Leader's Guide
Table of Contents
The purpose of good Scouting and Scout camping is to train boys in good character, vital citizenship, and personal fitness. The objectives of the Camp Staff and of the camp program are to serve the needs of the troop and the boys. In outdoor Scouting activities, simple skills of camp craft, woodcraft, aquatics, personal fitness, and living in a democratic society are at a premium. They are important because:
1. Learning skills and advancing bring self-confidence.
2. Solving immediate camping problems brings self-reliance.
3. Vigorous outdoor exercise promotes personal fitness.
4. Knowing what to do and doing it promote personal initiative.
5. Making group decisions and implementing them develop cooperation.
6. Facing certain hardships with buddies makes life-long friends.
7. Experiencing nature develops outdoor appreciation and spiritual awareness.
Lord Baden-Powell wrote in 1919,”The objective of a camp is: (a) to meet the boy’s desire for the open air life of the Scouts and (b) to put him completely in the hands of the Scoutmaster for a definite period of individual training in character and in physical and moral development.”
The basis for this training and character development is the boy’s participation and acceptance of responsibility in his patrol. Baden-Powell emphasized this in 1936 when he wrote, “The patrol is the character school for the individual. To the patrol leader it gives practice in responsibility and in the qualities of leadership. To the Scouts it gives subordination of self to the interests of the whole, the elements of self-denial and self-control involved in the team spirit of cooperation and good comradeship.”
At Camp Squanto, we intend to reproduce and strengthen the processes by which a troop ideally operates when it is in its home community. We do not intend to replace the Scoutmaster, the Troop Leader’s Council, or the Leadership Corps but, rather, to work with them and through them in determining the needs of individual troops and of the Scouts in them.
Camp will be more than out-of-doors; it will bring an intense and vital training session for the troops that come and for the boys they bring. It is a vital part of the Scouting program and will endeavor to build Scouts and troops by supplying them with the challenges, opportunities, and rewards of Scouting, in an intensive and reinforcing way. This, in turn, assists the Scouts and troops to continue to determine their own program and effectively operate through their own leadership.
Rules for acceptance and participation in all sessions of this camp are the same for everyone, without regard to race, color, or national origin.
SCOUTMASTER/SENIOR PATROL LEADER PRE-CAMP PLANNING MEETING
This planning meeting is for you, the Scoutmaster, and for your Senior Patrol Leader to get an overview of Camp Squanto in 2017 and to give your assistance in your program planning before you arrive in camp. Also, any last minute administrative instructions and details will be given to you at this time.
The Scoutmaster and Senior Patrol Leader should be at the camp on Monday evening the week before
Your camp arrival date. Dinner is served at 6:00PM. It is vital that all troops have at least one representative for this planning session which begins at 7:15 PM the Dining Hall.
| If your week of camp is: | Your Pre-Camp planning meeting is: |
| Week 1: July 2 | June 26 |
| Week 2: July 9 | July 6 |
| Week 3: July 16 | July 10 |
| Week 4: July 23 | July 17 |
| Week 5: July 30 | July 24 |
| Week 6: Aug 6 | July 31 |
THE FOLLOWING WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE PLANNING SESSION:
A. An explanation and discussion of camp and troop administrative policies including the Merit Badge enrollment method
B. An explanation and discussion of troop program and advancement opportunities available at camp
C. Troop Rosters are collected. We encourage you to have ready your merit badge forms to turn in also. Medical Forms should come with your troop on Sunday.
D. A Round Robin with area Directors to schedule your troop program for the coming week. Our areas include:
1. Aquatics 2. Handicraft 3. Activities
4. Sports 5. STEM 6. Shooting Sports
E. Area Directors have the responsibility of insuring equal afternoon program opportunities for each troop. They reserve the right to restrict your scheduling until all units have visited them.
PROGRAM CHANGES: At Camp you may make changes in your troop’s program at any time. Please
Make all changes with the area Directors. Don’t hesitate to make changes if you feel they are in
the best interest of your Scouts.
TROOP CAMPING:
$380 per Scout (early bird)*
$300 2nd Brother Discount (Early bird only)
$400 per Scout (after May 15, 2017)
A chartered troop is when the leadership is provided by the troop and a minimum of five Scouts attending. There must be one registered leader over 21 and a second must be over 18. Scouts sign up with their own troop for camp.
PROVISIONAL CAMP:
$ 400 per Scout
Provisional camping is when the camp provides the leaders for the Scouts. A Scout can come alone or with friends any week of the summer. A Scout may come before or after his troop comes to Squanto or any other Scout Camp. Scouts sign up at the council or camp office.
NATIONAL YOUTH LEADER TRAINING (NYLT):
$400 per Scout
$275 per Scout second week
$300 brothers / siblings
This NYLT course will be offered during Week #1 this summer. Weekend course will be Aug 11 - 13 and Aug 18 – 21. The course is a leadership-driven program that trains SPL’s and Patrol Leaders in the patrol method, outdoor skills, teamwork, and having fun. This course follows BSA’s NYLT curriculum.
EAGLE WEEK:
This course will not be held during the 2017 Camping season due to the 2017 Jamboree. It will return in the 2018 Camping season.
VENTURE WEEK:
$380 per Venturer (early bird)*
$300 2nd Brother / Sister Discount (Early bird only)
$400 per Venturer
Venture Week is open to registered Venturers between 14 and 20 years of age. Programs include scuba, BSA Guard & Shooting Sports. All campers will receive First Aid, CPR certification, Venturing Orientation & Youth Protection, elements of Venture Youth Leadership, exposure to the other two programs! A week of great co-ed outdoor fun!
ADDITIONAL WEEK FEE:
$275 per scout
The additional week (for 2nd and 3rd week discounts) applies to all weeks including NYLT, Eagle Week, Venture Week and Provisional.
Each scout should pay full price for whichever week he is attending first. The first week must have been spent at Camp Squanto. (Fees include a non-refundable deposit of $50 per scout)
* Early Bird discount applies to the Troop and Venture camping week.
PAYMENTS
The Old Colony Council accepts the following for payments:
- Cash (do not mail – bring to Council)
- Personal or unit checks, money orders made payable to Old Colony Council, BSA
- MasterCard and Visa (Please see Council Credit Card Acceptance policy).
DEPOSITS:
The Old Colony Council accepts the following for payments:
1. Cash (do not mail – bring to Council)
2. Personal or unit checks, money orders made payable to Old Colony Council, BSA
3. MasterCard and Visa (Please see Council Credit Card Acceptance policy).
DEPOSITS:
A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required to hold a place at Provisional, Venturing Week, NYLT courses.
Deposits should be sent with the application to: OLD COLONY COUNCIL, BSA, 2438 WASHINGTON ST., CANTON, MA 02021
Or, you may pay directly at the Council office Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:15 pm.
The balance can be paid at the Camp office on Monday AM-- time to be scheduled.
Fees are due in full at time of registration.
Fees for Troop Camping – payments should be made to the Troop.
Please make every effort to have your “Camp Money Person” collect all fees and submit them to the Council Service Center at lease ten (10) days prior to our arrival date. The Camp will have a record of these payments. Please assist us in collecting fees at Council and keeping fees collected in Camp to an absolute minimum.
Camp Squanto discourages Scouts from attending more than a total of three weeks of camp in any one season. Requests for additional weeks must be cleared in advance by the Camp Director and Council Administration.
On Sundays, before check-in, Scoutmasters are responsible for:
A. Ensuring that each camper’s medical form is filled out completely and correctly.
- Is the form either typed or printed legibly in ink?
- Is the Scout’s personal information, (full name, troop number, emergency contact, etc.) complete and accurate?
- Is the physical examination component of the form (to be completed by the Scout’s physician) filled out completely and accurately or is a similar “standard” physical form attached from the doctor’s office? Has it been signed by the doctor? (Electronic signatures are accepted).
- Is the camper allergic to any foods or medications? If so, have they been listed in the appropriate place on the form (with reactions listed in parentheses)? EXAMPLE: “peanuts (anaphylaxis).”
- Is the camper taking any medications? If so, are they listed in the correct place on the form? Is the name of the medication, as well as its dosage (i.e. 25 mg), frequency (i.e. twice a day) listed correctly?
- Has the camper’s parent or guardian signed in the appropriate spot on the form?
- Has a copy of (both sides) of the camper’s health insurance card been attached to the form.
B. Ensuring that campers who take medication have their medications with them.
- Is the medication bottled correctly for distribution in camp? (See Health Lodge FAQ’s) for details.
- Does the information on the bottle match the information on the health form exactly?
- If there is a discrepancy, is there a new order from the doctor attached to the medical form to clarify the situation?
Can a doctor use a pre-printed or computerized physical form instead of the BSA form?
Yes, however it must be attached to a completed BSA form. The BSA form has certain vital information that may not be on the doctor’s form (such as emergency contact information, etc.)
Can a doctor sign the physical form electronically?
Yes.
My son has an inhaler or an epipen. Can he carry it on him or does he have to leave it at the Health Lodge?
Responsible scouts may carry inhalers and epipens with them during camp after consultation with the nurse during check-in on Sunday. It is strongly recommended that scouts bring two inhalers to camp: one to carry and one to leave in the Health Lodge for emergencies.
NOTE: If a scout carries his epipen or inhaler, he must have it with him at all times.
What about over-the-counter-medication? Can my son carry Advil or Tylenol with him?
No. All medications, including those available over-the-counter, must be dispensed by the Health Lodge. Exceptions to this rule must be approved by the Health Officer. (See above.)
My son has an occasional headache or occasional allergies. Should I send Tylenol, Advil or Benadryl with him to camp?
No. The camp has a supply of these medications for scouts who need them occasionally. However, if your son requires a medication every day, please send it to camp with him even if it is over-the-counter.
Do medications need to be in certain bottles?
Yes. Prescription medications must be in the original bottle given to you by the pharmacy. Over-the-counter medications must be unopened to be distributed at camp.
Can I use a seven-day planner or some other method for sending my son’s medication?
No. Although systems like these might help you keep your son’s medication organized at home, BSA and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts mandate that medications be bottled properly to be dispensed at Camp. (See above.)
Do over-the-counter medications really need to be in an unopened bottle?
Yes
Are there exceptions to this rule?
No.
I am an adult leader. Do I need a medical form?
Yes. If you are staying for more than three (3) nights, your BSA form should be filled out completely, including a physical from a doctor within the last year. If you are staying for less than three (3) nights, you must complete a BSA form, although a physical is not necessary.
What are the most common reasons a Scout comes to the Health Office?
Dehydration and ticks. Scouts should be sure to drink plenty of water and be vigilant to check for ticks. Frequent showering and hand washing help stop the spread of bacteria and promote good hygiene.
My scout has medication. When should he take it?
Medication is dispensed from:
7:00 – 7:30 am; 8:30 – 9:00 am; 12:45 – 1:15 pm; 5:00 – 5:30 pm; 8:30 – 9:30 pm
It is best for scouts to take morning medications from 7:00 – 7:30 am to ensure that they make it to 9:00 am merit badge classes on time.
What happens if my scout misses his medication?
All medications are prescribed for a reason. Those that are prescribed to be taken daily (or multiple times during a day) are necessary for the patient’s well-being.
Therefore, the following procedures are in place when a scout misses his medication:
First Time – The camper’s Scoutmaster is informed
Second Time – The camper’s parent is called
Third Time – The camper is sent home.
Scouts who repeatedly miss their medications present a significant medical danger to themselves. These boys cannot remain in camp for their own safety.
My son is taking a prescription medication. The dosage has been modified since his physical. What does the camp need to ensure that he receive his medication correctly?
Your son’s medical form and prescription bottle (dosage, frequency, etc.) must match exactly. If the two forms do not match, we need a modified order from the doctor to dispense his medication.
Can I fax or e-mail documents to Camp?
Yes. The fax number is 508-224-9444. Documents may also be emailed: Wlems48@hotmail.com
What are the Health Lodge’s hours?
7:00 am to 10:00 pm for all health concerns. 10:00 pm to 7:00 am for any genuine emergency.
How can I make check-in go more quickly?
The best way to make check-in go faster is to comply completely with all camp health regulations. Delays occur when people do not follow these instructions. This slows everything down. Make sure that you have signed in all the correct places.
What if I have other questions?
Your Scoutmaster should be able to answer most questions, but do not hesitate to call the camp at 508-224-2010 at any time. Answering a question before camp begins might take only seconds, but not knowing the correct answer could potentially cost parents, Scoutmasters, staff, and campers hours of time.
What happens to my son’s medication when camp is over?
All medical forms and medications are returned to your son’s Scoutmaster on Saturday morning. He or she will ensure they are given back to you.
PROCEDURES FOR INFORMING PARENTS WHEN FIRST AID IS RENDERED
In general, for mildly ill or routine medical treatment, the Camp will not call a parent/guardian. However, for serious injury requiring transport to a local hospital, the parent(s)/guardian will be notified at the earliest possible time after the decision to transport has been made by the Camp. It is understood that transport may have already begun before notification is made. For illness not deemed an emergency, parent(s) /guardian may be called and a discussion will be made whether to go to the hospital, MD office, home or not.
CAMP SQUANTO’S PLAN FOR ADMINISTERING MEDICATION—(PRESCRIPTION AND NON-PRESCRIPTION) AND THE PLAN FOR RECORDING THE DISPENSING OF MEDICATION.
Camp will utilize Med Sheets for recording the dispensing of medication. Dispensing of Medication for all Campers/Staff under the age of 18 will be done by the Camp Health Lodge Officer. Medication for those over 18 can be administered by the owner after being declared at the Health Lodge, providing they are kept in a secure location by the owner.
PROCEDURES FOR IDENTIFYING AND PROTECTING CAMPERS WITH ALLERGIES AND/OR OTHER EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION.
UPON ARRIVAL at Camp, each Leader, Scout, Staff member, and guest is asked to check in with the Health Lodge. Upon arrival at the Health Lodge campers must present a Medical Form complete with parent/individual and physician signature.
Health Lodge Staff will review each medical history. By 10:30AM Monday unit leaders will have been notified of all campers with allergies, medical issues that need monitoring, and those who need to be visiting the Health Lodge for medication and their times.
If by 8:00 PM Monday there are campers/staff who have not shown up for scheduled medications, a staff member will deliver a message using NOTICE OF MEDICATION LAPSED FORM directly to a leader in charge of those named. The Leader/Scoutmaster must proceed with the Scout(s) to the Health Lodge
The Health Lodge and Leader/Scoutmaster will call the camper’s parent with camper present informing them of the problem and consequences. The consequences require that the Scout be sent home if he/she is more than one half hour late for a prescribed medication time.
Therefore, if a camper does not show for scheduled medications after being put on notice once, then they will be sent home, without delay.
After Monday evening this same procedure will be followed for any Camper/Staff that does not show up for medication within one half hour of the prescribed time, providing it is their first time.
In brief, mildly ill campers will be treated using good nursing judgment following procedures approved by our Health Care Consultant. Administration of medication will be done by our Camp Health Supervisor following the directions provided by the prescription label or by a written Doctor’s order and for non-prescription products by the product label or by a Doctor’s order. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Emergency health care will be provided on site by trained first aid staff, followed up by our Health Lodge Staff and transport to Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital if deemed necessary.
Camp Squanto is owned and operated by the Old Colony Council, Boy Scouts of America. All questions, concerns, and payments will be handled by the Old Colony Council Service Center located at:
2438 Washington St., Canton, MA 02021. Phone: (781) 828-8350 Fax: (781) 929-0543
In May 2014 the Risk Management Advisory panel (RMAP) which is made up of two Scout executives from each region passed a motion recommending to the Chief Scout Executive that vaping be added to BSA’s tobacco use policy. Wayne Brock has approved this recommendation and therefore, effective with the October 2014 Guide To Safe Scouting Electronic updates Section IV Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Use and Abuse the second paragraph of the Tobacco section will contain a new sentence that states:
This includes the use of electronic cigarettes, personal vaporizers, or electronic nicotine delivery systems which simulates tobacco smoking.
SQUANTO MAIL & PHONE
Mail: Name of Scout
Troop# & Campsite Camp Squanto, BSA
PO Box 931
S. Carver, MA 02366
Phone: (508) 224-2010
FAX: (508) 224-9444
VISITORS
Parents and friends are welcome on Sundays from 1:00 to 6:00 PM. You may tour camp, take advantage of our Trading Post and family picnic area. All visitors are required to sign in at the Camp Office.
Wednesday evening is parent night. Dinner is not available that night, but picnic areas will be made available.
CAMP TELEPHONE & TECHNOLOGY
Our business phones may be used in emergencies to contact parents with the permission of your troop Scoutmaster. Cellphone use at camp is up to the discretion of the troop. Camp Squanto allows their use if used appropriately. The Camp office is not equipped to allow for personal internet use by Scouts or Scouters. Please plan accordingly and try to enjoy a technology-free week.
TRADING POST
Our community store, the Trading Post, is open most of the day except meals. You will find a wide variety of items including T-shirts, patches, mugs, merit badge pamphlets, craft kits, candy, snacks, and soda. Please be sure your Scouts have appropriate spending money as not to feel left out.
CAMP PICTURES
Your troop will have its picture taken by the Camp Photographer on Monday of your week. Pictures will be taken from Noon to 2PM. The cost per troop picture is $13.00
LEADERSHIP
It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that at least two registered adult leaders (they must be on your charter’s roster), one of whom must be over 21 years of age, are present for all trips and outings, which includes residential summer camp. This is the Leadership policy approved by the National Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America. Your cooperation and support is appreciated.
The leader fee schedule is as follows:
| Number of Scouts | Number of Free Leaders |
| 1-8 | 1 |
| 9-16 | 2 |
| 17-24 | 3 |
| 25-32 | 4 |
| 33-40 | 5 |
| 41-48 | 6 |
This schedule applies to unit leaders at least 18 years of age. The fee for all leaders beyond this schedule is $100.00 per week. This helps to cover food and other costs.
FOOD SERVICE
Everyone at camp is served wholesome, well-balanced cafeteria –style meals in the dining hall. The dining hall and cafeteria system are explained at camp. Menus are approved by qualified dietitians.
MEDICAL OFFICER
The services of our Medical Officer at the Health Lodge are on a 24-hour basis. ALL MEDICATION IS ADMINISTERED FROM THE CAMP HEALTH OFFICE. ABSOLUTELY NO MEDICINE OF ANY TYPE IS TO BE KEPT IN THE SITE WITHOUT PRIOR KNOWLEDGE AND APPROVAL OF THE CAMP HEALTH OFFICER. There is no injury too small to be reported and treated. Each Scout and Adult is covered by insurance, but the insurance is valid only if the case is reported, treated, and logged in the Health Lodge records.
BUDDY SYSTEM
The National Boy Scouts of America require that all Scouts utilize the “buddy system”. This requires that two or more campers stay together at all times, day and night, while at Camp Squanto.
EMERGENCIES
In the event of an emergency, a siren will sound. All troops will report back to their campsite where a staff member will check with the leader to see if everyone is present. The staff member reports back to the Camp Director. Leaders will be sent a text message to alert them that the drill has ended or receive more information from the Camp Administration. A STEADY BLAST IS USED AS OUR EMERGENCY SIGNAL. To report an emergency, proceed to the Health Lodge and report your emergency to the Medical Officer on duty.
Back up alarm is the constant ringing of the camp bell.
SCOUT VESPERS
A Scout is Reverent. Scout Vespers will be held weekly at 5:15 PM at the pine grove on Wednesday. The camp memorial services will be held on Thursdays in the Memorial area. At that time, we honor those Scout, Scouters, and volunteers who have passed away.
UNIFORMS
Each Scout should plan to have at least one complete summer uniform in camp. Uniforms are encouraged to be worn for the morning and evening meals. Comfortable clothes and a bathing suit should also be available for daily uses during activities.
COLORS AND RETREAT
These ceremonies are conducted just before breakfast at 7:45 AM and supper at 5:45 PM. Be sure to bring your troop flag in order that Scouts may participate. Troop flags are displayed daily at the Parade Field. No other flags should be flown with your troop’s flag.
TAPS
Taps is each night at 10:00 PM. Campers are expected to be in their sites and quiet at this time. A Scout that requires leaving the site for an emergency trip to the Health Lodge must be accompanied by an adult or camp staff member.
SHOWERS
The Camper shower house (for under 18 years old only) and Adult shower house (with separate male and female units as well as handicapped access units) is available each day from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Troops must provide supervision for their campers when they are utilizing the camper’s shower house. You will also be asked to help us keep the shower house clean by participating in a rotating schedule of cleaning the shower house.
PETS
Please remind parents and leaders that they cannot bring pets to visit or stay at Camp Squanto. This is especially important on Sunday and Saturday because of the number of visitors we have in camp.
VEHICLES
All vehicles must be kept in the main parking lot. Camp trucks will transport all unit gear to their sites, when the entire unit is present. Anyone with special medical disabilities which may require a vehicle for transport are required to notify the Camp Director in writing one week prior to arrival for approval; a special pass will be issued as well as rules for compliance. If a troop has large equipment that they wish to transport, they may do so on Sunday morning, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. There will be no private vehicles allowed after 11:30 AM Sunday.
FUEL STORAGE
Flammable liquids must be stored in our storage facility when not being used. Propane containers which are not connected to a stove or lantern must be in our storage facility. Liquid fuel containers must be stored in our storage facility. All fuels devices, lanterns, stoves, etc., must be operated by adults or under adult supervision.
RAINY DAY ACTIVITIES
Be prepared for the worst. Please make sure that your Scouts have adequate rain gear and warm clothes. Encourage them to bring cards, checkers, and other small games. Don’t hesitate to bring your troop tarps.
LAUNDRY
Laundry services are available at laundromats outside of camp.
INITIATION OR HAZING
All Scouts have received proper initiation through the Scout induction ceremony. Hazing of any type is not permitted at Camp Squanto or anywhere in Scouting.
STRICTLY PROHIBITED ITEMS
Alcohol, drugs, straight blade knives, and fireworks are against Massachusetts Law and are strictly prohibited. Possession and/or use of any of these items will result in dismissal from Camp. A report may also be filed with the local police and fire officials.
FIREARMS
Only Camp-owned .22 caliber firearms and ammunition are permitted in Camp. Privately owned firearms and ammunition of any type are forbidden. They present unnecessary risks and our firearms and ammunition will be provided free of charge. All personal Bows and Arrows must be checked at the Camp Office upon arrival. Please make sure your name and unit number are clearly labeled.
Every Tuesday evening, celebrate Theme Night!
A Brief History
From the very beginning of the movement, George W.P. Magee saw Scouting as an invaluable program for positively shaping and impacting the lives of young men in Massachusetts communities. He found it so important that he established a Trust Fund upon his death to support the building and maintenance of summer camps in the Massachusetts Councils, such as Old Colony Council’s Camp Squanto.
It was George Magee’s desire that the Councils who receive this Fund would celebrate his birthday, which is August 6th. Camp Squanto has committed to not only celebrating during his birthday week, but during every week of summer camp. Every Tuesday evening we celebrate with our George W.P. Magee Theme Night by dressing in costume and participating in an organized activity, in accordance to that summer’s theme, which is different every year.
To celebrate George Magee’s birthday, our Tuesday evening theme for 2017 will be CSI: Camp Squanto Investigates. Troops are encouraged to create entrances designed as crime scenes, forensic labs, or the unit headquarters.
Theme night itself will be completely different from those in recent history. Instead of working as troops, scouts will operate as patrols to hunt around the whole camp "crime scene" and search for the missing staff "CSI" agents. More details on all of this will come as we approach the camping season.
PERSONAL ITEMS
- Pack / Locker
- Sleeping bag / 2 sheets and blanket
- Pillow
- Full Class A summer uniform
- Comfortable walking shoes / Sneakers (1 pair)
- Extra clothing (shorts, pants, shirts, 3 sets)
- Underwear (8 pair)
- Socks (8 pair)
- Cap / Hat
- Jacket
- Laundry bag
- Swim trunks
- Beach towel
- Flip-flops
- Rain gear
- Bath towel, hand towel, wash cloth
- Soap (1 bar)
- Shampoo (1 bottle)
- Toothbrush
- Toothpaste
- Brush / comb
- Lip balm
- Mosquito repellant
- Sun block
- Totin’ Chip card
- Completed Medical Form – Scouts cannot be admitted to camp without a completed form signed by a Doctor and parent or guardian
TROOP/PATROL ITEMS
- Troop & American flags
- Patrol flags
- Scoutmaster Handbook
- Scoutmaster Minutes
- Leader’s Guide
- Troop Record book
- Troop advancement chart
- Thumb tacks
- Song book
- Merit Badge forms
- Merit Badge books
- Pencils, paper, clipboard
- Skit & stunt supplies
- Ceremony equipment
- Troop first aid kit
- Small mirror for washstand
- 100 ft. clothesline
- Alarm clock
- Sun block SPF 15 or better
OPTIONAL ITEMS
- Fishing gear
- Camera
- Baseball glove
- Pocket knife
- Canteen
- Musical instrument
- Bible or prayer book
- White t-shirt (tie-dye)
OTHER THINGS TO BRING:
For Advancement: Merit Badge books, handbook / field book, paper & pencil, MB partial sheets, MB projects (started or completed)
For Swimming & Lifesaving MB, BSA Guard: Long trousers, long-sleeved shirt, and a pair of old sneakers to be used in emergency swim requirements (will be getting wet). Old clothes suggested
For Handicraft Merit Badges: Money for required kits to be bought at Trading Post
For Fishing MB: Fishing gear and pole
For Snorkeling BSA: Mask, fins, snorkel
For Welding: Need leather boots long sleeve shirt and dungaree cotton pants
Be sure to check complete descriptions of Merit Badges for other needs.
Troop photos on Monday - $13.00
Leatherwork kits for those taking the merit badge - $6.00 - $8.00
Basketry kits for those taking the merit badge (Need 1 Sm & 1 Lg basket kit: $5.25 ea.) - $10.50
Woodcarving kits for those taking the merit badge - $2.00 - $5.00
Robotics kits for those taking the merit badge - $10.00 - $40.00
Electronics - $10.00
SCOUT VESPERS
Each year we plan to have a camp chaplain. The Camp Chaplain will help to ensure that Camp Squanto maintains a spirit of reverence which will aid in the development of character, citizenship, and fitness.
To this end, the Camp Chaplain will be available on Wednesdays each week to conduct a Scout Vespers at 5:15 PM to encourage the saying of “grace” before meals, to promote the importance of the Scout Religious Emblems and Chaplain’s Aid programs, to visit your unit and program areas as time allows, to counsel campers, staff and adult volunteer leaders, to help foster good relations among scouts, and to help build camp morale.
The Chaplain desires to be a resource, to set a spiritual atmosphere while in camp, to maintain confidentiality, and to assist you in any way possible. I wish all of you a most blessed, healthy, happy, safe, and fun experience here at Camp Squanto! May the Lord God bless you through the summer.
Vespers is not intended to be a substitute for one’s own family and religious obligations, but merely a short time dedicated for the purpose of being reverent.
ARRIVAL
Plan your troop arrival between 1:00 -2:00 PM -- PLEASE!! NO EARLIER THAN 1:00 PM. Troops are asked to gather in the parking lot in front of their campsite sign, where a staff member will greet you as your troop guide. Once in your campsite, have your Scouts select their bunks and get into swim trunks and shoes. The next stop is the Health Lodge with your Medical forms for their re-check. Then it is on to the Waterfront for swim tests. Afterwards, return to your campsite and set-up and prepare for colors and dinner.
ORIENTATION
The Camp Director will conduct orientation before dinner on the Parade Field at 5:30 PM.
RETREAT
This follows camp orientation and precedes dinner, usually around 5:45 PM. Full uniform please!
DINNER
The camp will begin to serve dinner beginning around 6:00 PM following an explanation of dining hall procedures. Scouts signed up for the Flight to Eagle Program (1st year campers) will meet after dinner for orientation.
TWILIGHT ACTIVITIES
Most camp program areas will be open and available for your use from 7:00 – 8:00 PM. This is a great time for Scouts to meet the staff in all the program areas.
OPENING CAMPFIRE
Units will assemble at 8:15 PM at the parade field for our opening campfire.
YOUR LAST DAY IN CAMP
**Closing ceremonies for the week will begin at 9:30 on Saturday morning. All families are encouraged to attend.
| 7:00 AM | Reveille | Rise and Shine |
| 7:45 AM | Colors | Parade Field |
| | Waiters Call | Dining Hall |
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast | |
| 9:00 AM | Morning Activity Period | Session #1 |
| 10:00 AM | Morning Activity Period | Session #2 |
| 10:30 AM | Scoutmaster's Council | Dining Hall Porch |
| 11:00 AM | Morning Activity Period | Session #3 |
| 12:15 PM | Lunch | |
| 1:00 PM | Siesta | Troops in campsites |
| | SPL Meeting | |
| 2:00 PM | Afternoon Activity Period | Session #4 |
| 3:00 PM | Afternoon Activity Period | Session #5 |
| 4:00 PM | Afternoon Activity Period | Session #6 |
| 5:00 PM | Troops in Campsites | |
| 5:45 PM | Retreat/Colors and Waiters Call | |
| 6:00 PM | Supper | |
| 7:00 PM | Twilight Activities | Open Areas/Campwide Program |
| 8:15 PM | Campwide Evening Activities | |
| 9:30 PM | Program ends for the day | |
| 10:00 PM | Camp Taps | Scouts in their sites |
Morning Activity Periods are designed for individual advancement. Afternoon Activity Periods are designed primarily for recreation. Scouts may also choose an additional Merit Badge or two.
Twilight Activity Period is designed as free time for Scouts to participate in any camp activity. ALL program areas are open for individual Scouts. This time is also available for Scouts to participate in our Patch Segment Program and with troop competitions. Remember to observe the Buddy System everywhere.
Patrol Activity Hour
In an effort to increase the amount of patrol-based activities that Squanto Scouts participate in, we are now offering a full hour of patrol activities every day. Sometimes called the PAC (patrol activity challenge), this hour is full of a range of different things that encourage growth and fun as a patrol. While the activities vary from week-to-week, they have previously included Dutch oven cooking, camp-wide capture the flag, rocket building, and tug-of-war. New creative ideas are created each week, so there's always something fresh in the PAC hour!
SUGGESTED CAMP WIDE TWILIGHT & EVENING WEEKLY ACTIVITIES
| Campfires | Songfest | Bouldering Wall |
| New Games | Ranges | Tie Dye |
| Boating | Outpost Camping | Indian Games |
| Apache Relay | Tot'in Chip | Nature Trail |
| Water Competitions | Compass Course | Boat Races |
| Swim Meets | Sports Extravaganza | Trails Programs |
| World Cons. Award | | |
CAMP SQUANTO AWARDS
Each program center presents special awards and certificates during the week for various contests and achievements. Here are some of our current awards.
EVENING ACTIVITIES:
| Apache Relay | Program Area |
| Spot-light Nights | Campwide Competitions |
| Pebble Program | Skills Instructions |
| Campfires | Theme Night |
Some evening activities are inter-troop competitions. Prizes are usually awarded the day following the event at one of the meals or at the closing campfire, or the Awards Ceremony on Saturday morning.
COMPETITIONS – TROOP - VS.- TROOP:
| Water basketball | Water polo |
| War canoes | Volleyball |
| Greased Watermelon | Scout Skills Competitions (in all areas) |
| Tug-of-war | Ultimate Frisbee |
| Basketball | Horseshoes |
| Softball | Kickball |
| Dodgeball | Soccer |
| Frisbee | Golf |
COMPETITIONS - WITHIN THE TROOP:
- Scavenger Hunts
- Games of all sorts
- New Games
- Basketball
*INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
- Totin’ chip
- Presidential Environmental Youth Award
- Pebbles Program
- World Conservation Award
- Firem’n Chit
*These awards present challenging events for many older and experienced scouts.
- Four (4) hours conservation work. WORK DETERMINED BY NATURE DIRECTOR. THIS WORK CANNOT COUNT TOWARDS ANOTHER BADGE, AWARD, OR TOWARDS AN ADVANCEMENT SERVICE PROJECT.
- Explain how the conservation work you do will:
- HELP control erosion
- CONTRIBUTE to the management of the forest
- INCREASE the number of wildlife in the area.
- Discuss a Scout's commitment to ecology and conservation. Review the Outdoor Code. Tell what you could do in your community to work towards these goals.
- Discuss a national ECOLOGY PROBLEM and give possible SUGGESTIONS.
This is considered an older Scout award and it requires time that may conflict with Merit Badge work. It is not restricted, however, to the older Scouts.
Some troops have elected to work on this award as a special troop project.
A special patch and certificate are available to all who complete this special award.
AQUATICS
- Dock Swim
- Swim areas
- Boating
- Water Polo
- War canoes
- Volleyball
NATURE
- Nature Games
- Nature-Ecology Trail
- Stalking & Camouflage
- Conservation Projects
- Swamp Stomp
HANDICRAFT
- Troop Plaque
- Tie Dye
- Leatherwork
- Orienteering
SCOUTCRAFT
- Lashing Knots, Splices
- Wood Tools
- Tower Building
SPORTS
- Basketball
- Softball
- Contests
- Kickball
- Dodgeball
- Soccer
- Baseball
- Frisbee Golf
SHOOTING SPORTS
Use the Camp Squanto Merit Badge Schedule at troop meeting(s) prior to coming to Camp to determine the interest of Scouts.
ADVANCEMENT POLICY
The Council Advancement Committee, under the supervision and authority of the Executive Board has mandated guidelines for the processing of merit badges by the Old Colony Council camp staff. The camp counselor will only be able to certify a Scout for the COMPLETION of requirements completed at camp. It is the Scout's responsibility to have the merit badge application signed by the TROOP'S merit badge counselor. Consequently, a Scout will not be required to ask his Scoutmaster for a letter verifying requirements completed outside of camp. The SCOUTMASTER WILL BE ABLE TO VERIFY THE WORK DONE DIRECTLY ON THE MERIT BADGE APPLICATION.
In preparing your summer camp program, a reminder that certain merit badge requirements cannot be completed within a Scout's stay at camp. There are five badges in particular in which only partial completion can be awarded by the camp staff.
CAMPING
For requirement #8d, the Scout must cook 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner.
For requirements #9 a, b, c the Scout has to sleep under a tent under the stars for 20 nights.
PERSONAL FITNESS
For requirement #1b, the Scout must visit a dentist and get a written statement pertaining to his tooth care.
For requirement #8, carry out daily for 12 weeks six exercises for all-round physical development.
SPORTS
For requirement #3, a Scout must participate for a full season as a member of an organized team sport.
GOLF
For requirement #7, a Scout must play a minimum of 2 nine-hole rounds or one 18-hole round of golf.
ART
For requirement #4, the Scout can visit an art museum or the gallery in the blockhouse.
Information about the camp areas and schedules of programs held.
Being a good equestrian isn’t just about riding, it’s about gaining leadership skills though everyday interactions on the ground and in the saddle. This program is designed for the Scout who want to not only earn the Equestrian Merit Badge but also become a strong independent equestrian. In order to be able feel confident in handling a 1000 pound animal takes time and practice.
Cost $240.00 a week includes Transportation to and from Mare Willow Farm in Plymouth, MA. 3hours daily of horsemanship training, Horse care and riding. Scout will also have a full 3 hour showcase session at Squanto.
EAGLE WEEK INFO
This course will not be held during the 2017 Camping season due to the 2017 Jamboree. It will return in the 2018 Camping Season
This policy is applicable to all Camp Programs including but not limited to Troop Summer Camping, Site Reservations, NYLT, Cub Day Camp, Facility and Equipment usage, and other specialty Programs. It also covers Jamborees, High Adventure Treks, and Leadership Training courses.
Monies used for required deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.*
Monies used for fees are refundable or transferable up to two weeks prior to the event. Refunds will be based on total fees paid LESS any expenses related to contractual agreements or other expenses incurred on YOUR behalf. All requests for refunds must be made IN WRITING to the Old Colony Council, 2438 Washington Street, Canton, MA 02021.
*$50.00 of all early bird fees will be considered as a non-refundable deposit.
The following leadership policy for all BSA trips and outings was approved by the National Executive Board and is effective immediately. **
It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that trips and outings may never be held by only one adult. At least two adult leaders, one of whom must be 21 years of age or older, are required for all trips and outings. It is the responsibility of the chartered organization of any Cub Scout Pack, Boy Scout Troop, Varsity Scout Team, or Explorer Post/Ship to inform the committees and leadership of the unit that sufficient adult leadership is provided on all trips and outings.
The “Safety Rules of Four” requires that no fewer than FOUR individuals (always a minimum of two adults) go on any back country expedition or campout. If an accident occurs, one person stays with the injured and two go for help.
Your full cooperation and support is needed and appreciated.
**This policy will be strictly enforced and adhered to by the Old Colony Council.
Summer Camp is an important part of the program of the Boy Scouts of America. It is in the camp atmosphere and in the outdoor program that the character building and citizenship purposes of the
Scouting program are best taught. It is also at camp that the responsibilities for caring for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Varsity Scouts, Venturers, and Explorers become 24-hour-a-day duty.
Members of the Boy Scouts of America come from all kinds of backgrounds, and they bring their experiences to camp with them. In meeting your leadership responsibilities, you may be confronted with situations that are alien to your experience. You may be unsure how to resolve them. Child abuse is one such situation, and regardless of your background, you are responsible for the physical and emotional safety of those in your care. Be a source of strength and help the Scouts in your camp.
Reporting Child Abuse and Sexual Exploitation
Child Abuse is a crime against youth. Child abuse can involve the mental, physical, and sexual victimization of children. Most camp staff and unit leaders are not trained to make judgements about whether a child has been a victim of any kind of child abuse. The Boy Scouts of America has made it a policy that the Scout Executive of each council, as well as key members of the professional and volunteer staff becomes familiar with child abuse and its various manifestations. This guideline follows both the Youth Protection principles of our National Office, as well as Massachusetts State Law.
If you suspect that a child in camp is a victim of child abuse you must report this to your camp directors. They will discuss your suspicions with you and possibly talk to the child. In most cases, persons with knowledge of suspected child abuse are required to report the case to the child protective services agency. Failure to report leads to criminal penalties in the State of Massachusetts. All states provide immunity from prosecution for reporting suspected child abuse in good faith. Your camp directors will be able to explain these responsibilities to you.
Detecting Sexual Molestation
Some forms of abuse may not leave obvious physical evidence. There are, however, behavioral signs that may indicate abuse. This is especially true of children who have been sexually molested. You should be alert to these signs of sexual abuse:
- Change in behavior, extreme mood swings, withdrawal, fearfulness, crying
- Bed-wetting, nightmares, fear of going to bed, or other sleep disturbances
- Inappropriate sexual activity of showing an unusual interest in sexual matters
- Regression to infantile behavior
- Pain, itching, bleeding, fluid or rawness in the private areas. These problems should be attended to by a nurse or physician
- A fear of certain places, people or activities – especially being alone with certain people
You should note that some of the behaviors might have other explanations. A child who comes to summer camp or other outdoor activities is coming to an unfamiliar environment and may experience homesickness, or anxieties that can lead to behaviors similar to the signs of sexual molestation. Do not simply discount the
behavior as homesickness, however. Immediately bring it to the attention of the Camp Director or camp nurse. Even if the child’s behavior is a result of homesickness, his outdoor experience can be much more enjoyable if the cause of the distress is addressed. You are in a position to be a real help to youth placed in your care.
What to Do
At some point, a youth in your care may tell you that someone has molested him. If this happens, we want you to be prepared to help the child. Follow the guidelines below if a child indicates that he or she may have been the victim of abuse or exploitation:
- Don’t panic or overreact to the information disclosed by the child
- Don’t criticize the child
- Don’t make phone calls
Do respect the child’s privacy. Take the child into the Camp Office away from other Scouts. It is important to discuss the child’s situation only with the Camp Director and/or camp nurse who will discuss the situation with the Scout Executive and with the child protective services agency. It should not become the topic of conversation in the staff lounge. Camp is a hard place to keep information confidential. Your Scouts should not become the subject of camp gossip.
Do make sure that the child feels that he is not to blame about what happened. Tell the child that no one should ask him to keep a special secret and that it is okay to talk about what happened with the appropriate adults. Try to avoid repeated interviews about this incident. This can be very stressful for the child. Do regard this always as an urgent matter.
Precautions against Accusations of Sexual Abuse or Exploitation
Child abuse is a serious criminal offense. As a camp leader with the responsibility for caring for children, you may be placed in sensitive situations making you vulnerable to claims of child molestation. If you take these simple precautions, however, you may need not be afraid of groundless accusations.
Have other leaders present when supervising showers, changing into swim suits, and other circumstances in which the child may be dressing and undressing.
Respect the privacy of the child. Do not become intrusive in such areas as bodily functions more than is necessary to monitor the health and safety of the child. The child has the right to reject displays of affection if he feels uncomfortable about them. Not every child comes from a background in which affection is openly displayed. Respect the child’s wishes.
Protect your own privacy –In some camp living situations, camp staff live with their campers –there will be a natural curiosity about boyfriends or girlfriends, personal relationship, and with some of the older campers, sexual activity. You should use common sense in discussing these subjects with your campers, and keep private the details of those areas of your life that are nobody’s business but your own.
Sexual exploitation should not be confused with physical contacts that are true expressions of affection or friendship. A warm and healthy relationship can exist between the camper and the staff if staff members respect the child and place reasonable limits on their physical interaction.
It is the policy of the Old Colony Council that all incidents, whether real or imagined, of child abuse be reported to the Camp Director. The Camp Director will discuss the report with the Scout Executive and a decision will be made on following up on the report. The Council will take every strong position on child abuse and in all cases will discuss the report with the Department of Social Services and/or the District Attorney.
In order for the Department of Social Services to accept a report and begin an investigation, a specific allegation that a child has been (1) sexually abuse, or (2) that the harm or threatened harm has come by the acts of omissions of the person responsible for the child’s welfare.
The Department does not investigate cases based on a statement about a child’s general condition. There must be some connection between the condition and “harm” or “threatened harm” to a specific child, and that harm or threatened harm must allegedly be imposed by a “person responsible for the child’s welfare”.
In order for the Department of Social Services to accept a report noting that a child has undergone a marked behavior change or a report indicating a child’s parents are drinking heavily, in and of itself, would not justify investigation.
You are encouraged, when you are unsure whether a situation constitutes a report, to discuss it with the Camp Director or Scout Executive. State law protects you when reporting child abuse cases. Although your identity can be kept confidential, your open participation in the process can provide the most benefit to the child and the parent. If you do request that your identity be withheld, it will be, unless the case goes to court. If there is a court hearing, your identity must be disclosed, but State Law provides you with civil or criminal immunity with may arise from a report made in good faith.
Unit Responsibilities
Adult leaders of Scouting units are responsible for monitoring the behavior of youth members and interceding when necessary. Parents of youth members who misbehave should be informed and asked for assistance.
The BSA does not permit the use of corporal punishment by unit leaders when disciplining youth members.
The unit committee should review repetitive or serious incidents of misbehavior in consultation with the parents of the child to determine a course of corrective action including possible revocation of the youth’s membership in the unit.
If problem behavior persists, units may revoke a Scout’s membership in that unit. When a unit revokes a Scout’s membership, it should promptly notify the council of the action. The unit should inform the Scout Executive of any violations of the BSA’s Youth Protection policies.
Each Cub Scout den and Webelos Scout den, and each chartered Cub Scout pack, Boy Scout troop, Varsity Scout team and Venturing crew shall have one leader 21 years of age or leader, who shall be registered and serve as the unit or den leader. The head of the chartered organization or chartered organization representative and the local council must approve the registration of the unit or den leader on the appropriate form.
Listed below are brief outlines of insurance coverage provided by or through the local council:
Comprehensive General Liability Insurance.
This coverage provides protection for the Council, all Scouting professionals and employees, Scouting units, chartered organizations and volunteer Scouters (whether or not registered) with respect to claims arising in performance of their duties in Scouting. Coverage is more than $15,000,000 for bodily injury and properly damage.
The insurance provided Scouting volunteers through the BSA General Liability Insurance program is excess over any other insurance the volunteer might have to his or her benefit, usually a homeowners, personal liability, and auto liability policy. There is no coverage for those who commit intentional or criminal acts.
By providing insurance coverage to volunteers on an excess basis, BSA is able to purchase higher limits. Because of the high limits, volunteers should NOT be placed in a position where their assets are jeopardized because of a negligence liability claim or lawsuit.
Automobile Liability Insurance
All vehicles MUST be covered by a liability insurance policy. The amount of this coverage must meet or exceed the insurance requirement of the state in which the vehicle is licensed. (It is recommended, however, that coverage limits are at least $50,000/$100,000/$50,000). Any vehicle carrying ten (10) or more passengers is required to have limits of $100,000/$500,000/$100,000 or $500,000 single limit. In case of rented vehicles, the requirement of coverage limits can be met by combining the limits of personal coverage carried by the driver with coverage carried by the owner of the rented vehicle. All vehicles used in travel outside the United States must carry a liability insurance policy that complies with or exceed the requirements of that country. The council’s automobile liability insurance is excess of the insurance the owner of the auto carries, providing insurance protection about the limits carried on the auto up to the council’s $15,000,000 limit of coverage.
Unit Accident Insurance Plan (Mutual of Omaha)
Unit Accident insurance is available through the Council. Information is sent to units each year in their charter renewal kits, and the coverage must be applied for by the unit. This plan provides coverage for accident medical expenses and accidental death and dismemberment while participating in any approved and supervised Scouting activity, including going to and from meetings. New members are automatically covered under the plan until the renewal date. Non-Scouts attending scheduled activities (including group travel to and from such activities) for the purpose of being encouraged to participate in Scouting are also automatically covered. However, the plan does not cover parents, siblings or other guests.
Council Accident & Sickness Insurance (Mutual of Omaha)
This Accident and Sickness insurance may be provided for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Explorers and adult volunteer leader registered in the Council, and covers them for accidents and sickness (as well as accidental death and dismemberment) while participating in any official Scouting activity. This coverage is applied for by the Council and is in effect on an annual basis. Additional information on coverage, limits, etc., may be obtained by contacting the Council office.
ALL SERIOUS INCIDENTS, ACCIDENTS AND/OR SICKNESS, OR IF A SUMMONS IS SERVED ON A VOLUNTEER, PLEASE REPORT TO THE COUNCIL SERVICE CENTER IMMEDIATELY
Call the Old Colony Council office (781-828-8360)
And ask for Rick Poirier
If you have a question related to insurance.
Periodic review of security concerns of the site
- Leaders will be instructed to “stop in” their campsites throughout the day on a regular basis
- The Camp Staff will be trained in all of the following procedures and are encouraged to walk around camp during program hours to look for intruders.
- Taps is at 10:00 PM daily. Under the direction of the “Patrol Staff”, staff will walk through all camp areas looking for anyone or anything out of the ordinary. This will also be done in the parking lot.
- Staff taps are at 11:00 PM. Staff can also assist in watching for anything out of the ordinary. The Directors are equipped with phones to call the Administration Building/Camp Director at any time.
Training for staff and campers when appropriate, about steps to take in such instances.
The following steps will be shared with the staff during staff training week, with the leaders during the leader meetings, and Senior Patrol Leaders during their meetings.
- All visitors must report to the Administration Building to sign in and sign out. This book will be monitored by the Camp Director or his/her designee.
- If an unauthorized person is suspected, notify the closest program area. Most major program areas are equipped with a phone and should contact the Administration Building/Camp Directo and stand by to give or receive further instructions from the Camp Director or his/her designee.
- Once the Camp Director is notified of the situation, he/she will proceed to the area with the Program Director or another adult to question the destination of the individual in question.
- If the person in question flees, an “Incident Report of an Unauthorized Person” form should be completed as soon as possible.
- Program areas should continue, unless the situation warrants the sounding of the camp alarm. All Scouters, Scouts, and staff are instructed to report to their campsite and do a roll call.
- The Scout Executive is notified of the situation. An assessment is made to the severity of the Problem and call the Plymouth Police, if needed.
- Leaders will be instructed to train their Scouts on the above procedures. Most importantly, stress to the Scouts NOT to approach the person and to find an adult immediately. The Buddy System should be strictly enforced at all times.
- The staff will participate in an Emergency Drill during staff week. In addition, they will conduct a scenario of an unauthorized person entering camp.
- A phone list will be kept by the telephones in the Administration Building, Health Lodge and the Welcome Lodge.
- We have a letter from the Plymouth Police on file for service. They usually call the Administration Building if there are problems or concerns in the area. It has been very helpful to have a working relationship with the Police Department.
- Lastly, no one should speak to the media. An official media spokesperson will be designated by the Scout Executive.
Procedures regarding the release of Campers who are minors to a parent or to persons other than a legal parent or guardian at the Camp Squanto Scout Reservation.
- If a parent/legal guardian needs to pick up their child during his week at camp, the following procedure will be followed. They need to sign out the child in the Administration Building.
- Have a note attached to the Scout’s Medical Form.
- Sign out their Scout at the Administration Building
- If no note is attached to the Medical Form, the Medical Form parental signature will be used to verify the signatures and information
- Complete a “Camp Squanto Release of Scout Form
- If a person other than a parent or legal guardian needs to pick up a camper, the following procedures will be followed:
- Have a note attached to the Scout’s Medical Form
- Complete the “Camp Squanto Release of Scout Form”, with Scoutmaster’s signature. Verification of Identification required with photo ID.
- If no note is attached to the Medical Form, a note must accompany the adult signing out the Scout with the signature verified by use of the Medical Form.
- If the signature is not verifiable, or no note is available, the Scoutmaster and Camp Director will contact the parents by phone. If not verifiable or the Camp Director is uncomfortable with the information, the Scout will not be released.
The Camp Squanto Leader’s Guide Book states the above procedures as National/Camp Policies. These new policies will also be discussed at all Leader Orientation Meetings.
This procedure is to ensure the safety of your/our youth.
Visitors
- Any visitor who will be staying in Camp must check in at the Office and receive a wrist band, which must be worn at all times while in camp.
- Exception --- during special events – Apache Relay and Saturday closing ceremonies.
The above will go into effect one hour after the event is over
- All units are reserved at their current site until October 1st 2017*
- To reserve your site for the next camping season, complete the Summer Camp Site Application and turn it in with the minimum site deposit before you leave Summer Camp.
- If you plan on changing to a different week or plan to change your site within the same week, you may reserve that site immediately IF it is open after October 1st. If the site is not currently open, it is recommended that you pay the deposit for your current site and call or visit the Old Colony Council Service Center the week following October 1st and inquire about site availability.
2018 DATES:
Week # 1___ July 1 – July 7
Week # 2___ July 8 – July 14
Week # 3___ July 15 – July 21
Week # 4___ July 22 – July 28
Week # 5___ July 29 – Aug 4
Week # 6___ Aug 5 - Aug 11
Available Campsites: Agawam, Apache, Blackfoot, Chippewa, Comanche, Dakota, Delaware, Eries, Mohican, Penobscot, Pioneer, Wampanoag, Souix
1st Payment October 1, 2017 $200.00
2nd Payment April 1, 2017 $400.00 additional
Final Payment May 15, 2017
*Troops must submit a summer camp roster with this final payment to assist the camp administration.
Use the Camp Squanto Daily Schedule Worksheet (see next page) at troop meeting(s) prior to coming to camp to record each scout's schedule at camp. It is VERY helpful to make sure that both the scout and troop leader have a copy of this completed form at camp.
FROM SOUTH OF PLYMOUTH (CAPE COD)
Take route 3 north to exit 3 (Long Pond Road) Take a left onto Long Pond Road
Follow the signs that read “Myles Standish State Forest” Take a left into Myles Standish State Forest (Alden Road)
At the first fork (approximately 1.6 miles) – bear left; Camp Squanto sign is on the post, Upper College Pond Road.
Keep following the signs that read Camp Squanto (Be careful this is a curvy road and is patrolled)
The entrance is opposite Fearing Pond
Take this right and follow this curving road all the way to the Camp Squanto parking lot
FROM NORTH OF PLYMOUTH (BOSTON)
Take route 3 south to exit 5 (Long Pond Road) Take a right onto Long Pond Road
Follow the signs that read “Myles Standish State Forest” Take a right into Myles Standish State Forest (Alden Road)
At the first fork (approximately 1.6 miles) – bear left; Camp Squanto sign is on the post, Upper College Pond Road.
Keep following the signs that read Camp Squanto (Be careful this is a curvy road and is patrolled)
You will pass the entrance to Charge Pond and Camp Cachalot; we are the next entrance opposite Fearing Pond.
Take this right and follow this curving road all the way to the Camp Squanto parking lot.
FROM NORTH WEST OF PLYMOUTH
Take route 24 south Route 495 south
Take exit 2 off 495 (which is Route 58)
Follow the signs that read “Myles Standish State Forest”
You will come to a fork in the road (approximately 2.6 miles) where route 58 bears to the left – stay to
the right on Tremont Street.
Continue to Cranberry Road (approximately .8 miles). Take a right onto Cranberry Road. This will take you to the Forest Headquarters building (approximately 2.8 miles). Be careful; this is a curvy road and is patrolled.
Go left at the hairpin turn around College Pond to a right onto Upper College Pond Road. Follow the signs that read “Camp Squanto”. You will pass the entrances to Charge Pond and Camp Cachalot; we are the next entrance opposite Fearing Pond. Take this right and follow this curving road all the way to the Camp Squanto Parking Lot.
An old man, going a lone highway,
came at evening, cold and gray,
to a chasm vast and deep and wide;
thru which was flowing a sullen tide . . .
the old man crossed in the twilight dim,
the sullen stream had no fear for him;
but he turned when safe on the other side
and built a bridge to span the tide.
“Old man,” said a fellow pilgrim near,
“you are wasting your strength with building here;
your journey will end with the ending day,
you never again will pass this way;
you’ve crossed the chasm deep and wide;
why build this bridge at evening tide?”
The builder lifted his old gray head
“good friend, in the path I have come,” he said,
“there followeth after me today,
a youth whose feet must pass this way;
this chasm that has been naught to me
to him may a pitfall be;
he, too, must cross in the twilight dim . . .
Good friend, I am building this bridge for him.”
