Get ready for Cub Scout Day Camp 2024: Outdoor Adventure! Cub Scouts will explore a variety of Outdoor Adventures, learn new skills, and make new friends! Day Camp is open to Scout entering 1st grade - 5th grade next school year. Day camp is a week of fun with awesome programs and activities such as BB guns, archery, sports, STEM, games and crafts, rank advancements, Scout skills, fun, and more.
Many volunteers are needed to make camp a success, so please consider volunteering. Adult volunteers can also register their non-Scouting children ages 3-5 (potty trained). Scouts in troops, crews and ships can also volunteer. An adult/guardian must register with a Tiger (going into 1st grade).
Family Guide
Program
All ranks will participate in shooting BB guns, archery, slingshots and large group games, raingutter regatta, and fishing.
There will be special visits from the fire department and a reptile/snake specialist. On Friday, there will be the Jungle Trek games. Scouts will also work towards earning a selection of the following adventures (advancements).
Tot Lot (volunteer children ages 3-5)
- TBD
Tiger (going into 1st grade)
- Design by Tiger
- Stories & Shapes
- Floats and Boats
Wolves (going into 2nd grade)
- Air of the Wolf
- Code of the Wild
- Digging in the Past
Bear (going into 3rd grade)
- Marble Madness
- Super Science
- Balancing Bears
Webelos (going into 4th grade)
- Art Explosion
- Build It
- Modular Design
Arrow of Light (going into 5th grade)
- Engineering
- Estimations
- Into the Wild
Registration
The registration fee is $80 for Scouts, $10 for Jr. staff and $15 for adult volunteers. The registration fees include a t-shirt, patch, program supplies, and a water bottle. All youth entering 1st grade through age 18 must be registered with Scouting America. A registered parent/guardian must be onsite at all times when tot-lots (ages 3-5 future Scouts) and Tigers (Scouts going into 1st grade) are at camp.
The campership program seeks to increase the number of Scouts enjoying outdoor experiences at Sam Houston Area Council camps and programs by providing financial assistance. To be eligible, a family must complete an application form before registering.
- Late registration is an extra $10 and begins 6/1/24; patches, t-shirts and craft supplies are not guaranteed.
- Registration closes 2 weeks before camp.
Step 1 (youth and adults): Register all participants in the same family.
Step 1: Register
Step 2 (adults): Every volunteer also needs to complete a background check.
Step 2: Background check (ages 18+)
Have carpool contacts (must have at least one other than parent/guardian) before beginning the registration process. It is very important to complete the entire process (through payment). Incomplete registrations are deleted every evening at midnight.
Payment: At checkout, pay with a credit card or electronic check.
Volunteers: Many volunteers are needed to make camp a success, so please consider volunteering. Adult volunteers can also register their non-Scouting children ages 3-5 (potty trained). Scouts in troops, crews and ships can register as volunteers. A registered parent/guardian must be onsite at all times when tot-lots and Tigers are at camp. Each pack must have a minimum of one adult registered for every three youth (5th grade and under) registered.
Youth paperwork requirements:
- Complete online registration (Step 1)
- Submit a copy of the Health and Medical form (Parts A & B: All Scouting Events) to the pack representative
- Submit a copy of medical insurance card, front and back (if insured) to the pack representative
Paperwork requirements for adults attending camp (ages 18+):
- Complete online registration (Steps 1 and 2)
- Submit a copy of the Health and Medical form (Parts A & B: All Scouting Events) to the pack representative
- Submit a copy of medical insurance card, front and back (if insured)
- Submit proof of Youth Protection Training (YPT) online at my.scouting.org (expired every 2 years). This is a mandatory requirement by the state. Certification lasts two years and must not expire prior to the last day of camp.
- Attend Camp Volunteer Orientation. This is a mandatory requirement by the state and must be taken annually.
Junior Staff (Scouts BSA & Venturing youth 11-17 years old):
- Complete online registration (Step 1)
- Submit a copy of the Health and Medical form (Parts A & B: All Scouting Events) to the pack representative
- Submit a copy of medical insurance card, front and back (if insured) to the pack representative
- Complete a Junior Staff Application
- If applying for youth staff leadership positions (SPL, ASPL, QM), complete an interview with camp adult key staff (will be scheduled)
Junior Staff Application
What to Bring to Camp
Family Guide
- Camp t-shirt (get this from your pack representative)
- Annual Health and Medical Record (parts A and B for all Scouting events), if not already submitted
- A very hydrated Scout (have them drink lots of water all day and a full water bottle on the way to camp)
- Sack lunch and snacks (nonperishable in a resealable plastic bag with name and camp den number). See details below.
- Water bottle (provided by camp)
- Bandana, optional
- Mask
- Closed-toed shoes with socks
- Hat and/or sunglasses
- Rain poncho
- Sunscreen (applied by the parent before camp)
- Insect repellant (applied by the parent before camp)
- Camp chair
- Money for trading post treats (turned in during daily check-in), optional
- Medications that need to be taken at camp must be in the original containers and turned into the health and safety chair. Scouts can carry their Inhaler or Epipen; however, the health and safety chair and camp staff must be notified.
Mark all items marked with name
Do Not Bring
- No aerosols of any kind in camp
- No carbonated drinks or sports drinks
- No eggs
- No mayonnaise
- No tuna or chicken salad
- No excessive sweets
- No perfume
- No eating during sessions – if there is a medical issue, please alert the camp director.
- No trading cards or toys
- No pets
- No electronics – Nintendo DS, iPod, MP3, cell phones, radios, etc.
Meal Requirements
Everyone attending camp will be required to bring a meal. Please do not send carbonated drinks or sports drinks. Use resealable plastic gallon sized bags with the Scout's name written on it. Ice water will be available at meals and every activity area.
Please check with the parents in your den concerning any allergies (e.g., peanut).
Consider: frozen grapes, frozen bananas sliced, watermelon, strawberries, carrot or celery sticks with peanut butter, broccoli, beef jerky, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, peanut butter or cheese crackers, canned tuna or chicken, trail mix, dried fruit, pickles, crackers and hard cheeses (e.g., cheddar, colby and provolone), pudding cup, fruit cups, applesauce cup, chips, raisins, dried fruit, almond butter, yogurt raisins, granola bar, summer sausage, crackers, Goldfish, pumpkin seeds, protein bar, dry cereal, muffins. Perishable or refrigerated foods, such as mayonnaise, meats, eggs, or leftovers are not allowed at camp.
Trading Post
The trading post is stocked with fun items to remember the week. Bring some money to take advantage of this! The amount each youth actually spends will depend on their personal needs and whether their interests require special purchases.
Advancements
There are several opportunities for Scouts to earn advancement at camp. A list of advancements covered will be sent home the last day of camp. The list needs to be given to the Scout's den leader, Cubmaster, or advancement chair.
Lost and Found
Please label all items taken to camp. Lost and found will be located at registration. Leftover items are donated to charity after camp.
Drop-off and Pick-up
Carpooling is strongly recommended. Drop off will be at the desk in the front of the pavilion every morning. Pickup will be done via a car rider line, remember to display your Scout's car rider number(s).
Medication
All medications (with the exception of inhalers, emergency epinephrine kits, and diabetes kits) must be checked-in to the health and safety director in the first aid area by the parents of the child requiring the medications. Each medication must be in the original prescription container with only enough medication for the week, clearly labeled with the Scout’s name, dosage, and specific time(s) medication should be taken. A medication form will need to be filled out. Other than using an inhaler, Epi-pens or diabetes kits, no child should be taking any medication except while in the first aid area. Please inform the Scout's leader and the health and safety officer of any medications that need to be taken at camp. See the health and safety director at camp if there are any questions.
Photographs
Notice! Please be advised that promotional videotaping/photography may be in progress at any time at an event. Your entrance constitutes your agreement that the council and district has the right to reproduce your likeness in videography/photography for promotion (e.g., publications, internet, newspaper).
Volunteer Information
Day camp is run by volunteers. Each pack is required to provide a minimum of one adult register for every three youth registered per pack. If the pack does not meet this ratio, then the pack will not be able to attend camp. Please consider volunteering since we make it fun for adults too!
All youth and adult volunteers must attend the day camp orientation each year. If for some reason, you are not able to attend any of the published sessions, please contact the camp director to schedule a make-up session.
Volunteer Training
The state of Texas requires that all adults attending camp must:
1. Take Youth Protection Training (YPT) online at my.scouting.org. Certification lasts two years and must not expire prior to the last day of camp.
2. Attend Camp Volunteer Orientation:
Day Camp Training (required for all adult volunteers, Jr. staff and key staff): (choose one)
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 |
6:00 pm |
Barbara Bush Library - Earl Elliott Mtg Room (6817 Cypresswood Dr) |
Wednesday, May 22, 2024 |
6:00 pm |
Barbara Bush Library - Earl Elliott Mtg Room (6817 Cypresswood Dr) |
Saturday, June 8, 2024 |
10:30 am |
Barbara Bush Library - Earl Elliott Mtg Room (6817 Cypresswood Dr) |
3. A minimum of one person per 25 people onsite needs to be trained in First Aid/CPR/AED. If currently certified, please submit a copy of your certification. Find upcoming CPR training opportunities.
Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteering at camp is fun. Many opportunities are available:
- Tiger Tamer - Adult partner with a Tiger Cub Scout
- Jungle Guide (Program Lead for rank level activities – like den leader)
- Den Walker (Assist Trail Chief with program activity areas for rank-level activities, and provide adult supervision to a Den of Cub Scouts)
- Range Master – staff the Archery, BB gun, and slingshot range (must be certified)
- Quartermasters – responsible for facilities, services, supplies
- Camp Guards - Security
- Medicine Men/Women - Health and Safety (must be certified)
- Game Master - Large Group Games, Sports, and Jungle Trek Safari Games
- Wranglers - Tot-lots (future Scouts preschool program)
- Key staff (appointed by the camp director)
- Junior Staff (Scouts BSA and Venturing Scouts <18 years old) serve in multiple roles
Volunteer Options
- Full-Time Volunteer - will be at camp every day from opening to closing
- Job Share Volunteer - two adults split the camp and both adults will ensure coverage for every day from opening to closing. This counts as one volunteer in the required adult to Scout ratio.
- Part-Time Volunteer - an adult who volunteers for part of the camp. Part-time volunteers do not count in the required adult to Scout ratio.
- Key Staff – a volunteer who has been specifically asked by the camp director to serve as a key staff.
- Junior Staff - Scouts BSA and Venturing Scouts <18 years old, serve in multiple roles. Separate application is required.
Scouting Safely
Scouting America's Commitment to Safety is ongoing, and the safety of our youth, volunteers, staff, and employees cannot be compromised. Scouting America puts the utmost importance on safe and healthy environments for its youth membership. The Sam Houston Area Council takes great strides to ensure the safety of its youth as well as the adult volunteer leadership that interacts with them.
Guide to Safe Scouting policies must be followed. All participants must follow youth protection guidelines at all Scouting events. Highlights include:
- Two-deep leadership on all outings is required.
- One-on-one contact between adults and youth members is prohibited.
- The buddy system should be used at all times.
- Discipline must be constructive.
Health and safety must be integrated into everything we do, to the point that no injuries are acceptable beyond those that are readily treatable by Scout-rendered first aid. As an aid in the continuing effort to protect participants in Scout activities, the National Health and Safety Committee and the Council Services Division of the National Council has developed the SAFE Checklist of safety procedures for physical activity. These points, which embody good judgment and common sense, are applicable to all activities.
*About Medical Record: Scouting America requires all participants to bring an Annual Health and Medical Record to every Scouting event. The Scouting adventures, camping trips, and having fun are important to everyone in Scouting—and so is your safety and well-being. Completing the Annual Health and Medical Record is the first step in ensuring you have a great Scouting experience. Completing a health history promotes health awareness, collects necessary data, and provides medical professionals with critical information needed to treat a patient in the event of an illness or injury. It also provides emergency contact information. Please download the form and have it with you at all Scouting events for every member of your family.
^Closed-toed shoes are highly recommended for all Scouting events. Many of our outdoor venues have snakes and sticks that can injure toes. Many of our activities include active games, so shoes that Scouts can run in (e.g., tennis shoes) are recommended.
Youth Protection Guidelines Guide to Safe Scouting SAFE Checklist Enterprise Risk Management
Safety
Day camps are operated and licensed under the guidelines of the National Camp Standards. Camps are inspected annually by the NCAP team to ensure compliance with the National Camp Accreditation Program (430-056), Day Camp Administrative Guide (13-33815), Cub Scout Outdoor Program Guidelines (510-631), and the Guide to Safe Scouting.
The Texas Department of State Health Services Youth Camp Program is the principal authority on matters relating to health and safety conditions at youth camps in Texas. All youth camps must obtain a license prior to operating. Any youth camp may be inspected during operation to determine compliance with the Youth Camp Safety and Health Act.
Day Camp Contact
For questions, email Kevin Renfro or contact the district activities chair.
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Promote Camp
Most packs celebrate Scouting anniversary week in February with a birthday party called the blue and gold banquet. Free two-sided placemats are available to use at blue and gold banquets or pack meetings to help promote day camp and resident camp.
The council has lots of ideas for blue and gold banquets and pack meetings (e.g., magic, beach). Follow us on Pinterest for more ideas.
Placemats and Blue and Gold Banquet Ideas