The information below is available as part of the Kirby Leader Guide – (PDF or DOC)

Camp Kirby is owned by Lions District 14A and operated by the Bucks County Council, Boy Scouts of America and the Camp Kirby Board of Directors.  Since 1940 it has been the mission of Bucks County Council to offer a quality summer camp program to every scout.  Camp Kirby meets the standards of the B.S.A. National Office for an Accredited Cub Scout Camp and is routinely inspected.  Our key staff members are trained through the B.S.A National Camp School system and all our staff is trained in many topics, including CPR, first aid, and emergency procedures.  We hold ourselves to the highest local and state standards in food service and property management.  We are proud of our camp, its history, and its goals.  We, as a staff, are dedicated to our camp and its mission.  We hope that your stay at Camp Kirby will be a positive and fun-filled experience for your scouts.

Preparing for Camp

Whether you have done this all before or you are new at it, moving your Pack or Den to summer camp doesn’t just happen.  Like any endeavor, the planning you put into it directly affects what you get out of it.  In this section we have listed some recommendations and ideas from packs that have “done it all before.”  We hope you find this information valuable as you plan for your stay at Camp Kirby.

Adult Leadership at Camp

Two-deep leadership is the rule for any outing, and the same applies to summer camp.  If you are coming with just your child, or you are the only leader with your campers, you will be grouped with folks from another pack to form a Den.  Make sure that there are always two leaders in camp for your Den.  At least one of the leaders must be 21 years of age and the other must be at least 18 years of age.  Registered Den Chiefs may attend at the same rate as youth.  Make sure your unit has adequate coverage for your entire stay at Camp Kirby.

All adults attending camp, whether they are registered leaders or parents, are expected to actively participate in the activities of their Den.  All adults coming to camp need to complete Youth Protection Training.  Parents at camp should be reminded that they are here for the group, not just their own child.  Adults should always lead by example.  Dress appropriately, use appropriate language, and participate in activities.  The Area Director will give instructions at each area about how adults can help provide the best program for the boys.

Buddy System

Establish a buddy system to be used at all times during camp.  This means that boys pair up and stay with that buddy.  No boy should ever be away from their campsite wandering around the camp alone.  Should you encounter a lone scout, take the time to inquire where their buddy is.  When traveling through the camp, make sure that no one enters another campsite unless invited.

Theme

As part of our goal to meet National Standards, we have an annual theme.  This year our theme is “SpaceQuest:  Out of This World!”  There will be a variety of activities relating to outer space.  Please consider the theme in planning costumes, campsite gateway, and den flag.  We ask that your props not include weapons for costumes or skits.

Advancement

The purpose of resident camp is fun in the outdoors.  Boys that attend Cub Resident Camp are more likely to remain in Scouting.  While advancement is not the focus of summer camp, many opportunities for advancement take place.  We have a list of possible activities to complete at each rank.  Our program schedule includes many Belt Loops and Webelos Activity Badges.  As part of achieving National Standards, the program for Webelos offers more challenges than the program for Cubs.

Medical Forms

Every camper must have an annual health history signed by parent/guardian or the adult camper.  For anyone staying 3 nights or less, this is Parts A and C only and does not require a doctor’s signature.  Campers staying more than 3 nights must also complete Part B, which includes a medical evaluation that was completed within the last 12 months by a physician licensed to practice medicine.  Every youth or adult staying overnight must have a medical form.  All forms should be brought to Camp Kirby.  Please make copies in advance for your records.  ONLY THOSE STAYING MORE THAN 72 HOURS NEED A DOCTOR TO COMPLETE THEIR FORM.  IMMUNIZATION DATES MUST BE LISTED ON EVERY FORM.  Bring a copy of the form with you to camp.  We strongly recommend that families retain originals.

Emergencies

Please read the enclosed information about emergencies and national policies.  If there is a family emergency at home, you may contact the camp at 610-982-5731.  Please use this only for emergencies.  If you feel your tent area is not safe due to severe storms or other emergency, please report to an emergency area.  The designated emergency areas are the dining hall and the recreation hall (pole building).

Medications

All medications, prescription or over-the-counter, are to be turned in at medical –re-check.  The exceptions to this are: as-needed inhalers, epi-pens, and certain heart medications.  For special circumstances, contact the health officer.  Some medications left in camp could be lost or even taken by a curious child who might be allergic to the medicine.  Please complete the appropriate form for each camper receiving medication at camp.

NOTE:  ALL MEDICATIONS MUST BE BROUGHT TO CAMP IN THEIR ORIGINAL CONTAINER.  Seven-day or other containers are no longer permitted.

Camp Fees

All camp fees must be paid by the Pack.  A $25 non-refundable fee was required for each boy.  The remainder of the fee was due at the Council Service Center.  Camp fees are transferable to another scout from your Pack, but not transferable to a scout from another Pack.  If you registered more boys than you are bringing, the additional $25 deposits are not transferable to the remaining balance of other scouts.

Please keep in mind that once a camp fee is paid, it is applied to the costs of operating the camp.  The amount of refund, if any, is determined by the camp management.  Refunds may be available upon request for medical or family emergencies.  The Bucks County Council recommends that campers obtain travel insurance if this is of concern.  Details regarding a recommended policy (Travmark) can be found at www.ockanickon.org.

Communication With Staff

“If you have something good to say, tell others.  If you have a problem, tell us.”  Please don’t wait until you are leaving to tell us about a problem.  Speak to Russ Kantner, Camp Director, Scott Miller, Commissioner, or Whit Leyenberger, Program Director.  We want to make your camping experience enjoyable.  Suggestions for the future are always welcome.  Please fill out a Praise coupon to give recognition to staff members.

Guest meals

Since our meals are catered, we must notify the caterer 24 hours in advance for any guest meals.  Guests are not expected for meals.  If you are sharing leadership and overlap at meals, talk to the Camp Director about availability.  The Camp Director must approve all guest meals based on available space.  Payment must be made for each guest meal.

Camperships

Camperships are available to qualifying scouts.  More information concerning the Bucks County Campership program and an application are available from the Bucks County Council Service Center in Doylestown.  Camperships do not pay the entire fee.

Showers

Since youth, adults, and staff share the same showers, please observe times posted for each group to shower.  When the showers are being used by another group, please use the portable toilets between the tent area and campfire circle.  Please do not leave a mess in the showers.

Adult Leaders’ Lounge

Coffee will be available in the Dining Hall.  If you need to “escape” from the boys for a bit, you may come to the Dining Hall to socialize with other leaders over age 18.  Leaders may use the Dining Hall after meal clean-up until time for the next meal set-up.  Please clean up after yourself.  Please do not bring scouts to the Dining Hall in the evening.  You may not enter the kitchen except to get ice.  This must be done when the kitchen staff is not there.

Discipline

Use positive comments to motivate the boys in your group.  BSA policy states that it is unacceptable to use physical punishment or humiliation as forms of discipline.  Be fair and be consistent.  Ask another leader or camp staff member for help if needed.  Physical punishment is not acceptable, even to your own child.

Child Abuse

Your unit leaders and parents attending camp should have been trained in Youth Protection.  If you have adults that have not been trained contact the Camp Director to arrange training at camp.  If you suspect child abuse, report it to Russ Kantner, Camp Director, immediately.  If Russ is out of camp, contact Bill Mischke, Director of Camping or David Hasel, Scout Executive.  Their telephone numbers are listed at all phones.  Do not discuss it with any other leader or camp staff member.

Health Officer

The Health Office is located across from the pole building.  If the Health Officer is not in the Health Office, go to the office or pool and ask someone to assist you.  If you have an emergency at night, go to the Health Office.  If the Health Officer is not there, go to the Duty Officer.

Duty Officer

During business hours, someone is usually in the Camp Office or Dining Hall to help you.  During program time if no one is in the office, the pool director will have a radio and can contact an administrator.  In case of emergency after office hours, contact the Duty Officer.  The Duty Officer will be located in the back of Cabin 4 (the one with the ramp, to the right of the Dining Hall.

Visitors

Parents are encouraged to drop their child off and leave promptly.  Drawn out good-byes often lead to homesickness.  It is best for your child to become involved in the camp program as soon as possible.  Parents are invited to come on check-out day to see the camp and attend activities.  Visitors are routinely the cause of homesickness and therefore are not permitted during the session, including the campfire.  We ask the boys to take their skits, songs, and cheers back to their Pack meetings to perform for their families and friends.

Pets

It is against state law to have pets at camp. You may not bring pets with you for drop-off and pick-up.  We do, however encourage the stuffed variety.  If adults have a stuffed friend, boys will feel more comfortable with theirs and your unit will have less homesickness at night.

Quartermaster

Toilet paper and paper towels to restock the bathroom are available after meals at the dining hall.  Campfire supplies such as rakes and shovels are available at the Camp Office, at the back of the Trading Post.

Waiters

Since we serve meals cafeteria style, waiters do not need to report in advance.  Everyone clears their own table.  Groups eating at the second sitting of each meal should appoint waiters to stay and help clean up.

Bathroom Cleaning

Please watch for a schedule of bathroom cleaning.  The schedule will depend on the number of dens in your session.  We ask that the adults in the responsible den follow the checklist that will be posted for the shower house or port-a-potty cleaning duty.  If there is a problem, please let Russ or Scott know.  A Scout is clean.

Outdoor Code

Please teach the boys the Outdoor Code and help them to follow it all times.

“As an American, I will do my best to be clean in my outdoor manners, be careful with fire, be considerate in the outdoors, and be conservation-minded”.

Cub Resident Camp Daily Schedule – 2010

Your First Day
9:30 – 10:30	Check in, registration, medical recheck, den and camp site assignments, setup camp
	PARENTS TO LEAVE CAMP (if not camping)
10:30 – 11:45	Swim test, Shooting Sports Range Safety, Campfire Skit Preparation, Camp Tour, Handicraft (follow den rotation)
12:00	Follow daily schedule (lunch)
Daily Schedule (Note:  First Meal alternates between even and odd numbered dens on daily basis)
7:00	Reveille…wash up and dress…clean up camp site
7:15	Polar Bear Swim at the pool Fishing at Lake Warren (only if scheduled for second breakfast)
7:50	Flag Ceremony
8:00	Breakfast for Dens 2, 4, 6, 8, 10; Free time for odd numbered dens
8:30	Breakfast for Dens 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; Free time for even numbered dens
9:15 – 11:45	Follow program schedule
12:00	Lunch for Dens 2, 4, 6, 8, 10; Free time for odd numbered dens
12:30	Lunch for Dens 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; Free time for even numbered dens
1:00	Siesta in campsite (Emergency drill Friday and Sunday)
1:30 – 5:00	Continue program schedule
5:00	Campfire prep for skits, songs and or cheers
5:45	Retreat…flag ceremony in field uniform / Class A (meet at upper gazebo) Closing ceremony for campers departing next day
6:00	Dinner for Dens 2, 4, 6, 8, 10; Free time for odd numbered dens
6:30	Dinner for Dens 1, 3, 5, 7, 9; Free time for even numbered dens On Saturdays, chapel will be held during the other dens’ dinner time
7:30	Water Slide (Friday and Sunday) – Snack, if desired, is on your own at your campsite
7:30	Free time at campsite (Thursday and Saturday)
8:15	Campfire courtesy / assembly by swimming pool near flag pole – (Thursday and Saturday)
8:30	Campfire program, followed by snack at Dining Hall (Thursday and Saturday)
9:00	Astronomy at Campfire Stage (Friday and Sunday)
9:30	Leaders’ Meeting at the Dining Hall, followed by Adult swim
10:00	TAPS..ALL CUBS in their bunk..QUIET
Your Last Day
7:00	Follow daily schedule
	Clean up campsites – DO NOT LEAVE CAMP UNTIL INSPECTED BY YOUR SITE MANAGER
4:30	Closing ceremony
5:00	Depart camp by 5:00 (welcome to follow morning and afternoon program schedule)

What to Bring

Cub Scouts should bring the following to any program

____ Field Uniform (worn to Camp)

____ Sleeping bag or 3 blankets

____ Swim suit and towel

____ Pajamas or sweats

____ Changes of clothes (shirts w/ sleeves)

____ Sweater, jacket, or windbreaker

____ Underwear and socks

____ Soap, shampoo, and towel

____ Rain poncho

____ Laundry bag

____ Hat

____ Fishing pole, bait, barbless hooks

____ Hiking boots or other spare shoes

____ Camera (optional)

____ Toothbrush and toothpaste

____ Flashlight with extra batteries

____ Water bottle

____ Handbook (optional)

____ Insect repellent and sunscreen

____ Pillow

____ Money for Trading Post

____ Stuffed animal buddy

____ Theme costume—SpaceQuest:  Out of This World!

Packing suggestion:  Put each day’s underwear, socks, and clothes in a gallon sealable bag.  This keeps the clothes dry and makes it easy for the boys to find clean clothes.

In addition, Scouts staying more than 3 nights should bring

____Additional Field Uniform/clothes

____Compass (optional)

Aside from personal gear, leaders may wish to bring

____Roster of boys in camp

____Boys’ emergency contact info

____Pack Flag

____Rope for clothes line

____Tarp or Dining Fly

____Large water jug w/ spigot, cups

____Pens, Pencils, Markers

____Tape, Scissors, Thumbtacks

____Other items for Den Flag

____Propane Stove & Lantern

____Skit/Song/Cheer book(s)

____Balls/Frisbees/etc

____Snacks for Leaders & Cubs

____Rainy Day Kit

____Handbook for upcoming rank

____Tent (optional – if desired)

Prohibited items in Camp

Sheath Knives

Aerosol cans

Radios, TV’s, and Cell Phones for kids

Electronic Games

Liquid fuels

Flip Flops or sandals

Fireworks

Alcohol

Camp Kirby—Bucks County Council, BSA

National and Local Policies

Accident Insurance

All packs attending camp are required to carry current accident insurance for their unit.  Proof of insurance may be requested upon arrival from camp.

Daily Inspections

A daily safety inspection of your campsite will be conducted by camp staff.  A “safety checklist” is provided to your unit so you can help the boys to meet the standard.

Drugs and Alcohol in Camp

The use of illegal drugs and alcohol is forbidden in any Scout activity.  Anyone using the above will be removed from the property immediately.  Local and state authorities will be contacted.

Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency, please immediately inform the Camp Management, Health Officer, or nearest staff member of the situation.  In the event of the camp siren sounding, please return immediately to your campsite and begin accounting for each of your Scouts and Leaders.  Staff runners will report to all campsites to collect head-counts and pass along any pertinent information.  For more specific information concerning emergency procedures, please refer to your campsite bulletin board.

Firearms in Camp

Individual firearms may not be brought to camp.  Only camp equipment will be used in shooting sports.

Fireworks in Camp

Fireworks are not permitted in camp.  Violators will be sent home.

Hazing in Camp

Hazing will not be tolerated at camp.  Your unit leadership is responsible to see that it does not occur.

Health & Safety

Before coming to camp each scout and adult leader must complete a health form.  Anyone staying more than 3 nights must have Part B signed by a doctor.  All other campers (youth or adult) must have Parts A and C (No doctor’s signature is required for this form.).  All other forms are unacceptable. All medical forms must be on file at camp. An EMT or first aider is on duty at all times and arrangements have been made with the nearby hospital, doctors and ambulance corps to handle any emergency treatment. Please note that the medical forms of persons who require medical attention while at camp will not be returned. Please make copies of your unit’s forms and bring them to camp with you.  Encourage campers to retain originals.

Knives and Axes in Camp

Cub Scouts and Webelos may not carry knives in camp or use them outside the campsite.  If your Unit permits use of knives by Cub Scouts in the campsite, you are responsible for instruction and one-on-one supervision.

Leader Lounge

Adults may relax and get a cup of coffee in the dining hall.  Please do not interfere with the set-up or clean-up of meals.  No campers are allowed in the kitchen while our kitchen staff is there.

Leaving Camp

Anyone, scout or leader, who is leaving camp MUST first checkout at the Camp Office or Dining Hall and check-in upon returning. Scouts are not permitted to leave camp unless they are signed out by their adult leader at the Camp Office in the presence of the adult picking them up. All visitors to camp must also sign-in and sign-out. When the office is closed, report to the Duty Officer’s cabin or Dining Hall to sign out.  Adults need only sign the book.  If a child is leaving, wake the Duty Officer.

Liquid Fuels in Camp

Cooking and lighting equipment that run on a liquid fuel such as white gas, unleaded gas, or kerosene, are not permitted in camp. Propane gas products are permitted with adult supervision. Empty propane cylinders should be taken home with you for disposal.

Lost & Found

All lost and found items should be turned in to the camp commissioner (Scott). Leaders are encouraged to have all scouts label their belongings with their name and pack number before arriving at camp. Lost and found items are located at the dining hall or camp office.

Medical Emergencies

All injuries and/or illnesses should be reported to the camp health officer as soon as possible. In the event of an injury that requires emergency medical transportation “911” may be dialed from any phone in camp. Emergency transportation should be requested through the Health Officer or Camp Management if at all possible and/or as soon as possible.

Medical Re-Checks

During your check-in at camp every medical form will be checked for the following information: Doctor’s signature (if needed), Parent / Guardian signature, Date of physical (must be within 12 months for Part B), the dates of inoculations, and Health Insurance/Emergency Information.  All forms must list a date for tetanus immunization. All medications must be turned into the Health Officer at this time.

Off Limits Areas

For safety reasons, certain areas of camp are off limits.  The archery and BB ranges are off limits except to participants who have been allowed to enter by the Area Director.  The pool is off limits when not in use or when not staffed.  The maintenance area and staff quarters are restricted access areas.  Please do not enter the wooded areas except on the Nature Trail.

Parking

All vehicles must be parked at the camp parking lot located near the pole building.  Permits to park in camp are available for handicapped persons through the Camp Office.  No vehicle may be driven to the campsite without permission of the Camp Director.

Personal Hygiene

The camp environment is often very conducive to the transmission of illness.  Because of this all campers and staff are encouraged to shower regularly and always wash their hands before meals.  It is important that everyone keep themselves reasonably clean.

Pets in Camp

State health and safety codes specifically forbid dogs and other pets at camp during the camping season.  No exceptions will be made except for service animals.

Prescription Drugs

All medications must be brought in original containers and checked in to the Health Officer upon arrival at camp.  They will be kept under lock and key.  Alternative arrangements may be made with the Camp Health Officer under certain circumstances.  Otherwise, all medication must be stored with the Health Officer.  It is not advisable to keep medications locked in your car, since the temperature will be above recommended storage temperatures.

Quartermaster

Toilet paper and paper towels to restock the bathroom are available after meals at the dining hall.  Campfire supplies such as rakes and shovels are available to borrow from the Camp Office, at the back of the Trading Post.

Telephone, Faxes, Mail, and E-mail

Camp Kirby’s telephone number is to be used for emergencies and camp business only.  The number is: 610-982-5731.  Outgoing mail should be deposited by 10:00 am.  The mailbox is located at the Dining Hall.  Letters to campers should be addressed as follows:

Scout’s Name

Pack #, Den #

Camp Kirby

1735 Narrows Hill Road

Upper Black Eddy, PA 18972

A phone is available in the dining hall for emergency out-going calls.  This phone is toll-restricted.  Phone calls that are not local must be collect or use a calling card.  Phone calls home by the boys are discouraged as they often lead to increased homesickness.  Youth are not permitted to have cell phones.  Personal faxes and email messages will not be delivered.

Tobacco Policy

The use of tobacco products is discouraged by the BSA.  Adults who smoke or chew tobacco are asked to refrain from this activity in the presence of scouts, in doorways, or on porches.  Please use the designated smoking area behind the dining hall.

Uniforms

The official Cub Scout Uniform Shirt (worn correctly) is proper dress for dinner (unless otherwise announced).  During the day, dress may be T-shirts and shorts.  No tank tops or sleeveless shirts may be worn during meals.  No scout should remain in their bathing suit all day.  Footwear is required at all times.  Open sandals may only be worn in the pool area and shower (not to and from).

Visitors to Camp

Parents are encouraged to drop their child off and leave promptly.  Drawn out good-byes often lead to homesickness.  It is best for your child to become involved in the camp program as soon as possible.  Parents are invited to come on check-out day to see the camp and attend program activities.  Visitors are routinely the cause of homesickness.  Visitors are not permitted at the closing campfire: we encourage leaders to put on the skits for parents at a Pack Meeting instead.

Precautions to Dangerous Encounters with Wildlife

Avoid dangerous encounters with wildlife.  Although animals may appear tame, they may bite, kick, or otherwise injure you.  They also may carry disease.  If you see any animals such as deer, turkeys, squirrels, etc, walk away.  Do not approach or feed the wildlife.  The animals will usually move away from you.  Immediately report any unusual behavior of wildlife, such as night animals walking around during the day.  If you are bitten, scratched, or otherwise injured by wildlife, report it immediately to the Health Officer.

During the last session of the 2009 season, for the first time ever, a black bear was seen at Camp Kirby.  The bear was scavenging for food at the dumpster behind the dining hall.  Camp management was alerted, campers were moved to safe areas, and state officials were notified.  The bear never approached anyone, moved around the perimeter of camp, and was gone shortly.  But as the bear was being monitored as it left the camp, several campsites were found with open food containers, and food left on picnic tables.  Leading to …

Food in Camp

You are welcome to bring food to camp, for snacks or campfire treats.  But any food brought to your campsite should be stored in coolers or other containers when not being prepared or eaten by campers.  If you do not have appropriate containers, please store the food in your car until you are ready to prepare / eat.

Camp Kirby – Check-in Procedures

1.   Arrange a meeting place in your home town.  Meet at a central location and carpool to camp.  Parking is limited.  Everyone should be wearing their bathing suit under their clothes.

2.   9:30 – 11:00 AM. Arrive at camp.  You may not arrive before 9:30 AM.  Staff will direct you to the parking area.  All vehicles will be parked in the parking area.  Vehicles may not drive into the campsites unless you have a special handicapped permit from the Camp Director.  There are no other exceptions.

3.   When all cubs and leaders from your pack have arrived, you may check-in at the Registration Tent.  Following registration, you will move to the Medical Re-check Tent.  To make sure everyone gets through medical re-check before the scheduled activities, go to medical re-check before unloading or setting up your campsite.  ALL MEDICATIONS must be brought to medical re-check.  Also bring medical forms.  Campers will all receive a wrist ID bracelet.  All boys and adults must go through medical re-check.

4.   Take your gear to your campsite and set up your camp.  There are three tents in each campsite, each with 7 cots.  You will be assigned a number of tents and campsites based on the size of your group.  Depending on the number of boys, adult male and adult female leaders, you may all be within one campsite or multiple, nearby campsites.  You may also bring your own tent to pitch at the campsite.  Small groups may share campsites with others.

Please wait for an escort for the rotation of activities beginning at 10:30 AM.  Everyone should be wearing their swimsuit and have their towel.  If your Pack needs to change after swimming, use your Campfire Skit Preparation period.  Please keep to the schedule.

Session

10:30 am  10:45 am   11:00 am   11:15 am    11:30 am

Swimming                1 & 6              5 & 10                            4 & 9                            3 & 8                            2 & 7

Campfire Skit          2 & 7              1 & 6                            5 & 10                            4 & 9                            3 & 8

Craft                       3 & 8              2 & 7                            1 & 6                            5 & 10                               4 & 9

Camp Tour             4 & 9              3 & 8                            2 & 7                            1 & 6                            5 & 10

Range Safety          5 & 10              4 & 9                            3 & 8                            2 & 7                            1 & 6

NOTE:  All Packs will be assigned a Den number for the rotation and for meals, based on the number of campers registering each day.

Your Stay at Camp

Your First Day

Carpooling is a must!  Please plan to arrive together as a Pack. So no one is parked in, please specify if you plan to drive to Lake Warren for the early morning fishing program. Parents not staying for camping are asked to leave as soon as gear has been moved into the campsite.

To shorten waiting time, swim tests are scheduled at specific times.  You check in, go through Medical re-check, and move into your campsite. From 10:30–11:45 AM, there is a rotation of activities, including swim tests and a chance to practice your skit and make your den flag.

After the rotation, lunch is scheduled.  Program activities begin at 1:30 PM, followed by the flag ceremony at 5:45 PM, and then dinner.  Evening activities will include either campfire or water slide and Astronomy, depending on your day of arrival.  Taps is at 10:00 PM.  After that time, all scouts must remain quietly in their campsite.  At 9:30 PM there is a Leaders’ Meeting followed by an Adult Swim.

Friday / Saturday / Sunday

Start your day with the Polar Bear Swim, or go fishing at Lake Warren (if 2^nd breakfast) before breakfast.  Or, you can remain in your campsite.  Anyone age 16 or over must have a valid PA fishing license to fish.  After breakfast you will have two program sessions, lunch, an emergency drill (Friday and Sunday), and three more program sessions.  All Packs report for the flag ceremony at 5:45 PM, followed by dinner and chapel (Saturday) or free time.    Wear your theme-related costumes for dinner on Friday / Sunday. After dinner will be the water slide (Friday / Sunday) or a campfire (Saturday), including skits performed by campers.

All songs, skits, and cheers must be submitted to the Program Director in advance for approval.  Remember to avoid the “gray area” (skits/songs dealing with bodily fluids, foul language, underwear, etc.).  Skits involving water need the prior permission of those who could get wet.  Snack is provided after the campfire.  On Friday / Sunday, snack is on your own.  At 9:00 PM, Astronomy will be offered.  Once again, taps is at 10:00.

Your Last Day (if not Monday)

After reveille, pack up your campsite before the flag ceremony.  After breakfast, check out with your site manager.  You are welcome to stay for the morning and afternoon program activities.  Depart camp by 5:00 PM.

Monday

After breakfast is your time to pack up and get ready to go home.  After the afternoon program activities, please line up at 4:30 PM with your pack flag for the closing ceremony at 4:45 PM.  As soon as the ceremony is over, camp is dismissed.  Please leave promptly so our staff can get ready for the next session and enjoy some much-needed time off to rest.

Campsite Inspections

Each day before lunch, the Commissioner will inspect your campsite.  Please take pride in your campsite and keep it neat and clean.  The Commissioner will tell you what to expect.  Be sure to complete your Fire Guard chart, even if you are not planning to have a fire.  Be sure any food at the campsite is stored in appropriate containers.

Sleeping Arrangements

No youth may sleep in the same tent with an adult other than their own parent.  Youth are encouraged to sleep in the tents we provide.  If an adult wishes to bring his / her own tent, “No Flames in Tents” must be clearly marked on the tent.

Cub Scout Resident Committee

The Cub Resident Committee has worked hard throughout the year to provide you with the best possible program and facilities.  We thank them for all their efforts and invite you to join them.  If you are interested in being a part of the Cub Resident Committee for the coming year, please contact Russ Kantner, Camp Director, a member of the committee, or Bucks County Council’s Service Center in Doylestown.  Scott Miller chairs the Facilities Committee.  Scott Douglas, Eric Walther, Alice Breon, Joel Grove, Ryan Pursel and Fred Fisher have also been active members of the committee.  Please take time to thank these Scouters for their hard work.

2011 at Kirby

Sign up for 2011 by September 30th and receive the benefits of “100% Camp Kirby.”  A $100 Pack check will reserve your space next year and entitle you to a free tent rental weekend at Camp Kirby in the off-season (September, October, March or April).  This fee will pay for the first 4 deposits for 2011.

Draft Program Schedule – Camp Kirby 2010

Time	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday	Monday
7:15	xx	Polar Bear Swim Fishing	Polar Bear Swim Fishing	Polar Bear Swim Fishing	Polar Bear Swim Fishing
9:15	xx	OSR visit (Webelos) Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Map and Compass Handicraft	Webelos Readyman A Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Webelos Outdoorsman A Art	Webelos Readyman A Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Webelos Outdoorsman A Handicraft	Ringing Rocks Hike (Webs) Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Map and Compass Art
9:30	Registration Check-in rotation	Registration Check-in rotation	Registration Check-in rotation	xx	xx
10:30	Swim test Campfire Skit Prep Shooting Sports Rules Handicraft	OSR visit (Webelos) Archery / BB / Slingshot Swim test (for check-in) Field Sports Science Outdoor Skills Webelos Craftsman B	Webelos Showman B Archery / BB / Slingshot Swim test (for check-in) Field Sports Webelos Scientist A Map and Compass Webelos Artist	Webelos Showman B Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Geology Outdoor Skills Webelos Artist	Ringing Rocks Hike (Webs) Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Wildlife Conservation Map and Compass Handicraft
1:30	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Geologist Outdoor Skills Webelos Craftsman A	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Naturalist Geography Webelos Engineer A	Webelos Readyman B Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Wildlife Conservation Webelos Outdoorsman B Webelos Engineer B	Webelos Readyman B Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Geologist Webelos Outdoorsman B Webelos Craftsman C	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Forester Geography Webelos Engineer A
2:45	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Forester Outdoor Skills Art	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Astronomy A Outdoor Skills Webelos Showman A	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Webelos Scientist B Map and Compass Webelos Showman A	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Astronomy A Webelos Traveler Handicraft	Archery / BB / Slingshot Swimming Field Sports Science Webelos Traveler Webelos Engineer B
4:00	Open Shooting Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Handicraft Campfire Skit Prep	Open Shooting Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Handicraft Campfire Skit Prep	Open Shooting Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Handicraft Campfire Skit Prep	Open Shooting Swimming Field Sports Nature Hike Handicraft	Closing @ 4:30
7:30	Staff Campfire	Water slide	Camper Campfire	Water slide	xx
9:00	Snack	Astronomy B	Snack	Astronomy B	xx

Notes:

1)   Pool will be closed except for the swim test @ 10:30 AM on Fri. and Sat. mornings.

2)   Webelos Aquanaut and Swimming Belt Loop are available upon request at the pool.

3)   Webelos Sportsman and various Sports Belt Loops are available upon request at Field Sports.

4)   Sessions with “A / B / C” suffix provide partial requirements for the Webelos Activity Badge or Belt Loop.