Here are things that need to be done before camp. Review the "what to bring to camp" list.

1. TURN IN BSA CLASS 1 & 2 MEDICAL TO SCOUTMASTER:

a. Complete the health history section and sign the form.

b. You MUST attach a medical examination form signed by a licensed physician within the past 36 months, or take your son to the doctor for a physical and have the doctor sign the enclosed form. Class 3 required for Powderhorn.

c. A parent must sign form within 1 year of camp.

2. REVIEW THE ACTIVITY LISTING SHOWING MERIT BADGES AND OTHER PROGRAMS OFFERED AT CAMP FRIEDLANDER:

Listed by some merit badges are age requirements and pre-requisites your son may need to do before going to camp. Please help your son prepare for a successful experience at camp by helping him review the merit badge requirements and follow up to see that he completes any pre-requisites listed.

3. SPENDING MONEY:

The amount to bring depends on your own circumstances, program plans, and your family's wishes. Ordinarily, the average Scout spends about $20 - $50 during a week's stay at camp.

4. VISITORS:

Parents and other visitors are always welcome to observe the programs and facilities at Camp Friedlander. Since the Troop has a schedule of activities planned, please check with troop leaders first, so that you don't miss seeing your son. All visitors are required to sign-in at the Camp Office upon arrival and will be given a visitor wristband to wear.

5. GUEST MEALS:

At Camp are always available: Breakfast $4.00, Lunch $5.00, and Dinner $6.00. Purchase meal tickets at the Camp Office. Children 6 and under eat free.

6. FAMILY CAMPING IS NOT PERMITTED

At Camp Friedlander. The only children under 18 permitted to stay overnight are registered Boy Scouts with a troop.

7. SEND CARDS, LETTERS AND "CARE" PACKAGES TO YOUR SON AT CAMP!

Send the first on Friday before we leave for Camp. That way it will get there on Monday or Tuesday. If you send a "care" package, please send enough so that your son can share it with his patrol or with the whole Troop. Experience shows that a postcard, letter, or care package goes a long way toward keeping your son happy at camp!

Address:

Scout's name Troop # 682, Chippewa Campsite Camp Friedlander 581 Ibold Road Loveland, OH 45140

 

8. PLEASE DISCOURAGE YOUR SON FROM CALLING HOME DURING CAMP!

Calls home tend to disrupt the troop schedule. If one of our troop's leaders believes that it is necessary for your son to call home, permission will be granted. An adult leader must accompany a scout while he uses the phone.

9. LABEL YOUR SON'S PERSONAL BELONGINGS:

Each year campers leave clothing and other personal belongings the camp staff cannot return because it is without a name or troop number. We suggest that parents use an indelible fine point marker to label items with your son's name and Troop #. A lost and found area will be designated. The camp will not be responsible for missing items. Valuable items should not be brought to camp. Raccoons in the area have been known to pilfer valuable items. All items will be kept for 1 week after camp. After this they will be donated to a local clothing drive.

10. FIREWORKS:

Fireworks of any kind are not permitted at camp.

11. SWIM TRUNKS:

If your son has not completed an advance swim check, please have your son wear his swim trunks under his uniform on Sunday.

12. LEAVE AT HOME:

Matches, candles, and pets. Any Scout with a knife must have it approved in advance by the Scoutmaster and carry a signed TOT'N'CHIP card.

13. PARENT'S NIGHT IS FRIDAY NIGHT STARTING AT 5:30 PM.

Come have dinner with your son and see your son's campsite and Camp Friedlander. Dinner is at 5:30 PM and the cost is $6.00 per person. Register for dinner through your troop. After dinner, the camp will have open program areas and a closing campfire program. All are invited. Troops are responsible for assisting the disabled.