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Delivering the Promise Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of America
2017 - Camp Raymond Almanac and Leaders Guide _______________________________________________
Eric Hiser Council
President
Timothy Smith Council
Commissioner
Larry C. Abbott Scout
Executive
2969 N. Greenfield Road Phoenix, AZ 85016-7715
(602) 955-7747
Fax: (602) 955-0570
2224 E. Cedar Ave., Suite 2
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
(928) 774-7335 Fax: (928) 779-3084
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Table of Contents
About the Camp ....................... 3 About this Book ................................... 4
Camp Raymond Management Team. ......4
Camp Policies ........................... 5 Civil Rights Statement .......................... 5
Our Camp Law – the Scout Law… ……………5 The “Buddy System” at Camp ................ 6
Safe Scouting ...................................... 7
Youth Protection .................................. 7
Hazing ................................................ 8 Respect Others……… ............................. 8
Reserved Areas ................................... 8
Rest ................................................... 9
Smoking ............................................. 9 Alcohol and Drugs ................................ 9
Damaged Equipment .......................... 10
Trees................................................ 10
Pets ................................................. 10
Knives .............................................. 11
Preparing for Camp ................ 11 Pre-Camp Information and Resources ... 11 How to Get to Camp ........................... 13
Camp Dates and Fees. ............. ...........14
Provisional Troop ...............................15
Camperships......................................16 Medical Information.. .................... .....16
Camp Services ........................ 18 Headquarters .................................... 18
Phone Service................................ 18
Mail Service................................... 19
Incoming and Outgoing Leaders ....... 19 Parents and Visitors ....................... 20
Wristband Information .................... 20
Food Service…. .................................. 21
Religious Services and Duty to God ...... 22 Trading Post ...................................... 22
Commissioner Services ....................... 23
Uniform ............................................ 24
Kieckhefer Health Lodge ..................... 25
At Camp ................................ 26 Safety Around Camp .......................... 26
Camp Map ........................................ 27 Arrival, Parking and Unloading ............. 28
General Assemblies ............................ 29
Flag Ceremonies ................................ 29
Camp Week Schedule ......................... 30 Sunday Arrival ............................... 30
Monday Arrival and Check-in Process 31
Monday Leaders Meeting ................. 33
Senior Patrol Leaders Meeting .......... 33 Tuesday ........................................ 34
Wednesday .................................... 35
Thursday ....................................... 36
Friday ........................................... 37
Saturday ....................................... 38
Troop Specific Activities for the Week ... 38
Campsite Shower Duty Schedule ......... 39 Camp KP Duties ................................. 40
Your Campsite ................................... 41
Generic Campsite Guidelines ............... 42
Camp Activities ...................... 43 Special Events and Activities ............... 43
Opening Campfire .......................... 43 Honor Trail and Order of the Arrow .. 43
Closing Campfire ........................... 43
Black Bear Swim ............................ 43
Tenderfoot Run .............................. 43
Adult Training Opportunities ................ 44 Camp Trails ...................................... 45
Sycamore Frontier Trails to
Adventure ...... 45
Night Eye Trails .............................. 46 Camp Awards .................................... 47
Flintlock Trail Award ....................... 47
Uniform Award .............................. 49
Honor Patrol .................................. 49 Adventure Award ........................... 50
Spirit Award .................................. 50
Campsite Inspection Award ............. 51
Daily Campsite Inspection Checklist ...... 51
Camp Program Areas ............. 52 Camp Program Area Map .................... 52
All Camp Program Areas ..................... 53
Generic Merit Badge Information .... 53
Merit Badge Process ...................... 53
Aquatics Area .................................... 54 Handicraft Area ................................. 57
Kieckhefer Health Lodge ..................... 58
Nature Area ...................................... 59
Outdoor Skills ................................... 61 Shooting Sports ................................. 63
Archery ........................................ 64
Rifle ............................................. 64
Shotgun ....................................... 65 Top Shot ....................................... 66
Order of the Arrow Wipala Wiki Lodge .. 67
Camp Adventure Programs .... 69
COPE ............................................... 69
Climbing Program .............................. 70
Mountain Bike Program ...................... 71
Raymond High Adventure Program ...... 71 Mountain Man Program ....................... 72
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About the Camp
Scouts and Scouters,
Welcome to the Grand Canyon Council Boy Scouts of America Summer Camp Season!
We look forward to a great year of summer camp activities at Camp Raymond. The camp experience is always an excellent forum for Troop and Team members to hone their skills and develop new ones while having fun in the great Arizona outdoors.
This year, as in some previous years, it is possible that some National Forest lands may be closed to public access. We remain steadfast in our commitment to providing the best program possible if the surrounding Forest lands are closed. We urge you to consult our talented program staff upon arrival for tips, options and suggestions on in-camp programs.
We appreciate your patience and understanding over these past
years as we battled repeated drought, bark beetles, fires, floods and other challenges. Camp Raymond has benefited from our Capital Campaign funds in many ways thanks to your generosity. Our staff is ready to help facilitate an outstanding program for you and your Scouts this summer.
Enjoy camp! Sincerely,
Dale Lewis Vice President, Programs
Michael Chang Council Program Director
Mission of Camp Raymond The mission of Camp Raymond is to provide
a fun and rewarding summer camp experience for participating youth and adults.
A summer experience at Camp Raymond will help to develop knowledge, leadership tools, outdoor skills and physical abilities
in a safe environment while living up to the standards and ideals of the Boy Scouts of America.
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About this Book
The Camp Raymond Almanac and Leaders Guide (“The Guide”) provides important information you will need for your Camp Raymond Summer Camp experience. You will
find camp procedures, directions, instructions, and other information for use during the week at camp in this easy to carry pocket edition.
The Guide also contains the current camp season weekly and daily schedules, duty assignments, camp activities schedules, Patrol and Troop competitions, and special
features.
The Guide is a tool to help leaders plan and prepare for camp and the contents are always subject to change as we continue to make improvements. Additional materials and updates are posted on the Camp Website throughout the year.
Camp Raymond Management Team
Joseph Tucker Garrett Siekmann Greg Roberts Camp Director Program Director Camp Commissioner
The Camp Raymond Management Team is supported by one of the finest camp staffs anywhere. We are here to make
your Unit’s summer camp experience the best it can be – feel free to ask us, or our staff, any question that you need
answered.
Between The Guide, the Camp Raymond staff and the Camp Raymond Management Team, we should have your questions covered, but in the case where you need more information on an issue, feel free to contact the Grand Canyon Council Scout Service Center at (602) 955-7747 X239, or go to www.grandcanyonbsa.org.
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Camp Policies
Civil Rights Statement
In keeping with the policies of the Boy Scouts of America, the rules for acceptance and participation in the camp programs are the same for everyone without regard to race, sex, creed, color, national origin, age or physical disability.
Our Camp Law – the Scout Law
One of the often-told Scoutmaster Minutes deals with how a
camp is just like a city. Cities have roads, camps have trails. Cities have homes, camps have tents. Where a city has a lot of laws, at a Scout camp we have just one:
A Scout is:
Trustworthy, Loyal, Helpful, Friendly, Courteous,
Kind, Obedient, Cheerful, Thrifty, Brave, Clean and Reverent
Why mention that in here? Because that gets right into the philosophy of personal conduct that we have at camp.
Scouts at camp are expected to live the law at all times. As a Leader, we expect you to instill the law in your Scouts.
Scouts learn from the attitude of their Leaders.
Live and demonstrate the oath and law daily. Show your Scouts how each of the 12 points
work.
All camper and staff conduct is judged as to how it measures against these guidelines. At camp, we cannot tolerate and will not permit activities which do not meet the criteria of standards set by the Scout Law.
We ask your cooperation and understanding as adults in helping us maintain high standards of moral and personal behavior. We can do no less.
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The “Buddy System” at Camp
Please use the Buddy System in camp at all times.
Scouts should always travel in a group of at least two.
Some activities during the week require use of a more formalized Buddy System. Keep your Scouts safe and make sure they follow direction of Camp Raymond staff
if a program requires use of a formalized Buddy System. Aquatics, COPE, Climbing, Mountain Man, Hiking and Mountain Biking include activities that require a Buddy.
Scouts must know where the Unit and camp boundaries are and not to go beyond them without permission. Unit Leaders are responsible to educate their Scouts on this
issue.
On all hikes follow the “Safety Rule of Four”, which requires that no fewer than four individuals (always with a minimum of two adults) stay together on any backcountry expedition. If an accident occurs, one person always stays with the injured and two go for
help.
– BSA Handbook “The buddy system is a way for Scouts to look after one another,
especially during outdoor adventures. When your Troop goes swimming, for example, each Scout will be assigned a buddy. You keep track of what your buddy is up to, and he knows at all times
where you are and how you are doing. Now and then a Scout Leader might call for a buddy check. That means you must
immediately hold up the hand of your buddy. If anyone is missing, everyone will know it right away. The buddy system should always
be used when a Troop or Patrol is hiking, camping, and participating in any aquatics activities. It’s a way of sharing the
good times and preventing the bad.”
So…, while exploring the camp and the surrounding
forest during summer camp week, take along a buddy when you leave your campsite.
It’s the smart thing to do! Besides… it’s more fun
if you have someone to SHARE your discoveries with!
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Safe Scouting
The Safe Scouting rules are the ones we know
well: the Scout Oath and Law.
We strive to create a safe haven in Scouting, a place where everyone should feel physically and emotionally secure. We do this in several ways:
We set the example for ourselves and others by behaving as Scouts should.
We live by the Scout Oath and Law each moment of each day, to the best of our abilities.
We refuse to tolerate any kind of inappropriate put-down, name-calling or physical aggression.
We communicate our acceptance of each other through expressions of concern and by showing our appreciation whenever possible.
We create an environment based on learning and fun. We seek the best from each participant, and we do our
best to help him achieve it.
We follow the Guide to Safe Scouting (see BSA Online
publication).
Youth Protection
Because of the great concern the Boy Scouts of America has for the problem of child abuse in our society, the Youth
Protection program has been developed to help safeguard both our youth and adult members.
All Adult Leaders must have completed the
BSA Youth Protection Program.
Go to MY.SCOUTING.ORG then “Need to Create a Log In?” to create an account.
Click on the Youth Protection tab to get trained about child abuse: how to avoid it, how to identify it, and how
to deal with it.
Print and bring your completion certificate with you to
camp.
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Hazing
Hazing has no place in Scouting.
Physical violence, hazing, bullying, theft, and verbal insults have no place in the Scouting
program and may result in the revocation of a
Scout's membership and removal from camp.
Older Scouts sometimes feel that new Scouts should be “initiated” into the Troop with a hazing activity. Be alert to this desire of older boys, and direct them in a positive direction. They may also have the urge to play tricks or
“pick-on” younger Scouts they encounter at camp – THIS IS NOT ALLOWED.
Respect Others
Do not create a disturbance or cause others to
have a bad experience at camp.
Respect other campsites.
Respect the private property of the neighbors surrounding the camp property - lines are marked.
Respect staff quarters and residences - no camper
should enter or walk through the staff living areas.
Respect the privacy of others in bathrooms/showers, and take care of the camp facilities and equipment.
Reserved Areas
Camp Raymond has plenty of space for everyone’s
activities within its 160 acres. However, certain areas are reserved for occupation and use by the staff. Please keep your Scouts out of these areas
at all times.
These areas are: RV Park – south of the Handicraft area (Please do not walk
through the RV park to access the Kimball Fellowship Circle.)
Chato Staff Camp – between the pool showers and the path to the Chapel.
Taza Staff Camp – just north of the Lake.
Commissioner Staff Camp – located behind the Trading Post.
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Rest
Camp Quiet Time is from 10 pm until 6 am.
Reveille is at 6 am and Taps is at 10 pm.
Sleep can mean the difference between a great week or a poor week. Each person needs a certain number of hours each day to rest – please be respectful of their needs.
Smoking The Boy Scouts of America feels strongly that Adult
Leaders should support the attitude that young adults
are better off without tobacco and electronic cigarettes.
Therefore, the use of tobacco products at any BSA activity, including camp, which involves youth participants, is prohibited.
The legal age, in the state of Arizona, for the use of tobacco products is 18. You, as a Leader, can inform your Scouts that the use of tobacco products by anyone under the age of 18 will not be tolerated at camp.
For those Adults of legal age who do smoke, the
designated smoking areas are IN your car in the parking lot and behind the dining hall. Adults caught smoking outside of these areas may be asked to leave camp. Youth caught smoking will be asked to leave camp.
This policy includes electronic cigarettes & vapor
cigarettes. References: Scoutmaster Handbook, No. 33009, and Boy Scout Handbook, No. 34554
Alcohol and Drugs
The following statement was approved by the National
Executive Board of the Boy Scouts of America:
It is the policy of the Boy Scouts of America that the use of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances is not permitted at encampments or activities on property owned and/or operated by the Boy Scouts of America or at any activity involving participation of youth members.
This policy will be strictly enforced for all who use
our camp facilities.
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Damaged Equipment
Scouts must properly take care of all equipment
they use. Sometimes, however, equipment is damaged and it needs to be repaired or replaced.
If members of your Unit misuse camp equipment, the cost of repairing or replacing any damaged equipment will be settled before your Unit leaves camp.
Damages should be reported to either your Commissioner or the Headquarters Staff. Damages will be noted during
final site inspection and your Unit account will be charged.
If something needs repair in your campsite, please notify your Commissioner or the Headquarters Staff.
Trees
Cutting or damaging trees may result in financial
charges.
People are seldom aware of how easily a tree can be killed.
Trees may not show symptoms of damage until 24 months or longer after damage has occurred. Please do not cut any live trees unless advised by a camp official. They have enough trouble surviving droughts, bark beetles, fires, floods and other challenges without having Scouts
chopping them, carving on them or damaging their bark by hanging items (i.e. Hammocks).
Pets
Camp Raymond abounds with natural wildlife. Pets are
not allowed at camp. Service animals are allowed as required. Please notify Headquarters if you have a service animal in camp.
Please do not ask to take home any of our wildlife (like squirrels, deer, snakes, or lizards,…).
However, you are required to take your Scout wildlife home (like Cubs, Wolves, Eagles,…).
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Knives
Anyone who threatens others with knives while at a
Grand Canyon Council camp will be asked to leave.
A Totin’ Chip (can be earned at Outdoor Skills) is required to purchase/carry a knife. Knife style and design should be in keeping with appropriate Scouting uses. Scouts are NOT permitted to have sheath knives. Sheath knives brought by
Leaders must stay in the campsite. Folding pocketknives or Leatherman-type tools work best.
Preparing for Camp
Pre-Camp Information and Resources
The documents below and on the following page can be:
1) found in The Guide on the page indicated, or
2) downloaded from the external site indicated, or
3) downloaded from the Camp Raymond Forms and
Resources page on the web at:
WWW.GRANDCANYONBSA.ORG/RAYMONDFORMS
Camp Raymond documents are also accessible by going to www.grandcanyonbsa.org and choosing: 1) Outdoor
Programs, Camping, Boy Scout Camp, Camp Raymond 2) and then clicking on Forms and Resources.
We are always trying to improve the program at Camp so check the Camp Website periodically for updates.
General Planning Documents – These documents serve
as the basis to plan your week at Camp Raymond, and will allow your Scouts to set a baseline plan for their activities.
Camp Planning Timeline Checklist (download)
Sunday Arrival and Monday Arrival and Check-in (The Guide, pp. 30-32)
Camp Raymond Week Schedule (The Guide, pp. 30-38)
Merit Badges and Program Activities at a Glance (download)
Guide to Safe Scouting (online)
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Merit Badge Information
Camp Raymond Merit Badges Packet (download)
Specific Merit Badge Worksheets may be found at www.meritbadge.org (download)
Specific Merit Badge Information can be found in the Camp Program Areas section of The Guide, or at www.scouting.org/meritbadges.aspx (download)
Troop/Patrol Information – These documents should
be given to your Troop and each of your Patrols so the Scouts can plan for their week at camp.
Camper and Troop/Patrol Equipment Lists – includes items recommended for Campers and for Troops/Patrols, as well as a list of items that Camp Raymond will provide. (download)
Camp Raymond Campsites Packet (download)
Your Campsite (The Guide, p. 41)
Generic Campsite Guidelines (The Guide, p. 42)
Camp Program Awards (The Guide, pp. 47-51)
Parent Information – These documents should be shared with Parents.
Camp Raymond Parents Letter (download)
Camp Raymond Fact Sheet (download)
Camp Raymond Directions (download, or The Guide, p. 13)
Annual Health and Medical Record (download)
Additional Information that can help with your
planning.
Camp Raymond Program Area Map (The Guide, p. 52)
Camp Raymond KP Duties (The Guide, p. 40)
Campsite Shower Duty Schedule (The Guide, p. 39)
Special Events and Special Activities (The Guide, p. 43)
Camp Trails (The Guide, p. 45)
Night Eye Orienteering Trails (The Guide, p. 46)
Camp Adventure Programs (The Guide, pp. 69-72)
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How to Get to Camp
• Allow about 3 hours of driving time from the central Phoenix area. • If you are driving from other areas of the council, still take I-40 to Exit 178.
From Phoenix, take I-17 north to Flagstaff and I-40. Go west on I-40 to Exit 178, Parks. Go south approximately 11 miles, following the county road signs indicating the Scout Camp.
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Camp Dates and Fees
2017 Session Dates
Webelos Weekend: June 2 – 3
Session1: June 5 - 10
Session 2: June 12 - 17
Session 3: June 19 - 24
Session 4: June 26 - July 1
Session 5: July 3 - 8
Session 6: July 10 - 15
Camp Fees
Plan A - $325* Per Scout: Camp provides all food, tables, some tools, and activities.
Plan B - $220* Per Scout: Camp provides tables,
some tools, and activities. The Troop provides all meals and cooking utensils.
Out of Council Troops (all sessions) - $335* per Scout: Plan A only.
Provisional Troop (Session 5) - $335* per Scout: Camp provides leadership. Plan A only.
* All Fees Include a $6.00 Environmental Management Assessment Fee.
Camp Fees & Payment Process
For Campsite Reservations and Fees, go to the Grand Canyon Council website - www.grandcanyonbsa.org and
select the link for summer camp reservations. For Trading Post purchases and any unpaid camp fees - please bring troop or personal checks, credit cards
or cash to cover your fees and trading post purchases.
Leader's Fees
Two adults are required for any Scout Troop attending
camp. As defined by the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America a minimum of ONE Adult Leader must be 21
years of age or older and an Assistant Scoutmaster who must be 18 years of age or older.
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All Adult Leaders must be current in their Youth Protection training. Each Troop needs to schedule their Adult
Leaders to ensure Two Deep Leadership at all times.
If a Troop, at any point during the week, cannot provide Two Deep Leadership, an adult staff member (over 18 years old) will be assigned to the Troop at $50 per day or
any portion thereof. If another Adult Leader does not arrive during the next 24 hour period, the Troop will be asked to leave camp.
Leader’s Fees: (All fees include $6.00 EMA Fees)
IN COUNCIL OUT OF COUNCIL
First Two Leaders: $60.00 each $70.00 each
Third Leader: $75.00 $85.00
Additional Leaders: $125.00 each $135.00 each
Provisional Troop
If your Troop is not attending Camp Raymond this summer, or a Scout’s family has planned a vacation the
same week your Troop attends, your Scouts may join the Camp Raymond Provisional Troop during Session 5, July 3 – July 8 (Fee is $335 per Scout).
Provisional Troop Application may be downloaded from the Camp Raymond Forms and Resources page at: www.grandcanyonbsa.org/raymondforms
The Provisional Troop week is run just like any other week
at Camp Raymond. Merit badge classes are held each day Monday through Friday, with many activities planned daily.
Please provide rank and list of merit badges the Scout wants to earn at camp. Have each Scout bring a handbook and any completed merit badge prerequisites.
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Camperships
A limited number of camperships are available to help Scouts in need of financial assistance.
Council Camp Campership Application forms are available in both English and Spanish at the Council Service Center
and at the Grand Canyon Council website at http://www.grandcanyonbsa.org/forms-resources/.
Campership applications must be received at the Council Service Center no later than May 1, 2017. Provide approved campership certificate to Camp
Headquarters at Check-in. Camperships are non-transferable.
Medical Information
Medical Forms
Medical Forms must be provided on Check-in. All Adults and Scouts must use form #680-001
2014 Printing available online at
www.grandcanyonbsa.org.
NO EXCEPTIONS!
Scouts and Adults without complete, fully signed BSA medical forms cannot stay and will be asked
to leave camp.
All Adults and Scouts attending a long term camp for any
amount of time must have a current health history supported by a medical evaluation performed by a
physician licensed to practice medicine within the past 12 months. Actual immunization dates must be noted on the form, the note "current" is not acceptable.
The approved medical form also contains authorization for emergency treatment. This must be completed and signed within the last 12 months by the parents of all
minors.
Troops sponsored by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints need to bring LDS insurance claim forms. The church and the Scout’s parent’s personal insurance is used in case of any injuries while at camp.
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Out of Council Troops need to bring proof of insurance to camp and claim forms in order to be covered for any
injuries while at camp.
Medical Screen
All Adults and Scouts health forms will be collected upon check-in with the Camp Health Officer. Concerns will be
addressed at this time.
Health Lodge personnel are required to be informed of all medications brought to camp by Scouts and Adults. All
prescription and over-the-counter medications will be reviewed at Check-in. Camp Raymond does not stock prescription medications.
Campers are advised not to come to camp if they exhibit flu like symptoms in the 7 days prior to camp: Fever of 100° or greater, diarrhea and rash, cough or sore throat.
This includes vomiting in the 24-36 hours prior to camp.
Medical Services
A doctor, nurse, or other trained personnel are on call at all times.
Chronic and ongoing medical conditions should be dealt
with by your personal physician prior to arrival at camp
First aid and emergency services are available at the Kieckhefer Health Lodge. Minor first aid needs should be handled by the Unit. Please bring a first aid kit.
Scouts may be transported to Flagstaff Medical Center
for serious injuries or illness requiring hospitalization.
Accessibility
We encourage participants with disabilities to enjoy our camp and we will make every effort to accommodate the
needs of campers with disabilities.
Due to the rugged nature of Camp Raymond it is strongly recommended that ruggedized wheelchairs be used by
campers who need such assistance.
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Camp Services
Headquarters
Hours of Operation
Monday: 7:00-11:30 1:00-4:45 6:00–7:30
Tuesday: 8:00-11:30 1:00-4:45 6:00-7:30
Wednesday: 8:00-11:30 1:00-4:45 6:00-7:30
Thursday: 8:00-11:30 1:00-4:45 6:00-7:30
Friday: 8:00-11:30 1:00-4:45 6:00-7:30
Saturday: 8:00-10:00 Closed
Sunday: Closed
Phone and Fax: (928) 635-9891
Hours may be adjusted periodically throughout the week. Check schedule posted at HQ upon arrival.
Headquarters is the location for all forms, paperwork and mail.
Headquarters is the location to pay all Camp Fees. Troops are required to pay any remaining fees when they arrive at camp.
Lost & Found is located at Headquarters. Please stop by the table out front on Saturday morning to retrieve
personal property that has been turned in.
If you are planning a hike you are required to submit a Hiking Permit at Headquarters.
You are required to sign out when you leave and sign in when you return from the hike or if you leave camp for any reason.
If you return after hours, post your trip permit on
the bulletin board outside Headquarters.
Phone Service
We have a phone at Headquarters that may be used in emergency situations. Scouts must have an Adult Leader with them to use the phone.
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Mail Service
Mail is delivered to camp once a day.
Troop numbers of those Troops receiving mail will be posted outside Headquarters.
Adult Leaders may pick up mail for your Troop at
Headquarters. Please check for mail and messages daily.
Address for Scout mail
Standard USPS Delivery:
Scout’s Name Troop # Campsite # Session #
Camp Raymond GENERAL DELIVERY Parks, AZ 86018
Physical Address for Private Carriers (UPS, Fedex…):
7709 S. Boy Scout Camp Road Parks, AZ 86018
Incoming and Outgoing Leaders
During the Week
Incoming Leader – If there is a Leader change during the week, Incoming Leaders are required to pack gear to/from the parking lot and check-in at Headquarters to
receive a wristband. All Adult Leaders are required to provide a current Health form upon check-in.
Outgoing Leaders – Leaders who need to leave camp before the end of the week are required to check-out at Headquarters before packing out of camp.
Remember – "A Scout is Helpful”! Get some of your
scouts to help the Leader pack in or out of camp to the parking lot.
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Parents and Visitors
Parents and friends are welcome to visit camp. All visitors must park in the main parking lot and
then check-in at Headquarters to receive a wristband. If it is after hours, check-in at the Kieckhefer Health Lodge.
Overnight accommodations or camping are not available. Any guests who wish to eat with the campers must
purchase meals in advance at Headquarters.
Visitor Meal Prices
$7.00 Breakfast $9.00 Lunch $12.00 Dinner
Wristband Information
EVERYONE who visits Camp Raymond must Check-in at Headquarters to receive a wristband.
During check-in you will be given a wristband for each
Scout and Adult Leader in your Troop who is listed on your roster and fees have been paid.
The wristband is proof that the Scout or Adult Leader belongs here and is entitled to all the meals and services paid for, such as merit badge classes.
The wristband must be worn on the right wrist to attend
classes, to be served meals and to use the Trading Post.
If a wristband is lost, a replacement wristband will cost $1.00, and may be purchased at Headquarters.
Anyone who doesn't have a wristband may obtain one at Headquarters.
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Food Service
Kent Shuck Dining Hall Hours of Operation
Meals will be served in shifts scheduled during the following times:
GREEN RED Note: GREEN & RED
will switch meal times Wednesday Dinner.
Breakfast: 6:30 am 07:00 am
Lunch: NOON 12:30 pm
Dinner: 5:00 pm 5:30 pm
Camp Raymond contracts with a food service company to prepare all meals which are served cafeteria-style. For each meal, the kitchen staff is supported by Troop members. Each Troop will be assigned KP. These assignments will be made on Monday. Each Troop has the responsibility of
serving on KP duty. See The Guide p. 40 for more details.
Any guests who wish to eat with the campers must
purchase meals in advance at Headquarters.
Visitor Meal Prices $7.00 Breakfast $9.00 Lunch $12.00 Dinner
Trail Meals will be available through at the Kent Shuck Dining Hall for your overnight or day hike. Requests must
be filed noon the day before the outing with the kitchen
staff. Meal request forms are available at Headquarters.
For Special Dietary Needs contact the council Program Department (602-955-7747 x239) three weeks in advance of your arrival date for any dietary restrictions or requests.
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Religious Services and Duty to God
Camp Raymond staff includes a part-time
Chaplain who can be contacted through Headquarters throughout the week to assist the
Troop and individual Scouts.
Religious Services – A Scout's Own Service is held
every Friday morning at 7:25am at the Sycamore Chapel.
The Sycamore Chapel is also available for Troop
use throughout the week. Please schedule a time at Headquarters.
Duty to God Segment allows the Scout to follow the
12th point of the Scout Law while earning a segment at the same time. Throughout the week, the Scouts will need to meet certain requirements relating to the 12th point of the Scout Law. Information on earning this segment can be obtained at headquarters.
Trading Post
The Trading Post hours may vary.
Please check the posted Hours of Operation.
Credit/Debit cards are accepted.
ATM is available onsite.
Camp Raymond offers a full selection of souvenir and
comfort items for sale during the week, including Merit
Badge Items, Souvenirs, Comfort Items, Hygiene Items, Food and Candy, and Miscellaneous Scout Supplies.
Please help your Scouts Budget for supplies for Merit Badge Class/Classes. Additional money will be needed if a merit badge has required materials. Some specialty items may be available on request.
It is suggested that an Adult Leader serve as “banker”
and allow Scouts to check their money in and out. Suggest to parents they send ONLY small bills.
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Commissioner Service
Your Commissioner is a friend, a counselor and an expert in many areas.
Rely upon your Commissioner to help your Troop.
Camp Raymond provides a Commissioner Staff which is our
front line team. If there is ever a question, the Commissioner is the Troop’s first source for an answer. The
Commissioner will meet with your Troop to provide you with information and data for the week to help work through your program.
You can help your Commissioner ensure you have a great
week by having the Troop prepared in the following ways:
Know each Scout’s advancement goals and plot their plans for camp.
Have your program and Troop roster ready for review.
Assign your Scouts to Patrols for duty rotation and activities.
Post your Fireguard Chart and Campsite Inspection
form on your latrine or on a bulletin board.
The Quartermaster’s Shed is also managed under the Commissioner Service. Equipment, tools, trash bags,
toilet paper, and program materials (such as the Scout handbook, field book, song-book, and skits) are available. (Combinations to the locks for women’s toilet and shower
facilities are available from Headquarters.)
Quartermaster’s Shed Hours of Operation
Sunday: Ask Staff at HQ for Assistance.
Monday: 1:00 pm -4:30 pm
Tuesday-Friday: 8:00 am –
NOON 1:00 pm -4:30 pm
& After Leader Meetings
Saturday: 7:00 am – 7:45 am
After Closing Ceremony
to 10:30 am
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Uniform
The official Scout uniform is appropriate dress at any time during the week at camp.
We encourage all Scouts to be in *FULL UNIFORM* for the
chapel services, evening meals, campfires, KP, flag ceremonies, and other formal ceremonies. Please teach proper uniform expectations.
Demonstrate your Troop spirit and Scouting pride by being the best uniformed Troop in camp.
For normal daytime activities, a Troop T-shirt or other
T-shirt is suggested.
*FULL UNIFORM*:
The Boy Scout uniform consists of the following: Official Scout shirt
Official Scout pants
(long or short) Official Scout socks
Scouting belt Hats and
neckerchiefs are
optional, but must be worn uniformly.
Make sure shirt is tucked in.
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Kieckhefer Health Lodge
Kieckhefer Health Lodge Hours of Operation
Everyday: 24 hours for emergencies
The Kieckhefer Health Lodge staff ensures that our camp is a safe and healthy environment for our campers.
A doctor, nurse or other trained personnel are on duty at all times.
The entrance to the Kieckhefer Health Lodge is on the west side of the building for illness or injury (door from the wheelchair ramp). For all other business/questions please use the front door.
Minor first aid needs should be handled by the Unit. Please bring a first aid kit.
Scouts may be transported to Flagstaff Medical Center for serious injuries or illness requiring hospitalization.
The Kieckhefer Health Lodge is required to be informed
of all prescription and over-the-counter medications brought to camp by Scouts and Adult Leaders.
Please keep the following considerations in mind while
at camp and while visiting the Kieckhefer Health Lodge.
Wash your hands and face frequently, especially after you use the restroom and before eating.
Remember to drink plenty of water, every day, all day
long. Dehydration is the #1 health problem in camp.
Soft Drinks and other high sugar liquids from the trading post Do Not Equate to Water.
Have fun, but refrain from careless horseplay.
Follow Totin’ Chip safety guidelines when using pocket knives and other cutting tools.
High altitude sunshine can burn you quickly and harshly.
Biting insects can be a nuisance at Camp Raymond.
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At Camp
Safety Around Camp
Follow all posted speed limits. The speed limit in the main camp area (anywhere past the main
parking lot) is 5 mph.
No one rides in the bed of a truck or trailer AT ANY TIME.
The webbing at the canyon edge is there to
remind you of the danger. Do not cross the webbing to the canyon side.
Refrain from chewing gum while at Camp Raymond as it is also a danger to the animals and an annoyance to other campers.
Remember to follow your “Leave No Trace” ethics.
Enter a program area only when a director or assistant
director is present.
Camp Raymond has many animals that live here as well, especially skunks. To keep both you and the animals safe, please stow your food securely, keep food away from your sleeping area.
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Camp Map
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Arrival, Parking and Unloading
On arrival follow direction of camp staff for
Check-in and unloading.
You may take your camp equipment to your campsite
and allow your Scouts to set up their tents after Check-in is completed.
With the increased number of units attending camp, we are limiting each unit to one (1) vehicle into the campsite at a time to unload gear. This will assist in crowding, damage to the campsites and mitigate some of the dust.
After unloading you MUST park your vehicle in the main parking lot.
When parking in the main parking lot, make sure
to park so the front of your vehicle facing the road. This is a safety measure to ensure all vehicles are facing the road in case of an emergency evacuation.
No personal vehicles will be permitted past the
parking area during the week except as needed for medical reasons as approved by the Camp Director.
No trailers will be allowed at campsites without
prior written permission of the Camp Director.
This policy is in place as a health, safety, and liability precaution.
No vehicles are allowed to stay in or near
campsites overnight, except under conditions of disability and then only with Camp Director approval.
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General Assemblies
One of the great camp traditions at Camp Raymond is the camp-wide General Assembly. These assemblies will be your opportunity to show off your Troop spirit by
looking sharp in full uniform and by creating spirit yells each evening.
These activities go toward your Honor Patrol and Troop Awards for the week, and the most spirited Troops are
generally dismissed first to supper.
Fun songs and general announcements will also take place at each General Assembly.
Flag Ceremonies
Troops will hold formal flag ceremonies in their sites each morning and evening.
In addition, camp-wide flag ceremonies are held after breakfast and before supper each day at the General Assembly Area.
Troops will be given the opportunity to lead the Flag
Ceremony. All Scouts are requested to be in *FULL UNIFORM*
for the evening camp-wide ceremonies.
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Camp Week Schedule
The Camp Raymond Week Schedule is subject to change.
An updated Camp Raymond Week Schedule is available at Headquarters and online at
www.grandcanyonbsa.org/raymondforms
Additionally, watch for updates which will be posted at Headquarters, the Trading Post, and in the Kent Shuck
Dining Hall.
Sunday Arrival
Early arrival day with advance arrangements made
through the Camp Director.
Upon arriving at Camp, proceed to the Headquarters Building and follow the early check-in directions that will be posted on the board outside the main office.
If you wish to arrive on Sunday – Please notify the Camp Raymond Camp Director at:
[email protected], preferably one week in
advance.
PLEASE NOTE: NO meals are provided for
participants that arrive on Sunday. Please plan on providing your own meals for Sunday and Monday morning and keeping possible fire-restrictions in mind.
Program Planning Suggestions for Sunday
After Sunday Check-in and your campsite is all setup, the following programs could be done or planned: Work on a service project in camp or on the trails.
Build some Pioneering projects in your site. Take an overnight hike and camp out on one of the
SYCAMORE FRONTIERS TRAILS TO ADVENTURE (The Guide, p. 45).
Have a campfire (if no fire restrictions are in place). Do a NIGHT EYE TRAIL (The Guide, p. 46).
If you Check-in on Sunday your Troop still needs
to attend the Monday morning Check-in.
10 pm – Lights Out
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Monday Arrival and Check-In
7:00 am .. Begin Check-in.
Plan to arrive before 7:00am, if possible,
in order to begin the check-in process promptly at 7:00am. The sooner your Troop gets checked in the more
time you will have to get set up and prepare for a great week.
Check-In Process
1. Troops arriving on Sunday may begin the check-in process at HQ (Please notify HQ to schedule swim check as needed).
2. Bring all Scouts to the main road in front of the Kent Schuck Dining Hall; where you will:
Sign up for swim checks (have swim wear/towel
available). Note: Swim checks done at lower elevations will not be
accepted. We will gladly complete the Unit Swim Classification Record for your troop.
Meet your camp host to assist during the check-in
process. 3. The Unit Leader will be directed to the Headquarters or the
Head Commissioner to begin the registration which includes:
Submission of the Unit’s paperwork, including the roster
with the names, ages, addresses, phone numbers and membership numbers of all Scouts and Scouters staying in camp, or who will be in camp.
Payments will be reconciled. (All outstanding fees must
be paid by Monday at 4:30 pm.)
The Unit Leader will meet with the Camp Health Officer
and present ALL ADULT and YOUTH medical records (complete with parent and doctor’s signatures).
Visit with the Camp Commissioner to review your
assigned meal schedule, campsite inspection procedures and camp-wide award opportunities, as well as to sign up for KP, camp-wide flag ceremonies, and service projects.
Pick up meal wristbands for each member of your Troop
at the Kent Shuck Dining Hall.
4. An assistant Unit Leader will accompany Scouts to the merit badge sign ups or to the pool for swim checks.
5. Return to the parking lot to take gear to campsite. 6. When the Unit Leader has completed the registration process,
he can rejoin his Unit. 7. Be ready for an emergency drill at 11:30 am and lunch at
12:00 pm.
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Monday (continued)
11:00 am ..................... Check-in shuts down.
11:30 am ..................... Emergency Drill
Emergency Drill – go directly to the General Assembly Area
(GAA) between HQ/Trading Post and the Dining Ramada.
12: 00 pm .................... “GREEN” Lunch Shift at the Kent Schuck Dining Hall
12:30 pm ..................... “RED” Lunch Shift at the Kent Schuck Dining Hall
1:30-4:30 pm .............. Merit Badge Sessions
4:45 pm ....................... HQ closes - last chance to finalize fees and receive wristbands
All vehicles must be out of the campsites by 5 pm.
5:00 pm ....................... “GREEN” Dinner Shift at the Kent Schuck Dining Hall
5:30 pm ....................... “RED” Dinner Shift at the Kent Schuck Dining Hall
6:15 pm ....................... Adult Leaders’ Meeting at the Sycamore Chapel
During this time we will be reviewing your camp week orientation, informing you of pertinent changes for the
week, and answering your questions.
7:45 pm ....................... General Assembly at the GAA
8:00 pm ....................... Campfire program
OA Meeting takes place in the Kent Shuck Dining Hall, after the campfire ends.
10 pm – Lights Out
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Monday Leaders Meeting
The Monday Leaders Meeting will be for up to two Adult Leaders from each Troop.
During this time we will be reviewing your camp-
week orientation and making sure everyone is on track with their program schedules.
Be sure to join us right after dinner for this great time of fellowship!
Monday's Leader meeting is at 6:15 pm in the Sycamore Chapel.
Senior Patrol Leaders Meeting
The Senior Patrol Leaders play an important role at camp and should be in attendance at the
1:00 pm meeting on Tuesday and Thursday on
the Patio.
This meeting will give the SPL much information.
Pen and paper are suggested items to be brought
for these meetings.
In case of inclement weather the meeting will be held in the Kent Shuck Dining Hall.
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Tuesday
6:00 am ........ Tenderfoot Run
6:30 am ........ 1st Shift Breakfast - “GREEN” 7:00 am ........ 2nd Shift Breakfast - “RED”
7:45 am ........ Gen. Assembly & Flag Raising at the General Assembly Area (GAA)
8:30-11:30 am Merit Badge Sessions
12:00 pm ...... 1st Shift Lunch - “GREEN”
12:30 pm ...... 2nd Shift Lunch - “RED”
1:00 pm ........ SPL Meeting on the Patio
1:30 pm ........ Introduction to LNT Awareness on Patio
1:30-4:30 pm Merit Badge Sessions 5:00 pm ........ 1st Shift Dinner - “GREEN”
5:30 pm ........ 2nd Shift Dinner - “RED”
6:00-7:00 pm Open Program
6:30 pm ........ OA Elections
7:45 pm ........ General Assembly at the GAA
8:00 pm ........ Black Bear Swim - Sites 1-9
Please provide an Adult Leader from each Troop
for additional lookouts.
10 pm – Lights Out
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Wednesday
6:00 am ....... Tenderfoot Run
6:30 am ....... 1st Shift Breakfast - “GREEN” 7:00 am ....... 2nd Shift Breakfast - “RED”
7:45 am ....... Gen. Assembly & Flag Raising at the General Assembly Area (GAA)
8:30-11:30 am Merit Badge Sessions
9:30 am ....... Adult Leaders’ Meeting at Kent Shuck
Dining Hall
10:00 am ..... Youth Protection Training
12:00 pm ..... 1st Shift Lunch - “GREEN”
12:30 pm ..... 2nd Shift Lunch - “RED”
1:30-4:30 pm Merit Badge Sessions
3:00 pm ....... Trek Safely and Climb on Safely at
Patio
5:00 pm ....... 1st Shift Dinner - “RED”
5:30 pm ....... 2nd Shift Dinner - “GREEN”
6:30-7:15 pm Merit Badge Checks
7:45 pm ....... General Assembly at the GAA
8:00 pm ....... Campfire Program
OA Cracker Barrel takes place in the Kent Shuck Dining
Hall after the campfire ends.
10 pm – Lights Out
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Thursday
6:00 am ........ Tenderfoot Run
6:30 am ........ 1st Shift Breakfast - “RED” 7:00 am ........ 2nd Shift Breakfast - “GREEN”
7:45 am ........ Gen. Assembly & Flag Raising at the General Assembly Area (GAA)
8:30-11:30 am Merit Badge Sessions
12:00 pm ...... 1st Shift Lunch - “RED”
12:30 pm ...... 2nd Shift Lunch - “GREEN”
1:00 pm ........ SPL Meeting on the Patio
1:30-4:30 pm Merit Badge Sessions 5:00 pm ........ 1st Shift Dinner - “RED” 5:30 pm ........ 2nd Shift Dinner - “GREEN”
6:00-7:00 pm Open Program
7:45 pm ........ General Assembly at the GAA
8:00 pm ........ OA Brotherhood
8:00 pm ........ Black Bear Swim - Sites 10 -18
Please provide an Adult Leader from each Troop
for additional lookouts.
10 pm – Lights Out
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Friday
6:00 am ....... Tenderfoot Run
6:30 am ....... 1st Shift Breakfast - “RED” 7:00 am ....... 2nd Shift Breakfast - “GREEN”
7:25 am ....... Inter-Faith Service at the Sycamore
Chapel
7:45 am ....... General Assembly & Flag Raising at the General Assembly Area (GAA)
8:30-11:30 am Merit Badge Sessions
9:00 am ....... Adult Leaders’ Meeting at Kent Shuck Dining Hall
12:00 pm ..... 1st Shift Lunch - “RED” 12:30 pm ..... 2nd Shift Lunch - “GREEN”
1:30-4:30 pm Camp Wide Games
Start at the General Assembly Area
5:00 pm ....... 1st Shift Dinner - “RED” 5:30 pm ....... 2nd Shift Dinner - “GREEN”
6:00-7:30 pm Unit Program
(No formal camp program offered. This is your time)
7:45 pm ....... General Assembly at the GAA
8:00 pm ....... Inter-Troop Campfires
8:30 –9:30 pm Ice Cream Social (DH)
10 pm – Lights Out
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Saturday
6:30 am ........ 1st Shift Breakfast - “RED” 7:00 am ........ 2nd Shift Breakfast - “GREEN”
7:45 am ........ Closing Ceremony at the General
Assembly Area
Unit Breakdowns and Check-Outs
after the Closing Ceremony
Make sure to check for lost belongings at
Headquarters before you leave.
10:00 am ...... Headquarters Closed
10:30 am ...... Please plan to leave Camp by 10:30 am
Please, drive safely and responsibly. After all, you are transporting precious cargo.
Troop Specific Activities for the Week
Date Time
Night Eye Hike
Sycamore Frontier Trail Hike
Troop OA Elections
K.P. Duty
Shower Duty
Flag Ceremony
Camp Service Project
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Campsite Shower Duty Schedule
Shower Hours of Operation: 6 am to 10 pm. Please avoid Troop showers after 10 pm.
Time North Pool South
Mon PM 1 a/c 1 b/d 13 a/c
Tues AM 2 a/c 2 b/d 14 a/c
Tues PM 3 a/c 3 b/d 15 a/c
Weds AM 4 a/c 4 b/d 16 a/c
Weds PM 5 a/c 5 b/d 17 a/c
Thurs AM 6 a/c 6 b/d 18 a/c
Thurs PM 7 a/c 7 b/d 13 b 14 b
Fri AM 8 a/c 8 b/d 15 b 16 b
Fri PM 9 a/c 9 b/d 17 b
Sat AM Staff Staff 18 b
The shower and rest room area must be cleaned
at least once during your shift.
Please clean both sides (youth and adult) of the shower house.
Post guards in front of the entries while cleaning.
Make the place as clean as you would want it.
Clean both sides.
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Camp KP Duties
Each Troop has the responsibility of serving on
Kitchen Patrol (KP) duty.
All Adult Leaders must be with their Scouts during each of their KP assignments.
Scouts must wear long pants and closed shoes
when working in food service.
KP Duties
Under the direction of our great kitchen crew, your duties
include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Report to KP on time (usually 30 minutes prior to regular meal time).
2. Help with serving preparations as directed.
3. Serve the meal.
4. Smile and provide friendly service – Remember the Scout Law!
5. Once the meal is over, you will do the following:
Clean the tables.
Sweep & mop the floor.
Return all necessary service supplies to the kitchen.
Empty trash cans in/around the dining hall.
In the kitchen, clean all cooking utensils,
sweep the floor, and empty the trash.
Be safe while in the kitchen.
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Your Campsite
It is everyone’s responsibility to keep the campsite and equipment in good
shape.
Each campsite is equipped with water, a wash
stand, latrine, a cooking area, and picnic tables.
Each campsite has fire tools that should never be removed from the campsite: a shovel, a water hose, and water barrels are immediate fire
prevention tools for your use.
Other materials like Fire Guard and Patrol Duty Schedule charts, binder twine, axes, toilet paper, and cleaning materials are available at the Quartermaster area.
Please adopt “Leave No Trace” ethics while at Camp Raymond.
Hammocks are allowed only with use of a stand for suspension. Please do not tie hammocks in trees unless granted permission from the Camp Director.
Do not remove any groundcover in the site by raking or sweeping trails to tents.
Practice low-impact camping and help us prevent
erosion.
Your campsite is your home for the week, so work at making it comfortable by bringing extra items such as “banners and flags” to dress it up to make your stay more comfortable and fun.
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Generic Campsite Guidelines
Neatness of Campsite
Campsite Equipment Equipment in use (shovels,
rakes, etc.) stored out of the way but still handy.
Equipment not in use maintained in a neat, orderly way and protected from bad weather.
Grounds Litter cleaned up over whole
campsite. Ground cover (pine needles
& leaves) removed only around fire areas.
Axe yard laid out for safety in chopping.
No evidence that boys in site this week have caused damage to standing timber.
Tents and Personal Gear Personal equipment and
extra clothing placed out of sight in tents.
No clothes hangers on tent poles.
NO FOOD in tents!
Health and Safety Garbage Disposal Leave no garbage in area or
food on ground. Rinse bottles and cans to
remove food, place in trash receptacle.
Take trash to dumpsters daily.
Ashes should be soaked, dried as much as possible, and disposed of as directed by your Camp Commissioner.
Cooking Gear Cooking gear, pots, and
pans should be clean with no food particles or grease on them.
Dutch ovens clean and "lightly" greased with lids on.
Hang on racks wherever possible.
Cutlery & paper products stored in varmint proof containers.
Food must be stored in vermin-proof containers.
Latrine Toilet seats down, toilet
paper stocked and water for rinsing urinal conveniently placed.
Hose down toilet, urinal and floor daily.
Fire Buckets and Barrel Keep fire buckets filled
(5 per campsite fire ring). Keep water barrel filled.
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Camp Activities
Special Events and Activities
Opening Campfire
We offer a great campfire program on Monday night. Assemble at the General Assembly Area (GAA) to join us for a show put on by the best Staff in the West.
8:00 pm Campfire – Meet at GAA at 7:45 pm
Honor Trail and Order of the Arrow /
“Salute to American Heroes” Program
Don’t miss a truly inspiring Wednesday evening program which starts with an Honor Trail and an Order of the Arrow Call Out. The evening concludes with The Salute to the Historical Flags of the United States and our American Heroes. (Assemble at 7:45 pm in the GAA.)
Closing Campfire
On Friday evening at 8 pm in sites designated by the Commissioner staff, each Unit participates in Inter-troop campfires where the Scouts provide the skits and songs!
Black Bear Swim
This fun event is open to all Scouts and Adults, of all swim classifications. See the Aquatics Program section for more details (The Guide, p.56).
Tenderfoot Run
Scouts and Scouters who like to run, jog or walk, can attempt the Tenderfoot Run. Whew!! Those completing the course twice during the week become a member of the Raymond Tenderfoot Run Club, with a patch available for Troops at the end of the week.
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Adult Leader Training Opportunities
Opportunities for Adult Leader training will be provided throughout the week at Camp Raymond in accordance with the following schedule. Watch for more Leader Training
opportunities as we continue to improve our program. All training is subject to change with updated schedule provided on the Camp Website and at Camp HQ: (TIMES and LOCATIONS Subject to Change).
Introduction to Leave No Trace Awarness
Tuesday @ 1:30 pm on the Patio (Old Ramada)
Swimming and Water Rescue
Part I Tuesday @ 8:30 am at the Pool
Part II Wednesday @ 1:30-4:30 pm at the Pool
Paddle Craft Safety
Part I Thursday @ 8:30 am at the Lake
Part II Thursday @ 1:30-4:30 pm at the Lake
Youth Protection Training
Wednesday @ 10:00 am in the Kent Shuck Dining
Hall
Trek Safely
Wednesday @ 3:00 pm on the Patio (Old Ramada)
Climb on Safely
Wednesday @ 3:30 pm on the Patio (Old Ramada)
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Camp Trails
Always stay on existing trails
Always use the buddy system Always take plenty of water…
Regardless of the length of the hike.
All Out–of-Camp Hikes require a Hike Permit on file at Headquarters. (Permits Are NOT Required for in-camp Hikes).
Always plan your hike with at least two Adults in attendance.
You must Sign-Out/Sign-In at Headquarters for all hikes.
Follow All Safe Hiking Rules Set Forth in the Hiking Merit Badge Pamphlet.
Sycamore Frontier Trails to Adventure
A system of trails and hikes has been laid out which will offer campers the opportunity to really explore the area in and around camp.
Each of these trails has a special feature or destination.
Lengths vary from 1-12 miles with many
possibilities and combinations available.
Trail Miles
Sycamore Trail 12.0 Dow Springs 3.0
Fortress Trail 1.0 KA Hill 4.0 Lone Elk Point/Lone Elk Trail 3.0 Maha Point 3.0 Volunteer Point 7.5
Participation in this program requires a Hike Permit to be filed at Headquarters. Headquarters will also have available maps and trail notes which will be of help to you and your Scouts.
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Night Eye Trails
Ranger Eye, Silver Eye Bear Eye, Deer Eye
Elk Eye
Frontiersman Eye
Check with your Commissioner or Headquarters for listing
of active trails.
These orienteering trails are designed to provide experience and adventure on the trail for all of your Scouts.
Each trail provides more of a challenge to your orienteering skills. Try one or try them all!
The Scouts will enjoy thinking that any one of the reflective eyes might be real animals.
Bearing sheets and sign-up forms are located at Headquarters.
A Few Hints for the Eyes!
Take along flashlights with GOOD batteries.
Arrange Scouts in Patrols of no more than six people.
Patrol spots one set of eyes glowing in the distance.
Each Scout leads the Patrol there, and retires to the rear.
This way, all the Scouts get several turns.
Watch for eyes of various colors. Many will be red, but
others may be white, green, or yellow.
Upon reaching a pair of eyes:
STOP... take your next compass reading CONTINUE along the apparent beaten path (the eyes are
moved frequently to keep the trails fresh and interesting) If the trail seems to disappear, a few “Scouts” may be
sent out to find where it picks up again. Consider, leave several fellows at the last pair of eyes
you spotted as reference. They can join the patrol once the new eyes have been found.
Verify previous bearing before continuing.
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Camp Awards
Flintlock Trail Awards
The Flintlock Trail Award program is designed to test
campers with a new set of challenges and skills each year they come to camp.
Requirements may be verified by the Senior Patrol
Leader, Site Commissioner, or Scoutmaster.
Adults can earn the Flintlock Trail Award by having ½ of the Scouts in their Troop earn the Flintlock Trail Award
and by attending the Leaders' Meetings.
Award levels are not transferable between Camp Raymond and Camp Geronimo.
FLINTLOCK TRAIL PROGRESS CARDS are available
at Headquarters and online at: www.grandcanyonbsa.org/raymondforms
The following are the requirements for each award:
Pathfinder (1st Year Award)
Earn or have Totin' Chip Card.
Know and be able to recite the 7 “Leave No Trace” principles.
Complete a minimum of one hour camp service project.
Participate in at least one Patrol hike.
Earn one merit badge or three skills for Tenderfoot to First
Class.
Tie 10 different knots or hitches in 3 minutes.
Make one Handicraft item.
Trailblazer (2nd Year Award) Earn or have Totin' Chip Card.
Know and be able to recite the 7 “Leave No Trace” principles.
Complete a minimum of one hour camp service project.
Participate in at least two Patrol hikes.
Earn two merit badges at camp.
Identify by name, 10 local plants and/or trees.
Lash a shelf or other useful item for your camp.
Earn either the Black Bear or Tenderfoot Run Award.
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Frontiersman (3rd Year Award) Earn or have Totin' Chip Card.
Know and be able to recite the seven “Leave No Trace”
principles.
Complete a minimum of two hours camp service project.
Participate in at least two Patrol hikes. One of which you organize and lead.
Earn three merit badges at camp.
Identify five stars or five constellations.
Tie an eyesplice and an endsplice.
Lash a useful object for your campsite.
Show leadership by teaching another Scout the skills
necessary for a merit badge.
Mountain Man (4th Year Award) Earn or have Totin' Chip Card.
Know and be able to recite the seven “Leave No Trace”
principles.
Provide leadership to either a Patrol or Troop service
project.
Help organize and schedule all Patrol hikes for the Troop.
Earn four merit badges at camp.
Participate in Project COPE (Low or High).
Help lead a General Assembly during the week.
Show leadership by teaching another Scout the skills
necessary for earning a Pathfinder Award.
Guide (5th Year Award) Earn or have Totin' Chip Card.
Know and be able to recite the seven “Leave No Trace” principles.
Provide leadership to either a Patrol or Troop service project.
Provide leadership to the Inter-troop Campfire, or to the
Friday afternoon Camp-wide Games.
Show leadership by teaching another Scout rank
advancement requirements.
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Uniform Award
For Units attending the Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday General Assemblies in complete uniform, which
includes:
Official Boy Scout uniform shirt
Official Scout belt
Official pants or shorts
Official socks
Hats and neckerchiefs are
optional, but must be uniformly present or absent.
Make sure shirt is tucked in.
Units will receive their 100% uniform award at the Thursday evening General Assembly.
Honor Patrol
To earn this award your Patrol must do the following:
Register with your Commissioner.
Each Patrol member must earn one merit badge or advance one rank, verified by the Scoutmaster.
Your Patrol must participate in General Assembly and show
spirit and teamwork.
Participate as a Patrol in the Wednesday night Honor Trail and
O/A Call-Out.
Participate in the Friday afternoon camp wide games.
Complete at least one night time compass hike. Verify with
your Commissioner.
Upon completion, your Patrol will receive a camp ribbon for
your Patrol Flag at the Saturday morning Flag Ceremony.
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Adventure Award
This award is available to all Units who accomplish the
following while at Camp Raymond:
Attend all General Assemblies
Attend all Campfire Programs
Participate in the camp wide games
50% of your Scouts participate in the Flintlock Trail Award
Show Scout spirit at all activities
Complete an approved Unit service project
Upon completion, your Unit will receive a camp ribbon for
your flag on Saturday morning.
Spirit Award
Our hope is the Spirit Award will spur each Unit to excellence. Candidates for the "Spirit Award" should strive to live by the Scout Oath and Law and participate in programs and activities with a spirit that enhances the
camping experience of the Camp Raymond community.
Candidates will be considered on the following criteria:
Attending all General Assemblies
Attending all Campfires
Having 50% youth participate in Flintlock Trail Award
Program
Showing Scout Spirit at all activities (signed by campsite
Commissioner)
Completing an approved service project
Having all Patrols participate in camp-wide games
Having one or more Camp Raymond Honor Patrols
Volunteering to work extra KP duties
Volunteering to do additional service projects
This award will be awarded to the Unit showing the best
spirit during all of the Camp Raymond activities and programs. There will be first, second, and third place ribbons awarded on Saturday morning.
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Campsite Inspection Award
This award is available to all Units. Four levels are awarded based upon the daily evaluation of your campsite by your site Commissioner, using the criteria below. At the end of the week one Troop will be awarded the "Presidential Award”
for having the Best Campsite.
Daily Campsite Inspection Checklist
Neatness of Campsite and Personal Equipment
The campsite equipment (shovel, rake, ax, saw, & broom) is stored in a central location or is in use.
Ground cover is removed only around the fire ring. No bare
ground under tents, etc.
No evidence of damage this week to standing timber or plants.
All personal equipment and clothing is out of sight in packs, tents, or hanging neatly on clothes lines.
No trash or debris is visible in or around campsite.
Maintenance of Camp Property
The 30-gallon water barrel is full to the rim with water.
The hose is neatly coiled and attached to faucet, ready for instant emergency use.
There are 5 buckets of water around the 30-gallon barrel for an emergency water brigade.
Health and Safety
All vehicles are out of camp.
Trash cans contain plastic trash bags for trash.
Fire circle contains only small charcoal particles and ashes from complete burning of all materials.
Latrine seats are down when not in use.
Toilet paper is available on the wall hangers.
Axe yard is completely roped or railed-off and all wood tools are masked or in use.
There is evidence that the latrine floor has been swept out, and toilet and urinal have been hosed down each morning.
Tables, benches, and washstand are clean. No soap or toothpaste scum.
There is a supply of dry firewood on hand.
Troop Fireguard Chart is posted and initialed daily.
Clothes lines are a minimum of six feet above the ground.
A "NO FLAME IN TENT" sign is posted.
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Camp Program Areas
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All Camp Program Areas
Enter a camp program area only when a Director
or Assistant Director is present.
Generic Merit Badge Information
Scouts MUST familiarize themselves with merit badge requirements, and complete
pre-requisites, prior to camp.
For merit badge requirements and pre-requisites
go to the Camp Raymond Merit Badge Packet at www.grandcanyonbsa.org/raymondforms Check this document for specific worksheets that may be required for merit badges.
Obtain and read the associated Merit Badge Pamphlet prior to camp. It is recommended that you bring a copy of the Merit Badge Pamphlet to camp.
Bring your Merit Badge Applications (Blue Cards) to the Merit Badge Area Director as necessary. Blue cards are available for purchase at the trading
post. Bring paper and pencil for all merit badge program classes.
Merit Badge Process
At the end of the week all area merit badge forms and other awards and recognitions will be filed in a Unit-
specific envelope for the Adult Leader. This will include the camp-approved Merit Badge Application Record,
which indicates the status of the merit badge.
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Aquatics Area
Aquatics Merit Badges
Pool Lake
Swimming
Lifesaving
Rowing
Canoeing
General Aquatics Area Notes
Our Aquatics Director is BSA-trained at National Camp School, and can provide Leaders with
program ideas.
At the pool and the lake, strict safety procedures are adhered to by the staff.
Campers must qualify as swimmers to take any of the Aquatics Merit Badge classes.
The pool and the lake close at first sight of lightning or sound of thunder, and opens 30
minutes after last occurrence.
Lake Activities
NO SWIMMING IN THE LAKE.
The Raymond Lake, south of the pool area, is the setting for
other aquatic adventures. As with the pool, strict safety procedures are adhered to by the staff.
Open Lake Time
The lake is open for boating activities on Thursday Evening during Open Program. Participants must pass BSA Swim
Test to use a canoe or rowboat. (This includes Adults!)
Pool Activities
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Camp Raymond’s Pool provides
a clean setting for aquatic instruction and activity.
Open Pool Time
The pool is open Tuesday to Thursday from 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm for open swimming, water games, and other fun pool
activities.
Black Bear Swim
This fun event is open to all Scouts and Adults of all swim classifications.
Please provide an Adult Leader from each Troop
for additional lookouts. Recommended Unit schedule:
Campsites 1-9 swim on Tuesday @ 8:00pm. Campsites 10-18 swim on Thursday@ 8:00pm.
Mile Swim
Open to Scouts that complete the BSA Swim Test
in a strong, confident manner.
This award is earned by continuously swimming one mile after training several hours during the week.
To earn the Mile Swim, a swimmer must pass the daily
buildup requirements.
Scouts will need to sign-up on Monday during Check-in to set an individual swimming exercise program to complete the requirements of the award.
BSA Snorkeling
Open to Scouts that complete the BSA Swim Test
in a strong, confident manner.
Scouts will need to sign-up on Monday during Check-in.
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Aquatics Training
Classes will be available to all Leaders and will include exposure to the new Swimming and Water
Rescue and Paddle Craft Safety Program.
Classes are open to all Adult Leaders and Junior Leaders.
Current training is needed for any type of water activity your Unit undertakes.
Learn the most important and essential elements of aquatics and watercraft safety.
Swimming and Water Rescue
Part I Tuesday @ 8:30 am at the Pool
Part II Wednesday @ 1:30-4:30 pm at the Pool
Paddle Craft Safety
Part I Thursday @ 8:30 am at the Lake
Part II Thursday @ 1:30-4:30 pm at the Lake
Please sign up on Monday during Check-in.
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Handicraft Area
“Come when you can: Leave when you have to!”
Handicraft Merit Badges
Basketry Leatherwork Metalworking Woodcarving
Pottery (Even Years) Sculpture (Odd Years)
General Handicraft Notes
All Handicraft merit badges require some book work and one extra hour at the Handicraft area.
Kits & Materials are available at the Trading Post. Finishing supplies are free.
Bring projects to the first class on Monday.
Merit badges require time for instruction and time for the participant to complete the required projects.
Handicraft Activities
Bring materials and supplies with you to every
class. Staff will assist you with your creation.
Activities such as making hiking sticks, leather
belts, totem poles, and signs are encouraged.
Start early and schedule times with the Handicraft Director to participate as a Troop or Patrol.
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Kieckhefer Health Lodge
Kieckhefer Health Lodge Merit Badges
First Aid Emergency
Preparedness
Search &
Rescue
Kieckhefer Health Lodge Activities
First Aid Merit Badge requires 4 to 4 ½ hours of
instruction time.
Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge requires 4 to
4 ½ hours of instruction time.
First Aid Merit Badge must be complete prior to beginning Emergency Preparedness (EP) Merit Badge. EP Merit Badge may be started upon completion of First Aid Merit Badge.
Emergency Preparedness Merit Badge requires participation in Emergency Drill on Friday.
Search and Rescue Merit Badge requires 4 to 4 ½
hours of instruction time.
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Nature Area
Nature Lodge Merit Badges
Offered every Year
Astronomy Environmental
Science Forestry
Geology Soil & Water
Conservation Weather
Offered Even Numbered Years
Bird Study Mammal
Study Nature
General Nature Notes:
The last chance to begin merit badges in Nature is
Thursday afternoon. Environmental Science has additional requirements beginning this year.
Nature Study Activities
In addition to merit badges, there are also a number of other activities, such as our Nature Trail (schedule in advance) and Conservation Projects.
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Nature Area
Please note that the following merit badges will
be offered during the summer of 2017 along
with the first 6 on the previous page.
Offered Odd Numbered Years
Fish & Wildlife
Management Insect Study
Space
Exploration
Reptile & Amphibian
Study
Plan ahead and start working on some of the
requirements so they can be completed at
camp next year.
NOTES:
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Outdoor Skills Area
Outdoor Skills Merit Badges
Backpacking Camping Cooking Hiking Indian Lore
Orienteering Wilderness Survival
Pioneering
Outdoor Skills Activities
Basic Outdoor Skills Session
The basic skills session is required for all merit badges except Indian Lore and Cooking.
This basic skills session is offered as a large combined group on Monday afternoon.
Scouts taking more than one Outdoor Skills related merit badge need only attend one basic session.
Cooking basic skills session is offered separately on Monday afternoon.
Totin’ Chip, Firem’n Chit, Leave No Trace and Outdoor Code
These sessions are offered separately on Monday afternoon. After Monday, they are offered only as staff time permits. Scouts should inquire about them while at Outdoor Skills.
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*** REVISED PROGRAM ***
First Year Camper Programs
Discover Camp Raymond is an exciting program that helps first year campers get the most out of their Camp Raymond experience. Campers will work on Eagle required and other fun merit badges while in the
Discover Camp Raymond program.
Trail to First Class is a first year camper program designed for those who are working on rank requirements up to First Class. Campers who participate
in Trail to First Class will be able to work on many Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class rank requirements while enjoying a fun and exciting
experience.
For more information go to:
WWW.GRANDCANYONBSA.COM/FORMS
to see the weekly schedule and the requirements that will
be covered in Trail to First Class program.
As always, any troop leader is welcome to participate
with their scouts in this program.
Should you have any questions on how to get the most out of this program contact the Program Director
Monday morning during Merit Badge Registration.
Other activities
In addition, many Raymond campers find the Outdoor Skills area an exciting place to try lashings, tower building, monkey bridges, foil cooking demonstrations, knots, and
compass games.
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Shooting Sports Area
General Shooting Sports Notes:
Safety is first and foremost at ALL ranges.
Personal Archery Equipment, Personal Firearms of ANY Type or Caliber (this includes
airsoft, BB, paintball and other "projectile" devices) or Personal Ammunition is not allowed in camp.
BSA National Requirements and insurance regulations stipulate strict guidelines for use of the range. As such, all ranges are operated under NRA sanctions by Certified NRA Firearms
Instructors under the direction of the Shooting Sports Department, whose directors are trained in the use of firearms and their safe operation.
Thank You for Your Cooperation in keeping our ranges safe.
Shooting Sports Activities
The ranges are open to every Scout for merit badge shooting requirements.
All non-merit badge shooters are welcome during free shoot sessions.
There is no fee for the Rifle Merit Badge.
Do not sign up for a Shooting Sport Merit Badge if you already have that merit badge.
Archery, Rifle and Shotgun Activities are detailed on the following pages.
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Archery Range
The archery range is under the direction of the Shooting
Sports department and is available to all campers. You must wear close-toed shoes to shoot.
Personal Archery Equipment will not be allowed in camp
during the week.
Archery Range Activities
The archery range is open to
every Scout for merit badge. All non-merit badge shooters are welcome during open shoot!
Merit Badge
Archery
Rifle Range
The rifle range is under the direction
of the Shooting Sports department.
Personal Firearms of ANY Type or Caliber
and any Personal Ammunition will not be allowed in camp
during the week.
Rifle Range Activities
The Rifle range is open to every Scout and Leader.
There is no fee for the Rifle
Merit Badge.
Merit Badge
Rifle Shooting
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Shotgun Range
The shotgun range is under the direction
of the Shooting Sports department.
Personal Firearms of ANY Type or Caliber
and any Personal Ammunition will not be allowed in camp
during the week.
Shotgun Range Activities
The Shotgun range is open to
every Scout and Leader.
Merit badge fee is $7.00
All open shoots are first come/first serve at the discretion of the range director.
Fee for Open Shoot is $8.00 for
25 rounds, $4.00 for 10
rounds.
Merit Badge
Shotgun Shooting
Shooting Sports Off-Season
Scouts can continue archery and rifle progress
at the Heard Scout Pueblo
1901 E. Dobbins, Phoenix, AZ.
Shotguns and Muzzle loading Rifles are not available at the Heard Scout Pueblo.
For Shooting during the off-season,
Call the Council Service Center for more information
at (602) 955-7747.
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Top Shot Program
To qualify as the week’s Top Shot, the Scout must be 14 years of age or older and have the highest combined score across all three shooting sports disciplines at summer camp.
Shotgun Score (out of 50 points)
Rifle Shooting Score (out of 50 points)
Archery Score (out of 50 points)
Total possible points are 150.
The Scout with the top combined score will be
recognized as that week’s “Top Shot.”
Recognition will be awarded to the camp top shot
each week at the closing ceremony on
Saturday morning.
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Order of the Arrow Wipala Wiki Lodge
The Order of the Arrow,
Honor Camper Society of the Boy Scouts of America, is an integral part of the Council’s Camping Program.
Troop Youth and Adult Leaders are encouraged to meet with the Camp Chief Monday night following the final opening Campfire for information concerning OA and Camp, Unit Elections, Brotherhood requirements, and the Honor Trail.
The fee for Brotherhood candidates is $20.00 for active Wipala Wiki Lodge members – lodge dues must be current. If you wish to renew your lodge dues, payment is only $10.00 for 2017. Payment for both Brotherhood and dues can be made at Camp Headquarters. Brotherhood candidates must be a member of a Grand Canyon Council (Wipala Wiki Lodge) Unit and have been an Ordeal Member for at least 10 months prior to the Thursday evening Brotherhood ceremony. Camp HQ has a list of members current with dues and eligible for Brotherhood.
We recommend that Troop elections take place before arrival at camp and encourage elections prior to May 1st to allow those Scouts elected and called out to participate in a pre-camp Ordeal held at either R-C and Camp Geronimo (See dates in table below).
If unable to hold elections prior to camp, arrangements may be made with the Camp OA election team. However, they are only able to make such arrangements with Units of Grand Canyon Council. Units desiring to have elections at camp should bring a roster of eligible members with names addresses, dates of birth, email addresses and phone numbers.
Candidates have one year from the date of their election (not
call-out) to complete their Ordeal, or they will need to stand for election again (See dates in table below).
For additional information concerning Troop elections and the adult requirements, contact your district Chapter Chief or Chapter Advisor.
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Some units that have conducted elections before Summer Camp may want to have their candidates called out at the Wednesday night call-out ceremony. Those units should bring a copy of their unit election results and/or adult nomination forms. Out of Council units can have their candidates called out at the Camp Call-out ceremony if they have permission from their home lodge and bring a copy of their election results. It will be the responsibility of any Out of Council unit to provide their called out candidates with ordeal information for their Lodge.
Candidates that are elected and are at camp will be called out in an impressive ceremony on Wednesday night. They will receive information about upcoming Ordeals and how to register.
Those candidates unable to complete their Ordeal prior to
summer camp can complete it at one of the fall Ordeals.
Ordeals Schedule
September 8-10, 2017 Camp Raymond
October 13-15, 2017: Heard Scout Pueblo
May 4-6, 2018: R-C Scout Ranch
May 18-20, 2018: Camp Geronimo
Wednesday is designated O/A day. Please wear your O/A sash all day and at every formation.
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Camp Adventure Programs
COPE
(Challenging Outdoor Personal Experience) Climb a tree, walk across a cable that’s 25 feet off the ground, catch a ride on a 350 foot zip line! Challenge yourself and your Patrol to all of these things and more at the Camp Raymond COPE course.
The COPE Program is an outdoor experience that offers a
set of exhilarating activities designed with the needs of a Patrol in mind. It also can meet the needs of that Scout and Scouter who is looking for the next set of physical and mental challenges to their abilities. This outdoor challenge allows every participant to achieve success as a team and as an individual leader within a group.
Through a number of carefully planned, fun and challenging
situations, participants learn how to develop problem solving skills to achieve more than they ever thought
possible. Group activities reinforce the Patrol method and develop teamwork and leadership skills while individual activities promote personal growth. The strength of this exciting program is building individual confidence and developing leadership skills among team members. What a
great way to improve the youth and adult leadership in your Troop!
COPE is developed with your Troop Leaders in mind.
Minimum age is 13 as of January 1, 2017. COPE is a full week program and participants are expected to attend all sessions for their program. Participants in the COPE
program begin with the “Low” initiatives and finish on the “High” course.
COPE Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
COPE (Low) 1:30 pm -
4:00 pm
1:30 pm -
4:00 pm
1:30 pm -
4:00 pm
COPE (High) Must attend each day
to participate in High Course
8:30 am -
11:00 am
Note: Schedule subject to change
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Climbing Program
This exciting program is designed to meet the needs of experienced Scouts in your Troop. Rappelling and Climbing, and the Climbing Merit Badge all await those Scouts who are up to the challenge. Guaranteed to wear you out!
If you have Scouts who are at least 13 years of age by January 1, 2017 and want to try something more adventurous, this is the program for them.
This program is designed in such a way that it will not take away from your Troop activities and leadership in camp and
those Scouts who participate will still have time to work on
merit badges during the week (probably not more than two).
Not only are we looking for those older Scouts, but this is a great challenge to those adults in camp who think they are up to the challenge!
A strong, sturdy pair of comfortable (not brand new) hiking boots are highly recommended.
Climbing Program
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Merit
Badge
1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
8:30 am - 11:30 am
8:30 am - 11:30 am
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Camping Rappel
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Climbing Merit Badge
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Mountain Bike Program
The Mountain Bike program is available for Troop and track rides. Troop rides will last one hour and are available for
signup during Monday morning Check-in. Track rides are on a first come first serve basis. No Bikes allowed on Trails. HELMETS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS. Okay to bring personal helmet.
Bikes are available at camp. Okay to bring bikes. Must Check Bikes in by 4:30 pm Monday.
All Out–of-Camp Rides require a Ride Permit on file at Headquarters. (Permits Are NOT Required for in-camp Rides).
Mountain Bikes
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Troop Rides
8:30 am 9:30 am 10:30 am
9:30 am 10:30 am 2:30 pm 3:30 pm
9:30am 10:30am
Track Rides
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Raymond High Adventure Program Introduced in 2014, the High Adventure Program is designed for Youth who are 14 or over as of Jan 1, 2016. Adults are also encouraged to participate. This program is
still under development but will include a week of adventure in the Mountain Bike, Climbing, COPE Programs and possibly black powder shooting. Each day will have activities to keep the older youth engaged in the fun and adventure of Camp.
Schedule to be posted on Website and in Merit Badges and Program at a Glance Document.
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Raymond Mountain Man Program Scouts age 14 and above as of January 1, 2017 and adult leaders may discover the Raymond Mountain Man program. This immersive and fun adventure program is designed with traditional Scouting and Mountain Man skills centered in the historic Fur Trapping period setting. Skills such as plant and
track identification, flint knapping, blacksmithing, tomahawk throwing, primitive fire starting, black powder rifle shooting, Mountain Man cuisine, and traditionally-
based, (but altered to be low impact) camping methods, to name a few. The program will also entail history and tales about this period in American history, and the lives mountain men lived day by day. The Scouts will be spending
their time out in nature, hiking and camping, and at the Mountain Man program area, learning and practicing their new skills. At the end of the week, Scouts will head home with a satchel
of knowledge and fond memories of the strenuous week,
stories of adventure and heroes of the period, and a bag full of traditional Mountain Man essentials that they made. While this program is not a merit badge course, the skills learning can be applied to fulfill rank or merit badge requirements. In so many words, the goal of this program is to intensify
and reinvigorate the Scouting spirit in older scouts, while
giving a high quality summer camp experience, and bring back one of the things that made Camp Raymond great.
Mountain Man
Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri
Rough schedule
Of activities
Signup at Patio
Basic Skills
Return to Camp
Day Hike w/ trapping & tracking
skills
Free time
1:30: Begin
Adventure
Overnight Hike
Black- smithing & more skills
Hunting skills
& Mountain Man History
Shooting activities
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