall has a capacity for feeding 600 people per meal, or 1800 meals each day. This is accomplished by an average size staff of10-12 people, and a well equipped industrial kitchen. In addition, the dining hall serves as a spot for meetings throughout the week. Between meals the south end of the dining hall is a place where adult leaders can come to enjoy fellowship with other Scouters while enjoying a hot or cold beverage. Meals - Most meals are served in the Discovery Lodge’s dining hall. Food is served family style with Scouts acting as waiters. Waiters are to arrive 30 minutes prior to the meal (45 minutes for the first meal on Sunday) and follow directions from the Dining Hall Steward. Meal times are: Family Style Dining - Camp Meriwether offers family style dining. Upon entering the dining hall Scouts and Adults will remove their hats, walk to their assigned table, and remain standing. Food will be on the tables, and Scouts will refrain from handling items on the table, until after a blessing is offered by the Camp Chaplain. Everyone will then be seated, waiters may be called for any additional food items. Scouts will pass the food counter-clockwise around the table, making sure that everyone at

the table gets an equal portion. Serving containers are portioned to allow ten equal servings for one trip around the table. The dining hall steward will announce when waiters may come for seconds, thirds, etc. If we run out of a particular menu item, there should be enough other items to fill up hearty eaters. A Scout is thrifty, and therefore, we cannot view the meal time as an open buffet. If boys feel hungry after a couple of meals, please meet with our Food Service Manager and efforts will be made to satisfactorily resolve any hunger issue. Each table seats 10 people. Some tables will have space allocated to the staff. Some will be shared between troops. Do not adjust the number of table settings away from 10 people, this will result in improper food portioning, waste, and lack of seating for Scouts or staff. Waiters - At every meal each troop will need to send a waiter for each table they sit at. The waiters’ job is to set the table, and bring food to their assigned table. Only one waiter per table is allowed to enter the kitchen for food. At the end of each meal waiters are responsible for cleaning the table. The waiters will be under the direction of the dining hall steward. It is wise for larger troops, or troops with younger Scouts, to send an adult with the waiters to help assist the dining hall steward in maintaining discipline and control. Hand washing - The single largest vehicle for spreading disease is improper, or lack of, hand washing. Waiters will be required to wash their hands prior to setting tables. It is the responsibility of the Scoutmaster and Senior Patrol Leader to make sure the entire troop washes their hands. This must be done prior to entering the dining hall and after each meal. There is a large hand washing station on the south side of the dining hall. Scouts and leaders will also be reminded to practice proper hand washing throughout the camp. Everyone must wash their hands after using the rifle, shotgun, or black powder ranges, but especially after the use of bathrooms and outhouses. Trading Post - The Trading Post is located in the southwest corner of the Discovery Lodge. Some of the items available for sale include; merit badge kits, fees for activities and classes, clothing, books, knives, camping equipment, toiletries, and many other products. Snacks, refreshments and candy are the most popular selling items. We accept credit cards, debit cards, checks, cash, and gift cards. Meriwether gift cards are a great way to protect your Scouts from money loss. If cash is lost, it is usually not recovered. A gift card is registered upon purchase, and if lost, a replacement card can be made for fifty cents, with the remaining balance of the card still there for the Scout’s use. The card can also ease the burden of the Scout Master in having to keep track of each Scout’s daily spending. Gift cards may be ordered before camp, as well as available at camp.

Waiters Arrive Meal Served

Breakfast 7:30 AM 8:00 AM

Lunch 12:00 Noon 12:30 PM

Dinner 5:30 PM 6:00 PM

Meal Times

PROGRAM at CAMP MERIWETHER

Many years of planning and refinements have gone into the

development of the Camp Meriwether program. As a camp,

we believe that the most important part of a boy’s week

should be to have fun. That principle guides our camp wide

program every day.

Here at Camp Meriwether, we have chosen to work on merit

badges in an open style format. Our program focuses on

morning merit badge instruc"on and a#ernoon open-

program. While there are some merit badges offered a#er

lunch, the vast majority of classes will be held between 9:00

am and 12:00 pm. In the a#ernoon, Scouts may enjoy a wide

range of open-program opportuni"es in each area, or work

on comple"ng merit badge requirements or rank

advancement. Scouts are free to choose!

Camp Meriwether’s program features strong "es to the

Lewis and Clark Expedi"on. Throughout the week, you will

see elements of the Corps of Discovery theme as you

experience everything camp has to offer!

.ADVANCEMENT at CAMP OBIE RANGERS (Trail to First Class, TTFC)

The Obie Ranger Program is available to first year campers or

any Scout that has not yet achieved First Class rank. During

this week long program campers will be introduced to and

par"cipate in ac"vi"es around camp, complete the

requirements for Trail to First Class, and earn the First Aid

merit badge.

Obie Rangers promotes the patrol method, and each Scout in

the program will spend the week with a group of boys who

will become a patrol while at camp. Our Obie Rangers staff

will use the Aims and Methods of Scou"ng while teaching

skills and playing games with your Scouts, to help build the

next genera"on of leaders during your week at Meriwether.

The Obie Rangers meet in the Homestead Shelter, near the

Lookout Campsite.

Many Scouts a:ending Camp Meriwether will be working

toward their First Class Rank. Some of these Scouts will

choose not to par"cipate in Obie Rangers. Yet they s"ll want

to work toward advancement. This creates a great

opportunity for older and more senior ranking Scouts to gain

experience in teaching these skills, all the while honing their

own skills at the troop, patrol, or individual level. In addi"on

to the Obie Rangers program, there are several opportuni"es

for Scouts to work on rank advancement around camp. See

the following chart for "mes and loca"ons.

MERIT BADGES

The Merit Badge program at Camp Meriwether - Camp

Meriwether prides itself on offering quality merit badge

instruc"on. These merit badges can be a crucial building

block to a Scout’s success. Only Space Block, Climbing, and

Metalwork have class size limits. All other classes offered

have no limit. Merit Badges that are available at Camp

Meriwether are listed in this Leaders’ Guide. In addi"on, a

Merit Badge and Ac"vity Grid is provided. Feel free to

duplicate grids as needed for adults and Scouts.

Occasionally, merit badges and 0mes are subject to change.

Many merit badges require significant skill to complete at

camp. Scouts should plan to work on three or four merit

badges; more than that detracts from the full camp

experience.

For a complete list of Merit Badges offered at Camp

Meriwether, including "mes and per"nent details, see the

Merit Badge and Advancement Schedule, included in this

packet.

NOTE: Not all merit badges can be completed at camp. Our

counselors will only be able to sign off on requirements

completed at camp. In many cases par0als will be issued.

These are not failures, but rather a progress report, which

Scouts may use to complete the badge at home.

Reconciling Par%ally Completed Merit Badge requirements

For Scouts presen"ng a par"ally completed merit badge

cards at camp, the following procedure will be adhered to by

our program staff. A new blank merit badge card should be

Obie Ranger Ac%vi%es Found Around Camp (TTFC)

Ac%vity & Loca%on Time

Animal and Plant ID Hikes

(Nature Center) M-Th 2:10, 3:10, & 4:10 pm

Aqua"cs Requirement

Instruc"on (Waterfront) Tu-Th 2:00 - 3:00 pm

1 mile compass course

star"ng at Campcra# area Self guided, Instruc"ons at

Campcra# area

5 mile map and compass

hike (Dining Hall) Thursday a#er lunch

Dura"on: 2- 3hrs.

PROGRAM

9:00 am - 12:00 Mon - Fri Homestead Shelter

Obie Rangers Mee%ng Time

sent with the Scout to the class he wants to complete. This

will be a second merit badge card in addi"on to the par"al

he already has. By weeks end our staff counselor will sign

off each requirement completed at camp on the second

card. Only the requirements that were completed at camp

will be signed off on the second card. No requirements will

be signed off on the first, par%ally completed merit badge

card. The second, par"al card with the requirements

finished at camp will be returned to the Scouts unit during

checkout. The Scouts unit will then have the two par"ally

completed merit badge cards. The unit will than have the

informa"on to determine if all of the merit badge

requirements have been met, and if award of the merit

badge is forthcoming.

AQUATICS All Aquatics activities are offered at Lake Chamberlain Waterfront. Scouts participating in the Aquatics Merit Badges must pass the BSA swim test as a qualified swimmer.

CERTIFICATIONS OFFERED BSA Mile Swim - This is a fitness program available for all interested Scouts and Scoutmasters. Classes are Monday-Thursday at 2:00pm Each class involves discussions regarding personal fitness and creating a healthy lifestyle. A workout on land and water will be required during each class. Friday morning Scouters will attempt to swim a mile around the lake. An adult rower and a spotter (swimmer-level) are required for the actual swim. The ability of the rower will be tested before the mile swim by the instructor. More instructions will be given at the first class on Monday. BSA Snorkeling Award - Lake Chamberlain has some sunken treasures that are just waiting to be discovered. In the snorkeling class you will learn how to properly use snorkeling equipment and then venture out to find these treasures. You will see sunken rowboats, cool wildlife, and the giant sailboat.

Aquatics Supervision: Swimming & Water Rescue A new training for youth 16+ and adults to teach the basic skills required to conduct a safe swimming activity with your troop. This is a skill based course covering material in Lifesaving Merit Badge. Swimming Safety is offered Monday and Tuesday from 9am to noon. Aquatics Supervision: Paddle craft Safety - A new training for youth 16+ and adults to teach the basic skills required to conduct a safe boating activity with your troop. This is a skill based course covering materials in rowing and canoeing merit badge. Paddle Safety is offered on Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to noon. Participants will need to sign in for this course on Monday at the Waterfront. All participants must first pass the BSA swim test and be strong swimmers. MORE ACTIVITIES AT THE WATERFRONT

Open Swim - Open swim "me is available each a#ernoon

Monday − Thursday.

Swimming Instruc%on - Basic Swimming Instruc"on is

available 2:00 – 3:00 pm, M-Th, for all skill levels beginners -

compe""ve swimmers. Scouts who wish to par"cipate

should arrive at the waterfront promptly at 2 pm.

Camp Meriwether Triathlon - Teams will compete in the

most compe""ve race in the Cascade Pacific Council. You

will need to form a team of six: two runners, two

swimmers, and two for the canoe. Your team must sign up

at the waterfront. During the race par"cipants will run a 1⁄4

mile to the waterfront, swim around the waterfront area,

and canoe across the lake and back. Triathlon will be held

Monday during evening program. The top four teams will

compete again on Friday a#ernoon.

Ocean Wading* – Three "mes during the week, Scouts will

have the opportunity for ocean wading. We are the only

council camp to offer this opportunity, and encourage all to

a:end at least one of the designated "mes. Ocean wading

is scheduled on Tuesday and Wednesday a#ernoon. Early

on Friday morning is the Polar Bear Swim (The only Polar

Bear Swim in the frigid waters of the Pacific Ocean). Each

person comple"ng the Polar Bear event will receive a Camp

Meriwether Polar Bear patch. Bring your towel and a buddy

and enjoy the Pacific Ocean. Warning: It will be cold!

* Ocean wading is only allowed within the Safe Swim Area

set up by our waterfront staff. May be cancelled due to

adverse weather or ocean condi0ons. At no other &me is

anyone allowed to be in contact with the ocean waters.

Merit Badges Additional Information

Canoeing Must be a swimmer.

Lifesaving

Must be able to demonstrate Req. 1. (400 meter swim), and First & Second Class aquatic requirements 8c. and 9c.

Rowing Must be a swimmer.

Swimming

Must meet First & Second Class aquatic requirements 8c. and 9c. Bring a pair of pants and a Long Sleeve

Shirt, They WILL be geHng wet.

ADULT ACTIVITIES AT THE WATERFRONT

Safe Swim Defense & Safety Afloat - Leaders can learn rules of

the Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat programs. This

cer"fica"on can be used for troop ou"ngs throughout the year

and is required for troop boa"ng or swimming. This is a great

program for any adult whose troop will do canoeing, boa"ng,

swimming, or even water skiing. A#er comple"ng this course,

you will know what it takes to do these ac"vi"es as a troop.

Class "me will be announced at camp.

If your troop wishes to par"cipate in crabbing as an

Outbound ac"vity at least one adult leader must have the

Safety Afloat cer"fica"on. Arrangements can be made with the

Outbound Director to complete both courses at camp before

your crabbing excursion.

CAMPCRAFT The Campcra# area is fun and has something for everyone;

from knots to knives and splints to stoves. Campcra# can be

enjoyed by all ages!

MORE ACTIVITIES AT CAMPCRAFT

Cooking Demonstra%ons - Outdoor cooking techniques and

skills will be demonstrated each week during a#ernoon

program. Scouts and Scoutmasters will be given the

opportunity to taste and prepare a variety of trail foods.

Instruc"on of proper Dutch oven use and care will also be

given. All are welcome to par"cipate and share.

1-Mile Compass Course - Scouts interested in orienteering or

working toward First Class rank may stop by Campcra# and

receive the instruc"ons for this self-guided course.

To%n’ Chip and Firem'n Chit - Monday through Thursday

a#ernoon, Scouts may stop by Campcra# to learn basic knife

and ax safety to earn their To"n’ Chip card, and learn to use,

tend, and start a fire to earn their Firem’n Chit.

Nathaniel Pryor Knot Tying Award – A new award offered at

Campcra#, the Nathaniel Pryor Knot Tying award is presented

to those Scouts who prove their skills with a rope during their

stay at camp. See the Campcra' Staff for a checklist to get

started!

ADULT ACTIVITIES AT CAMPCRAFT

Chili Cook Off! - Our Chili Cook-off tests the skill of Scout

leaders in the culinary arts. Leaders prepare their best

recipes beginning at 2:00p.m. on Wednesday in the Camp Cra#

area. Judging followed by open tas"ng will start at 4:00p.m.

Dutch oven, onions, ground beef, canned beans, stewed

tomatoes, and chili powder will be provided. Scoutmasters are

to bring their own materials to make their chili the best.

STAGECRAFT

Camp Meriwether’s newest addi"on, the Stagecra# area offers

several Merit Badges not commonly found at camp, including

Public Speaking, Communica"ons, Theater, and

Cinematography. These badges have not previously been

offered at Camp Meriwether, and we are very excited to add

them to our program. Housed in a newly renovated program

area, the Stagecra# program will draw Scouts of all ages who

are interested in theater and film alike, as well as those boys

interested in comple"ng an important Eagle required badge!

MORE ACTIVITIES AT STAGECRAFT

As the program is new the ac"vi"es offered in the area will be

evolving throughout the summer. Feel free to stop by during

the week and listen during announcements to hear what new

ac"vi"es are being offered!

Merit Badges Addi"onal Informa"on

Camping

A par0al comple0on will be

earned for this class.

Req. 9 cannot be completed

at camp.

First Aid

Bring Pencil and Paper.

Scouts will be building a

First Aide Kit. Supplies available at the Trading Post.

Geocaching & Orienteering

Combined class for both

badges. If you only need

one, please talk to the in-

structor. Bring an Orient-

eering compass & review

Req. 1-6 before camp.

Pioneering Review Req. 3 & prac"ce

knots before camp.

Cooking

A par0al comple0on will be

earned for this class. Req. 7

must be completed at home.

Scouts will plan & prepare

Wednesday meals to be

eaten in Campcra# area.

Merit Badges* Addi%onal Informa%on

Public Speaking Bring pencil and paper.

Communica"ons Must plan to spend one

extra hour in the a#er-

noon and one extra hour

in the evening in the area

to complete. Also, Scouts

must a:end the Thursday

adult leader mee"ng in

order to complete the

badge at camp.

Theater Bring pencil and paper.

Cinematography Bring pencil and paper.

*Game Design If released by Na"onal in

"me for Summer Camp.

HANDICRAFT

For Scouts who might be more ar"s"cally inclined, the

Handicra# area offers several fun Merit Badges throughout

the morning and a#ernoon. The Handicra# area is a great

place to hone your crea"ve skills, and make something in the

process!

Our newest addi"on to the area is the Wood Working Merit

Badge. Wood Working is very different from the Wood

Carving badge, and the projects are somewhat more

substan"al! For those boys who enjoyed the opportunity to

work on the Carpentry merit badge during the 2010

Centennial, Wood Working may be just the badge for you!

George Shannon Handicra< Award – A new award offered at

Handicra#, the George Shannon award is presented to those

Scouts who prove themselves at Handicra# during their stay

at camp. See the Handicra# Staff for a checklist to get

started!

FORT CLATSOP

Camp Meriwether is proud to feature a full-size replica of

Lewis & Clark’s Fort Clatsop at our black powder range. We

offer a wide variety of ac"vi"es in and around the fort.

Metalwork – The Metalwork merit badge is taught at Fort

Clatsop in the morning at 10:00 and 11:00 am. Due to limited

capacity, a lo:ery will be held on Sunday evening a#er

dinner, prior to chapel, to determine who will be able to

par"cipate in this merit badge class.

Archaeology and Indian Lore – A new addi"on this year,

Camp Meriwether is proud to offer the Archaeology Merit

Badge, taught in a block class alongside Indian Lore. Our staff

has developed a new curriculum for this class, focusing on

local history, while fulfilling the requirements of both badges

simultaneously.

MORE ACTIVITIES AT FORT CLATSOP

Fron%ersman - The Fron"ersman program is designed to not

just show you how Lewis and Clark and the people of their

genera"on lived but to let you learn the skills that were

essen"al to their survival. To qualify as a Fron"ersman

Scouts must complete requirements in blacksmithing,

marksmanship, tomahawk throwing, fron"er cooking and

more. Fron"ersman candidates will enjoy a Rendezvous

Feast at the fort on Thursday evening. Those choosing to

par"cipate in the Fron"ersman program must check in with

the Black Powder Director before lunch on Monday. The cost

for this ac"vity is $18.00.

Black Powder Shoo%ng - Open shoo"ng at the range is

Monday- Thursday, 2:00 - 5:00pm The cost is $1.00 per shot.

Tickets are available for purchase at the Trading Post. Eye

and ear protec"on and safety instruc"on are provided.

Note: The Rifle Merit Badge IS NOT offered at the Black

Powder Range!

Candlelight Historical Tour – On Wednesday night the Fort

will host a historical walkthrough featuring reenactments of

the Corp of Discovery. All are invited to a:end.

ADULT ACTIVITIES AT FORT CLATSOP

Stake Break − Scoutmasters, come down to the fort on

Monday night and team up against the Camp Staff to see

who can shoot a 2”x 4” in half first!

NATURE

In the nature center, Scouts will be able to take an in- depth

examina"on of Meriwether’s many environments and

ecosystems: from the untouched splendor of old growth

costal rainforest, to the "dal gardens of the mighty Pacific.

Merit Badges Addi"onal Informa"on

Basketry Purchase a project from the

Trading Post following Mon-

day’s classes.

Leatherwork Purchase a project from the

Trading Post following Mon-

day’s classes.

Sculpture Purchase a project from the

Trading Post following Mon-

day’s classes.

Wood Carving Purchase a project from the

Trading Post following Mon-

day’s classes.

Wood Working Purchase a project from the

Trading Post following Mon-

day’s classes.

Merit Badges Addi%onal Informa%on Archaeology & Indian Lore Project will need to be pur-

chased from Trading Post

following Monday’s classes.

Bring Pencil and Paper. Metalwork

Note: Must where long pants

such as jeans. Do not wear

pants made of synthe"cs at

the forge.

There is a fee associated

with this badge. Must be

13+ and enter the lo:ery on

Sunday Evening for a spot in

the class. A#ernoon forge

work will be required.

Wilderness Survival Bring Pencil and Paper.

* If released by Na"onal prior to Summer Camp.

**Fee for rocket kit, engines, and supplies.

MORE OPPORTUNITIES IN NATURE

Astronomy Overnighter – An overnight stargazing

experience on the beach open to anyone who would like to

learn more about the night sky. Telescopes and binoculars

provided. You may also bring your own. Monday night,

weather permiHng.

Nature Jeopardy - Wednesday at 3:00 pm, come test your

knowledge of our natural world. The nature staff have

provided a challenging compe""on based on the popular

game show. Loca"on and "me will be announced at camp.

Marine Garden Hikes − Staff-led marine garden hikes are

held when the "de is low. Hikes to "de pools along the beach

provide an opportunity for sea creatures to be studied and

photographed. Knowledgeable staff will answer ques"ons

and provide insight into the world of marine life. Hike "mes

will be announced at camp. This is a fascina"ng experience

for those new to the coast, or to marine life.

Beach Cleanup - Come par"cipate in this camp-wide service

project. Weekly the nature staff leads a 1.5 hour beach

cleanup. We will go down to the beach and help ensure that

our property remains pris"ne. As when Chief Obie walked

on to the property. Trash bags, gloves, and equipment will be

provided, all you need to bring is yourself. There will be a

prize given out for the most interes"ng piece of trash. You

might even find a piece of the Struan!

Thomas Jefferson Naturalist Award – A new award offered

at Nature, the Thomas Jefferson Naturalist award is

presented to those Scouts who prove their knowledge of all

things nature during their stay at camp. See the Nature Staff

for a checklist to get started!

CLIMBING

Climbing Merit Badge - The Climbing Merit Badge will be

offered to a limited number of Scouts each week. Two

classes will be offered, each with a maximum of 24 Scouts.

Due to the high demand for the merit badge, Scouts must be

13+ years old to qualify to take the Climbing Merit Badge.

There will be a sign-up process, which will take place Sunday

evening a#er dinner in front of the dining hall. The sign up

process is to ensure the proper instructor/student ra"os. In

the event that there are more than 48 Scouts wishing to take

the merit badge, there will be a lo:ery and 48 Scouts will be

randomly selected.

If you will not be at camp Sunday night and want to be

considered for this class, you must contact us before hand.

Send lo.ery names to: info@cpcbsa.org

MORE OPPORTUNITIES AT CLIMBING

The Climbing Tower - Is open to all Scouts who wish to climb

during open program each a#ernoon. Some "me is

reserved for Scouts enrolled in the climbing merit badge

class to prac"ce. For daily schedule, see informa&on posted

at the climbing tower.

ADULT ACTIVITIES AT CLIMBING

Climb On Safely Cer%fica%on - Adult Leaders meet at the

climbing tower on Tuesday night and learn the tools you

need to conduct a safe troop climbing program.

SHOOTING SPORTS

Qualifying for Shoo"ng Sports Merit Badges is very difficult.

Scouts under the age of 13 are strongly encouraged to

par"cipate in the shoo"ng sports programs during open

program rather than signing up for the merit badge. This will

allow Scouts to improve their skills and build self-confidence

without the pressure of mee"ng the qualifica"on

requirements.

Merit Badges Addi"onal Informa"on

Environmental Science Bring pencil, paper and bo:le

for collec"on.

Fish & Wild Life Manage-

ment

Mammal Studies

Combined class for both badg-

es. If you only need one,

please talk to the instructor.

Bring pencil and paper.

Forestry Bring pencil and paper.

Geology Bring pencil and paper

Nature Bring pencil and paper

Oceanography Bring pencil and paper

Plant Science Bring pencil and paper

Space Explora"on**

Building and making two flights

with your new rocket. Scouts

must plan to spend "me in the

a#ernoon comple"ng their

rockets. Bring pencil and paper.

Class size is limited; be sure to

sign-up for the lo:ery held on

Sunday night.

Sustainability* If released by National

Space Block Two merit badges combined

into the Space Block.

Astronomy Astronomy overnighter on the

beach, weather permiHng.

MORE ACTIVITIES OFFERED AT SHOOTING SPORTS

Open Shoo%ng – During a#ernoon program, Scouts will have

the opportunity to par"cipate in open shoots at the rifle,

shotgun, black powder, and archery ranges. This is a great

opportunity for young Scouts to improve their marksmanship

skills. A "cket is required to par"cipate in open shoots. Each

"cket is good for 5 shots at the rifle range or 2 shots at the

shotgun or black powder ranges. Tickets are sold in the Trading

Post at the following fees:

Shoo%ng Sport Merit Badges - The shoo"ng sports merit badge

program is more then just shoo"ng. Safety rules, educa"on, and

instruc"on for each discipline is very important. Our morning

session are focused on these skills. As the week progresses

morning shoo"ng "me may become available. The a#ernoon

program is mainly for merit badge and open shoo"ng. Due to

the limited size of our rifle range we offer this sugges"on.

When scheduling Scouts for Rifle Shoo"ng Merit Badge set a

limit to Scouts who are age 13 or older. The a#ernoon open

shoo"ng is a great place for younger Scouts to use a rifle, gain

experience, and have fun. When buying "ckets for open shoot

"mes avoid purchasing large quan""es. The "ckets are not

refundable. At "mes the number of people wai"ng to shoot is

high. If holding a large number of "ckets, "me simply may not

allow for their use. Buy fewer ini"ally, the Trading Post will

always have addi"onal "ckets for sale.

ADULT ACTIVITIES AT SHOOTING SPORTS

Scoutmaster Staff Rifle/Archery Shoot - Come test your skills

with a rifle and a bow on Wednesday evening against the finest

camp staff in America. There is no charge for this ac"vity.

HIGH ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES

Camp Meriwether’s loca"on allows the camp to offer several

High Adventure opportuni"es, led by our Outbound Staff and

the Commissioner Corps.

THE WEEKLONG PROGRAM

New this year, Camp Meriwether’s Outbound Program gives

older boys (14+) the opportunity to spend a large por"on of

their week outside of camp. Boys who choose to par"cipate in

this program will be busy all week as our staff leads them hiking

and camping in remote por"ons of the Meriwether-Clark

Reserva"on.

As part of the program, boys will have the opportunity to work

on the Cooking Merit Badge, (Req. 7 cannot be completed at

camp.) Search and Rescue Merit Badge - We are very excited to add to

our program for 2013. Parts of this class will be taught by

members of the Tillamook County Search and Rescue Team.

These men and women work regularly with the local Fire

Districts, Sheriffs Department, and the U.S. Coast Guard.

Performing rescues missions on the ocean and beaches, from

cliffs, lakes, rivers, mountains and wilderness areas.

The boys will have opportuni"es to go sand boarding, and their

week will be highlighted by an overnight hike to the end of

beau"ful Cape Lookout. Then spending the night at nearby Cape

Lookout State Park.

Merit Badges Addi%onal Informa%on

Archery Kits can be purchased from

the Trading Post following

Monday’s classes. Rifle Shoo"ng The rifle range is available

9 a.m.-12 noon for merit

badge instruc"on. This

merit badge will require at

least an addi"onal 1hr a

day of open shoo"ng to

qualify. Eye and ear protec-

"ons and safety instruc"on

are provided. Shotgun Shoo"ng Merit Badge instruc"on is

from 9 a.m.- 12 noon. This

merit badge will require at

least one addi"onal hour a

day of open shoo"ng to

qualify. The open shoot is

from 2 - 5 p.m. Eye and ear

protec"on, as well as safe-

ty instruc"on, are provid-

ed.

Range Price Quan%ty Shots

Rifle $1.00 1 Ticket 5 Rounds

Shotgun $1.50 1 Ticket 2 Rounds

Black Powder $1.50 1 Ticket 2 Rounds

ACTIVITIES AND APPROXIMATE COSTS

Hiking - In addi"on to the hiking opportuni"es offered as part

of our High Adventure and Obie Rangers programs, Camp Meriwether offers a twelve-mile hike to the end of beau"ful

Cape Lookout and back for those Scouts and leaders looking for

a challenge.

NOTE: This opportunity is open to all Scouts, but some

previous hiking experience is recommended.

Cape Lookout High Adventure Overnighter – Offered as part of

the Corps of Discovery Program, but open to any experienced

hikers. This overnighter is a two day backpacking trek over the

top of Cape Lookout. Par"cipants will complete requirements

for hiking, backpacking, and forestry merit badges. Bring ten

essen"als, backpacking backpacks, sleeping bag and pad, tent,

mess kit, rain gear, and good hiking boots. Food is provided.

Sandboarding - The camp is thrilled to offer an exci"ng new

program for Scouts of all ages Sandboarding! Avoid long lines

at the li#s, and take a guided hike to nearby Sand Lake, where

the massive dunes of the Oregon Coast provide opportuni"es

for novice and experienced riders alike! No fee required for this

ac"vity!

Crabbing - There is maximum of 4 people per boat and

everyone over 13 must have crabbing license. We will work to

have 4 boats for each ou"ng. One adult per boat required.

Picture ID required for license (15 mins drive from camp). You

will need to preregister for this before camp. Average cost is

$45.00 per person and subject to change.

Tidal Kayaking Training and Tours - Camp Meriwether is

excited to offer the opportunity to go on a guided Kayaking trip

of Tillamook Bay. You will go through a short kayak training

including rolling your kayak. Then take a 3-hour "dal river tour.

This trip is offered once per week, and reserva"ons must be

made prior to your arrival at camp, as spaces are limited. Fees

include boat rental, guides, and lunch. Troops will need to

arrange their own transporta"on to the boat launch (45 mins.

drive from camp). You will need to preregister for this before

camp. Sign ups for this event will be online soon at

www.cpcbsa.org/register. Price is $45 per person

CAMPWIDE ACTIVITIES

Hullaballoo Points! - As our Camp Song points out “Our Camp’s

a Hullabaloo.” A “hullabaloo” is a great commo"on and nothing

evokes more excitement than the Amazing Hullabaloo

Challenge. Troops will compete all week for Hullabaloo Points,

awarded by Area Directors throughout the week as troops

compete in camp wide events, show Scout spirit and perform

service to Camp Meriwether. Points will be tallied in the

Trading Post throughout the week, and on Friday, troops will be

able to use the Hullabaloo Points they accumulate to vote their

favorite (or least favorite) staff member, wearing their Class A

Uniform, into the lake on Friday a#ernoon!

The Amazing Hullaballoo Race! - On Friday, be prepared to

compete as a troop or patrol (depending on size) in the

Amazing Hullabaloo Race, that tests not only physical

endurance, but Scou"ng Spirit, outdoor knowledge, and

teamwork! At the end of the week the points will be totaled

and one troop will be crowned as Hullabaloo Champions.

Camp Awards – During your week at camp, boys will have the

opportunity to work towards earning several Camp Awards,

including the Honor Troop and Honor Patrol Awards.

Addi"onally, youth and adults alike can earn the Vi et Consilio

award, whose name comes from Meriwether Lewis’ family

mo:o, “Power Through Wisdom”. Adult leaders can work on

our Corps of Discovery Adult Leader Award, which is a mul"-

year program in-keeping with our camp’s theme.

NOTE: Worksheets for these and other camp-wide awards can

be found outside the Main Office at camp.

Order of the Arrow − On Wednesday we invite those Scouts

and Scouters that are members of the Order of the Arrow to

wear their OA Sash throughout the day. In the evening there

will be an opportunity for Ordeal members to complete their

Brotherhood conversion. In order to complete the conversion

you must be a dues-paid member of the Wauna- La-Mon’tay

Lodge, Cascade Pacific Council and have been an Ordeal

member for at least ten months while being ac"ve in your unit,

Chapter, or Lodge.

Sand Castle and Sand Sculpture Contest − The patrol sand

castle or sand sculpture contest takes place on Thursday at

7:00pm. Patrols will build their best crea"ons on the beach in

front of the flagpole. Crea"vity abounds at this event, so use

that imagina"on and get ready for some fun.

Campfires − Staff led campfire programs are presented on

Sunday (opening) and Friday (closing) evenings. On Wednesday

evening troops will have the opportunity to invite other troops

to their campsite for an inter-troop campfire.

Notes: