Hello Day Camp Den Leaders!

I am Camp Director for the 2007 Day Camp "Cub Scouts on Vacation". I am sending you this e-mail to help you prepare for camp. You should have also received an e-mail for your Cub Scout listing information about ATTENDING camp. This e-mail has specific information for Den Leaders. Please read both e-mails.

You should also have received a Den Roster. If you have not received your Den Roster, please e-mail Romi. Her e-mail is at the end of this document. If you did not receive the Cub Scout e-mail, it is posted on the Day Camp Website at: daycamp.btbsa.org

Job Description:

The Den Leader is responsible for escorting a den of boys throughout the day at camp, ensuring their safety and encouraging active participation in the programs and activities. The Den Leader assists activity area leaders as needed. Den Leaders should direct Den and Program questions to the Program Director.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Each Den needs to provide an Ice Chest (or two) to store the Den's lunches
• Each Den needs to provide a "Den Tent". This can be set up on the Sunday before camp along Den Row. See map on website for locations.
• Den Leaders should arrive at camp no later than 8:00 AM.
• Den Leaders, Assistant Den Leaders or Den Chiefs will collect the den's lunches, place them in the cooler before the sessions begin.
• Take attendance and assemble your den at the Flag Pole by 8:40. Attendance sheets must be turned in to HQ by 9 AM.
• Escort den from place to place, keeping den members together and under control at all times.
• Keep accurate advancement records on all scouts.
• Ensure that the cubs use the Buddy System whenever they leave the den. This includes, but is not limited to, all trips to the restroom, first aid station and HQ.
• You are responsible for the discipline of your den. It is not the job of the Den Chief or staff. Uncontrollable cubs should be brought to the Camp Director. Please review the page on discipline in the Volunteer Manual.
• Den Leaders will eat lunch with their dens. Please see that your area is clean before you leave for the next session.
• Den’s are encouraged to have their own den yell and flag. Carry the flag from session to session. Songs and yells build enthusiasm and promote togetherness.
• Report all injuries and/or illness promptly to the Health Officer (bring mobile patients to Health Officer).
• Escort Cub Scouts if they need to leave the den and adult supervision is required. Youth Protection Guidelines and the buddy system must be observed at all times.

General Volunteer Information:

• Headquarters opens at 7:45 am. Den Leaders should arrive at camp before 8:00 AM. All volunteers must sign in at the Headquarters tent each morning before camp begins.
• Wear comfortable clothing, but no halter tops or similar abbreviated clothing. Open Toed shoes are not allowed.
• BE PREPARED TO PARTICIPATE AND HAVE FUN.
• Bring your own lunch and be prepared to store it safely.
• Should rain interrupt the outdoor sessions, report to your designated tent. Do not evacuate camp unless the Camp Director announces that Camp is cancelled for the day.
• Smoking or smokeless tobacco is prohibited around the Cubs (and siblings) during Day Camp.
• Alcohol is prohibited at Day Camp.

Things to WEAR to camp:

• 2007 Day Camp T-Shirt
• Shorts or pants
• Closed-Toe Shoes
• Sunscreen

If you are going to be swimming with your den, you might want to wear a swim suit. Many volunteers swim in their shorts.
If you wear a swim suit, be aware there is no place to change before or after swimming, so come dressed accordingly.
Swim suit dress code: Males – swim trunks; Females – one piece swim suits

Things to BRING to camp:

• Swim shoes (If you go in the lake, you must wear swim shoes. Crocs are not swim shoes)
• Towel
• Sunscreen (to reapply at lunchtime)
• A nutritious, non-perishable lunch with drink
• Plastic cup on string or lanyard

Things NOT to bring to camp:

• Open toed shoes
• Knives of any kind
• Walkie-Talkies or Two-way Radios
• Pets / Animals
• Tobacco
• Alcohol
• ANYTHING YOU CAN'T LOSE OR LIVE WITHOUT
  Things get lost and broken at camp -- please don't bring anything really valuable

Note:

• Label all items with a Sharpie pen or fabric paint/marker. Put your name on ALL items being brought to camp!
• Do not remove your swim test wristband.
• Car Pool if possible.

Emergency Phone Number

The emergency number for Day Camp is (985) 373-7284. This phone will be monitored while Camp Staff is at camp. You should call this number if you are not going to be able to make it to camp or are going to be late. You can also give out this number for people to contact you at camp if there is an emergency and they need to get in touch with you.

Day Camp Website

Be sure to visit the Bogue Tuchenna District Day Camp Website at: daycamp.btbsa.org  There is a lot more information about camp available there.

We are excited you are coming to camp and look forward to seeing you there.

Matthew Hamey, Camp Director
thew42 @ gmail.com

Julie Aleshire, Aquatics Director
Assistant Camp Director
jules5363 @ hotmail.com

Romi Hamey, Program Director
pinkscouter @ gmail.com

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