Camp Minsi - 2010 Program Guide

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Camp Minsi 2010 Program Guide

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MINSI TRAILS COUNCIL

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA

www.campminsi.org


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTORS 3

PROGRAM AREAS

AD-PAD 4

ATHLETICS 5

ECOLOGY CONSERVATION (E-CON) 6-7

HANDICRAFT 8

HEALTH LODGE 8

INDIAN VILLAGE 9

SCOUTCRAFT 10-11

SHOOTING SPORTS 12

TRAIL TO ADVENTURE 13-15

WATERFRONT 16-17

MERIT BADGES

SCHEDULE 18

PRE-REQ/ DIFFICULTY OUTLINE 19-25

100th

ANNIVERSARY MERIT BADGES 26

ADULT LEADER PROGRAM 27

CAMP MINSI AWARDS

THE SILVER TURTLE 28

MINSI AQUA-KNOTS 29

EVENING PROGRAM 30-34

ORDER OF THE ARROW 35-36

CANOE TREK 37

COMMENTS AND SUGGESTIONS 38


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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTORS

This summer Camp Minsi is ready to take summer camp to a whole new level! The 100th

Anniversary of Scouting deserves an outstanding celebration and Camp Minsi is prepared toshow your unit a summer camp experience that you will never forget.

At Camp Minsi, we pride ourselves on our knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and energetic staff. All

of our program area directors are experienced camp staff members and are truly dedicated to the

summer camp program. Here at Camp Minsi the scouts come first. Our staff is ready to guide

you on the experience of a lifetime. Whether it be sailing a boat, shooting a shotgun, or even

hiking through muck over your head, the Camp Minsi Staff does it all!

This summer the Boy Scouts of America celebrates its 100th

Anniversary. We are currently

forming a program that highlights this momentous occasion including events such as : Olympic

Themed Troop Competition, the implementation of the Silver Turtle (our 5-year award

program), an expansion of our waterfront program, and so much more! This guide includes:

merit badge schedules, program schedules, evening activities, and awards. This guide allows us

to guarantee an accurate description of our full program months before the summer campseason begins.

This Program Guide has everything you need to know about the Camp Minsi 2010 summer

camp program. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us. Also, we encourage you tocheck out our websitewww.campminsi.orgfor more updates and forms. We are eagerly

awaiting this summer, for it is sure to be the best yet!

Yours in Scouting,

Lisa Empfield Michael Wiencek

Lisa Empfield Michael Wiencek

Camp Director Program Director

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PROGRAM AREAS

AD-PAD

The Ad-Pad is Camp Minsis Administration Building. During the day, there willalways be a Minsi Staff member available in the Ad-Pad to assist you with anyquestions or concerns. Any paperwork for the NEW Minsi awards can also be pickedup and handed in here. Daily Leaders Meetings and SPL Meetings are held at the Ad-Pad.

Merit Badges :Communications: 9:00-9:50 amBugling: OPEN arrange time with counselorMusic: OPEN arrange time with counselor

Additional Programs :Leaders MeetingsSPL Meetings

Adult Leader TrainingThe Silver TurtleScoutmaster Merit Badge


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ATHLETICS

Athletics is located in our Activities Field, just off of the parking lot. This

area focuses on keeping scouts physically strong by offering athletics-based merit

badges. The Athletics Director also leads daily games during siesta! Any sports

equipment can be signed out from the Athletics Director

Merit Badges:Public Speaking: 9:00-9:50 am

Cycling: 11:00-11:50 am

Athletics: 2:00-2:50 pmSports: 2:00-2:50 pm

Personal Fitness: 3:00-3:50 pm

Additional Programs:Daily Sports during Siesta: 1:00-1:50 pm

Staff vs. Scoutmasters Volleyball

18-Hole Frisbee Golf Course

Mountain Biking in the Backwoods of Minsi


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ECOLOGY CONSERVATION

Ecology Conservation, better known as E-Con, is our nature

lodge at Camp Minsi. E-Con focuses on the nature related merit badges.

We also offer a great variety of outdoor hiking adventures including the

famous Minsi Muck Hike! We always have various animals on display

in the E-Con Lodge and are always looking for more additions from our

campers.

Merit Badges:Astronomy: OPEN in afternoon

Bird Study: OPEN in afternoon

Environmental Science: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 amFish and Wildlife Management/Weather: 9:00-9:50 am

Fishing: 9:00-9:50 am

Forestry: 10:00-10:50 am

Geology: 11:00-11:50 am

Insect Study: OPEN in afternoon

Mammal Study: 10:00-10:50 am

Nature: 10:00-10:50 am

Reptile and Amphibian Study: 11:00-11:50 am

Soil and Water Conservation: 11:00-11:50 am

Tracking: 2:00-2:50 pm

Additional Programs:A central feature of Camp Minsi is the 315 acre Stillwater Lake. The lake provides excellent

opportunities for fishing throughout the week. An angling competition, by means of a fishing

derby, and other fishing events will be made available throughout the week.

Camp Minsi encompasses 1200 acres of relatively flat woodlands, and holds over 20 miles of

hiking trails. Information to aide you with your hiking, or exploring of the local wildlife,

geologic features and environment are available from the Econ staff at anytime. Additionally,

information and supplies for participation in additional conservation service projects areavailable for Troops and patrols as well.

Astronomy observations, special presentations, and other ecology opportunities will be

announced throughout the week.

The E-Con programs also allow for other advancements and awards - including the William T.

Hornaday Award, The World Conservation Award, and Leave No Trace, among others.


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Ecology Conservation Afternoon/Evening ProgramsMonday Afternoon

Backwoods HikeScouts will learn the natural history of the area, as well as explore

the natural flora and fauna of Camp Minsi backwoods. This

advanced nature hike will build upon each Scouts knowledge ofnature, hiking and the outdoors while building a foundation of Camp

Minsis unique geography, history and landscape.

Monday Night

Snipe Hunt

This is no wild goose chase! This is the first annual Camp Minsi Snipe

Hunt! Scouts will put their nature skills to the test as they follow the

clues in pursuit of the elusive Camp Minsi snipe. This event is sure to

excite and challenge Scouts (and leaders) of all ages. Be prepared!

Tuesday Afternoon

Geocaching

Scouts will participate in an adventuresome backwoods Geocaching

scavenger hunt! After learning how to properly use a GPS to navigate,

the Scouts will work in teams to complete an exciting ecology-based

scavenger and treasure hunt covering the entire backwoods of Camp

Minsi.

Wednesday

Afternoon

The Muck Hike

The Muck Hike is an experience you will never forget! One of

Minsi's most proud traditions, the Muck Hike takes Scouts through

the muddy swamps along the border of camp. This ecological

adventures gives Scouts the opportunity to explore a distinctive, and

often unexplored, environmental landscape. This activity alwaysproves to be fun and enjoyable for both Scouts and leaders alike.

Thursday

Afternoon

Conservation

Projects

Scouts will participate in a variety of conservation projectsincluding

trail maintenance, erosion control, habitat preservation, and other

environmental projects. The group will also review the principles of

Leave-no-Trace; and participants will have the opportunity to earn the

Paul Bunyan Woodsman award.

Friday Afternoon

Duck Puddle

Expedition

Participants will explore the magnificence of Duck Puddle and

Dotters Run two unique aquatic features in the backwoods of

Camp Minsi. Spending the afternoon in and on the water, the Scouts

will learn about various aquatic ecosystems and environments.


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HANDICRAFT

Handicraft is our most popular program area to younger campers. The main

attraction is the multitude of arts and crafts merit badges. Handicraft was recently

refurnished with new workbenches and stools, along with some new tools too!Handicraft is on the rise this year with a strong returning staff with lots of

experience.

Merit Badges:

Art: 10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pm

Basketry: 9:00-9:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

Carpentry: 11:00-11:50 am

Fingerprinting: 9:00-9:50 am TW

Leatherwork: 10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pmPhotography: 9:00-9:50 am MRF

Pottery: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pm

Sculpture: 10:0010:50 am

Space Exploration: 3:00-3:50 pm

Textiles: 2:00-2:50 pm

Woodcarving: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pm

Additional Programs:

Tie-Dye T-shirts: Monday Evening

HEALTH LODGE

The Health Lodge is not only our center for injury and illness treatment! We

now offer 3 merit badges at the Health Lodge too. The Health Office is staffed by

two EMTs who really know their first aid.

Merit Badges:

Emergency Prepararedness:10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pmFirst Aid: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pm

Safety: 2:00-2:50 pm

Additional Programs:CPR Demo: Waterfront Pavilion, Tuesday during Siesta


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INDIAN VILLAGE

This BRAND NEW program area has just been added to Camp Minsi! We

are currently working on furnishing this exciting new area with Indian artifscts

including actual structures! With our very own Indian expert this area is sure to be

an instant hit. Not only will Indian Lore merit badge be offered, but some special

Indian demonstrations will also be featured. The Indian Village is located next to

the lake just off of the road between the Chapel and Shooting Sports.

Merit Badges:

Indian Lore: 9:00-9:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

Additional Programs:Tomahawk Throwing: Monday Evening


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SCOUTCRAFT

In honor of the 100th

Anniversary of Scouting, Scoutcraft has a plethora of

new creative program opportunities. This year, Scoutcraft will offer the Older Boy

ChallengeTHE MINSI AQUA-KNOTSin collaboration with Waterfront.More information on this challenging program can be found in the Awards section

of this Program Guide. Scoutcraft will also be offering FOUR outpost adventures

throughout the week. In addition to their traditional merit badges, Scoutcraft will

also have special activities being run each afternoon to celebrate the 100th

Anniversary. Make sure to check out Scoutcraft this year as it is sure to knock

your green scout socks off!!

Merit Badges:

Backpacking: 11:00-11:50 amCamping: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 am

Cooking: 11:00-11:50 am (Class continues to 12:50 pm on most days)

AND Monday Outpost ***

Fire Safety: 9:00-9:50 am

Hiking: 9:00-9:50 am

Orienteering: 11:00-11:50 am OR Thursday Outpost**

Pathfinding: Open in afternoon on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Pioneering: 10:00-10:50 am OR Wednesday Outpost**

Signaling : 2:00-2:50 pm

Wilderness Survival: 10:00-10:50 am AND Thursday Outpost ***

**These Outposts begin at 2:00 pm. The scouts will spend the afternoon and

evening earning these merit badges and then spend the night in a thrilling outpost

site.

*** These Outposts are MANDATORY for the merit badge classes and will depart

after evening colors (Cooking Outpost) or after dinner (Wild. Surv. Outpost)

Additional Programs:Aqua-Knots Challenge

Cooking Demos: Every Day 1:00-1:50 pm

Action Packed Scouting Through the Years Afternoons (See next page)

Lost at Sea Outpost: Thursday, begins at 7:00 pm


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SCOUTCRAFT :

SCOUTING THROUGH THE YEARS

Feel free to stop by Scoutcraft, right next to the Parade Field, to celebrate the 100

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Anniversary of Scouting. Each afternoon various programs are being run that we

want YOU to be a part of! Below is a general schedule of what you can expect to

see at Scoutcraft this summer!

Monday:

1:001:50 pm Cooking Demo

2:00-2:50 pm Signaling Merit Badge

2:00-4:50 pm OpenPathfinding Merit Badge

3:00-4:50 pm Catapult Building

5:45 pmCooking Outpost Departs

Tuesday:1:001:50 pm Cooking Demo

2:002:50 pm Signaling Merit Badge

3:00-4:50 pm Team Building Leadership Challenge I

Wednesday:

1:001:50 pm Cooking Demo

2:00-4:50 pm OpenPathfinding Merit Badge2:00 pm Pioneering Outpost Departs

Thursday:1:001:50 pm Cooking Demo


2:00-4:50 pm OpenPathfinding Merit Badge

3:004:50 pm Tower Building Contest

2:00 pm Orienteering Outpost Departs

7:00 pm Wilderness Survival Outpost Departs

Friday:1:001:50 pm Parade Field Water Battle


3:004:50 pm Team Building Leadership Challenge II


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SHOOTING SPORTS

Shooting Sports is locked and loaded this year at Camp Minsi. With the addition

of our new Field Archery Course, the older boys will have a whole new shooting

challenge. Also, the addition of a second NRA Certified Instructor at the rangeswe are now able to offer Rifle and Shotgun at the same time which means more

shooting time for everyone!

Merit Badges:Archery: 9:00-10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 am

Rifle Shooting: 9:00-10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 pm

Shotgun Shooting: 9:00-10:45 am

Additional Programs:Open Archery Shoot: 11:00-11:50 am AND 4:00-4:50 pm

Field Archery: 2:00-3:30 pm

Open Rifle Shoot: 11:00-11:50 am AND 4:00-4:50 pm

Open Shotgun Shoot: 11:00-11:50 am AND 4:00-4:50 pm

History with a Bang: Wednesday 7:30 pm

Muzzle Loader Shoot : Thursday 7:30 pm

TTA Super Shooter: Monday 7:008:30 pm

Sharp Shooter Award: Ask Shooting Sports Director if interested


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TRAIL TO ADVENTURETrail to Adventure (TTA) is the first year camper program at Camp Minsi. TTA runs a

mirror program which means it is the same in both the morning and the afternoon class.

Throughout the course of the week, scouts will learn some of the skills necessary to earn the

ranks of Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class. A special TTA Patch is awarded to all scoutswho complete the program.

Time: Morning Class: 9:00 a.m.11:50 a.m.

Afternoon Class: 2:00 p.m.4:50 p.m.

Location: Derrer Pavilion (Trail to Adventure Pavilion)

Monday: Monday is Knots, Knives, and Flags Day at TTA. On Monday, scouts will learn

the Teaching EDGE. Using, the Teaching Edge, the scouts will learn and teach each other how to

tie five basic scout knots: Square knot, bowline knot, two half hitches, taut-line hitch, and the

clove hitch. The scouts will then learn about the history of the American flag as well as how to

fold the flag and raise it up and down the flag pole in a proper colors ceremony. After that, the

scouts will learn how to whip and fuse a rope. Mondays class will end with the scouts earning

their Totin Chip. Scoutmasters will be given blank Totin Chip cards and are encouraged to test

and review the materials with the scout before signing off on the card.

Requirements completed:

Tenderfoot: 4a, 4b, 4c, 6Second Class: 3c, 4

First Class: 8aAdditional requirements: Totin Chip

Tuesday: Tuesday is First Aid day at TTA. We start First Aid day by taking a short hike

around central camp. On our first aid hike, the scouts will learn how to use a triangle bandage to

make a splint, ankle brace, and head bandage. The scouts will also learn how to give someone

abdominal thrusts. (Heimlich Maneuver) When we return from our hike, the scouts will learn

what a hurry case is and how to react to the following hurry cases: stopped breathing, serious

bleeding, and ingested poison. The remainder of First Aid day will be spent with the staff sharing

a story about a hike that we took in which we conveniently fell victim to all of the injuries listed

in Tenderfoot 12b and Second Class 7c.


Tenderfoot: 12a, 12b

Second Class: 7a, 7c

First Class: 8b, 8c


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Wednesday: Wednesday is The Minsi Adventure Trail. Wednesday is a lighter day on

requirements so that scouts in the afternoon class can enjoy the Muck Hike and any requirements

they miss will be picked up later in the week. On Wednesday, the scouts will take a tour around

central camp, similar to Sunday night orientation, and learn what Camp Minsi has to offer. The

Scouts will learn about all the merit badges and special programs offered in each of the program

areas. Each program area will have a special activity for the scouts to take part in. While on the

Minsi Adventure Trail, the scouts will take part in a one hour service project to help maintain our

beautiful lakeside nature trail. Scouts will also learn about poisonous plants on Wednesday. Any

scouts who miss Wednesdays class to go on the Muck Hike will still earn the requirements they

missed later in the week.


Tenderfoot: 11

Second Class: 2, 5

Thursday: Thursday is Waterfront Day at TTA. On Thursday, everyone will be meeting at

the Waterfront pavilion. While at Waterfront, scouts will learn the principles of Safe Swim

Defense and Safety Afloat. The scouts will then learn how to perform various water rescues on

land before going out on the docks to practice the water rescues in the water. After each scout

has successfully rescued someone from the water using each of the techniques they will learn,

the scouts will have time to do free swim and open boat.


Second Class: 8a, 8b, 8cFirst Class: 9a, 9b, 9c

Friday: The TTA program will conclude on Friday with our big five mile hike. Scouts

will be meeting at the TTA pavilion. Before we depart for our hike, everyone will learn the

importance of the buddy system as well is some important hiking safety tips. We will also learn

about how to use a map and compass on different kinds of maps. While we are on our hike, the

scouts will learn how to identify ten different plants and animals. Scouts are expected to bring

their own hiking boots to this hike as long with at least one full water bottle.


Tenderfoot: 5

Second Class: 1a,1b, 6

First Class: 1,2,6,


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Additional special programs:

Monday night:

Monday night at TTA will be campfire night. Anyone who wants to, not just those

in the TTA program, are invited to come down to the fire circle at the TTA pavilion for a nicerelaxing evening around the fire. The campfire will be an excellent way for Scouts and

Scoutmasters to get to know the other people in camp and hang out with the staff. The staff will

have guitars and all sorts of instruments for a nice evening of music by campfire with a beautiful

view of the lake

Thursday night:

Thursday night is the TTA outpost. It is highly recommended that scouts attend

for it is the climax of the TTA program. After everyone enjoys eating their meals in their sites,

TTA scouts will be meeting on the porch of the dining hall with a sleeping bag, appropriate

clothing, a flashlight, and a ground cloth. We will be spending the night out by second bridge.

Once we arrive at second bridge, the Scouts will get settled in and then they will learn everything

they need to earn the Fireman Chit. Scoutmasters will be receiving blank Fireman Chit cards and

are encouraged to quiz and review the materials with the Scouts before signing off on it. The

Scouts will then gather fire wood and build a fire for Minsi Legends later on in the night. After

the fire is built, we will all go on the TTA night hike out to Hunters cabin. After the night hike,

the Scouts will return to second bridge for Minsi Legends. After a warm night by the fire,

everyone will be going to bed to get a nice good sleep before Fridays activities. On Friday

morning, we will all be waking up bright and early to cook a nice hot breakfast over the fire.After we clean up from breakfast, everyone will be packing up their gear and heading back to

their sites, just in time to get changed for colors and second breakfast!


Tenderfoot: 1, 3

Second Class: 3d, 3e, 3f, 3g

Additional requirements: Fireman Chit

TTA Super Shooter:

On Monday evening from 7:00 pm8:30 pm all participants in TTA will be

given a chance to shoot rifle and archery. Each scout will get 5 free shots at rifle. Our shooting

sports instructors will work with the new scouts to show them how to shoot a rifle properly. The

range will be reserved for TTA scouts only so they can get individual instruction and tips!


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WATERFRONT

Stillwater Lake is the greatest attraction at Camp Minsi. This 314-acre lake opens

up a wide variety of programs. This summer an added guard tower will open up

almost the entire lake for greater boating adventures. The NEW Aqua-KnotsProgram also adds in plenty of new exciting activities and challenges. You just

cant beat the Camp Minsi Waterfront!

Merit Badges:Canoeing: 10:00-10:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

Lifesaving: 9:00-9:50 am OR 11:00-11:50 am

Rowing: 11:00-11:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

Small-Boat Sailing: 9:00-10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 pm

Swimming: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 am

Daily Programs:

Frigid Froggy: 6:30 am7:00 am (Must attend every day for award)

BSA Lifeguard: 10:00 am11:45 am (Additional hour of guarding each

afternoon)

Instructional Swim: 2:00-2:50 pm

Open Boating: 3:00-4:30 pm

Open Swimming: 3:00-4:45 pm

Additional Programs:Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat: Monday, 9:00 am3:00 pm

once each hour (excluding 12 and 1)

Monday, 3:00 pm : Leader Specific

First Aid/CPR Demo: Tuesday 1:00 pm

Parade Field Water Battle: Friday 1:00 pm

With-out a Paddle Canoe Race: Tuesday 4:00pm

Triathalon: Thursday 4:00pm

Evening Programs:Belly-Flop Contest: Monday Evening, 8:30 pm

Twilight Boating: Thursday 8:00-9:00 pm

Lost at Sea Outpost: Thursday, Begins at 8:00 pm


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NEW Waterfront Programs

The Battle Friday 1:00-1:50 pmScouts will gather in the Parade Field for an all-out water war. In this

Scoutcraft VS. Waterfront battle the scouts can choose their side and enter the

madness. This fun-filled hour will be sure to make for a memorable last day.

Without a Paddle Canoe Race Tuesday 4:00-5:00 pmAll Scouts are invited to grab a buddy and compete in this creative new

competition. Scouts will hop in a canoe without a paddle! The scouts must use

their hands to race through the course! Sure to be an awesome program.

TriathalonThursday 4:00-5:15 pm

This new challenging triathlon course will put the scouts athletic skills tothe test. Involving a swimming, boating, and running section : this triathlon proves

to be quite the challenge.

Belly-Flop ContestMonday 8:30 pm

Start the week off with a big splash just dont hurt yourself! A world-

renown panel of Waterfront lifeguards will see how high you can fly and how

hard you can fall. What better way to cool off after a hot day than diving in, belly

first!

Twilight BoatingThursday 8:00pm

Any Camp Minsi expert knows that the lake looks perfect just around sunset,

so what better way to enjoy Stillwaters finest moments than to be in the middle of

it! Come grab a rowboat or a canoe and see it for yourself.

Lost at Sea Outpost Thursday 7:00pmThis is the ultimate outpost that puts all of your scouting knowledge at work.

As a team, scouts will build a large raft to support themselves across the water to

their outpost destination. We provide the materials, but you provide the skills!

There, scouts will make their own shelter and weather the elements for the night.Its one outpost youll never forget.


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The following outline gives specific informationneeded to determine which merit badges thescouts want to take. PLEASE MAKE SUREYOUR SCOUTS HAVE DONE THEIR PRE-REQS! A signed note is sufficient in mostcases to show proof of a pre-req.

AD-PAD

Bugling

Pre-Reqs: 6Difficulty: **Time: OPEN

Bugling merit badge requires prior buglingexperience. Scouts must arrange a time withour Bugling counselor.

CommunicationsPre-Reqs: 5, 8Difficulty: ***Time: 9:009:50 am

Communications is Eagle required and issuggested for more experienced scouts.

MusicPre-Reqs: 3Difficulty: **Time: OPEN

Music merit badge requires some musicaltalent. Scouts must arrange a time with ourMusic counselor.

Difficulty Scale: * Easy** Moderate*** Difficulty

ATHLETICS

AthleticsPre-Reqs: 3, 5Difficulty: **Time: 2:00-2:50 pm

Scouts earning Athletics will also earn the

Sports merit badge at the same time.

Cycling - NEWPre-Reqs: 6, 8, 9Difficulty: ***Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Cycling is Eagle required and is suggested formore experienced scouts. Must bring own bikeand helmet.

Personal FitnessPre-Reqs: 1, 6, 7, 8Difficulty: ***Time: 3:00-3:50 pm

Personal Fitness is Eagle required and issuggested for more experienced scouts.

Public SpeakingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00-9:50 am

SportsPre-Reqs: 4, 5Difficulty: **Time: 2:00-2:50 pm

Scouts earning Sports will also earn theAthletics merit badge at the same time.


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ECOLOGY CONSERVATION (E-CON)

AstronomyPre-Reqs: 6Difficulty: ***Time: Open in afternoon

Scouts must arrange a time with our E-Constaff. Astronomy requires night timeobservations during the week.

Bird StudyPre-Reqs: 7Difficulty: ***Time: Open in afternoon

Scouts must arrange a time with our E-Constaff.

Environmental SciencePre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 am

Environmental Science is Eagle required and issuggested for more experienced scouts.

Fish and Wildlife ManagementPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 9:00-9:50 am

Scouts earning Fish and Wildlife Managementwill also earn the Weather merit badge at thesame time.

FishingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 9:00-9:50 am

Fishing pole required for Fishing merit badge.

Forestry

Pre-Reqs: 5Difficulty: **Time: 10:00-10:50 am

GeologyPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Insect StudyPre-Reqs: 4a, 4b, 7Difficulty: ***Time: Open in afternoon

Scouts must arrange a time with our E-Constaff.

Mammal StudyPre-Reqs:Difficulty: *Time: 10:00-10:50 am

NaturePre-Reqs: Do one of the following:4a,4d

4e,4fDifficulty: ***Time: 10:00-10:50am

Reptile and Amphibian StudyPre-Reqs: 8a OR 8bDifficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Soil and Water ConservationPre-Reqs:

Difficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Tracking - NEWPre-Reqs: Bring a digital camera, beginReq. 4Difficulty: ***Time: 3:00-3:50 pm

Scouts will need to bring a digital camera torecord the animals they track. This meritbadge requires a lot of patience and skill.

This merit badge is ONLY offered in 2010 in celebrationof the 100th

Anniversary of Scouting.


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WeatherPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 9:00-9:50 am

Scouts earning Weather with also earn theFish & Wildlife Management merit badge.

HANDICRAFTArt

Pre-Reqs: 4 and a short write up aboutwhat they saw in general as well as, threeworks that interested the scout the most andwhy, signed by the adult who took them to themuseum, art exhibit, etc..

Difficulty: *Time: 10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $10 of

materials. A 8.5 inch by 11 inch, or larger,sketchbook is suggested, but not required. Allother materials will be provided in the Handi-craft lodge.

Description: Scouts will learn how toillustrate a story using pictures, design a logo, drawwith pen and ink, and oil pastels, as well as paintwith water colors and acrylics. Finished projectsinclude a comic strip, two drawings, a painting, anda t-shirt with their custom logo on it.

BasketryPre-Reqs:Difficulty: *Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 2:00-2:50pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post. These feeswill include a round basket kit, a square basketkit, and a camp stool kit. The basket kits fromthe scout store are different from the ones atthe Trading Post and are a lot more difficult.

Description: Students will learn the differenttypes of baskets and weaves as well as their uses.

Finished projects will include two baskets and acamp stool.

Carpentry - NEWPre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post.

Description: Scouts will learn about thecarpentry trade. They will master the use ofcarpenters tools. Scouts will complete a fullproject involving a piece of furniture.This merit badge is ONLY offered in 2010 in celebrationof the 100

thAnniversary of Scouting.

FingerprintingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: *Time: 9:00-9:50 am Tuesday OR

WednesdayFingerprinting will only take 1day to complete.Description: Scouts will learn the history

of fingerprinting, uses for fingerprints, as wellas types of fingerprints. Scouts will take theirown fingerprints as well as identify them.

LeatherworkPre-Reqs: 4Difficulty: *Time: 10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $10 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post. Fees willinclude a leather round, vinyl lace, and a knifeholder kit or a wallet kit. All other materials willbe provided in the Handi-craft lodge.

Description: Scouts will learn the typesof leather, the uses of leather, as well as thebasics of the tanning process. Projects includea leather round keychain, a gimp box stretch(or snake) and either a stamped and dyed knifeholder or wallet.


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PaintingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 3:00-3:50 pm

Scouts will meet with the Ranger Crew at

Handicraft for this merit badge.Description: Scouts will learn the different

methods of painting different types of surfaces.They will participate in multiple painting projectsaround camp. This is not an art merit badge, itfocuses on the painting of buildings, walls, etc.

PhotographyPre-Reqs:Difficulty: *Time: 9:00-9:50 am Monday, Thursday

AND FridayScouts must bring their own digital cameras.All three days of class are required, unlessotherwise stated.

Description: Scouts have an informationalclass on the use of cameras, how they work,techniques and the rules of composition onMonday. Pictures will be taken on the scouts owntime and scouts will review their work with thecounselor in the Ad-Pad on Thursday, and Friday.

Pottery

Pre-Reqs: 7Difficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post. Scouts will begiven a ticket to give to your counselor, thisticket is mandatory for this badge, since it paysfor all the clay scouts will use. All othermaterials will be provided in the Handi-craftlodge.

Description: Scouts learn about the

tools, techniques and histories of ceramics.Projects include three clay pots, a human oranimal figure, and a bowl on the potters wheel.

Sculpture - NEWPre-Reqs: 2cDifficulty: **Time: 10:00-10:50 am

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth of

materials from the Trading Post.Description: Scouts will learn about the art

of sculpting. This merit badge involves learning thetricks of the trade along with making a plaster moldof a fruit or vegetable.

Space ExplorationPre-Reqs: the research for 2Difficulty: **Time: 3:00-3:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth of

materials from the Trading Post. Fees coverthe model rocket kit and necessary engines.Scouts will spend most in class time workingon their rockets, and drawing work may begiven as home work. All other materials willbe provided in the Handi-craft lodge.

Description: Scouts learn about the historyand brainstorm/draw the future possibilities of thespace program. Projects include a collectors cardabout the scouts favorite space pioneer anddesigning an inhabited base on Mars. The weeksclimax is Friday when the scouts launch and

retrieve a model rocket they build themselves.

Textiles - NEWPre-Reqs: noneDifficulty: **Time: 2:00-2:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $15 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post. Fees cover aloom kit, fabric loops, and a plain tee-shirt. Allother materials will be provided in the Handi-craft lodge.

Description: Learn about the different typesof fabrics, their origins. A spinster will be doing aspecial demonstration on her spinning wheel andloom to show how fiber is turned into yarn and yarninto fabric. Projects include a woven pot holder on ascout made loom, and a tie dye shirt colored withdyes the scout will make from natural sources.


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WoodcarvingPre-Reqs: 2a, Totin ChipDifficulty: *Time: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pm

Scouts must purchase approx. $5 worth ofmaterials from the Trading Post. Fees cover a

neckerchief slide kit. All other materials will beprovided in the Handi-craft lodge.

Description: Scouts first practice by carvingtheir names into a log, then they create a finishedneckerchief slide to take home. No scout will beallowed to do any carving without already havingearned their Totin Chip outside of Handi-craft.

HEALTH LODGE

Emergency Preparedness

Pre-Reqs: 1, First Aid Merit Badge, 2c,8c

Difficulty: ***Time: 10:00-10:50 am OR 3:00-3:50 pm

Emergency Preparedness is Eagle requiredand is suggested for more experienced scouts.

First AidPre-Reqs: 1, Up to First Class First AidRequirements, 2dDifficulty: **

Time: 11:00-11:50 am OR 4:00-4:50 pmFirst Aid is Eagle required and is suggested formore experienced scouts.

Safety NEWPre-Reqs: 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3b, 4Difficulty: **Time: 2:00-2:50 pm

INDIAN VILLAGE - NEW

Indian LorePre-Reqs:Difficulty: *Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

SCOUTCRAFT

BackpackingPre-Reqs: 10, 11a, 11b, 11cDifficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Scouts must arrange a time with our Scoutcraft

staff.

CampingPre-Reqs: 7a, 7b, 8d, 9a, 9b, 9cDifficulty:**Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 am

Camping is Eagle required and is suggestedfor more experienced scouts.

CookingPre-Reqs:

Difficulty: ***Time: 11:00-11:50 am

Scouts will cook their own lunch and the classwill go until 12:50 pm on most days. Scoutsmust attend the outpost on Monday evening.

Fire SafetyPre-Reqs: 6a, 6b, 11Difficulty: *Time: 9:00-9:50 am

HikingPre-Reqs: 5, 6, 7Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00-9:50 am

Hiking is Eagle required and is suggested formore experienced scouts.

OrienteeringPre-Reqs: 7a, 7bDifficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am OR Outpost on

Thursday (Starting at 2:00 pm)

PioneeringPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 10:00-10:50 am OR Outpost onWednesday (Starting at 2:00 pm)


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Pathfinding - NEWPre-Reqs: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7Difficulty: ***Time: Open in afternoon on Monday,Wednesday, and Thursday

Scouts will need to be prepared to present ALL

of the requirements when they come to camp.The requirements deal with research andknowledge of the area around their home. Allof the work related to this badge must be doneprior to camp. Scouts trying to earn this badgeat camp will work individually with a counselorto prove they can satisfy the requirements.This merit badge is ONLY offered in 2010 incelebration of the 100th Anniversary ofScouting.

Signaling - NEWPre-Reqs: Bring a hand-made device to

send Morse CodeDifficulty: ***Time: 2:00-2:50 pm

Scouts will need to bring a device they can useto send Morse Code (BE CREATIVE this ispart of the badge!) This merit badge requires alot of patience and skill.This merit badge is ONLY offered in 2010 incelebration of the 100th Anniversary of

Scouting.

Wilderness SurvivalPre-Reqs:Difficulty: **Time: 10:00-10:50 am

Scouts are required to attend the WildernessSurvival Outpost on Thursday evening.

SHOOTING SPORTS

ArcheryPre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00-10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 pm

Scouts must purchase an arrow kit from theTrading Post. Approx. Cost : $8

Rifle ShootingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00 10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 pm

Scouts will need approx. $15 for rifle tickets.

Shotgun ShootingPre-Reqs:Difficulty: ***Time: 9:00-10:45 am

Scouts will need approx. $25 for shotguntickets.


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WATERFRONT

CanoeingPre-Reqs: 3, Must be a SwimmerDifficulty: **Time: 10:00-10:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

LifesavingPre-Reqs: 1a, Up to First ClassSwimming Requirements, Must be aSwimmerDifficulty: ***Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 11:00-11:50 am

Lifesaving is Eagle required and is suggestedfor more experienced scouts.

RowingPre-Reqs: 3, Must be a SwimmerDifficulty: **Time: 11:00-11:50 am OR 2:00-2:50 pm

Small-Boat Sailing

Pre-Reqs: 2, Must be a SwimmerDifficulty: ***Time: 9:00-10:45 am OR 2:00-3:45 pm

SwimmingPre-Reqs: 3, Up to First ClassSwimming Requirements, Must be aSwimmerDifficulty: ***Time: 9:00-9:50 am OR 10:00-10:50 am

Swimming is Eagle required and is suggested

for more experienced scouts.

All prices are subject to change. Times foradditional programs are also subject tochange due to weather or extenuating

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100th

Anniversary Historical Merit Badges

In celebration of the 100th Anniversary of Scouting, Camp Minsiwill be offering ALL FOUR historical merit badges that can only beearned in 2010! Scouts are encouraged to work on these meritbadges prior to camp due to their difficulty. Dont miss out on thisopportunity to earn these once in a lifetime opportunity badges!

Carpentry Handicraft 11:00-11:50 am

Scouts must have some experience with wood tools.This merit badge involves making a small piece of furniture

along with learning how to properly use carpentry tools.

Pathfinding Scoutcraft Open in afternoon, MWR

Scouts must be completely prepared to prove theyhave satisfied all requirements. This is not a typical campbadge, but our counselors will work with you on an individualbasis to show that you have earned this badge.

Signaling Scoutcraft 2:00-2:50 pm

Scouts must bring a hand-made device that can be usedto send Morse Code. Scouts should practice their MorseCode and Semaphore prior to camp to earn this difficultbadge.

Tracking

Ecology Conservation 3:00-3:50 pm

This merit badge involves a lot of independent fieldwork. Scouts must bring a digital camera to capture theirfindings. Scouts are encouraged to begin capturing animalson camera for points prior to camp.


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ADULT LEADER PROGRAMS

Leader-Specific Training

Leader-specific training will be offered to any interested adult leaders.Please be aware that training will require a decent amount of time tocomplete.

Our camp school certified Commissioners will lead the trainingsessions. The sessions will include hands-on practical training in theprogram areas, which will involve direct assistance with the scouts. Thetraining will also include evening sessions that will occur while the scoutsare at evening program. A formal schedule will be issued closer to thesummer camp season.

Commissioner Programs

Your commissioner is your first resource in customer service.Not only does this involve making your troops stay at camp asenjoyable as possible, but it also includes offering special programsespecially designed for leaders. These programs include

scoutmaster-Flintstone golf, Bacci Ball, and others. While theprogram is all about the boys, we do like to offer the leaders someR & R, too!

Scoutmaster Merit Badge

Camp Minsi offers the world-renowned Scoutmaster MeritBadge. This award challenges scoutmasters to participate in variousactivities around camp with their scouts. The badge gets more

challenging each year and there are now over 10 years worth ofseparate merit badges! Dont forget to pick up your check list at theAd-Pad.


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CAMP MINSI AWARDS

THE SILVER TURTLE

This NEW Award is unique to Camp Minsi. The SILVER TURTLE is a 5-

year progressive award that gets more and more difficult each stage. Since this is

the first year of the SILVER TURTLE, only Level 1 is available.

The SILVER TURTLE has been created to encourage scouting spirit

throughout the camp. It also promotes the Scout Oath and Law. Scouts must

participate in certain program activities, learn of Minsi History, participate in

service to the camp, and perform some FUN extra activities.

The SILVER TURTLE tracking sheets will be distributed at the Sunday

Night Leaders Meeting, but will also be made available at www.campminsi.orgin

May 2010. Scouts will be able to have their tracking sheets signed by staff

members for certain requirements, but the Scoutmasters and Assistant

Scoutmasters will also be asked to sign off for certain requirements pertaining to

the troop.

All scouts who complete Level 1 of the SILVER TURTLE will receive a

special patch to wear on their uniforms. As each level of the SILVER TURTLE isearned, the scout will earn a bead to add to the SILVER TURTLEs tail.
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AQUA-KNOTS

New to this summer camp season is Camp Minsis Aqua-Knots program.

The Aqua-Knots are a group of elite scouts who demonstrate leadership,

resourcefulness, and teamwork through a series of fun and challenging events.

The program will combine two of the camps most popular areas, Waterfront

and Scoutcraft. The scouts will be required to attend a certain number of events

and will have several optional challenges to choose from as well. The purpose of

this program is to provide the scouts with additional recreational challenges and

team-oriented activities that they may not experience during your normal week of

summer camp, all instilling in them a sense of achievement.

Some of the events that are sure to make a splash with any Aqua-Knot

hopeful include a triathlon, a Lost At Sea outpost where all participants willbuild a survival raft and paddle to their destination, and a gigantic water fight to

help end your week on a high note!

Many of these events will take place in the evening during non-mandatory

camp events. Only optional events may be offered during program times and are

generally very flexible. The Aqua-Knots will begin their journey on Monday

evening after dinner, and will conclude on Friday during siesta.

While this program is geared towards older scouts who are looking for agreater challenge for their week, all scouts are welcome to participate. Stay tuned

during meals for announcement about the Aqua-Knots interest meeting and for

times of all of the events.

The Aqua-Knots program is part of what summer camp is all about: proving

to yourself that you can accomplish anything if you work hard enough. We hope to

see you join the elite and become an Aqua-Knot this summer!


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EVENING PROGRAM

MONDAY-Open Program Night-

Each Program Area will offer some exciting activity that pertains to its area! These

activities are set-up so you can visit more than one area!

Athletics: Activities Night 7:008:30 pmVarious sports depending on interest of scouts

Ecology Conservation: Snipe Hunt 7:00-9:00 pm

This is no wild goose chase! Scouts will put theirnature skills to the test as they follow the clues in

pursuit of the elusive Camp Minsi snipe. This event issure to excite and challenge Scouts (and leaders) of

all ages. Be prepared!

Handicraft: Tie-Dye Night 7:00-8:30 pm

Scouts will need to purchase a white t-shirt from the

Trading Post and will be able to make their own Minsi

Tie-Dye.

Indian Village: Tomahawk Throwing 7:00-8:30 pm

Scouts will be given the chance to throw tomahawks

at our log targets!

Scoutcraft: Cooking Outpost (See Scoutcraft Section)

Team Builders 7:00-8:30 pmScouts will work in teams to complete various

challenges including passing through a spiderweb,

and lifting a tire off of a totem pole.

Shooting Sports: Balloon Shoot 7:00-8:30 pm

Scouts will shoot archery in the traditional way withan added balloon twist.

TTA Super Shooter - 7:00-8:30 pmThe rifle range will be reserved for all of the scouts inTTA. One free ticket will be distributed at during

Mondays instruction to use at this shoot.


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Trail to Adventure: Campfire Night 8:45 pm 10:00 pm

All scouts are invited to join the staff down at theTTA Pavilion for a traditional campfire to swap

stories, sing song, and roast some s-mores.

Waterfront: Belly Flop Contest 8:30 pmScouts will compete to see who has the iron

stomach. A fun way to cool down after an action-

packed day.

TUESDAY100th Anniversary Troop Challenge-

LET THE GAMES BEGIN! In this Olympic-themed Troop Challenge, each

troop will work together as a team to be named CHAMPION.

Start Time : 7:00 pm

Various activities. Relay races, mind games, and so much more will be

spread out between 3 areas of camp : Waterfront, Activities Field, Parade

Field.

Each troop will be assigned to begin in one of these areas to complete all

of the challenges within the 35 minute time period. At that time, all troops

will rotate to the next area. After another 35 minutes, troops will rotate for

the final time period.

This Troop Challenge is sure to foster teamwork, leadership, and FUN!

The Gold, Silver, and Bronze medalists will be announced at Saturdays

Closing Ceremonies.


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WEDNESDAYMinsi Scavenger Hunt-

Beginning right after dinner, troops are invited to participate in this unique

scavenger hunt.

Scouts will need to foster scout skills, delve into the history of the Boy

Scouts of America, capture staff members, and of course find an

assortment of ridiculous items.

History with a Bang-Beginning at 7:30 pm, this thrilling demonstration will take you back in time!

Our experienced shooting sports instructors will blow your mind during this

fun, information, and extremely cool demo which will include the firing ofweapons from various decades of the 20th century and some from even

earlier in time!

Order of the Arrow Ceremonies-Scouts will meet at 8:45 pm in the parade field to head down to the OA firecircle for the memorable OA Call Out Ceremony. Please read the Order of

the Arrow in Camp section for more information.


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THURSDAY

Iron Chef Cook-Off-

Each troop must cook their own dinner on Thursday evening. The food tobe cooked will be supplied by the kitchen by Thursdays siesta. Each troopwill be given the same ingredients to make the tastiest meal they can

imagine for the entire troop. Outside ingredients may be used, but they willnot be provided by the camp. After colors, there will be a panel of judges inthe Dining Hall to taste test each troops creation. The winning troop will be

recognized at Saturdays closing ceremonies.

Troops are encouraged to invite staff members to their sites to join them forthis meal and to foster the fellowship that scouting brings.

TTA Outpost-See the Trail to Adventure sectionn of this guide for more information

Twilight Boating-Time: 8:00-9:00 pm

This NEW activity will allow scouts to take out rowboats and canoes on the

majestic Stillwater Lake. The sun will have set almost entirely and thisoffers a thrilling new boating environment. All scouts must be wearing aglow stick on their PFD in order to go out on the water. These will be

available for purchase in the Trading Post.

Lost at Sea Outpost-7:00pm

This is the ultimate outpost that puts all of your scouting knowledge at

work. As a team, scouts will build a large raft to support themselves acrossthe water to their outpost destination. We provide the materials, but youprovide the skills! There, scouts will make their own shelter and weather

the elements for the night. Its one outpost youll never forget.


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FRIDAY

Vespers Services-

Each evening before dinner there will be a brief non-denominational

Vespers held in the corner of the parade field, immediately following colors.

On Friday evening, directly following colors, troops will be led down to the

chapel for an extended, formal non-denominational Vespers service to

reflect on what the Great Master of all Scouts has blessed us with.

Closing Campfire-

This is your opportunity to show the staff your spirit and/or sense of humor

in a skit, song, or cheer!

Make sure to plan your skits well before Friday! All SPLs must have their

skits approved by the Program Director by Friday afternoon at the latest.

Scouts will meet at 8:45pm in the parade field and will be led down to the

fire circle.


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Order of the Arrow in Camp

Witauchsoman Lodge # 44www.witauchsoman.org

The Order of the Arrow (OA) is the Scoutings National Honor Society. Their mission is

to fulfill its purpose as an integral part of the Boy Scouts of America through positive youth

leadership under the guidance of selected capable adults. Its purpose is: to recognize those

scouts and scouters who have given extreme service to their unit and best exemplify the Scout

Oath and Law in their daily lives, to promote camping and the camping spirit, to develop leaders

with character, and to crystallize the Scout habit of helpfulness into a life purpose of leadership

in cheerful service to others.

The OA serves as a service task force for the camps and the camping spirit. They

promote both year long and residential camping through several events and organizations.

They hold two annual service weekends as well as several weekends as needed at our

Councils Camps. The OA is an integral part of camping and the Boy Scouts of America.

But the OA isnt just about service. The Order of the Arrow has many events where

working never takes place. The OA holds a NOAC (National Order of the Arrow Conference)

every two years. For one week arrowmen from around the country invade a college campus.

There are plenty of competitions and games as well as useful training. The OA offers a

weekend called, a Conclave, filled with fun and fellowship, with 4 of the closest lodges in our

area. Held at the host lodges council camp, you can meet new friends as well as participating

in some really cool stuff. The OA offers their own specific high adventure programs which allow

for you to participate in more programs than an average high adventure trek for a fraction of the

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WEDNESDAY is OA Day at camp. OA members are encouragedto show their lodge spirit by wearing OA class B t-shirts

throughout the day and their OA sash when wearing the ClassA uniform. (Please remember: OA sashes are ONLY to be worn with the CLASS A Uniform)

WEDNESDAY EVENING the OA performs their publicrecognition ceremony, known as the Call-Out. Arrangements

for those who will be called out should be made with the OA

Summer Camp Coordinatorat Sunday check-in. All Troops are

encouraged to attend the ceremony.

Become a BROTHERHOOD member of the OA while atCamp. Talk to the OA Summer Camp Coordinatorearly in the week

for more details.

Some Important Notes

The contact person for the Order of the Arrow in camp is the OA Summer CampCoordinator. Any questions may be directed towards him. To find out who is the OA

Summer Camp Coordinator, talk to the Camp Director. All elections for the nomination of candidates must have taken place before summer

camp. NO elections will be conducted at summer camp. Please bring a copy of yourunit elections results so that any misunderstandings may be avoided.

If your unit is not from Minsi Trails Council, Witauchsoman Lodge #44 cannot call-outyour candidates without proper authorization. You must have a signed letter from yourLodge Chief or Lodge Adviser including the names who should be recognized. Thisletter must be given to the Camps OA Summer Camp Coordinatorat Sunday check in.

Witauchsoman Lodge #44 merchandise is being sold in the trading post. Feel free tostop by and check out our current lodge flap and other items.

Any help from arrowmen for Wednesday nights call-out ceremony will be greatlyappreciated. Whether you like making humongous fires or just enjoy adding to the fires

of cheerfulness, they can always use a hand.


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HIGH ADVENTURE CANOE TREK

The canoe trek is a program that

is a brand new addition to Camp

Minsis program. This is aprogram that is designed for

older scouts that may not be

interested in the typical summer

camp experience. Instead, they

will have the opportunity to

canoe for 5 days, through

beautiful valleys from upstate

New York, into the rolling

Appalachian mountains ofPennsylvania.

Scouts that are signed up for the program will arrive at camp on Sunday with their

units, and go through all of the check in processes. They will attend campfire on

Sunday night, then wake up Monday morning and drive to the boat launch in New

York. From there, they will canoe for 5 days into East Stroudsburg. Along the

way they will have the opportunity to stop at many scenic and historic sites, and

learn new skills about the environment around them. They will cook their own

meals, and operate as a patrol.

After their trek is over on Friday, they will return to camp in the afternoon, and

attend the closing campfire on Friday night where they will be recognized. They

will certainly bring back some great stories about their canoe adventure to share

with the rest of the unit. If any scouts show interest, please sign up as quickly as

possible, there are only 10 spots available each week!

Canoe Trek is being offered:

Week 1: June 27July 3

Week 3: July 11July 17Week 5: July 25July 31


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There is always room for improvement, especially at camp. If youor any members of your unit have any suggestions that you wouldlike us to know about, please feel free to contact the campdirector or program director.

Visitwww.campminsi.orgfor more information!

CAMP MINSI ALMA MATER

By the shores of old Stillwater, with its azure blue. Lies a camp offriendly Boy Scouts, cheerful, brave, and true. Sing her glories,live her ideals, hold her memories dear. Give a cheer that all may

hear it; hail, all hail Minsi.

Far away from care and turmoil, of the busy town. In abrotherhood of scouting, we will there be found. Sing her glories,live her ideals, hold her memories dear. Give a cheer that all mayh i h il ll h il Mi i
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