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| September 2007 - Our 80th Anniversary |
| | Troop 350's
July 2007 Summer Camp Plans |
| | Intro for our Troop's Summer Camp 2008 |
..........The Showcase of Ten Mile River Scout Camps.......... | | |
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Troop 350 goes to Summer Camp every year. It is a major part of what Scouting is all about. During the months between each summer, the Scouts have fun with weekly meetings, monthly Themes, and all the other Activities. But, it is during the one week at Summer Camp that the Scouts practice growing-up on their very own. Granted, it's fun, adventurous, and all the other things it's advertised to be. It's also putting into practice what the've learned about: the Scout Oath, Scout Law, Scout Motto and the Scout Slogan.These are the plans for the 2008 program year's week at Camp Aquehonga in the Ten Mile River Scout Reservation near Narrowsburg, New York. This page is for parents, the adult leaders attending, and even for the Scouts. It's also for non-members. Here is information about cost, personal equipment, planning and other odds and ends. We want everyone to see how we prepare for a fun and SAFE week at Camp. So, look over the information. OK Scouts, get ready for a week of fun and adventure. A week to remember for a lifetime.
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NOTICE: The following information has been updated August 13, 2007. THIS INFORMATION IS TO BE USED BY REGISTERED TROOP 350 MEMBERS ONLY!TROOP 350 2008 SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION DATES: Sunday, July TBD, 2008 - Leave for Camp from in front of the Church at 9:00AM
Sunday, July TBD, 2008 - Return from Camp in early to mid afternoon LOCATION: Camp Aquehonga - Site #11 (a New Site for us)
Ten Mile River Scout Camps
1481 County Route #26
Narrowsburg, NY 12764 COST: The Fee for 2008 is at least $ 300.00 for the week (excluding spending money).
It breaks down as follows: Fee for 1 week Camp through our Troop (approx.) $ 275.00
Troop Equipment & Transportation Fee $ 25.00
A DEPOSIT of $ 25.00 is due as soon as possible or upon joining the Troop. [goes towards $275 total]
All money due on or before Friday, May 25, 2007 TO GET ALL DISCOUNTS EMERGENCY TELEPHONE: This is a Camp Aquehonga Office Phone, incoming calls are for Emergency Messages ONLY! (845) 252-2023 TRANSPORTATION: Round Trip Transportation is provided by private vehicle.
Drivers receive "Gas & Tolls" from the "Troop/Transportation Fee"
[Without parent or leader support we must use the Boy Scout Buses from the Boy Scout Council Office in Manhattan (Extra $40.)] SPENDING MONEY: $2.00 - $3.00 a day is fine for snacks, souvenirs etc.
Do Not give large amounts - they do not need to survive on candy and soda. For Safekeeping, Walter can hold any money and follow your instructions on amounts given out. HEALTH and SAFETY: The New York State Department of Health requires a Medical Record of a current health exam. Every Scout and Leader MUST have a Medical Report completed before going to camp. Get it done early. Also, Ten Mile River Scout Camp Reservation has a full Medical Staff that includes Registered Nurses and Emergency Medical Technicians with access to an on site Health Lodge at Headquarters.
The completed Medical is due on or before June 1st! PERSONAL EQUIPMENT: Use the Equipment Sheet as a Guide. DO NOT Bring expensive items as things are easily lost through floor boards, in the grass or woods or just put down and forgotten. Have personal items and clothing marked with names.
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TROOP 350POSSIBLE FINANCIAL HELP IN 2008 Unfortunately FINANCIAL help in 2007 is again hard to come by. The Camping Committee of the Brooklyn Council, BSA has secured some funding for Scouts. And, our Troop has a donation for those attending from a private citizen. 1. From the Brooklyn Council, Boy Scouts of America: a. A possible Discount is available if the FULL Camp Fee of $275.00($275.00) is paid to the Troop by MAY 25th [tentative]. b. A possible CAMPERSHIP for a portion not raised from other sources. Amount is at the sole decision of the Brooklyn Council Camping Committee. No minimum or maximun guaranteed. 2. From the Greater New York Councils, BSA
possible Discount because the Troop re-register on-time in January 2007 with the BSA [tentative]. 3. From a supporter of TROOP 350:
$25.00 Troop 350 Grant for each Scout attending Summer Camp. (This is in the form of a discount at the time the FULL FEE is paid in May & only if the Scout actually attends Camp) The TOTAL DISCOUNT available as of September 2007 is $25.00 (plus any CAMPERSHIP) for Scouts attending Camp who pays the total fee by May 25th. Only the Troop Grant is guaranteed to Scouts whose money is paid after May 26th AND ATTENDS FOR THE FULL WEEK. Parents will be immediately informed if additional discounts can be found. PLEASE NOTE: Every Troop 350 adult leader wants to see your son attend Summer Camp. If there is still a true financial need not helped by the above offerings ? IT SHOULD NOT stop your son from attending. Speak, in private, to the Scoutmaster! The adults in the Troop will do everything possible to find a way to overcome the hurdle to get your son to Summer Camp. . |
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TROOP 350 SUMMERCAMP GUIDE FOR 2008WHAT TO BRING TO CAMP Required/Recommended
__ Duffel Bag or Backpack
__ Small Pillow or Air Pillow
__ Sleeping Bag or 2-3 Blankets
__ Poncho or Raincoat
__ Jacket
__ Sweatshirt
__ Extra Shoes(Sneaker/Boots)
__ Socks (1 pair a day)
__ T-shirts (1 a day)
__ Underwear "
__ Handkerchiefs
__ Swim Trunks(Packed on Top)
__ Towel (Packed on Top)
__ Shorts
__ Short Sleeved Shirt(s)
__ Long Pants/Dungarees
__ Pajamas
__ Laundry Bag
__ Scout Handbook
__ Flashlight
__ Extra Batteries
__ Spare Bulb
Personal Kit containing:
__ Wash Cloth
__ Soap (in a plastic Soap dish)
__ Toothbrush (in a plastic Holder)
__ Toothpaste
__ Nail Clipper
__ Comb or Brush
__ Pens or Pencils
__ Notebook or Loose-leaf Paper
__ Hat (Baseball type)
__ Insect Repellent Required to Wear to & from Camp
__ Scout Uniform (Summer version Optional) Give to Scoutmaster
__ Medication
__ Spending Money(for Safekeeping) Optional Items
__ Merit Badge Pamphlets
__ Waterproof Footwear or Boots
__ Canteen
__ Prayer Book or Bible
__ Sunglasses
__ Fishing Gear
__ Air Mattress
__ Plastic Ground Sheet
__ Camera with extra film
__ Scout Pocket Knife Do Not Bring:
Cell Phone
Radio/Tape Player
Comic Books
Video/Electronic Games
Jewelry, Expensive Watch, etc.
Fireworks
Sheath or Survival Knife
Anything You Can't Afford to Lose
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SUMMER CAMP PLANS - STATUS as of August, 2007 |
Because we did not go to Summer Camp in 2005 and 2007 we lost our traditional week and site at Camp Aquehonga. A different week AND different Site is now the result.As of August 13, 2007 we have not paid a Reservation Fee for our 2008 Summer Camp plans. (7/06) The individual cost for a Scout to attend Summer Camp has been NOT set by the Greater New York Councils for 2008, it's estimated at $275.00. And, Troop Transportation & Equipment Fee remains the same at $25.00. (8/07) As of March 31st, 2008, CAMPERSHIPS are no longer Guarranteed. We can still ask - but we may not know until we get to Camp if one is available. (7/06) A $0.00 discount for each Scout attending has been earned because our Troop re-registered on-time in January 2008. (7/07) A $0.00 discout will be given to each Scout attending that PAID IN FULL the Camp Fee on or before May 25, 2007. (7/07) Updates as available.
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