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1 What's Your Tribe? Out - Fun Out - Play Out - Side
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What's Your Tribe?
Out - Fun
Out - Play
Out - Side
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Table of Contents
Contact Us.................................................................... 3
Locations......................................................................4-5
Registration..................................................................6-7
What to Expect.............................................................8-9
Parent Helpers.............................................................10
Camp Checklist............................................................11
Trading Post.................................................................12
Health Information........................................................13
Emergency Information................................................14
Schedules.....................................................................15-16
Appendix: Day Camp Kickoff........................................17
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Contact Us
Karen Ball Bobby Bachar Council Day Camp Operations Director Council Program Coordinator 630-901-2223 630-873-9873 [email protected] [email protected]
Mary Ann Griswold Laura Roegner Council Day Camp Chair Council Program Assistant 630-377-3882 630-584-9250 ext. 100 [email protected] [email protected]
Who to Contact? Emergency - Camp Director at your camp location. Registrations - Laura Roegner [email protected] Camperships and Refunds - Buzz Wheeler [email protected] Camp Program - Program Director at your camp location and/or Bobby Bachar All Other - Camp Director at your camp location and/or Karen Ball
Adventure Camp Overnight:
Walt Staats [email protected] 815-757-6406 Ed Hollendoner [email protected] 815-899-9012
Camp Big Timber Weekend: Steve Jernberg [email protected] 224-588-0114 Bill Grupp [email protected] 847-551-1370
Cantigny: Bryan Bond [email protected] 630-346-0089 Kristine Jirsa [email protected] 630-399-4754
Good Templar Park: Mary Ann Griswold [email protected] 630-377-3882 Lauri Benson [email protected] 630-772-9834
Oakbrook Park District: Cindy Dauber [email protected] 630-222-7938 Monica Mitchell [email protected] 630-346-0642
Phillips Park: Ian McCleary [email protected] 630-659-7169
Plowman's Park: Kris Veach [email protected] 630-300-4650 Angie Shoener [email protected] 630-669-3820
Thorndale Park: Mary LaVaque [email protected] 224-678-6420 Jennie Galizia [email protected] 630-673-4107
Von Oven Scout Reservation: Karen Ball [email protected] 630-901-2223 Bobby Bachar [email protected] 630-873-9873
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Locations
We hold Day Camp at several locations all summer long. Please take note of which camps are Twilight, Weekend or Overnight camps. All other camps are Day Camps unless otherwise stated. Packs and individuals may attend any camp of their choosing. For more information, contact the Camp Director for that location listed on the Contact page of this Parent Guide.
Von Oven Scout Reservation, 701 S. West Street, Naperville
June 5-9 (M-F) June 12-16 (M-F) June 19-23 (M-F) Camp is on the west side of West Street (1½ blocks south of Aurora Ave). The camp is across the street from Naperville Central High School and Knoch Park. Please park in Naperville Central's southwest parking lot. Handicapped and Staff parking are within the camp's gated fence.
Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winfield Road, Wheaton
July 10-14 (M-F) Enter the main gate located on Winfield Road. All participants are required to park in areas designated by Cantigny Security Staff. If you are not a parent volunteer helping at the camp and would like to stay at Cantigny to see the museums and/or gardens, you will be charged a parking fee/ admission for the day.
Good Templar Park, 528 E. Side Drive, Geneva June 26-30 (M-F) Twilight Camp June 27-29 (Tue-Thur) Tiger Camp July 24-28 (M-F) Day Camp The park is at 528 East Side Drive in Geneva and is on the west side of the
street just across from Geneva Drive. You will see a wooded area with a chain link fence next to the sidewalk and some small cabins inside just before you reach the main park entrance. Staff and handicapped parking will be in the lower lot. All other cars will be parked in the lot and area around the large pavilion.
Phillips Park, 828 Montgomery Road, Aurora July 17-21 (M-F) Enter off of Howell Pl. and Melrose Ave. Entrance is in the Philips Park Aquatic Center Parking Lot.
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Camp Big Timber, 37W955 Big Timber Road, Elgin July 7-9 (Fri-Sun) Camp is located 1 mile west of Randall Road on Big Timber Road. Turn left at the traffic signal on Tyrell Road. All participants and staff are required to park in the designated field near the K-lodge.
Plowman's Park, 47W984 US 30, Big Rock July 31-Aug 4 (M-F) This location has a Tot Lot for younger siblings while you attend camp.
Thorndale Park, 22W130 Thorndale Avenue, Medinah July 17-21 (M-F) Twilight Camp This location does not allow pocketknives.
Oak Brook Park District, 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook Aug 7-11 (M-F) Twilight Camp Camp will be held at Oak Brook's Park District - Central Park West, off of Jorie Blvd. Upon entering the Oak Brook Park District property, follow signs to the Twilight Camp. Parking is allowed along the road, within the Park District property leading to Central Park West, as well as in the main recreation center parking lot.
Adventure Camp, 4492 S Knoll Road, Rochelle May 19-21 (Fri-Sun) Weekend Camp, Overnight Friday: Check-in, 6pm-10pm. No dinner will be served, please eat prior to
camp. Sunday: Departure, 8:30am-11:30am
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Registration Welcome to Three Fires Council Day Camp! 2017 brings us the improvements you have been asking for!
Who Can Attend All children, boys and girls, who will be attending 1st through 5th grade in the fall are eligible to attend Three Fires Council Day Camps and overnight Day Camps (Webelos Resident camp does not apply). Children entering 1st grade must have a Parent or Guardian attend with them at all times. Please be aware that some camps fill up early. Scout families should register early to ensure you can attend all the camps of your choosing.
How to Register Please register online for any Three Fires Day Camp at www.threefirescouncil.org Payments can be made online, at the Norris Scout Shop in St. Charles, or at the Naperville Scout Shop. The recommended best option is to pay by eCheck where you can use a personal check or unit check online at no charge and the transaction will be processed quickly.
There is no charge for parents to attend Day Camp, Twilight Camp, or weekend camp. However, when applicable there is a charge for overnight camp. For any of the camps, there is no need to register with a unit. You may register as individuals and will be grouped with others from your Pack.
Camperships We don't want to see any Scout miss a Day Camp opportunity due to financial need. Your unit or the Council can help with a Campership. A Campership can pay up to 75% of the Day Camp registration fee. The information and application can be found on the Council's website or by calling the Council Office at (630) 584-9250. Applications must be submitted by April 1, 2017.
Discounts Early Bird Discount is given to all who register before April 3, 2017. Prices quoted on brochures and fliers includes the Early Bird Discount. Prices go up $15 on April 3, 2017 and another $15 on June 2, 2017.
Back For More Discounts are available for multiple weeks of camps. When you register for a 2nd week of camp, you will receive 25% off the early bird price for that week regardless of when you register. When you register for a 3rd and any additional weeks of camp, you will receive 35% off the early bird price for that week. You can send your children to camps all summer long! Contact the council for more information.
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A Parent's Role In Camp Parents do not need to attend Day Camp but are highly encouraged (with the exception of the overnight camp at Camp Big Timber where parents must attend). When you register online, you select which days you will be attending camp with your campers or you will select that your campers will be attending unchaperoned. Trained adult staff are available at all of the Day Camps to work with campers to help them have fun and be safe.
Early Drop Off/ Late Pick Up: ELKS Club (Early-Late Kids) Day Camps will open at 7:00am and will stay open until 6:00pm to allow for families' busy schedules. When you register online, there is an option to select for either Early Drop Off, Late Pick Up, or you may select both. Trained Staff will supervise campers with play time before camp program begins and after camp program ends. Families who did not register for ELKS Club can still use the program by contacting the Camp Director and making a payment. ELKS Club is not available for Weekend or Twilight camps and can only be used for Day Camps. Plowman's Park's Tot Lot does not offer ELKS Club as those children are underage and require a parent present at camp. After Camp care is not available on Fridays, as the program will be extended to 6 pm for all campers. Contact Karen Ball with questions or concerns.
Before Camp (7:00-8:30am) $10/day $40/week After Camp (3:30-6:00pm) $10/day $30/week Before and After Camp $15/day $60/week
T-Shirt Orders Each camper receives a camp t-shirt with their registration.Campers will pick up their t-shirt at
first day check-in Campers are expected to wear their t-shirt to camp every day as their camp uniform. In addition to emulating the spirit of uniforms in Scouting, camp t-shirts help us keep your kids safe. Additional t-shirts can be ordered for $15 online while registering. Adults can also order a t-shirt online ($2 additional fee for 2XL-4XL sizes). Additional t-shirts ordered will be picked up at the camp Trading Post.
Parent Meetings There will be Parent Meetings held in the spring before camps begin. Parents and leaders are
encouraged to attend one of these meetings to get information, ask questions, and turn in required health forms. Organized units with completed camper rosters will be able to pick up
camp t-shirts for their Packs. Dates and locations TBA and will be posted on the website by May 1, 2017.
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What to Expect
Sign In and Sign Out All Campers must be signed in and out daily by the adult dropping them off and picking them
up from camp. Regular sign in and out is at the flagpole with the Den Guide. Please help us keep Campers safe!
Late Arrivals and Early Departures Campers who arrive late must check in at headquarters before joining their den, then have the
attending adult sign them in with the Den Guide. For campers who must leave early, please contact the Camp Director and provide a written note clarifying who is picking up the camper and when. To pick up the camper, make sure you sign them out with their Den Guide and then Camp Headquarters.
Camper Absences If a camper is going to miss a day of camp, please contact the Camp Director to let them know. There are no refunds for missed days of camp.
Campfire Fridays On Campfire nights, families are invited to join us at camp for dinner. For 2017, we are
planning a luau! Camp will provide the main dish and families can bring a side dish. Campfire days will have a lengthened schedule. We will have a regular day of camp, then at closing time Free Choice Friday begins. For Free Choice Friday campers will have the option to participate in a variety of camp activities before dinner. Families are then invited to arrive at 6:00pm for the luau and Campfire Program.
Archery and BB Guns The first day of Archery and BB guns consists of safety and shooting instruction. Activities will
be provided for those Scouts who are awaiting their turn to shoot. Unsafe weather conditions such as rain, high winds, etc., may cause the range to be shut down. Range Directors are BSA certified to keep you and your scouts safe. If you have concerns, please consult the program and/or camp director.
Please stay out of the range and do not talk to Scouts when they are inside the range. Refrain from taking flash photography, and please do not enter the caution tape area at any time. The
best thing parents can do is to help keep the boys who are out of the range quiet. Remember, your participation shows your child that you care!
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Dealing with Staff The members of our staff are trained in First Aid and BSA’s Youth Protection. If you have
concerns with staff conduct, please consult the program or camp director. If you must speak to an adult staff member directly, do so out of the Scouts’ range of hearing. In accordance with Youth Protection standards, should you encounter an issue with youth staff please direct your concerns to the program or camp director who will then appropriately speak to the youth.
Water Water jugs are available at each area of camp. Scouts are responsible for their
own water bottle to use at each station. Make sure water bottles are marked with the Scout’s name and pack number. Keeping the Scouts well hydrated at camp is a priority for staff and campers alike, as it keeps everyone happy and healthy.
Facilities There are “Port-a-Potties” and hand sanitizing stations available. Consider bringing wet wipes
for your pack each day in case the station runs out of towels, water, etc. We ask every adult and scout to wash their hands before and after lunch to prevent possible allergic reactions between campers.
Adventure Sheets You can download a list of the Cub Scout Adventures we complete each week from the council
website at www.threefirescouncil.org. Adventure sheets are a checklist of all of the activities we have held through the week that apply to Cub Scout Adventure achievements. It is up to the parents and leaders to decide on which Adventures your Cub Scout has achieved during camp. Adventure Sheets will be available no later than May 1st, 2017.
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Parent Helpers
Parent's Job Description 1. HAVE FUN!!!!!!! 2. Please arrive no more than 15 minutes prior to the start of camp. 3. Report to the Flagpole upon arrival. 4. Attendance at a daily orientation meeting is necessary to convey information. (approximately 9:00 a.m. at the flagpole). 5. You are encouraged to participate and assist staff, as needed. 6. All items made or collected at camp should be kept with your den. Campers should take home all possessions at the end of each day unless otherwise directed. 7. Any illness or accidents must be reported immediately to the Health Officer. 8. If you have any questions or concerns, please address them to the Camp Director. 9. Please keep cell phone use to an absolute minimum. (i.e. picture taking, schedules, etc) 10. Please help us practice Leave No Trace and help Scouts clean up any garbage they may make.
Camp Rules 1. No running in camp outside of program areas. 2. Always use the buddy system. 3. No unauthorized climbing. 4. Stay out of any area marked by yellow caution tape. 5. Absolutely no smoking in camp. 6. Place all trash and recyclables in their proper containers. 7. Leave every area cleaner than you found it. 8. Every person inside camp must wear a wristband all week.
(If a camper needs a replacement wristband, inform the Den Guide.) 9. All visitors must sign in and out at Camp Headquarters and wear a wristband.
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Camp Checklist
What to Bring to Camp
Adults Health forms for Cub Scouts, Adults, and Siblings Cooler with ice for lunches/snacks and a wagon to transport them (optional) Wet wipes for pack to clean hands Insect repellant (40% DEET recommended) Sunscreen Rain gear, hat Camp chair (if desired) An attitude of FUN! AND all that is listed below:
Youth
Lunch & snack Water bottle Insect repellent, hat, sunscreen, rain gear Day pack to carry items in Camp T-shirt - it is our uniform, so wear it every day Comfortable enclosed shoes (no open toes, heels, sandals) Money for Trading Post (optional) Wristbands (Keep your wristband on! You can shower and swim with it on and it will last all week. ALL adults and youth must wear the wristband.)
Do not bring any video games, toys, media players, computers or valuables to camp. Scouts should not bring cell phones, as all communication can be handled through headquarters. Inappropriate possessions will be confiscated and returned to the camper's parent at sign out.
Items not allowed in camp: alcoholic beverages, pets, controlled substances, fireworks and firearms. Anyone found with these items will be asked to leave immediately and the appropriate authorities will be called.
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Trading Post We will be selling snacks, candy, Scout items, extra camp T-shirts, and more. Items will generally range in cost from $.50 to $20. The Trading Post will be open to Campers every day during lunch and during the luau/dinner on Fridays. Adults are welcome to visit the Trading Post anytime during the camp sessions. The Trading Post will close before the campfire begins. No peanut products will be sold, but there may be products that have been prepared on such machinery. Please help us limit your child’s sugar consumption and discuss with your Camper before camp what purchases would be appropriate and determine spending amounts.
Patches The 2017 Three Fires Council Day Camp patch will be a Pebble Patch, a customizable velcro
patch. Campers, as part of their registration will be given the velcro backing, center patch, and 2 pebbles. Campers will have the opportunity to purchase additional pebbles in the Trading
Post to complete their customizable patch to include their own activities and interests. Pebbles are sold only to those who have attended summer camp. If you are in need of pebbles after the camp season, please contact Buzz Wheeler at [email protected] for pebbles and/or patches. These are not available in the Scout Shops.
Each patch has 12 available openings for pebbles. Pebbles are
$0.60 each or $5.00 for 10. Campers will be able to choose the 10 pebbles they would like to purchase to add to the 2 pebbles given to complete the patch. Patches will be given out on Mondays and the pebbles can be purchased at any time during the camp week.
Online Trading Post New in 2017 will be an online Trading Post where families will be able to purchase select camp
items from the comfort of your own home! All items purchased at the Online Trading Post will be shipped directly to you. More information will be coming soon!
Hat, Water Bottle and Bag An exciting new item in our Trading Post in 2017 is the opportunity for families to purchase a
Camp Pack for their Campers. The pack includes a hat and water bottle that come in a drawstring backpack that helps your Camper be prepared every day. This is a great way to make sure your Camper has their water every day, is prepared for the weather, has their hat, and has a lightweight and convenient way to carry their items throughout the day. We strongly recommend parents to purchase this pack or be prepared to bring your own. Camp Packs can be purchased at the Online Trading Post.
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Health Information
A trained Health Officer will be on site at all times during camp. All injuries, regardless of how small, must be reported to the Health Officer to ensure proper documentation and treatment. The Health Officer will need the camper's name, age, parent info, area the injury occurred, time it occurred, and what was done to treat it.
Annual BSA Health and Medical Record (Parts A and B) Prior to coming to camp, this form must be filled out for EVERY person attending camp. This includes all adults, Scouts, and siblings coming to camp. Make two copies of the filled out form. One copy for the pack's Day Camp Coordinator to submit to the Camp Director BEFORE camp begins. The other goes to camp with the Coordinator. Only Parts A and B must be competed for Day Camp. The newest version of this form MUST be used. http:// www.scouting.org/scoutsource/HealthandSafety/ahmr.aspx
If the Camp Director does not have a copy of the form before camp, please provide one on the first day of camp. This is a health and safety issue. These completed forms are kept confidential and are returned or shredded at the conclusion of camp.
Health Advisory and Accommodation Form The Advisory Form for Campers is to be completed for youth participants that have severe
health concerns that may limit their full participation or present safety issues. An example is if your child has a severe peanut allergy and requires special accommodations. Please complete and submit this form at least two months prior to camp to alert the Camp staff of the exact issues/needs. A member of the Council staff may contact the parent or guardian prior to camp to discuss any special accommodations. http://www.threefirescouncil.org/camping/cub-scout- summer-camps
Medication Any medication brought to camp must be logged in at the health headquarters by the Health
Officer. Medication must be in the original labeled container with clear dosage instructions. Allergy kits, EpiPens, inhalers, and other instant self-administered medications will remain in the Scout’s possession after it is logged in by the Health Officer. If medication requires refrigeration, you will need to provide an insulated cooler with ice. Clearly label it with the Scout’s name and pack number. We can then keep it with the Health Officer.
Written permission is needed for another adult to supervise your child in taking medication.
Attending adults: Please bring your own headache or over the counter medication.
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Emergency Information
Camp Emergencies Staff, attending parents, and Campers will review emergency procedures at the beginning of
each day of camp. In an emergency, a signal will sound and staff will follow guidelines and practiced procedures.
Lost Camper In case of a lost camper, you will hear an emergency sound. At this point, everyone in camp should stop what they are doing, gather in a seated circle, and perform a name check on every person in the group, including adults. Once attendance is taken, campers can sing a song or play a game but we ask that they continue to stay seated until the Camp Director gives the all clear signal.
Weather Every effort will be made, consistent with BSA’s Guide to Safe Scouting guidelines, to offer a full outdoor program each day.
Rain without lightning and high winds - Camp will continue as planned. Campers should be prepared to continue camp in the rain.
Thunderstorms and Lightning- Campers will be sheltered until the weather passes. Camp will not close for rain and lightning. Camp will resume when the weather passes.
Potentially hazardous weather - Camp may be closed for the safety of everyone. Severe storms and threat of tornado will cause camp to close. This is a rare situation.
There are no plans for make-up days. We are sorry but refunds can’t be made! If camp is closed, Pack coordinators should have an emergency contact lists that include all the names and phone numbers of both parents and emergency drivers. Pack coordinators can help ensure campers get home safely.
It is recommended to have an individual designated as your camp coordinator with phone numbers and email addresses. If camp is postponed or canceled due to weather, the camp coordinator will be contacted and they will contact all parents and leaders in your pack.
Please make sure campers are dressed appropriately for the weather!
Additional information and updates can be found on the Three Fires Council website,
www.threefirescouncil.org
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Schedules
Day Camp Schedule Times are subject to change
Monday - Friday (8:30 am – 3:15 pm) 8:30am – 8:45am – Registration and Check-in (Please don’t arrive earlier than 8:15 am)
8:45am – 8:55am – Opening Flag Ceremony 9:00am – 9:10am – Adult/Parent Meeting Daily 9:00am – 2:55pm – Program sessions with 45 minute lunch break 3:00pm – 3:15pm – Closing Flag Ceremony 3:15pm – 6:00pm – Free Choice Friday
Campfire Friday (6:00 pm – 8:30 pm) 6:00pm – 7:00pm – Families arrive for Family Picnic 7:00 pm – 8:30pm – Campfire Program (Each den will perform a skit or song at the campfire.)
Download the most updated Day Camp Schedules at
www.threefirescouncil.org
Twilight Camp Schedule Times are subject to change
Monday - Friday (4:00 pm – 8:35 pm) 4:00pm – 4:30pm – Registration and Check-in (Please don’t arrive earlier than 4:00 pm)
4:30pm – 4:35pm – Opening Flag Ceremony 4:35pm – 4:45pm – Adult/Parent Meeting Daily 4:35pm – 8:30pm – Program sessions with 10 minute snack break 8:30pm – 8:35pm – Closing Flag Ceremony & Camp Dismissal at 8:35 p.m.
Campfire Friday (6:00 pm – 8:30 pm) 4:00pm – 4:30pm – Registration and Check-in (Please don’t arrive earlier than 4:00 pm)
4:30pm – 4:35pm – Opening Flag Ceremony 4:35pm – 4:45pm – Adult/Parent Meeting Daily 4:35pm – 6:00pm – Program sessions 6:00pm – 7:00pm – Family Picnic 7:00 pm – 8:30pm – Campfire Program (Each den will perform a skit or song at the campfire.)
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Tiger Camp Schedule Times are subject to change
Tuesday -Wednesday (9:00 am – 12:00 noon) 8:45am – 9:00am – Registration and Check-in (Please don’t arrive earlier than 8:30 am)
9:05am – 12:00pm – Program sessions with 10 minute snack break 12:00 noon – Closing Flag Ceremony & Camp Dismissal
Thursday (9:00 am – 12:00 noon) 8:45am – 9:00am – Registration and Check-in (Please don’t arrive earlier than 8:30 am)
9:05am – 10:45am – Program sessions 10:45am – 12:00pm – Picnic and Closing Program
Remember Tigers are to attend camp with their adult partner. The camp will provide the boys with a snack each day. The Tigers will have a picnic on Thursday. The camp will provide hotdogs, chips, and a drink for the boys. They will roast marshmallows and make s’mores for dessert.
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ANNUAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
2017 Day Camp Kickoff For parents, Den Leaders, Cubmasters, and Pack committee members. Plan
to send an adult leader to the 1st annual Day Camp pre-camp meeting!
LEARN ABOUT
The Online registration process Information on new 2017 programs
All the Three Fires Council Day, Twilight, and Weekend camps
NOTE: Webelos Resident Camp at CFL will not be addressed at this meeting
Parent Guides and other appropriate forms and documents will be available! All forms are also available on our website! - www.threefirescouncil.org
Please register at: https://scoutingevent.com/?PreCampkickoffmeetings
Cantigny Park Visitors Center Theater Wednesday, February 22, 2017
The presentation will start at 6:30 and will last less than 1 hour.
