This year we will be camping at Camp Rotary.
This even is open to the entire family.
Dates:  October 16th to 17th - 2015

Scout Camping Rules:

Camp Rainey Mountain, Scoutland, and Camp Rotary are Council Properties of the Northeast Georgia Council, BSA.

1.

Check in / Check out – All Units must check in and check out with the Camp Ranger/Camp Master.

 

2.

Leave No Trace! Low impact camping only. Please use existing fire rings only. Do not create new fire rings in any of the campsites. No digging, trenching, garbage pits, cat holes, or holes of any kind. Visit www.LNT.org to find out more about outdoor ethics and conservation.

 

3.

Campfires – Please follow fire safety guidelines. Youth members should not handle any liquid flammable fuels. Proper safety elements should be in place before fires are started. Please use existing fire rings only. For Scoutland and Rotary, please use metal fire rings provided. Fires must be completely out before bedtime. Report forest fires to the Camp Ranger or Camp Master immediately. Never leave fires unattended.

 

4.

Pack it in, Pack it out! All trash must be carried off site. Do not burn or bury trash in any of our campsites. Please take care to ensure that scouts and adults are not disposing of trash in any pit latrines or bathroom facilities.

 

5.

NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES OR ILLICIT DRUGS ALLOWED on premises!

 

6.

All buildings are SMOKE FREE. Please use designated smoking areas only.

 

7.

Picnic Tables – Please do not move tables from pavilions or campsites. If you must, please return them.

 

8.

Tree and Forest – Please do not cut any live vegetation. This is a council policy. Cutting of any vegetation is also prohibited by the Army Corps of Engineer on any of its property (Scoutland and Rotary).

 

9.

Water Conservation – When Available. Users should practice water conservation on all properties. Please be sure that all water spigots, showers, and faucets are completely turned off when not in use. Please report any leaks or broken pipes to the Camp Ranger or Camp Master immediately. Water is NOT available in camp from November through March at Camp Rainey Mountain.

 

10.

Shower House – When available - Units using the shower house and bathroom facilities at any of our camps are responsible for cleaning and upkeep during their stay. Shower houses must be clean before units depart or all units will forfeit the cleaning deposit. All Units should bring their own soap and paper. Shower House is NOT available November through March at Camp Rainey Mountain.

 

11.

Scout Conduct – Scout units utilizing the properties of the Northeast Georgia Council are responsible at all times for the behavior of the scouts in their care. This includes activities in and outside of your assigned campsite. The Scout Oath and Law are your best guides. First aid and safety are the responsibility of the adult leader in charge. Property or equipment used improperly that results in injury will be the responsibility of the adult leader in charge.

 

12.

Safety – Scout units will follow the guidelines of the current Guide to Safe Scouting (#34416), BSA Health and Safety Guide (#34415), Youth Protection and Age-Appropriate guidelines for scouting activities.

 

Fishing is prohibited from camp docks. – If over 16 must have a license to Fish

 

 

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. Vehicles – Vehicles must be parked in the designated parking lot areas. NO CARS IN CAMPSITES OR PROGRAM AREAS. Please park trailers off of the service roads for service vehicle access. Loading and unloading of equipment is permitted. Vehicles must be moved to the parking lot within one hour of arrival. Units with vehicles parked in camp for extended periods will risk being barred from use of Council Properties indefinitely.

 

Cub Scout Camping Checklist (What to Bring)

Please be prepared andbring all the items you will need when you go camping.  Some items may be coordinated with others to avoidduplication. 

• Tent & tent pegs/stakes

• Tarp for under Tent

• Sleeping Bags

• Air mattress, Cot, Sleeping pad

• Extra Blankets

• Pillows

• Ear Plugs

• Bug Repellant

• Sun Screen

• Lantern

• Flash Light

• Table & Chairs

• Folding Chairs (Handy around the campfire)

• Stove and fuel or metal grate to put over campfire

• Firewood for campfire

• Lighter fluid for fire

• Matches

• Canteen or water bottle

• Cord, rope, clothes pins

• Long fork or hangers for roasting marshmallows

• Small tools hammer, wrench

• Bucket – for water to put out fire

• Shovel, to put out campfire

• First Aid Kit

• Fishing gear

• Food, Snacks, Beverages, Coffee

• Ice Chest / Cooler w/ice

• Salt, pepper, condiments

• Cookware & cooking utensils

• Hot Pads or gloves

• Plastic / Paper cups, plates, utensils, bowls

• Coffee mugs

• Paper towels, napkins

• Toilet paper

• Soap

• Dish rags & Dish soap, Brillo Pad

• Can opener

• Garbage bags

• Baby wipes  

• Extra change of clothes

• Dry sleep clothes-you will stay warmer

• Extra socks, shoes, underwear

• Rain gear – poncho recommended

• Sweatshirt and/or Jacket

• Hats

• Towels and washcloth

• Personal items & toiletries

• Place clothing in Ziploc bags to keep dry

• Cub Scout Handbooks

• Camera & film

• Good Attitude :)

 

Pocketknife – OnlyCub scouts who have earned their whittling chip and aresupervised by a parent are allowed tohave knives.