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Adult Leadership Policy

In accordance with Boy Scouts of America policy, two (2) registered adult leaders are required to be in attendance with a troop at all times, regardless of the number of boys attending. At least one(1) of these leaders must be at least 21 years of age and the other must be at least 18 years of age. There are no exceptions to this rule.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Buckskin Council, Boy Scouts of America, does not discriminate against individuals or groups on the basis of race, color, National origin, gender, age, disability, or religious affiliation..

Youth Protection Policy

Buckskin Council, Boy Scouts of America , adheres to the policy of the Boy Scouts of America to protect children from sexual, physical and mental abuse. The Youth Protection Policy of the Boy Scouts of America will be fully in force at camp, including, but not limited to separate shower times for boys and adults and no sharing of a tent by a boy and an adult, unless they are father and son. Contact your district executive for training in the Youth Protection Policy.

Scout Uniform Policy

Scouts and Leaders are expected to wear a complete Class A uniform at evening flag ceremonies and the evening meal. It is recommended that Class B uniform be worn during Camp. It is always appropriate to travel to and from camp in a complete uniform.

Alcohol, Drugs, Tobacco and Fireworks Policy

No unlawful controlled substances or alcoholic beverages of any type will be permitted in camp. No fireworks or smoke bombs, whether legal or illegal, are allowed on the reservation. Any person found violating this policy will be asked to immediately leave Buckskin Council property and appropriate state and local police authorities may also be notified. Tobacco and products made from tobacco may not be used by anyone under the age of 18. Leaders are asked to not used tobacco or tobacco products in the presence of scouts. T-shirts or other clothing that advertise alcoholic beverages, beer or tobacco products are not to be worn at camp.

Troop Leaders

If you are interested in teaching a special merit badge not listed in the guide, please call the Scout Service Center and talk to the program director.

Visitor Policy

Parents and families of campers are invited to visit camp on Friday between the hours of 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. Visitors are invited to share a meal with the boys in the dining hall. The fee for a meal is $4.00, and the unit leader must make meal reservations with the camp director and pay for the meal at least 5 hours in advance of the meal. No person may spend the night at camp except those registered scouts, explorers or leaders who are properly registered for the week in camp. Visitors at camp at any other time must sign in and out at the camp office.

Vehicle Policy

All private vehicles will be parked in the camp parking lot space providing. No private vehicles are allowed in campsites after dark on Sunday. Only Emergency or handicapped vehicles will have a card placed in the window, please see Camp Director for this card.

Other Camping Area Policy

No one is to enter a campsite or staff camping area other than his own without permission or invitation.

Leaving Camp Policy

All scouts and leaders who leave camp must sign out at the camp office and sign back in upon their return to camp.

Health and Safety Policy

A qualified first aider is on duty at all times. Report all injuries or illnesses to the health lodge immediately. Shoes are to be worn by all scouts and leaders at all times except when in bed, swimming and showering. Wear shoes while traveling to these activities.

Liquid Fuels, Firearms, Ammunition, Archery Equipment, and Private Boat Policy

No Firearms or Ammunition may be brought to camp. Bows and Arrows brought to camp by scouts or leaders must be turned over to the Field Sports Director for storage during camp. Liquid Fuels are to be stored by the Quartermaster. Extra liquid fuel may not be stored in the campsite. Scouts or leaders may not use personal watercraft unless approved by the Camp Director or Program Director.

Pets

No pets of any kind are allowed at camp.

Assemblies at Flag Ceremonies

All troops are expected to attend morning and evening flag ceremonies on the grassy area between the flag pole and the Dining Hall. Troops will assemble on the dining hall apron for lunch and will be dismissed from flag ceremonies to gather at the apron for other meals. Class "A" will be worn for dinner.

Chapel Service

Tuesday from 7-7:30 p.m. at chapel. No other organized activities in camp at this time. Troops not attending, stay in campsite and remain quiet. No fishing.

  

  

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