Guidelines for Camp Inspectors

The following information is intended for Scoutmasters and Camp Inspectors for Resident Camps. It could be used for other camping experiences with modification.

TENTS:

• Neat and orderly - Tent flaps should be rolled up and secured if possible, weather permitting. Some tents will be missing ties, points should not be taken off for this reason. Flaps should not be tossed or folded back over the tent roof.
• Bedding (sleeping bags, pillows, blankets) should be in neat arrangement on the cot.
• Clothing should be folded neatly on top of the bedding, hung inside the tent, or stored in packs or baggage under the cot.
• Clothes lines should be strung so that they do not present a tripping or strangling situation. They should be out of pathways used by campers.
• Litter should not be present in tents.

FIRE PROTECTION:

• Fire tools (including buckets) should be readily stored near the fire ring with easy access. This makes a good pioneering project.
• Four fire buckets around the campfire area. Fire buckets should be full of water. The water level should be no less than one inch from the top of the bucket. One inch is about the length of the first joint on your thumb.
• The campfire area should be neat and free of litter. This is outdoor camping natural material is all around us, points should not be taken off if a leaf or two is around. All combustible material should be 10 foot away from the fire itself. The fire should have a minimum amount of ashes associated with a clean camp fire from the night before (a big pile indicates more than one fire and should be counted off). It could be set for the next campfire. If it has unburnt or partially burnt wood in the fire ring, it should be cold if no one is in camp. A green stick across the fire material or ashes will signify this.

TROOP AND PATROL EQUIPMENT:

• All camping equipment should be stored away and clean.
• Duty rosters need to be filled out and posted.

AXE YARD:

• Axe yard - should be set up away from camp. It must be a full swing of an ax around all areas. It should be marked or easily recognized. Saws and axes should be stored properly.

CAMPSITE / HEALTH / SAFETY

• The first aid kit should be visible to the observer.
• Washing facilities should be clean and neat. They should contain hand soap.
• Toilet facilities should be clean and neat.
• Camp gadgets should be encouraged in the camp site. Use of lashing should be visible. Tool holders, towel racks, tables, chairs, etc lashed from rope or twine are examples of camp gadgets.

Bonus

• Patrol flags should be made at camp to show spirit. Evidence of making them should give partial credit. Full credit should not be given until the flag is complete.